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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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It’s a Big Week For Games – What Will We See?

It’s a big week for gaming. The Switch 2 is out in just a couple of days, and then we have the Summer Games Fest and the Xbox conference at the weekend. And a Sony show is probably quite close behind. It’s going to be a month of announcements and reviews. As always, the rumour mill has been working overtime and we have a good idea of some of what we might see over the coming seven days. Naturally, take…

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It’s Risky Business Remaking Final Fantasy IX

of FinaOne of the last major titles unveiled in the great Nvidia leak of 2021 is a remake of Final Fantasy IX and all signs are pointing to an imminent announcement. It’s the 25th anniversary and the dedicated website is loaded with new information and art. Almost like there are some major game events in the next week or so. I for one am excited. Although its my least favourite of the VII-X run, it’s such a strong run of…

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Bless the Skippable Cutscene

There’s a new pope kicking around, and while I’m sure his schedule is fairly busy I have a request: please bless the skippable cutscene. During his next visit to GamesReviews.com, I’m hoping he sees this and fully understands the absolute sincerity in which I ask this. The skippable cutscene is potentially one of the most beautiful inventions in the modern world. Firstly because it doesn’t require a subscription, but mostly just because of the pure convenience of it all. This…

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More Thoughts From Me: Final Fantasy Strangers

I checked out Strangers in Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin over its free weekend on Xbox. I had heard bad things about this for the most part. What did I think of it? Here are my thoughts on Strangers in Paradise. Strangers in Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin is a prequel to Final Fantasy 1. And this is very obvious early on in the game, when  Garland (from FF1) appears. Then he’s mentioned. A lot. The four warriors of light legend appear…

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Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo Impressions

What do you get when you cross Paper Mario with the movie Coco? You might get Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo. Let’s talk about this unique game that’s now available on Xbox Gamepass. Kulebra and the Souls of Limbo is now available on Xbox Gamepass and on other systems. The game stars Kulebra, a snake-like bone creature that finds himself in limbo. There are souls trapped here that can’t move on and its up to Kulebra to help them.…

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Finding Frankie Review

With the prevalence of mascot horror and indie thrillers in the gaming industry, Finding Frankie endeavors to blend the thrill-seeking excitement of parkour with the spine-chilling terror associated with a twisted game show. Created by Superlou, this brief yet captivating adventure challenges players to complete an obstacle course in a life-or-death scenario, aided by the spooky cartoon mascot Hogan. The game begins with a familiar but sinister plot: you’re one of the lucky few enticed into playing at the Finding…

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Are Games Worth $80? Not a Chance

How much is a game worth to you? I’m not talking a specific game. Not the wishlist, dream game that you’d trade your firstborn for. Just a game. $80? My guess is it isn’t even close. The average gamer isn’t spending anywhere near that much. Maybe a few times a generation or in support of a certain publisher. Perhaps you’ll splurge at Christmas or when a console launches. But those are outliers. Factor in deals, bundles, deep discounts and what…

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Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Review

Originally released in 2006, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion changed the standards for open-world RPGs. Its vast world, dynamic AI, and emergent gameplay set the stage for Skyrim and several other genre efforts. Oblivion Remastered now, nearly two decades later, comes not just as a visual facelift but also as a creative reinterpretation that treads the line between respect and innovation. Created in partnership with Virtuos, this remaster is a statement rather than just a nostalgia trip. It queries: What…

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