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Palworld Active Players Count Goes Nuclear! Is This the Pokémon Killer Game We’ve Been Waiting For?

Ben played Palworld expecting a funny monster-catching game, what he found was something incredibly interesting with wider implications for RPG gaming as a whole.
by Ben HazellJanuary 23, 2024

Overwatch 2: How to Make Player Progression Feel Bad

Overwatch 2 Season 6 “Invasion” introduced a brand new progression system, allowing players to level up their profile alongside their favorite heroes and roles. Fast forward nearly 3 seasons, though, and this system is still deeply flawed.
by Tyler GrahamJanuary 19, 2024

Overwatch 2: A Modest Defense of Lifeweaver

Many of Overwatch 2’s Support heroes are probably more powerful than they should be right now. But when the nerfs come to balance the game, this is why Lifeweaver should be left untouched.
by Tyler GrahamJanuary 8, 2024

Free Play: MMO “Tourism” Is My Chosen Playstyle

World of Warcraft has fallen victim to complete optimization of play, and it seems like many MMOs trend in that direction. Where does that leave a proponent of free play in a massively multiplayer online game?
by Tyler GrahamDecember 20, 2023

Godzilla Voxel Wars Review

#GodzillaWeek is in full swing and we even have a review for a new Goji game for you puzzle fans. See what we thought in this tiny Kaiju brain buster.
by Dan MorrisDecember 9, 2023

Couch Soup Previews: Go-Go Town! – Kidnapped Mayors, Alien Encounters, and Wholesome Chaos

Looking for a new wholesome game where you build a town and high-five a cow? Well, Go-Go Town! has you covered. Join Thomas Richards as he gives his first impressions on the upcoming indie game.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 3, 2023

Hellboy: Web of Wyrd – A Fiendishly Simple but Satisfying Roguelike

Mike Mignola’s Hellboy: Web of Wyrd is a new Roguelike third-person beat ‘em up from Upstream Arcade. Find out why its simple yet satisfying combat and comic book style make this an interesting and addictive game!
by Iain McParlandNovember 30, 2023

Starship Troopers Extermination – Early Access Preview

Would you like to know more about the coop first-person shooter based on the hit movie Starship Troopers Extermination? Check out our impressions of the early-access PC game.
by Dan MorrisNovember 18, 2023

Agatha Christie – Murder On the Orient Express – Fun Murder Mystery or Miss Entirely?

Agatha Christie’s- Murder on the Orient Express is a puzzle adventure game. Step on board to solve a crime as the famous detective Hercule Poirot. But is this game as fun as it looks or one you should skip on? Join Brandy as she dives into the mystery!
by Brandy BrownNovember 16, 2023

Ghostrunner 2 Review: Unleashing a Cyborg Revolution of Speed, Slashing, and Stunning Villainy

The sequel to one of the best games of 2020 is here, but does it live up to the hype? Join Thomas Richards as he reviews Ghostrunner 2.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 13, 2023
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5 Excellent Metroidvanias Released in 2024 You MUST Play

Iain has been on a Metroidvania kick in 2024, and he’s played a lot of them. He’s compiled a list of 5 Metroidvanias you MUST play that were released in 2024, and here’s why. He’s serious btw. GO PLAY THEM!
by Iain McParlandDecember 18, 2024

It’s A Matter of ‘Life & Death’: Is This New Pack Worth Every Simoleon? | It’s A Sims Thing

There's a new grim The Sims 4 pack, but is it worth the download? From new careers to new create-a-sim features to better ghosts to tarot cards and even funerals, this new pack has plenty of favorable new features!
by Stephanie JudgeDecember 12, 2024

Arcane Season 2: A Backstep From a Masterpiece

Arcane's second season has been a difficult one for Ben to swallow. Join him as he gives his opinions on Arcane Season Two.
by Ben HazellDecember 11, 2024

The Insane Thing That Dragon Age: The Veilguard Made Me Do

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been out for less than a month. What did Brandy think about it and what crazy thing did it make her do?
by Brandy BrownNovember 27, 2024

Six Games Under Five Hours (That Don’t Suck)

Long weekend, meet short games. Here are six games you can absolutely jam out completely over a long weekend in less than five hours. Also, these games don't suck so we can ensure it's time well spent.
by Andrea CarterNovember 26, 2024

Elden Ring Shadow of The Erdtree is Nominated for Game of the Year: Should DLC be Eligible for GOTY?

Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree has been nominated for the Game of the Year at 2024’s Game Awards. Is this an injustice the world has never seen before, or should we just grit our teeth and bear it. Let’s discuss.
by Iain McParlandNovember 23, 2024

Getting Steamy Down Under – The Steam Deck Comes to Australia!

The Steam Deck is officially coming to Australia! Jordan was lucky enough to get his hands on one to see if it’s worth picking up down under!
by Jordan JurkowskiNovember 19, 2024

Arcane Season 2 is Here: The Final Chapter or Just the Beginning?

CANCELLED? Arcane is getting canceled after season two? Well, yes. But there is more to it than that. Let’s talk about what's happening, what we are getting, and what's coming in the future. Fear not Arcanians - there is a light at the end of the tunnel!
by Tim BeisiegelNovember 15, 2024

Revisiting Days Gone: Every Game Deserves a Second Chance

Days Gone had a rocky launch, to say the least, but it became a solid game after all the updates. With rumours of a possible remake in the air, Tom looks back at Days Gone and will tell you why it deserves a second chance.
by Thomas RichardsNovember 13, 2024

The Confusing Tale of Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero’s Character Balance

Ben spent a lot of October playing Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero. Is ranked balanced and fun or is it a giant mess? Let's find out!
by Ben HazellNovember 10, 2024
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