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Townfall Could Give Silent Hill Its Resident Evil 7 Moment
Silent Hill: Townfall's first-person perspective is a big risk, but Resident Evil 7 already proved just how well that gamble can pay off.
Retrace the Light gives A Real Lightbulb Moment
I don’t mean to start this review off on a tangent, but I promise that this statement will make sense soon. I never finished Nier: Automata. It’s one of my white whale games. I think I’ve played the opening at least six times now, because even though the gameplay doesn’t always capture my...
Technology Showdown: Which 2026 Photo Editor Best Restores Old Photos?
Physical photos have the ability to save specific moments in time. However, they decay. There are a lot of things that could cause damage to a family’s history, such as scratches, sun damage, water spots, and fraying of the edge. Fortunately, with the use of modern technology, restoring damaged...
Football team wants Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis to actually coach them
Jason Sudeikis is known for coaching Richmond AFC on Ted Lasso, but now he could manage a women’s football team in Lithuania for real.
The 1998 horror game that haunted my dreams even more than Resident Evil 2 is back, "modernized," and available on consoles for the first time
Few things linger in your subconscious longer than memories of being frightened as a child. Some of my strongest are moments from video games I was probably way too young to be playing, like the gas station scene from the original Resident Evil 2, Scissorman from Clock Tower, and maybe a little...
Action Platformer ‘Knuckle Jet’ Launches September 1
Rain Games has announced that its side-scrolling action platformer from the studio behind the Teslagrad series, Knuckle Jet, will launch for PC via Steam on September 1, 2026. Knuckle Jet emphasizes momentum through jet-powered movement. Players fly through stages at high speeds while punching,...
Anomalith Preview – Exploring Beyond the Yellow Tape
I love places a lot of people would call liminal spaces. I like hallways and passageways, and taking photos of pathways or places that evoke a sense that’s kind of unsettling. It’s hard to explain. I like going for walks and taking photos. I also like the movie Stalker. Phenomenal movie. These two...
“It’s on life support”: Women’s Counter-Strike 2 scene is struggling to stay afloat, and there is little hope left if things don’t change
On August 8th, one of the most prominent players in the women’s Counter-Strike 2 scene, Mayline “ASTRA” Champliaud, made waves by announcing her transition from CS to VALORANT esports. According to HLTV’s Women’s Player of the Year 2025, “the recent news of female CS falling apart and the lack of...
Dave Franco and the Cast of Idiots Break Down the Comedy's Most Explosive Scene
Dave Franco, Mason Thames, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Kiernan Shipka, and director Macon Blair unpack the upcoming comedy Idiots, discussing its title change, shocking twists, and explosive moments.
'These Moments Don't Happen Anywhere Else': Sony Touts PS5 Exclusives After Abandoning PC
"Only on PS5". Sony’s released a new ad reminding you that some games can only be played on the PS5. The new commercial – part of the ‘It Happens on PS5’ campaign – focuses on several titles which are only available on PlayStation hardware. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Lanterns showrunner admits they "held off" on comic book-style moments, but the Sinestro appearance was a "good time to remind people we understand the show we're making"
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Stellar Blade: Complete Edition reveals new Nintendo Switch 2 trailer
Just moments ago, Shift Up issued a brand new trailer for Stellar Blade: Complete Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. The video gives us a new look at how the port is shaping up. Stellar Blade: Complete Edition is the same post-apocalyptic action adventure title that fans have come to love. Also, Joy-Con...
Buffy The Vampire Slayer Meets L.A. Noire In New Gothic Detective Thriller Game
Buffy the Vampire Slayer is inarguably one of the best vampire-related TV shows of all time and a phenomenal coming-of-age epic that perfectly encapsulates the angst of the late 90s and the tropes of the high school-focused films of the time. It proved to be highly influential, helping to...
23 Years Later, Spike's Best 'Buffy' Quote Is Still One of the Greatest Moments in TV History
Spike's best quote sums up his arc as one of the main characters in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Atlus on how Persona could have ended after Persona 2, Persona 3 “was the critical moment of whether the series would continue or not”
Persona is in a good spot right now as one of the most popular RPG franchises in the world, but that wasn’t always the case. In a recent discussion, Persona general producer Kazuhisa Wada revealed that the series could have disappeared after the release of its second game. Persona 3 reinvented the...
27 Years Later, the Best 'Peanuts' Snoopy Quote Is Still in a League of Its Own
Snoopy's "Keep looking up" quote is the beloved beagle's best Peanuts moment.
One Piece Confirms Who Is Stronger Between Holy Knights And Admirals
The climax of the Elbaf arc finally confirms the Omen-enhanced Holy Knights to be stronger than Marine Admirals.
Digimon: 10 Darkest Moments in the Franchise That Came Out of Nowhere
Digimon is a franchise known for its amazing child-friendly storylines, but certain moments prove just how unsettling the series can be.
9 Years Later, Assassin's Creed Origins' Bayek Officially Returns In New DLC
One of the greatest protagonists in Assassin's Creed history is Origin's Bayek of Siwa. His ruthlessness and singular, often misguided, quest for vengeance, coupled with his occasional moments of peace and lightheartedness, made him a character you cared about, one deeply troubled by his trauma,...
Steam's Free-to-Keep Promotion Confirms 3 Giveaways for October 2026 Ahead of Time
Per backend information, it seems three freebies are currently planned to be released via Steam's Free-to-Keep Promotion in October 2026. Sometimes these giveaways are not widely known until the moment they drop on Steam; other times, the information is available via the popular tracking site...
Letters from the Tower...
Hey folks, Thomas here! So, I'm still trying to wrap my head around the response to Twisted tower. The support from the community has been absolutely overwhelming. And seeing so many of you posting about the game, sharing your favorite moments, leaving reviews, and generally just loving this weird...
Gunstoppable is vibrant, fast and full of explosive wall-running action
Gunstoppable is blazing fast momentum-fueled roguelite shooter, one that fans of fast-paced action will no doubt absolutely love. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/08/gunstoppable-is-vibrant-fast-and-full-of-explosive-wall-running-action/
IGN Entertainment brings Women In Gaming networking event to Gamescom
IGN Entertainment is hosting a Women in Gaming networking breakfast at Gamescom, on the morning of Wednesday 26th August. The event is supported by GamesIndustry.biz, and will take place in the Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln from 8.30-10.30. Read more
Gunstoppable is vibrant, fast and full of explosive wall-running action
Gunstoppable is blazing fast momentum-fueled roguelite shooter, one that fans of fast-paced action will no doubt absolutely love. Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
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