Ains

Founder and Editor-In-Chief: Seasoned Gaming. Avid gamer and collector. Usually stanning FromSoft, Halo, and competitive games. Find me on Bluesky: ains@seasonedgaming.com
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Review : As Dusk Falls : Actions and Consequences
18
Jul
By Ains
Reviews

Review : As Dusk Falls : Actions and Consequences

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here As Dusk Falls is the first game from indie developer Interior/Night. Headed by Caroline Marchal, the former lead designer on Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Souls at Quantic Dream, Int./Night set out to create original, interactive stories in games. As Dusk Falls…
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Review : FOBIA – St. Dinfna Hotel : Hollow Threats
28
Jun
By Ains
Reviews

Review : FOBIA – St. Dinfna Hotel : Hollow Threats

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness." While beginning my review of FOBIA with a quote from Oscar Wilde wasn't my initial intention, this famous, full quote is far too fitting to ignore. Developed by Pulsatrix…
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Callisto Protocol Gameplay Highlights Summer Game Fest
09
Jun
By Ains
Latest News

Callisto Protocol Gameplay Highlights Summer Game Fest

One of my most anticipated games is Callisto Protocol. Striking Distance Studios, led by Glen Schofield, has an amazing range of talent and seems to have all the pieces in place to create a truly memorable, horror experience when it releases on December 2nd. Earlier today during Geoff Keighley's Summer…
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Xbox Announces New Ways to Interact with their Ecosystem
09
Jun
By Ains
Latest News

Xbox Announces New Ways to Interact with their Ecosystem

I've written extensively about Xbox's direction and where they are driving their gaming segment over the next several years. This morning, a few days before their next big showcase, they shared more details on those plans. As detailed on the Xbox Wire Blog, the Xbox team is focused on partnerships…
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PlayStation Prioritizing Investment into Live-Service Games
26
May
By Ains
Latest News

PlayStation Prioritizing Investment into Live-Service Games

Yesterday PlayStation held their Business Briefing and out of it came a wealth of information about the strength of the PlayStation brand, future investments, planned engagements, and more. You can find the full presentation here and while there are many facets to discuss (which we will do on Bitcast this…
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Gaming for Good
18
May
By Ains
Articles, Latest News

Gaming for Good

My son would have turned 21 today. Nearly four years after he was shot and killed, a day doesn't go by when he isn't thought of by my wife or me. As I've vocalized previously, it's impossible to convey the feeling(s), and it isn't something I would ever wish on…
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Review : Rogue Legacy 2 : A Breath of Fresh Heir
28
Apr
By Ains
Reviews

Review : Rogue Legacy 2 : A Breath of Fresh Heir

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here In 2013, a small, independent studio named Cellar Door Games released a game titled Rogue Legacy. It was their first commercial game and their take on a 2D Roguelite. And it was brilliant. The sequel has been a long-time coming. Originally released in…
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Review : Weird West : A Strange, Fascinating Trip
02
Apr
By Ains
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Review : Weird West : A Strange, Fascinating Trip

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here In the modern gaming industry, we are seeing a breadth of development talent unlike ever before. It's becoming common place for developers to earn their pedigree at major studios and then setup their own shop to focus on game development that better aligns…
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The Beginner’s Guide to Elden Ring
26
Feb
By Ains
Articles

The Beginner’s Guide to Elden Ring

Elden Ring is finally here and has taken the gaming community by storm. After receiving one of the highest review scores of all-time (my spoiler-free review here), players around the world have been enamored with it and we're here to help with our guide! However, there are seemingly millions of…
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Review : Elden Ring : Taking the Throne
23
Feb
By Ains
Reviews

Review : Elden Ring : Taking the Throne

FromSoftware's reputation in the gaming industry is well-established. While founded in 1986 and having released games since 1994, it was the Souls series that brought them mainstream recognition. Over the past decade-plus, their games, while considered niche for a time, were cherished by a select group of fans. With each…
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Review : SIFU : Beautiful Vengeance
06
Feb
By Ains
Reviews

Review : SIFU : Beautiful Vengeance

You can find Seasoned Gaming’s review policy here Revenge. It's a tale as old as time, and one that's been told in countless ways. SIFU, the latest title from developer Sloclap (Absolver), is another such journey. In fact, it's been one of the most trying, yet rewarding, journeys I've taken through…
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