Kalin Robert Hanninen-Freelance Features Writer

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Freelance Features Writer

December, 2022
PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
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About Kalin Robert Hanninen

Kalin is an enthusiast who began his gaming journey in the early 2000s. As a programmer, writer, and small-time developer himself, he graduated with a BS in Game Software Development from Baker College in 2022. He also has a deep fascination with all things Star Wars, Fallout, and alternate history.

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Screenshot from Dying Light 2 showing the player doing parkour behind another player.
What to Expect From Dying Light 2's Parkour Update

Dying Light 2's 2023 roadmap looks promising, and the game's parkour system seems to be one major feature getting an overhaul sometime soon.

Fallout 4's open-world map size compared to Fallout 76.
Fallout 4's Map Size Compared to Fallout 76's

In 2015, Fallout 4 was one of Bethesda's most dense open worlds, but Fallout 76's scale proves that the studio has the technology to go bigger.

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Major Gaming Events That Have Taken Place Between Dead Island 2's Reveal and Release

A sequel long in limbo, Dead Island 2 is finally a reality despite the gaming landscape changing dramatically since its initial announcement.

The story and systems behind Dead Island 2's Autophage.
Dead Island 2's Autophage Explained

At the beginning of Dead Island 2, players appear immune to the zombie plague, but the Autophage leads them to some important skills later on.

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What Makes Dead Island 2 Side Quests Worthwhile

Players can find a lot to like in Dead Island 2's various side quests, including rewards that add extra life to the zombie-infested setting.

Dead Island 2's characters compared to the original game.
How Dead Island 2's Characters Stack Up Against The Originals

Dead Island 2's playable roster adds a few zombie survival twists, allowing its characters to stand out in comparison with the original game.

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Immortals of Aveum's Star-Studded Cast Could Elevate its Story
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With a talented cast helming major roles in the story, the magic-slinging FPS Immortals of Aveum could prove to be quite an immersive journey.

The Outer Worlds 2's new star system can have unique character designs.
The Outer Worlds 2's New Star System Opens Obsidian's Character Designs Wide Open

In regards to The Outer Worlds 2's all-new NPC crew, the possibilities are nearly endless in a star system that's likely far from Halcyon.

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The Case for Arkane's Next Game to Be Deathloop 2

Arkane Studios has yet to confirm a sequel to Deathloop, a project that should be prioritized while the immersive sim genre continues growing.

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The Outer Worlds 2 Wish List

The Outer Worlds 2 may shine even brighter than its predecessor, as long as Obsidian focuses on what made its space RPG great in the first place.

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