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The year slowly ends, so The Game Awards 2024 are around the corner. We're already voting here in the office – with full awareness of the pros and cons that such contests entail.
We all love ray tracing and graphical bells and whistles, but sometimes, it's not really possible to launch ultra demanding video games on some laptops, or your aunt's low-end PC during holiday. So, here's a list of the best games with low requirements.
We should not expect too much from December this year. That's not to say that there won't be anything interesting releasing this month, but a lack of big premieres can be definitely seen. Who knows, maybe Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will be a hit!
A well-placed song in a video game can define a given title. Too bad the developers rarely use this medium of artistic expression. Especially since it's so damn powerful.
The suddenly internet lit and we finally got the first official GTA 6 trailer, incidentally released early, which looks great, though not revolutionary. Here are our first impressions, along with ideas about what the game might be like.
It’s hard to capture the magic of the first Avatar film on the big screen let alone in a video game, but Ubisoft can sure try! Read about the highs and lows of their latest attempt in our review.
So which games of 2023 are the best? What's worth the time and money right now, without waiting for discounts? Here's our list of the most interesting games released so far. The article will be updated as the year progresses.
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Baldur's Gate 3: The RPG I've always dreamed of!
Baldur's Gate 3 totally fulfills the desire to live out an adventure that you can fully control. Entering a different world and tasting the freedom. From the very beginning, it's obvious that this is a sprawling RPG, though this entails risk of mistakes.
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The Talos Principle 2 Review: A Mind-Bending Beauty
If you only play one puzzle game this year, The Talos Principle 2—with its engrossing themes of philosophy, existence, and society—has to be it.
The Talos Principle 2 Review: A Mind-Bending Beauty
Alan Wake 2 Review: The Sheer Power of Storytelling
Alan Wake 2 stands out as a sequel that builds on the strong foundation laid by the original some thirteen years ago and takes the series in an exciting, new direction.
Alan Wake 2 Review: The Sheer Power of Storytelling
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Review: Old-School Charm, Newfound Magic
Visually striking and a zany, trippy ride, Super Mario. Bros. Wonder is an impressive 2D platformer that feels so familiar and brand-new at the same time.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Review: Old-School Charm, Newfound Magic
Cities: Skylines 2 Review - A Revolution, 2.0, or 1.5?
Cities Skylines is finally back with its sequel after a whole eight years. Part two brings sweeping, quality-of-life improvements, but has the formula stayed relevant after almost a decade?
Cities: Skylines 2 Review - A Revolution, 2.0, or 1.5?
Spider-Man 2 Review: A Marvel to Behold
Are two Spider-Men better than one? In a word, yes, but the real hero of this video game is a story that’s nothing short of amazing.
Spider-Man 2 Review: A Marvel to Behold
Red Dead Redemption Switch Review - The Classic is Back, Now on Hand-held
Red Dead Redemption unexpectedly arrived on the Nintendo Switch. The title proves that games can run smoothly on the console and also look good. The only problem is the price.
Red Dead Redemption Switch Review - The Classic is Back, Now on Hand-held
Cyberpunk 2077 Disappointed, but Phantom Liberty Delights. A Touching Farewell by Spy Thriller
I'm not a big fan of Cyberpunk 2077, but Phantom Liberty totally stole my heart. It has a great plot, great emotions, and is really memorable. That said, it's just average in terms of gameplay.
Cyberpunk 2077 Disappointed, but Phantom Liberty Delights. A Touching Farewell by Spy Thriller
50 Shades of The Sims - A List of Naughty Mods
Taking care of the highest quality of entertainment, we searched the Internet (because there's more than the Wicked Whims) so that your Sims 4 become a little more greasy. And maybe sometimes a tiny bit naughty.
50 Shades of The Sims - A List of Naughty Mods
Ultimate List of The Best Games of 2023
So which games of 2023 are the best? What's worth the time and money right now, without waiting for discounts? Here's our list of the most interesting games released in 2023. The article has been updated as the year progressed and now is complete!
Ultimate List of The Best Games of 2023
Games of December 2023 - Cyberpunk 2077 is Complete, But Not Much Else
We should not expect too much from December this year. That's not to say that there won't be anything interesting releasing this month, but a lack of big premieres can be definitely seen. Who knows, maybe Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora will be a hit!
Games of December 2023 - Cyberpunk 2077 is Complete, But Not Much Else
Best Low-Spec Video Games 2021 - Video Games With Low System Requirements
We all love ray tracing and graphical bells and whistles, but sometimes, it's not really possible to launch ultra demanding video games on some laptops, or your aunt's low-end PC during holiday. So, here's a list of the best games with low requirements.
Best Low-Spec Video Games 2021 - Video Games With Low System Requirements
2023 Game Awards Nominee Predictions
This month the nominees for the annual Game Awards will be announced. There are plenty of categories, and many games are vying for nominations. Here are some of our predictions.
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In Love With Video Game Character? Chill. Here's How Parasocial Relationships Work
We are social creatures. We need contact with other people. But is interacting with flesh-and-blood humans the only way to satisfy these social needs? If you think so, let me tell you about parasocial relationships (we're not getting dystopian though!).
In Love With Video Game Character? Chill. Here's How Parasocial Relationships Work
Best New Games Coming in November 2023 - An Invincible Month of Releases?
November is not the most spectacular month, but there will be no shortage of games worth playing. Although most people will probably be busy catching up, they might find a moment for Invincible or Broken Roads.
Best New Games Coming in November 2023 - An Invincible Month of Releases?
Heroes 3 and Online Frags - 10 Best Games of 1999
There may have been fewer games in 1999 starting cult series popular for decades to come, but there was certainly no shortage of timeless hits. Here's our subjective retro list of the top 10 games of 1999.
Heroes 3 and Online Frags - 10 Best Games of 1999
TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got
The year slowly ends, so The Game Awards 2024 are around the corner. We're already voting here in the office – with full awareness of the pros and cons that such contests entail.
TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got
Graphics Aren't Crazy in GTA 6's First Trailer, But Its City May be Epic
The suddenly internet lit and we finally got the first official GTA 6 trailer, incidentally released early, which looks great, though not revolutionary. Here are our first impressions, along with ideas about what the game might be like.
Graphics Aren't Crazy in GTA 6's First Trailer, But Its City May be Epic
Devs Don't Seem to Appreciate Power of Music - Meanwhile, Music is The Catalyst of Emotion
A well-placed song in a video game can define a given title. Too bad the developers rarely use this medium of artistic expression. Especially since it's so damn powerful.
Devs Don't Seem to Appreciate Power of Music - Meanwhile, Music is The Catalyst of Emotion
We've Played the New Avatar. Far Cry on Pandora Remains a Mystery
After two hours with Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora I still don't believe the prowess of Avatar as a franchise, and I still don't trust Ubisoft when it comes to crafting engaging stories. At the same time, I've had fun. But I don't know what's going to come
We've Played the New Avatar. Far Cry on Pandora Remains a Mystery
Assassin’s Creed Has to Reconsider Modern Timeline
The release of Assassin’s Creed Mirage was a chance for me to look back at this series. I realized that the latest installments of the series lacked a compelling contemporary story line that the series originally had.
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10 Assassin's Creed Games Rated Worst to Best
Every player has their opinion about Assassin’s Creed. Some love them, some hate them. We look at all of them and pick 10 installments, which we're rating worst to best.
10 Assassin's Creed Games Rated Worst to Best
Blizzard, Have Mercy And Make World of Warcraft 2 Already
World of Warcraft Classic is still quite popular, but what's Blizzard gonna do with it? Are we waiting for Cataclysm? Or maybe a new version of the old game? BlizzCon 2023 will be super important for the future of this MMORPG.
Blizzard, Have Mercy And Make World of Warcraft 2 Already
Forza Motorsport vs Gran Turismo Comparison. The Old, Symbiotic Feud
The competition for the best Xbox and PlayStation racing game has been going on for 18 years, but that includes a hiatus of entire six summers. Right now, we're entering another stage of battle between Forza Motorsport and Gran Turismo.
Forza Motorsport vs Gran Turismo Comparison. The Old, Symbiotic Feud
Who Should be The New James Bond? We Pick Our Favorites
Since Daniel Craig will no longer perform as James Bond, fans around the world began to wonder who should replace him as Agent 007. However, it must be admitted that re-casting the role could be an extremely tough nut to crack this time.
Who Should be The New James Bond? We Pick Our Favorites
This Average Anime Has Changed The World
If you think that only Dragon Ball created cultural and social phenomena, you are mistaken. Every once in a while, the Japanese manage to release an anime that turns an entire generation on to some phenomenon. For example, iconic Initial D!
This Average Anime Has Changed The World
15 Games That NEED to Become Movies
Hollywood often takes advantage of the most popular gaming brands. This happened in the case of Super Mario, Tomb Raider or, more recently, Uncharted. But there are still many more titles with huge potential waiting to become movies.
15 Games That NEED to Become Movies
Deep Dive: HBO's The Last of Us vs. The Game - Tidbits, Details, Similarities and Differences
HBO's The Last of Us is filled to the brim with references and easter eggs from the game. Still, there are also differences between the two, which in many ways, however, make sense.
Deep Dive: HBO's The Last of Us vs. The Game - Tidbits, Details, Similarities and Differences
Best Movies of 2022
Today we present a list of 12 diverse (and best) titles that defined cinema in 2022. These are films that we will remember for years to come.
Best Movies of 2022
The Classic Movies That Inspired Stranger Things
The Duffer brothers' Stranger Things has stolen the hearts of adventure horror fans, richly drawing on both 80s style and more contemporary teen dramas. The success of the Netflix series, however, would not have been possible without inspiration.
The Classic Movies That Inspired Stranger Things
The Best Fights in Naruto Shippuden
Shonen, i.e. manga and anime focused on martial arts, transformations and striving for new limits, are not only Dragon Ball, One Piece or One Punch Man. One of the best of these is the now somewhat forgotten Naruto.
The Best Fights in Naruto Shippuden
The Most Expensive Scenes in Cinema History
Today, we present nine movie scenes that filmmakers and studios paid through the nose for. Which movies are they from? What is their story? See for yourself!
The Most Expensive Scenes in Cinema History