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
Star Wars is at its best when it feels like a lived-in universe, which is why living in Star Wars through VR is so enticing. Luckily, there have been a relative plethora of exactly these experiences over the past decade. No matter what type of fan you are or how comfortable you feel with VR, … إقرأ المزيد
Summary Video game glitches can be hilarious and add to a game’s unique identity. Exploits can offer a window into a game’s hidden depth and even enhance gameplay. Glitches help foster a community experience, bringing players together through shared discoveries and memorable moments. Video game glitches are rarely a good thing, and many are bad … إقرأ المزيد
Plenty of beloved arcade genres have experienced recent revivals. Unfortunately, not all of them have been so lucky, and many hit genres that disappeared after the death of arcades have remained dormant ever since. From hardcore action games to quarter-munching classics, these iconic arcade genres are still awaiting a modern revival. 6 Maze Games Bandai … إقرأ المزيد
Summary Modern PC gaming handhelds like the Steam Deck aren’t pocket-friendly, making on-the-go gaming quite inconvenient. A pocketable Steam Deck would allow me to carry it everywhere with me without having to haul it in a backpack or a carrying case. Design challenges and performance limitations make a pocket-sized Steam Deck unlikely, as larger devices … إقرأ المزيد