Control Is Today's Free Epic Games Giveaway

Epic Games has been giving away a surprise game every day in the spirit of the holiday season. Yesterday, on Christmas day, we got the eerie and amazing Dredge. However, it seems Epic is going for a one-two punch on Boxing Day by giving away another spectacular game, this time from 2019 –Control. Control, my personal Game of the Year in 2019, established one of the most interesting video game universes till date....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 392 words · Keith Lloyd

Critical Role Teases That A Video Game Is In The Works

Summary Dungeons & Dragonsactual play seriesCritical Rolehas been expanding into new territory over the last few years, namely withthe animated web series The Legend of Vox Machina, but it might go even further with its own dedicated video game. “We’ve been talking about creating a video game since we first started playing together,” Laura Bailey revealed in an interview withRolling Stone. “I would say it’s an active pursuit on our end,” Travis Willingham added....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 297 words · Linda Newman

Dig it Codes

Quick Links Check out theDig it codeslisted here to get free in-game rewards and boosts such as extra cash, which will help you to get in-game items and give you an extra boost once you start this experience. Also remember, theseRobloxcodes have a short lifespan and expire quickly, so redeem them as soon as you find them. Keep in mind that we regularly search for and update these codes, especially after game updates, to ensure you always have access to the latest rewards....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 233 words · William Ferguson

Every Time Snake Was Betrayed In Metal Gear

Summary Metal Gearisn’t just a stealth series: it’s heavy on drama. The series has a reputation for plot twists and double-crosses as its layered characters vie for their own agendas. The ones who get played like a fiddle the most are its leading men: most Metal Gear games end with you finding out that Snake was being used. Whether it’s the once-decorated soldier Big Boss or his protege Solid Snake, one thing is clear: if your codename is Snake, watch out for wolves in sheep’s clothing....

May 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1078 words · Kara Santiago

Game Of The Year 2024 Jerel Levy's Pick

Next Game Of The Year Editor’s Pick, 2024 - Eric Switzer When it comes to Game of the Year discussions, I’m always looking for games that are not only good, but that evolve the genre, creating moments you’ve never seen before and leaving you with something to think about long after its completion. A caliber that’ll really change your perspective and experience. The best games this year have enhanced their genres and left lasting impressions, and some of them are just plain fun....

May 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1167 words · Mitchell Fields

Gyarados Is The Bane Of My Pokemon TCG Pocket Existence

WhichPokemondo you hate the most? For me, it’s Seismitoad. There’s no reason for it to look like that.TheGamer’s Editor-in-Chief Stacey Henley hates Delibird, proving that it’s possible to have a successful career even with completely wrong opinions. I imagine some of you might sayTrubbish(wrong, it’s cute), competitive players might say Incineroar (I get it), and some of you might say something extremely random like Bruxish because it reminds you of your ex (wrong again, great design)....

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 671 words · Edward Richardson

Hands-On With Split Fiction, The New Game From It Takes Two's Hazelight Studios

Five minutes into my meeting with Hazelight Studios founder Josef Fares, I’ve already said some version of “wow” or “that’s so sick” at least a dozen times. Split Fiction, the studio’s follow-up to 2021 TGA Game of the Year winner It Takes Two, wisely sticks with that winning formula, but aims to up the ante at practically every turn. This is It Takes Two with a heaping helping of ‘the power of the PS5’, and if it isn’t one of your most anticipated games of 2025, it should be....

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 651 words · Michele Chavez

Helldivers 2 Story, Explained

Quick Links Greetings citizens of Super Earth, the war inHelldivers 2has taken on a new front and it’s high time more citizens of our galaxy spanning federation joined up. The war has been raging for longer than many can remember but we do know this, democracy requires sacrifice. If you’re new to the warzone and need some pointers on how Super Earth’s ongoing galactic crusade for freedom and democracy got started, then I have all you need....

May 19, 2025 · 11 min · 2248 words · Brittany Norman

Hidden References To Pac-Man In Secret Level's The Circle Episode

Summary Secret Level’sfresh take on Pac-Manwas equal parts terrifying and interesting. It was such a big departure from Pac-Man, in fact, that if you didn’t know any better, you’d swear it had nothing to do with the arcade original at all. However original The Circle was, though, there are still little hints and references to the classic arcade game sprinkled throughout the episode. Some are hidden in plain sight, while others come in the form of spoken dialogue, and others are near invisible unless you’re actively looking for them....

May 19, 2025 · 5 min · 976 words · Michael Pearson

Hideo Kojima Says OD's Filming Was Delayed Over SAG-AFTRA Strike

Summary TwoKojima Productionsgames were affected by theSAG-AFTRAstrikes this year, with casting and filming suspended. As revealed by Hideo Kojima himself, recording forODand casting for Physint were pushed back, as actors in the gaming industry strike for improved protections against generative AI. As spotted byInsider Gaming, Kojima shared this in a tweet earlier today. Here, Kojima recounted the past 12 months in his professional life, giving us this insight into the development of OD, Physint,Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, and other projects that he has in the works....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 305 words · Brandi Carroll DVM

How Long Does It Take To Complete Metro Awakening?

Quick Links The last game in the Metro series was a lengthy open-world shooter. Now that the first virtual reality game in the series,Metro Awakening, has launched, it’s interesting to see it head back to the linear horror roots of Metro 2033. Focusing more on the story and the claustrophobic action does mean it’s not as big a game as Exodus, but how long is it in comparison to other virtual reality games?...

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Dr. Kristi Bond

How To Beat The Infernal Mechteria Blob In Fantasian Neo Dimension

Quick Links In Act 1 ofFantasian Neo Dimension, your excursions to the Vibran Royal Palace are brief. Mainly raiding Cheryl’s bed chambers for her necklace before being swiftly put in prison. Not exactly happy conditions to return. Well they’re not that much happier in Act 2. With Mechteria running rampant across the world, the Vibran Royal Palace isn’t safe either. Upon Cheryl’s request, you head to the capital to check in on it, only to see is taken over by Mechteria....

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 797 words · Andrea Lawrence

How To Build A Charizard And Moltres ex Deck In Pokemon TCG Pocket

Quick Links “Strong Pokemon. Weak Pokemon. That is only the selfish perception of people. Truly skilled trainers should try to win with their favorites.” Karen of the Elite Four had the right idea, but inPokemon TCG Pocket, a lot of people’s favorite Pokemon are also really strong. Charizard has been one of the faces of Pokemon ever since the first games were released, playing second fiddle only to Pikachu in recognizability and product placement....

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 778 words · David Jensen