Christian Pieniazek

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Started working with Gamepressure.com in August 2016. Although the Game Encyclopedia has been his pride and joy from the beginning, he also writes for the Newsroom and the Editorial section. Gained professional experience through a now-defunct service, in which he worked for almost three years. Graduated in Cultural Studies at the AGH University of Krakow. Runs his own business, jogs, cycles, loves mountain hiking, is a fan of nu metal, is interested in space, and of course, enjoys playing games. Feels best in action games with an open world and RPGs, although won't turn down good racing or shooting games.

Cyberpunk series that deserves continuation. New Deus Ex from Eidos Montreal was supposed to be a bridge between Mankind Divided and first installment

Cyberpunk series that deserves continuation. New Deus Ex from Eidos Montreal was supposed to be a bridge between Mankind Divided and first installment

Studio Eidos Montreal earned the respect of fans of the cyberpunk genre with its hugely successful Deus Ex: Human Revolution and its sequel. The team was to work for two years on a new game under this banner.

Cyberpunk series that deserves continuation. New Deus Ex from Eidos Montreal was supposed to be a bridge between Mankind Divided and first installment
Blend of L.A. Noire and Uncharted with touch of Lovecraft. Come Midnight is inconsolable project by People Can Fly

Blend of L.A. Noire and Uncharted with touch of Lovecraft. Come Midnight is inconsolable project by People Can Fly

With games such as Painkiller and Bulletstorm, the tag of shooter specialists has been pinned on People Can Fly. However, Come Midnight, which is Adrian Chmielarz's “dream project,” could push the studio on a completely different path.

Blend of L.A. Noire and Uncharted with touch of Lovecraft. Come Midnight is inconsolable project by People Can Fly
RPG in which we followed in footsteps of the Fellowship of the Ring. The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age is one of few story-driven games set in Middle-earth

RPG in which we followed in footsteps of the Fellowship of the Ring. The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age is one of few story-driven games set in Middle-earth

There was a time when the rights to the Lord of the Rings brand were in the hands of EA. Besides slashers that were adaptations of Peter Jackson's films, the company made one more game. We are talking about The Third Age, which is a true (j)RPG, allowing you to look at the Fellowship of the Ring from a different perspective.

RPG in which we followed in footsteps of the Fellowship of the Ring. The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age is one of few story-driven games set in Middle-earth
From Jade Empire 2 to brand new project. Revolver from BioWare was set to be like Assassin's Creed and DMC

From Jade Empire 2 to brand new project. Revolver from BioWare was set to be like Assassin's Creed and DMC

After nearly 19 years since the release of Jade Empire, the brand seems to have been completely forgotten by BioWare and Electronic Arts. However, the developers had ambitious plans for its development, which over time turned into the idea of creating a completely new IP.

From Jade Empire 2 to brand new project. Revolver from BioWare was set to be like Assassin's Creed and DMC
This action RPG defeated Obsidian Entertainment. Stormlands was supposed to offer raids for „a million players”

This action RPG defeated Obsidian Entertainment. Stormlands was supposed to offer raids for „a million players”

Microsoft and Obsidian Entertainment had been working together long before the latter company came under the former's wing. Their biggest joint venture was to be an extremely ambitious action RPG titled Stormlands.

This action RPG defeated Obsidian Entertainment. Stormlands was supposed to offer raids for „a million players”
Tactical shooter for everyone. Conflict: Desert Storm resembled Ghost Recon, but entry level was extremely low

Tactical shooter for everyone. Conflict: Desert Storm resembled Ghost Recon, but entry level was extremely low

Shooters with a tactical bent have accustomed us to the fact that they are often aimed at a specific type of player due to their simulation nature. Conflict: Desert Storm tried to break this pattern by offering gameplay for everyone.

Tactical shooter for everyone. Conflict: Desert Storm resembled Ghost Recon, but entry level was extremely low
„Eminem” with license to kill. In Devastation, we fought against heartless megacorporation

„Eminem” with license to kill. In Devastation, we fought against heartless megacorporation

There are some games that at the time of their release don't arouse much enthusiasm, but years later they begin to gain value. One of them is Devastation, an FPS with a protagonist who could boldly enter a contest for Eminem's double.

„Eminem” with license to kill. In Devastation, we fought against heartless megacorporation
Mafia: The Old Country in new trailer from TGA 2024

Mafia: The Old Country in new trailer from TGA 2024

This year's The Game Awards featured Mafia: The Old Country. Hangar 13 studio and 2K Games used the occasion to show the world a new trailer and announce the release date.

Mafia: The Old Country in new trailer from TGA 2024
The Last of Us 2 Remastered with PC release date

The Last of Us 2 Remastered with PC release date

Sony Interactive Entertainment took the opportunity to announce The Last of Us: Part 2 Remastered for personal computers at this year's The Game Awards. The game received a trailer and a release date.

The Last of Us 2 Remastered with PC release date
Palworld: Feybreak will introduce new content to this year's hit, including huge island

Palworld: Feybreak will introduce new content to this year's hit, including huge island

The Game Awards 2024 brought the announcement and trailer of a new update for Palworld. For Feybreak, Pocketpair studio has developed a giant island, as well as new Pal or previously unavailable buildings.

Palworld: Feybreak will introduce new content to this year's hit, including huge island
Borderlands 4 showcased in action at TGA 2024 - see gameplay trailer

Borderlands 4 showcased in action at TGA 2024 - see gameplay trailer

The Game Awards 2024 brought a gameplay trailer for Borderlands 4. In addition to the footage, 2K Games and Gearbox Software shared new details.

Borderlands 4 showcased in action at TGA 2024 - see gameplay trailer
Obsidian presented first gameplay from The Outer Worlds 2, sequel to successful first-person RPG

Obsidian presented first gameplay from The Outer Worlds 2, sequel to successful first-person RPG

At The Game Awards 2024, the team of Obsidian Entertainment and Microsoft weren't absent, presenting the world with a gameplay trailer from The Outer Worlds 2. We also got a date for its release and revealed the target platforms.

Obsidian presented first gameplay from The Outer Worlds 2, sequel to successful first-person RPG
This Indiana Jones adventure unexpectedly ended up as comic book. Iconic Fate of Atlantis could receive sequel

This Indiana Jones adventure unexpectedly ended up as comic book. Iconic Fate of Atlantis could receive sequel

Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis is a cult item for adventure fans. Some of you may not know that the game almost received a sequel. The project Indiana Jones and the Iron Phoenix eventually took a completely different form.

This Indiana Jones adventure unexpectedly ended up as comic book. Iconic Fate of Atlantis could receive sequel
Delta Force: Black Hawk Down became cult game for a reason. This shooter gambled on „cinematic” experience

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down became cult game for a reason. This shooter gambled on „cinematic” experience

When World War 2 themes dominated FPSs, NovaLogic studio took players to war-torn Somalia. Although Delta Force: Black Hawk Down wasn't perfect, it has developed a cult status over the years.

Delta Force: Black Hawk Down became cult game for a reason. This shooter gambled on „cinematic” experience
Baldur's Gate 3: The Black Hound Was Meant to Start New Trilogy. Iconic RPG Series Could Have Looked Very Differently

Baldur's Gate 3: The Black Hound Was Meant to Start New Trilogy. Iconic RPG Series Could Have Looked Very Differently

The Baldur's Gate brand has gained a second life with the megahit from Larian Studios. However, not everyone remembers that in the early 2000s, the Black Isle Studios team worked on their version of Baldur's Gate 3.

Baldur's Gate 3: The Black Hound Was Meant to Start New Trilogy. Iconic RPG Series Could Have Looked Very Differently
The Crossing From Arkane Studios Might Have Combined Single Player With Multiplayer. This Game Could Have Revolutionized Industry

The Crossing From Arkane Studios Might Have Combined Single Player With Multiplayer. This Game Could Have Revolutionized Industry

Arkane Studios is a team known for original ideas and games with a unique identity. One of their canceled projects was The Crossing, mixing two realities and two game modes.

The Crossing From Arkane Studios Might Have Combined Single Player With Multiplayer. This Game Could Have Revolutionized Industry
Cult Unreal Tournament That Rivaled Quake is Now 25 Years Old. This Game Shook Foundations of Online FPS Games

Cult Unreal Tournament That Rivaled Quake is Now 25 Years Old. This Game Shook Foundations of Online FPS Games

Unreal Tournament is a game well-known to any FPS lover raised on the genre's 1990s classics. Here's why, even 25 years after its release, the work of Epic Games and Digital Extremes enjoys an awe-inspiring reputation.

Cult Unreal Tournament That Rivaled Quake is Now 25 Years Old. This Game Shook Foundations of Online FPS Games
STALKER Wasn't GSC Game World's First FPS. Codename Outbreak Brought Something Fresh to Shooter Genre

STALKER Wasn't GSC Game World's First FPS. Codename Outbreak Brought Something Fresh to Shooter Genre

A few days before the release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, it's worth remembering one of the earlier FPS from the GSC Game World studio. Codename: Outbreak laid the groundwork for adventures in the Zone.

STALKER Wasn't GSC Game World's First FPS. Codename Outbreak Brought Something Fresh to Shooter Genre
How to Transfer Follows From X (Twitter) to BlueSky? We Explain How Sky Follower Bridge Works

How to Transfer Follows From X (Twitter) to BlueSky? We Explain How Sky Follower Bridge Works

In this tutorial, we describe the easiest way to transfer follows from X (Twitter) to BlueSky. Furthermore, we discuss the differences between the two services.

How to Transfer Follows From X (Twitter) to BlueSky? We Explain How Sky Follower Bridge Works
Terraria Devs Had Interesting Idea for Game Development. Terraria: Otherworld Could Put Brand on New Track

Terraria Devs Had Interesting Idea for Game Development. Terraria: Otherworld Could Put Brand on New Track

Terraria is a true phenomenon. This „Minecraft 2D” enjoys unflagging popularity more than a dozen years after its release. There was not much to make this hit live to see a side, strongly different installment.

Terraria Devs Had Interesting Idea for Game Development. Terraria: Otherworld Could Put Brand on New Track
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