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Acclaim Planning Aggressive Relaunch into the Game Industry

Acclaim announced the first “Play Acclaim” showcase and released a new teaser video. The Play Acclaim Showcase will take place on the official Acclaim YouTube channel on September 10th. Coming hot on the heels of last week’s social media reveal, it hints at what’s next for the brand. This tantalizing tease offers a fleeting glimpse of Acclaim’s upcoming lineup of titles while celebrating the brand’s unforgettable legacy. Blink and you might miss it. Hidden in the static, behind the glow of CRT screens, are the titles that will lay the foundation for this exciting new chapter for Acclaim. This tantalizing … Continue reading Acclaim Planning Aggressive Relaunch into the Game Industry

Indie Comics Creators Flocking To Baltimore Comic-Con

The Baltimore Comic-Con makes its annual return to the Inner Harbor’s Baltimore Convention Center on October 17-19, 2025. The Baltimore Comic-Con announces the appearance of indie comics creators Vito Delsante, Dan Goldman, Dean Haspiel, Charlie McElvy, Jim Rugg, and Don Simpson. Tickets to the show can now be purchased online. Some of the indie guests include: Vito Delsante is a comic book writer, letterer, and editor. He is best known for his creator-owned superhero story, Stray, with co-creator, Sean Izaakse (Challengers of the Unknown) and is the editor-in-chief of Blind Squirrel Comics, where he is currently writing and editing the … Continue reading Indie Comics Creators Flocking To Baltimore Comic-Con

Why Crash Games Like Aviator Win Big with Simplicity

What if the real innovation in online gaming isn’t 3D graphics, huge jackpots, or celebrity-branded slots, but simplicity? While the iGaming world is filled with complex features, bonus rounds, and game modes, one of the most successful formats quietly keeps things razor sharp: crash games. These aren’t your traditional slots or roulette clones. Crash games, especially Aviator, strip everything back to a single mechanic. A line climbs. A multiplier grows. Players decide when to cash out. Blink too late, and the line crashes. That’s it. No wilds, no spins, no confusing rules. And it’s working. A Simple Game That Keeps … Continue reading Why Crash Games Like Aviator Win Big with Simplicity

Dread Delusion Creator Announces New Entropy RPG

After the success of their open-world dark fantasy RPG, Dread Delusion, Lovely Hellplace is once again working with indie horror publisher, DreadXP, to bring their newest title, Entropy, to life. Embracing the retro aesthetic of their first major release, with a new flavor of unsettling locales and disturbing creatures, Entropy trades real-time, first-person combat for tactical turn-based battles inspired by classic JRPGs, featuring a party of up to six adventuring mercenaries faced with staving off the demonic invasion of their world. In this dying age, only pockets of humanity remain. There was no grand apocalyptic event to speak of; only … Continue reading Dread Delusion Creator Announces New Entropy RPG

Amberland II: The Song of Trees Classic RPG Launches for Switch and Steam

Pineapple Works, together with Silver Lemur Games, Polish developer of the Legends of Amberland series, are happy to announce that Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees has just launched digitally on Nintendo Switch for $19.99. Legends of Amberland II: The Song of Trees is a classic western dungeon crawler RPG inspired by the games from the 90s like Might and Magic, Wizardry, Ultima Underworld, the Gold Box series and others. Using the classic first-person perspective, over grid movement, turn-based system to travel in an open world with fast travel options and a quick combat. Sequel to Legends of … Continue reading Amberland II: The Song of Trees Classic RPG Launches for Switch and Steam

How to Complete the Battle Pass Faster in Fortnite

A lot of people who play Fortnite can’t wait to get all the perks in the Battle Pass every season. The skins, emotes, and other cosmetic elements make the game more entertaining and unique. But it takes time and work to get to the last level. Some players can accomplish the Battle Pass fast, but others have a hard time getting to the higher levels. The good news is that you can move up considerably faster if you have a good plan and spend your playtime wisely. Let’s talk about some simple and useful approaches to get there. Understanding What … Continue reading How to Complete the Battle Pass Faster in Fortnite

Toplitz Releases New Trailers For Upcoming Permafrost and Vampires: Bloodlord Rising Games

Toplitz Production continues their Gamescom festivities with a double-barrel of excitement. Following the release of the showreel last Friday, the German publisher proudly unleashes new trailers for Permafrost and Vampires: Bloodlord Rising. With both titles slated for a release later this year as well as being an integral part of the Gamescom activities of Toplitz Productions, the new trailers give you a glimpse into the beautifully crafted worlds and the diverse gameplay that Permafrost and Vampires: Bloodlord Rising have to offer. Emerging from the shadows, brimming with gothic charm and blood-soaked fights, we invite you to dark and broody Sangavia … Continue reading Toplitz Releases New Trailers For Upcoming Permafrost and Vampires: Bloodlord Rising Games

Joe Manganiello’s HeroQuest The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Expansion Now Available

The premium expansion for the HeroQuest board game, The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness, created by Joe Manganiello, is now available on Amazon. This premium version of The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness, previously only available to crowd funders of the HeroQuest relaunch, offers 10 new quests designed by Joe Manganiello, that will have you and your companions venturing into darkness, vanquishing terrible foes, and encountering unlikely allies as you journey deep underground in search of a long-lost crypt, rumored to contain a powerful artifact. Along with the 10 epic quests, this thrilling expansion also features: • 1 metallic black dragon miniature … Continue reading Joe Manganiello’s HeroQuest The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Expansion Now Available

4 Things Modern Games Can Learn from Legacy Titles

Modern game makers have the benefit of being able to produce games for highly advanced systems with powerful processors and GPUs, as well as improved audio, online connectivity, and a host of other features. But, newer doesn’t always mean better – take Sony’s Concord as an example. It cost a reported $400m but was taken offline two weeks after its launch, and all sold copies were refunded. But could Sony have learned anything from previous generations of game makers? Retro Gaming Popularity Retro gaming has a hardcore following, and when rumors of remastered or remade games like Gears of War … Continue reading 4 Things Modern Games Can Learn from Legacy Titles

WoW TWW Mythic Plus Dungeons Tier List for 2025

Introduction — Why a Tier List Matters Right Now The first two seasons of World of Warcraft: The War Within (TWW) have already reshaped the end-game. Season 1 gave us the “trial run” pool packed with brand-new Khaz Algar instances and a handful of blasts from expansions past. Season 2 (live since February 2025) shook things up again, adding the surprise newcomer Operation: Floodgate and rotating in fan favorites like The MOTHERLODE!! and Theater of Pain. If you push keys, sell carries, or just want to know which dungeons are worth your limited game time, a tier list helps you … Continue reading WoW TWW Mythic Plus Dungeons Tier List for 2025