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News 2 months ago
Unreal! – Why Are Developers Clinging to Just One Engine?
The Unreal Engine has problems. On console it’s often running at sub-1080p resolutions, and stuttering is an issue across the board. Is it time for developers to start looking at other options? It’s getting to be less and less of a surprise when a major video game franchise suddenly announces it’s going to be running on Unreal from here on out. Halo is the latest to fall, ditching its own engine and instead building future titles in Epic’s software instead.…
News 3 months ago
Playing Games Wrong and Breaking the System
I’ve started playing games wrong, and I’ve got to say it’s feeling pretty right. This won’t be a new idea to some people, especially those who’re deep into achievements. But it’s something I recommend for everybody, if only to shake things up at a time when games aren’t spending much time rewriting the rules. The biggest games are so slick now. You barely have to play them. They put the maximum amount of energy into making everything look epic and…
Articles, News 3 months ago
LEGO Group Unleashes Imagination with Expansive Range of Gaming-Themed Sets, Blurring the Lines Between Digital and Physical Play
The LEGO Group is bridging the gap between digital and physical play with a new wave of exciting gaming-themed sets, allowing kids to bring their favorite virtual adventures to life in a whole new way. This announcement comes on the heels of a recent study revealing that 71% of parents say their children enjoy merging digital and physical play experiences. Recognizing this trend, The LEGO Group is expanding its already impressive range of gaming sets based on popular franchises like…
Articles, News 3 months ago
Kevin’s Halloween Hitlist: Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit
Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit offers a unique and terrifying experience within the beloved horror franchise. Here’s a more in-depth look at its key features: Time-Traveling Gameplay The game’s innovative time-traveling mechanic sets it apart from previous FNAF titles. Players explore a realm known as “The Pit,” which is divided into various simulations representing a different point in time. This allows for a fresh and unpredictable gameplay experience, as players must navigate through unfamiliar environments while avoiding the…
Articles, News 3 months ago
LEGO Halloween Must-Haves for Every Fan
Get ready for Halloween with these frightfully fun LEGO sets! This season, LEGO offers a variety of spooky and spellbinding options for all ages. Whether you’re a fan of classic films or love building fantastical creatures, there’s a LEGO Halloween set to spark your imagination. Here’s a quick look at some of the spooktacular highlights: For the Movie Buff: LEGO® Wicked: Elphaba & Glinda Figures (SKU 75682): Recreate iconic moments from Wicked with these posable figures of Elphaba and Glinda.…
Articles, News 3 months ago
Disney Lorcana Shimmering Skies Starter Decks Review
A brand new set of Disney Lorcana decks have arrived with the Shimmering Skies expansion. Are these worth playing?
News 3 months ago
Games Are Getting Too Damn Big
Death Stranding 2 has a photo mode that will influence the way the story plays out. It also has in-game concerts. The attention to detail is incredible. But come on Kojima, I have a life. Games are getting too damn big. I’ve been playing Final Fantasy VII Rebirth since March. It’s one of the best games of the generation and I don’t see that changing. But its need to completely dominate my free time is frustrating. I’ve enjoyed every single…
News 3 months ago
Overwatch and the Misery of Mismanagement
You don’t need an insider knowledge to know Overwatch has been mismanaged. It’s still nice to know it for definite. Jason Schreier’s new book on Blizzard goes into some detail on the inner workings of Overwatch. He shared a shorter version on Reddit. The further abridged version is that the team behind making Overwatch such a success were cautious in hiring new people in case it changed their company culture. They tried to feed the original Overwatch and make an…
Articles, News 3 months ago
Kevin’s Halloween Hitlist: Mischief Night Massacre
This time, I’m going to suggest something a little different. Nothing better this time of year in New England than cracking open the windows for the fresh fall air and curling up with a good book and a coffee. Well that’s exactly what I did! Jason Parent’s Mischief Night Massacre is more than just a collection of horror stories; it’s a carefully curated exploration of the darkest corners of the human psyche. Each tale within this anthology delves into profound…
News 3 months ago
Finally! Horizon Zero Dawn Playable Again
The panic is over. Horizon Zero Dawn is going to be re-released with shinier graphics. At seven years old, it was getting pretty dicey. It would be all too easy to be snarky about this one, and I wouldn’t be alone. Although there are people defending it – and why shouldn’t they? – I’m not alone in finding this release to be both bizarre and unnecessary. Even more so than The Last of Us Part 1. Horizon still plays as…