Microsoft's Elite Controller Redesign Signals New Era for Customization

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The companion conundrum: can you name 15 RPGs in four minutes?

A new challenge tests RPG fans' ability to identify games from a single party member image—with only four minutes t...

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The Bazaar: A Redemption in Strategic Depth

A once-controversial auto-battler has refined its mechanics and monetization, but lingering frustrations persist be...

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The Quiet Shift: Why Gamers Are Reconsidering Ergonomic Keyboards

Ergonomic keyboards, once dismissed as impractical for gaming, are gaining traction among players who prioritize co...

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Tactical Breach Wizards: A Strategy Game’s Unlikely Award Loser

A fantasy turn-based tactical strategy game has defied expectations, selling twice as well as its predecessor while...

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Stardew Valley's Decade of Cozy Dominance: Why It Still Rules

A decade after its launch, Stardew Valley remains the undisputed king of cozy gaming, blending charm with enduring...

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A Mod Unlocks Metal Gear Solid 5’s Lost Prologue

A new mod seamlessly integrates Metal Gear Solid 5: Ground Zeroes into The Phantom Pain, turning a standalone prolo...

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Intel's Bartlett Lake-S: A High-Performance CPU with Limited Consumer Access

Intel's new Bartlett Lake-S processor, designed for edge and embedded systems, offers impressive performance but is...

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The New Xbox Console’s Uncertain Future: A Shift in Strategy and Subscriber Sentiment

A leading analyst argues that Microsoft's aggressive push for Game Pass Ultimate may have undermined the value of o...

Feb 28, 20262 min readGaming

Elpis in Resident Evil: A Pivotal Choice with Lasting Consequences

The fate of Elpis in Resident Evil shapes the game's climax and its legacy. Players must decide whether to destroy...

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The Killing Stone's Dynamic Scare System: A Gamedev's Long-Awaited Experiment

A new deckbuilder game is bringing a dynamic scare system to life, originally conceived for BioShock 2 but ultimate...