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Articles Should there be a Medieval III: Total War? 9 Jan 2021 My love for Medieval II: Total War has recently been rekindled... for no particular reason. I just woke up one day and so dearly wanted to return to that game.…
Indie Games… The Suicide of Rachel Foster 6 Jan 2021 Despite their lack of gameplay depth, I quite enjoy "walking simulators" from time to time. It's enjoyable to just sit back and watch a meaningful narrative unfold, with Gone Home…
Articles… Top 10 Fashionable Villains 27 Dec 2020 Previously: Stian's Top 12 Worst Consoles Villains are oftentimes the highlight of any story. A hero must often be selfless and virtuous, whereas the bad guys can be anything they…
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Articles The 33-year-old Amiga game with a pay-to-win plan 5 Dec 2020 Critics of the modern game industry tend to look back fondly to the olden days, where all the cost of a game was upfront. You bought the darn thing, brought…
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