Going Medieval's Save System is One of the Best I've Ever Seen
Going Medieval's save system makes managing your playthroughs a breeze—a must for colony sims and other games in challenging genres.
June 9, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
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Indie Bundle for Palestinian Aid - Our Top Picks
We break down some of our recommended picks from the Indie Bundle for Palestinian Aid, currently on Itch.io.
June 8, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
How a Charity Bundle for Palestinian Aid Raised $350,000 in a Weekend
We spoke with Alanna Linayre about how she assembled a Palestinian aid charity bundle on Itch.io that blew up overnight, containing over 1,000 items and raising over $350,000 in a weekend.
June 7, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Talking Zoop and Crowdfunding with Co-founder Jordan Plosky
Zoop is a new crowdfunding service launching today that assists creators with additional tools covering marketing, project management, and fulfillment.
June 7, 2021 | 08:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Dying for Dioramas
This Week In Valheim, we explore a mod that lets you enter a new realm, some cool dioramas, and an easy way to kill Deathsquitos!
June 5, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
Ultima: The Rise and Fall of an RPG Giant
Ultima is a name you may have heard of, but you're probably not too familiar with the tragic backstory to one of gaming's oldest franchises.
June 4, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Building Characters in Skyrim's Ordinator Mod
Ordinator is one of the most popular perk mods for Skyrim Special Edition. With so many new, suddenly viable character concepts and builds, it can be a bit overwhelming. Here are four fleshed-out ideas.
May 31, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Real Mead and Running Gauntlets
This Week in Valheim, we cover a deadly gauntlet that defends your base, a real Tasty Mead recipe, and the epic conclusion of a months-long fanart project!
May 29, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
How the Fallout Games Saved My Life
In the darkest time of my life, Fallout gave me something to reach for. This is a story of how this game series saved me from myself, and helped me discover how strong I really am.
May 27, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
The Appeal of Escapism in Gaming
This past year has felt like a whirlwind. How do we cope with things unraveling beyond our control? Our grief?
May 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
A Brief History of Dragon Quest
Approaching its 35th anniversary, Dragon Quest remains as one of the most influential, if not often overlooked, franchises in the history of video games.
May 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Big Bucks and Happy Little Trees
This week in Valheim, we check out some happy little trees, a lesson on dealing with Stone Golems, and the addition of a rather suspicious new plant!
May 22, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
In Praise of Mass Effect's Aliens
Mass Effect has some solid alien designs, even though, upon first glance, they are all pretty standard. The question is why is this the case? It ultimately has less to do with their physical designs, and more so how they are used to avert standard sci-fi tropes.
May 20, 2021 | 01:00 EDT
Video Games: Therapeutic Benefits of Fictional Worlds
It’s no secret that video games have therapeutic benefits, but we wanted to learn more. We spoke with Dr. Anthony Bean, a clinical depth psychologist and video game researcher.
May 20, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Mass Effect Legendary Edition's Only Notable Flaw
In the process of tweaking gameplay based on feedback, BioWare's stellar remaster goes a few steps too far in messing with the original Mass Effect's intent.
May 19, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
5 Valheim Buildings That Put Form Over Function
Looking for some cool Valheim building ideas? Check out these 5 Valheim buildings that are less about practicality and more about looking cool.
May 19, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
8 Games That Highlight Mental Health
Mental health is an important and sensitive topic. Luckily, there are plenty of games that depict these struggles and help shine a light on the matter.
May 18, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Spirited Away, Big Boats, and Heavy Metal!
We're back with This Week in Valheim! Come check out a cool build from Spirited Away, some pretty cool mods, and more in this week's edition!
May 15, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
6 Essential Valheim Buildings Everyone Should Have
There are countless images of Valheim buildings out there in the world. Here are some that are essential to your survival.
May 15, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
Understanding NieR Replicant and Yoko Taro
After spending several weeks in NieR Replicant I had a recurring thought. Did any of these new additions matter? The answer? It's complicated.
May 12, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
The 5 Best RPGs on Xbox Game Pass
From Kingdom Hearts to Skyrim, Xbox Game Pass is host to a haven for some of the best RPGs in gaming. Here are a few you should check out if you haven't already.
May 10, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Massive Mountains and Happy Bees
This week in Valheim, we check out some pretty big player builds, a cool new mod that adds a drawbridge, a shout-out to the happiest bees, and so much more!
May 8, 2021 | 11:00 EDT
The Steady Decline of Google Stadia
It's been over a year after Stadia's launch, and the platform's had a wild ride.
May 7, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Resident Evil Timeline: Chris Redfield's Journey to Village
Chris Redfield's had a long and arduous journey since his humble beginnings that fateful July evening. What's he been doing in the canon, anyway?
May 7, 2021 | 11:30 EDT
Itching to Play: Sizeable
Sometimes we wanna feel smart but we don't want to exert ourselves or stress out. Here comes Sizeable, a relaxing and pleasant puzzle game to go through when you need a break or simple escape.
May 6, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
9.6 Reasons We Want Lady Dimitrescu From Resident Evil Village to Step on Us
We all want the tall vampire lady from Resident Evil Village to step on us—but why?
May 5, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
This Week in Valheim: Better Building and Furious Fulings
This week in Valheim, we explore a better way to build, a furious charge of angry Fulings, and what may be the worst storage system design we've ever seen.
May 1, 2021 | 11:30 EDT
Nier Replicant's Technical Shortcomings
Nier Replicant Ver. 1.22 fixes some of the original's faults while radically overhauling its visuals. Despite the massive upgrade, it still doesn't look great, which is to be expected for a project of this scope. This makes its rendering setup on consoles and poor PC performance all the more confusing.
April 30, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
What We Hope To See In The KOTOR Remake
With KOTOR reportedly getting the remake that it deserves, there are a few additions or changes that we think could really bring the game into the modern era.
April 26, 2021 | 12:00 EDT
Vokabulantis and the Language Barrier: How It Broke Through
Although language is incredibly important to the foundation of Vokabulantis, it appears to be a smokescreen for something more intentional, something more tender.
April 19, 2021 | 12:00 EDT