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Surprise, We're Getting Even More Games Done Quick This Summer
Games Done Quick is partnering with Gamescom to host a new three-day speedrunning marathon in Europe from August 28-30. The event will take place at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, and will be streamed on Twitch and YouTube. Proceeds from the Gamescom GDQ marathon will be donated to Gaming for Democracy, a new initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming culture.
Tie yourself up in wriggling loveknots in this graceful and silly merpeople sex game
coalescent || tidal rapture is an upcoming adult game from developers Hatim Benhsain and Hanwen Xu, funded by NYU Game Center. The game focuses on merpeople exploring intimacy and relationships, featuring unique mechanics like singing to communicate and a 'long and sinuous organ' for entanglement. It draws inspiration from games like b.l.u.e. Legend of Water and Super Mario 64, and is set to release later this year.
Nobody can touch the $10,000 Super Mario 64 speedrunning bounty except for the guy who started it in the first place
Super Mario 64 speedrunner Suigi has set a new world record for the 120 Star category with a time of 1:35:25, his third record in this category since initiating a $10,000 bounty for anyone who could beat his times. Despite a mistake during the run, Suigi still managed to improve his previous record, highlighting his dominance in the game's speedrunning scene.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
Nintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
Nintendo announces new My Mario products including Hello, Yoshi for Switch
Nintendo has announced new additions to its My Mario product line, including the "Hello, Yoshi!" app for Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, which allows users to interact with Yoshi's face. Other new items include a "Hello, Mario!" board book, stop motion shorts, and wooden block sets featuring Mario characters. The "Hello, Yoshi!" app is free and offers playful interactions, with Yoshi eventually falling asleep to encourage screen time breaks.
Decades ago, Gabe Newell revealed that Super Mario 64 influenced Half-Life, and it seems future Steam god GabeN was a lot better at Nintendo's platformer than Valve's FPS classic
Gabe Newell revealed in a 1998 interview that Super Mario 64, along with Ultima Underworld and Resident Evil 2, were significant influences on the development of Half-Life. Newell also admitted he was not particularly skilled at Half-Life's multiplayer, contrasting it with his perceived proficiency in Super Mario 64, which he later called his favorite game of all time.
Before you download the free Hello Yoshi app for your kids, please grab a Switch 2 screen protector
The free Hello Yoshi app is now available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, allowing users to interact with Yoshi's face. The article strongly recommends purchasing a screen protector for the Nintendo Switch 2 before downloading the app, due to its heavy reliance on the touchscreen.
Super Mario 64, Star Fox programmer says devs weren't historically given free copies of their games, so they had to "wait until supply caught up with demand" if their work sold out
Former Nintendo developers Takaya Imamura and Giles Goddard revealed that they were not historically given free copies of the games they worked on, such as Super Mario 64 and Star Fox. They would have to wait for retail supply to catch up with demand if the games sold out. This practice was common among Japanese companies, even for employees who were still with the company.
You don't have to choose between a controller and a keyboard; there's a secret third option, and I may not…
This article discusses the Azeron Cyborg II, a hybrid gaming peripheral that combines a controller's thumbstick with a keypad's functionality, offering a unique solution for PC gamers who struggle with traditional mouse and keyboard controls. The author highlights its ergonomic design, customizability, and how it bridges the gap between controller and keyboard input for an improved PC gaming experience.
Streamer Support, Mental Health Gaming, Final Fantasy for Good, and the UVW: Good in Gaming Vol. 3
This installment of Good in Gaming highlights various positive initiatives within the gaming community, including a mobile game called Finch that promotes mental health through habit tracking, a charity stream by Rashern for The Trevor Project that raised $1000, and the Final Fantasy V Four Job Fiesta which raises money for the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund. The article also touches on the ongoing efforts of the United Videogame Workers to advocate for better labor conditions and unionization within the game industry.
Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
This article lists ten favorite Easter eggs found in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, highlighting numerous callbacks to the Super Mario series. The movie incorporates references from various games, including Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario 64, and Super Mario World, alongside nods to Donkey Kong and Pikmin.
These are the fastest two Xbox controllers on the shelves right now, but which should you buy?
This article compares the Asus ROG Raikiri 2 and Razer Wolverine V3 Pro controllers for Xbox Series X and PC. Both offer fast response times and official licensing, but differ in design, features, and comfort. The Raikiri 2 is noted for its modern aesthetic and longer grips, while the Wolverine V3 Pro is praised for its comfortable face buttons and potential for lower sale prices.
It's not just the PS5 getting price hiked; Intel's new gaming processors are already more expensive after less…
Intel's new Arrow Lake Refresh processors are already experiencing price increases shortly after launch, with models like the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus seeing significant markups on retail sites. This follows recent price hikes for the PlayStation 5 and reports of increasing costs for Xbox Series consoles, contributing to a broader trend of hardware inflation driven by AI infrastructure demands and component shortages.
Nintendo 64 gets a Skyrim-sized open-world game as dev busts the infamous fog that's defined the console for 30…
Developer James Lambert has created a new game jam project called Junkrunner 64 that demonstrates how the Nintendo 64 can render large open worlds with impressive draw distances, overcoming its infamous fog limitation. Lambert's technical solution involves drawing the world twice, similar to modern Level of Detail techniques, and the game features fast traversal and an explorable map as a core gameplay element.
That chair you heard about on Kickstarter last year with a bionic backrest just got a discount, but even Herman Miller…
The LiberNovo Omni, a gaming chair with a "bionic backrest" that gained popularity on Kickstarter, is now available at a discount. Despite its high price, the chair is praised for its innovative design, ergonomic features, and comfort, offering independent lumbar support and adjustable reclining settings. While expensive, it is considered a top-tier option in the gaming chair market.
Star Fox isn't just an iconic retro Nintendo shooter – it paved the road to Super Mario 64
Released in 1993 for the SNES, Star Fox was a groundbreaking title that pushed the boundaries of 3D graphics on consoles, largely due to the innovative Super FX chip. Developed by Argonaut Software in collaboration with Nintendo, the game's technical achievements and unique design are considered to have significantly influenced future titles like Super Mario 64, demonstrating Nintendo's capacity for innovation despite criticisms of relying on established franchises.
I'm a controller reviewer with a gap in my testing schedule, and this is the gamepad I'm reaching for now that…
A controller reviewer expresses a personal preference for the FlyDigi Apex 5 gamepad for casual PC gaming, despite recommending the Victrix Pro BFG as a better overall choice for most players due to its versatility and value. The reviewer highlights the Apex 5's premium feel and unique features, while acknowledging potential software concerns with the manufacturer.
First came RAMageddon and storage inflation, now a CPU shortage could be on the cards as PC makers report limited…
PC makers are reporting limited CPU supply, potentially leading to shortages and price inflation similar to recent RAM and storage issues. This is partly driven by AI infrastructure demands consuming manufacturing capacity. Companies like Intel and AMD have previously warned customers about server CPU shipment delays.
Finally, CRKD is launching a pro controller that's shaped like a regular gamepad, and it promises TMR thumbsticks,…
CRKD is launching the Ult Pro, a new gamepad-style pro controller for PC and other platforms, priced at $69.99. It features advanced TMR thumbsticks to prevent stick drift, a 1,000Hz polling rate, wireless play, and customization options via the CRKD Companion App. The controller is set to release in June and aims to offer premium features at a more accessible price point.
The Stream Deck+ just became the heart of Elgato's entire product range, and it's only been this affordable…
The Elgato Stream Deck Plus is highlighted as a central control device for Elgato's product range, particularly its new Wave 3 audio lineup. The article emphasizes its ability to manage audio, applications, and broadcast scenes, making it essential for content creators. The device is currently available at a record-low price.
