Disney Dreamlight Valley entered early access at the end of 2022, and the Animal Crossing-meets-Mickey Mouse gameplay immediately caught on in my house. The light and easy gameplay paired with soft music and the presence of some of the world’s most family-friendly characters made for low-stakes gaming sessions that served …
Read More »2023's Best Games Broke Down Cultural Barriers. 2024 Seems Poised to Continue.
I knew that I would love Thirsty Suitors from the moment it was first unveiled. If I had to pick a moment where it clicked into place, it’d have to be when the protagonist, Jala, summoned her mother in battle. Early in the game, you encounter Sergio, Jala’s third-grade ex, …
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At first glance, the trio of MLB The Show 23, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, and Assassin’s Creed Mirage share very little in common. Sure, all three games launched in 2023, and both Spider-Man 2 and Assassin’s Creed Mirage feature dense open worlds, but other than what you might call broad similarities, …
Read More »Remedy's Greatest Hits: The Music That Made The Games
More than just the way they approach narrative, level design, and gunplay, there is one constant throughout every single one of Remedy’s titles: they will always have the perfect song for the perfect occasion. While Alan Wake 2 is certainly their magnum opus in that regard among several contenders, it’s …
Read More »Zack Snyder "Of Course" Would Be Interested In Making A Fortnite Movie
Director Zack Snyder has discussed the possibility of making a Fortnite movie one day, saying he would “of course” be interested in that. Snyder has previously spoken about being a big fan of the game, saying he plays “too much” Fortnite and often stays up until 3 AM. He told …
Read More »A Parent's Guide To Lego Fortnite: How To Play And Set Up Parental Controls
Lego Fortnite became an instant hit when it launched in December 2023, as the free-to-play game combines two massive brands into one experience that rivals the likes of Minecraft and other family-friendly survival-crafting games. Lego Fortnite also benefits from Epic’s spread of parental control features aimed toward parents who may …
Read More »How To Evolve Galarian Slowpoke In Pokemon Scarlet And Violet Indigo Disk DLC
The Indigo Disk, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s second DLC, adds a bunch of new Pokemon, including a few regional variants. One of those is the Galarian Slowpoke, which is only psychic as opposed to their normal version, which is psychic/water. Evolving Galarian Slowpoke requires a special item for both of …
Read More »Persona 5 Royal Collector's Edition And Persona 5 Tactica Discounted At Amazon
It’s an exciting time for Persona fans thanks to the recently released spin-off Persona 5 Tactica and the upcoming remake of Persona 3. This year also brought the return of Persona 5 Royal’s 1 More Edition, which originally launched as an Atlus Store exclusive last year and promptly sold out. …
Read More »Best Game Deals For PS5, Switch, And Xbox – Black Friday Prices Have Returned
Tons of video games are on sale for the holidays, including hit titles across PS5, Xbox, and Switch. Whether you’re trying to clear your backlog or pick up this year’s hottest releases, there’s bound to be something with a discounted price tag that catches your eye. A handful of games …
Read More »300+ Baldur's Gate 3 Devs And More Game Award Winners Share Their Reactions
The Game Awards is an annual event where the exceptional hard work and dedication of hundreds of developers are ostensibly recognized on the grandest stage that the video game industry has. But it also serves as the place where the future of the industry is teased, with trailers showcasing what’s …
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