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January 12, 2026

AU Deals: Today’s Best Value Game Deals on Console and PC Hunted Down for You

Assassin's Creed Chronicles India celebrates its tenth anniversary, while Lost Planet turns 18. Discounts for Nintendo Switch include: - Crisis Core: FF7 Reunion (-45%) - Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (-35%) - Diablo III Eternal Collection (-27%) - Hot Wheels Unleashed (-85%) - This War of Mine Complete Edition (-90%) Discounts for Xbox include: - Assassin's Creed Mirage (-69%) - Persona 5 Royal (-51%) - Star Wars Jedi Survivor (-63%) - Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate (-32%) - Star Wars Squadrons (-38%) - For Xbox One: Dishonored 2 (-77%), Spyro Reignited Trilogy (-37%), Diablo III Eternal Collection (-59%) Discounts for PlayStation include: - Ghost of Yotei (-13%) - Spider-Man: Miles Morales (-48%) - Elden Ring (-53%) - Returnal (-43%) - Tekken 8 (-45%) - For PS4: BioShock Collection (-57%), Persona 5 Strikers (-58%), Batman: Arkham Collection (-90%) Discounts for PC include: - Pacific Drive (-60%) - South Park: The Fractured but Whole (-70%) - SteamWorld Dig 2 (-94%) - A Plague Tale: Innocence (-80%) - Little Nightmares Complete Edition (-75%) LEGO deals include: - Minecraft: The Creeper (-29%) - 3in1 Wild Animals Panda (-35%) - V-19 Torrent Starfighter (-30%) - Balrog Book Nook (-25%)

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December 21, 2025

Dishonored co-creator says it was ‘a shock’ when Microsoft closed Arkane Austin after Redfall’s release: ‘We were working on something really cool’

Arkane Austin has closed, a decision that has impacted the gaming community, particularly fans of its legacy. The studio was known for innovative titles like Dishonored (2012) and Prey (2017). Former director Harvey Smith expressed sadness over the closure, especially for newer team members. He reflected on the studio's efforts to improve Redfall post-launch and acknowledged Microsoft's support in finalizing a significant patch. Smith hinted at unfulfilled projects, including a potential Blade Runner game and a shelved Thief game. The closure reflects a broader trend in the gaming industry, marking a decline in immersive sims since the 2010s, although there are upcoming titles that may revive interest in the genre.

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December 19, 2025

The best deals in the 2025 Steam Winter Sale

The Steam Winter Sale features a selection of games at all-time low prices, including newly released titles from 2025 and recommended favorites. The sale includes discounts on various genres, with guides available for RPGs, FPS games, strategy games, and survival games. Notable games and their prices during the sale include: - Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - .99 (-50%) - Balatro - .74 (-15%) - Baldur's Gate 3 - .99 (-25%) - Elden Ring - .99 (-35%) - Valheim - .99 (-50%) - Death Stranding: Director's Cut - .99 (-60%) - Disco Elysium - .99 (-90%) - Into the Breach - .49 (-70%) - Divinity: Original Sin 2 - .99 (-75%) - Dishonored 2 - .99 (-80%) - Metal Gear Solid 5: Definitive Experience - .99 A Steam sale calendar is available for tracking upcoming sales.

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November 25, 2025

Chinese Room co-founder wanted Paradox to drop the ‘Bloodlines 2’ name, because “no one would be happy” with the final game

Many players are disappointed with Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 due to performance issues, a lack of meaningful stakes, and disengaging RPG systems. The sequel does not maintain continuity with the original game, offering only scattered lore snippets. Dan Pinchbeck, co-founder of The Chinese Room, revealed that he advocated for a title change during development discussions with Paradox to reduce comparisons with the original game. He aimed to take over the development of Bloodlines 2 but noted the team wanted to infuse their own storytelling rather than simply finish Hardsuit Labs' work. Pinchbeck recognized the challenges of creating a true sequel within time and budget constraints and suggested aiming for a focused experience similar to Dishonored. He acknowledged the complexities of collaborative game development and the enduring legacy of the original Bloodlines game, which continues to overshadow its sequel.

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November 17, 2025

The Blood of Dawnwalker’s latest gameplay trailer starts out looking like a Witcher spinoff, then the main character starts walking on walls

The Blood of Dawnwalker is a new vampire RPG developed by former CD Projekt Red developers, featuring a protagonist named Coen, a junior vampire cadet. The game showcases a medieval cityscape reminiscent of Novigrad and includes a parry combat system similar to Sekiro, with dismemberment kills. Coen's abilities change between day and night, allowing for different gameplay mechanics and quest paths. The game emphasizes stealth and agility, enabling players to bypass confrontations and alter the story by eliminating key characters early. Players can add the game to their Steam wishlists, with a full release expected next year.

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October 21, 2025

RPGs make up more than 30% of PC Gamer’s Top 100, so clearly we’ve settled on a favourite genre

This week, the annual Top 100 games list was unveiled, created by over 30 writers and editors through extensive discussions and debates. The list features 31 RPGs, with six in the top 10, including Baldur's Gate 3, Disco Elysium, The Witcher 3, Crusader Kings 3, Caves of Qud, and Elden Ring. The RPG genre showcases remarkable diversity, encompassing classic CRPGs, ARPGs, JRPGs, roguelikes, soul-likes, immersive sims, deck builders, and unique titles like one featuring a flawed cop with a chatty necktie. RPGs offer players agency through character builds and exploration, distinguishing them from passive entertainment. Notably, no MMORPGs are included in this year's list, indicating a shift towards games that do not require constant attention, as seen with the inclusion of Diablo 2 but not Diablo 4. This reflects a broader gamer sentiment for meaningful engagement without ongoing commitments.

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September 30, 2025

The best deals in the 2025 Steam Autumn Sale

This year's Steam Autumn Sale has started earlier than in previous years, allowing for a longer gap before the Steam Winter Sale. The sale features games at all-time low prices, including newly released titles from this year, with discounts typically around 20%, and some larger reductions like Doom: The Dark Ages at 33% off and Assassin's Creed Shadows at 40% off. The sale also highlights popular games from 2024 and a collection of Game of the Year winners from the past decade, with some prices remaining stable or increasing since the Summer Sale. Notable prices include Baldur's Gate 3 at .99 (25% off), Valheim at .99 (50% off), and Disco Elysium at .99 (75% off).

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September 8, 2025

Dishonored ‘sounded a little bit ridiculous’ in the beginning, but came together with the help of the Sweeney Todd musical

Lackrow Boulevard in Dunwall is home to The Black Friar hotel, which is associated with the Hatters Gang. At number 131, AudioLog produces audiograph players that capture and replay spoken words through punchcards, preserving the thoughts of various characters. Austin Grossman, a significant figure in the gaming industry, is the creator of the audiograph. He contributed to influential games like System Shock and Deus Ex and wrote the novel You, reflecting on his experiences at Looking Glass Studios. Grossman praised Dishonored 2 for its dual protagonist system and the transition from Dunwall to Serkonos. He expressed a desire to explore more islands in the Dishonored universe and suggested that the series could benefit from a lighter tone. He also noted that the island in Deathloop is part of the Dishonored universe, set in a distant future, and highlighted the narrative design differences between the two games. Grossman believes that the emotional depth of the stories distinguishes them from other titles like Prey. He considers writing for the Dishonored series a privilege and acknowledges the unpredictable nature of success in the gaming industry.

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August 14, 2025

If “good is the new bad” in games, flawed experiments won’t have time to grow into future GOTYs

The BioShock series is experiencing significant narrative revisions for BioShock 4 following an internal review, as noted by Take-Two's CEO, Strauss Zelnick, who highlighted the industry's shift towards higher standards in gaming. Players now expect exceptional experiences, with the phrase "good is the new bad" reflecting the competitive market where only remarkable titles succeed. The gaming industry has historically benefited from innovative yet imperfect games, like Divine Divinity, which eventually led to the success of Baldur's Gate 3. The current trend towards polished games may hinder creativity and limit the development of new genres, as the industry thrives on iteration and experimentation.

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August 7, 2025

The Best & Biggest Deals From QuakeCon 2025’s Big Steam Sale

QuakeCon 2023 will take place in Grapevine, Texas, from August 7 to August 10. Bethesda and id Software are hosting a QuakeCon sale on Steam that started earlier this week and will run until August 13, featuring discounts on various PC titles. Some of the games included in the sale are The Elder Scrolls Online, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Doom Eternal, Wolfenstein: The New Order, Fallout 4: GOTY, and the Quake Collection.