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It's been a big year for factory sims, but instead of getting a degree in engineering, I've decided to go back to where it all started for me: modded Minecraft
- A gamer delves back into modded Minecraft with friends, and recounts the tale of how they worked together on a server to create a chicken farm.
- Things go awry, however, when the group starts bickering over whose factory design is best, and the protagonist ends up exiled to gather dirt.
- He eventually gets bored of underground life and pitches a bargain to the surface-dwellers: in exchange for a mob farm, he’ll be allowed back on the main level.
- The group agrees and he’s allowed back up, creating the mob farm and warning the others not to break any of the bottom blocks.
- Disaster strikes when someone gets too excited and breaches the base of the mob farm, unleashing hordes of monsters into the chicken farm.
- The group decides to give factory sim a rest for a while after the chaos, accepting that Minecraft may be more their speed.
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The Spirit of the Samurai is an impressive work of stop-motion art paired with a dissatisfying, frustrating action game
- The Spirit of the Samurai’s strongest suit is its striking visuals, its a linear platform hack n’ slasher that's a great work of stop-motion animation style.
- Combat mechanics in The Spirit of the Samurai is confusing with enemies being unpredictable making it harder to attack, & attacks that leave gaps and consume character's stamina immediately, making it difficult to survive.
- The game's mechanics give a sense of individual systems being added arbitrarily and the addition of random items that can be traded for gold leaves people asking why.
- The systems, intriguing as they may be, do not really make much sense & do not enhance the overall experience.
- Also, the game's cutscenes are not in stop-motion animation, which isn't in line with the game's mechanics making the two different parts of the game appear not well-placed together.
- The game that ends within four hours is visually excellent, but it had so many features that a majority adds nothing to the gameplay, making the game frustrating.
- While combats are interesting, it does not feel like they are put in service of something coherent.
- In addition to a technical combat system, there are also two short stealth segments where you play as the samurai's kitten; they do not quite gel and are completely inessential.
- The game had everything to be consistently good, but someone threw an extra box of arbitrary systems into the mix, which resulted in an overall dissatisfying feeling.
- The Spirit of the Samurai is out now on Steam.
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Sportsgurupro Spin Win Daily: A Winning Experience for Fantasy Sports Fans
- Sportsgurupro Spin Win Daily is a feature designed to add fun and rewards to fantasy sports.
- It includes a daily spin feature, interactive gameplay, and boosts for fantasy contests.
- The feature keeps the excitement alive with daily rewards and has an eco-friendly design.
- Spin Win Daily accommodates beginners and experts and enhances the overall fantasy sports experience.
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Foremost XP Glitch in Fortnite Chapter 6 — Easy Guide
- This guide explains the Fortnite XP system and the top XP glitches in Chapter 6.
- Fortnite Chapter 6 introduces changes to the XP system, requiring players to earn experience points through challenges and eliminations.
- The Fortnite Battle Pass is essential for gaining XP and unlocking special items.
- A new XP glitch has been discovered in Chapter 6, allowing players to level up quickly, but caution should be exercised as it may be fixed by the developers.
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The 15 Biggest Video Game Disappointments Of 2024
- The PS5 Pro was a huge disappointment for gamers with its $700 price point and game patches that made some games worse.
- Microsoft increased the price of the Game Pass Ultimate by 18% to $20 per month and removed the cheaper console-only tier.
- Rockstar has been radio silent about GTA 6 and fans are hoping for a new trailer and a release on time.
- The most recent Simpsons mobile game, Simpsons Tapped Out, shut down after 12 years, leaving fans disappointed.
- Sony put out the $40 hero shooter Concord in a saturated market, pulled it from stores after two weeks, and shut down the studio that worked on it.
- Nintendo still hasn't revealed the Switch 2 even though there have been several leaks about what it could look like and how it will perform.
- Pre-ordering games has become worse in 2024 with the deployment of advanced access and has gone from being a cheaper option to help fund the games development to basically paying more for an unfinished game.
- Funko Fusion, am absolute abysmal game which includes KFC ads, is a soulless game with no redeeming qualities.
- Physical media's presence in the gaming industry is dwindling with retailers cutting back the amount of DVDs and blu-rays on their shelves. In July, Microsoft pulled the plug on the Xbox 360 marketplace, removing access to hundreds of games.
- Game Informer, the world’s longest-running print video game magazine, was closed down in August by GameStop. The company also took down the official website, wiping decades of video game coverage from the internet.
- Blizzard canceled the story missions of Overwatch 2, which were the whole reason Blizzard made a sequel in the first place and failed to deliver its promises.
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Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Steam Page Confirms PC Specs
- Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter Steam page confirms PC specs.
- Minimum PC specs include Windows 10/11, AMD Ryzen 5 1600 processor, 8 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics, and 25 GB storage.
- Performance Graphics Profile available, game can run at 60fps.
- Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter set to release in Fall 2025 on Nintendo Switch, PS5, and PC.
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Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana bullet point preview
- Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana is a remaster of Ys III: Wanderers from Ys, originally released in 1990.
- The game features enhanced visuals and refined character illustrations.
- Adol Christin, the protagonist, now has a voice and provides the opening narration.
- The gameplay involves exploring dungeons, battling monsters, and acquiring elemental bracelets for additional abilities.
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Zaopin Z2 Mini Review: A Mighty Mouse in Miniature
- Zaopin Z2 Mini is designed for small to medium hands and features hybrid relaxed claw/finger tip grip.
- The mouse is like a tank and inherits Zowie’s renowned build quality. It is very solid and of good quality.
- The Huano Green White Dot switches performed very well and have minimal pre-travel with the ability to hot-swap switches.
- The stock skates are rounded, made of pure PTFE, perform excellently on every surface, and included an additional set of feet in the package.
- The device is equipped with the PixArt 3395 sensor alongside the Nordic 52840 Chip and an F2 scroll Encoder capable of 2 million rotations, making it one of the top component choices currently available.
- The battery life is remarkable and last long even if you use it for hours daily.
- The polled rate on 1k is really impressive, however, it might be considered too heavy for users who employ a fingertip grip style.
- The mouse showcases a significant step up in build quality and click performance compared to the Zaopin Z2, its larger counterpart.
- Overall, the Zaopin Z2 Mini proves to be a strong contender for gamers with small to medium hands who prefer a palm or claw grip.
- The mouse design fits well and feels secure in the hand. Aesthetically, the Z2 Mini is a delight with its vibrant colors and sleek design.
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Get this underrated Star Wars games for just $2 in the Steam Winter Sale
- Star Wars: Squadrons is a Star Wars video game released by Dead Space remake developer Motive and EA in 2020 which retails for $40 or $6-a-month EA Play subscription. It is a starfighter combat game which offers both single-player and multiplayer battles.
- Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is airing on Disney+ this month and its Goonies like vibe has got people in the mood to recommend Star Wars games this holiday.
- The game has a 95% discount for just $2 in the current Steam Winter Sale, which ends at 10 a.m on January 2, 2025.
- Star Wars: Squadrons features first-person aerial combat where players engage in dogfights with other starfighters. It offers a robust single-player campaign and multiplayer modes to sink your teeth into.
- It fully embraces the Star Wars pilot fantasy, and Motive did not sacrifice that much depth here to make it more accessible.
- The PC version of the game supports VR play, but it feels better to play on a controller than mouse and keyboard. This makes it unique among other modern Star Wars games.
- Star Wars: Squadrons has an average Mixed rating on Steam, but it is much better than that rating suggests and offers a rewarding gaming experience for those who want to pilot an X-Wing or TIE Fighter.
- The game is perfect for those who adore the starfighter pilot fantasy aspect of Star Wars and like to play challenging games with a lot of depth.
- Squadrons is one of the most underrated Star Wars games released since Disney acquired Lucasfilm and is worth checking out during this Steam sale.
- Star Wars: Squadrons has been compared positively with Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, plus the classic Star Wars: X-Wing and Star Wars: TIE Fighter games that explored this concept in the 1990s.
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Engadget's Balatro of the year 2024
- Balatro emerged as the Engadget crew's favorite game of 2024, and each member has their own take on it.
- A journalist loves Balatro on her Steam Deck, saying that it's the ideal platform for the game's passive and intense playstyles.
- One journalist is impressed by the tangibility of this digital card game with its physical impact through sound and visuals.
- An editor shares his journey to achieving Completionist++ in Balatro, an accomplishment that takes over 460 hours of playtime on both PC and Steam Deck.
- A casual gamer journalist enjoys the depth of Balatro, which allows players to pick it up and play for a few hours weeks later without forgetting objectives.
- A mobile port journalist talks about the seamless experience of playing Balatro on mobile devices, including foldables like the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6.
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PC Gamer Hardware Awards: The best gaming laptop of 2024
- The PC Gamer Hardware Award for the best gaming laptop of 2024 will be announced on New Year's Eve.
- The nominees for this award are the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, the Asus TUF A14, and the Gigabyte G6X.
- The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 impressed with its slim design, all-aluminium shell, fantastic speaker system, trackpad, and gorgeous screen.
- The Asus TUF A14 stands out for its affordability and compact chassis, featuring AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor.
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Polygon
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New Mistborn game helps Brandon Sanderson’s unique form of magic come to life
- Mistborn: The Deckbuilding Game allows players to utilize Brandon Sanderson's unique form of magic
- Players can build complex combos using different types of metals to achieve goals
- The game features a strategic approach to damage and encourages specialization
- The co-op mode offers a faithful experience to the plot of the Mistborn series
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Feature: Game Of The Year 2024 - Nintendo Life Staff Awards
- Nintendo Life presents a list of the staff’s top Nintendo Switch games for 2024.
- The list includes 27 games with honourable mentions.
- Some favourite games mentioned include Balatro, Thank Goodness You're Here!, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, Pepper Grinder and Animal Well.
- The staff also highlighted the unique settings and music in games, such as Nine Sols and Pentiment.
- Titles from the Zelda and Sonic franchises are also present.
- The next Nintendo Switch console and software lineup are also expected to be top-notch in 2025.
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Beyond’s 10 Favorite PlayStation Games, As Decided By Science and Democracy - Beyond 877
- Beyond's Top 10 PlayStation Games Ever selected in a convoluted way.
- The list is subjective and may not align with everyone's preferences.
- The show features Max Scoville, Jada Griffin, Akeem Lawanson, and Brian Altano.
- The episode is a fun discussion of their favorite PlayStation games.
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PSA: Last Chance to Purchase Racing Franchise Before It’s Delisted
- Players have until December 31 to purchase NASCAR games and their DLC as they’re being delisted from all storefronts including the PS Store.
- Standard editions of NASCAR games are currently priced at $20 or less on the PS Store. Some games come with free DLC.
- NASCAR Arcade Rush is currently 70% off in the PS Store sale, available for $15. NASCAR Heat 5 is free for PS Plus subscribers until December 31.
- The NASCAR license has been acquired by iRacing, who is developing NASCAR 25 to be released in fall 2025.
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