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Balatro Deserves the Hype
You saw it when the Game Awards announced its top nominees for 2024. There, hidden amongst AAA games from big name publishers. You saw the comments. “Balatro? Haven’t heard of it. Why the hell are they including a card game?” And frankly, it’s lucky for all involved that the Elden Ring DLC became a lighting rod for the really negative conversation this year. People got to take out their frustration on something not directly related to the games for the…
Rise of the Retro Sets
Once upon a time, retro collections were rapidly thrown together catalogues of old games. These were roms, and other than a menu connecting them together, nothing else had changed. Gone are the days. Capcom has another Fighting Collection on the way. A Tetris set is in the works too. This is awesome news. And I’m especially aware of it, because I’m working through the incredible Sonic Origins collection right now. First, Fighting Collection 2. Any set that includes the Power…
Concord: A Solid Start, But Still Finding Its Footing
Concord, Firewalk Studios’ debut title on the PS5, is a hero-based shooter that offers a unique blend of character-driven gameplay and intense action. While it shows promise, it’s still navigating the competitive landscape and could benefit from a few refinements. The Good: Distinct Characters: Each character brings a unique playstyle to the table, ensuring variety and strategic depth. Engaging Story: The narrative, though still unfolding, offers a compelling backdrop for the action. Visually Appealing: The game’s graphics are impressive, with…
Epic Mickey Rebrushed Demo Available Today
A demo of Epic Mickey Rebrushed is available today! A demo of Epic Mickey Rebrushed is available today on the Switch, PS4/PS5, and Xbox Series. I downloaded the demo and have played it a little bit. The graphics look better than ever and the gameplay is really good so far. I like having control over the camera and not having to worry about motion controls. I haven’t finished the demo yet but will try to write more about the game…
Fortnite is the Future of Gaming
There’s been a lot of talk lately about where the industry goes from here. It’s is in a bad place. Games that are too big to fail are failing. Releases are becoming fewer, and developers are playing it absolutely safe. And yet the answer is right under our noses: Fortnite. Now, I can’t say that I love this future. But every so often the topic of Fortnite will come up amongst myself and colleagues and although it’s not our cup…
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed – THQ Showcase 2024 Trailer
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is coming out in September. Today, a new trailer for the game was shown during the TNQ Showcase! Check it out below. Epic Mickey on the Wii was a lot of fun and now with analog controls and HD graphics, its going to be even better. Looking at today’s trailer, took me back to playing that game. Its a great, underrated game and I’m glad its getting a ssecond chance. Are you looking forward to Disney…
Epic Mickey Rebrushed Will Release In September
Epic Mickey on the Wii was an underrated and really fun game. And soon a remastered version of it will come out! We have the details below. Epic Mickey Rebrushed will release on September 24, 2024. It will be on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PS4/PS5, and PC. There will be a collector’s edition available too! I loved Epic Mickey on the Wii and I’m so excited about this remake. It looks like a lot of fun. Are you looking…
Visions of Mana Launch Date Trailer
Visions of Mana is the upcoming return of the Mana series by Square Enix. Today a launch date trailer was released for the game. Check it out along with our thoughts on the game. Visions of Mana will be coming out on August 29th, 2024. The game is coming to PS4, PS5, Xbox Series S/X, and PC. It looks like an absolutely incredible game. I love the graphics, which looks slightly cel-shaded especially with the characters. The action combat looks…
Terminal 81 Impressions
Terminal 81 takes you on a haunting journey through the crime-ridden streets of Terminal 81, a fictionalized São Paulo neighborhood in 2008. You step into the shoes of Lorena, a recent arrival struggling to make ends meet amidst a harsh economic climate. As a string of kidnappings throws the community into fear, you’ll find yourself not just trying to survive, but also unraveling the dark secrets lurking beneath the surface. The game’s greatest strength lies in its ability to create…
PlayStation State of Play May 2024 Roundup:
Get ready, PlayStation fans! The May State of Play brought a ton of exciting news and announcements for the coming year. Here’s a quick recap of the highlights: Concord: Firewalk Studios’ 5v5 multiplayer shooter got a fresh gameplay trailer, showcasing diverse characters and intense action. It’s coming to PC and PS5 on August 23rd, with a beta in July. God of War Ragnarok: Sony Santa Monica’s acclaimed action game is making its way to PC on September 19th, packed…