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Semifinals: The brutal war to determine the best RTS unit of all time needs your votes
This article discusses the semifinals of a reader-voted competition to determine the greatest Real-Time Strategy (RTS) unit of all time. It highlights the matchups between iconic units like the Mammoth Tank from Command & Conquer: Red Alert and the Pride of Hiigara from Homeworld 2, as well as the Executor Super Star Destroyer from Star Wars: Empire at War against the Priest from Age of Empires. The author expresses personal disappointment over some unit eliminations while encouraging readers to cast their votes.
We tried to earn as much gold in WoW: Forever as we could in 2 hours—which involved a mugging, slander, and at…
PC Gamer writers Harvey Randall, Fraser Brown, and Joshua Wolens attempted to earn as much gold as possible in World of Warcraft: Forever within a two-hour time limit. Harvey Randall, playing as 'The Orc of Wisdom,' successfully used roleplaying and wisdom-sharing to earn the most gold, while Fraser Brown struggled significantly, resorting to animal noises and skinning critters with minimal success. Joshua Wolens leveraged his status as a games journalist to solicit donations, achieving a moderate amount of gold.
Quarterfinals: Vote for the best RTS unit of all time
PC Gamer is running a reader poll to determine the greatest Real-Time Strategy (RTS) unit of all time, with the quarterfinals featuring matchups like Peon vs. Mammoth Tank and Dolphin vs. Priest. The article highlights the unique abilities and lore of each unit, encouraging readers to vote based on various criteria.
GTA 6 marketing stunt reveals none of our UK editors have heard of the Miami Heat
A marketing stunt for Grand Theft Auto 6 involving the Miami Heat basketball team has highlighted a significant cultural divide, with several UK-based editors admitting they had never heard of the NBA franchise. This led to a discussion about the effectiveness and reach of marketing campaigns, particularly concerning niche sports tie-ins.
To celebrate Silent Hill: Townfall's release I ranked all my coworkers based on whether I think they could actually…
A PC Gamer writer explores the likelihood of surviving Silent Hill: Townfall, ranking coworkers based on their perceived ability to navigate the game's challenges. The author considers factors like prior experience with horror games and the specific demands of Townfall's monsters and puzzles.
My first MMO character #2: Joshua Wolens
Joshua Wolens recounts his first MMORPG character, Karokan, a half-elf in EverQuest created in 1999. Despite being terrified of getting lost, he spent his early in-game days fighting orcs and rats just outside the city gates, finding happiness in a simple, safe existence.
I solved the Strait of Hormuz crisis with videogames, simply by creating an even bigger Strait of Hormuz crisis
The author attempts to resolve the Strait of Hormuz crisis by simulating it within the grand strategy game Europa Universalis 5. Initial attempts using historical approximations of Iran and the USA proved difficult due to game mechanics and geographical distance. The author resorts to in-game manipulation and naval conflicts to try and find a solution, highlighting the complexities of both real-world geopolitics and game simulation.
From the C: to the /Mnt/s, Linux is better than ever for PC gaming – and easier to switch to from Windows
Linux has become a viable and accessible alternative to Windows for PC gaming, largely due to improvements in compatibility layers like Proton and the popularity of devices like the Steam Deck. While challenges remain, particularly with anti-cheat software, various distributions and tools now make it easier for users to switch and enjoy a wide range of games.
