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November 30, 2025

If The Last of Us hasn’t broken your heart yet, grab it at half price in the Black Friday sales

Fanatical is offering a 56% discount on The Last of Us Part 1, reducing the price from £49.99 to £22.24. This deal is available until Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025. The game features a narrative centered on the evolving relationship between Joel and Ellie in a post-apocalyptic world, exploring themes of love, redemption, and trust.

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November 29, 2025

Great news: Yakuza Kiwami 3 will let you improve Kiryu’s ‘Daddy Rank’

Yakuza Kiwami 3 will feature new elements such as minigames, a new market, and a feature called "Drink Links." A notable addition is "Daddy Rank," which allows players to explore Kazuma Kiryu's role as a caretaker at an orphanage, showcasing his character development. Kiryu will face housekeeping challenges and cook for the children, unlocking new stories. Players can engage in various minigames like sewing and bug-catching while managing the orphanage. The market will allow players to sell their creations. Additionally, the bonus game Dark Ties will involve navigating side-stories and influencing the character development of Tsuyoshi Kanda.

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November 23, 2025

Borderlands 4’s new, free DLC hasn’t moved the needle at all, and I think I know why

Gearbox released a free DLC for Borderlands 4 titled 'How Rush Saved Mercenary Day,' which includes a new boss fight, legendary loot, cosmetics, and story missions. The game's peak concurrent users on Steam this week was 15,887, unchanged from the previous week and down from earlier this month. Despite improvements over its predecessor, player engagement has declined, with many players feeling a lack of motivation to return. The DLC is perceived as a lighter addition, and Gearbox's promotion of it has been insufficient. Players who purchased the deluxe edition will receive an additional bounty pack. Performance issues on lower-end PCs further deter players. Upcoming content, including a full Story Pack DLC featuring Mad Ellie and a new Vault Hunter, C4SH, is anticipated to boost interest.

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November 23, 2025

Why I love Injustice 2’s story mode

Injustice 2 features a darker narrative where Superman has established a regime called The Regime after the death of Lois Lane at the hands of the Joker, leading to Batman's rebellion. Superman is imprisoned for his actions, and characters like Green Arrow and Gorilla Grodd experience significant changes. Green Lantern transforms into a Red Lantern due to regret over his past choices. While the game showcases various characters effectively, Wonder Woman is given a lesser role. Swamp Thing emerges as a strong contender in battles due to his unique abilities and connection to nature.

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November 10, 2025

‘He was scared s***less’: Baldur’s Gate director was so panicked after playing Final Fantasy 7 that it changed the entire shape of Baldur’s Gate 2 (and nearly every RPG since)

Final Fantasy 7 significantly influenced the development of Baldur's Gate 2, as revealed by Trent Oster, CEO of Beamdog. The success of Final Fantasy 7 inspired BG2's director, James Ohlen, leading to a more intricate game structure and deeper character development. In contrast to the original Baldur's Gate, where characters felt replaceable, BG2 introduced complex plotlines for companions, fostering emotional connections similar to those in Final Fantasy 7. This evolution laid the groundwork for loyalty missions in future RPGs like Mass Effect 2. Additionally, BG2 featured a dynamic experience with diverse environments, moving away from the monotonous landscapes of its predecessor. Oster emphasized the lasting impact of Square's innovations on BioWare's design philosophy.

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November 7, 2025

The objectively 13th best game you can play right now is free to play until November 10, so you’re officially out of excuses buddy

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 offers players a free access period until 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT / 7 pm CET on November 10. The game has been recognized on PC Gamer's top 100 list and has received positive reviews from writers such as Sean Martin, who praised its combat mechanics, character development, and meaningful choices, as well as the developers' commitment to an authentic historical setting. The author's gameplay experience lasted over 70 hours, expressing a desire for more exploration within the game.

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November 6, 2025

Barring a new Baldur’s Gate, my most anticipated D&D game just narrowed down its launch window, so get planning your class

Solasta 2 is set to enter early access in the first quarter of 2026, specifically between January 1 and March 31. The game will feature over ten hours of gameplay, a maximum level cap of four, and will allow players to create a full party using the character creator. On launch day, six classes (Wizard, Sorcerer, Paladin, Fighter, Rogue, and Cleric) and four ancestries (Human, Elf, Dwarf, and Halfling) will be available, with multiclassing options. Tactical Adventures plans to expand the class roster to include all classic tabletop classes by the full 1.0 launch. Co-op multiplayer functionality will also be introduced during early access. The game will retain the 'ready action' mechanic from the original Solasta, and a supporter pack with optional cosmetic items will be available at launch. A free demo is accessible for players to experience the game ahead of its release.

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November 4, 2025

We need to commit—it’s time crunchy, complicated RPGs made their mainstream comeback for good

The Dragon Age series has transitioned from classic RPG mechanics to a third-person action experience with RPG elements. Industry veterans, including David Gaider, suggest that simplifying gameplay mechanics is necessary to appeal to a broader audience, but recent successes indicate a significant market for complex systems. Baldur's Gate 3 has gained popularity by offering depth and intricate mechanics, while Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 provides a rewarding sense of progression through granular systems. Even action-oriented titles like Borderlands 4 maintain complexity, suggesting an appetite for depth in gaming. Obsidian Entertainment's The Outer Worlds 2 has received mixed reactions regarding its character builds, highlighting player value in meaningful choices. There is a desire for more robust RPG foundations in games like Avowed, which primarily focus on combat. The success of titles like Baldur's Gate 3 challenges the assumption that simplicity is key to broader appeal, indicating that players are ready for rich, intricate RPG experiences. Developers are encouraged to embrace complexity and consider difficulty settings to cater to varying player preferences.

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November 2, 2025

Promising Genshin Impact rival makes huge changes for new beta, but the photo mode excites me more than its extra region

Arknights Endfield will adopt a more dynamic action-oriented gameplay style, inspired by games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. A second beta phase, called Best Test 2, will feature a reworked storyline, new cutscenes, and a new region named Wuling. The beta will introduce nine new characters, including three six-star characters: Ardelia, Late Rite, and Pogranichnik. The game will support cross-platform play and include a Photo Mode. The beta starts on November 28, and there will be a server wipe, meaning no progress will carry over to the final release. Players can participate by completing a survey to demonstrate their interest. An updated voice cast list and in-game bonus codes will also be available.

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October 30, 2025

Forgotten PS5, PC Game Lost Soul Aside Still Being Patched and Optimised

After its launch in August 2025, the game Lost Soul Aside received disappointing reviews, resulting in decreased discussions about it. UltiZero Games has released a new update for PS5 and PC to fix bugs and optimize gameplay. The game was reviewed with a score of 6 out of 10, praised for its design and combat but criticized for its narrative and performance issues. The update includes the following bug fixes: - Resolved a softlock issue in Chapter 2. - Addressed a saving issue for specific weapons. - Fixed a fall-through issue in Chapter 4. - Corrected problems with energy collection mini-games in Chapter 4. - Addressed loading issues in the Harbour area. - Fixed repeated dialogue lines in Chapter 4. - Restored missing sound effects for Kaser’s ability. - Implemented various other bug fixes. The update also includes optimizations: - Refined interaction logic with Liana. - Introduced an auto camera rotation toggle option. - Optimized frame rate performance for visual effects in Chapter 3. - Adjusted character gaze direction in Chapter 4. - Enhanced battle sound effects.