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Mars Evergreen
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Freelance contributor at @VideoGamerCom

https://www.videogamer.com/author/marsevergreen/

Has absorbed far too much gaming.
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Larian Studios' next RPG, Divinity, wants more diverse companions than the Baldur’s Gate 3 characters, but they need to stand on their own two feet.

#Divinity #BaldursGate3

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These Baldur’s Gate 3 characters are memorable but flawed, here’s how Divinity can be better
Larian Studios' next RPG, Divinity, wants more diverse companions than the Baldur’s Gate 3 characters, but they need to stand on their own two feet.
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January 27, 2026 at 4:39 PM
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The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake isn’t among Ubisoft’s cancelled games, instead being delayed, meaning more time to work on some improvements.

#AssassinsCreed #Ubisoft

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If the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake has been delayed, we should be grateful - VideoGamer
The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake isn’t among Ubisoft’s cancelled games, instead being delayed, meaning more time for improvements.
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January 26, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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With the 2XKO console release, we’re officially into the first season of 2XKO, and I’m begging Riot Games to please let me take a buddy online in 2XKO Duos.

#2XKO @2xko.riotgames.com

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2XKO console release is begging for couch co-op Duos - VideoGamer
The 2XKO console release officially signals the start of season 1. I'm begging Riot Games to please let me take a buddy online in Duos.
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January 24, 2026 at 4:34 PM
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Fallout Season 2 certainly wants to dress up in Fallout New Vegas’ setting, but it doesn’t understand Fallout, at least not Obsidian’s take on it.

#Fallout #FalloutSeason2

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Fallout Season 2 feels like a meaningless echo of Fallout New Vegas - VideoGamer
Fallout Season 2 certainly wants to dress up in Fallout New Vegas’ setting, but it doesn’t understand Fallout, at least not Obsidian’s take on it.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:46 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
The 2XKO roster is starting a little slim, but as Riot Games adds more 2XKO characters, we can hope that they have as much weirdness as these games.

#2XKO

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2XKO roster should aspire to the weirdness of Skullgirls, Soul Calibur, and others - VideoGamer
The 2XKO roster starts a little slim, but as Riot adds more characters, we hope they match the weirdness of these games.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:32 PM
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VideoGamer lists the ten best video game stories of all time for those looking to cry, laugh, or revel in meaningful artistic experiences.

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Best video game stories - Stories that will stay with you - VideoGamer
VideoGamer lists the ten best video game stories of all time for those looking to cry, laugh, or revel in meaningful artistic experiences.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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An immense range of new games are coming out in 2026. We’ve been through all the new game announcements to bring you the most promising upcoming titles.

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New games coming in 2026 - Your guide to the biggest upcoming titles - VideoGamer
We’ve been through all the latest announcements to bring you the most anticipated games coming out in 2026.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:33 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
Reupping my Final Fantasy 14 subscription was a joy, but boy, if MMORPGs aren’t convoluted as hell these days, something WoW manages a little better.

#FinalFantasyXIV #FFXIV

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Restarting my Final Fantasy 14 subscription is like riding the world's most complex bike - VideoGamer
Reupping my Final Fantasy 14 subscription was a joy, but boy, if MMORPGs aren’t convoluted as hell these days.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:12 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
The Pathologic 3 apathy and mania system turns survival into something more cerebral, creating a punishing game like a Dark Souls set in Silent Hill.

@icepicklodge.bsky.social #Patholgic3

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The Pathologic 3 apathy and mania system has me in a vice grip - VideoGamer
The Pathologic 3 apathy and mania system turns survival into something more cerebral, creating a punishing game.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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Riot Games has an opportunity to make a stacked 2XKO roster, but it’s hard to be excited for this fighter when I have to pay for each of the 2XKO characters. #2XKO

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Riot Games’ starting 2XKO characters roster feels miserly - VideoGamer
Riot Games has an opportunity to make a stacked 2XKO roster, but it’s hard to be excited when I have to pay for some 2XKO characters.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:04 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
While companies like Microsoft push for generative AI, increasing RAM costs caused by the AI bubble pose a serious danger to the video game ecosystem.

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Increasing RAM costs and a push for generative AI might be killing AAA video games - VideoGamer
While companies like Microsoft push for generative AI, increasing RAM costs caused by the AI bubble pose a serious danger to the video game ecosystem.
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January 19, 2026 at 1:06 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
The Warhammer 40k universe is as wide as it is deep, allowing for the best Warhammer 40k games to tell all manner of grimdark stories from varied genres.

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Best Warhammer 40k games - Top titles to satisfy your grimdark needs - VideoGamer
The Warhammer 40k universe is as wide as it is deep, allowing for the best Warhammer 40k games to tell all manner of grimdark stories.
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January 18, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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Highguard is just around the corner, and we’ve not gotten much news, but VideoGamer has suspicions as to what the PvP shooter has in store.

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The Highguard release date is almost here, but what can we expect when the devs have told us so little? - VideoGamer
Highguard is just around the corner, and we’ve not gotten much news, but VideoGamer has suspicions as to what the PvP shooter has in store.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:49 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
Sony AI has opened up a whole new era of video game censorship with its new patent, potentially creating troubling new problems for developers and consumers.

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Sony AI censor-bot raises serious concerns, aims to redact in real time - VideoGamer
Sony AI has opened up a whole new era of video game censorship with its new patent, potentially creating troubling new problems for developers and consumers.
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January 16, 2026 at 2:48 PM
mevergreen.bsky.social
I recently talked about how hard it is to assess games correctly at #TheGameAwards

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We unpack The Game Awards’ mixed history
The Game Awards 2025 is as contentious as ever, but Dispatch not making the cut is only the latest in a long line of missteps. VideoGamer explores exactly why this is.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Big news for those looking for a cyberpunk edge to their deck building roguelikes, Into the Grid from @flatlinestudios.bsky.social is in early access right now, and it's already shaping up to be a new obsession.

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This cyberpunk Slay the Spire will be your new netrunning obsession
Early access sci-fi card battler Into The Grid has plenty to offer those looking for a gritty, cyberpunk take on the Slay the Spire-style roguelike formula.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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I had the great pleasure to review #Dispatch, a stellar debut from @adhocstudio.com and a bet for many people's best games of the year.

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Dispatch review - Rise like a phoenix - VideoGamer
With every episode now available, the exceptional performances, meaningful choices, and stellar writing make Dispatch unmissable.
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November 15, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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Before the next #Dispatch episodes come out, I got to talk about how @adhocstudio.com got to lead the way on grown-up storytelling in gaming.

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Dispatch’s stellar reception shows our desire for grown-up games - VideoGamer
Dispatch had many Telltale Games fans excited before its release, and with its success, Adhoc Studio is showcasing the appeal of grown-up games.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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I tried playing as the #GhostOfTsushima in Crusader Kings 3 and it didn't go completely wrong!

@suckerpunchprod.bsky.social @crusaderkings.com

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Becoming the Ghost of Tsushima in Crusader Kings 3 didn’t quite go to plan
With Crusader Kings 3 All Under Heaven stretching the map to Japan, I tried to recreate Ghost of Tsushima, but it was more complicated than I thought.
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November 4, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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If you're a London-based @callofduty.com fan don't miss out on a uniquely immersive Matcha pop-up and a last chance for some #BlackOps7 gameplay before launch, on November 7.

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As Call of Duty Black Ops 7 gets a pop-up matcha bar, we ask, “What’s in a map?” - VideoGamer
As an upcoming Call of Duty Black Ops 7 map gets its own pop-up bar, we explore the design philosophy behind CoD's most exciting new level.
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November 4, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Very lucky to be able to showcase what I think are the best characters in video gaming over at VideoGamer. Completely objective, of course.

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Best video game characters – Your guide to the most influential figures in gaming history - VideoGamer
The best video game characters of all time not only move and shape us, but they also change the industry around them. Here’s our run-down of the very best.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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I recently wrote about Pokémon Legends Z-A and how it's wild we still don't have any voice acting for it. www.videogamer.com/pokemon-z-a-...
Pokémon Z-A's lack of voice acting is holding the series back
Pokémon Legends Z-A’s lack of voice acting stands out in a sea of cinematic RPGs. With Pokémon now on Switch 2, the series has never felt further behind.
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November 1, 2025 at 9:36 AM