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January 31, 2026

After 21 years, GTA: San Andreas speedrunners discover a wild 31-step skip that lets you beat the original PC port in under an hour

A new speedrunning technique for the PC version of GTA: San Andreas allows players to complete the game in under an hour using a method called the Arbitrary Jump in Script (AJS) skip. This technique involves approximately 30 precise steps and was detailed by Reddit user Vitosi4ek. The AJS skip enables speedrunners to execute a JUMP instruction that leads directly to the game's conclusion. The discovery comes 21 years after the game's release, reflecting its lasting popularity and the innovative efforts of the speedrunning community.

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January 6, 2026

This Awesome New Mario 64 PC Mod Introduces A Series Of WarioWare-Style Mini Games

Super Mario 64, released in 1996, remains popular due to a dedicated fan community that creates unofficial ports and mods. One notable modification is Super Mario 64 Co-op Deluxe, which turns the single-player game into an online multiplayer experience with new game modes. Recent additions include Coopware, inspired by WarioWare, featuring 17 standard microgames, 4 boss microgames, 64 achievements, and various modes like Co-op and Versus. The challenges in Coopware are time-sensitive, and it allows for customization by modders. The mod requires an official copy of Super Mario 64 for installation.

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December 2, 2025

You weren’t just incredibly unlucky in Dispatch’s final shift, your high success rate failures were “intentional”

In Dispatch, the gameplay loop intensifies as players progress, introducing new mechanics and a unique instant fail system that penalizes players for sending heroes with stats exceeding certain limits, particularly in Episode 8. The final shift is notably challenging, with players facing unexpected failures even at high success rates, such as 85%. Designers Dennis Lenart and Polly Raguimov emphasize that the game is not scripted and reflects the world's state at that moment, heightening tension during critical moments. The team aimed to enhance the gameplay experience by adding layers and experimenting with powers, while also integrating the Z-Team's banter without overwhelming players. The balance of challenge, humor, and storytelling is a key focus, contributing to player engagement and anticipation for future content.

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November 24, 2025

How to win at Gift of the Gab in Where Winds Meet without tearing your hair out

Gift of the Gab is a minigame in Where Winds Meet that requires players to unlock the Scholar profession by completing the Legacy: Scholar's Path quest to succeed. Players must reach level 13 and finish the Gift of the Gab: Silver Tongue exploration quest, initiated by speaking to Song Jiu at Heaven's Pier. The game features two modes: Rhetoric Duel and Free Persuasion. In Rhetoric Duel, players choose from four styles—Bluster, Provocation, Rebuttal, and Filibuster—each with strengths against one another. Players aim to counter opponents' arguments using cards while managing their Inspiration points and depleting the opponent's mental focus bar. Matches end when a player's mental focus is exhausted or the timer runs out. Players can revisit challenges to improve their chances in future encounters.

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November 10, 2025

The dispatching minigame in Dispatch is good enough to be a standalone game

The Superhero Dispatch Network receives a variety of calls, ranging from mundane issues like cats in trees to intense situations such as hostage negotiations and supernatural activity. The game "Dispatch," created by former Telltale employees, features interactive storytelling with choices that affect the narrative, including character selection and team management. Each character has unique stats based on their backgrounds as reformed villains, and players must analyze job descriptions to choose heroes with the right attributes for missions. The game includes a percentage chance of success for missions and incorporates a choose-your-own-adventure style for certain scenarios. The narrative unfolds over six episodes, with two remaining, and the player manages the dispatch office while engaging with the story arcs.

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November 6, 2025

Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted patch brings back the dynamic audio so many players were missing from the original game

Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted was released in October as a remastered version of the original game, featuring enhanced visuals but receiving mixed reviews, particularly due to the removal of the dynamic soundtrack. The original game's composer, Laura Shigihara, expressed disappointment over this change. Replanted received a sub-50% rating on Steam, contrasting with the "overwhelmingly positive" feedback for the Game of the Year Edition. A patch (1.3.0) was released to restore the dynamic audio, resulting in a positive community response, although players still raised concerns about achievements, lack of online co-op, and other glitches. EA is preparing a 1.4.0 patch to introduce new features and address ongoing issues. The patch will allow controller users to collect sun by squeezing a trigger and fix various bugs and gameplay problems.

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November 4, 2025

The Farming Simulator 25 Highland Fishing DLC realizes my most idyllic dreams, but the NPCs could be a challenge

Farming Simulator 25 has introduced the Highland Fishing expansion, which features a new map called Kinclaig, boat-based fishing, fishery management mechanics, and four new vehicle brands. The expansion allows players to engage in fish breeding and fishing in serene lochs filled with salmon and rainbow trout. It is priced at .99 / £24.99 and can be downloaded via Steam or purchased as a bundle with the base game for .31 / £42.31.

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October 31, 2025

Two legendary ’80s JRPGs that spawned a genre-defining series are back in gorgeous new HD remasters, with a wealth of extras

Dragon Quest 1 and 2 HD-2D Remake has been released on Steam, allowing fans to revisit the origins of the series. This remaster follows the reimagining of Dragon Quest 3 and features high-definition adaptations that blend modern aesthetics with original pixel art. The games include new characters, dungeons, and expanded storylines, with Dragon Quest 2 introducing an Ocean Floor area, a mermaid town, a ghost ship, and new enemies. Combat in Dragon Quest 1 now allows battles against groups of foes, while Dragon Quest 2 features a party system and the new character, Princess of Cannock. Modern gameplay systems have been integrated, including sigils for skill upgrades, scrolls for teaching new abilities, hidden mini medals for valuable items, and a tombola minigame. The games are available on Steam and the Microsoft Store for .99 / £49.99, with a bundle for .99 / £84.99.

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October 26, 2025

A new dungeon-crawling RPG with D&D style and Undertale’s vibes sold me completely after just ten minutes with its demo

The Crazy Hyper-Dungeon Chronicles is a dungeon crawler developed by Fix-a-Bug that features a top-down perspective and a quest to reach the 50th floor for a legendary relic. Players face diverse encounters, including traps, battles with enemies, and culinary challenges. The combat system is timing-based, requiring quick reflexes and strategic planning. The game includes humorous dialogue and allows players to customize their character and gameplay style, choosing between options like 'explorer,' 'resolver,' and 'destroyer.' It is available on Steam with a 10% launch discount until October 30, and a free demo is also offered.

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October 19, 2025

Don’t let 2025’s best-kept JRPG secret pass you by, because it just got even better with a free endgame update

In 2025, the turn-based combat game Quartet, developed by Something Classic, continues to gain popularity with its latest update. The game features a refined turn-based RPG system, inspired by classics like Final Fantasy 6 and Chrono Trigger, and incorporates a freeform narrative structure similar to Octopath Traveler. Players can explore four distinct stories in any order, assemble a party of eight characters, and engage in dynamic combat with a turn queue system reminiscent of Final Fantasy X. The game offers a playtime of 20-30 hours, with rich exploration and a nostalgic '90s aesthetic. Update 1.2 introduces a new sheep-stacking minigame, an optional dungeon called the Cave of the Mighty Javelin, an auto-save feature, 'battle cursor memory', 'battle party memory', improved AI for card game opponents, and the ability to retrieve a previously missable item. Quartet is available on Steam for .99 / £15.99, with a demo and Steam Deck verification for handheld play.