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Thimbleweed Park 2 is 'not really a sequel, not really a prequel,' but it is finally happening
Ron Gilbert and Gary Winnick's Terrible Toybox studio has announced that Thimbleweed Park 2 is in early development, with a planned release in early 2028. The game will feature returning characters Ray and Reyes and is described as a 'spoof of a classic whodunit' rather than a direct sequel or prequel. It will be available on Windows, Mac, and Linux via Steam and GOG.
Monkey Island: En tillbakablick
This article analyzes the groundbreaking humor and design of the Monkey Island series, particularly The Secret of Monkey Island. It highlights how Lucasarts, through creators like Ron Gilbert, Tim Schafer, and Dave Grossman, innovated the point-and-click adventure genre with postmodern, self-referential comedy and puzzles that integrated humor into gameplay. The analysis also touches upon the evolution of the series' art style and narrative through its sequels, including Return to Monkey Island.
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.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer Sale
This weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
'I try to play as a completionist and leave no stone unturned and no enemy unkilled': Returnal director Harry Krueger talks Deus Ex, Resident Evil, and the arcade classic that inspired Housemarque's best games
Returnal director Harry Krueger discusses his PC gaming habits, highlighting influential titles like Deus Ex, Resident Evil 4, and Ikaruga. He shares his preference for completionist playstyles and how arcade classics inspired his work at Housemarque and his new studio, Cosmic Division.
The Best Android Adventure Games – Updated!
This guide highlights the best adventure games available on Android, showcasing the genre's evolution from text-based adventures to diverse modern titles. It features a variety of games including Professor Layton, Oxenfree, Machinarium, and Return to Monkey Island, covering different subgenres like puzzle, narrative, and point-and-click.
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.
