Local Thunk Didn't Play Any Roguelike Games During Balatro's Development...Except Slay the Spire Balatro developer Local Thunk recently shared a fascinating development history on their personal blog, revealing a surprising detail: they avoided playing most rogue-likes during Balatro's creation, with only one exception.Their development timeline shows a conscious decision in December 2021 to a

Mar 16,2025

Helldivers 2 Creative Director Goes on Sabbatical After 11 Years 'Working Around the Clock' on the Same IP, Will Return to Work on Arrowhead’s Next Game Johan Pilestedt, creative director of Helldivers 2, has announced a well-deserved sabbatical. After 11 years of dedicated work on the Helldivers franchise, starting with the original game in 2013 and continuing with Helldivers 2 since early 2016, he's taking time to prioritize his personal life. P

Mar 16,2025

E.T.E Chronicle lets you battle through ground, sea, and air with mechagirls by your side, now in pre-registration Dive into the post-apocalyptic world of E.T.E. Chronicle, a mech-themed RPG from Chens Global Limited, now open for pre-registration! Prepare for thrilling 3D combat featuring a roster of stylish mechagirls fighting for your cause.The game boasts stunning visuals, blending appealing character desig

Mar 16,2025

Transfer Passes in Whiteout Survival - How to Get and Use Them Transfer Passes are crucial for players in *Whiteout Survival* aiming to relocate to a new state. Whether you seek a more vibrant community, enhanced alliance prospects, or simply a fresh beginning, these passes are indispensable for completing the transfer process within this strategic game. Howev

Mar 16,2025

Pokemon GO Rocket Guide: Team Leader Line-ups & Best Counters (January 2025) Conquering Pokémon GO's Team GO Rocket Leaders—Sierra, Arlo, and Cliff—is crucial for research tasks and acquiring powerful Shadow Pokémon. Their boosted Shadow Pokémon and ever-shifting teams make preparation essential. This guide provides everything you need to defeat them, including optimal coun

Mar 16,2025

Final Fantasy 14 Director Yoshi-P Threatens Legal Action Against 'Stalking' Mod In early 2025, a Final Fantasy XIV mod ignited concerns about player stalking. Reports surfaced that the mod, "Playerscope," harvested hidden player data, including character details, retainer information, linked alternate characters, and more.Playerscope tracked players' data, sending it to a cent

Mar 16,2025

Activision's Costly Call of Duty Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Crossover Has Some Players Saying Black Ops 6 Should Just Go Free-to-Play at This Point Call of Duty's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crossover is sparking outrage among players due to its steep price tag. Unlocking all the themed items could cost upwards of $90 in COD Points, prompting some to call for Black Ops 6 to become free-to-play.Activision revealed the Season 02 Reloaded conten

Mar 16,2025

Monopoly GO: How to Get Caboose Token Quick LinksHow To Get Caboose Token in Monopoly GOHow To Reach The Bank of Monopoly in Monopoly GOMonopoly GO retains the classic gameplay we all know and love, but adds exciting new twists! Customize your board with unique tokens, shields, and even emojis. Each season brings fresh collectibles to

Mar 16,2025

Netflix Launches New Interactive Fiction Game Secrets by Episode Netflix and Pocket Gems have teamed up to deliver a sizzling new interactive fiction game: Secrets by Episode. This exclusive Netflix offering plunges you into steamy, choice-driven narratives where your decisions shape the story's unfolding.Unlike other Netflix interactive titles, Secrets by Episo

Mar 16,2025

The 6 Best Portable Projectors in 2025 The best projectors transform your home into a private cinema, but their size and often-required mounting can be a real drag. Fortunately, many portable projectors offer the big-screen experience without the bulk, perfect for movie nights under the stars, camping trips, or even a cozy dorm room. M

Mar 15,2025

The Developers of Streets of Rage 4 Have Announced Their New Game Dotemu, in collaboration with Guard Crush Games and Supamonks, proudly presents Absolum, a thrilling fantasy beat 'em up infused with roguelite elements.Set in the ravaged world of Talamh, where a magical cataclysm has left its mark, fear of magic runs rampant. King-Sun Azra, the ruthless ruler, ex

Mar 15,2025

Wartales Gets Its Major Update of 2025: AI, Maps, and Balance Overhaul The creators of Wartales have released a major update—the first significant patch of 2025 and the fifth since launch. This update dramatically enhances the player experience with a range of exciting refinements and additions.Image: steamcommunity.comKey improvements include a vastly upgraded enemy

Mar 15,2025

Fortnite Brings Back Rare Superhero Skin After More Than a Year SummaryAfter over a year, the Wonder Woman skin has returned to the Fortnite in-game shop.The return also includes the Athena's Battleaxe pickaxe and Golden Eagle Wings glider.December saw the return of several DC skins, plus new Japan-themed Batman and Harley Quinn variants.A popular superhero skin

Mar 15,2025

Price of Glory launches major 1.4 update, taking it from 2D to 3D Price of Glory, the turn-based strategy game, is getting a significant upgrade with its 1.4 update. This free update introduces a brand-new tutorial system and a major graphical overhaul, making the game more accessible and visually appealing.The update boasts a substantial graphical improvement. W

Mar 15,2025

Borderlands 4 release date revealed The State of Play presentation always generates significant buzz, serving as a key source for updates on highly anticipated games. This year, one standout announcement was Borderlands 4.Gearbox Software unveiled a brand-new gameplay trailer, culminating in Randy Pitchford's announcement of a Septem

Mar 15,2025