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Last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing the designer of the LEGO Spring Festival Trotting Lantern set, and he had some great insights into what it takes to be a LEGO designer, and what went into making this set happen. And this interview made me look at LEGO sets in a brand new light! Let’s take a look at the LEGO Spring Festival Trotting Lantern! First and foremost, I do think that interviewing Niels, the designer behind this set,…

Xbox seems to have cracked its latest strategy to release games across multiple platforms. They were the biggest publisher in the world last month, and likely to stay that way until Grand Theft Auto VI comes out. This must be good news for Microsoft. It’s not enough for fans. Since the multi-plat talk started more than a year ago, there has been a question about sustainability and the future of Xbox hardware. On the one hand, Xbox owns two massive…

Karma: The Dark World, a first-person psychological thriller developed by Pollard Studio and published by Wired Productions, plunges players into a chilling dystopian vision of 1984-era East Germany. Dominated by the oppressive Leviathan Corporation, this world is a place of surveillance, social control, and the insidious influence of the mind-altering drug, Bluebottle. Players assume the role of a Roam Agent, tasked with investigating crimes within this grim reality.    The core gameplay loop revolves around the unique and intriguing concept of…

Modders released a full remake of Vice City in Grand Theft Auto IV. It might just be one of the biggest labours of love in gaming, so of course Rockstar tried to shut it down. Within about 30 seconds of installation, you’ll know why. There’s something amusing about s company as large and respected as Rockstar (or parent coming Take-Two) feeling threatened by a few of their fans. But after showing the project on YouTube, the Vice City NextGen Edition…

Ubisoft has officially opened pre-orders for “Assassin’s Creed Shadows,” the latest chapter in the renowned Assassin’s Creed franchise. This highly anticipated installment transports players to the heart of 16th-century Japan, immersing them in a captivating narrative woven around the intertwined destinies of Naoe, a skilled shinobi Assassin from the Iga Province, and Yasuke, the legendary samurai. “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” is slated for worldwide release on March 20, 2025, and will be available across a range of ...

We have been following the story of Project Ironside, the first really affordable board game table currently available on the marketplace. For just a few hundred dollars, consumers have been promised an inexpensive yet durable board game table that will work in any gaming room for years to come. We have been VERY impressed with how this company has handled the Kickstarter campaign so far, and with their recent merger with Box King, bigger and better things are on the…

I’ve never been a man who needs much of an excuse to replay Sonic Adventure, but here’s a good one anyway. The Dreamcast classic has RTX Remix support – and it’ll test your PC like a near 30-year-old game never should. I’ve played around with it a little bit, and I’m impressed by what the pathtracing I’ve seen. This is an absolutely new way of seeing the game. Some parts work better than others. Mystic Ruins, for instance, is much-improved…

With the Nintendo Switch 2 officially announced, and a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April, it’s time to start talking about what we want out of this brand new console. With more power and more capabilities, there are definitely more options for Nintendo moving forward. Despite the console having graphics comparable to the Xbox One or the PlayStation 4, Nintendo is right where they need to be with their home console. Now it’s about the games. I think a few easy…

Into the Grid, a cyberpunk roguelike deck builder developed by Little Orbit, recently released a captivating demo on PC. This hands-on experience offers a tantalizing glimpse into a unique blend of grid-based hacking, strategic combat, and stylish cyberpunk aesthetics. The core gameplay loop revolves around navigating interconnected grids, hacking nodes for resources, and engaging in dynamic card-based combat. This innovative fusion sets Into the Grid apart from traditional roguelikes and deck builders. The grid-based hacking mechanic is arguably the most…

E-WIN is a rising star in the gaming furniture market, offering a range of stylish and ergonomic chairs and desks designed to enhance your gaming experience. Chairs: Comfort is King: E-WIN chairs prioritize comfort with features like high-density foam padding, adjustable lumbar support, and ergonomic designs that promote proper posture.   Style and Durability: The chairs boast a variety of aesthetics, from sleek racing-style designs to more understated options. They are typically built with sturdy metal frames and durable PU leather…