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Quick Links The world ofStalker 2: Heart of Chornobylis a dramatic one full of horrible creatures, confusing anomalies, and people who are trying to survive both to make a living. Everyone is in The Zone for a reason; some are rather simple, while plenty more are a mystery even to the people themselves. One faction that has shown up in multiple Stalker games now is The Ward. While they show their faces often in the series,and in The Zone, it can be difficult to get a read on them....

I really enjoyedPhantom Liberty. While I’m aware of its glaring faults and troubled history, in the years since its release I’ve found it hard not to supportCyberpunk 2077. While it doesn’t have the bite I’d want from the titular genre, that didn’t stop me from falling in love with its cast of characters or wanting to spend dozens of hours getting lost in Night City. The expansion that launched last year felt likeCD Projekt Redwas tying a neat bow on itslong and arduous redemption arc, especially with confirmation of noPS5 Pro support, yet it still keeps releasing new updates and patches....

I enjoyedUncharted 4when I first played it, but I was a little bummed that the Neil Druckmann and Bruce Straley-helmed entry left some of the things I enjoyed most about the series behind. It moved on from the series' supernatural elements entirely, and as someone who loved the weird little goblin guys from the first game, I was disappointed. No one else was disappointed by this. I was also disappointed that the series went in the direction of more grounded set pieces....

Summary Throw your mind back to 2021, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, when we all fell head over heels forUnpacking, an indie puzzle game from developer Witch Beam about moving into your new home. It was a runaway hit, so inevitably, copycats are trying to cash in on its success. As first pointed out byDaniel Vuckovic, you can find an unofficial “Deluxe Edition” on the Nintendo eShop, but there’s also a slew of fake add-ons like a chill music pack and new chapters bundle....

Summary So, you’ve conqueredSniper Elite: Resistance? Big sniper energy. But before you hang up your rifle and retire to brag about your kill cam highlights, there’s still plenty left to do. Think you’re ready for harder modes, challenges, or multiplayer showdowns? Or maybe you just want to prove you’re the ultimate marksman by snagging every achievement. Whatever is calling your name, this game isn’t done with you yet. Let’s dive back in because finished is a word for quitters, and you’re not one of those… right?...

Quick Links Sword Art Online: Fractured Daydreamis a game that attracts fans of the anime while also being appealing even if you haven’t played the other games. While the mechanics might seem complex at first, the game becomes fluid once you get used to them. One of the recurring elements across most maps is treasure chests. These chests are divided into three types: Bronze, Silver, and Gold. From these chests, you may find mods, items, and healing spheres....

Predicting the imminent doom ofDestiny 2might be the biggest cliche its players participate in (that or complaining about Crucible). Every expansion has represented a ‘make or break’ moment for the future of the franchise going all the way back to Forsaken in 2018. Every yearBungiehas something to prove, something to fix, and has to find a way to keep its outrageously expensive juggernaut successful and popular. Games likeFortniteseem too big to fail, Destiny has always felt too big to succeed....

Summary After the incredible success ofMarvel’s Spider-Manand its Miles Morales spin-off, Insomniac announced a newWolverinegame in 2021. We haven’t seen anything of it since that initial CG trailer, butthe studio was victim to a historical hack in 2023that revealed key story and gameplay details, from Jean Grey toreal-time damage and regeneration. More discoveries only continue to be made in 2025 as fans dig through the files further, and only two days ago, u/Illustrious-Sign3015 shared screenshots of four Wolverine costumes, giving us our best look at the skins yet....

I don’t use myXboxas much as I should, especially considering I shell out the best part of 15 quid a month forGame Pass. It’s a cosy RPG machine, for those times when I need the comfort of my sofa and some ‘switch off’ gaming. Because of this, sometimes I go a while without switching it on and loading up a game. Let’s face it, I’m a PC gamer at heart (and I do get some use out of my Ultimate sub on PC)....

Summary More than ever, it feels like it’simpossible to play every single game you’re interested in. We’ve just had a month in whichDragon Age: The Veilguard,Metaphor: ReFantazio,Silent Hill 2 Remake,Ys X: Nordics, andSonic x Shadow Generationswere released in quick succession, and unless you’re strapped to some kind of horrible device that makes you play games for 24 hours every day, you’re not getting through all of them. That’s primarily because several of those games are absolutely huge,with Metaphor: ReFantazio setting you back a good one hundred hours by itself....

Summary Although it might feel like it was recently, 2005 was almost 20 years ago. The first years of the new century saw the popularity of zombie games, as their switch from arcades to consoles was followed by a spearheaded rise in fame. This period brought some unique titles that didn’t see sequels, while others became essential parts of famous franchises that still live on today. 20 years later, the undead remain popular, as numerous movies and video games have been made about them....

Quick Links Smite 2has anincredible wealth of characters, or in Smite’s case, Gods, to play as. There’s a lot to learn when it comes to playing each God, building them differently in fresh matches, toggling their God Aspects, learning how toplay different roles(sometimes with the same God), and more. But Smite 2 has more to offer than just the standard MOBA experience. It’s got other game modes, too, many of which shake up the typical formula pretty drastically....

Quick Links Indy’s adventure takes him to Sukhothai after testing the Machu Picchu Stone’s power in the Himalayas. With the Third Reich closing in on you inIndiana Jones and the Great Circle, there’s little time to waste. While the main story here is short-lived, the humid forests and murky swamps hold plenty of side content to tackle along the way. Among the highlights are the ever-important Ancient Relics for the Riddles of the Ancients Discovery....