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Retro – Hur Resident Evil fann ljuset i mörkret
This article analyzes the original 1996 release of Resident Evil and its impact on the survival horror genre, contrasting it with its 2002 remake. It highlights Capcom's transition from arcade games to polygon-based titles and discusses the game's enduring appeal through its atmosphere, gameplay mechanics, and memorable moments, despite its dated FMV and acting.
Quiz: The History of Crash Bandicoot | Quiz
This quiz tests players' knowledge of the Crash Bandicoot franchise's history, from its PlayStation origins to its recent remasters and upcoming sequel, 'It's About Time'. It covers the iconic bandicoot's journey through various entries and his resurgence in popularity.
Steam Vs Epic Game Store
This analysis compares Steam and the Epic Games Store, highlighting Steam's dominance in PC gaming with its vast user base and extensive features. Epic Games is challenging Steam through exclusivity deals and offering weekly free games, aiming to capture a significant share of the market despite Steam's established ecosystem and customer loyalty.
Google Stadia Launch Games and Lineup of Games Coming to Stadia
Google Stadia launched on November 19, 2019, with a lineup of 12 games including Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Destiny 2: The Collection, and Mortal Kombat 11. The platform requires purchasing each game individually and does not support syncing libraries from other services like Steam or PlayStation. Additional titles like Borderlands 3 and Final Fantasy XV are slated for later release.
Black Desert celebrates its anniversaries on PC and console, preps O’dyllita for mobile March 3
Black Desert is celebrating multiple anniversaries across its PC and console versions with various in-game events, login rewards, and special item exchanges. Black Desert Mobile is also preparing for the O'dyllita region update on March 3rd, which will introduce new monster zones and accessories.
No Rest For The Wicked Launch Trailer - The Game Fanatics
Moon Studios, known for the Ori series, is releasing their new action RPG, No Rest For The Wicked, in Early Access on April 18th. Published by Private Division, the game is set in the year 841 and features a holy warrior tasked with defeating a returning plague. It will be available on PC via Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and GeForce Now.
Undisputed at PAX West 2024 - The Game Fanatics
Undisputed, a boxing simulation game developed by Ash Habib, is currently in early access and aims to provide a technical and fun experience. The game will feature over 70 boxers, character creation, and a deep career mode. It is scheduled for full release on October 11th for console and PC.
Is The MCon The Best Smart Phone Controller Yet? - The Game Fanatics
The MCon controller from Ohsnap aims to improve upon existing mobile gaming solutions like the Backbone and Razer Kishi. It features larger Hall effect thumbsticks, ergonomic flip-out handles, and magnetic attachment to the phone, addressing common pain points for mobile and cloud gamers. The product has successfully surpassed its Kickstarter goal.
Marathon Drops Big News, Plus More Gaming Updates
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is set to launch on March 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring familiar gunplay from Halo and Destiny. Recent news also includes leaks about Starfield's potential PS5 release, Grand Theft Auto 6 appearing in PlayStation's database, and Resident Evil Requiem topping Metacritic user scores. Additionally, the Pokémon anime has yet to adapt the Red vs. Gold battle, and the 4X strategy game Old World is receiving a new DLC.
Players’ Choice: Vote for February 2026’s best new game
PlayStation Blog is launching a monthly poll for players to vote on the best new game released each month, starting with February 2026. Nominees will be selected by the editorial team, and the winning game will be announced on social channels. Remakes qualify, but re-releases do not.
PlayStation Gamers Are Using a Glitch to Make It Look Like They’ve Played GTA 6 Already - IGN
PlayStation gamers are exploiting a glitch to add Grand Theft Auto 6 to their 'Recently Played' list, despite the game not yet being released. This follows the addition of GTA 6's title IDs to the PlayStation database. Similar functionality has been possible on Xbox Series X for some time, leading to speculation about upcoming announcements from Rockstar Games and its parent company, Take-Two Interactive.
Halfbrick Studios is cutting jobs in Australia
Halfbrick Studios, known for mobile titles like Jetpack Joyride and Fruit Ninja, has announced an undisclosed number of layoffs impacting employees in Australia. The studio cited challenging market conditions and organizational priorities for the cuts. Halfbrick is also developing games for PC and consoles, including Bluey’s Quest for The Gold Pen.
Dragon Spira Review | TheXboxHub
Dragon Spira is a retro-styled JRPG from KEMCO that features pixel art graphics, turn-based combat, and a compelling narrative. While it shares many familiar elements with other KEMCO titles, new features like the Sugoroku Boards and job system help it stand out. The game is available on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
The Best Deals Today: Pokémon Starters Guide | TAG
This gaming news roundup highlights significant discounts on titles like Super Mario RPG, Death Stranding 2, and Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble. It also delves into memorable Pokémon battles, discusses starter choices in FireRed/LeafGreen, and touches on the series' inter-generational appeal. Additionally, the article mentions the original development of Resident Evil for SNES and previews upcoming games like Mightreya and Hypnos.
DISASTER STRUCK MY AMIGA MAGAZINE COLLECTION
A personal collection of Amiga magazines was damaged when a rack collapsed, causing a significant mess and requiring extensive reorganization. The incident was documented in a time-lapse video created with the help of the author's young son, Phillip.
Mightreya is a crunchy, meaty, complicated anime-superhero fusion of Devil May Cry and Gravity Rush
Mightreya is an upcoming action game that blends anime aesthetics with gameplay reminiscent of Devil May Cry and Gravity Rush. Players control Reya, a superhero livestreamer, who navigates levels and fights kaiju using a variety of flashy combos. A demo is currently available on Steam.
God of War Live Action Series Shows Off First Look at Kratos and Atreus | Console Creatures
Amazon Prime Video's God of War live-action series has revealed its first look at Kratos and Atreus, portrayed by Ryan Hurst and Callum Vinson respectively. The image, released by Amazon MGM Studios, appears to draw inspiration from the 2018 God of War game and potentially its sequel. The series synopsis details Kratos's journey with his son to spread his wife's ashes and teach him to be a better god, while Atreus teaches his father to be a better human.
Laysara: Summit Kingdom Leaves Early Access For V1.0 Launch On PC And Console
Laysara: Summit Kingdom has officially launched its Version 1.0, exiting Early Access on PC and consoles including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by QuiteOK Games and published by Nejcraft, this city-builder challenges players to construct settlements on treacherous mountain terrains, focusing on logistics and survival against environmental hazards like avalanches.
Denshattack!’s Massive Guest Composer and Performer List Revealed
Undercoders and Fireshine Games have revealed an extensive list of composers and performers for their upcoming game, Denshattack!. The lineup includes notable artists such as Tee Lopes, Shoji Meguro, Richard Jacques, 2 Mello, and Takenobu Mitsuyoshi. The game is set to release this spring for PC and PlayStation, with a demo available on Steam.
Share of the Week: Framing
PlayStation's Share of the Week highlights user-submitted screenshots featuring characters framed within game environments. Players shared moments from titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Stellar Blade using the #PSshare and #PSBlog hashtags. The next theme is 'Heroic', with submissions due March 4, 2026.
