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Value in Video Games – A Look at Two Point Museum

It is funny how we place value in video games that we purchase. If someone sells you an INCREDIBLE 2-3 hour game for 19.99, is that good value? Sure, hour wise you aren’t getting a lot for your twenty bucks, but was the experience worth it? On the flipside, I’ve found that people freak out on big, AAA titles if there isn’t 100+ hours of content for the 89.99 CAD price tag. Everyone is going to value video games differently,…

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Atari 50: Namco Legendary Pack Arrives This Week

Atari 50 is one of the greatest collections/documentaries to be on any system right now. And its getting another DLC pack next week: the Namco Legendary pack! We have the details below. This week, on Thursday November 13th, Atari 50 will get a new DLC pack. It will be the Namco Legendary pack and include multiple versions of Pac-man, Galaga, Galaxian, Xevious, and Dig Dug. It’ll also have a brand new timeline along with new documentary footage. Bringing Pac-man, and…

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Beyond the Grove: A Cozy Strategy Game

In an age dominated by high speed action and twitch reflexes, Beyond the Grove offers a charming and thoughtful alternative. Developed and published independently by Not a Duck, this title successfully combines the strategic depth of a strategy game all wrapped in a visually cozy, hand drawn package. For players who appreciate building the perfect machine of war more than frantically clicking during battle, this is a breath of fresh, fungal air. Get ready to battle. The Art of Pre…

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Darwin’s Paradox Dives Onto the Nintendo Switch 2 Next Year

What happens when an octopus is taken out of his underwater home and plucked into dangerous unknown territories? If you’re Darwin, its all about Survival and Hijinks! Next year we’ll get to find out all about it in Darwin’s Paradox. Darwin’s Paradox is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series S/X, and STEAM in 2026. It will be published by KONAMI and French developers  ZDT Studio made it. Darwin is an octopus who gets taken away from his…

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Borderlands 4 Review

Borderlands 4 arrives with the weight of expectation on its shoulders. After the mixed reception of Borderlands 3, Gearbox set out to reinvent the looter-shooter formula without losing the chaotic charm that made the series iconic. This time, the adventure takes us to Kairos, a prison planet teeming with danger, secrets, and a new villain who might just be the most unsettling antagonist the franchise has seen yet. The question is: does Borderlands 4 deliver on its promise of evolution…

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PowerWash Simulator 2 Review for Xbox Series X|S

When PowerWash Simulator first appeared, it was a quirky little experiment that unexpectedly became a global phenomenon. Its simple premise—cleaning things with a pressure washer—turned out to be the perfect recipe for relaxation and satisfaction. Now, PowerWash Simulator 2 arrives with the promise of bigger environments, smarter tools, and more ways to indulge in the oddly therapeutic art of washing away grime. But does this sequel truly elevate the experience, or is it just more of the same? The sequel…

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Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club: A Charming Adventure

Snoopy and the Great Mystery Club is an easy going, low stakes adventure perfectly tailored for young Peanuts fans and casual gamers. It thrives entirely on the  charm of its characters, featuring wonderful voice acting and a visual style reminiscent of both the classic comic strip and movies. While the gameplay is simple, relying heavily on fetch quests and light puzzling it succeeds in creating a heartwarming and authentic Peanuts experience which I loved. Pure Peanuts Charm From the moment…

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More Thoughts From Me: I Love Spooky Season

Its Spooky Season again! Halloween is this week. I thought I’d talk about some of my all-time favorite spooky games again and some of my recent favorites. Happy Halloween is this week. I love this time of the year. I’m a huge fan of spooky video games (and movies and books). So I thought I’d talk about some of my all-time favorites again. During the PlayStation 1 era, I got my first glimpse of the Survival Horror genre. I remember…

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Two Point Museum: Zooseum DLC Coming This Winter

Two Point Museum is one of my favourite games in recent memory, and head of the games launch on Nintendo Switch tomorrow, we have a full review of our Switch experience on the site now. Just as reviews for the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game dropped, Two Point Studios released a quick trailer showcasing what is coming next for Two Point Museum: Zooseum. Check out the trailer below to see what might be coming from Two Point Museum:…

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Fruitbus Review (PS5)

When you first boot up Fruitbus on PS5, you’re greeted by a world that feels like a watercolor painting come to life. The skies are soft pastels, the ocean glimmers like liquid glass, and the islands ahead promise adventure—not the kind filled with danger or combat, but the kind that invites you to slow down, breathe, and savor the journey. This is a game about food, family, and finding your place in a world that’s both familiar and full of…

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