Recently, Microsoft found themselves at the center of controversy following allegations from the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that the tech giant is offering a “degraded” Game Pass experience. The FTC warned that this new offering may result in consumer harm, particularly in light of the recent Activision Blizzard acquisition. Microsoft, however, has vehemently denied
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The FlatOut series, known for its intense car combat and emphasis on collisions rather than guns, has recently received a major update on Steam. With Workshop support, Steam Deck verification, improved performance, and restored online multiplayer, the classic racing games have been revitalized for a new audience. Among the three games in the series, FlatOut
Placid Plastic Deck – A Quiet Quest is a game that introduces players to a world filled with bizarre and quirky characters, especially ducks. Unlike traditional card battlers, A Quiet Quest takes inspiration from games like the Pokémon series and Inscryption, offering a unique and refreshing gaming experience. Players take on the role of Zoi,
As we navigate through the labyrinth of folders on our computers, it is not uncommon to stumble upon a treasure trove of unfinished projects. Tetsuya Nomura, the renowned Final Fantasy character designer and Kingdom Hearts director, recently shared insights into his own digital realm in an interview with Famitsu. Nomura humorously described his computer as
Imagine starting a game called Clickolding and finding yourself staring at a man whose mask resembles a botched carving of Joe Camel. The unsettling gaze from his googly eyes demands that you click. The game prompts you to click a thousand times before receiving a reward. As you ponder this strange scenario, you are left
Armored Shell Nightjar, a first-person pilot-em-up game, stands out in the realm of diegetic interfaces with its complex and intricate controls. The game places players in the cockpit of a rust-bucket mech on a critical mission, set in an industrial desert planet. The interface is filled with various buttons and dials, each serving a different
The Foundation Festival offered by Cloud Imperium provides an opportunity for gamers to access the long-awaited space game Star Citizen for free until July 19th. With a selection of 10 different ships to try out, players can engage in activities such as salvaging wrecks, mining asteroids, and engaging in combat with other pilots. Existing players
Last week, Death Game Hotel was released, offering players a unique and comically gory gaming experience. Developed by White Owls, headed by Hidetaka “Swery” Suehiro, this game deviates from the studio’s usual offerings. Set in a virtual reality environment, players engage in casino-style card games where they bet their own limbs to raise the stakes.
Supraworld, the highly anticipated sequel to the toybox explorer Supraland, is set to make its way into early access later this year. Developed by Supra Games, this new installment promises to deliver another dose of dander and excitement for fans of the original game. The developers have hinted that the game may launch in October,
Ryoma Takeuchi, the actor portraying Kiryu in the upcoming Amazon series based on the Yakuza franchise, shared his insights into embodying the iconic character. In an interview with IGN, Takeuchi revealed that he approached the role by creating Kiryu from scratch rather than attempting to mimic previous interpretations. This fresh take on the character suggests