The haunting, hand-drawn adventure captivated players and critics alike, selling millions of copies and earning a devoted global fanbase. Its runaway success set the stage for a sequel—but no one anticipated the long journey Silksong would take from concept to completion.

By Aaron James Stead 19/10/2025 For millions of gamers, it wasn’t just about the killstreaks, the maps, or the iconic one-liners echoing through the headset. Between 2007 and 2012, Call of Duty became more than a first-person shooter—it became a way of life. This period, often referred to by fans as the “Golden Age of Call of Duty,” is remembered not just for its groundbreaking titles—like Modern Warfare 2, Black Ops, and Modern Warfare 3—but for the community that formed aro

Few gaming franchises embrace chaos and creativity quite like Borderlands. Since its debut in 2009, this beloved looter-shooter series from Gearbox Software has carved out a unique niche in the gaming world, blending cel-shaded art, over-the-top humor, and millions of procedurally generated guns into an unforgettable experience.

Competitive gaming has evolved into a dynamic and thrilling arena where skill, strategy, and mental toughness define success. Whether you...

Competitive gaming has taken the world by storm, and few titles have captured the excitement and intensity like Call of Duty. For those...

Esports has become synonymous with record-breaking prize money. Events like Dota 2’s The International and Fortnite’s World Cup have dazzled audiences with multi-million-dollar rewards, catapulting players into the global spotlight.

From a hyped reveal and ambitious promises to backlash, controversy, and even an unprecedented rollback from full release back into beta, the story of Splitgate 2 is as complicated as it is fascinating.

At its heart, Warframe is an online cooperative action game where you play as a Tenno — ancient warriors who pilot advanced suits known as Warframes. Each Warframe is essentially a character class, with distinct powers and playstyles ranging from stealthy assassins to heavy damage dealers.

When Destiny launched in September 2014, it marked more than just a new release for Bungie—it was the beginning of an era. For a studio that had already reshaped gaming with the Halo franchise, Destiny represented both a bold step forward and an experiment in long-term storytelling that would stretch across a decade.

In the ever-expanding universe of online multiplayer shooters, two titles have consistently stood out for their unique approaches: Destiny 2 from Bungie and Warframe from Digital Extremes. Both games have cultivated passionate fanbases and defined what it means to live in a “shared-world shooter,” yet their design philosophies couldn’t be more different.

When Halo: Combat Evolved launched alongside the original Xbox in November 2001, it was more than just a game — it was the system’s killer app. Bungie’s cinematic storytelling, sprawling alien landscapes, and refined console-friendly FPS controls gave Microsoft the credibility it needed to compete with PlayStation and Nintendo. Halo became synonymous with Xbox itself, moving millions of consoles and shaping the brand’s identity as a home for cutting-edge shooters.

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The Invitation to Kepler launches Destiny 2 players into uncharted territory—literally and narratively. The journey begins when an ancient signal pulses through the void, traced back to the Kepler Belt, a dense, asteroid-rich region at the far edge of the Solar System, long thought to be uninhabited.

Since its debut in 2001, Capcom’s iconic series has carved out a cult following with its over-the-top combat, cryptic storytelling, and unforgettable protagonist

When Fortnite launched its battle royale mode in September 2017, few could have predicted the seismic impact it would have across the gaming industry. Developed by Epic Games, Fortnite wasn't the first battle royale title to hit the market

Gale’s story is a deeply personal tale of ambition, regret, and redemption. Once a celebrated archmage of Waterdeep, his thirst for power led him to an irreversible mistake—one that left him with a volatile magical artifact embedded in his chest and a looming sense of doom.

Baldur’s Gate 3 stands out as a game that not only meets the high bar set by its predecessors but raises it dramatically. Blending deep tactical combat, robust role-playing systems, and an intricately woven narrative, it delivers one of the most complete and satisfying RPG experiences in years.

Rather than releasing a traditional third version—as seen with Emerald, Platinum, and more recently, Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon—Game Freak adopted a modern expansion model that allowed players to continue their journey without starting over. In this article, I’ll be exploring what made these DLCs stand out, and where they excelled—or fell short—in enriching the world of Pokémon Sword and Shield.

Set in the Galar region, which draws heavy inspiration from the United Kingdom, Pokémon Sword and Shield introduced several new mechanics and design choices that marked a turning point in the franchise. The most notable of these is the introduction of the Wild Area—a sprawling, open-world environment

By Aaron James Stead 10/07/2025 As one of the most iconic and enduring franchises in gaming history, Pokémon has captivated audiences for...