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.
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.
Japan Has 3 Million Fewer PC Gamers Than a Decade Ago. Or Does It?
On paper, PC gaming in Japan is in a nosedive, shedding 3 million players. In reality, companies like Capcom are making a killing on their PC ports. What the hell is going on? The answer is a story about browser games, smartphones, and a complete transformation of the market.
The 'Sims Killer' inZOI Is Coming to PS5, But Is Anyone Still Playing?
KRAFTON is bringing its life sim, inZOI, to the PS5. While the publisher talks a big game about sales, the current player numbers on PC tell a different story. A look at the so-called 'Sims Killer's' next big move.
It's Official: Nearly Half of Players Are on the Brink of Quitting multiplayer Games Because of Cheaters
We've all been there: insta-killed by a player who's clearly not legit. A new study now confirms our rage, revealing that 42% of gamers have considered quitting a game for good because of cheaters.
Itch.io's it’s forced Adult Game Ban is Reportedly now Affecting lgbtq+ SFW Titles
The fallout from Itch.io's ban on paid adult games is getting worse. Developers are now claiming their completely safe-for-work games are being delisted simply for featuring LGBTQ+ themes.
The Dream Team Is Assembled: Remedy and Rockstar Are Working 'Closely' on Max Payne 1 & 2 Remake
Great news for Max Payne fans. A Remedy financial report confirms the Max Payne 1 & 2 Remake is (still) in full production, and they're working closely with Rockstar Games on it. The two parents of the franchise are finally back together.
PayPal Abruptly Ditches a Ton of Countries on Steam, Leaves Gamers Asking 'Why?'
Tried to buy a game on Steam with PayPal recently and got rejected? You're not alone. PayPal has suddenly cut off a huge number of currencies, leaving gamers in the lurch with no real explanation.
250,000 Fans Are Waiting for ENDLESS Legend 2, But You Can Cut the Line This Week
Amplitude's highly anticipated 4X strategy game, ENDLESS Legend 2, has a free demo out now. With over 250,000 wishlists, now's your chance to see if the hype is real before it launches in September.