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Anima Gate of Memories RPG Series Getting Remastered For Nintendo Switch 2, Other Consoles and Steam

The Spanish indie studio Anima Project has announced that their classic RPGs, Anima: Gate of Memories One and Two, will be fully remastered and made available for the new Nintendo Switch 2 console. They will also be remade for the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles and for the PC through Steam. The Anima: Gate of Memories I and II Remaster will launch in this fall for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Steam, while the Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for 2026. The remastered project will bring both titles together for the first time into a … Continue reading Anima Gate of Memories RPG Series Getting Remastered For Nintendo Switch 2, Other Consoles and Steam

Free League Publishing Launches Two Major Dragonbane RPG Expansion Projects on Kickstarter

Free League Publishing launched not one, but two beautifully illustrated and finely crafted expansions for the multiple award-winning Dragonbane RPG on Kickstarter: Arkand City of Waves and Flames and the Book of Magic. The campaign was fully funded in less than ten minutes, surpassing its initial goal of $25,000 and raising over $75,000 in the first half hour. The Kickstarter includes a series of exciting stretch goals, ranging from a beautiful, foldable map of the city of Arkand to a high-quality plastic miniature of Master Akelius, a mysterious and remarkable new character featured in Arkand – City of Waves and … Continue reading Free League Publishing Launches Two Major Dragonbane RPG Expansion Projects on Kickstarter

Microprose Deploys Dagger Directive Tactical Shooter To Steam Early Access

MicroProse and developer Arcane Alpacas LLC are excited to announce that Dagger Directive, the tactical first-person shooter that puts mission planning and execution in the hands of the player, is now officially available in Early Access on Steam. Blending modern tactical gameplay with a nostalgic old-school aesthetic, Dagger Directive puts players in command of elite international operatives carrying out high-stakes missions across the globe. With its distinctive retro-inspired visuals and deep sandbox mechanics, the game offers a fresh-yet-familiar experience for fans of classic tactical shooters. Players will step into the boots of a Task Force Dagger operative and take on … Continue reading Microprose Deploys Dagger Directive Tactical Shooter To Steam Early Access

How Traditional Gaming Mechanics Are Changing the Casino Floor

Walk onto any modern casino floor today, and you’ll hear something different. Gone are the days when slot machines simply clinked and chimed with mechanical precision. Now there’s a symphony of achievement notifications, level-up sounds, and victory fanfares that wouldn’t sound out of place in your favorite video game. This isn’t just cosmetic window dressing. We’re witnessing a fundamental shift in how people interact with slot machines, driven by a gamification market that’s expected to hit $30.7 billion by 2025, growing at 27.4% annually. More telling? Research found that 68% of players now show increased loyalty to casinos offering gamified … Continue reading How Traditional Gaming Mechanics Are Changing the Casino Floor

Gaming Rules and Regulations: The Rise of New Casinos Without a Swedish License

The online casino industry is witnessing a significant transformation with the rise of new casinos without Swedish licenses. This trend is reshaping the gaming landscape, offering players alternative platforms that operate outside the traditional Swedish regulatory framework. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial for those interested in the evolving dynamics of online gambling. The emergence of casinos without Swedish licenses is driven by several factors, including technological advancements and changing consumer preferences. These platforms provide players with a wider array of gaming options, often featuring innovative games and unique bonuses that are not available under stricter regulations. As a result, these … Continue reading Gaming Rules and Regulations: The Rise of New Casinos Without a Swedish License

How RNG Became the Most Loved and Hated Mechanic in Gaming

Random Number Generation, or RNG, is the silent architect behind countless moments in gaming. From critical hits in RPGs to legendary drops in loot shooters, RNG dictates outcomes that feel spontaneous, exhilarating, or downright frustrating. It’s a system built on chance, yet it has shaped game design, monetization models, and even the emotions of players for decades. A Brief History of RNG in Gaming RNG isn’t new. Early games like Rogue and Dungeons & Dragons-inspired RPGs used procedural generation and chance-based events to deliver variety. The goal was to create replayability without having to manually design thousands of outcomes. By … Continue reading How RNG Became the Most Loved and Hated Mechanic in Gaming

From Skill to Luck? What Gamers Can Learn from Platforms Like Casinowings

Gamers spend years mastering mechanics—frame-perfect inputs, timing windows, map control, resource cycles. It’s all part of understanding a system and working within it to gain an edge. Casino platforms can appear unrelated at first; however, the fundamental principle remains: success depends on grasping the rules and applying logic. Here, the language of probability and risk isn’t far from the decision-making frameworks found in competitive games. Casinowings presents this with surprising clarity—much like the breakdowns you might look for before plunging into a new season of ranked play, the platform assembles overviews, ratings and guides that sort complex options into something … Continue reading From Skill to Luck? What Gamers Can Learn from Platforms Like Casinowings

Call of Duty Endowment in Partnership With USAA Celebrates Military Appreciation Month

To celebrate placing more than 150,000 veterans into high-quality jobs, the Call of Duty Endowment (C.O.D.E.), in partnership with USAA, has kicked off C.O.D.E. Military Appreciation Month, a month dedicated to honoring and thanking those who’ve served. This year, C.O.D.E. is introducing its first-ever in-game pack inspired by two real-life veterans: First Sergeant (Ret.) Korey Staley and Captain (Ret.) Florent “Flo” Groberg (Medal of Honor recipient and inspiration for the C.O.D.E Fearless Pack in Modern Warfare). Both service members exemplify the courage and commitment of those who serve. To recognize their service, the Call of Duty Endowment and USAA are … Continue reading Call of Duty Endowment in Partnership With USAA Celebrates Military Appreciation Month

Launch Date Announced for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad

Netmarble and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announced the launch date for the highly anticipated action-adventure RPG title Game of Thrones: Kingsroad – currently scheduled for May 21. A new trailer celebrates its upcoming release across all mobile platforms, as well as on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, and Windows Launcher. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad is set to launch across various territories in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and the Middle East. Launch timing for Asia will be announced this year. Steam players who would like to start their journey now can purchase a Founder’s Pack that offers Early … Continue reading Launch Date Announced for Game of Thrones: Kingsroad

Dystopian Spin Off Beholder: Conductor Releases on Steam

Beholder: Conductor has released for PC via Steam. Alawar’s gripping new spin-off in the acclaimed Beholder series invites players into the role of a senior conductor on the Ministry’s prized train, the Determination Bringer. With every passenger, every ticket, and every decision, the stakes rise. Check out the launch trailer below. In Beholder: Conductor, you’re not just checking tickets—you’re monitoring lives. As a loyal servant of the all-seeing Ministry, it’s your job to keep order on board, enforce regulations, and complete critical (and often morally murky) assignments. Whether it’s searching baggage, ejecting fare-evaders, or reporting shady passengers, your every move … Continue reading Dystopian Spin Off Beholder: Conductor Releases on Steam