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The Best New IPs of the Generation
01
Jun
By Seasoned Gaming
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The Best New IPs of the Generation

Believe it or not, it's been nearly seven years since the the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One kicked off the eighth generation of consoles. In that time, we've played some truly incredible and memorable titles. As we approach the end of the generation, we wanted to take a moment to…
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Destiny Has an Identity Crisis
29
May
By Steve Esposito
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Destiny Has an Identity Crisis

Destiny 2 is on the brink of tying up loose ends within the latest season titled “Season of the Worthy”. A lot of mixed criticism has flown through the internet, but as we approach the new season starting in June, we are told of a major change coming to Destiny…
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The Importance of Music in Video Games
26
May
By Patrick Shields
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The Importance of Music in Video Games

The rush of storming the lair of evil doers, the crescendo of enacting that perfect heist, the emotional loss of a beloved character, through it all we take in the breathtaking graphics, admire the impeccable lighting, and enjoy the tight controls that engage us with the latest masterpiece of gaming.…
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The Psychology of Grinding in Video Games
21
May
By Patrick Shields
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The Psychology of Grinding in Video Games

Many moons ago I set off on an adventure unlike any I had ever experienced. It took place across a huge world, sprawling several continents and oceans. There were kings and princesses, magical towns, caverns filled with timeless treasures, and fierce monsters traversing every nook and cranny. I had never…
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Xbox Heading into Next Generation in a Position of Strength
15
Apr
By Ains
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Xbox Heading into Next Generation in a Position of Strength

One of my favorite things to analyze is the how the big three (PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox) continually adjust their methodology in relation to evolving market conditions. It’s fascinating, at least to me, to see how these billion dollar companies adjust to the trends that we, the players, set in…
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The Most Underappreciated Titles of the Generation
20
Feb
By Ains
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The Most Underappreciated Titles of the Generation

Later this year the gaming community will line up around the world to be the first to get their hands on a shiny, new Xbox and/or PlayStation 5. As this console generation begins to wind down however, we not only have some incredible titles that are yet to arrive, but…
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With the PS5 Approaching, it’s Time for Bloodborne 2
08
Jan
By Ains
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With the PS5 Approaching, it’s Time for Bloodborne 2

Over the course of the last decade, From Software has grown into a premier development studio. The success of the Dark Souls series speaks for itself and has influenced many games throughout the industry, both big and small. From's most recent release, Sekiro, was another critically acclaimed title that won…
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