Staff Dive Into Diverse Games, From Indies to Blockbusters
Gaming staff are exploring a wide array of titles, including tactical shooters like Star Wars: Zero Company and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. Many are revisiting or experiencing remasters of beloved franchises such as Elden Ring and The Lord of the Rings: War in the North. The team is also engaging with a mix of cozy life sims, challenging RPGs, and surprising indie gems.
Coverage across 2 outlets
What we've been playing - "Well this is embarrassing, we're wearing the same outfit!"
Several team members share their current gaming experiences. Connor and Chris are enjoying the tactical gameplay of Star Wars: Zero Company on PlayStation 5 and PC respectively, despite some bugs and performance issues. Dom is revisiting Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, finding it easier on a second playthrough, while Matt is giving FromSoftware's Nightreign another chance, slowly adapting to its fast pace.
What we've been playing - "Forget the classics: remaster the duds"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights experiences with Elden Ring on the Nintendo Switch 2, noting its portability despite occasional frame drops. The article also discusses a fun, surprise-remastered edition of The Lord of the Rings: War in the North on PlayStation 5, praising its immersive world and enjoyable co-op gameplay.
What we've been playing - "We're in danger of making this a regular thing"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature discusses several games, including the blob-merging puzzle game Sobosuba, the classic Minesweeper, and the social adventure game Big Walk. The article also touches on the philosophical question of player engagement in games that largely play themselves, using Vampire Survivors as an example, and mentions brief dabbling in The Lord of the Rings: The War in the North and Hades 2.
What we've been playing - "My Switch 2 sits watching me from my desk like the Green Goblin mask"
Several Eurogamer staff members share their recent gaming experiences. Dom is engrossed in the upcoming Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave on Nintendo Switch, while Connor enjoys Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5. Chris is still thinking about the Star Wars XCOM-like game, Star Wars: Zero Company, on PC. Bertie organized a successful community gaming session for the game Big Walk.
What we've been playing - "The dev team all moved to Hawaii to make this one, and you can tell"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights several games: Marie is enjoying the colorful shop management of Thrifty Business on PC, Connor is revisiting the open-world challenges of Dragon's Dogma 2, Dom is celebrating Final Fantasy 10's 25th anniversary with progression boosters on Nintendo Switch, and Kelsey is unwinding with the cozy yet spooky fishing and horror elements of Dredge.
What We Played – MineGeon, Black Ops & Heave Ho 2
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Heave Ho 2, 33 Immortals, Infinite Wealth, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Others reviewed titles like Planet Crafter, The Relic: First Guardian, The Mound, and Moonlight Peaks. Additionally, Call of Duty: Black Ops on PlayStation 5 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 were highlighted.
What we've been playing - "Gosh I had a really fun 30 minutes with Marvel Tokon before PSN went down"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights several games. Bertie revisited Assassin's Creed Odyssey on PlayStation 5, finding it aged but functional. Kelsey enjoyed the bird-watching co-op game Flock Around on PC and returned to Pokémon GO on mobile after a hiatus. Connor had a brief but fun experience with the Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls beta on PlayStation 5 before PlayStation Network went down.
What We Played – Culdcept Begins, Tears of Metal & Halo: Campaign Evolved
Several writers share their recent gaming experiences, including Culdcept Begins, Granblue Fantasy Relink, and a modded Elden Ring. Others have revisited Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, played new titles like Tears of Metal and Shards of Order, and explored classics on the AYN Thor. Remakes like Metal Gear Solid Delta and Halo, along with previews of 1666: Amsterdam, are also discussed.
What we've been playing - "He takes great joy out of my suffering"
This article features personal accounts of games played this week. Connor expresses frustration with a DLC for BioShock Infinite: Burial at Sea, calling it "terrible." Chris revisits The Elder Scrolls 3: Morrowind, appreciating its complexity, while Bertie discusses how spoiling 007 First Light for himself enhanced his enjoyment of the game's environmental design and dialogue.
What We Played – Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok, The Mound & Black Flag. Again.
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Granblue Fantasy: Relink on Nintendo Switch, Sonic Battle on Game Boy Advance SP, and Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. Other titles mentioned include Silent Hill 2, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, God of War: Ascension, The Mound, Moonlight Peak, XCOM 2, Balatro, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Red Dead Redemption 2, Echoes of Aincrad, Destiny 2, Split Fiction, Heave Ho 2, and 33 Immortals.
What we've been playing - "I can't sit and do nothing other than melt into my sofa"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences and inspirations. Kelsey is inspired by Hollow Knight: Silksong for embroidery projects, Bertie is impressed by the deliberate time management system in The Blood of Dawnwalker on PC, Marie is enjoying the romance and life simulation aspects of Moonlight Peaks on Nintendo Switch, and Matt highlights the clever fourth-wall-breaking in Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo.
What We Played – Iron Nest, Black Flag Resynced & Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Granblue Fantasy Relink, Iron Nest, and Rise of the Tomb Raider. Others delved into titles like Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth, God of War: Ascension, and Silent Hill 2, with one person expressing anticipation for a potential Silent Hill 1 remake. The article also mentions experiences with Black Flag Resynced, Bellwright, Balatro, Human Fall Flat, 33 Immortals, and the original Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War.
What We Played – Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro & Silent Hill 2
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro, and Silent Hill 2. Others have been engaging with Elden Ring mods, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, God of War: Ascension, and various indie titles like Balatro and Gecko Gods.
What we've been playing - "And no I don't mean sexy Barry White songs"
This week's "What We've Been Playing" feature highlights several games. Victoria shares her experience finishing Split Fiction on Xbox Series X, praising its unique boss encounters. Bertie discusses Bio Eden on PC, a game combining elements of Viva Piñata and Terra Nil, developed by Broken Arms Games. Sherif expresses reservations about the Onimusha: Way of the Sword demo on PC due to its lengthy animations and minimal challenge.
What We Played – The Adventures of Elliot, Control Resonant & Cat Quest 3
This week's gaming experiences include The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales, Control Resonant, and Cat Quest 3. Other titles played include Hot Wheels: Infinite Rush, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Tour de France 2026, Lost Castle 2, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Witchspire, Destiny 2, Copa City, Bellwright, Crimson Desert, The Necromancer's Tale, 007 First Light, Gothic Remake, God of War HD, Umineko: When They Cry, Touhou: Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom, Granblue Fantasy: Relink - Endless Ragnarok, Starseekers, and 33 Immortals.
What We Played – 007 First Light, Mina The Hollower & Gothic Remake
Several gaming outlets shared their recent play experiences, including 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, and Mina The Hollower. Other titles mentioned include Skull & Bones, Diablo 4, God of War, and the newly released Gothic 1 Remake. The article also touches on upcoming previews and reviews for various games.
What we've been playing - "The following day, I kid you not, our TV broke"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Bertie is enjoying Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team, finding its tactical gameplay similar to XCOM. Marie is playing Forza Horizon 6 and Lego Batman: The Legacy of the Dark Knight, appreciating the casual nature of Forza. Victoria recounts her TV breaking after discussing a new one with her husband while playing Split Fiction. Bertie also finds the linear action and pacing of 007 First Light refreshing.
What We Played – Lego Batman, Mina the Hollower & 007: First Light
Several gaming outlets shared their recent playtime, including Lego Batman, 007: First Light, and Necrophosis. One writer expressed strong dislike for the Resident Evil series' puzzle design and bullet-sponge enemies, while another praised 007: First Light as their favorite game of the year. Diablo 4 and Guardians of the Galaxy were also discussed.
What we've been playing - "I'd like to shout out a fun game you can only really do on the road"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Bertie discusses the impressive character musculature in Diablo 4's new expansion, Lord of Hatred, on PlayStation 5. Connor details playing Old School RuneScape on PC during a work trip and observing others play games like Balatro and Monopoly Go! on mobile. Kelsey mentions squeezing in sessions of Subnautica 2 on PC with friends despite moving house and the game being in Early Access.
What We Played – Digital Dragons, LEGO Batman & Forza Horizon 6
Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including attending the Digital Dragons event and playing various titles. Games mentioned range from upcoming indie titles like Mutter and Pit Panic to established franchises such as Forza Horizon 6, Skull & Bones, and Resident Evil Requiem. Updates were also provided on games like Necrophosis and Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced.
