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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

EA SPORTS FC 26 INTRODUCES DUAL GAMEPLAY MODES IN MAJOR OVERHAUL

Following a tepid reception to last year’s release, the upcoming football simulation is making substantial changes to win back players, with developers placing unprecedented emphasis on community feedback. The title’s third installment

September 11, 2025

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SILKSONG’S TRIUMPH: A SMALL GAME’S MONUMENTAL IMPACT

The gaming landscape has been fundamentally altered by the arrival of a single title. Hollow Knight: Silksong, the long-awaited sequel from the tiny Australian studio Team Cherry, has not only met towering

September 10, 2025

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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF PLAY: HOW VIDEO GAMES LET US UNCOVER DIGITAL HISTORIES

Forget the whip-cracking tomb raiders of blockbuster adventures. A new wave of video games is offering a more authentic form of digital archaeology, one that involves careful observation and interpretation rather than

September 3, 2025

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ROBLOX TO STRENGTHEN AGE VERIFICATION TO PROTECT YOUNGER USERS

The online gaming platform Roblox will implement stricter age verification measures by the end of 2025 to prevent adults from communicating with children they don’t know personally. This move comes amid ongoing

September 3, 2025

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WHEEL WORLD OFFERS A RELAXING ESCAPE INTO THE JOY OF CYCLING

Sometimes, a game comes along that redefines an entire genre. Wheel World is not your typical racing game; it’s a serene, two-wheeled exploration of an island paradise where the journey itself is

August 29, 2025

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A GOTHIC DETECTIVE TALE EMERGES FROM THE SHADOWS OF IRISH LORE

A new horror experience is taking shape, one that trades jump scares for a slow-burning, atmospheric dread. Set in a decaying Irish manor in the 1890s, this detective mystery plunges players into

August 29, 2025

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METAL GEAR SOLID 3: A TIMELESS MASTERPIECE GETS A FAITHFUL RESTORATION

Two decades after its initial debut, the legacy of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater continues to resonate deeply within the gaming community. As a highly anticipated remake prepares for launch, the

August 22, 2025

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ALL WILL RISE: A CARD GAME THAT TURNS PLAYERS INTO ACTIVISTS

A new card game seeks to transform players into real-world problem solvers by immersing them in the complex world of environmental activism. Rather than presenting players with superhuman abilities or hopeless dystopias,

August 21, 2025

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AWARD-WINNING GAME “CONSUME ME” EXPLORES TEENAGE INSECURITIES THROUGH PERSONAL STORYTELLING

An upcoming video game draws from its creator’s high school experiences to craft a poignant narrative about adolescent self-image. “Consume Me,” scheduled for September release on PC, transforms personal struggles with body

August 20, 2025

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NINTENDO’S NEW SPORTS TITLE SHOWCASES CONTROLLER INNOVATION AT THE COST OF COMFORT

Nintendo’s latest hardware release brings with it a sports game designed to highlight the capabilities of its upgraded Joy-Con controllers. In this title, players engage in fast-paced wheelchair basketball, using the new

August 19, 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

EA SPORTS FC 26 INTRODUCES DUAL GAMEPLAY MODES IN MAJOR OVERHAUL

SILKSONG’S TRIUMPH: A SMALL GAME’S MONUMENTAL IMPACT

THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF PLAY: HOW VIDEO GAMES LET US UNCOVER DIGITAL HISTORIES

ROBLOX TO STRENGTHEN AGE VERIFICATION TO PROTECT YOUNGER USERS

WHEEL WORLD OFFERS A RELAXING ESCAPE INTO THE JOY OF CYCLING

A GOTHIC DETECTIVE TALE EMERGES FROM THE SHADOWS OF IRISH LORE

METAL GEAR SOLID 3: A TIMELESS MASTERPIECE GETS A FAITHFUL RESTORATION

ALL WILL RISE: A CARD GAME THAT TURNS PLAYERS INTO ACTIVISTS

AWARD-WINNING GAME “CONSUME ME” EXPLORES TEENAGE INSECURITIES THROUGH PERSONAL STORYTELLING

NINTENDO’S NEW SPORTS TITLE SHOWCASES CONTROLLER INNOVATION AT THE COST OF COMFORT

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