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All Three ‘Ninja Blade’ Fans Rejoice as Miyazaki Confirms Multiple FromSoftware Projects That Aren’t ‘Elden Ring 2’ Are in Development

Before being known for their stellar work on the Souls series and Elden Ring, they had developed several cult classics. These deep cuts aren’t...

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‘NBA 2K’ Infiltrates Real Life With One-of-a-Kind Broadcast, Thanks to TNT Sports and Genius Sports

It was only time until someone saw NBA 2K and decided that it needed to become a real sport. Thanks to a new partnership between TNT Sports, Genius...

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If You’re Looking to Scratch That ‘Ace Attorney’ Itch, Be Sure to Check out ‘Paper Perjury’

I’m a big fan of games that draw inspiration from franchises that have been long neglected by their publishers. Recently, ANTONBLAST captivated my...

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‘Phasmophobia’ Has Already Moved a Million Units on Consoles in Just Over a Month

In just 35 days since its release on consoles, Phasmophobia has already haunted over a million customers on current-gen systems. As one of the most...

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Rev up Those Engines; ‘Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled’ Hits Game Pass in Early December

This is not a drill. Our favorite bandicoot is marking the start of the month with another addition to the Xbox Game Pass Library. While my kart...

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Mark Møcherad Talks ‘PolyStrike’, Game Development During War, and More (Interview)

Mark Møcherad is a man with a dream to create the ultimate isometric shooter. While PolyStrike was a popular enough mod, Mark wants to make it the...

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‘Antonblast’ Is a Blast to the Senses in the Greatest Way Possible (Review)

With Nintendo seemingly forgetting that they own the intellectual rights to the Wario Land franchise, many developers have begun their pilgrimage to...

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‘Infinity Nikki’ Is a Gorgeous Gacha With a Ton of Heart and Soul (Hands-on Impressions)

2024 has been the year of expanding my gaming horizons and trying plenty of new things. Even over the past week, I spent my time between several...

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Waypoint Weekends Episode 4: A New Challenger Enters the Fray

The weekend nears once more, as Waypoint Weekend enters its fourth week on the docket. Sure, we love writing about games, but what do we love doing...

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“We Don’t Want to Go Back” – ‘The Witcher 4’ Promises New Engine, Bigger World Won’t Ruin Launch

CD Projekt Red has made some of the greatest RPGs of all time. However, their launches aren’t always filled with roses. Cyberpunk 2077, on all...

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On Netflix, ‘The Remarkable Life of Ibelin’ Was a Beautiful, Touching Tribute and Proves Why Games Are a Wonderful Part of Life

I knew Netflix’s The Remarkable Life of Ibelin would be a tear-jerker the moment I saw the first trailer. The story of a young man who was taken...

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Regardless of Bugs and Technical Issues, ‘STALKER 2’ Smashed Numerous Twitch Records in Its First Week

I adored my time in STALKER 2, bugs and all. Its oppressive, moody atmosphere filled me with a sense of dread and determination that I hadn’t...

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‘Watch Dogs: Truth’ Is an Interactive Audio “Experience” We Get Instead of a ‘Watch Dogs 2’ Next-Gen Patch

Back in my day, we didn’t have television; we had to gather around the fireplace and listen to our favorite radio dramas if we wanted to hear...

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‘The Thing: Remastered’ Fixes It’s Most Annoying Issue, Adds Cut Content From Original Release

The Thing is a cult classic in every medium it’s been released in. No matter if you’ve grown fond of the film, or grew up playing the PlayStation...

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The Best Cutesy Co-Op Adventure ‘Cat Quest 3’ Just Got a Massive Free Update

If there was ever a game tailor-made for me and my wife to lose ourselves in, it’s Cat Quest 3. As fur parents ourselves, the idea of playing as an...

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Waypoint Wishlist: N64 Edition

The Nintendo 64 is a console many of us know and hold dear to our hearts, and that’s why it’s the subject of this edition of Waypoint Wishlist....

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Cute Cartoon Game About Fishing, ‘Webfishing,’ Has NSFW Issues

Webfishing is a very cute game. It’s got a distinctive art style that calls out to fans around the world, no matter how young or old they are. And...

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‘The Cabin Factory’ Mixes My Love of ‘House Flipper’ With The Terror of ‘Phasmophobia’

The Cabin Factory has a very particular vibe. A spot-the-difference game that mixes my love of games like House Flipper and Phasmophobia into a...

27.11.2024 5

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‘Dungeons of Blood and Dream’ Is the Surreal Roguelike I’ve Been Waiting for My Whole Life (Review)

From the moment I first laid eyes on the inventive roguelike, Dungeons of Blood and Dream, it was love at first sight. The crispy, yet rudimentary...

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‘Beastieball’ Proves You Gotta Fight for Your Right to Volley (Early Access Impressions)

Creature collecting is in my blood. Some of my earliest gaming memories involve the Pokemon franchise, and the love of catching ’em all has followed...

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‘Webfishing’ Has an Urban Legend; How ‘grincher’ Instills Fear Into the Hearts of Many

Let’s set the scene, shall we? You pop open Webfishing, seated at the lake in your private lobby. Your invitation is set to “Friends Only”, and...

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‘Star Wars: Hunters’ Breaks Away From Switch and Mobile for PC Release, and I’m Thrilled

Playing a Hero Shooter on my phone or Nintendo Switch sounds like a nightmare. Trying to pull off a headshot with touch controls or with Joycons does...

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‘Dino Crisis’ Fans Rejoice as Cult Classic Horror Game Reappears on PSN

For the first time in years, the hordes of Dino Crisis fans have something to look forward to. No, it’s not a release date for PHALEOPHAGE, but...

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Setting up a Retro Corner Was the Best Decision of My Gaming Life

Although all of the newest technology continues to blow my mind, I can’t escape my roots. Growing up in the ’90s, there are times that I yearn for...

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‘Overcooked 2’; Also Known As 50 Ways To Leave Your Lover

Indie games are some of the best around, but they may also be an early stepping ground for divorce. If you’re looking for a way to see what you and...

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‘Mouthwashing’ and the Importance of Environmental Storytelling

As I mentioned in this week’s Waypoint Weekend, I planned to finally enter the world of Mouthwashing. I had seen a lot of posts on social media...

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‘Hitman’ Removes Any Association With Connor McGregor After Civil Court Hearing

Hitman developer IO Interactive has announced today that they removing any content that features former MMA Champion, Conor McGregor. This news comes...

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MetaHuman Geoff Keighley Headlines ‘The Game Awards’ in ‘Fortnite’, Terrifying Millions

There’s just something uncanny about realism in the world of Fortnite. I’m not sure if it’s giving Who Framed Roger Rabbit or a new terrifying...

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Waypoint Weekend Episode 3: Sports, Indies & Horror, Oh My!

Another week has come and gone, and guess what! It’s time to stop writing about the games we love, and actually start PLAYING the games we love....

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‘STALKER 2’ Breaks One Million Copies Sold, With Even More Playing on Game Pass

STALKER 2 is one of my favorite games of the year, and for good reason. Other games can’t quite match its oppressive atmosphere. It offers much more...

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PSA: You’ve Got Less Than 24 Hours to Claim This Monstrous ‘Dave the Diver’ DLC at No Cost

If you’ve been looking for that perfect game to get you through rough times, look no further than Dave the Diver. With equal parts vibes and...

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‘PALEOPHAGE’ Is a Dinosaur Survival Horror Game Set in Wisconsin, and I’m in Love

PALEOPHAGE proves that the only thing more terrifying than dinosaurs is Wisconsin. As someone who currently lives in Wisconsin, I can confirm that I...

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‘Call of Duty’ Player Calls out His ISP for a 1v1, ISP Founder Actually Shows Up

Sometimes, comedy writes itself. Angry gamers scream into the void, and sometimes, the void screams right back. In this case, the owner of an ISP will...

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To Anyone Playing ‘STALKER 2’ on Xbox; Plug in a Mouse & Keyboard and Thank Me Later

STALKER 2 is a glorious game. Its refreshingly brutal take on combat makes even the most mundane of gunfights feel like a scrap for your life. But you...

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‘Star Wars: Outlaws’ Removes Forced Stealth, Instantly Becomes Better for It

Some games don’t need to have stealth segments. Let us blast our way out of situations that turn south, and let us feel like the badasses we deserve...

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‘Minecraft’ Breaks Into the Real World With Huge Theme Park Deal

Minecraft has been a cultural phenomenon for many years at this point. With a movie on the way that looks to be of… varying quality, we’ve also...

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‘Tailside’ Is an Adorable Cafe RPG That Serves Vibes Alongside a Hot Cup of Coffee

Sometimes, there’s nothing better than a cozy simulator game. Tailside: Cozy Cafe Sim is looking to bring the vibes to the table, alongside a fresh...

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Waypoint Wishlist: PS2 Edition

The PlayStation 2 has to be one of the most iconic consoles to have ever been released. Being home to franchises like Ape Escape and Grand Theft Auto...

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THIS IS NOT A DRILL; ‘Genshin Impact’ Is Officially Available to Empty Your Wallet on Xbox

If you’ve been looking for a fantastic free-to-play game on your Xbox, look no further: Genshin Impact has finally arrived. Sure, it’s going to...

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Oh Cool, We Can Stream (Some) Games We Own With ‘Xbox Cloud Gaming’ Now

Hey, remember when Microsoft said that everything you own can be an Xbox? Well, that dream just became more of a reality, now that you can play games...

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Your Bathroom Breaks Will Never Be the Same, Now That ‘Final Fantasy 14 Mobile’ Exists

Final Fantasy XIV is the pinnacle of modern MMOs, and now? You can take those adventures on the go wherever you may roam. The novelty of a...

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‘Ratshaker’ Is a Horror Game That Asks the Age-Old Question; Who up Shaking They Rat RN?

They say not to judge a book by its cover, but Ratshaker‘s message is pretty apparent. It’s a game about shaking rats and tackles some incredibly...

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The Zone Is a Terrifying Place — Cover All Your Bases With Our ‘STALKER 2’ Survival Guide

STALKER 2 is a game that isn’t afraid to make you suffer. It’s a brutally difficult game, requiring you to monitor your condition at all times to...

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‘STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl’ Is a Walk Through Hell I Can’t Put Down (Review)

“It is easy to go down into Hell; night and day, the gates of dark Death stand wide; but to climb back again, to retrace one’s steps to the upper...

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Do You Wish That ‘Pokemon’ Was a Bit More Hipster? Then Check out ‘Cassette Beasts’

Growing up in the 90s, two things are synonymous with one another in my life. The first would be my obsession with creature-catching games, such as...

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‘Strinova’ Ups the Ante With Two New Characters, New Stages and More During Season 1

Strinova has the potential to become the next big thing in the shooter genre, especially since it has one of the most entertaining gimmicks I’ve...

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‘Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble’ Adds Godzilla And… Hatsune Miku?

Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble is easily one of the greatest entries in the long-running franchise, and things are about to get even better. Sure,...

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‘Sorry We’re Closed’ Brings Dreamcast Vibes and Neon Lights Into the World of Horror (Review)

“Horror” is such a subjective term. To some, it’s the most dank and disgusting place you can think of. In the case of Sorry We’re Closed,...

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Some Games Are Taking the PSSR on PS5 Pro, Look Worse Than Base Model

The PS5 Pro is being hyped up to be the enthusiast-level console of our dreams. Better graphics, better framerates, AI upscaling. The whole nine...

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‘Strinova’ Is the Goofy Love-Child of ‘Paper Mario’ and ‘Valorant’, and I’m All in on It’s Gimmick

Strinova asks a difficult question; what if you made a shooter with waifus and husbandos that could turn into paper? It’s a question that likely...

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