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Too Many Bonuses, Not Enough Time

You’ve found a casino you like. It has all the right games, playable in all the right ways. Is it really worth cheating on your favourite and looking at bonuses elsewhere? It might seem like something of a hassle, but it’s worth giving yourself a reality check. Like subscription services, casinos want you to feel comfortable because it means you’re less likely to leave. Looking at what is available elsewhere, even if it’s just a short term jump, can prevent…

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Seamless Integration, Superior Experience: A Deep Dive Into UX Design in Gaming Apps

The main aim of playing video/online games is to feel good and enjoy the gaming experience, and UX precisely does that. User experience (UX) in app design refers to the idea of making the user feel good. It entails developing and designing an application with an intuitive user interface and captivating gameplay, combining accessibility and enjoyment into the final product. As much as UX is a crucial component of app design, it cannot be done overnight as it is challenging…

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Balatro Impressions

Balatro on Xbox is a surprise gem, a roguelike deck-builder that takes the familiar mechanics of poker and injects them with an addictive dose of strategy and chaos. Here are some key impressions that make this game stand out: Highly Accessible, Deeply Rewarding: Despite its poker foundation, Balatro welcomes newcomers with ease. The core gameplay loop of building your deck, facing off against increasingly difficult opponents, and unlocking new cards is intuitive and satisfying. But beneath the surface lies surprising…

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Arkham Horror – The Roleplaying Game Starter Set – Hungering Abyss to Launch in August 2024

Edge Studio, in collaboration with Asmodee, has announced the upcoming release of the highly anticipated Arkham Horror - The Roleplaying Game Starter Set – Hungering Abyss. Set to hit stores on August 2, 2024, this tabletop roleplaying game promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of cosmic horror.

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Star Trek: Away Missions Unboxing and Components Review

When Star Trek: Away Missions landed at my office for review, I was surprised by how hefty the box felt. From the videos and images I had seen, it didn’t seem like much more than some cardboard and miniatures, but I quickly realized there is a lot more going on in the box than just that! Using a popular license like Star Trek is often an excuse for a company to skimp on components and quality. Is that something Gale…

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Fossil Fuel 2 Impressions

Fossil Fuel 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the indie horror hit, takes players on a pulse-pounding journey through a desolate Alaskan research facility overrun by prehistoric predators. Available now on Xbox Series X/S, this Unreal Engine 5 powered title delivers a terrifying and thrilling experience that will leave you checking the shadows long after you put down the controller. Stepping into the Jaws of the Beast From the opening moments, Fossil Fuel 2 throws you headfirst into its nightmarish…

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Verily, Unmatched: Slings and Arrows Will Have You Cry Havoc in 2024

Today, Restoration Games announced details of the next Unmatched set, Slings and Arrows. In addition to William Shakespeare, the set includes Hamlet, Titania, and the Wayward Sisters as playable heroes.

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Study finds link between lootboxes and gambling

Recent research has confirmed what many gamers already suspected: a link between lootboxes in video games and gambling. Lootboxes are virtual chests that can be purchased with real money or a certain amount of game time to obtain a random set of in-game items. This practice, which has gained widespread popularity in the video game industry, has been subjected to research where scientists have identified similarities between the mechanics of loot boxes and the incentives of gambling. Loot boxes and…

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Expeditions Board Game Review

Scythe is one of the greatest and most popular games of the century so far, and that along with Wingspan has made Stonemaier Games a household name in the board game space. We recently had the opportunity to look at the “sequel to Scythe,” Expeditions, which we are pretty fond of? Is this the game to remove Scythe from your collection, or does it fall just short of the original experience? Let’s dive in! The first thing we should mention…

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More Thoughts From Me: Finally Playing Mother 3

Earthbound is only had one game on the Super Nintendo. Wait. No, thats not right. There’s Earthbound Beginnings too and we got that on the Wii U and the Nintendo Switch. whew. However, wait, there is one other Earthbound game. Yes I’m talking about Mother 3. Its only ever been released in Japan and now its available on the Nintendo Switch Online app in Japan. And I’ve played it. Mother 3 (aka Earthbound 3) has never been release in the…

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