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Crimson Desert Early Review: This Open-World Action-Adventure Has Insane Potential

At Gamescom 2025, I had the chance to get my hands on an early build of Crimson Desert. Pearl Abyss, the developer behind Black Desert, develops the game . As such, it has a developer behind it who is already experienced in designing vast, open worlds. Crimson Desert promises to deliver an open-world action-adventure experience that stands out from the crowd. And while playing the game, I got a glimpse of how the game intends to do just that.

by Corinna Oettinger

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Amazon Just Dropped a Stack of Free Games – Here’s How to Claim Them

Amazon’s Prime Gaming is back this month with a fresh batch of free games and bonus content. If you’ve got an active Prime membership, you’ll once again get a mix of timeless classics, modern indie gems, and a pile of in-game loot—all included at no extra cost. September’s lineup is especially strong, featuring several strategy staples and RPG throwbacks that are absolutely worth adding to your library.

by Corinna Oettinger

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Playstation and Xbox in Danger? Valve May be Developing a Competitor

With Steam, Valve not only operates one of the major gaming platforms but also developed a portable gaming device in the form of the Steam Deck. The handheld was so popular that Microsoft felt compelled to support the development of mobile consoles. The new ROG Xbox Ally (X), which was designed together with ASUS, quickly became an official point of reference.

by Matthias Wellendorf

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Here’s Why Your Switch 2’s USB Port Isn’t Working–And How That Could Change the Industry

Nintendo really lucked out with the release of the Switch 2. The console is flying off the shelves despite increased game prices and barely any titles being available for the console thus far. And while the console did not ship with many exclusive games, it came with its fair share of controversies. One of these concerns the console’s USB-C port, and although the issue has been known for months, a recent video by Linus Tech Tips sparked a fresh debate. So what’s behind Nintendo’s USB-C port drama, and why are so many people upset?

by Corinna Oettinger

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Only This Week: Award-Winning Adventure Game Goes Free–You Get to Keep It

Each week, you can save money on video games by checking out the current offer on the Epic Games Store. The quality and genre of the free games vary greatly, so it’s worth checking in every week to ensure you don’t miss out on any great deals. If the game of the week doesn’t appeal to you, there’s no harm in skipping it. This week, you can download Monument Valley.

by Corinna Oettinger

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James Bond Returns: This Brand-New Video Game Has Insane Potential

At Gamescom 2025, I got to take an exclusive look at the brand-new 007 First Light. And now, I can finally talk about it. More than a decade has passed since James Bond made his last appearance in gaming. GoldenEye 007 is an absolute classic, and it’s about time that the legendary spy made his comeback. And what better studio to make it happen than IO Interactive, the masterminds behind the HITMAN franchise?

by Corinna Oettinger

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Save $35 On This Award-Winning Adventure Game Right Now!

by Corinna Oettinger

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One of the Most Popular Game Series Just Announced a Brand-New Title

Earlier this morning, Hoyoverse, the developer behind games like Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, announced a brand-new game. This new game expands on the Honkai Franchise and is called Honkai: Nexus Anima. Given the game’s sustained popularity, many gamers are likely looking forward to this new title. And some may even get a chance to play the game before its official release. But what exactly is this new game?

by Corinna Oettinger

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Play PC Games Without a High-End Rig—Here’s How It Works

Microsoft continues to invest in cloud gaming, a strategy that has already shown strong results. After initially restricting access to Xbox Cloud Gaming through the Ultimate Pass tier, the company has now expanded availability to more affordable plans. This shift lowers the barrier for users to stream cloud-based and AAA PC titles, even without high-end gaming rigs.

by Jade Bryan

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Fata Deum: This Game Literally Let’s You Play God

Many video games make you feel like you’re playing a god on Earth. Whether that’s achieved through a grossly overleveled character or questionable console commands is up to you. Fata Deum takes this idea a step further, truly putting you in the position of a deity tasked with ruling over mankind.

by Corinna Oettinger

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