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Wahey, Enotria: The Last Song devs confirm they're now "working closely" with Microsoft to bring the soulslike to Xbox "ASAP"
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Stalker 2, As Told By Steam Reviews
Stalker 2 launched successfully despite development challenges, yet user reviews reveal mixed feelings about its execution and fidelity to the original series.
15 Years Later, No Left 4 Dead 2 Successor Has Replicated Its Secret Weapon
Left 4 Dead 2's engaging cast and unique mechanics continue to influence the co-op shooter genre even 15 years after its release.
2XKO fiends will have to wait until February to hear what's coming next in Riot's upcoming fighting game
The next playtest for the game is anticipated in late March 2025, with new characters expected to be playable.
Phasmophobia Developers Don't Plan To Add Ghostbusters Or Other IP To The Game
Phasmophobia developers confirm no plans for crossover content, focusing instead on delivering new features aligned with their game's vision.
A Fan Remake of The Original 'Fallout' Is No More, But There's Hope
The fan project Fallout: Vault 13 has ceased development, focusing on team well-being amid challenges.
Wahey, Enotria: The Last Song devs confirm they're now "working closely" with Microsoft to bring the soulslike to Xbox "ASAP"
Enotria: The Last Song's Xbox version is back on track after communication issues were resolved, thanks to community support and Microsoft engagement.
Helldivers 2 players famously once saved kids just because they didn't care about mines, so of course Arrowhead's whipped out some more as the latest MO reward
Players are skeptical about the new mine rewards in Helldivers 2, feeling it's another instance of studio trolling.
The community's choice to forego past mine rewards for charity highlights a blend of humor and altruism in Helldivers 2.
Helldivers 2 Players Crush Illuminate Invaders In Under A Week
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The Galactic Frontline News network is a fan effort to keep up with all things Helldivers 2
GoMan creates a comedic in-character news broadcast to keep Helldivers 2 players informed about game lore and updates.
As Arrowhead unleashes a "massive Terminid outbreak", Helldivers 2's napalm barrageless legions cite low morale as a factor in their latest defeat
Community frustration contributing to Helldivers 2 Major Order failure
Players experience low morale and frustration with game updates
Disconnect between Arrowhead's decisions and player sentiment
Helldivers 2 players famously once saved kids just because they didn't care about mines, so of course Arrowhead's whipped out some more as the latest MO reward
Players are skeptical about the new mine rewards in Helldivers 2, feeling it's another instance of studio trolling.
The community's choice to forego past mine rewards for charity highlights a blend of humor and altruism in Helldivers 2.
Helldivers 2 Players Crush Illuminate Invaders In Under A Week
The Helldivers 2 update introduced a new alien race, leading to significant player involvement and a quick repulsion of their invasion.
The Galactic Frontline News network is a fan effort to keep up with all things Helldivers 2
GoMan creates a comedic in-character news broadcast to keep Helldivers 2 players informed about game lore and updates.
As Arrowhead unleashes a "massive Terminid outbreak", Helldivers 2's napalm barrageless legions cite low morale as a factor in their latest defeat
Community frustration contributing to Helldivers 2 Major Order failure
Players experience low morale and frustration with game updates
Disconnect between Arrowhead's decisions and player sentiment
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Activision's anti-cheat software Ricochet mistakenly banned legitimate players, leading to controversy and restored accounts.
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Activision claims to fight cheaters in Call of Duty despite backlash and continual concerns from the community about the effectiveness of their methods.
The Full, Insane Story Of The Call of Duty: Black Ops Series
The Call of Duty: Black Ops series weaves a complex narrative that entices fans to delve deeper despite its absurdity and convoluted timelines.
The Call of Duty community's dumb new obsession with absolutely no base in reality? Skill-based damage
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PC modder removes annoying PSN account requirement for God of War Ragnarok
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Stalker 2 modders have mutant and weapon deg nerfing on the brain, as well as messing with time itself
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Still haven't replayed The Witcher 3 since the official upgrade? This 'NextGen Edition' mod improves the visuals even on the latest version of the game
The Witcher 3 mod enhances thousands of game assets, offering significant graphics upgrades and a comprehensive overhaul for players.
PC modder removes annoying PSN account requirement for God of War Ragnarok
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Stalker 2 modders have mutant and weapon deg nerfing on the brain, as well as messing with time itself
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Baldur's Gate 3 players have now downloaded "more than 50 million" mods since patch 7, and you've gotta thank the weirdos who call undead camp bloke daddy
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Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero Is Missing Some Of DBZ's Best Outfits So Fans Are Modding Them In
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Fans express frustration over missing costumes while modders supplement customization for the PC version.
Baldur's Gate 3 modders are delivering a "Wyll Cinematic Universe" to remedy "Larian's mistreatment" of the Blade of Frontiers
Fans of Wyll in Baldur's Gate 3 are creating mods to enhance his character experience and romance options.
At the League of Legends finals, I saw unmatched gaming talent and joy on 20,000 faces
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Trans Final Fantasy voice actor speaks out about the vile abuse she received
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Trans Final Fantasy voice actor speaks out about the vile abuse she received
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Ever Want Atreus To Shut Up In God of War Ragnarok? There's A Mod For That
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Diablo 4: Vessel Of Hatred, As Told By Steam Reviews
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The Entire Dark Souls Trilogy Is Discounted On PC
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