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REVIEW: Dispatch
"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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Dispatch Review - Packs a big punch
Dispatch is a narrative choices matter game where you play as a fallen superhero who is now helping dispatch ex villians to help save LA.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:51 AM
REVIEW: Dispatch
"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that FBC: Firebreak's long-awaited roguelike mode is being delayed by a few months. @remedygames.com
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FBC: Firebreak delays its Endless Shift roguelike mode as "it still needs a bit more time"
FBC: Firebreak's upcoming roguelike mode, Endless Shift, has been delayed into next year as Remedy acknowledges it needs more time.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that FBC: Firebreak's long-awaited roguelike mode is being delayed by a few months. @remedygames.com
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INTERVIEW: Emma Tammi, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Director
"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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We chat with director Emma Tammi about Five Nights at Freddy's 2
We sat down with Emma Tammi to talk about her upcoming film, Five Nights At Freddy's 2, the sequel to the 2023 video game adaptation film.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:27 AM
INTERVIEW: Emma Tammi, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Director
"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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INTERVIEW: Masato Kumazawa, Producer on Resident Evil Requiem
"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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We speak with producer Masato Kumazawa about Resident Evil Requiem
Checkpoint sat down with Masato Kumazawa to learn more about how Resident Evil Requiem improves on the survival horror experience.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:17 AM
INTERVIEW: Masato Kumazawa, Producer on Resident Evil Requiem
"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Resident Evil Requiem
We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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Resident Evil Requiem Hands-on Preview - The terror that learns
The hands-on of Resident Evil Requiem shows that classic survival horror still delivers great terror with some new additions.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:15 AM
HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Resident Evil Requiem
We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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Want more Vampire Survivors? Well, this is a pivot you might not have been expecting...
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Vampire Survivors takes on a new form with Vampire Crawlers
Poncle has announced Vampire Crawlers, a rogue-lite, deckbuilding dungeon crawler set in the same world as Vampire Survivors.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Want more Vampire Survivors? Well, this is a pivot you might not have been expecting...
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REVIEW: Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE Review – Isekai power fantasy incarnate
Netmarble's Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE is a decent game held back by the sum of the many troubles that ail it
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November 22, 2025 at 2:25 AM
REVIEW: Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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REVIEW: Of Ash and Steel
"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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Of Ash and Steel Review - First draft
Of Ash and Steel feels closer to pre-alpha than early access, and certainly nowhere near ready for a full launch. The game’s loading screens and characters make it clear that the island of Greyshaft i...
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November 22, 2025 at 2:19 AM
REVIEW: Of Ash and Steel
"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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REVIEW: Constance
"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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Constance Review - Painterly platforming
Constance is a solid metroidvania. A detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishe
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November 22, 2025 at 2:15 AM
REVIEW: Constance
"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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The popular title has withdrawn from the "Best Debut Indie" category.
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Megabonk has withdrawn from The Game Awards 2025
Megabonk pulls out from The Game Awards 2025 after it was nominated for "Best Debut Indie Game" because its not vedinad's debut game.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:16 AM
The popular title has withdrawn from the "Best Debut Indie" category.
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REVIEW: Anno 117: Pax Romana
"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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Anno 117: Pax Romana Review - Dominus architectus
Anno 117: Pax Romana beautifully ressurects one of the most famous periods of antiquity in the next installment of its city-building series.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:33 AM
REVIEW: Anno 117: Pax Romana
"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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REVIEW: Winter Burrow
"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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Winter Burrow Review - Expectation can be quite a Watership Downer
Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:05 AM
REVIEW: Winter Burrow
"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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REVIEW: Kirby Air Riders
"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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Kirby Air Riders Review - What dreams are made of
Kirby Air Riders is a gorgeous and dazzling kart racer that is a must-play for Switch 2 owners looking for some breakneck speed racing fun.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
REVIEW: Kirby Air Riders
"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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Influential game developer and Interplay Entertainment co-founder Rebecca Heineman has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.
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The legendary and trailblazing game dev, Rebecca Heineman, has passed away
It's with great sadness to hear about the passing of video game royalty, with Rebecca Heineman losing her battle to cancer.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Influential game developer and Interplay Entertainment co-founder Rebecca Heineman has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is disappointing fans and doing weird stuff with the campaign.
In other news, water is wet!
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In other news, water is wet!
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Black Ops 7 launch misfires with AI backlash and disasterous sales
A rough launch as one of the weakest-performing games in the series, both in sales and player reception.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is disappointing fans and doing weird stuff with the campaign.
In other news, water is wet!
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In other news, water is wet!
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MOVIE REVIEW: Wicked: For Good
"It’s a faithful recreation, for better and worse, and for fans of the original theatre show, it’s hard to want for anything more than that."
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"It’s a faithful recreation, for better and worse, and for fans of the original theatre show, it’s hard to want for anything more than that."
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Cinematic Mode - Wicked: For Good stays true to its theatre roots
On its own, Wicked: For Good falters a bit, but consumed as a whole story, it remains one of the most compelling and heartfelt musicals ever.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:59 AM
MOVIE REVIEW: Wicked: For Good
"It’s a faithful recreation, for better and worse, and for fans of the original theatre show, it’s hard to want for anything more than that."
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"It’s a faithful recreation, for better and worse, and for fans of the original theatre show, it’s hard to want for anything more than that."
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REVIEW: Demonschool
"Demonschool is nonetheless a vivid, stylistic mesh of Argento and Persona that, alongside strong writing and a fun cast, was a great companion over a semester of time."
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"Demonschool is nonetheless a vivid, stylistic mesh of Argento and Persona that, alongside strong writing and a fun cast, was a great companion over a semester of time."
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Demonschool Review - Top marks
Demonschool gets high marks for its inventive and tightly designed combat system; it also offers assured, cohesive design and presentation.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:58 AM
REVIEW: Demonschool
"Demonschool is nonetheless a vivid, stylistic mesh of Argento and Persona that, alongside strong writing and a fun cast, was a great companion over a semester of time."
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"Demonschool is nonetheless a vivid, stylistic mesh of Argento and Persona that, alongside strong writing and a fun cast, was a great companion over a semester of time."
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EARLY ACCESS PREVIEW: Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
"...an endearing gameplay loop, thanks to the inherent variety of its gameplay systems; rich depth to its metaprogression makes for a gratifying experience."
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"...an endearing gameplay loop, thanks to the inherent variety of its gameplay systems; rich depth to its metaprogression makes for a gratifying experience."
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Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault evolves an already satisfying format
Store clerk by day, intrepid adventurer by night; the premise of Moonlighter 2 is as strong today as it was when its predecessor launched
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November 18, 2025 at 3:14 AM
EARLY ACCESS PREVIEW: Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault
"...an endearing gameplay loop, thanks to the inherent variety of its gameplay systems; rich depth to its metaprogression makes for a gratifying experience."
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"...an endearing gameplay loop, thanks to the inherent variety of its gameplay systems; rich depth to its metaprogression makes for a gratifying experience."
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REVIEW: The Berlin Apartment
"A gorgeous art style and heartwarming sentimentality make The Berlin Apartment an enjoyable experience, albeit one that struggles to stand against the genre’s best."
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"A gorgeous art style and heartwarming sentimentality make The Berlin Apartment an enjoyable experience, albeit one that struggles to stand against the genre’s best."
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The Berlin Apartment Review - A city of wonder
The Berlin Apartment is a lovely journey through history as players see the lives of several prior tenants of the titular apartment.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:09 AM
REVIEW: The Berlin Apartment
"A gorgeous art style and heartwarming sentimentality make The Berlin Apartment an enjoyable experience, albeit one that struggles to stand against the genre’s best."
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"A gorgeous art style and heartwarming sentimentality make The Berlin Apartment an enjoyable experience, albeit one that struggles to stand against the genre’s best."
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REVIEW: News Tower
"...with enough practice and learning the kinks, you’re able to build a thriving, well-oiled machine newsroom that feels reminiscent of the good old days."
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"...with enough practice and learning the kinks, you’re able to build a thriving, well-oiled machine newsroom that feels reminiscent of the good old days."
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News Tower Review - A thriving news room
News Tower is a newspaper management game where you launch your own newspaper. Will you dominate the journalism scene?
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November 18, 2025 at 3:08 AM
REVIEW: News Tower
"...with enough practice and learning the kinks, you’re able to build a thriving, well-oiled machine newsroom that feels reminiscent of the good old days."
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"...with enough practice and learning the kinks, you’re able to build a thriving, well-oiled machine newsroom that feels reminiscent of the good old days."
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The nominations for The Game Awards 2025 have been unveiled, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Ghost of Yōtei appearing to be the frontrunners. @thegameawards.com
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The Game Awards 2025 nominations have been announced
The Game Awards 2025 nominations have been announced, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 appearing the frontrunner with 12 nominations.
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November 18, 2025 at 12:51 AM
The nominations for The Game Awards 2025 have been unveiled, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Ghost of Yōtei appearing to be the frontrunners. @thegameawards.com
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Whispers in the Well brings spooky strategy to Disney Lorcana, and we love it!
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Whispers in the Well brings spooky strategy to Disney Lorcana
We checked out the newest Disney Lorcana set, Whispers in the Well, and found it adds a lot of spooky strategy to the table.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Whispers in the Well brings spooky strategy to Disney Lorcana, and we love it!
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FINAL HANDS-ON: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
"If things proceed the way they’ve been going, well, then it’s more than been worth the wait."
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"If things proceed the way they’ve been going, well, then it’s more than been worth the wait."
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Final Hands-on Preview - Space's coolest gal is back
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is a few short weeks away. In our final hands-on preview for the game, we've left excited about whats to come.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:40 AM
FINAL HANDS-ON: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
"If things proceed the way they’ve been going, well, then it’s more than been worth the wait."
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"If things proceed the way they’ve been going, well, then it’s more than been worth the wait."
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REVIEW: Possessor(s)
"Possessor(s) is hauntingly beautiful, but some unfair enemy design and stun issues drag the experience down"
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"Possessor(s) is hauntingly beautiful, but some unfair enemy design and stun issues drag the experience down"
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Possessor(s) Review – There's a demon living rent-free in my head
Possessor(s) is a beautifully crafted search-action game. While it has its issues, beneath these bumps is a game with a lot of merit.
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November 17, 2025 at 6:35 AM
REVIEW: Possessor(s)
"Possessor(s) is hauntingly beautiful, but some unfair enemy design and stun issues drag the experience down"
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"Possessor(s) is hauntingly beautiful, but some unfair enemy design and stun issues drag the experience down"
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