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The Sims’ Project Rene Isn’t Going to Be For Everyone, But It’s Perfect For Me

With old-school Sims fans unhappy with the recent Project Rene leaks, I feel a bit guilty that I’m so excited about the game and its approach.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Absolutely Clears Battlefield 6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Campaign Absolutely Clears Battlefield 6's

While Battlefield 6 definitely put up a good fight, Black Ops 7 reigns supreme when it comes to this one specific feature.

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Naomi Kyle takes you through the best clips from your favorite games in CL1P IT!

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Predicting The Game Awards 2025 Game of the Year Nominations

Geoff Keighley has announced that the nominees for The Game Awards will be revealed very soon, and there are many options for GOTY 2025.

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After 540 Hours in Baldur's Gate 3, Here's How I Always Handle the Blood of Lathander

After over 500 hours in Baldur's Gate 3, here is my favorite strategy for claiming the powerful Blood of Lathander legendary weapon.

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After 120 Hours in Stardew Valley, Here’s My First Place Grange Display Fair Strategy

Mastering the Stardew Valley Fair grange display isn't about math; it's about balance and variety, and here's how I always take home first place.

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How One Choice in Dispatch Episode 7 Ruined My Blonde Blazer Playthrough

I was on track to have a perfect Dispatch playthrough with Blonde Blazer, and then one moment of hesitation in Episode 7 cost me everything.

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Why I'm Waiting for Borderlands 4's First DLC Before Going Back to It

Having finished Borderlands 4 previously, I've been biding my time until the first major DLC drops to return to it for a couple of reasons.

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Borderlands 4 Has Me Logging In for One Thing and It's Not the Endgame

Borderlands 4 had touted an endgame that I thought would keep me invested, but lately, I've been logging into the game for something else entirely.

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Arc Raiders' PvP Deaths Don't Make the Community Toxic

Arc Raiders stirs debate as players confuse design driven tension for toxicity, revealing how its harshest moments hide a truth some overlook today.

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I Miss the Version of Fallout 76 I Played 7 Years Ago

Though I can’t deny that Fallout 76 is a far better game in its current form than it was back in 2018, there was something special about the old days.

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I've Waited 6 Years for Sims-Like Paralives, but I'm Still Relieved It's Launching Small

After 6 years of waiting, Paralives has set realistic expectations for its Early Access launch. And I think that's the best move possible.

As Much As I Want Red Dead Redemption 3 to Happen, GTA 6 Could Change My Mind
As Much As I Want Red Dead Redemption 3 to Happen, GTA 6 Could Change My Mind

I hope Red Dead Redemption 3 happens, but with GTA 6 confirmed to be missing a key Rockstar component, the game may change my mind.

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Fallout 76: I Haven’t Completed a Single Main Quest Since Leaving the Vault, and I Regret Nothing

While it may not be the most conventional playstyle in Fallout 76, I’ve been avoiding major quests like the plague, and I’ve had a blast doing it.

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This Cheap Cozy Game Trades Hogwarts Drama for Shopkeeping—And It's Perfect for Me

If you've ever wanted to be an NPC in a fantasy game like Hogwarts Legacy, this whimsical indie title allows you to experience that dream.

Arc Raiders Has Made Me A Lot More Optimistic About the Future of the Genre
Arc Raiders Has Made Me A Lot More Optimistic About the Future of the Genre

With extraction shooters now growing more in popularity, Arc Raiders is quickly changing my perspective on the genre as a whole.

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Are GeForce Now and Xbox Cloud Gaming the Future of the Industry?

Video game streaming is getting larger and more reliable by the year, but does that mean it's on its way to surpassing traditional gaming?

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After Just 1 Week With ARC Raiders, I'm Already Convinced It's the Next Big Thing

My time with ARC Raiders has been more limited than most, but it's already given me multiple watercooler moments.

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As a Mercy Main, I’m Already Mourning Overwatch 2’s Next Midseason Patch

The midseason update for Overwatch 2’s nineteenth Season is expected to arrive soon, but as a Mercy player, I’m struggling to get hyped.

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After 2,084 Hours in The Sims 4, Here's How I Avoid Getting Bored

If The Sims 4's got you bored, I know the feeling, so here's how to make the game feel fresh again, even after over 2,000 hours of playtime.