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March 2, 2026

Resident Evil Requiem is currently Metacritic users’ top-rated game of all time

Resident Evil Requiem has achieved a 9.5 average user score on Metacritic, matching Clair Obscur Expedition 33, and has an average critic score of 88, positioning it as a top contender for Game of the Year. It shares the top spot on the 2026 charts with Mewgenics, both holding an average score of 89 on Opencritic. Requiem is currently ranked number one on Metacritic's 'Best Games by User Score' page, indicating strong public sentiment. The game has received close to 2,500 user reviews, while Expedition 33 has over 24,000. On Steam, it has an 'overwhelmingly positive' user score of 96%, based on 18,000 English-language reviews.

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February 16, 2026

The cozy game boom is the clearest trend on Steam over five years of data

GameDiscoverCo's newsletter analyzes Steam's capsule descriptions, focusing on keywords that help players discover games. They compiled a spreadsheet of the top 1,000 keywords, filtering out common terms. The analysis highlights keywords linked to games with over 0,000 in sales, categorized by year. Notable trends include the rise of "cozy gaming," which surpassed "casual" in 2022, and a 325% increase in the use of "factory" in game summaries, indicating a growing interest in management simulations. The term "adult" also increased by 314%, while keywords like "expand" and "shop" are becoming more common, reflecting changing player interests. The concept of cozy gaming serves as a non-judgmental descriptor for non-violent games and encompasses farm-life simulations, appealing to a broader audience.

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December 29, 2025

Best Optimized PC Games of 2025

In 2025, several well-optimized PC games have gained recognition for their technical performance across various hardware configurations. An optimized PC game efficiently utilizes multiple CPU cores, avoids common pitfalls like limited field of view and poor controls, validates high GPU demands while accommodating older graphics cards, and addresses stuttering issues. Ninja Gaiden 4 is noted for its responsive controls and smooth gameplay across various systems, despite not having cutting-edge visuals. Dynasty Warriors: Origins has shown exceptional performance on PC, overcoming its historical optimization challenges. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 offers broad compatibility and a stutter-free experience, though its visuals do not meet franchise standards. Stellar Blade runs smoothly on a range of systems with impressive graphics and robust controls, maintaining stable performance even with Denuvo protection. ARC Raiders, an Unreal Engine 5 game, has achieved smooth performance without stuttering issues. Dying Light: The Beast provides an open-world experience that runs well on modest GPU power for 1080p gaming. DOOM: The Dark Ages combines stunning visuals with remarkable performance, even during intense action. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 runs smoothly across a wide range of GPUs without significant stuttering. Battlefield 6 is well-optimized and stable without requiring high-end hardware. Atomfall is highlighted as the most optimized rasterized PC game of 2025, achieving 60 FPS at native 4K on Ultra Settings with older GPUs like the NVIDIA RTX 2080 Ti.

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December 28, 2025

A game about giant, helpless teddy bears fleeing a dying world may be a bit on the nose right now, but it’s also my favorite game of 2025

Herdling, developed by Okomotive, is a light puzzle adventure game that focuses on nurturing rather than violence. Players guide a calicorn, a majestic creature, through a world affected by neglect, emphasizing themes of life, hope, and companionship. The gameplay involves herding the calicorns through various landscapes while facing challenges that require strategic thinking. The bond between the player and the calicorns creates a sense of responsibility, and players must navigate obstacles while maintaining the creatures' trust and safety. The game features simple mechanics, artistic design, and atmospheric soundscapes, fostering emotional engagement and empathy.

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December 3, 2025

Just Cause 3 Unlimited Edition Is the Definitive Way to Play the Game on PC

Modder 'Luke JC' has released the Just Cause 3 Unlimited Edition mod, which includes significant gameplay enhancements such as a 50% increase in grapple range, longer auto-align time for the wingsuit camera, a new spawn menu, reintroduced police mechanics, and Bavarium wingsuit rockets functioning like those in Just Cause 4. Rico's movement has improved, eliminating accidental grapple firing midair, allowing better vehicle balance, and enhancing wingsuit speed and control. All main characters can now appear outside missions, and the game world has expanded with Black Hand vehicles and accessible mission-exclusive areas during free roam. Visual enhancements include smoother location transitions, better-rendered trees, and improved performance by increasing the game’s model budget. The mod adds over 200 tweaks, 60 new vehicles, and 25 new weapons, making it a comprehensive update for Just Cause 3. The mod is available for download.

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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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October 15, 2025

Tarkov’s brutal FPS action collides with Dead by Daylight’s horror crossovers in this new extraction shooter

Grey State Studio, a Tencent Games subsidiary, is developing a Lovecraftian extraction shooter titled "Rules of Engagement: The Grey State." The game combines elements from titles like Escape From Tarkov and Hunt: Showdown, incorporating a Dead by Daylight-style approach to horror. Players will take on the role of a Strider, an elite operative, navigating a military secret location filled with grotesque creatures and alien artifacts in PvPvE matches. The game features a 'horrorverse' populated by beings inspired by horror films, literature, and internet creepypasta. An alpha test will showcase four classes: Pyro, Phantom, Sledge, and a secret class. The game is set for a free release in 2026 and is available for wishlisting on Steam.

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October 12, 2025

Battlefield 6: This is what a well-optimised game looks like in 2025

Battlefield 6 prioritizes optimization over cutting-edge graphics, using traditional baked-in lighting instead of ray tracing. The minimum specifications require an RTX 2060 or RX 5600 XT for 1080p gameplay at 30 fps. Initial testing shows strong performance on mid-to-upper-mid range GPUs like the RTX 4070 and RTX 5070 Ti, with frame rates improving significantly during gameplay compared to scripted cutscenes. At 4K Ultra settings, the RTX 5070 Ti averages around 56 fps, while at 1440p, it can reach 251 fps with upscaling. The RTX 4070 achieves 56 fps at 4K Native and over 100 fps at 1440p and 1080p. The updated Frostbite engine ensures stable performance even during intense action, and the sound design enhances the immersive experience. Overall, Battlefield 6 is designed for smooth frame rates, making it accessible for systems that can handle modern games.

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October 7, 2025

Best Black Ops 7 Razor 9mm loadout

The Razor 9mm SMG becomes available to players at level 25 in Black Ops 7. Best BO7 Razor 9mm loadout: - Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor - Barrel: 13″ RL-Genesys Barrel - Underbarrel: Fortify Handstop - Rear Grip: Microdot Recovery Grip - Magazine: Strikeface Extended Clip Best BO7 Razor 9mm class build: - Secondary Weapon: MXR-17 - Melee: Flatline MK. II - Wildcard: Overkill - Field Upgrade: Active Camo - Tactical: Flashbang - Lethal: Semtex - Perk 1: Shadow - Perk 2: Fast Hands - Perk 3: Charge Link - Specialty: Strategist Best Razor 9mm Zombies loadout: - Optic: Redwell 30-S 2x - Muzzle: Monolithic Suppressor - Barrel: 10″ Razor Impact Barrel - Stock Pad: Renegade Pad - Underbarrel: EAM Lightpath Foregrip - Magazine: Zealot 50 Round Mag - Rear Grip: Haste Ribbed Grip - Fire Mods: Bolt Carrier Group

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September 19, 2025

All Dying Light The Beast missions and side quests

Kyle Crane, the protagonist of Dying Light The Beast, has undergone 13 years of experiments that have turned him into a man-beast hybrid. He seeks vengeance in a dangerous world. The game features 18 main missions and numerous side quests set in Castor Woods. The main missions include titles such as "Rise and Shine" and "The Last Supper," while side quests include "A Sign Of Hope" and "Trouble In Paradise." Players can use a map to navigate the terrain and find powerful weapons to enhance their gameplay experience.