A long time ago, developers Double Fine burst onto the scene with the flop that was Psychonauts, following this up with the equally floppy Brütal Legend. Of course, Psychonauts became a cult classic, and I enjoyed Jack Black's Musical Strategy more than most. However, these efforts resulted in Double Fine spending a few years creating smaller titles before the massive Kickstarter success of Broken Age, followed by Psychonauts 2's success on the Fig crowdfunding network, and the acquisition by Microsoft. This brings us to Keeper, their first game in four years. So with that long introduction out of the way, […]

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It's been over six and a half years since the original announcement of Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2. Fans had been clamoring for a sequel for years; even though the 2004 action RPG developed by Troika Games was commercially unsuccessful, mainly due to launch bugs and being squeezed in what we have called gaming's greatest month ever, leading to the closure of Troika, Bloodlines eventually gained a cult following and was rightfully recognized as an excellent roleplaying game. The developer picked by publisher Paradox, Hardsuit Labs, had no RPGs in their track record. However, they had enlisted Brian Mitsoda, […]

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It's been three years since the AMD AM5 motherboard platform and the 600-series motherboards launched. Since its launch, the platform has seen the launch of several CPUs in the Ryzen 7000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 9000 families. While the 600-series motherboards provide great features & compatibility with newer Zen 5 CPUs, motherboard makers are always looking to enhance user experiences through the latest technologies, so AMD has introduced a new chipset line called the 800-series. Now, AMD has introduced both X870 and B850 series chipsets for high-end and mainstream AM5 motherboards. Both of these chips provide brand-new designs and brand-new […]

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GMKtec has been making Mini PCs for years now. They are based out of the technology hub of Shenzen, China, and have maintained strategic partnerships with AMD, Intel & Microsoft, and currently offer a wide array of solutions, all the way from entry-level to enthusiast-grade designs based on mobility chips from AMD & Intel. While we have looked at several of GMKtec Mini PC options in the past, ranging from AMD & Intel CPUs, the company has introduced a new Intel model recently, the K12 NucBox, which features an AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 CPU along with solid IO interfaces, […]

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Before I sat down in front of a television set with a controller in my hand to play a video game, I played games inches away from my face while squeezing my Game Boy for hours on end. There's many a childhood photo of me with my face buried in a handheld device, with a personal favourite being one where I'm deep into my Game Boy Advance SP on a beach. Those handheld beginnings and the handheld-focused gaming upbringing I had make me, in theory, one of the many who would get a lot of use out of a device […]

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MSI's gaming monitor lineup has seen various additions in the past couple of years, with designs that cater to all kinds of gamers. These monitors come in four different tiers, from the high-end MEG series to the gaming-minded MPG series, the entry-level MAG series & the budget G-Series. The company has a vast array of options in 24, 25, 27, 32, 34, 40, and 49" options and a total of 17 models within its OLED lineup, which range from 27, 32, 34, and 49" options. The company recently refreshed its QD-OLED lineup with new options that come with improved panels, […]

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Corsair's gaming equipment is one of the leading ones out there, not just in terms of the experience they bring onboard, but the manufacturer is a primary adopter for newer standards in the peripheral segment, which is why their newest Vanguard Pro 96 is a keyboard that I wasn't expecting at all. While this is one of the first times I have reviewed a Corsair keyboard, there's no doubt that the Vanguard Pro 96 stands out in several aspects, which we'll discuss in depth ahead. Corsair Vanguard Pro 96: Wired Connectivity, Amazing Typing Experience & an Elegant Design Corsair's Vanguard […]

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The Little Nightmares franchise has been a bit of a surprise hit, moving over 20 million units to date, so it’s not surprising that publisher Bandai Namco has opted to continue on with a third entry even though series creators Tarsier Studios has decided to move on. Little Nightmares III instead comes to us from the horror specialists at Supermassive Games, who have made a clear effort to recreate the look and feel of previous entries in the series.   Is Little Nightmares III a successful continuation of the franchise? Or is it time to wake from this recurring dream? […]

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Battlefield 6 has a lot on its shoulders. EA put the effort of four studios together under the Battlefield Studios banner (Motive, Criterion, Ripple Effect, and DICE) to try and get a win for the series after the overall loss that was Battlefield 2042. As of last week, it has to try to get people to forget that, in a year's time, EA will likely be a very different company under its new ownership, despite what chief executive officer Andrew Wilson might claim. It also has to try to compete with an annual franchise that makes up for nearly half […]

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Razer’s expertise in delivering high-performance gaming peripherals is evident in the BlackShark V3 Pro for Xbox, introduced back in July of this year. Priced at $269.99, it’s a premium option compared to the less expensive BlackShark V3, designed with Xbox-specific features like green-stitched earcups and seamless integration with Xbox Series X|S. Notably, this Xbox model also supports PlayStation consoles, unlike the PlayStation version, making it the ideal choice for gamers with both platforms. After extensive testing in titles like Halo Infinite and Forza Horizon, the headset delivers reliable, high-quality audio tailored for competitive and immersive gaming. Design The BlackShark V3 […]

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It's been three years since the AMD AM5 motherboard platform and the 600-series motherboards launched. Since its launch, the platform has seen the launch of several CPUs in the Ryzen 7000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 9000 families. While the 600-series motherboards provide great features & compatibility with newer Zen 5 CPUs, motherboard makers are always looking to enhance user experiences through the latest technologies, so AMD has introduced a new chipset line called the 800-series. Now, AMD has introduced both X870 and B850 series chipsets for high-end and mainstream AM5 motherboards. Both of these chips provide brand-new designs and brand-new […]

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SSD manufacturers are emerging in the market with great frequency these days, giving mainstream competitors like Crucial, TeamGroup, and Samsung a run for their money by providing decent value and performance as well. Similarly, a newer vendor, 'GiGimundo,' which was previously active on retail platforms, approached us with one of their popular offerings, the GS5 PCIe Gen 4.0 storage drive, and here's an extensive review. When I first looked up the company's name on Google, I saw that the manufacturer doesn't entirely specialize in storage products; rather, it has diversified into portable drives, USB hubs, and other accessories. It's safe […]

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iBuyPower is mostly known for its pre-built systems and is one of the most popular system integrators in the world. The company has recently started diving into peripherals as well, and has a couple of gaming peripherals in its arsenal, including mice and keyboards, officially announcing its entry into the peripheral market. However, there are currently three keyboards available on the official iBuyPower store: MEK 4, MK9 RGB, and the MK9 Pro RGB. The MK9 Pro RGB is its latest offering, delivering a 96% form-factor and positioned in the budget segment. I have been using it for a couple of […]

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Redragon is one of the peripheral vendors out there that caters to the budget segment of the market, and their offerings are seen as a great value in terms of the quality and performance they bring to the table. The K719 PRO wireless keyboard is one of the more solid options from the company, which utilizes linear mint switches, features a dedicated TFT screen, and, more interestingly, comes with a great design language, so let's dive into the review. Redragon K719 PRO Wireless Gaming Keyboard: Tri-Mode Connectivity With Decent Typing Experience Before we dive into the hands-on review, let's discuss […]

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Sucker Punch's eleventh game since its foundation, Ghost of Yōtei, launches in a week on PlayStation 5. It's been well over five years since the launch of Ghost of Tsushima, the longest time span between Sucker Punch games in the studio's history, but that's no big surprise considering that the development of triple-A games continues to get longer and more challenging. Make no mistake: Ghost of Yōtei is absolutely a triple-A game at its core, and it couldn't be any different given the enormous success of its predecessor (which I loved, as you might recall). Ghost of Tsushima wasn't just […]

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When indie developer Supergiant released the first Hades game out of early access in 2020, it was nothing short of a masterpiece. An excellently crafted game that elevated rougelikes by weaving the storytelling and gameplay together in stronger and better ways than we'd previously seen in the genre. It's a tightly made game, with incredible and twitchy action, a stunning visual language with evocative character and environmental design, and a wonderful score. It's very well written with strong voice performances to match, and above all else, it is an absolute blast. It was my personal pick for GOTY in 2020 […]

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Despite having been released almost thirty years ago, Final Fantasy Tactics is still remembered as one of the best tactical role-playing games ever released and one of the finest entries in the Square Enix series, thanks to its incredible story, deep gameplay, and the most refined iteration of the series’ Job system, which grants it excellent replayability. I played through the original and the War of the Lions PSP release dozens of times, testing countless strategies, experimenting with wild Job combinations, and finding unusual ways to play—all while continuing to enjoy Ramza's journey through a war-torn land and Delita's efforts […]

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At a time when the horror genre was thriving, KONAMI’s continued neglect of the Silent Hill series was baffling. While Resident Evil reclaimed its place as one of the greatest survival-horror franchises with its seventh entry and successful remakes, and new IPs blossomed, one of the genre’s cornerstones remained dormant. With KONAMI showing little interest in reviving its legacy franchises, it often felt like we’d never return to that fog-shrouded town. Thankfully, that wasn’t the case: last year, Bloober Team’s excellent Silent Hill 2 remake brought the series back to life. Besides remaking older entries in the series, KONAMI's plans […]

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GMKtec has been making Mini PCs for years now. They are based out of the technology hub of Shenzen, China, and have maintained strategic partnerships with AMD, Intel & Microsoft, and currently offer a wide array of solutions, all the way from entry-level to enthusiast-grade designs based on mobility chips from AMD & Intel. The latest offering from GMKtek that targets high-end users is the Evo X2, a small form factor design that is equipped with AMD's most powerful SoC to date, the Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 (internally codenamed Strix Halo). This SoC takes everything we know about Strix "Ryzen […]

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When I was jumping into Techland's Dying Light: The Beast, it wasn't for the third time since the first title's release in 2015. It was for my very first, and like an amateur parkourer trying to jump across one roof to another for the first time, I was cautiously enthusiastic. Aware that this could go horribly wrong, or be an amazing thrill. Thankfully, after fearing I would suffer the former in my early hours, my time with it leaned closer to the latter thanks to its survival elements and the two tried-and-true pillars of the series. I began to understand […]

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Sonic may not need a car to get around, but a hedgehog has to rest his feet from time to time, and Sega's mascot has amassed a fairly hearty collection of racing games over the years. While most of these racers have struggled to escape the shadow of a certain mustachioed rival's racing efforts, a few have managed to stand on their own and carve out respectable fanbases. Now, only a few months after the big release of Mario Kart World, the blue guy is also hitting the asphalt again in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. Is this one of Sonic's more […]

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It's been two years since the launch of the AMD AM5 motherboard platform and the 600-series motherboards. Since its launch, the platform has seen the launch of several CPUs in the Ryzen 7000, Ryzen 8000, and Ryzen 9000 families. While the 600-series motherboards provide great features & compatibility with newer Zen 5 CPUs, motherboard makers are always looking to enhance user experiences through the latest technologies, which is why AMD has introduced a new chipset line called the 800-series. The first wave of AMD 800-series motherboards (X870E & X870) hit shelves last year with the Ryzen 9000 series, & these […]

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The first time I used an EasySMX controller, it was the EasySMX X05, which offered tri-mode connectivity, buttery smooth joysticks, and a solid build quality for just $30. The company makes dedicated controllers for consoles as well, and has recently launched the S10 controller for Switch 2. It's the first dedicated Switch 2 controller by the company and design-wise, looks somewhat different from its previous Switch offerings. The EasySMX S10 isn't just made for Switch 2, but can work with a variety of platforms, including PC and mobile devices with iOS and Android OS. This is essential since most controllers […]

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The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 is the second fastest graphics card in the "Blackwell" lineup, and features solid performance. The card launched at $999 US, but since launch, we have seen the price hover above the MSRP with premium models retailing close to the $1500 US figure. This is 4090 territory, and while the previous flagship doesn't support DLSS 4 MFG besides the Blackwell enhancements, it is still a potent offering, making the 5080 slightly more difficult to recommend based on its perf/$. Despite that, those of you who want a new Blackwell enthusiast-grade card without spending over $2000 US […]

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