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December 27, 2025

Welcome to the FPS vibe shift

The FPS landscape is transforming, with trends indicating a shift away from high skill ceilings and expensive cosmetics in multiplayer FPS games. Gamers are expressing dissatisfaction with overpriced cosmetics, leading franchises like Call of Duty to reconsider their strategies. Activision announced that Black Ops 7 will not carry over skins from previous games, focusing instead on thematic cosmetics. Competitive shooters are broadening their appeal to casual audiences, with games like The Finals, Rainbow Six Siege, Splitgate 2, and Overwatch 2 introducing new modes that reduce competitive intensity. Purely co-op shooters, such as Helldivers 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, continue to thrive, demonstrating lasting player engagement. Additionally, titles like Battlefield 6 and Black Ops 7 are being developed as premium products, indicating that gamers are willing to pay for complete, high-quality experiences rather than free-to-play models that lack content.

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December 21, 2025

GoLocalProv | Sports | PC Coach Kim English Puts Blame on Players

Kim English, head coach of the Providence College Friars, expressed disappointment after a 72-67 loss to Seton Hall, marking the Friars' second consecutive defeat in the Big East, leaving them at 0-2 in the conference. He highlighted challenges with managing a deep roster and the need for players to accept their roles rather than seeking individual recognition. English noted that the team's current lack of role acceptance is detrimental to their success. He has previously made headlines for his outspoken comments, including accusations of rival coaches tampering with his players and a dispute with a sports reporter. Under his leadership, the Friars have a record of 40-40 overall and 16-26 in the Big East.

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November 30, 2025

Most used messenger by brand in the UK 2025| Statista

Businesses are increasingly adopting agile methodologies to enhance operations and engage effectively with audiences. There is a growing recognition of the importance of flexibility in business models, allowing companies to respond to consumer demands and foster resilience. Leaders are prioritizing dynamic strategies for quick pivots to maintain competitiveness. The focus on customer engagement is intensifying, with businesses leveraging technology for personalized experiences through data analytics and customer feedback to enhance brand loyalty and drive sales. Innovation remains central, with organizations investing in research and development to create new products and services that address emerging consumer needs. Internally, companies are promoting collaboration and open communication to enhance productivity and creativity, leading to effective problem-solving.

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September 11, 2025

Rogue Point is a FPS roguelite that does everything in its power to encourage players to actually work as a team

Rogue Point is an upcoming four-player co-op FPS roguelike developed by Crowbar Collective, known for the Half-Life remake, Black Mesa. The game emphasizes teamwork, allowing players to engage casually or deeply with its mechanics. Players embark on missions with a roguelike framework, facing various enemies and environments while managing an economy system similar to Counter-Strike. Missions include objectives like eliminating enemies and reaching extraction points, with a planning phase that encourages collaborative strategy. Teams fail a campaign only if all members die, but players have multiple lives and can rejoin in subsequent missions. The game features a dead drop system for sharing in-game currency and revive kits to minimize deaths, promoting cooperation and resource management among teammates.

AppWizard

September 9, 2025

Delta Force’s new operator Raptor could soon make your life hell

Delta Force will introduce a new recon operator, Landon 'Raptor' Harrison, in the upcoming season War Ablaze on September 23. Raptor specializes in deploying scout drones and using EMP grenades to disrupt enemy gadgets. His signature gadget, the Silver Wing, is a controllable drone that can mark enemies within a 90-meter radius and function as a tactical aerial bomb. Raptor's Trace Tracker trait allows him to observe recent enemy footprints, while his Trace Detection trait alerts him when a tracked enemy aims their weapon at him. Raptor is expected to enhance gameplay dynamics and may surpass existing operators Hackclaw and Luna.

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July 20, 2025

11 best video games of 2025 (so far) on PS5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X and PC

In 2025, the gaming landscape features the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 and a variety of notable titles across platforms like PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. - Split Fiction by Hazelight Studios is a co-op game where players control rival authors Mio and Zoe in a simulation of their imaginations, emphasizing collaboration and real-time interactions. - Assassin’s Creed: Shadows by Ubisoft returns to stealth gameplay with dual protagonists in a vibrant Feudal Japan setting, offering over 100 hours of gameplay. - Lost Records: Bloom & Rage by Don't Nod presents an engaging narrative with dual timelines, exploring a supernatural mystery through character interactions. - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 by Sandfall Interactive is a turn-based RPG known for its unique art style, intricate combat mechanics, and immersive storytelling. - Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves by SNK revives the classic fighting game series with smooth animations and a new REV system for varied gameplay styles. - Doom: The Dark Ages revitalizes the franchise with a medieval-inspired combat system and a focus on world-building and storytelling. - Monster Train 2 by Shiny Shoe builds on its predecessor's success with a deck-building experience featuring new equipment cards and clans. - Rematch by Sloclap is an online soccer game that emphasizes precision and offers a competitive atmosphere with a unique arena setup. - Death Stranding 2 by Kojima Productions delivers an emotional narrative with themes of fatherhood and redemption, showcasing Hideo Kojima's storytelling prowess. - Donkey Kong Bananza by Nintendo utilizes the Nintendo Switch 2's capabilities, offering classic gameplay with destructible environments and open-ended experiences.

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July 4, 2025

Valve conquered PC gaming. What comes next?

Valve Corporation, founded in 1996 by Gabe Newell and Mike Harrington, is known for its influential role in the gaming industry, particularly with its groundbreaking title Half-Life, released in 1998. The company has a unique corporate structure and impressive revenue-per-employee metrics, reportedly exceeding .9 million. Valve's Steam platform, launched in 2003, dominates the PC gaming market, accounting for approximately 70% of sales in a sector valued at around billion, with over 100,000 titles available. Steam had an estimated 170 million active monthly users by May 2023. Financially, estimates suggest Steam may have handled around .3 billion in game sales in 2021, yielding a profit of approximately .6 billion from commissions. Valve's employee culture emphasizes self-organization and innovation, though it faces scrutiny regarding content moderation and legal challenges related to market competition.

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June 7, 2025

Square Enix announces multiplayer murder mystery action game KILLER INN for PC

Square Enix and Tactic Studios have announced KILLER INN, a multiplayer murder mystery action game. A closed beta test for PC users via Steam will be launched, with dates to be announced. Players can request access on the game's Steam page. The game features 24 players, where some act as wolves trying to blend in while others are lambs aiming to survive. Players collect clues from crime scenes to identify the killer and can use various items for combat and strategy. The game includes a focus mode for enhanced awareness and a 3D audio voice chat for communication. Character customization allows players to choose unique characters with distinct abilities. Players can engage solo or form teams, and trailers and gameplay videos are available for viewing.

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June 5, 2025

Roguelike clean ’em up game Scrubbin’ Trubble announced for PC

Odd Object, a new studio led by Stevie Hryciw and Tyriq Plummer, is developing a game called Scrubbin’ Trubble, set to release on PC via Steam in 2025. It is a "roguelike clean ’em up" game that combines cleaning and combat, allowing solo or cooperative play for up to four players. Players can choose from six RPG-inspired classes, including Bubbaladin, Bleacher, and Washbuckler, each with unique abilities. The game features randomized levels called The House, where players face various enemies and must defeat one of the Four Filths of the Apocalypse to progress. Key features include character upgrades, pun-themed enemies, and specialized equipment like the "Wiper Rifle" and "Splash Bang." The game is designed for both short and long gaming sessions.

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March 21, 2025

Frosthaven’s weighty tabletop tactics are coming to PC in early access this year

The game tutorial introduces players to key mechanics such as card selection for actions, the use of "burn" cards for temporary boosts, and the importance of positioning and teamwork. Players must manage their actions carefully, especially in prolonged battles. The author played as a "Banner Spear," a class that specializes in spear attacks and benefits from strategic positioning. During gameplay, the author learned the significance of advanced strategies and teamwork, particularly with a partner playing as a Deathwalker who utilized summons. An incident occurred where the author attempted to collect loot but forgot the rule that requires ending a turn on a hex to do so. The game's visual elements and user experience were praised, with expectations for improvements during the early access phase driven by community feedback.