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Potion Explosion is an engaging multiplayer game that combines strategy and fun through marble mechanics and potion crafting, perfect for social gatherings.

Just 32 Things That'll Make Your Home Fun Central

Unstable Unicorns is a fun strategy game that encourages friendly sabotage among players, while the Dali-inspired clock is a creative and functional piece.

Unstable Unicorns brings friends together through strategy and humor, and the Dali clock adds a touch of surrealist art to home decor.

Heroscape: Master Set - Age of Annihilation Review

Heroscape is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a revival through Renegade Games, featuring updated gameplay and components.

Avatar: The Last Airbender - Aang's Destiny Review

Avatar: The Last Airbender - Aang's Destiny offers fans a cooperative deck-building experience with beloved characters and strategic gameplay.

Top 10 Board Games of 2024

Top 10 Board Games of 2024 highlights diverse gaming styles, balancing thematic and strategic preferences.

Deep Shelf Review

Deep Shelf cleverly combines underwater exploration with competitive strategy, drawing inspiration from classic sci-fi horror themes.

Potion Explosion Review

Potion Explosion is an engaging multiplayer game that combines strategy and fun through marble mechanics and potion crafting, perfect for social gatherings.

Just 32 Things That'll Make Your Home Fun Central

Unstable Unicorns is a fun strategy game that encourages friendly sabotage among players, while the Dali-inspired clock is a creative and functional piece.

Unstable Unicorns brings friends together through strategy and humor, and the Dali clock adds a touch of surrealist art to home decor.

Heroscape: Master Set - Age of Annihilation Review

Heroscape is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a revival through Renegade Games, featuring updated gameplay and components.

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#assassins-creed

Back to the feudal: Assassin's Creed Shadows is the most beautiful game I've ever seen

Assassin's Creed Shadows revitalizes the series with enjoyable parkour and combat, set in 16th-century Japan.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Falls Frustratingly Short Of Greatness

The charm of visiting Shinto Shrines in Assassin's Creed Shadows fades due to repetitive gameplay.

Assassin's Creed Could Have Just Given Us 2025's Best Open-World Adventure

Assassin's Creed Shadows strives to balance exploration and historical storytelling, satisfying diverse fan expectations amid Ubisoft's series identity concerns.

Back to the feudal: Assassin's Creed Shadows is the most beautiful game I've ever seen

Assassin's Creed Shadows revitalizes the series with enjoyable parkour and combat, set in 16th-century Japan.

Assassin's Creed Shadows Falls Frustratingly Short Of Greatness

The charm of visiting Shinto Shrines in Assassin's Creed Shadows fades due to repetitive gameplay.

Assassin's Creed Could Have Just Given Us 2025's Best Open-World Adventure

Assassin's Creed Shadows strives to balance exploration and historical storytelling, satisfying diverse fan expectations amid Ubisoft's series identity concerns.

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#roguelike

Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelike

Haste: Broken Worlds offers an exhilarating speed-focused gameplay experience with minimal tutorial and instant immersion.

Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delight

Knights in Tight Spaces offers an expansive sequel experience, combining strategy and style in turn-based combat.

Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'

Reignbreaker offers a punk twist on Hades' combat while providing deeper exploration and varied battle mechanics.

I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn Thing

Metal Slug Tactics reimagines the strategy RPG genre with roguelike elements, unique character mechanics, and intense, adaptable combat.

Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelike

Haste: Broken Worlds offers an exhilarating speed-focused gameplay experience with minimal tutorial and instant immersion.

Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delight

Knights in Tight Spaces offers an expansive sequel experience, combining strategy and style in turn-based combat.

Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'

Reignbreaker offers a punk twist on Hades' combat while providing deeper exploration and varied battle mechanics.

I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn Thing

Metal Slug Tactics reimagines the strategy RPG genre with roguelike elements, unique character mechanics, and intense, adaptable combat.

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#rpg

In One of 2025's Biggest RPGs, Crafting Is Nearly Everything

Atelier Yumia focuses on crafting, making it a good entry point for new players in the Atelier series.

In 'Atelier Yumia', A Legendary Cozy RPG Series Faces An Identity Crisis

Atelier Yumia struggles to maintain the charm of previous entries while shifting to a more generic and less engaging narrative.

9 Years Later, Nintendo's Most Iconic Hero Gets A Whole New Original RPG Adventure

Mario & Luigi: Brothership offers a mix of classic RPG gameplay, engaging story, and vibrant animation, making it appealing for both kids and adults.

PlayStation Just Added The Coziest Zelda Homage

Dungeons of Hinterberg is a cozy homage to classic 3D Zelda games, mixing adventure with social RPG elements.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership review seafaring adventure will help your troubles sail away

Brothership revitalizes the Mario and Luigi series with a vibrant setting and engaging combat, but suffers from excessive text in its early gameplay.

Tonally inconsistent Dragon Age: The Veilguard' is still BioWare's best action game

BioWare's Dragon Age: The Veilguard showcases high-quality gameplay but suffers from tonal inconsistencies, marking a challenging return for the storied developer.

In One of 2025's Biggest RPGs, Crafting Is Nearly Everything

Atelier Yumia focuses on crafting, making it a good entry point for new players in the Atelier series.

In 'Atelier Yumia', A Legendary Cozy RPG Series Faces An Identity Crisis

Atelier Yumia struggles to maintain the charm of previous entries while shifting to a more generic and less engaging narrative.

9 Years Later, Nintendo's Most Iconic Hero Gets A Whole New Original RPG Adventure

Mario & Luigi: Brothership offers a mix of classic RPG gameplay, engaging story, and vibrant animation, making it appealing for both kids and adults.

PlayStation Just Added The Coziest Zelda Homage

Dungeons of Hinterberg is a cozy homage to classic 3D Zelda games, mixing adventure with social RPG elements.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership review seafaring adventure will help your troubles sail away

Brothership revitalizes the Mario and Luigi series with a vibrant setting and engaging combat, but suffers from excessive text in its early gameplay.

Tonally inconsistent Dragon Age: The Veilguard' is still BioWare's best action game

BioWare's Dragon Age: The Veilguard showcases high-quality gameplay but suffers from tonal inconsistencies, marking a challenging return for the storied developer.

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#video-games

PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added The Decade's Best Star Wars Game

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor surpasses its predecessor, offering deeper combat, expansive worlds, and a rich story in the Star Wars universe.

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: new console features ease the game's one big problem

Sorry We're Closed combines retro-horror aesthetics with deep narrative elements, creating a unique gaming experience.

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon

'Sorry We're Closed' offers an immersive, stylish gaming experience filled with existential themes, diverse characters, and rich storytelling that resonates with players.

'Split Fiction' Is One Of The Best Co-op Games Ever Made

Split Fiction sets a new standard for co-op gaming, merging creativity, strong characters, and emotional storytelling.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza is so much more than a silly diversion

The Like a Dragon series is diversifying beyond its origins, exemplified by the whimsical exploration in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

A Solid PC Port Shows How Red Dead Still Holds Up in 2024

Red Dead Redemption's PC port brings enhanced graphics, gameplay improvements, and modding capabilities, enriching the classic experience for a new generation.

PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added The Decade's Best Star Wars Game

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor surpasses its predecessor, offering deeper combat, expansive worlds, and a rich story in the Star Wars universe.

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: new console features ease the game's one big problem

Sorry We're Closed combines retro-horror aesthetics with deep narrative elements, creating a unique gaming experience.

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon

'Sorry We're Closed' offers an immersive, stylish gaming experience filled with existential themes, diverse characters, and rich storytelling that resonates with players.

'Split Fiction' Is One Of The Best Co-op Games Ever Made

Split Fiction sets a new standard for co-op gaming, merging creativity, strong characters, and emotional storytelling.

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza is so much more than a silly diversion

The Like a Dragon series is diversifying beyond its origins, exemplified by the whimsical exploration in Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.

A Solid PC Port Shows How Red Dead Still Holds Up in 2024

Red Dead Redemption's PC port brings enhanced graphics, gameplay improvements, and modding capabilities, enriching the classic experience for a new generation.

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Wanderstop review: why I found Ivy Road's de-stressing tea-making game surprisingly intricate

Wanderstop explores personal recovery through a cozy tea shop management game.

The narrative mixes humor and conventional gameplay while addressing themes of failure and growth.

#role-playing-games

The Monty Python RPG does exactly what it says on the tin

Monty Python's Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme offers a unique, immersive tabletop experience for fans of Monty Python with rich art and humor.

The Best Game of 2024 Is Even Better On PC

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth enhances the legacy of its predecessor and offers a superior gaming experience on PC.

The Monty Python RPG does exactly what it says on the tin

Monty Python's Cocurricular Mediaeval Reenactment Programme offers a unique, immersive tabletop experience for fans of Monty Python with rich art and humor.

The Best Game of 2024 Is Even Better On PC

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth enhances the legacy of its predecessor and offers a superior gaming experience on PC.

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#gaming

XTRIS is a fast-paced arcade-style Playdate game you won't be able to put down

XTRIS delivers addictive arcade action with a retro announcer voice, challenging players to chase after targets under time pressure.

Mecha Break Is A Larger-Than-Life Hero Shooter That Scratches My Titanfall Itch

Mecha Break is a standout mech-based hero shooter featuring well-balanced gameplay and a comprehensive character customization system.

While We Wait For State Of Decay 3, This Punishing New Zombie Game Is Hitting All The Right Notes

Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days offers a fresh, challenging experience for zombie game fans, reminiscent of State of Decay but with unique twists.

The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Review

The Executive - Movie Industry Tycoon simulates Hollywood management, letting you create films and build a studio from scratch.

Monarchy Game Review: A Royal Challenge Awaits

Monarchy offers an engaging mix of charm and chaos, drawing strong parallels to Kingdom: Two Crowns while seeking to establish its own identity.

Civilization VII review: A major overhaul solves Civ's oldest problems

Civilization VII introduces significant changes, offering potential for the best game in the franchise since IV.

XTRIS is a fast-paced arcade-style Playdate game you won't be able to put down

XTRIS delivers addictive arcade action with a retro announcer voice, challenging players to chase after targets under time pressure.

Mecha Break Is A Larger-Than-Life Hero Shooter That Scratches My Titanfall Itch

Mecha Break is a standout mech-based hero shooter featuring well-balanced gameplay and a comprehensive character customization system.

While We Wait For State Of Decay 3, This Punishing New Zombie Game Is Hitting All The Right Notes

Into The Dead: Our Darkest Days offers a fresh, challenging experience for zombie game fans, reminiscent of State of Decay but with unique twists.

The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Review

The Executive - Movie Industry Tycoon simulates Hollywood management, letting you create films and build a studio from scratch.

Monarchy Game Review: A Royal Challenge Awaits

Monarchy offers an engaging mix of charm and chaos, drawing strong parallels to Kingdom: Two Crowns while seeking to establish its own identity.

Civilization VII review: A major overhaul solves Civ's oldest problems

Civilization VII introduces significant changes, offering potential for the best game in the franchise since IV.

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Women's Recap: Toronto reigns supreme, Boston falls 3-1.

Toronto secured a crucial victory over Boston, capitalizing on power plays and maintaining momentum despite late-game pressure from the Fleet.

Spirit Swap has way more than lo-fi beats to match-3 to

Spirit Swap combines enjoyable match-3 gameplay with rich character interactions and engaging voice acting, creating a unique and emotional experience.

Civilization 7's Early Reviews Suggest A Divisive Experience

Civilization VII faces mixed reviews due to significant changes in gameplay, evoking both praise and controversy among critics and veteran players.

Zythum Re-Review (Sinclair ZX Spectrum) | HackerNoon

Zythum offers unique gameplay and intuitive controls as a cult classic in retrogaming.

#indie-games

XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece

"Carrion" allows players to experience horror from the monster's perspective, offering a unique narrative twist and compelling gameplay.

Steam's Latest Management Sim Is the Chill Strategy Hybrid I Need Right Now

Dungeon Inn offers a unique management sim experience where players run an inn catering to adventurers while managing rival guilds and a dragon's demands.

Spilled Mushrooms is my new Playdate card game addiction

Spilled Mushrooms challenges players with strategic thinking and collaboration, using unique animal traits to gather mushrooms efficiently.

XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece

"Carrion" allows players to experience horror from the monster's perspective, offering a unique narrative twist and compelling gameplay.

Steam's Latest Management Sim Is the Chill Strategy Hybrid I Need Right Now

Dungeon Inn offers a unique management sim experience where players run an inn catering to adventurers while managing rival guilds and a dragon's demands.

Spilled Mushrooms is my new Playdate card game addiction

Spilled Mushrooms challenges players with strategic thinking and collaboration, using unique animal traits to gather mushrooms efficiently.

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#nhl

Game in 10: Maple Leafs win ugly to finish 2024 on a high note, snap five-game losing streak vs. Isles

The Maple Leafs ended 2024 on a high note with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Islanders, showcasing determination amid struggles.

Capitals never get out of first gear in home loss to Sharks: numbers for the morning after

The Capitals failed to perform effectively in five-on-five situations, losing 2-1 to the Sharks in overtime.

Game in 10: Maple Leafs win ugly to finish 2024 on a high note, snap five-game losing streak vs. Isles

The Maple Leafs ended 2024 on a high note with a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the Islanders, showcasing determination amid struggles.

Capitals never get out of first gear in home loss to Sharks: numbers for the morning after

The Capitals failed to perform effectively in five-on-five situations, losing 2-1 to the Sharks in overtime.

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#gameplay-mechanics

Earth Defense Force 6 Is A Master Of Time Travel

Earth Defense Force 6 effectively integrates time travel into storytelling and gameplay, enhancing immersion beyond graphics.

Slitterhead Review - Surface Tension

Slitterhead presents a compelling horror concept but falls into repetitive gameplay, undermining its innovative ideas.

Earth Defense Force 6 Is A Master Of Time Travel

Earth Defense Force 6 effectively integrates time travel into storytelling and gameplay, enhancing immersion beyond graphics.

Slitterhead Review - Surface Tension

Slitterhead presents a compelling horror concept but falls into repetitive gameplay, undermining its innovative ideas.

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We've all forgotten about one of the year's best RPGs, and that's a crying shame because it's the best strategy game I've played in years

Unicorn Overlord stands out as a highly motivating game that reignited the author's passion for gaming amidst work obligations.

#stalker-2

Stalker 2 review

Stalker 2 uniquely conveys loneliness through immersive gameplay in a challenging open world, intertwining personal struggles with supernatural elements.

Stalker 2 is a miracle game, and deserves its flowers more than any of the other big budget behemoth games that launched in 2024

Stalker 2 stands out in 2024 for its immersive world-building and player choice variance, despite being marred by some bugs.

Stalker 2 review

Stalker 2 uniquely conveys loneliness through immersive gameplay in a challenging open world, intertwining personal struggles with supernatural elements.

Stalker 2 is a miracle game, and deserves its flowers more than any of the other big budget behemoth games that launched in 2024

Stalker 2 stands out in 2024 for its immersive world-building and player choice variance, despite being marred by some bugs.

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PlayStation Plus Just Added the Most Experimental Sonic Game of All Time

Sonic Frontiers offers a unique and expansive open-world experience with a distinct sense of speed, despite having some flaws.

#mobile-gaming

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket won't rock your world, and that's OK

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket provides a low-commitment gaming experience that suits busy players.

Total War: Empire Review - Strategy Supreme

Total War: Empire is now available on mobile, offering an optimized experience for both iPhone and Android users after its original launch in 2009.

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket won't rock your world, and that's OK

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket provides a low-commitment gaming experience that suits busy players.

Total War: Empire Review - Strategy Supreme

Total War: Empire is now available on mobile, offering an optimized experience for both iPhone and Android users after its original launch in 2009.

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Planet Coaster 2, As Told By Steam Reviews

Planet Coaster 2 offers creative park building but suffers from performance issues and missing features, leading to mixed reviews at launch.

Kerr not surprised Draymond Green's foul got upgraded to flagrant

The NBA retroactively upgraded Draymond Green's foul to a flagrant one, emphasizing its severity beyond a typical take foul.

A Solid PC Port Shows How Red Dead Still Holds Up in 2024

The PC release of Red Dead Redemption offers significant graphical improvements, making it the best version yet, ideal for both new players and veterans.

Stonespine Architects Review

Stonespine Architects combines card drafting and dungeon building mechanics for an exciting player experience in the World of Ulos.

One Of The Best Fighting Games Around Is Half Off Right Now

Guilty Gear Strive offers a unique blend of accessibility and depth, appealing to both new and experienced players in the fighting game community.

Frozen City Builder Frostpunk 2, As Told By Steam Reviews

Frostpunk 2 innovates on its predecessor while stirring mixed feelings about its streamlined gameplay mechanics.

Nintendo plays the extravagant host in 'Super Mario Party Jamboree'

Super Mario Party Jamboree excels with its variety but lacks some consistency compared to recent entries in the franchise.

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Deep Shelf Review

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Heroscape: Master Set - Age of Annihilation Review

Back to the feudal: Assassin's Creed Shadows is the most beautiful game I've ever seen

Assassin's Creed Shadows Falls Frustratingly Short Of Greatness

Assassin's Creed Could Have Just Given Us 2025's Best Open-World Adventure

Back to the feudal: Assassin's Creed Shadows is the most beautiful game I've ever seen

Assassin's Creed Shadows Falls Frustratingly Short Of Greatness

Assassin's Creed Could Have Just Given Us 2025's Best Open-World Adventure

Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelike

Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delight

Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'

I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn Thing

Sonic the Hedgehog has been quiet since the demo dropped for this running roguelike

Knights in Tight Spaces is a fantastic follow-up to a deck-building delight

Steam Just Added An Excellent Neon-Soaked Brawler Inspired By 'Hades'

I'm Having A Fun Time With Metal Slug Tactics Even If I Can't Read A Damn Thing

In One of 2025's Biggest RPGs, Crafting Is Nearly Everything

In 'Atelier Yumia', A Legendary Cozy RPG Series Faces An Identity Crisis

9 Years Later, Nintendo's Most Iconic Hero Gets A Whole New Original RPG Adventure

PlayStation Just Added The Coziest Zelda Homage

Mario & Luigi: Brothership review seafaring adventure will help your troubles sail away

Tonally inconsistent Dragon Age: The Veilguard' is still BioWare's best action game

In One of 2025's Biggest RPGs, Crafting Is Nearly Everything

In 'Atelier Yumia', A Legendary Cozy RPG Series Faces An Identity Crisis

9 Years Later, Nintendo's Most Iconic Hero Gets A Whole New Original RPG Adventure

PlayStation Just Added The Coziest Zelda Homage

Mario & Luigi: Brothership review seafaring adventure will help your troubles sail away

Tonally inconsistent Dragon Age: The Veilguard' is still BioWare's best action game

PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added The Decade's Best Star Wars Game

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: new console features ease the game's one big problem

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon

'Split Fiction' Is One Of The Best Co-op Games Ever Made

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza is so much more than a silly diversion

A Solid PC Port Shows How Red Dead Still Holds Up in 2024

PlayStation Plus Just Quietly Added The Decade's Best Star Wars Game

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: new console features ease the game's one big problem

Sorry We're Closed PS5 review: Oops, I fell in love with an archdemon

'Split Fiction' Is One Of The Best Co-op Games Ever Made

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza is so much more than a silly diversion

A Solid PC Port Shows How Red Dead Still Holds Up in 2024

Wanderstop review: why I found Ivy Road's de-stressing tea-making game surprisingly intricate

The Monty Python RPG does exactly what it says on the tin

The Best Game of 2024 Is Even Better On PC

The Monty Python RPG does exactly what it says on the tin

The Best Game of 2024 Is Even Better On PC

XTRIS is a fast-paced arcade-style Playdate game you won't be able to put down

Mecha Break Is A Larger-Than-Life Hero Shooter That Scratches My Titanfall Itch

While We Wait For State Of Decay 3, This Punishing New Zombie Game Is Hitting All The Right Notes

The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Review

Monarchy Game Review: A Royal Challenge Awaits

Civilization VII review: A major overhaul solves Civ's oldest problems

XTRIS is a fast-paced arcade-style Playdate game you won't be able to put down

Mecha Break Is A Larger-Than-Life Hero Shooter That Scratches My Titanfall Itch

While We Wait For State Of Decay 3, This Punishing New Zombie Game Is Hitting All The Right Notes

The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Review

Monarchy Game Review: A Royal Challenge Awaits

Civilization VII review: A major overhaul solves Civ's oldest problems

Women's Recap: Toronto reigns supreme, Boston falls 3-1.

Spirit Swap has way more than lo-fi beats to match-3 to

Civilization 7's Early Reviews Suggest A Divisive Experience

Zythum Re-Review (Sinclair ZX Spectrum) | HackerNoon

XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece

Steam's Latest Management Sim Is the Chill Strategy Hybrid I Need Right Now

Spilled Mushrooms is my new Playdate card game addiction

XBox Game Pass Just Quietly Released This Indie Horror Masterpiece

Steam's Latest Management Sim Is the Chill Strategy Hybrid I Need Right Now

Spilled Mushrooms is my new Playdate card game addiction

Game in 10: Maple Leafs win ugly to finish 2024 on a high note, snap five-game losing streak vs. Isles

Capitals never get out of first gear in home loss to Sharks: numbers for the morning after

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