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Nintendo Basically Says That Splatoon 4 Will Happen
Nintendo producer Seita Inoue confirmed that the Splatoon franchise will continue to feature competitive PvP gameplay, even mentioning the possibility of "Splatoon 4." He clarified that the spin-off Splatoon Raiders was created to offer a different gameplay approach and serve as a new entry point into the series, emphasizing that Splatoon isn't solely about competitive play. The comments suggest a traditional Splatoon 4 is likely, potentially as a Switch 2 exclusive.
Task Time – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Task Time is a new competitive party game inspired by game shows, featuring up to eight players competing in physics-fueled challenges with over half a million randomly generated tasks. Developed by veterans of Gang Beasts and Fall Guys, the game supports four-player local split-screen and online multiplayer, with over 500 unlockable cosmetics and no microtransactions. Beta sign-ups are now open.
Board Games for Video Gamers: Tabletop That Feels Like Your Favorite Games
This guide matches board games to popular video game genres, suggesting titles like Slay the Spire: The Board Game for roguelike fans and Gloomhaven: Jaws of the Lion for action RPG players. It emphasizes that many board games offer similar strategic depth and satisfying loops to video games, often with a lower time commitment and a unique social element.
Your Favorite Cookies Are on the Move: Outplay or Get Smashed! - GameHaunt
CookieRun: OvenSmash is launching pre-registration on March 26, 2025, for iOS and Android devices in Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, marking a shift for the franchise into real-time player-versus-player action. Developed by Devsisters and published regionally by VNGGames, the game features 3-minute matches with eight distinct combat roles. Pre-registration rewards include in-game currency and exclusive cosmetics, with physical prizes also available for selected participants.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Review | Giant Bomb
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare offers a solid campaign with engaging gameplay and new mechanics, though its story feels abbreviated. The competitive multiplayer has been significantly improved with smart tweaks and new modes like Ground War and Gunfight. While the co-op mode is considered a disappointment, the overall package, bolstered by strong audiovisuals and meaningful progression systems, makes the game a worthwhile experience.
