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Steam Adds PC Specs to Reviews: The Future of Gaming Hardware Intel
Steam has introduced a new feature allowing users to include their PC specifications when writing game reviews, providing crucial hardware context for performance feedback. This move aims to improve the usefulness of reviews by eliminating guesswork about reviewer hardware, potentially aiding both players and developers in understanding game performance across various configurations.
Crimson Desert PS5 Reviews Blocked as Gaming Sites Hit Wall of Silence
Gaming websites are reporting blocked access and silenced reviews for the highly anticipated action-RPG Crimson Desert, raising concerns about publisher control over pre-release coverage. This unusual lack of access before the game's 2026 release date is creating suspicion among players and potentially shifting the influence from professional critics to content creators.
Reviews Featuring ‘Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku’, Plus New Releases, Sales, and Good-Byes – TouchArcade
This marks the final regular SwitchArcade Round-Up from TouchArcade, with the author moving on after eleven and a half years. The article features reviews of 'Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku' and 'Magical Delicacy', alongside summaries of new releases like 'NBA 2K25' and 'Shogun Showdown', and extensive lists of current and expiring sales.
We Spent 10 Hours Playing Marathon: What We Loved (and Hated) About Bungie's New Sci-Fi Shooter
This preview of Bungie's upcoming sci-fi shooter Marathon offers a glimpse into the first 10 hours of gameplay, highlighting both positive and negative aspects. The author also provides advice on how to use game reviews to inform purchasing decisions, emphasizing the importance of trusting specific reviewers and outlets.
Crimson Desert Release Times: When Can You Start Playing?
Crimson Desert will launch globally on March 19th or 20th, 2026, depending on the player's time zone. Pre-loading will be available 48 hours prior to release. Review embargo information is not yet official but is expected the day before launch.
Marathon mellanbra enligt kritiker, men Steam-spelarna gillar
Marathon has received mixed reviews from critics, with an average score of 75 on Opencritic and 70 on Metacritic. However, players on Steam have reacted much more positively, with 88% giving it a thumbs up. Daily player counts on Steam have peaked at 88,000, significantly lower than Destiny 2's peak.
Engagement Ring
Sega has stated that positive reviews for its recent game releases are not yet reflected in improved sales figures. The company is observing a disconnect between critical reception and commercial performance.
Round Up: GreedFall 2 PS5 Reviews Suggest a Rough Start for the RPG Sequel
The first reviews for GreedFall 2: The Dying World on PlayStation 5 indicate a decline in quality compared to its predecessor, with an aggregate score of 65 on Metacritic. Critics note a slow start and pacing issues, though some praise the characters and political storylines once the prologue is completed.
Nintendo’s recent Metascores aren’t a big deal – here’s why
This article analyzes Nintendo's recent game Metascores, arguing that lower scores for titles like Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Kirby Air Riders, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Mario Tennis Fever do not necessarily indicate a decline in quality. The author suggests that factors like the nature of the game series, player perception, and the difficulty of objective scoring contribute to these scores, with some games like Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment being considered better than their Metascores suggest.
South of Midnight Shows Off Critical Praise in New PS5 Trailer
A new trailer for South of Midnight highlights critical praise for the upcoming PlayStation 5 title, suggesting strong review scores. This 'Critical Acclaim' trailer indicates the developers are confident in the game's quality and may be aiming to build momentum for its release or sales.
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This article is a review of a game, focusing on its docked performance. The review is presented by The Wand Report.
Bungie ask Marathon critics to delay "full reviews" till the release of an endgame zone, and I am wistfully reminded of Vault of Glass
Bungie has requested that critics delay full reviews of its new game Marathon until a later endgame zone unlocks in March, a move the author likens to similar tactics used during the launch of Destiny. This request, while not a mandate, is seen as potentially influencing reviewers to soften their critiques, especially given that microtransaction details were also revealed late. The author expresses frustration with what they perceive as marketing manipulation, despite having enjoyed the parts of Marathon they have played.
FZ High on Life 2 Score – Gorm utökar ledningen
The game review website FZ has updated its high score list with the release of High on Life 2. The game currently holds an average score of 74 out of 100 on Opencritic. The article also mentions upcoming reviews for Styx: Blades of Greed and Resident Evil Requiem.
FZ High Score – Styx: Blades of Greed stannar på 73
Styx: Blades of Greed has received an average score of 73 out of 100 based on 44 ratings. The article also mentions the upcoming Season 8 of FZ High Score, which will feature Marathon and WoW: Midnight, and notes that Resident Evil Requiem is the last game to be rated for the current season.
Säsong 8 av FZ High Score igång – med WoW, Marathon, Crimson Desert m.m.
The eighth season of FZ High Score has begun, running until the end of March. Participants predict the average review scores for upcoming games like World of Warcraft: Midnight, Marathon, and Crimson Desert on Opencritic. The top three scorers will win exclusive t-shirts.
Something for the Weekend – 28/02/26
This week's gaming news includes the reveal of Pokémon Winds & Waves for Nintendo Switch 2, Nacon filing for insolvency, and Overwatch going mobile with Overwatch Rush. Several games received reviews, including Resident Evil Requiem which scored 9/10, and previews were released for Cthulu: The Cosmic Abyss and Dosa Divas.
Visit my YouTube channel!
The author is launching a YouTube channel called Mobile LAN Party to stream game reviews with their children. They invite viewers to join the stream and provide feedback.
Rising Stars – Gaming Blogger Spotlight #4
This article introduces the 'Rising Stars' series, designed to highlight new and lesser-known gaming bloggers to foster community growth. It features several bloggers, including Thomas for diverse genre coverage, Larissa for her early writing journey, Easha and Poppy for their Gwent and Witcher content, Kronick for World of Warcraft insights, Quin for MMO enthusiasm, and Reza for top lists and gaming advice.
Two Average Gamers - Non-Toxic Gaming for All
This article discusses the concept of 'average' gamers who play 3-7 hours per week and value quality over clout. It promotes a non-toxic gaming community and introduces a free app called SavePoint for tracking games and managing a backlog, aiming to help players focus on titles worth their time.
Two Average Gamers - Non-Toxic Gaming for All
This opinion piece advocates for a non-toxic, "average gamer" approach to gaming content, focusing on individuals with 3-7 hours per week to play. It emphasizes honest reviews, community building through Discord, and introduces an app called SavePoint for tracking playtime and curating game libraries.
