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After more than a decade of turbulent development, STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl has finally emerged, offering players a return to one of gaming’s most iconic post-apocalyptic worlds. While the journey to its release was far from smooth, the result is a game that feels both authentic to its roots and ambitious in scope. A…

Mid-generation console upgrades are nothing new in gaming history. From the pre-crash Atari 2600 to nearly every Nintendo console, manufacturers have found ways to extend console lifespans by adding features or redesigning hardware. Sony’s introduction of consoles that run existing games with enhanced performance, such as the PlayStation 4 Pro and Microsoft’s Xbox One X,…

As part of Nintendo’s recent Corporate Management Strategy Briefing, president Shuntaro Furukawa officially confirmed that the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will support backward compatibility, allowing players to enjoy their existing library of Switch games on the new console. Rumors had circulated about this feature for quite some time, and even Nintendo of America’s president hinted…

The PlayStation 5 Pro continues to impress in early gameplay footage, showcasing its potential with popular titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Black Myth: Wukong. The recently released footage online highlights how these games benefit from the console’s added power, with improved visuals and enhanced stability. The second game in the Final Fantasy VII…

Gaming controllers provide an irreplaceable experience in various titles, often surpassing the flexibility of mouse and keyboard combinations. While a mouse might excel in certain scenarios, the versatility of a controller stands out, especially in immersive gameplay. Thankfully, today’s market offers a wide range of controllers, catering to various price points and functionalities. For budget-conscious…

The Mario and Luigi franchise has always held its unique position among Mario RPG spin-offs. Unlike Super Mario RPG, it may not have the same historical weight, and unlike Paper Mario, it has always remained on Nintendo’s handheld systems. When AlphaDream, the longtime developer behind Mario and Luigi, declared bankruptcy, fans thought the series might…

A treasure trove of once-hard-to-access games is now ready for syncing through Virtual Machine technology. Longtime Apple enthusiasts may recall an era, just before the iPhone dominated the gaming space, when Apple rolled out a selection of games specifically designed for its later-model clickwheel iPods. While these games may not have set the industry ablaze,…