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Amazon Prime Members Get Doom Eternal And 10 More Games For Free In September
Amazon Prime members can access Doom Eternal and ten other games for free on Amazon Luna in September. The lineup includes High on Life, Star Wars Outlaws, and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, alongside several GameNight titles. Amazon Luna is also introducing a Remote Play feature.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 4: Last chance for PlayStation's Gamescom Sale
This weekend features significant sales on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch titles, with many deals ending soon. Notable discounts include God of War Ragnarok, Red Dead Redemption 2, and various titles from Capcom and the PlayStation Gamescom Sale.
Från Wily till Malenia – så skapas en bra boss
This article explores what makes a boss battle memorable in video games, from the initial presentation and tone-setting to the challenge and learning curve. It highlights examples like Malenia from Elden Ring and Mike Tyson from Punch-Out!!, praising FromSoftware's approach to boss design for its focus on player skill and learning.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 14: Ready, Set, Play!
This weekend's console deals include sales on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch titles. Notable discounts feature Black Myth: Wukong on PlayStation and Xbox, alongside various Capcom and Annapurna Interactive titles on Nintendo Switch. PlayStation Plus members can also access free games like Big Walk and Dying Light 2: Stay Human.
Redaktionens mest älskade boomer shooter-vapen
This article features a discussion among editors about their favorite weapons from classic 'boomer shooter' games. Each editor shares personal picks, detailing why specific weapons like the Mighty Foot from Duke Nukem 3D, the Super Nailgun from Quake, and the Stakegun from Painkiller stand out due to their unique mechanics and impact.
Weekend PC Download Deals for Aug. 7: Steam Cyberpunk Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Cyberpunk Fest featuring discounts on titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Deus Ex games. Several storefronts like Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Humble Bundle are also offering significant sales on various games, with some titles available for free. Additionally, Ubisoft is celebrating 25 years of Ghost Recon with deep discounts and a free trial for Ghost Recon Wildlands.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Aug. 7: Let's all take a Big Walk
This article highlights various console game deals available for the weekend of August 7th. The new game "Big Walk" is available for free to PlayStation Plus members and on sale for Nintendo Switch owners. Numerous other titles across PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms are also featured with discounts.
The Evercade will soon run DOOM, and it's even getting its own limited edition Nexus handheld
Blaze is releasing a new DOOM collection for the Evercade on October 30, featuring the original DOOM, its sequel, and mission packs. A limited edition Evercade Nexus handheld with a DOOM-themed design will also be available for pre-order, limited to 3,000 units. The collection will also be playable on the Super Pocket handheld.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 31: PlayStation Summer Sale Part 2
The PlayStation Summer Sale has entered its second phase, featuring discounts on games like Saros and Ghost of Yotei, alongside first-time deals on Saros and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. The Nintendo eShop also has sales on Bethesda, Capcom, and Annapurna Interactive titles. Xbox Game Pass deals are available for subscribers, and general sales are open to all Xbox users.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 24: Steam Train Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include the Steam Train Fest featuring train-themed games, alongside significant discounts on titles like Resident Evil Requiem, Hades 2, and Red Dead Redemption 2 across various digital storefronts. Several games are also available for free weekends or trials, including Killing Floor 3 and Metal Gear Solid.
Limited Run Brings Limitless Fun to San Diego Comic Con 2026
Limited Run Games has announced its plans for San Diego Comic-Con 2026, featuring exclusive physical game editions, creator signings, and playable demos. Attendees can find special cover variants for MARVEL MaXimum Collection, CAPCOM Arcade Stadium Vol. 1, and JAWS: Retro Edition. Writer and creator Adam Tierney will also be present to sign exclusive River City Girls comic books.
Save Up To 95% Off Thousands Of Games In The GOG Summer Sale
GOG has launched its Summer Sale, featuring discounts of up to 95% on over 8,000 games until July 9. Notable deals include Fallout 4 Game of the Year Edition for $16, Control Ultimate Edition for $6, and the Yakuza Complete Collection for $44.79. The sale also offers significant price reductions on popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, and various indie games.
Weekend PC Download Deals for July 3: Steam Summer Sale continues
The Steam Summer Sale and other PC gaming storefronts are offering numerous deals on a wide variety of titles. This includes discounts on major releases, indie games, and bundles across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, and Humble Bundle. Several retailers are participating, with prices and availability varying.
Doom The Dark Ages' new Revelations DLC is "the culmination of 35 years of Doom" and movement is back
The new paid DLC for Doom: The Dark Ages, titled Revelations, is described as the culmination of 35 years of Doom, reintroducing a focus on movement with a new Chain Spear weapon. This 10-12 hour expansion includes campaign elements, endgame challenges like Master Levels and classic Doom 2 levels recreated on the new engine, and new enemies. id Software's Hugo Martin and Marty Stratton discussed the DLC's blend of tanky combat and movement-focused gameplay, its new hub area, and the challenging Uber Boss.
Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations gives players even deadlier tools to work with
Doom: The Dark Ages - Revelations, the first DLC for the upcoming 2025 game, is set to release on July 7, 2026, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. This expansion introduces a frozen hell setting, new enemies like the wizard and explosive hell knight variations, and a returning Arch-Vile. A key new mechanic is the chain spear, which combines grappling with melee combat, offering new offensive and traversal options alongside the returning shield. The DLC is roughly the size of both of Doom Eternal's expansions and features a split between base game content and challenging endgame content.
The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past proves that older games are just as relevant as new ones
The upcoming 2027 expansion for The Witcher 3, 'Songs of the Past,' highlights a growing trend of developers revisiting older games with new content. This phenomenon is driven by a plateau in technological advancement, making older titles still feel relevant, and a rising sentimentality within the industry, with studios paying homage to classics that inspired them.
Doom soundtrack composer Bobby Prince dies aged 81
Bobby Prince, the composer behind the iconic soundtracks for Doom, Doom II, Wolfenstein 3D, and Duke Nukem 3D, has died at the age of 81. His innovative work helped define an era of gaming and influenced generations of players, with his contributions to Doom being preserved in the Library of Congress.
Bobby Prince, the legendary composer behind Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, has died
Bobby Prince, the acclaimed composer and sound designer known for his work on classic PC games like Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, has passed away at the age of 81. His iconic soundtracks, particularly for Doom, are celebrated for their heavy metal influences and have been recognized by the US Library of Congress. Prince's career spanned numerous titles from companies such as id Software, Apogee, and 3D Realms.
Doom and Wolfenstein 3D composer Bobby Prince dies aged 81
Bobby Prince, the composer known for his iconic soundtracks for Doom and Wolfenstein 3D, has died at the age of 81. Prince also contributed music to other id Software titles like Doom 2 and Commander Keen, as well as games such as Duke Nukem 3D and Rise Of The Triad. His work on the original Doom soundtrack was recently inducted into the US National Recording Registry.
Bobby Prince, composer of classic id Software and 3DRealms FPS video game music, dead at 81
Iconic video game composer Robert Caskin Prince III, known as Bobby Prince, has died at the age of 81. Prince was celebrated for his work on classic 1990s first-person shooter titles such as Doom, Wolfenstein 3D, Quake, and Duke Nukem 3D, significantly contributing to the recognition of video game music as an art form.
