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November 23, 2025

It’s a shame HoYoverse’s new game is sporting offensively cheap-looking character models because everything else has me sold on its paranormal cop mystery

HoYoverse has announced a new game titled Varsapura, which follows their previous projects, Petite Planet and Nexus Anima. The game features a narrative centered around a paranormal government agency dealing with a harmful black substance. Character designs have received criticism for their plasticky look, contrasting with the game's realistic aesthetic inspired by Singapore. Varsapura includes engaging gameplay mechanics, such as a combat system similar to Zenless Zone Zero, allowing character swaps and dynamic attacks. The protagonist uses a whimsical umbrella as a weapon, while a secondary character, Sayuki, wields paperwork. The gameplay incorporates stealth elements and features a small police vehicle for transportation. Despite some concerns about character models, Varsapura offers a mix of creativity, light horror elements, and a richly designed world.

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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 19, 2025

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is already at half the lifetime sales of the original cult classic, and if Capcom wants more, it should give us a Dark Arisen-style expansion

As of early November, Capcom's Dragon's Dogma 2 has sold over four million copies. The game has reached this milestone in a year and a half, halfway to matching the lifetime sales of its predecessor, which took over a decade to achieve similar figures. Dragon's Dogma 2 has received "Mixed" reviews on Steam due to performance issues, including crashes and frame rate problems. The game has only received two minor updates this year, addressing six bugs.

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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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November 14, 2025

NCSOFT And Guerilla Games Are Making A ‘Horizon’ MMO For Mobile And PC

NCSOFT announced a collaboration with Sony's Guerilla Games to develop a mobile MMORPG titled Horizon Steel Frontiers, which will also be available on PC but not on PlayStation 5. The game showcases high visual fidelity and is set in the Horizon universe, featuring diverse regions, tribes, and factions. While it aims to provide an engaging experience reminiscent of titles like Monster Hunter, its mobile nature is evident. Guerilla Games and PlayStation are also reportedly working on a new mainline entry in the Horizon series, though details are limited.

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October 24, 2025

The Outer Worlds 2 review

The Outer Worlds 2 is set to be released on October 29, 2025, priced at in the U.S. and £60 in the U.K. It is published by Xbox and developed by Obsidian Entertainment, exclusively as a single-player experience with no multiplayer options or Steam Deck support. The game features a streamlined RPG system with personalized character creation, including positive and negative traits, backgrounds, and tagged skills. Companions have unique personalities and story arcs, influencing interactions based on player choices. Combat mechanics are similar to Fallout 4, with satisfying firearms feedback but less precise melee combat. Some technical issues, such as companions glitching and unexpected enemy aggro, have been noted.

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October 21, 2025

Ninja Gaiden 4

The Ninja Gaiden series has not released a mainline title for over a decade, but Koei Tecmo announced that Ninja Gaiden 4 is in development by Platinum Games, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S for .99. The game features a new protagonist, Yakumo, alongside Ryu Hayabusa, as they attempt to defeat the Dark Dragon, which threatens Tokyo. The narrative is considered weak, serving mainly as a backdrop for combat. Ninja Gaiden 4 adopts a more streamlined gameplay approach compared to its predecessors, with a simplified combo system that may appeal to newcomers but disappoint longtime fans. New mechanics include the Bloodraven Form, a parry system, and a Berserk state, enhancing combat but requiring careful management. Ryu Hayabusa's role is diminished, with his gameplay feeling repetitive. The game offers high replay value with unlockable challenge modes and new gear. Minimum system requirements include an AMD Ryzen 5 3400G or Intel i5-8400 CPU, an AMD Radeon RX 590 or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 100GB of storage, while recommended specs suggest an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel i5-10400 CPU and an AMD Radeon RX 5700XT or Nvidia RTX 2600 Super GPU. The game runs smoothly at 60fps and 1440p, is compatible with various controllers, and is verified for Steam Deck.

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October 13, 2025

Over 100,000 people have tried this grimdark XCOM-like, and its demo just got a major update

Menace, a turn-based strategy game inspired by grimdark themes, has attracted over 100,000 players to its free demo, which has received 600 reviews and a 'very positive' rating on Steam. Developer Overhype Studios is releasing a substantial update during Steam Next Fest, including balance changes and an expansion of playable content. The update will introduce ten new missions titled Thwart Invasion, along with additional weapons and walkers. The official release of the game is scheduled for February 5, 2026.

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October 10, 2025

After 5 years of stunning trailers, Skate Story is finally releasing in December, and its demo is so good it’s immediately a GOTY contender

Skate Story is a video game set to launch on December 8, featuring a narrative where players, as a demon made of glass and pain, embark on a quest to "eat the Moon." The game showcases stunning visuals with a vaporwave aesthetic, blending marble columns and Greek statuary in surreal dreamscapes. It utilizes 3D graphics to create an enchanting world, with gameplay mechanics focused on weight and momentum for thrilling skating experiences. Players navigate grindable terrain and obstacles made of hell glass, with a forgiving respawn system that allows quick returns to action. The game has gained significant anticipation and is considered a strong contender for Game of the Year, with a demo available on Steam.

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October 4, 2025

New indie ARPG feels like old-school Diablo with Dark Souls multiplayer, and you can try it free right now

Fractured Worlds, developed by Laser Guided Games, is an action role-playing game (ARPG) that integrates innovative multiplayer elements, allowing players to interact in unique ways as they traverse broken realms. Players can share their worlds through 'map shards' and engage in cooperative instances with monster modifiers. The game features a flexible combat and progression system, enabling players to respec easily and experiment with various weapon types. It includes diverse environments and boss battles, with a public playtest currently live until October 9, 2023. The full game is expected to launch in early 2026, and players can join the playtest for free via Steam or the Epic Games Store.