If there’s one game this season that has effortlessly captured players’ hearts, it’s the charmingly chaotic Doronko Wanko. Released unexpectedly in March, despite being touted for a summer launch, this game offers a refreshing twist on traditional gameplay. Translated from Japanese to mean “covered in mud doggy,” it seamlessly blends humor with interactive fun as
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The recent layoff announcement by IllFonic, the developer behind titles like Friday The 13th: The Game and Predator: Hunting Grounds, sheds light on a troubling trend within the gaming industry. As the company seeks to realign its strategy amidst significant changes in the market, these layoffs highlight not just the fate of a single studio
In a striking turn of events, Ubisoft has made the difficult decision to discontinue its PvP shooter, XDefiant, while also laying off approximately 277 employees from the studios involved in the game’s development. This closure not only raises questions surrounding the viability of games in the hyper-competitive free-to-play FPS realm but also reflects broader issues
The landscape of video gaming often takes players on whimsical adventures through enchanting realms filled with magic, vast domains of space exploration, or harrowing survival scenarios. But what if a game embraced the unconventional, focusing on the more taboo elements of human existence? Enter “Urge,” an open-world survival shooter where the core mechanic revolves around
Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic, a city-building simulation game developed by 3DIVISION and published by Hooded Horse, continues to challenge the norms of economic management and urban planning. Set against the backdrop of historical socialist ideals, the latest downloadable content (DLC) aims to broaden its geographical scope dramatically. With the introduction of eight meticulously crafted
Frostpunk 2, the acclaimed survival city-building game, is set to embark on an exciting new chapter with a recently unveiled roadmap. While fans eagerly await fresh content and updates, the excitement isn’t just limited to what’s in store for Frostpunk 2; it opens up the conversation around the potential evolution of the broader “punk” genre
The gaming landscape has never shied away from themes of disaster and survival, often reflecting societal fears and anxieties in ways that result in poignant, memorable experiences. Ndemic Creations, the studio behind the acclaimed strategy simulation game Plague Inc., is gearing up to launch a new title that pivots from disease propagation to post-apocalyptic reconstruction.
In recent years, strategic gaming has taken many forms, often laden with micromanagement that can detract from the core experience. Enter **Solitomb**—a refreshing take on the genre that encapsulates a streamlined, engaging gameplay experience. This game diverges from heavily involved systems, offering a puzzle-centric approach that can captivate players within a single hour of play.
In today’s gaming landscape, it seems that the vast majority of titles paying homage to the PlayStation 1 (PS1) are shrouded in atmospheric dread, often enveloped in shades of grey synonymous with classic horror franchises like Silent Hill. For new generations, the PS1 may be perceived merely as a relic of morbid gaming experiences, largely
As fans eagerly await the expansion of “Factorio”, developers at Wube Software have barely scratched the surface of what’s next for them. During a recent promotional wrap-up about the “Factorio Space Age” expansion, Wube subtly acknowledged the brewing curiosity surrounding their forthcoming title. Notably, they revealed that “World of Warcraft” has sparked some inspiration as