Editor's Picks
Silknight's Meltdown: A Drama Worth Popping Corn For
In the left corner, wearing the belt of Truth and Integrity, we have Jason Schreier, a heavyweight in the gaming journalism world. And in the right, donning the cloak of Mystery and Rumors, is the newcomer on the block, Silknight, whose grip on verified information seems as slippery as a wet fish.
Aquarist review - My Deep Dive Into the Chill Depths of Aquarium Life
"Aquarist" kicks off with you inheriting a fish tank that looks sadder than a fish out of water. But hey, it's not just any fish tank; it's your ticket to becoming the ultimate aquarist. With a bit of cash and a dream, I embarked on my journey from my bedroom to the big leagues, aiming to build the sickest underwater cribs the digital world has ever seen.
ARK: Bob's Tall Tales review - A 30 Euro April Fools' Joke
Jumping into "Bob's Tall Tales," I was hoping for something epic, something that would make my 30 euros feel like an investment rather than a daylight robbery. Instead, what I got was the gaming equivalent of a whoopee cushion: amusing for a second, but ultimately, just a load of hot air.
Highwater: Navigating the Depths of Disappointment and Delight
Gather around, dear digital adventurers, for a tale of post-apocalyptic travels, turn-based tangles, and tunes that tug at the heartstrings. "Highwater" promised an story through sunken civilizations with a boat, a dream, and a pirate radio to guide the way.
Maniac: Where Mayhem Meets Madness in the Ultimate Sandbox
Let me take you on a wild ride through the chaotic streets of "Maniac," a game that dares to ask, "What if GTA met Vampire Survivors in a bar and decided to create the ultimate chaos simulator?" Yeah, it's as bonkers as it sounds. Strap in; this is going to be a bumpy ride.
Take-Two Interactive's Acquires borderlands developer Gearbox for a Cool $460 Million
In what can be seen as a power play in the gaming industry, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), a titan in the realm of interactive entertainment, has announced its plans to acquire The Gearbox Entertainment Company. The price tag? A hefty $460 million, paid entirely in newly issued Take-Two common stock. Gearbox, the brains behind hits like "Borderlands" and "Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands," is about to enter a new chapter under Take-Two's vast umbrella.
Grand Theft Auto VI: A Stormy Adventure Awaits!
In what can only be described as a slip-up of epic proportions, a Rockstar Games developer accidentally let the cat out of the bag, giving us a tantalizing glimpse into the hotly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI." An image making rounds on the internet, straight from the inner sanctums of Rockstar’s development team, has confirmed that the main storyline of GTA 6 will span approximately 40 hours of gameplay. But wait, there's a twist - the image also hints at the inclusion of thunderstorms, adding a literal and figurative storm to the already brewing excitement.
"Marvel Rivals": The Overwatch Doppelgänger in Tights?
Buckle up because the gaming grapevine is pulsating with a fresh leak that's got the community's keyboards clacking in overdrive. An anonymous whistleblower, potentially moonlighting as an alpha tester for the much-anticipated (and much-speculated) "Marvel Rivals," dropped a truth bomb on Reddit that's got us all reeling. And then—poof!—the post vanished like it was on the wrong end of a Doctor Strange spell. But worry not, dear readers, your intrepid scribe caught the gist before it faded into the digital ether.
"Marvel Rivals" is About to Blast into Our Lives: The Countdown Begins
If your spidey-senses were tingling this morning, here’s why: Marvel Games just dropped a tweet that’s about to make tomorrow’s breakfast taste like victory. An “evil experiment” is messing with the timestream, and guess what? It's showtime at the Marvel HQ, and everyone's invited to watch.
"Marvel Rivals" or Whatever It's Called: The Hero Shooter We Didn't Know We Needed
Buckle up, super-fans and trigger-happy gamers, because the rumor mill's churning out something spicier than a ghost pepper latte this week. Fresh off the digital press, we've got whispers of a Marvel game that's about to do to your free time what Thanos did to the universe
Overwatch 2 PvE: The Dream's Dead, Folks, and PvP's Holding the Smoking Gun
Alright, strap in and grab your tissues, 'cause I'm about to take you on a trip down Heartbreak Lane with a pit stop at Disappointmentville. Our beloved Blizzard, the masterminds behind the clickety-clack addiction machine known as Overwatch, have gone and gutted the PvE dreams for Overwatch 2 faster than you can say "nerf Bastion." That's right, chuckleheads, the PvE content we've been salivating over since 2019 just got Thanos-snapped out of existence.
Lightyear Frontier review: The Chill Frontier Where No Farmer Has Gone Before
We’re diving headfirst into the cosmic rodeo that is Lightyear Frontier, where your space boots will get more dirt on 'em from farming than from kicking alien ass. This ain’t your grandpappy’s space journey; it’s more like Stardew Valley had a steamy affair with MechWarrior, and their lovechild decided to become an interstellar farmer instead of a galaxy-trotting warrior.
Silent Hill 2 Remake Emerges from the Fog: A 2024 Release Date Spotted in the Wild
The mist has parted ever so slightly on the enigmatic and much-anticipated Silent Hill 2 Remake, revealing a glimpse into its release date. And where did this cryptic revelation manifest, you ask? None other than the hallowed, neon-lit aisles of GameStop, captured by the eagle-eyed @SilentHillSin.
Assassin's Creed Red: Leaks, Samurai, and Shadowy Hints
Folks, strap in because we’re about to take a leap of faith into the rumor mill that's grinding harder than a parkour run across the rooftops of feudal Japan. Cygus_Lorman over at r/GamingLeaksAndRumours has been stirring the pot with whispers of Assassin's Creed Red, thanks to a chinwag with a playtester who's supposedly in cahoots with a Ubisoft dev. Before we dive headfirst into this ninja saga, remember, this tale comes with a side of skepticism, so let's sprinkle that salt generously.
Arcade Resurrection: Midori's Leaks Rev Up the Sega Hype Machine
Folks, fasten your seatbelts and adjust your rear-view mirrors because we've got a leak that's cruising through the Sega universe faster than Sonic on a sugar rush. Midori, known for her insider scoops within the hallowed halls of Atlus/Sega, has dropped a payload of info so juicy it's got the internet doing donuts in excitement. After the bittersweet news of SMT Vengeance hitting a speed bump, Midori decided it was time to rev the engines with some very.. very interesting tweets.
Mix-Up Among the Stars: EA's Dead Space Promo Blends Timelines
Alright, spacers, gather 'round because EA just did something that's got the whole Dead Space community buzzing like a door hacked open on the USG Ishimura. Here's the scoop: EA, in all its infinite wisdom, decided to promote some slick Dead Space merch. Only thing? They used artwork from Dead Space 2 instead of the celebrated Remake that landed last January, scaring the pants off everyone and snagging the title of the second best-selling game of the month. Now, with the Remake not even a year old, this little slip-up has folks scratching their helmets in wonder.
GTA 6 Rollercoaster: Early 2025 Launch Hints Amidst Rockstar's Silence
Ladies and gents, fasten your seatbelts because the GTA 6 hype train is chugging along, fueled by whispers, winks, and nudges from the shadowy corners of the gaming world. Two new insiders have thrown their hats into the ring, claiming GTA 6 will hit the streets in the first quarter of next year, with one even circling February 18 on their calendar. But let's be real, Rockstar Games keeps its cards closer to its chest than a gambler with a royal flush, so all we've got to go on since December's reveal trailer are rumors.
Sony Hits the Brakes on PSVR2: A Virtual Reality Check
Buckle up, folks, because Sony's virtual reality journey just hit some turbulence. The tech giant has put the brakes on cranking out more units of its PSVR2 headset, all thanks to a growing pile of these fancy face gadgets gathering dust on shelves. Despite launching with a bang last February, it seems the $550 ticket to virtual wonderlands hasn't been flying off the counters as expected.
Spotting the Weird Shit: The Unholy Rise of Walking Simulators
Alright, kids, gather 'round the campfire of gaming's latest craze: anomaly-spotting games and those walk-til-you-drop simulators. Thanks to The Exit 8 kickin' open the doors to the bizarre and the "WTF is that?" moments, we've got ourselves a whole new playground. And damn, isn't it a breath of fresh, albeit creepy, air?
Terror at Oakheart: A Retro Nightmare Comes Alive
Terror at Oakheart isn’t just a game; it’s a frickin' time machine! This little gem throws us back to a time when the scariest things came in 2D and horror wasn’t just about fancy graphics but about that bone-chilling sensation creeping up your spine. And boy, does it deliver!