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April 18, 2025

Fanatical’s Level Up Sale Features Steep Discounts On AAA Games

Fanatical is hosting a Level Up Sale on PC games until April 27, featuring significant discounts on both AAA and indie titles. Customers who spend a certain amount can choose a free Steam key from a list of ten games, including Teslagrad Remastered and Mindustry. Notable deals include Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection for .64, Monster Hunter Wilds for .99, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle for .29. Budget-friendly options include Batman: Arkham Collection for .49 and Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night for .99. The sale also includes discounts on preorders for titles like Capcom Fighting Collection 2 and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Digital Deluxe Edition. All purchases are delivered as official keys, primarily for Steam. Additionally, Fanatical offers various bundle deals, including the Warhammer 40,000 Battles Build Your Own Bundle and comic bundles.

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April 3, 2025

The BAFTAs declares Shenmue and a game that came out 2 months ago more influential than Tetris and expects us to all just go along with that

The British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs) invited the gaming community to vote for the most influential video game of all time. The results named Yu Suzuki's 1999 Dreamcast title, Shenmue, as the most influential game, praised for pioneering open-world gameplay and popularizing Quick Time Events (QTEs). The subsequent rankings included Doom in second place, Super Mario Bros in third, Half-Life in fourth, and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Minecraft in fifth and sixth, respectively. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 was ranked seventh, despite being a recent release. The voting process raised questions about the interpretation of "most influential," as some voters seemed to equate it with personal enjoyment, leading to unexpected results. The full list of the BAFTA's most influential games includes: 1. Shenmue 2. Doom 3. Super Mario Bros 4. Half-Life 5. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 6. Minecraft 7. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 8. Super Mario 64 9. Half-Life 2 10. The Sims 11. Tetris 12. Tomb Raider 13. Pong 14. Metal Gear Solid 15. World of Warcraft 16. Baldur's Gate 3 17. Final Fantasy VII 18. Dark Souls 19. Grand Theft Auto 3 20. Skyrim 21. Grand Theft Auto

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March 12, 2025

Virtuos is setting up shop in Seoul

Virtuos is establishing a new development studio in Seoul, South Korea, led by general manager Seunghwan “Sean” Yoon. The studio aims to build partnerships with local clients and expand its team through recruitment. Yoon highlights South Korea's significance in the gaming industry, being the world's fourth-largest games market. The studio's physical presence in Seoul will enhance collaboration with local studios. Virtuos has over 4,000 employees globally and is involved in the remake of Metal Gear Solid 3.

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March 8, 2025

Why is PC gaming so expensive? A lesson from Hideo Kojima

PC gaming requires significant financial investment, with high-end components like the Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU costing nearly three times that of a PS5 or Xbox Series X|S. Many PC games suffer from bugs and performance issues, as developers often neglect optimization for the platform. Hideo Kojima is noted for producing well-optimized PC ports, exemplified by Metal Gear Solid V, which runs smoothly on modest hardware despite being nearly a decade old. In contrast, newer titles like Monster Hunter Wilds have struggled with performance. The reliance on AI upscaling technologies, such as Nvidia’s DLSS and AMD’s FSR, has not compensated for poor game design, leading to player frustration. Developers often rush game releases to meet profit targets, prioritizing financial gain over quality, which has resulted in a demand for better standards in game development. Gamers expect high-quality experiences that justify their investment, and there is a call for patience in the release of polished titles.

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February 21, 2025

10 biggest console-exclusive games that make me wish I wasn’t a PC gamer

PC gaming has a vast library, but exclusivity still attracts gamers. Several acclaimed games remain unavailable on PC due to various reasons. 1. Castlevania: Symphony of the Night - High odds of being released; originally a PlayStation title, known for its exploration and iconic protagonist. 2. God Hand - Practically none; a 2006 PlayStation 2 exclusive with a unique combat system. 3. Mega Man Legends & Legends 2 - Basically zero; dormant series with a passionate fanbase but poor sales. 4. Silent Hill - Possible, but unlikely; a hallmark of survival horror with no modern platform release yet. 5. Pokémon Conquest - Absolutely not; a Nintendo DS exclusive with ties to Nobunaga's Ambition. 6. The Last Guardian - Not likely, but a chance exists; known for its emotional narrative and visuals. 7. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Nintendo doesn’t have to; successful on the Switch, likely to remain exclusive. 8. Super Mario Party Jamboree - Less than zero; relies on motion controls, making a PC adaptation unlikely. 9. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots - Higher than you might think, but not great; technical challenges hinder potential releases. 10. Bloodborne - Definitely coming soon (maybe, probably not though); ongoing rumors about a potential PC release.

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February 20, 2025

New PC Game Sale Includes Hundreds Of AAA Hits For Low Prices

Fanatical has launched the Gaming Legends Sale, offering discounts of up to 90% on a wide range of PC games, including AAA titles and indie games. Customers spending over a certain amount will receive a bonus game or coupon code. Featured discounts include: - Control Ultimate Edition for .19 (originally .99) - Lies of P for .99 (down from .99) - System Shock Remake for .99 (previously .99) - Frostpunk for .44 (was .99) - Frostpunk 2 for .99 (originally .99) Major publishers like Capcom, Sega, and Bethesda are also participating, with discounts on titles such as: - Skyrim Anniversary Edition for .49 (down from .99) - Dragon's Dogma 2 for .39 (originally .99) - Metaphor: Refantazio for .99 (was .99) Preorders are available for upcoming titles like Monster Hunter Wilds, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Lika A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, along with additional preorder discounts on games such as Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Elden Ring: Nightreign. Bundle deals also qualify for the bonus promotion on orders exceeding a certain amount.

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February 19, 2025

Just Cause creator’s new studio announces ‘incredibly difficult’ layoffs while still working on its first game

Liquid Swords, a studio founded by Christofer Sundberg in 2020, has announced a reduction in its workforce due to shifting market conditions that hindered its ability to meet projected milestones. The studio, which focuses on creating open-world action experiences, is currently developing a narrative-driven, open-world AAA revenge story using Unreal Engine 5. Despite the layoffs, Sundberg reassured stakeholders that the project will continue. In 2022, NetEase Games made an undisclosed investment in Liquid Swords, which had plans to expand its workforce to 100 employees by early 2024. Sundberg previously served as Chief Creative Officer at Avalanche Studios, contributing to the Just Cause series and the 2015 Mad Max game.

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December 6, 2024

The 25 Most Wanted PC Games Of 2025–And Beyond–Revealed

The PC Gaming Show revealed the Most Wanted PC games for 2025 and beyond, determined by over 80 industry experts. Grand Theft Auto VI ranked fifth, below the top three spots. The list includes 25 titles, with varying release dates, including eight marked as “TBD” and seven promising a release in “2025.” The Thing: Remastered was already released prior to the event. Notable titles and their details include: - 25) Judas - TBD, narrative-driven first-person shooter. - 24) Killing Floor 3 - Early 2025, co-op horde shooter. - 23) Control 2 - TBD, sequel to the original Control. - 22) Crescent County - TBD, life simulation game. - 21) Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector - January 2025, narrative-driven sci-fi adventure. - 20) Perfect Dark - TBD, reimagining of the classic game. - 19) Menace - 2025, tactical sci-fi gameplay. - 18) Mafia: The Old Country - 2025, prequel to the Mafia series. - 17) Dune: Awakening - Early 2025, open-world survival MMO. - 16) Witchbrook - TBD, 2D pixel art game. - 15) Skate. - 2025, free-to-play skating game. - 14) Project 007 - TBD, James Bond game. - 13) Atomfall - March 27, 2025, alternate timeline exploration game. - 12) Light No Fire - TBD, survival game. - 11) Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater - TBD, remake of Snake Eater. - 10) The Thing: Remastered - Out now, revitalized horror game. - 9) Wanderstop - March 2025, indie game with complex narrative. - 8) Avowed - February 18, 2025, first-person fantasy RPG. - 7) Kingdom Come: Deliverance II - February 4, 2025, sequel to medieval RPG. - 6) Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - 2025, sequel to Death Stranding. - 5) Grand Theft Auto VI - 2025, anticipated next installment in the series. - 4) Slay the Spire 2 - 2025, sequel to the deck-building roguelike. - 3) Monster Hunter Wilds - February 28, 2025, new entry in the monster-slaying genre. - 2) DOOM: The Dark Ages - 2025, prequel exploring the origins of the Doom Slayer. - 1) Sid Meier’s Civilization VII - February 11, 2025, return of the 4X strategy game.

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December 6, 2024

Everything Revealed During PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2024

The PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2024 featured a livestream showcasing upcoming game titles. Highlights included: - Moonlighter 2: Players join Will and friends in the village of Tresna to restore their shop while exploring a mysterious dimension. - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown: A tactical adventure where players control each Turtle in turn-based battles against the Foot Clan. - Sol Mates: A cooperative game focused on navigating space missions with narrative decision-making. - Mohrta: A slow-paced FPS emphasizing exploration and weapon customization in bizarre dimensions. - Killing Floor 3: A co-op action/horror FPS set in a dystopian future against bioengineered monsters. - Perfect Dark: Players assume the role of Joanna Dark, an elite agent uncovering a global conspiracy. - Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater: Set during the Cold War, players undertake a mission to rescue a scientist while dealing with themes of betrayal and loyalty. The livestream lasted two hours and included world premieres and updates on various genres.

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December 6, 2024

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a game developed by MachineGames and published by Microsoft, set to be released on December 8, 2024, with advanced access available from December 5, priced at £60. The game features a mixed stealth system, relying on simple line-of-sight mechanics, and offers a disguise system for navigating open-world hubs. Combat mechanics include a punch and counter system with a generous parry window, and a boss fight that blends combat with horror elements. The game has a three-act structure with open-world hubs, including visually rich environments like Vatican City and the Pyramids of Giza. Players can engage in main story quests and side missions, with a playtime of around 30 hours. Troy Baker voices Indiana Jones, supported by a diverse cast, and the game showcases impressive graphics despite some performance issues on lower-end systems. Compatibility with the Steam Deck may be limited.