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Sony Interactive Entertainment’s latest strategic update paints a telling picture of PlayStation Plus’s transformation. Two years after its major subscription overhaul, the three-tier model—Essential, Extra, and Premium—has not only gained traction but has shifted consumer behavior in a big way. As of March 2025, 38% of PlayStation Plus subscribers now opt for either the Extra …

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The tactical RPG landscape is poised for a notable shake-up this June as Songs of Conquest, the critically acclaimed pixel-art strategy title from Swedish developer Lavapotion, makes its long-anticipated debut on the Nintendo Switch. Even more enticing for strategy fans, this launch coincides with the release of Roots, the game’s second major expansion, promising an infusion of …

Songs of Conquest Launches on Nintendo Switch June 17 — Complete with ‘Roots’ Expansion Read more »

For years, fans of Westeros have waited for a truly ambitious video game adaptation of Game of Thrones—a title that doesn’t just carry the name but breathes life into the brutal politics, massive battles, and morally complex characters of George R. R. Martin’s world. Now, it looks like the wait might finally pay off. Announced during …

Game of Thrones: War for Westeros Sets Its Sights on RTS Glory in 2026 Read more »

In what might be welcome news for some and a bitter pill for others, NIS America has officially announced the Western release of Disgaea 7 Complete. The catch? It will launch exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 this fall, with no upgrade path, no downloadable content (DLC), and no patch for those who already own the original Disgaea 7: Vows of the …

Disgaea 7 Complete Is a Switch 2 Exclusive in the West—And That’s Stirring Debate Read more »

Cloudheim, the upcoming cooperative action RPG from indie developer Noodle Cat Games, has announced an open beta that marks the game’s shift from concept to living playground. Built atop an ambitious mix of physics-driven combat, seamless crafting, and skybound world-building, Cloudheim invites players into a post‑Ragnarök world to help rebuild society—literally from the skies. This isn’t just another …

Cloudheim Opens Its Skies to Players with Ambitious Open Beta Read more »

Back in 2015, Kathy Rain emerged as an under-the-radar gem in the modern resurgence of point-and-click adventure games. With its retro pixel art, layered storytelling, and a sharp, no-nonsense protagonist, the game garnered a loyal fanbase despite flying under the mainstream radar. A few years later, a remastered Director’s Cut in 2021 reminded players why this bike-riding sleuth was …

Kathy Rain 2 Review – The Gritty Return of a Cult Heroine Read more »

Imagine a world where your biggest concern isn’t war, monsters, or magic—but whether your garden is ready for the next village festival. That’s the essence of Tales of the Shire, a heartwarming life simulation game set in the lush, storybook hills of Middle-earth. Scheduled to release on July 29, 2025, the game offers players a rare chance …

Live the Cozy Life of a Hobbit in Tales of the Shire, Launching July 29 Read more »

After more than a year of under-the-radar alpha testing, Chrono Odyssey—the ambitious dark fantasy MMORPG from Korean developer NPIXEL—is finally stepping onto the global stage. The game’s first international closed beta will run from June 20 to June 22, giving an early look at the fractured world of Setera and its time-bending mechanics. Most notably, there’s …

Chrono Odyssey Enters Closed Beta: June 20–22 Test Positions Global MMORPG as a Genre Disruptor Read more »

Yes, there were great superhero games long before Batman: Arkham Asylum set a new standard. Here’s a look at some of the best… It’s not an exaggeration to say that Batman: Arkham Asylum changed the superhero gaming landscape forever. Rocksteady Studios didn’t just make a great game—they redefined what a superhero game could be. It …

Retro Hits: The Superhero Games That Paved the Way for the Arkham Series Read more »

Behind the Scenes with PLAYERUNKNOWN We recently got hands-on with a sort of technical test for Prologue: Go Wayback!, the upcoming survival title from the creator of PUBG. For now, it’s available for free to anyone who requests a key via their Discord. As for a full release plan? Still unclear. So we can only …

Prologue: Go Wayback! – First Look: Not Quite There Yet Read more »