A Tribute to Insurgency and Six Days in Fallujah Developer Jeremy Faucomprez
Jeremy Faucomprez, senior game designer for Six Days in Fallujah, died on March 6, 2024, with his death ruled a suicide. Known for his work on Insurgency, Day of Infamy, and Insurgency: Sandstorm, he was celebrated for mission design that blends intense combat with psychological tension. The studio will honor him by releasing a new mission in the upcoming spring update of Six Days in Fallujah. His passing has sparked renewed conversation about mental‑health challenges within the video‑game development community.
Which Order to Play Soulsborne Games After Elden Ring
The DualShockers guide outlines a six‑step play order for the Soulsborne catalog after finishing Elden Ring. It begins with Dark Souls: Remastered to ground newcomers in the series’ core lore, then moves to Dark Souls 3 for its acclaimed boss design...
10 Hollow Knight Mechanics That Set It Apart From Most Metroidvanias
Hollow Knight has become a benchmark for Metroidvania design, distinguished by purposeful lighting, high‑stakes geo loss, and a deep charm system. The game’s overcharming mechanic, dynamic mapping, Dream Nail, and pogo verticality add layers of customization and exploration rarely seen...
Hazelight Studios Celebrates 50 Million Game Sales Milestone
Hazelight Studios announced that its three games have sold over 50 million copies worldwide, with *It Takes Two* contributing 30 million units. The milestone underscores the studio’s success in the cooperative‑gaming niche since its 2018 debut with *A Way Out*. Hazelight’s consumer‑friendly...
007 First Light Faces Another Major Delay For Nintendo Players
IO Interactive announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light is delayed indefinitely, while the game stays on track for its May 27, 2026 launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The company offered no specific reason, citing a desire...
Crimson Desert: How to Solve the Hillside Manor Strongbox Puzzle
The Hillside Manor Strongbox is an early‑game puzzle in Crimson Desert, located on the second floor’s southwest corner of the manor in northeastern Hernand. Players can bypass hostile guards by slipping through a rear window, then must rotate three dials...
Pokémon Champions Is Running Gen 1 Giveaway
Pokémon Champions, a free‑to‑start battle simulator on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, is distributing a level‑50 Machamp through its Mystery Gift system. Players enter the code CHAMP10N to claim the Fighting‑type Pokémon, which features the No Guard ability and four high‑damage...
10 Final Fantasy X Moments that Quietly Set It Apart
The article spotlights ten standout moments from Final Fantasy X that distinguish it within the long‑running franchise. It highlights the game’s bold genre mash‑up—starting with Tidus as a professional Blitzball athlete—and its emotionally charged set‑pieces such as the wedding rescue, Wakka’s...
Halo: Campaign Evolved Rating Hints at Darkest Entry Since 2014
Microsoft’s upcoming Halo remake, Halo: Campaign Evolved, has received a 19+ rating from South Korea’s Game Rating and Administration Committee, equivalent to ESRB Mature 17+. The rating, the highest for the series since 2014, hints at a return to the...
8 PS2 RPGs Still Stuck on Original Hardware
Several Western‑style RPGs that debuted on the PlayStation 2 remain confined to the original console, despite occasional ports to other systems. Titles such as Hunter: The Reckoning – Wayward, Dark Angel: Vampire Apocalypse, and Champions of Norrath illustrate a mix of...
10 Stardew Valley Habits That Is Making The Game Unnecessarily Stressful
The article lists ten habits that can turn Stardew Valley from a soothing sandbox into a source of stress, including constant comparison, aggressive min‑maxing, over‑expansion, and hoarding. It recommends focusing on a single specialty, keeping the farm modest, embracing slow‑burn...
Tails of Fate PAX East Preview
Tails of Fate, an indie Metroidvania with vibrant pixel art, was previewed at PAX East, where attendees experienced its three‑character system and a novel optional overworld map. The demo highlighted fluid animations, especially the pig‑warrior Varken’s combat quirks, and demonstrated...
Brigandine Abyss Hands-On Preview: A New Kind of Strategy
Brigadine Abyss is the latest entry in the long‑standing Brigadine franchise, offering a turn‑based strategy RPG that expands the classic formula with a massive Risk‑style map and new commander abilities. A hands‑on preview reveals intense, multi‑turn battles that demand careful...
Kerbal Space Program Is Back in Fashion Thanks to Artemis II Launch
The Artemis II crewed lunar mission has sparked a surge of interest in the original Kerbal Space Program (KSP) on Steam, pushing player counts to their highest levels since 2020. As NASA’s Orion spacecraft reaches the midway point to the Moon,...
Shanty Town PAX East Preview
Shanty Town, an indie cozy town‑builder, debuted at PAX East, offering players a relaxed, level‑based experience with extensive customization. The game lets users stack buildings, swap colors, and design communities at their own pace, without traditional win‑or‑lose pressure. It shares...
Dominus Automa Is an MMO for People with a Life
Dominus Automa is an idle MMORPG that lets players automate combat and tasks via condition‑based AI, reducing grind for busy gamers. The system, inspired by Factorio, allows players to set spells, abilities, and PvP behaviors, though occasional manual intervention remains...
New Nathan Drake Zombie Game Shows Lack of Sony Quality Control
A new first‑person survival‑horror title called 28 Floors: Outbreak has appeared on the PlayStation Store, featuring Uncharted’s Nathan Drake as the protagonist. The game, slated for a 2027 launch, is being developed by Estonia‑based indie studio WitenovaStudio OÜ, which has no official ties...
10 Things a New Star Fox Game Needs to Feature
Nintendo is rumored to launch a new Star Fox game in 2026, the franchise's first entry since 2016’s Star Fox Zero. Leaker NateTheHate suggests the title will be a Switch 2 exclusive, leveraging the console’s upgraded hardware. The game aims to broaden the roster...
Life Is Strange: Reunion - All Optional Evidence Locations
The guide details every optional evidence item in *Life is Strange: Reunion* and shows exactly where to find each clue across the game’s chapters. Collecting these hidden pieces unlocks the Major Gumshoe trophy for 100 % completion. Players can use the...
Pokémon Home Gives Players Legends: Z-A Alpha Starters
Pokémon Home has been updated to support transfers from the new action‑oriented title Pokémon Legends: Z‑A. Players who move any Pokémon into Home can claim exclusive Alpha versions of Chikorita, Tepig and Totadile via Mystery Gift, each boasting larger models...
Shigeru Miyamoto Shuts Down Smash Bros. Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto told Polygon that Nintendo has no plans for a Super Smash Bros. movie, effectively shutting down speculation about a Nintendo Cinematic Universe. Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri echoed the sentiment, saying the studio’s film process focuses on fun moments...
How to Complete the Clamouring For Attention Quest in ARC Raiders
The Flashpoint update, released October 30 2025, adds the “Clamouring for Attention” quest to ARC Raiders. Set on the Blue Gate map, players must gather three wires and a battery, then create loud distractions by activating a warehouse siren, a village boombox,...
Andrzej Sapkowski Mentions Vodka as Metric for New Witcher Book Price
Polish fantasy author Andrzej Sapkowski used a press conference at Belgium’s Foire du Livre de Bruxelles to confirm work on a new Witcher novel. He suggested the book should cost no more than 20 złoty (about $5), likening the price ceiling to...
How to Beat Sawhalanthropus in Super Meat Boy 3D
Super Meat Boy 3D’s first world culminates in a showdown with Sawhalanthropus, a massive chainsaw‑wielding robot boss. The fight emphasizes precise routing, timed jumps, and staying centered in missile zones rather than raw combat. Players must navigate a series of...
10 FPS Games with Extremely Dark Final Acts
The article curates ten first‑person shooters whose campaigns start with conventional action but end with dramatically darker narratives, from the Jedi‑massacre arc in *Star Wars: Battlefront II* to the Flood‑infested climax of *Halo: Combat Evolved*. Each entry highlights a pivotal plot twist...
Why Roguelites Keep Getting More Popular
Roguelite games are surging as they offer a sweet spot between structure and freedom, appealing to a generation juggling stress and limited playtime. Titles like Slay the Spire 2 succeed by delivering familiar loops with ever‑changing elements, reducing the cognitive load...
Wyldheart Preview: An Old-School RPG Experience Worth Playing
Wayfinder Studios, a new indie formed by former AAA developers, is set to launch *Wyndheart*, an action‑RPG that mimics classic tabletop gameplay in a video‑game format. The title focuses on bite‑sized campaigns lasting roughly a dozen hours, catering to players...
Best Necrobinder Build in Slay The Spire 2
The guide outlines a reliable Necrobinder build for Slay The Spire 2 that hinges on the new Doom mechanic, which eliminates foes when Doom stacks equal their current HP. It emphasizes a defensive‑control playstyle, pairing Doom cards with soul‑generation and block...
Final Fantasy X: 10 Moments That Hit Harder After Seeing The Ending
The article lists ten Final Fantasy X moments that acquire deeper emotional weight once the game’s ending is understood. Key revelations—such as Sin being Tidus’s father Jecht, the Yevon church’s hidden complicity, and Auron’s status as an unsent—re‑contextualize earlier scenes. By...
10 Best Fighting Games That Don't Take Ages to Master
The article curates a list of ten fighting games that let players jump in quickly without extensive practice, ranging from indie titles like Divekick to heavyweight franchises such as Street Fighter 6 and Super Smash Bros. Each entry highlights simplified controls,...
All Shells in Marathon, Ranked
Marathon’s latest patch introduces ranked matches and the high‑stakes Cryo Archive, where players must field a loadout worth at least 5,000 credits to compete. The update also adds a detailed ranking of the seven playable shells, highlighting Triage as the...
10 JRPGs That Made Grinding Feel Extremely Satisfying
The article lists ten JRPGs where grinding feels rewarding, highlighting how each title turns repetitive combat into a strategic activity. It shows the genre’s evolution from mandatory grinding to optional, depth‑filled loops such as Bravely Second’s BP management and Disgaea’s...
STALKER 2 DLC Reveals Its Main Characters
The upcoming STALKER 2 DLC reintroduces the fan‑favorite character Zulu, the hard‑drinking Duty mercenary first seen in STALKER: Call of Pripyat. Alongside Zulu, the expansion will spotlight Mavka, a Freedom faction stalker whose backstory remains largely untold. Early footage reveals new...
SEGA’s Games Are Good — So Why Are Sales Falling Short?
SEGA continues to launch critically acclaimed titles, yet its sales lag behind expectations. The company cites mixed factors—pricing uncertainty, fragmented marketing, and a back‑catalog that is hard to access—as contributors to the shortfall. Players have grown accustomed to waiting for...
Esoteric Ebb: Sphinx's Riddle Solution
Esoteric Ebb, released March 3, 2026, hides a multi‑step Sphinx’s riddle that players can solve as early as day two. The quest begins by visiting the Drunk Sphinx after 6 PM, answering a simple wine riddle, and receiving a tavern key. Players must...
10 Final Fantasy 7 Characters Who Changed the Most From the Original
Final Fantasy VII’s 2020 Remake and subsequent Rebirth installment have dramatically re‑engineered the original 1997 characters, giving them richer backstories, new motivations, and altered fates. Iconic figures such as Sephiroth, Wedge, Mayor Domino, and the Turks are presented with expanded roles...
Where to Find the Blix Bounty in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert’s Blix bounty requires players to locate a purple poster, travel to Unicorn Cliff, and defeat bandits while keeping the goblin target alive. The quest marker can be misleading, showing the cliff top, but Blix spawns at the base crevice....
10 Best Games on the Sega NAOMI
Maddie Fisher’s roundup spotlights the Sega NAOMI arcade board’s lasting influence, ranking ten standout titles from 1998‑2001. The list includes genre‑defining fighters like Dead or Alive 2 and Marvel vs. Capcom 2, sports hits such as Virtua Tennis 2, and quirky experiments like...
Crimson Desert: How to Find Every Fish
Crimson Desert introduces a robust fishing system that supplies health‑restoring food and a reliable source of in‑game currency. Players can unlock fish species knowledge, then use the map to pinpoint exact spawning spots. The guide explains the counter‑intuitive reeling technique—pulling...
How to Get Mage Hand in Esoteric Ebb
Esoteric Ebb, the March 2026 indie RPG from Christoffer Bodegård and Raw Fury, lets players acquire the versatile Mage Hand cantrip early in the adventure. To obtain it, players must first secure the Comprehend Language spell—either buying the 100‑crown scroll from...
How to Unlock the Camp Fast Travel Point in Crimson Desert
The guide explains how to repair the Abyss Nexus fast‑travel point located under vines near the base camp in Crimson Desert. Players must first clear the vines using Blinding Flash or fire arrows, then retrieve a missing platform piece from...
Weapon Crafting Books Locations in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert’s open‑world RPG requires players to locate weapon‑crafting books to unlock new gear. There are 67 equipment‑crafting books in total, with 19 dedicated to weapon categories such as one‑handed, two‑handed, bows and guns. The guide highlights the first one‑handed...
Where to Pack and Sell Trade Goods in Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert players can turn looted trade goods into a steady income by packing them at camp and delivering them to trading posts. After stealing items such as Calligraphic Paintings, Tobacco, Red Ginseng, or Ceramics, you speak with Carl to...
Crimson Desert: 8 Best Skills to Unlock First
Crimson Desert, Pearl Abyss’s new open‑world RPG, drops players into the vast continent of Pywel with a complex skill tree. A recent guide pinpoints eight early‑game abilities that dramatically improve exploration, combat efficiency, and puzzle solving. Unlocking Flight, Forward Slash,...
10 Great JRPGs that Start Fun and Stay that Way
An article by Adam Braunstein highlights ten JRPGs that captivate players from the first moment, bypassing the genre’s traditional slow introductions. The list includes classics like Final Fantasy VII and newer entries such as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, noting each...
Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising Expansion Finally Features Mega Floette
The Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising expansion drops worldwide on May 22, 2026, with prerelease events from May 9‑17 and a digital launch on Pokémon TCG Live on May 21. The set packs over 120 cards, including more than 20 Trainer cards and 35+ special‑illustrated cards....
Are the Fallout Leaks Accidental, or Is Bethesda Running an Elaborate Marketing Campaign?
Bethesda’s Fallout franchise is back in the spotlight after Amazon’s TV series, and a recent McFarlane Toys listing for a Fallout 3 Remastered power‑armor figure has reignited speculation about an official remaster. The company has a track record of early leaks,...
PS3 JRPGs Still Trapped on Original Hardware
The PlayStation 3’s notoriously complex Cell architecture continues to block many JRPGs from receiving modern ports or remasters. While titles like *Tales of Xillia Remastered* and *Metal Gear Solid 4* have finally broken free, the majority of the PS3 JRPG catalog remains...
10 Times Poppy Playtime Hints at Your Identity
The latest analysis of Poppy Playtime Chapter 5 argues that the player character is likely Eddie Ritterman, not the previously popular Rich Avery. Clues such as a former‑employee letter, toys’ recognition patterns, and Eddie’s August 7 schedule point to his identity. The...
Battlefield 6 Misses BAFTA Multiplayer Nomination Despite Massive Launch
The 2026 BAFTA Game Awards announced their nominees, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading the pack. Notably, EA's Battlefield 6, a high‑profile 2025 multiplayer shooter, was omitted from the Multiplayer category despite strong sales and critical praise. The nomination slate also highlighted 17 first‑time...