Silksong
News, coverage and analysis tracking Silksong across the outlets.
Gaming Seasonal Calendar 2026 | TAGThis guide outlines a seasonal gaming calendar for adults in 2026, emphasizing how life events, work cycles, and weather impact gaming habits. It suggests matching game choices to available time and mood, recommending specific games for different periods like winter backlog season, summer vacation handheld play, and fall routine resets.- 5 Games for Paternity Leave Worth Your Time | TAGThis guide recommends five video games suitable for players on paternity leave, prioritizing one-handed play, interruptible sessions, and low mental load. Games like Balatro, Vampire Survivors, Slay the Spire 2, Hades II, and Stardew Valley are highlighted for their compatibility with the unpredictable nature of caring for a newborn. The article also offers advice on gaming etiquette and mental health during this period.
- Silksong Parent Guide: Finishing Between School Runs | TAGThis guide offers strategies for parents to play Silksong by breaking down gameplay into short, manageable sessions around school and nap schedules. It emphasizes prioritizing bench saves, planning sessions around available time windows, and managing boss attempts to accommodate limited playtime. The article also discusses the benefits of handheld gaming platforms like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch for parents and provides advice on resuming the game after breaks.
What are we all playing this weekend?Several members of the team share their weekend gaming plans, ranging from Forza Horizon 6 and American Truck Simulator to the unreleased game for guides, Directive 8020, and EVE Online. One writer is experiencing a retinal migraine and plans to rest, while another is trying out the puzzle game Drop Duchy on Steam Deck. The article also touches on personal anecdotes about pet care and healthcare.
Nine Sols, one of our best-reviewed soulslikes, is just $12 on Steam this weekThe critically acclaimed soulslike game Nine Sols is currently available for $12 on Steam, marking a 60% discount until May 18. Developed by Red Candle Games, the title offers approximately 20 hours of gameplay and has received a 92% score from PC Gamer for its compelling story and challenging boss fights.
Our Steam Controller second opinion: what works, what doesn't, and what Valve should add for the next oneThis second opinion piece offers a detailed look at Valve's Steam Controller, with reviewers James and Julian sharing their experiences. While acknowledging some minor technical hiccups and wishing for better non-Steam launcher integration, both find the controller comfortable, functional, and a strong contender for PC gaming, even suggesting it could be Valve's most impactful hardware release.
How Long Is Nine Sols? (The Honest Answer From an Average Gamer) | TAGNine Sols typically takes players around 20 hours to complete the main story, with side content pushing it to 25 hours and full completion around 30-35 hours. This 2D action platformer is described as shorter and more focused than Hollow Knight, comparable in length to Silksong, and offers a similar deflect-based combat experience to Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The game is considered drop-in friendly for busy players, though challenging boss encounters may require consistent practice.
What are we all playing this weekend?Several gaming outlets discuss their weekend gaming plans, with titles like Pragmata, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, and various racing games being mentioned. Some staff are also working on guides for games such as Mouse: PI For Hire and Pragmata.
Mailbox: Senran Kagura Mysteries, First-Party Indies, Miyamoto Tragedies - Nintendo Life LettersThis Nintendo Life Mailbox feature discusses Shigeru Miyamoto's shift towards non-gaming projects like movies and theme parks, with one reader lamenting it as a potential tragedy for interactive masterpieces. The article also touches on the perceived decline in first-party published indie titles on the Nintendo Switch and the surprising popularity of Senran Kagura Burst on the site.