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Tiny Garden Review

Tiny Garden is an adorable, small farming game that feels like a digital memento. Players are transported into a world of gardening, puzzle-solving and storytelling within ten minutes. The game is set in ‘the miniature capsule toy’ like the iconic Polly Pocket character. This is a game that doesn’t rush you, but rather slows down, explores, and contemplates. With its core mechanic of a handle cranking to make time pass by, the game is whimsical and tactile, solidifying what it’s…

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Street Fighter 6 : A Knockout Port With Minor Bruises

Street Fighter 6 finally makes its debut on Nintendo’s powerful new hardware, the Nintendo Switch 2, and the result is an impressive, if slightly trimmed, version of Capcom’s acclaimed fighter that still packs a serious punch. Packing a Punch Thanks to the upgraded capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2 with 1080p docked and 720p handheld resolution makes a great fight scene. Visual compromises exist compared to the PS5/Series X versions; shadows are softer, background details trimmed back, and loading times…

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Final Fantasy XVI Xbox Demo Impressions

Yesterday, Final Fantasy XVI was released on the Xbox Series X/S. We checked out the demo for the game and now have some impressions to share with you! How is Final Fantasy 16 on Xbox? I had never played Final Fantasy XVI before. I don’t have a PS5. So when it was announced that the game was coming to Xbox, I was very happy! And a demo was even released for the game too. I checked out Final Fantasy 16’s…

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More Thoughts From Me Special Edition: OMG! That Xbox Showcase!

Today we got an Xbox Showcase. How was it?! It. Was. Awesome. Let’s talk about why my mind is completely blown. Today’s Xbox Showcase was so amazing. I thought at first that the recent State of Play was still better than this Showcase than, well, my mind changed. Xbox did the best showcase this year! Heck, its still going on because as I write this, they are showing footage of the fantastic looking The Outer Worlds 2. I loved the…

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Final Fantasy 16 Available on Xbox X/S Today!

During the Xbox Showcase today, it was revealed that Final Fantasy 16 was coming to the Xbox X/S…today! It was a really amazing surprise. Check out the announcement below along with more thoughts from us. Final Fantasy 16 is available today on Xbox X/S. The game was previously exclusive to PS5 and PC. I just about lost my mind when it was revealed that this game was coming to Xbox. And today?! Oh my god. I’ve really wanted to play…

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Resident Evil 9 Requiem Announced For 2026

Summer Game Fest seemed like it wasn’t going to have any major third party reveals. And then, at the very end, Resident Evil 9 was revealed. Check out the trailer for it and our thoughts on the reveal and the game. Resident Evil 9 Requiem will be coming out on February 27, 2026. The game was the final announcement for Summer Game Fest tonight. There was big fake out saying they had no news for the game earlier and then…

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Scott Pilgrim EX Announced

I’ve been watching Summer Game Fest and…I completely lost it when this game was announced. Scott Pilgrim EX, a brand new game set in the Scott Pilgrim universe, was shown off today. Check out the trailer and my thoughts on it. Scott Pilgrim EX is coming out in 2026 to Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PS4/PS5, and PC. I absolutely loved the original Scott Pilgrim game. This new one is being done by Tribute Games, who did Shredder’s Revenge and other cool…

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Gun X Review (MetaQuest)

Featuring fast-paced gun assembly mechanics and intense combat, Gun X is a VR shooter that offers varying levels of FPS for added excitement. The game was developed and is designed to be a virtual reality experience, with its unique features including hand-held weapons, immersive PvP, and zombie survival modes. At its core, Gun X is all about speed and precision. The task of assembling weapons in real-time is an exciting aspect that adds excitement to every encounter. Quickly assembling your…

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The Cecil: The Journey Begins Impressions

Upon entering a detention center, the notion of being unaware of your surroundings is unsettling. The book, The Cecil: The Journey Begins, quickly puts you in that uncomfortable position. This first-person horror game, published by Genie Interactive Games and Wandering Wizard, merges classic point-and-click gameplay with a psychological thriller story that’s both thrilling and creepy. John finds himself in a filthy cell, with the task of finding Sarah — his wife — justifiably appealing. This simple escape sequence is not…

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IXION Review

The space-based experience of existential silence is captured with such precision by IXION that it evokes chilling sensations. The Administrator of Tiqqun, a massive space station carrying the last vestiges of humanity, is responsible for managing both resources and optimism. With the PlayStation 5, you’ll feel an even heavier load. The Tiqqun’s utilitarian beauty was a sight to behold as I booted up to IXION on my PS5. The atmosphere of a game is not just about mechanics, but also…

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