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The Best and Worst Sports Games of the Last 20 Years

Sports games have come a long way from the early days of Pong and arcade games. These days, gamers are treated to realistic graphics, innovative concepts and incredible gameplay. Not all have hit the mark on release though – these six games from the last 20 years sit at opposite ends of the spectrum, ranked from best to worst. Best: FIFA ‘07  It’s a global phenomenon for good reason so it’s fair to say that any of the FIFA games could have made this list. But, fans are often particularly fond of the ’07 edition what saw the graphics bump … Continue reading The Best and Worst Sports Games of the Last 20 Years

Why Casino Games will Never Go out of Fashion

In the world that we live in, there are always trendsetters and those who follow the trend. Due to this, the trends always tends to change form from time to time. As everyone wants to stand out and make a name for themselves. However, there is a trend that was set in motion way back. This trend is so old that the origins are so hard to find. And this is the trend of casino games. The Casino Games Trend People started playing casino even before they knew they were casino games. As a result, the trend was set in … Continue reading Why Casino Games will Never Go out of Fashion

Interesting Reasons to Play Poker Online

Playing online Poker allows you to hone your skills and stay sharp. Yes, you can do this at a land-based casino but you definitely need the comfort of being able to do it from the comfort of your own home. Below, we discuss why you should play Poker online. Why Play Poker Online Here are a few reasons why you should play Australian pokies online or Poker online. Read on! Get Your Feet Wet This point mainly applies to newbies. You get the chance to play Poker for free first so that you can test the waters. That means when … Continue reading Interesting Reasons to Play Poker Online

Funcom Reveals Cosmic Horror Game: Moons of Madness

Publisher Funcom and the developers at Rock Pocket Games today announced Moons of Madness, a cosmic horror game coming to PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 during the Halloween season this year. Set on Mars in a not-so-distant future, Moons of Madness mixes the scientific exploration of the red planet with the supernatural dread of Lovecraftian horror. Some might recognize Moons of Madness from before as developer Rock Pocket Games have previously shown early footage from an in-development prototype version. After Funcom came onboard, the two Norwegian studios got together and took the initial concept to new heights through expanded … Continue reading Funcom Reveals Cosmic Horror Game: Moons of Madness

Cyberpunk Dungeon Crawler Conglomerate 451 Announced

Today, 1C Entertainment and developer RuneHeads are excited to unveil their brand new game and an evolution of the classic, first-person dungeon crawler genre, datamoshed together with a cyberpunk twist. Say hello to Conglomerate 451 and goodbye to the limits of your human vessel, because this futuristic RPG will arrive on Steam Early Access (PC) soon. Embracing its grid-based, dungeon crawling RPG roots, Conglomerate 451 offers players an evolution of one of gaming’s most beloved genres. Tasked with taking down the corrupt corporations that threaten sector 451 of Conglomerate city, establish and manage a crack team of cloned agents, altering … Continue reading Cyberpunk Dungeon Crawler Conglomerate 451 Announced

From Software’s Latest Masterpiece Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Now Available

Gamers worldwide will embark on an unforgettable journey that makes death an enemy and ally in the highly-anticipated videogame, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. Directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki of FromSoftware (Dark Souls and Bloodborne), Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice launches today as an epic adventure that introduces players to a beautifully dark world filled with brutal enemies, intense sword combat, and engrossing vertical exploration! The game is now available on PlayStation 4; PlayStation 4 Pro; the family of Xbox One devices from Microsoft, including the Xbox One X; and PC via Steam. Players will discover an all-new gaming experience in Sekiro: Shadows … Continue reading From Software’s Latest Masterpiece Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Now Available

It’s Back! Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Announced

One of the most beloved RPGs of all time, Vampire The Masquerade: Bloodlines, is finally getting a sequel. Paradox Interactive today at the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco revealed Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2, a role-playing game (RPG) set in a Seattle faithfully reimagined in the World of Darkness. The game is currently in development and will launch on PC and consoles in 2020. Developed by Hardsuit Labs, Bloodlines 2 is the successor to the iconic RPG Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines, featuring reactive storytelling, fast-paced melee combat, and intriguing characters with their own hidden motives. Players will … Continue reading It’s Back! Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Announced

Mutant Year Zero Coming to Nintendo Switch

During today’s Epic keynote at the Game Developer Conference in San Francisco, publisher Funcom and the developers at The Bearded Ladies announced from the stage that Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is finally making its way to Nintendo Switch and that the date to mark in your calendar is June 25th, 2019. It was also announced that the Nintendo Switch version will come with an expansion DLC that will also be available for purchase on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Lastly, it was announced that a retail Deluxe Edition will also release on June 25th for Xbox One, … Continue reading Mutant Year Zero Coming to Nintendo Switch

BASE jumper Clair Marie Recreates Lara Croft Stunts in Film

Square Enix is proud to present the feature length film, “The Making of a Tomb Raider.” Previously debuted as a unique in-cinema event, the Lara Croft inspired movie follows renowned BASE jumper Clair Marie as she recreates iconic action sequences from Tomb Raider. Relive memorable scenes from the 2013 release of Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and the recently released Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Watch as Clair scales up jagged rock faces and performs exciting moves like the classic Lara Leap. Coinciding with the film’s release, players can enjoy a weeklong digital sale of Shadow of the … Continue reading BASE jumper Clair Marie Recreates Lara Croft Stunts in Film

Institute of Play Founder Katie Salen to Keynote Serious Play Conference Montreal

Katie Salen, Founder of both The Institute of Play and Connected Camps, an online learning platform powered by youth gaming experts, will keynote Serious Play Conference’s Montreal conference on game-based learning July 10-12, 2019. Salen will discuss the role of Minecraft, a sandbox video game created by Swedish game developer Markus Peterson, reimagined by Microsoft for use in schools, today widely used to teach children computer coding as well as classroom subjects ranging from science to the arts. Salen will discuss the game’s role in “Raising a Generation of Good Gamers.” The international conference, hosted by the University of Quebec … Continue reading Institute of Play Founder Katie Salen to Keynote Serious Play Conference Montreal