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Join me in meditating on clubbing a WoW scorpion
Lincoln, a writer for PC Gamer, brings over 12 years of experience in games journalism, with a background in titles like World of Warcraft, Dwarf Fortress, and Monster Hunter. His expertise spans various genres and includes a focus on procedural storytelling and game design.
The timeless power of Shiv
Evan, a dedicated First-Person Shooter enthusiast since 2008, now oversees editorial operations for PC Gamer worldwide. His extensive experience includes publishing reviews and news, and his most-played titles include Hunt: Showdown, Team Fortress 2, and Counter-Strike, stemming from a lifelong fondness for the genre initiated by Quake 2.
Every game is about Goku eventually
This article humorously argues that all games eventually become about Goku, citing a Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered mod as an example. It also touches on the author's background in games journalism and experience with various titles.
I still can't believe we call them 'MOBAs'
This opinion piece discusses the problematic nature of the term 'MOBA' and the media's role in coining and perpetuating game genre names. It references past attempts to rename the genre, such as 'wizard-'em-up' and 'lane-pushing game,' and highlights the challenges in finding accurate and appealing terminology.
Where I'm at
Morgan, a staff writer for PC Gamer since 2018, details his career path, which includes previous work for Polygon, Kotaku, Fanbyte, and PCGamesN. He specializes in covering shooters and their communities, but also writes general news, reviews, features, and guides, expressing a preference for action-oriented games over strategy titles.
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Morgan, a staff writer for PC Gamer since 2018, has a background in writing for various gaming sites. He primarily covers shooters and their communities, but also contributes general news, reviews, features, and guides, occasionally venturing into strategy games.
How about that StarCraft trailer, eh
Evan Lahti, a long-time FPS enthusiast and editorial lead at PC Gamer, reflects on the StarCraft trailer. He shares his personal history with FPS games, listing his most played titles and recalling his first multiplayer FPS experience with Quake 2.
Battlefield Baby
Evan, a dedicated First-Person Shooter enthusiast and editorial leader at PC Gamer since 2008, oversees global editorial operations. His extensive experience includes publishing reviews and news, with a personal history of playing titles like Hunt: Showdown, Team Fortress 2, and Quake 2.
I tried to make a jpg bigger than mathematically possible out of an entire year's worth of PC Gamer magazine pages
A writer for PC Gamer created a large photo mosaic using digitized pages from the magazine's archives, spanning from its inception to 2008. The mosaic, built from individual magazine pages acting as pixels, was created using Python scripts and image analysis tools, though the author emphasizes it is not AI-generated. The process involved overcoming technical limitations of the JPG file format and PC memory capacity.
Unlock your inner Superman with a new demo from Undefeated: Genesis
A new demo for the action RPG Undefeated: Genesis is now available on Steam, allowing players to experience superhero powers on an alien world. The game, set to release in 2027, features flight, energy blasts, and melee combat against mutated creatures.
Defend your farm from a gaze of raccoons in this charming tower defense roguelite, out tomorrow
The charming tower defense roguelite, The Rabbit Haul, is set to release tomorrow, September 21, on PC via Steam. Players will defend a bunny named Sprout from waves of raccoons by planting organic weaponry and managing their garden, with roguelite elements including town rebuilding and upgrades between runs. New features like a snowy biome and an infinite mode were also revealed.
Escape From Playtime is a co-op survival horror where you play itsy-bitsy toy animals, and its playtest is taking…
Escape From Playtime, a 1-4 player co-op survival horror game set in the Poppy Playtime universe, is accepting playtest sign-ups. Players will control small Smiling Critters navigating a haunted toy factory, gathering resources and avoiding monstrous threats. The game is scheduled to launch on October 21, 2026, for PC.
Command a legion of robots in factory builder Brave New Wonders, launching tomorrow
Brave New Wonders, a factory and city builder where players command robots using plain text commands, is launching tomorrow, September 21. The game features post-apocalyptic resource management, linked factories, and defensive turrets against old machines. It will be available on Steam.
Pirate poker battler Piroker has a playtest you can sign up for now
Piroker, a new asynchronous multiplayer poker game with a pirate theme, is offering a playtest that players can sign up for on Steam. The game blends poker mechanics with relics that create powerful builds, similar to the roguelite Balatro. An animated trailer was also released to set the game's tone.
Ball x Pit just revealed a whole new expansion: Risen Ballbylon
An expansion for the game Ball x Pit, titled Risen Ballbylon, has been revealed at the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct. The expansion, set to release on November 12, 2026, will feature new characters, gameplay mechanics, buildings, passives, and balls, adding significant new content to the roguelike Breakout-style game.
Co-op puzzle game We Were Here Tomorrow is out next month, so you've got time to practise your communication skills
The co-op puzzle game We Were Here Tomorrow is set to launch on October 20, 2026, as revealed during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct. This sixth installment in the series features sci-fi elements, with players separated and needing to communicate via walkie-talkie to solve puzzles. The game will support cross-play between PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Lead your legions to glory in asynchronous autobattler Fool King, launching later this year
Fool King, an asynchronous autobattler with a fantasy setting, is launching on November 16, 2026, for PC. The game features strategic troop construction, godly upgrades, and a unique asynchronous multiplayer mode where players can claim the throne by defeating past players' armies. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Here's how to watch this year's PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct
The PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct will return on September 20th, featuring over 35 trailers and announcements from Tokyo Game Show. The 90-minute show will include world premieres, a new trailer for Stronghold 4, games from Devolver Digital, and a look at Tenebris Somnia. It will be streamed on PC Gamer's YouTube, Twitch, and Steam, among other platforms.
Why the publisher of Nintendo Life is launching a new PC gaming site
Hookshot Media, the publisher behind Nintendo Life and Push Square, has launched Steam Hype, a new website dedicated to PC gaming on Valve's platform. The site aims to provide human-led curation and recommendations for both AAA and indie titles, differentiating itself from established PC gaming outlets. Despite a downturn in the games media industry, Hookshot CEO Anthony Dickens expressed confidence in the company's independent ownership model to adapt and succeed.
The RAMpocalypse support group
PC Gamer provides a support hub for gamers navigating the current PC hardware market, dubbed the 'RAMpocalypse'. The article offers recommendations for PC gaming hardware deals, favorite items, and best PC builds across budget, mid-range, and high-end categories. It also highlights various recommended products, including comics, board games, and tech accessories.
