When you think of cozy games, you probably think of cutesy farming sims like Stardew Valley and neighborvanias like Animal Crossing. These casual experiences offer easy to pick up laid back gameplay loops, but they can sometimes feel a bit too candy and rainbows. Thankfully, there’s a whole sub-genre of games that embrace darker subject … إقرأ المزيد
Many of the best video games of all time debuted in arcades before making their way onto home systems. However, countless titles never left arcades for various reasons. Some of these games were simply forgotten by their original creators, while others were deemed too bizarre for casual audiences. Even with arcade emulation and retro re-releases … إقرأ المزيد
With Magic: The Gathering expanding through its Universes Beyond line, crossovers between iconic game franchises and MTG’s deep mechanics are no longer just fan dreams. We’ve already seen The Lord of the Rings, Doctor Who, Assassin’s Creed, and even Fortnite get the MTG treatment. But what about video games that haven’t made the leap yet? … إقرأ المزيد
I think everyone has a game series they fondly remember from days gone by. Game series that seemed like they’d go on forever back then but somehow disappeared from the public eye one day. These game series were and are awesome, but they’ve seemingly been forgotten. I’d do anything for a new entry. 7 Star … إقرأ المزيد
The racing genre has come to define many eras of gaming, from the top-down pixelated efforts of yore to the photorealistic system-sellers that adorn modern consoles. The good news is that many of these games have stood the test of time, and are worth digging out and playing again (as long as you can find … إقرأ المزيد
Chances are that your favorite gaming franchise gets its identity from a single, repeatable gameplay loop. Though this kind of consistency is always good to have when a series is thriving, sometimes departing from it can bring more success. Variety is indeed the spice of life, and the entries on this list took a chance … إقرأ المزيد
Despite being one of gaming’s most accessible genres, visual novels are still fairly niche. Some people don’t have the time to sit through 50 hours of reading, or have been turned off by the countless dating sims that make up much of the genre. However, there’s a lot more to visual novels than you may … إقرأ المزيد
The best visual novels are fondly remembered for their captivating stories, but you won’t hear much praise for their gameplay. Most visual novels boil down to reading, making a few choices, and… well, not much else. However, one iconic feature continues to elevate their storytelling above all other genres. Flowcharts Reveal the Extent of Your … إقرأ المزيد
Quick Links Controllers With Shoulder Buttons A Personal Virtual Reality Nintendo may not always put out the most powerful hardware or bleeding-edge games, but when it comes to innovation, the Japanese company has walked the line from bizarre diversions to revolutionary advances. The following experiments have taken the company from the dawn of gaming in … إقرأ المزيد
While June isn’t typically a month that PC gamers associate with high-profile game releases, this year’s lineup holds a few big arrivals across different genres: action-adventures, MMORPGs, soccer, horror, and more. The expansive sci-fi world of Dune: Awakening leads the charge, with its high-budget survival open-world gameplay. Other titles include an action-adventure from an ex-Rockstar … إقرأ المزيد