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March 2, 2026

This week in PC games: Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, a promising Disco-like RPG and a monastic garden mystery

This week features a variety of new PC game releases, including: - The Abbess' Garden: A life simulation game set in the 17th century where players restore a botanical sanctuary. - Sad God: A game where players navigate a shaft filled with threats to reach the surface before lava engulfs them. - The Legend of Khiimori: An open-world courier game set in 13th-century Mongolia, now in early access. - Esoteric Ebb: A single-player CRPG where players investigate an explosion at a teashop during an election. - Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered: A remaster of the classic title focusing on narrative and choice. - Humanica: A city-building game where players can edit the landscape of their prehistoric city. - Luxman Moonlit Market: A night market simulation game with a unique art style. - Scott Pilgrim EX: A side-scrolling brawler based on the Canadian comic book series. - Slay the Spire 2: The sequel to the roguelite deckbuilder, now in early access. - Card Cultivation: A game combining elements of Cultist Simulator with Chinese mythology. - Planet of Lana II: A puzzle-platformer where players save a cyborg world alongside a kid and their pet. - Age of Barbarians Chronicles: An action game with a sword-and-sorcery theme. - Here Comes The Swarm: An early access survival RTS where players fend off gigabeetles. - Marathon: Bungie's reboot of the classic FPS set in a rich lore universe. - Ratcheter DX: An adventure game challenging players to escape a sunken ice base. - Mr. Peregrino: A game set in the 19th century where players manage food supplies while escorting pilgrims. - Over The Top: WW1: A game where players experience the frontlines of World War I. - Aethus: A game where players investigate a lost science expedition on a desert world. - Post-Apocalyptic Technician: Players repair Stroggs as an underground technician. - Frog Abundance: An exploration game centered around frogs in various time periods. Team members at RPS express interest in different titles, with Ollie favoring Marathon, James interested in Planet of Lana, Mark leaning towards automotive adventures, and Julian considering writing about Slay the Spire 2.

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February 1, 2026

One of BioShock Infinite’s best narrative devices is its music

BioShock Infinite's soundtrack has had a lasting impact since its launch thirteen years ago, particularly through its innovative use of music that blends different time periods. A significant moment features the Bee Sharps, a barbershop quartet performing the Bee Gees' "God Only Knows," juxtaposing a 1912 setting with a song from over fifty years later. Another poignant scene includes Booker and Elizabeth discovering an acoustic guitar, where Elizabeth sings lines from the hymn "Will the Circle Be Unbroken." The music enhances the game's emotional depth and storytelling, making it a crucial part of its legacy and gameplay experience.

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December 29, 2025

I played 31 new cozy games this year, and my top 6 picks are all completely different

In 2025, six standout cozy games were highlighted: 1. Once Upon a Katamari - A new installment in the series featuring fast-paced challenges and a simplified control scheme. 2. POCO - A free-to-play point-and-click adventure about the world's smallest clown, blending 2D and 3D elements with immersive interactions. 3. Vending Dokan!: Kozy Kiosk - An idle management game focused on managing a vending machine empire, requiring active participation from players. 4. Out and About - A foraging simulator where players rebuild a storm-affected town, learning about plants and recipes. 5. The Guardian of Nature - A point-and-click puzzle game where players help reconnect plant roots and assist animals while exploring a forest. 6. Hello Kitty Island Adventure - A life simulator with charming characters and crafting mechanics, recently enhanced by the Wheatflour Wonderland DLC.

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October 30, 2025

Epic Games Store PC Weekly Free Games 30/10/2025

The Epic Games Store is offering free PC games from 4 PM BST on October 30, 2025, until 4 PM BST on November 6, 2025. The games available are "Bendy and the Ink Machine," a first-person puzzle action horror game by Joey Drew Studios, and "Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit," a survival horror game by Mega Cat Studios.

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September 16, 2025

Google Home app finally supports hot water controls for Nest thermostats

The Google Nest team has introduced enhancements to the Google Home app, including hot water controls for users in the UK and Europe. These features allow users to manage hot water systems, set heating schedules, adjust temperatures, and boost hot water supply. The new functionalities are available for the Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen UK/EU and the Nest Thermostat E. Specific features include hot water boost, hot water scheduling, Heat Link temperature control, and an Eco button. Additionally, the Google Home app now offers expanded controls for non-thermostat climate devices, outdoor weather and air quality information, outdoor temperature visibility, simplified settings, and bug fixes. Full temperature scheduling for older Nest thermostats has also been implemented in the Google Home app.

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August 1, 2025

Once Upon a Katamari will have you rolling up the annals of history, and it’s coming to PC

Bandai Namco has announced a new game titled Once Upon a Katamari, the first mainline entry in the Katamari franchise since 2011, set to launch on October 24, 2025, for PC and Nintendo Switch. Players will take on the role of the King of All Cosmos and explore various historical eras, including feudal Japan and ancient Greece. The game will feature customizable avatars, an original soundtrack, and a new power-up system that includes magnets, rocket boosters, and time manipulation.