Tropes have become a common occurrence in video games, from the classic “the world is ending and you have to save it” plotline to the typical character archetypes we see over and over again. While tropes themselves are not inherently bad, the issue arises when games fail to put an interesting spin on these overused
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Vampire survival game V Rising has been in early access for a couple of years now, and developers Stunlock have announced a permanent price increase from $19.99 to $34.99 ahead of the game’s full 1.0 launch. They justify this decision by pointing to the amount of content and development that has been put into the
The latest patch for Helldivers 2 brings in a new level of challenge for players with the introduction of blizzards and sandstorms. The developers have clearly taken a step towards ensuring that the game remains engaging and unpredictable by adding these environmental hazards. Rather than allowing players to become complacent in their strategies, these new
Final Fantasy 14 players are in for a treat as the highly-anticipated crossover event with Final Fantasy 16 is set to debut tomorrow. This collaboration between the popular MMO and the latest installment in the renowned RPG series offers players a range of exciting rewards, from adorable minions to stylish armor sets. The announcement of
The Oculus Quest 1, released just five years ago in 2019, is already facing planned obsolescence by Meta. As of May, new apps released in the Quest Store will not be playable on the Quest 1. This decision is not based on the Quest 1’s lack of power to run these apps but rather on
Extremely OK Games, the developers behind Celeste and TowerFall, announced their upcoming project Earthblade almost three years ago. However, fans will have to wait even longer as the game is now not expected to be released until 2025 at the earliest. Lead creator Maddy Thorson recently shared the disappointing news in a blog update, expressing
Take-Two’s recent announcement regarding the acquisition of Gearbox and the development of the next installment in the Borderlands series has created quite a buzz in the gaming community. However, looking closely at the details provided, it becomes clear that this announcement was more of a strategic move than a proper unveiling of what fans can
The debate over the geological distinction between rock and stone has long been a topic of discussion, with many arguing that stones are simply smaller rocks. While this may seem like a minor detail to most, the semantics behind these terms can play a significant role in shaping our understanding of the natural world. In
Cities: Skylines 2 has been struggling, but the new patch 1.1.0f1 aims to address some of the issues. One of the main features of the patch is the addition of much-requested mod support and tools. The new editor tools, which were initially available to closed beta testers only, have now been released to everyone. This
The highly-anticipated game Judas is set to offer players a unique first-person shooting (FPS) experience unlike any other. With a blend of guns in one hand and “various organic powers” in the other, players will be thrust into a world filled with mystery and danger. The game, developed by Ghost Story Games, promises to deliver