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The 8 Best Horror Games on Xbox Game Pass

Here's a list of the best horror games on Xbox Game Pass that you can play this Halloween. As the spookiest day of the year draws ever closer, you may be looking for a great horror game to get you in the festive mood. Here are eight titles ...

Trails in Continuity: Exploring the Trails Series’ Arcs

The Trails series is known for many things; ambitious world-building, memorable series characters and NPC's, cliffhanger endings—to name a few. Last year, the franchise had its 15th anniversary. Let's look into the Trails series' arcs that ...

Why Physical Games Are Still the Future of Gaming

Physical Games are still the future of gaming! There are a ton of benefits that physical games have offered, which digital games lack. While the next-gen will be moving forward with physical gaming with disc drives present in both the PS5 a...

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Top 5 PC Mods That Change the Game

PC gaming has a wealth of mods that can completely change a gaming experience. Check out the Top 5 PC mods that change the game. Mods can improve a game, add quality of life improvements or give you a brand new gaming experience and these m...

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Top 4 Puzzle Games for Beginners

These 4 puzzle games are perfect for beginners who want to be eased into the genre. Some involve numbers, others shapes and some a bit of abstract thinking. If you have ever been curious about puzzle games, but found them too daunting, star...

What Comes Next for Donkey Kong? Making the Ape a Priority!

What can Nintendo do to honor the anniversary of Donkey Kong Country Returns and what direction does the company go in with one of their oldest characters? Next month will mark a full decade since the iconic ape of the Big N's catalogue gra...

Remakes and Remasters: Reframing Gaming History

Remakes and remasters are our best gateway into the past but are they helping preserve gaming history, or are they reshaping it? Companies need to find a responsible way of retelling classic stories, and gamers need to hold them accountable...

6 Ways of Improving Breath of the Wild’s Sequel

The beloved Breath of the Wild is not without its flaws. Our list highlights these weaker areas in the hope of seeing them rectified in the sequel. While we first have the Age of Calamity prequel to look forward to, Ganon’s return is nigh. ...

3 Companies Microsoft Could Potentially Buy Next

With Microsoft's purchase of Bethesda, could there be more companies arriving exclusively to Xbox? Microsoft may go on purchasing more companies in the future, and depending on who they buy, it could be a game-changer that could put Xbox ba...

Top 5 GTA VI Locations We’d Like to See

After playing through the campaign of Grand Theft Auto V yet again, have you thought of what your Top 5 GTA VI locations are? With the last title being as lauded as it has been, it's believed that Rockstar will be attempting to go even bigg...

Gamification Can Improve Your Life, Health, and Outlook

Gamification Can Improve Your Life, Health, and Outlook

Unmotivated? Unorganised? All this can be solved in time thanks to gamification, and it can make your life a lot better. Games are everywhere nowadays, but you would be surprised how much it influences other aspects of your life. People can...

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Grand Theft Auto: The Franchise’s 5 Greatest Controversies

The Grand Theft Auto franchise has long been a vehicle for the mainstream media's criticism and the scorn of moral crusaders. Rockstar's seminal series has been blamed for all manner things, from racism to being the impetuses for murder. He...

Why Capcom Should Bring Back Darkstalkers

Capcom has released many Street Fighter games, but one of their fighting game franchises is often overlooked. To the dismay of many fans, Darkstalkers has been mostly abandoned by Capcom. Let's go over the reasons why this beloved franchise...

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Best Visual Novels You Should Definitely Try Out

We have the best visual novels to suggest to you, but we do recognize that many gamers don’t consider visual novels as games. Sluggishly leafing through dialogues, from time to time making choices. Additionally, many don’t like the anime st...

3 Reasons Why FIFA 21 Could Be the Best One Yet

3 Reasons Why FIFA 21 Could Be the Best One Yet

After the horrific FIFA 20, FIFA 21 is finally here, and it could be the best one yet. EA have made a lot of great changes to its core modes, especially Ultimate Team and VOLTA. Let's have a look at 3 of the best additions made so far! Desp...

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The 12 Best Indie Games From The Eighth Generation Of Gaming

It would be remiss to ignore the role that Indie games have played in the last few years. So it's only fitting that we recognize the 12 best indie games of the eight generation of gaming. Sometimes, less is more. A small wheelbarrow full of...

Top 5 Date Destinations in Genshin Impact

Looking for the best romantic spot for a virtual visit? Does your partner desire a more anime approach to dating? Check out this exclusive list of Genshin Impact's most snog-inducing locales, and really impress your partner with your romant...

3 Best Digimon Games to Counter Absence of Digimon Survive

With 2020 nearing its end without Digimon Survive, Digimon fans might be wondering where they can experience their Digimon gaming needs. See the best Digimon games for aspiring newcomers and longtime fans, ranging from classic turn-based ad...

Sorry Folks, We Probably Wont Be Able To Buy The New Ryzen CPU's At Launch.

Sorry Folks, We Probably Won’t Be Able to Buy the New Ryzen CPUs at Launch

The release of the new Ryzen CPU's was recently announced. AMD has outdone themselves again, and the hype is real. Let's just try not to let that excitement get too out of hand. If history is to be believed, and I think in this case it is, ...

Does Fall Guys Season 2 Breathe New Life Into the Game?

Does Fall Guys Season 2 Breathe New Life Into the Game?

The new Fall Guys season 2 update brings a load of content for fans to enjoy but is it enough to bring players back and keep them engaged? There have been many fan suggestions and request, many of which have been implemented but others have...

5 Dormant Sony Franchises That Should Return For PS5

5 Dormant Sony Franchises That Should Return for PS5

With new God of War and Horizon Zero Dawn titles coming, let's look back at some dormant Sony franchises and see which ones should return for the PS5. Sony has been developing unique games on its consoles since they entered the industry in ...

Hades and the Dance of Death in Roguelikes

The inevitable cycle of death and rebirth in roguelikes is a tough sell for many players, but Hades masterfully dodges this classic problem. Between delightful characterisation of NPCs, the gradual reveal of plot details and a meaningful se...

Why You Should Be Wary of Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat

Kernel-level anti-cheat has become a popular term among gamers lately. But what does it mean and why did it cause so much uproar in the community? A brief explanation on kernel-level anti-cheat and what hazard such software could possess. L...

Genshin Impact's Popularity Shows Indie Games Are More Relevant Than Ever

Genshin Impact’s Popularity Shows Indie Games Are More Relevant Than Ever

Multiple indie games have exploded in popularity over the past six months, the most recent being Genshin Impact. But why do indie games get so popular? Why do they seemingly dominate social media more than AAA games? Here are a few theories...

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Why 2021 Will Be A Good Year For Gaming

As 2020 comes to an end, here are the reasons why 2021 will be a good year for gaming. After the worldwide pandemic threw everyone's lives astray, dozens of games had to be delayed, and 2021 became even more uncertain. We're here to tell yo...

5 Zelda Games That Should Come to Switch

As we raise our glasses to 35 years of Super Mario, we’ve got to wonder: what does Nintendo have in store for another of its most popular franchises? The Legend of Zelda has its own 35th anniversary coming up next year, so let's take a look...

Doom Should Never Be An Xbox Exclusive

Doom Should Never Be An Xbox Exclusive

Exclusivity is the antithesis of Doom. While Microsoft's Bethesda purchase was pricey, they really shouldn't make the demon-slaying shooter an exclusive. It is a game famous for running on everything, being available everywhere. It should r...

PlayStation Now vs Xbox Game Pass: How Sony Can Improve

PlayStation Now vs Xbox Game Pass: How Sony Can Compete

Xbox Game Pass is an incredible value for money, but Sony has a competing subscription service to challenge; it's called PlayStation Now. Microsoft is clearly the winner in the PlayStation Now vs Xbox Game Pass debate, but there are ways in...

Why Next-Gen Is Even Better Than You Think

Many features of the new consoles have made promoting next-gen difficult for Sony and Microsoft. Let's take a look at why the most impressive aspects of these new consoles have yet to been shown off in all their glory. Plus why this will st...

Forza Motorsport vs Gran Turismo 7: Which Will Be the Best?

We know that both Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo 7 are aiming for next-gen experiences, but whom will be the best one? Two rivals are about to compete and aim to be better than one another. Although we're far away from release, one can d...

The Next Generation of Xbox isn't just a Console

The Next Generation of Xbox Isn’t Just a Console

With their failings in the console space with the Xbox One, Microsoft is broadening their scope with their next-generation consoles, innovative services, and a new methodology and approach to their Xbox brand. It has become very clear that ...

15 Years Later: A Retrospective of 2005’s Biggest Games

2005 came to us at the height of the PS2/Gamecube/Xbox era, and boy did it show. In this 15th Anniversary Retrospective, we run through three biggest games released in 2005 that have influenced the medium to this day: God of War, Resident E...

Top 5 PS5 Launch Titles That May Be Worth the Hype

From first-party titles like Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Astro's Playroom to third-party software like Devil May Cry 5: Special Edition, let's take a look at the top 5 PS5 launch games that may actually be worth all the hype.

October 2020 Gaming Anniversaries

Top 5 October 2020 Gaming Anniversaries

While October is most commonly known for Halloween, the month traditionally marks the beginning of a deluge of exciting software for video game fans. From recent favorites like Halo 5: Guardians to classics like The Secret of Monkey Island,...

Will Gamestop Survive To See The Next Generation Of Consoles?

Will Gamestop Survive To See The Next Generation Of Consoles?

Gamestop used to be the go-to company for video game needs. Discs used to stack high on the shelves of gamers everywhere, but will Gamestop survive to see the rise of the next console generation after the PS5 and Xbox Series X? Only time wi...

PlayStation 5 v Xbox Series X: Who's Winning This Time?

PlayStation 5 v Xbox Series X: Who’s Winning This Time?

PlayStation 5 v Xbox Series X is such an interesting battle, so I'll take a deeper look at how the two console giants are shaping up. Both have extremely different approaches to the next generation of video games: Does Xbox have an answer t...

Do We Really Need A New Console Generation?

Do We Really Need A New Console Generation?

There's a new video game console generation upon us. However, do we really need a new generation or are incremental upgrades good enough? Let's take a look at the new hardware and software coming this holiday and try to find out if it’s wor...

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3 Companies Sony Could Potentially Buy Next

In the wake of Microsoft's purchase of Bethesda. We ask the question: What will Sony's response be? Will they purchase an existing company on the market to match up with Microsoft's big acquisition? If so, here are 3 companies that Sony cou...

The Best Looking Indie Games Releasing In October 2020

Here's a list of all the best looking indie games releasing in October! Another month goes by, yet quality indie games are still in abundance. Next month we have two games published by Humble Games, a couple of interesting puzzle games, and...

What to Expect from Final Fantasy XVI

What to Expect from Final Fantasy XVI

With nothing else but a trailer to take away things from, here are some takes on what to expect from Final Fantasy XVI. A lot of people have started speculating about what Final Fantasy XVI could be after it was announced during Playstation...

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