Editor's Picks
Death Relives Review: An Ambitious Indie Nightmare Forged in an Aztec Hell
Ever played hide-and-seek with a deity whose whole deal is wearing the flayed skin of his victims? I have, and let me tell you, it's a hell of a time. Death Relives offers a fresh, terrifying take on horror that's worth the panic sweats.
From Counter-Strike to Co-op: Gooseman on His New Game, the "Saturated" PVP Scene and the future of the genre.
Ever wonder what the guy who basically wrote the book on competitive shooters does next? Turns out, he tears the book up and starts a new one. I got the full story from Counter-Strike co-creator Minh "Gooseman" Le on his pivot to co-op with Alpha Response, his diagnosis for a "saturated" PVP market, and where he thinks the real innovation in the genre will come from.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition review: For The Emperor! (And a Fresh Coat of Paint)
After 20 years, one of the greatest RTS games ever made is back. I dove into the Definitive Edition of Dawn of War to see if the Emperor's finest still have what it takes, or if this is just old code in a shiny new box.
Battlefield 6 Devs Tell 'Movement Kids' to Get Bent, Nerf CoD-Style Sliding
If you spent the Battlefield 6 beta bunny-hopping around corners like a caffeinated jackrabbit, I've got some bad news. The developers are nerfing that shit into the ground.
Indie Devs Flee in Terror as Surprise Silksong Release Date Creates Black Hole in Launch Calendar
After years of memes and radio silence, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally has a release date. The reaction from the indie scene? Absolute, unadulterated panic; and understandably so.
Indie Dev Says His €4M Hit Game Left Him Broke; Publisher Calls His Story "Misleading"
In a story as old as the industry itself, an indie developer says his hit game made millions, yet he ended up broke and hospitalized. The publisher, naturally, has a slightly different version of events.
Stardew Valley Creator Gets Crucified for Wholesome Crossover He Did for Free
In today's episode of "no good deed goes unpunished," the creator of Stardew Valley is getting dragged through the mud for... letting another game do a free, wholesome crossover. Yes, really.
Discounty Review: RETAIL HELL NEVER FELT SO COZY
You'd think running a discount supermarket would be boring, but Discounty proves that behind every bag of frozen fries lies a dark secret, a whole lot of charm, and a surprisingly addictive gameplay loop.
EVO's SHAKE-UP: NEW OWNERS, GLOBAL TAKEOVER, SAME OLD FIGHTING
Evo is officially leveling up. The world's biggest fighting game tournament series has announced a major shift in ownership and new partnerships to fund an ambitious global conquest.
THE SILKPOSTS ARE DEAD, LONG LIVE SILKSONG
The day many of us thought would never come is here. After an eternity of silence from Team Cherry, the release date for the mythical beast known as Hollow Knight: Silksong has been dropped at Gamescom 2025.
anno 117 - The Romans are coming! And they brought a free demo with them.
Anno 117 is letting plebs and patricians alike get a taste of the new city builder with a free demo coming soon, but you better get building quickly.
From Comic to Screen: I Hate This Place Demo Delivers on Style, Scares, and Substance
I dove into the I Hate This Place demo at Gamescom and came out impressed. This isn't just a pretty face; it’s a seriously polished piece of horror that’s coming sooner than you think.
So It Begins: Your Guide to Surviving the Glorious Chaos of Gamescom 2025
The annual pilgrimage to the heart of gaming madness is upon us. Gamescom is about to kick off in Cologne, and whether you're a hardened veteran or a wide-eyed newcomer, you're going to need a plan.
Bendy: Lone Wolf Review - A great Remake in a Puzzling Package
Lone Wolf is what Boris and the Dark Survival should have been from the start. It’s a better, meaner, more complete game. So why is its release so damn confusing? Let's get into it.
Louisiana Sues Roblox, Citing a "Pedophile Hellscape" Years in the Making
In news that should surprise absolutely no one who's been paying attention, Roblox is being sued. This time, it's the state of Louisiana, and they're not pulling any punches.
Static Dread: The Lighthouse Review - Finally, Some Good Fucking Cosmic Horror
In a world drowning in cheap jump scares, Static Dread: The Lighthouse is the shot of intelligent, atmospheric horror I've been craving. It's a game about the terror of paperwork and the whispers from the deep. Let's talk about why it's so damn good.
Geoff Keighley Drops the First ONL 2025 Breadcrumbs, and It's a Heavy-Hitting Lineup
The annual hype-train conductor, Geoff Keighley, has finally shoveled some coal into the engine for Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025. He's confirmed the first batch of games, and it's a hell of a list.
Abyssus Review: DOOM Had a Baby With BioShock, and It's Gloriously Messy
Abyssus launched like a submarine hitting an iceberg, but its core gameplay is pure FPS gold. With developers patching the holes at record speed, is this the next great co-op roguelite? Here's our full breakdown.
Have a Seat, Roblox: 'To Catch a Predator' Host Chris Hansen Rumored to be Investigating the Platform
After Roblox banned a popular predator-hunting vigilante, the platform's safety issues exploded. Now, 'To Catch a Predator' host Chris Hansen is rumored to be getting involved in a documentary. Shit is about to get real.
In a Move From a Bygone Era, DOOM Eternal Gets Official, Full-Blown Mod Support
It's not a dream. A major AAA studio has just released official, in-depth modding tools for a modern game. DOOM Eternal's new update includes the actual game editor, a mod browser, and more.