Inventory Management
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Perfect Ten: Real inventory struggles that every MMO player knows all too well
This article explores ten common and often frustrating inventory management struggles faced by MMORPG players. It delves into issues such as the feeling of virtual hoarding, the chore-like nature of organizing items, the perpetual lack of space, and the difficulty of finding specific items when needed. The piece also touches on how these in-game limitations can uncomfortably mirror real-life organizational challenges.
Don’t Trust The Crew In Heavy Metal Death Can
Heavy Metal Death Can, a survival horror game developed and published by Krufs Productions, is now available on Xbox Series X|S and PC for £14.49. The game features a claustrophobic, retro-inspired experience set in late-1970s Sweden aboard a submarine infested with a monstrous crew.
Silver Pines Review – The Third Peak
Silver Pines is a debut survival horror game from Wych Elm that blends classic genre elements with puzzle-solving and adventure game mechanics. Players control a private investigator searching for a target in a mysterious town, navigating interconnected environments that require keys and codes. Despite some clashing gameplay mechanics and a story that doesn't fully escalate, the game's unique art style, rotoscoped animations, and strong atmosphere make it a compelling experience.
Fright Train is the best Call of Duty Zombies alternative I've played in ages, despite starring a dog
Fright Train is a unique survival shooter where players control Doug Barker, a dog soldier on a procedurally generated train in the Antarctic, battling zombies and environmental hazards. The game excels with its deep inventory management and tactical pocket system, offering a compelling alternative to Call of Duty's Zombies mode, despite its B-movie aesthetic and occasional eccentricities.
I have fallen to my own hubris
The author expresses regret over min-maxing in World of Warcraft by hoarding quests before a level cap increase to 30. They are now struggling with limited inventory space due to quest items, highlighting a personal hubris in their approach to the game.
How to increase your inventory in Valheim
This guide explains how to increase inventory size in Valheim following the 1.0 update. Players can purchase two inventory upgrades, 'Wider pockets' and 'Deeper pockets,' from the NPC merchant Haldor in the Black Forest biome for coins, adding a total of 16 extra slots.
Recension – Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault offers an addictive loop of dungeon crawling and shop management, drawing inspiration from Hades. While combat is familiar, the game shines with its smart inventory system and the rewarding experience of optimizing a store. The isometric perspective and modern visuals are well-suited to the gameplay, making it a compelling experience despite some desire for deeper shop mechanics.
Apex Legends Loot Guide: How to Loot Faster and Smarter
This guide provides practical tips for improving looting efficiency and inventory management in Apex Legends. It covers strategies for acquiring weapons, ammo, healing items, and attachments, as well as advice on managing death boxes and optimizing rotations, incorporating changes from Season 30.
Minecraft Dungeons 2 Gamescom Demo Showcases Intelligent Design Changes In Action
The Gamescom 2026 demo for Minecraft Dungeons 2 showcases intelligent design changes, including a new combat system with jumping and an improved inventory management system for co-op play. The game introduces a new world called The Sift, featuring a sprawling map with a lot to explore. The art direction and charm are highlighted as key elements that will keep players engaged.
Release Dates/Windows
This article announces release dates for several games. Cloudbreaker, an inventory management, bullet heaven, and roguelite game, is set to release on September 15th. Danchi Days also received a release date trailer, with its launch scheduled for October 29th. Fallen Tear - The Ascension is also mentioned.
Barda: Backpack Roguelike Is Now Available on Mobile
Barda: Backpack Roguelike, a new indie game developed by Jérôme Bodin, is now available on Android for $4.99. The game combines inventory management with roguelite progression, tasking players with climbing a massive mountain as a bird named Thömi. Players collect over 140 unique items, manage limited backpack space, and unlock new abilities through an Explorer's Tree.
Roguebound Pirates – Open Beta | Alpha Beta Gamer
Roguebound Pirates is an action roguelike where the player's grid-based inventory physically manifests as their ship's layout. Players embark on missions with varying objectives and rulesets, earning resources to build a pirate base, unlock new equipment, and design custom emblems. The game features multiple difficulties, diverse upgrades, and a large arsenal for high replayability, and is currently in open beta.
Can you increase inventory and carry capacity in Dune Awakening?
Dune Awakening currently offers no direct way to increase character inventory slots or carry weight capacity. Players can effectively transport more items by utilizing vehicles with expanded inventory modules, though these vehicles cannot be stored with items using the Vehicle Backup Tool. The limited inventory is an intentional design choice contributing to the game's survivalist theme.
Barda: Backpack Roguelike out on Nintendo Switch this week, new trailer
Barda: Backpack Roguelike will be released on Nintendo Switch on July 17, 2026, for $8.99. Developed by Mudita Games, the game combines inventory management with roguelite progression, challenging players to survive a mountain expedition by strategically packing their bags against hunger, fatigue, and madness.
BARDA: Backpack Roguelike launches on Nintendo Switch on July 17
Mudita Games announced that BARDA: Backpack Roguelike will launch on Nintendo Switch on July 17. This cozy backpack management roguelike challenges players to survive a mountain expedition by carefully organizing their inventory. The game combines inventory management with roguelite progression.
Assassin’s Creed 4 Black Flag Resynced Guide – Inventory Crafting Upgrades
This guide details all 17 inventory crafting upgrades available in Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag, including their resource requirements and unlock conditions. Crafting is unlocked after completing the mission 'This Tyro Captain' and can be accessed via the inventory menu. The guide also provides tips for resource grinding and purchasing materials from upgraded General Stores.
EverQuest Legends attempts to quell uproar over pre-order beta’s slashed inventory availability
Game Jawn project director Eda Spause addressed player concerns regarding reduced inventory availability and paywalled features in EverQuest Legends' pre-order beta. She confirmed that loadout unlocks will be available through gameplay and that achievements will grant rewards like increased tradeskill depot space. Spause also clarified that the inventory space in the closed beta was larger than intended and that the pre-order beta inventory is closer to the final product.
Bellwright Review
Bellwright is a survival game that attempts to differentiate itself by incorporating elements of Mount & Blade, allowing players to eventually avoid direct combat by raising armies. The game suffers from significant early-game issues, particularly with its inventory system and slow progression through the tech tree, making resource gathering a chore. While the ability to recruit NPCs to handle tasks improves the experience later on, the initial grind and clunky mechanics can be a major deterrent.
Rise Again - Update
The 'Rise Again' update introduces significant new content, including inventory upgrades, new damage types, and additional spells. This update aims to enhance player progression and combat variety.
DAICE Release Date Set for July 16 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
The turn-based inventory management game DAICE, developed by Aeterna Ludi and published by GrabTheGames, is set to release on July 16. Players control an AI Core managing spaceships in battles, utilizing dice-powered weapons and strategic inventory management. A playable demo is currently available on Steam.
