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November 28, 2025

A DISAPPOINTING SEQUEL FORGES AN UNEXPECTED GAMING BOND

The much-anticipated release of a sequel to a beloved role-playing game initially promised a fresh adventure for our household. The original title had captivated us with its distinctive visual style and sharp

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September 5, 2025

SILKSONG LAUNCH OVERWHELMS DIGITAL STOREFRONTS

The highly anticipated release of Hollow Knight: Silksong caused significant disruptions across major online gaming platforms, as unprecedented demand led to widespread crashes on Friday. Key digital marketplaces, including Steam, the Nintendo

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October 8, 2025

XBOX GAME PASS PRICE INCREASE SIGNALS SHIFT IN GAMING BUSINESS MODELS

Microsoft has announced a significant price increase for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, raising the monthly cost from £14.99 to £22.99 in key markets including the UK and United States. This

DARK REALITIES EMERGE IN POPULAR CHILDREN’S GAMING PLATFORM

A recent investigation into one of the world’s most popular gaming platforms has revealed disturbing content accessible to young users despite parental controls. The platform, which boasts over 100 million daily users

November 5, 2025

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THE SIMPSONS’ ENDURING DIGITAL JOURNEY

The recent arrival of Springfield and its residents within the popular online game Fortnite marks the latest chapter in a decades-long relationship between the animated series and the video game industry. This

November 5, 2025

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POWERWASH SIMULATOR 2 DELIVERS THE SATISFYING CLEANUP FANS CRAVE

The simple act of cleaning virtual surfaces with a high-pressure hose might not sound like compelling entertainment, but for a dedicated community of players, it has become an unexpectedly absorbing pastime. The

November 5, 2025

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TECH GIANTS SETTLE LANDMARK APP STORE DISPUTE

Epic Games and Google have reached a comprehensive settlement that could conclude their five-year legal confrontation over the Android app store. The agreement, detailed in a joint court filing, aims to resolve

November 5, 2025

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THE OUTER WORLDS 2: A POLISHED SEQUEL THAT DELIVERS ON GAMEPLAY, IF NOT NARRATIVE

The highly anticipated sequel to Obsidian Entertainment’s 2019 sci-fi RPG has arrived on major platforms. While “The Outer Worlds 2” builds impressively on its predecessor’s mechanics, its story struggles to leave a

November 3, 2025

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THE UNSEEN MECHANICS OF FEAR IN VIDEO GAMES

What compels millions of players to willingly subject themselves to digital terror? The answer lies not in what is shown on screen, but in the psychological mechanics expertly engineered by developers to

October 31, 2025

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A GOTHIC DETECTIVE TALE UNFOLDS IN AN IRISH MANOR

A remote estate on Ireland’s windswept coast sets the stage for a gripping mystery. Players step into the shoes of a private detective summoned to a grand hotel, once known as Blake

October 27, 2025

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THE LOST ART OF THE IMPERFECT VIDEO GAME

The recent release of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 has been met with a familiar chorus of mixed reviews, yet its very existence feels like a throwback to a different era

October 22, 2025

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A SURREAL JOURNEY AS A LIFE-GIVING LIGHTHOUSE

In the new action-adventure game Keeper, players step into the role of a lighthouse, tasked with nurturing a bizarre and beautiful world. The game presents a landscape bursting with vibrant colors and

October 17, 2025

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A DESCENT INTO PSYCHOLOGICAL TERROR: SILENT HILL F EXPLORES ADOLESCENCE AND PATRIARCHY

The survival horror genre receives a chilling new entry with the release of Silent Hill f, a game that demands to be experienced rather than merely played. This is not a title

October 17, 2025

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A DISAPPOINTING SEQUEL FORGES AN UNEXPECTED GAMING BOND

SILKSONG LAUNCH OVERWHELMS DIGITAL STOREFRONTS

XBOX GAME PASS PRICE INCREASE SIGNALS SHIFT IN GAMING BUSINESS MODELS

DARK REALITIES EMERGE IN POPULAR CHILDREN’S GAMING PLATFORM

THE SIMPSONS’ ENDURING DIGITAL JOURNEY

POWERWASH SIMULATOR 2 DELIVERS THE SATISFYING CLEANUP FANS CRAVE

TECH GIANTS SETTLE LANDMARK APP STORE DISPUTE

THE OUTER WORLDS 2: A POLISHED SEQUEL THAT DELIVERS ON GAMEPLAY, IF NOT NARRATIVE

THE UNSEEN MECHANICS OF FEAR IN VIDEO GAMES

A GOTHIC DETECTIVE TALE UNFOLDS IN AN IRISH MANOR

THE LOST ART OF THE IMPERFECT VIDEO GAME

A SURREAL JOURNEY AS A LIFE-GIVING LIGHTHOUSE

A DESCENT INTO PSYCHOLOGICAL TERROR: SILENT HILL F EXPLORES ADOLESCENCE AND PATRIARCHY

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