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The Average Gamer's Lifestyle Guide: Balance, Wellness, and Better Play | TAG
This guide reframes gaming as a valid wellness routine, backed by scientific research on stress relief, cognitive benefits, and social connection. It offers practical advice on optimizing gaming setups for ergonomics, incorporating short stretching routines, managing screen time for eye health, and choosing appropriate games before bed to avoid sleep disruption. The article emphasizes that gaming, when approached mindfully, can be a crucial component of a balanced lifestyle, countering the guilt often associated with leisure time.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
About Fishing keeps reeling me in further with its creepy, nostalgic vibes
About Fishing is an unsettling angling simulator revealed at the PC Gaming Show, featuring PS1-inspired visuals and a creepy, nostalgic vibe similar to Dredge. Players control the fishing hook directly, with mechanics allowing for deep exploration of lakes, rivers, and oceans, hinting at a larger mystery beyond just fishing. A demo is available on Steam.
Lovecraftian fishing horror Dreadmoor launches in Q4 2026
The Lovecraftian fishing horror game Dreadmoor is set to launch for PC in Q4 2026. Developed by newcomer studio Dream Dock, the first-person adventure features survival mechanics, crafting, boat customization, and combat against grotesque sea creatures in a flooded post-apocalyptic world.
Team17 confirms new layoffs following internal restructuring
Publisher Team17 has confirmed layoffs impacting its marketing and communications departments following an internal restructuring. This follows a larger restructuring effort in 2023 and highlights ongoing challenges within the video game industry.
Team17 has laid off members of its marketing and communications department
Team17 has conducted layoffs within its marketing and communications department, impacting at least the entire internal PR team. A spokesperson confirmed that roles were eliminated following a business operations review, but stated the company's commitment to supporting its games and partners remains unchanged.
RedMagic 11S Pro – Liquid Cooling, High Specs, and Anime Waifus
The RedMagic 11S Pro is a powerful gaming smartphone featuring advanced liquid cooling, a high-spec Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 144Hz display. It includes gaming-centric features like shoulder buttons and a customizable Gaming Center, along with an optional anime mascot named Mora.
20 Must-Play Games on Steam Deck in 2026 (Verified and Optimized) | TAG
This guide highlights 20 games that perform exceptionally well on the Steam Deck, focusing on session-friendliness and battery life. It categorizes games into quick sessions, hour-long sessions, and deep dives, while also noting AAA titles that are playable with adjustments. The article also details Valve's 'Steam Deck Verified' system and lists games that did not make the cut due to performance issues.
Start your Engine festival brings every game with an engine together for new upcoming announcements, demos and discounts on known titles
The "Start your Engine" festival, organized by Playtogether Studios, will feature 86 games that utilize engines, including 28 upcoming titles and 18 with playable demos. The event, starting May 12th, will also offer discounts of up to 95% on existing games across various simulation and driving genres.
TEAM17 PARTNERS WITH FIRSTLOOK AS EXCLUSIVE PLAYTESTING PLATFORM
Publisher Team17 has partnered with FirstLook, adopting it as its exclusive platform for playtesting and gathering player feedback across its game portfolio. This collaboration aims to enhance game development by providing structured player insights and refining gameplay experiences. The partnership will support upcoming titles, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, ensuring a unified approach to player engagement throughout the development lifecycle.
Best new mobile games on iOS and Android – May 2026 round-up
This May 2026 round-up highlights new mobile game releases for iOS and Android, including ports of popular titles like Sea of Stars, Dredge, and Nova Drift. The article also features unique experiences such as Bacon in Zane and Merchant of the Skies, alongside new entries like Jetpack Joyride Racing and Star Overlord, discussing their gameplay, monetization, and overall quality.
12 Games You Can Actually Finish Under 30 Hours (2026) | TAG
This article highlights 12 games that can be completed in under 30 hours, with many falling under 10 hours, emphasizing that their short length is by design rather than due to cut content. The list includes titles like A Short Hike, Firewatch, Stray, and Outer Wilds, categorized by playtime and offering a solution for players struggling with large backlogs.
Vehicular Action Game Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?! Announced for 2026
Frosty Pop and Strange Scaffold announced that their vehicular action game, Truck-kun is Supporting Me From Another World?!, will launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC in 2026. The game puts players in control of a truck that transports a character to a fantasy world, with actions in the real world powering up the character in the other. The soundtrack is by David Mason.
The Best Android Games With Controller Support – Updated!
This article lists the best Android games that offer controller support, catering to players who prefer physical controls over touchscreens. The selection includes a variety of genres such as platformers, fighters, action games, and racers, with direct links to download them from Google Play.
Best PC Game Pass Games in the Philippines (Updated April 2026) — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This guide highlights notable games available on PC Game Pass in the Philippines as of April 2026, including titles like Kingdom Come: Deliverance, The Alters, and Wasteland 3. It also lists games departing the service on April 30, 2026, and discusses the value proposition of the subscription service for Filipino gamers.
Moving Valheim away from being an MMO was "the best decision" the team made
Richard Svensson, CEO of Iron Gate Studio, stated that moving Valheim away from an MMO concept was the best design decision for the game. The studio focused on single-player and small group experiences, which allowed for a more manageable scope and unique gameplay for each biome. The article also highlights the book 'Indie Game Works' which features a chapter on Valheim's development.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, TMNT: Splintered Fate, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Plucky Squire, Team Sonic Racing, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate. The article lists a comprehensive selection of discounted titles available for purchase.
Dreadmoor Preview: If You Enjoyed Dredge, This Is a Similarly Lovecraftian Horror-Fishing Game
Dreadmoor is a new Lovecraftian horror-fishing game that draws comparisons to Dredge, but offers a distinct first-person perspective. Players embody a character stranded in hell with a fishing boat, aiming to escape. The game was previewed at the Game Developers Conference.
Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for Enter and Exit the Gungeon, Untitled Goose Game, more
The North American Nintendo Switch eShop is featuring new deals, including the lowest prices ever for games like Enter the Gungeon, Exit the Gungeon, and Untitled Goose Game. The sale includes a wide variety of titles, with discounts on many popular and indie games.
10 Open-World Games That Actually Respect Your Time (2026) | TAG
This article ranks 10 open-world games that respect players' time by offering meaningful content, natural stopping points, and efficient traversal. Games like A Short Hike, Outer Wilds, and Assassin's Creed Mirage are highlighted for their design philosophies that prioritize player time over excessive filler. The author emphasizes that game design, not just length, determines if an open-world experience respects the player's schedule.
