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Graphics Aren't Crazy in GTA 6's First Trailer, But Its City May be Epic
article05 December 2023
The suddenly internet lit and we finally got the first official GTA 6 trailer, incidentally released early, which looks great, though not revolutionary. Here are our first impressions, along with ideas about what the game might be like.
Graphics Aren't Crazy in GTA 6's First Trailer, But Its City May be Epic
Devs Don't Seem to Appreciate Power of Music - Meanwhile, Music is The Catalyst of Emotion
article02 December 2023
A well-placed song in a video game can define a given title. Too bad the developers rarely use this medium of artistic expression. Especially since it's so damn powerful.
Devs Don't Seem to Appreciate Power of Music - Meanwhile, Music is The Catalyst of Emotion
Games of December 2023 - Cyberpunk 2077 is Complete, But Not Much Else
article01 December 2023
We should not expect too much from December this year. That's not to say that there won't be anything interesting releasing this month, but a lack of big premieres can be definitely seen. Who knows, maybe Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will be a hit!
Games of December 2023 - Cyberpunk 2077 is Complete, But Not Much Else
Best Low-Spec Video Games 2021 - Video Games With Low System Requirements
article29 November 2023
We all love ray tracing and graphical bells and whistles, but sometimes, it's not really possible to launch ultra demanding video games on some laptops, or your aunt's low-end PC during holiday. So, here's a list of the best games with low requirements.
Best Low-Spec Video Games 2021 - Video Games With Low System Requirements
TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got
article25 November 2023
The year slowly ends, so The Game Awards 2024 are around the corner. We're already voting here in the office – with full awareness of the pros and cons that such contests entail.
TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got
We've Played the New Avatar. Far Cry on Pandora Remains a Mystery
article24 November 2023
After two hours with Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora I still don't believe the prowess of Avatar as a franchise, and I still don't trust Ubisoft when it comes to crafting engaging stories. At the same time, I've had fun. But I don't know what's going to come
We've Played the New Avatar. Far Cry on Pandora Remains a Mystery
Assassin’s Creed Has to Reconsider Modern Timeline
article17 November 2023
The release of Assassin’s Creed Mirage was a chance for me to look back at this series. I realized that the latest installments of the series lacked a compelling contemporary story line that the series originally had.
Assassin’s Creed Has to Reconsider Modern Timeline
2023 Game Awards Nominee Predictions
article10 November 2023
This month the nominees for the annual Game Awards will be announced. There are plenty of categories, and many games are vying for nominations. Here are some of our predictions.
2023 Game Awards Nominee Predictions
In Love With Video Game Character? Chill. Here's How Parasocial Relationships Work
article07 November 2023
We are social creatures. We need contact with other people. But is interacting with flesh-and-blood humans the only way to satisfy these social needs? If you think so, let me tell you about parasocial relationships (we're not getting dystopian though!).
In Love With Video Game Character? Chill. Here's How Parasocial Relationships Work
Best New Games Coming in November 2023 - An Invincible Month of Releases?
article03 November 2023
November is not the most spectacular month, but there will be no shortage of games worth playing. Although most people will probably be busy catching up, they might find a moment for Invincible or Broken Roads.
Best New Games Coming in November 2023 - An Invincible Month of Releases?
Heroes 3 and Online Frags - 10 Best Games of 1999
article31 October 2023
There may have been fewer games in 1999 starting cult series popular for decades to come, but there was certainly no shortage of timeless hits. Here's our subjective retro list of the top 10 games of 1999.
Heroes 3 and Online Frags - 10 Best Games of 1999
10 Assassin's Creed Games Rated Worst to Best
article31 October 2023
Every player has their opinion about Assassin’s Creed. Some love them, some hate them. We look at all of them and pick 10 installments, which we're rating worst to best.
10 Assassin's Creed Games Rated Worst to Best
Blizzard, Have Mercy And Make World of Warcraft 2 Already
article28 October 2023
World of Warcraft Classic is still quite popular, but what's Blizzard gonna do with it? Are we waiting for Cataclysm? Or maybe a new version of the old game? BlizzCon 2023 will be super important for the future of this MMORPG.
Blizzard, Have Mercy And Make World of Warcraft 2 Already
Souls-like Games Rated Easiest to Hardest
article27 October 2023
The Dark Souls series is famous for its hellishly high difficulty, which requires, above all, patience. Games inspired by Dark Souls are trying to emulate that, with various results. Here's our list rating souls-like games from easiest to hardest.
Souls-like Games Rated Easiest to Hardest
25 Best Hack'n'slash Games - Devilishly Good List!
article19 October 2023
We're back with another TOP 25 list. This time of the best hack and slash titles. 2023 brought fresh air to the genre, so let's dive right in!
25 Best Hack'n'slash Games - Devilishly Good List!
Forza Motorsport vs Gran Turismo Comparison. The Old, Symbiotic Feud
article12 October 2023
The competition for the best Xbox and PlayStation racing game has been going on for 18 years, but that includes a hiatus of entire six summers. Right now, we're entering another stage of battle between Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo.
Forza Motorsport vs Gran Turismo Comparison. The Old, Symbiotic Feud
Why Are People Playing Dead MMO RPGs? I've Checked, and It's More than Nostalgia
article10 October 2023
Does an MMO need thousands of players to be fun? Some of the communities prove otherwise. Sometimes, a hand full of players is enough to make a given title feel alive. And it's not always about nostalgia.
Why Are People Playing Dead MMO RPGs? I've Checked, and It's More than Nostalgia
CS 2 is Currently Disappointing as Sequel to CSGO, But Future is Bright
article07 October 2023
After all these years, we finally got it, and after months of announcements, Valve finally gave us something – CS2 is here as the official heir to CSGO. Is it worthy, though? It will be, but now, we can speak of a disappointment.
CS 2 is Currently Disappointing as Sequel to CSGO, But Future is Bright
Why Are Video Games So Big? What's Inside the 100 GB?
article06 October 2023
New games require increasingly large disk space. Is this a sign of progress, or laziness on the part of developers? Why did games swell so much in the last years?
Why Are Video Games So Big? What's Inside the 100 GB?
Frostpunk 2 Hands-on Preview - Looks Like Perfect, Even More Gripping Sequel
article05 October 2023
Frostpunk 2 won't be your regular sequel offering more of the same thing. This is an ambitious follow up to an excellet game, giving us a chance of tackling the challenges facing a post-apocalyptic society on a much broader scale.
Frostpunk 2 Hands-on Preview - Looks Like Perfect, Even More Gripping Sequel
32 Best Tycoon Games Ever - Top Economic Strategies on PC in 2023
article03 October 2023
Once beloved and now forgotten, the tycoons have a rich history, which has plenty of outstanding games. We offer a review of what we believe to be thirty of the best economic simulations released in the nearly 30 years of the genre's existence.
32 Best Tycoon Games Ever - Top Economic Strategies on PC in 2023
Games of October 2023 - A Month of Spoils!
article29 September 2023
This summer was unusually good when it comes to new video games, bringing a few GOTY-worthy titles. October picks the gauntlet, bringing a slew of high-profile releases, including a few interesting reboots and remasters.
Games of October 2023 - A Month of Spoils!
Witchfire - A Hardcore Polish Shooter Tested in Early Access
article28 September 2023
Witchfire is one of the best games recently available in Early Access. It already seems almost complete and it is very engaging. The Poles are doing it again, it seems.
Witchfire - A Hardcore Polish Shooter Tested in Early Access
Alan Wake 2: In-Depth Interview & Hands-On Impressions!
article27 September 2023
After thirteen years, the sequel to the original Alan Wake is set to release this October. We had the chance to try a hands-on demo and talk to the Game Director, Kyle Rowley, and have him answer a few questions regarding the upcoming hit.
Alan Wake 2: In-Depth Interview & Hands-On Impressions!
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Hands-on. Here's 5 Interesting Things I've Noticed
article25 September 2023
Dragon's Dogma 2 is impressive not only for the huge, majestic dragon we shall once again meet. It has its own, interesting, unique solutions, which in part two return in an improved version, yet the most surprising thing was... the food!
Dragon’s Dogma 2 Hands-on. Here's 5 Interesting Things I've Noticed
Baldur’s Gate 3 Party Enhance Mod Makes It Even More Classic (And Better)
article23 September 2023
Baldur’s Gate 3 rules. Larian has delivered a truly sprawling RPG, the quality of which has sown fear and despair among publishers big and small. And that's great, but I missed one thing – thankfully, a mod got me covered.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Party Enhance Mod Makes It Even More Classic (And Better)
Forza Motorsport Hands-On: Double Impressions After Demo!
article21 September 2023
We've finally had a chance to play Forza Motorsport! Our hands-on impressions include two perspectives of two experienced, vidtual racers – the report from digital tracks is brought to you by Draug i DM.
Forza Motorsport Hands-On: Double Impressions After Demo!
STALKER 2 Hands-on Preview! It Won't Be Perfect, But I'm Sold Anyway
article16 September 2023
A modest, quarter-hour demo of upcoming STALKER 2 was enough to take me back to the old days and remind me why I loved these games. And that's despite all the anomalies – both those within the game, and those steming from the game's still raw condition.
STALKER 2 Hands-on Preview! It Won't Be Perfect, But I'm Sold Anyway
The Best Games of 2023 - The List So Far (Q2 Update)
article15 September 2023
So which games of 2023 are the best? What's worth the time and money right now, without waiting for discounts? Here's our list of the most interesting games released so far. The article will be updated as the year progresses.
The Best Games of 2023 - The List So Far (Q2 Update)
Hands-on: Assassin’s Creed: Jade Blurs the Lines of Mobile and Desktop
article15 September 2023
Assassin’s Creed: Jade blurs the lines between a mobile game and "full-blown" console releases. This comes with a few compromises, but the impressions are very positive.
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