Summary Growing up in the ’90s was a magical experience that is remembered fondly by anyone that was lucky enough to be there. One large pizza from Pizza Hut and a visit to Blockbuster was all it would take to enable a perfect weekend. So which game was the most enticing for those young and older gamers of the time? Some games were too radical to pass up and others have a soundtrack that continues to worm its way into our brains....

Gaming is constantly changing with new software and hardware transforming how we design and play. There’s almost no way to predict what’s going to be successful, and it becomes a puzzle to figure out why. You can put two seemingly unrelated concepts together and create something that will stand the test of time while inspiring generations of new titles in the wake of its release. We frequently turn toindie gamesfor their creative spark, made by individuals and teams who hope to share their fun creations with those who are willing to play them....

Gamers have been buzzing aboutIO Interactive’sBondgame ever since we discovered it was in the works. It seemed like a perfect combination – IOI’sHitmangames are renowned for how they let their titular contract killer dispatch his targets in countless ways, and the series has always felt like a spy game because of its reliance on stealth, disguise, and creativity. In a recent State of Play, that Bond game was finally revealed to be007 First Light, an origin story of how Bond became 007....

Summary Ever sinceFromSoftwarereally burst onto the scene withDark Souls, arguments have been made overwhether soulslikes should have difficulty options. On one hand, you have people claiming that the game would be more accessible, as the difficulty of soulslike can make them unplayable for some, while on the other, some argue that the punishing nature of soulslikes is the whole point, as you overcome tough bosses through practice and patience. Despite the never-ending arguments, the vast majority of soulslikes these days tend to go without difficulty options, butLies of Pdeveloper Neowiz is now bucking that trend....

ThePokemon TCGmight feature some incredible cards that are easy on the eyes, but the complex ruleset wasn’t easy on our five-year-old brains. Instead of struggling to read through the complex rule book until we understood the ins and outs of the Pokemon TCG, we just made up our own streamlined rules that made playing games way faster and more approachable. If you were a genius child who played by every rule and mastered nuanced strategies, then you’re probably an exception, as most of us struggled to make sense of the rules....

Summary Take-Twoand developer Hangar 13 have blown the lid off ofMafia: The Old Countryat PAX East. To start,the game will release on August 8, and in a surprising twist, it won’t be a full-priced title, instead coming in at a very consumer-friendly $49.99. Not only that, butvia a new gameplay trailer, fans were able to get a glimpse of horseback riding, stealth and gunplay elements. Following the full-scale reveal, Hangar 13 also reaffirmed that Mafia: The Old Country will not be an open-world experience,something that was first alluded to back in December....

Marvel Rivalsmanaged todeal a huge blowtoOverwatch 2when it first launched, but eventually, the complaints started to pile up.Season 2 proved especially divisive, with many unhappy with the state of the game. While there has been some effort to address that, one of the most frustrating issues is still present in Season 3 - there are no placement matches in competitive. As a result, Marvel Rivals players complain that it’s taking far too long to rise through the ranks, as they feel that players get stuck in tiers that do not accurately reflect their skill....

It’s been almost 16 years sinceMinecraftlaunched, and the block-built game is still going. With theJack Black movie performing very well at the box officeandLego finally releasing a larger Minecraft set, it doesn’t look like its popularity is going to wane anytime soon. With that in mind, Mojang is set to launch Minecraft’s biggest visual overhaul tomorrow. The Vibrant Visuals update will rework the game’s lighting system, shadows, fog, and other elements to make the game look even better....

Mortal Kombat 2 hits theaters later this year and will build upon the modern-day attempt to turn the fighting game franchise into a fighting movie franchise. It’ll do that by adding even more iconic characters from the games, the most notable of which will be Johnny Cage, who now has his very own IMDb profile. Okay, that’s not technically true, as Johnny Cage isn’t technically real. However, Warner Bros. has made a mock-up of the fictional fighting actor’s IMDb profile that goes into a tremendous amount of detail about the MK character’s movie career....

Quick Links It’s a new day and that means a new puzzle wall to solve in the New York Times’sConnectionsgame. If you’re looking to save your streak and only want to nail down that last pesky category, don’t worry - we have all the hints you could need. You’ll find everything you need below, from vague hints as to what you should be looking for to the outright answers. Whether you’re looking for a nudge in the right direction or a sneaky way to preserve your blemish-free record, you’ve come to the right place....

Update: 04-07-2025 00:05 -Perfect Dark level designer Adam McDonald has admitted on social mediathat there is “some fake stuff” in the game’s last trailer, but claims that multiple elements - such as the parkour and hacking system - were real. Xbox just gave us arguably one of the worst daysthe games industry has ever seen in terms of studio closures and layoffs, withRare, Turn 10, and The Initiative all horribly impacted....

Pokemon TCG Pocket’s next big expansion will be rolled out next week, and some very detailed leaks and rumors have finally been confirmed to be real. The next set will be based on the Johto region, with the additions of powerful new cards featuring Lugia and Ho-Oh shown off in the set’s reveal trailer. When Pokemon TCG Pocket’s run began with a set all about the original 151 Pokemon, with a few cameo appearances from newer Pokemon, some might have assumed we’d be moving along in chronological order....

Quick Links Check out theGrow A Car codeslisted below to claim free in-game rewards and boosts; they will give you a helpful start as you jump into the game. Just remember, these Roblox codes expire quickly, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you may. Keep in mind that we’re always on the lookout for new codes and regularly update this list, especially after game updates, so you don’t miss out on the latest rewards....