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Obsidian is one of the most prolific and respected game studios to date, releasing some of the best modern roleplaying games, and boasting a legacy that showcases a long line ofcompelling titles. Whether they’re revitalizing the CRPG genre withPillars of Eternityor harkening back to classicFalloutgames with their monolithicNew Vegastitle, there is a lot to love about this developer. Among the pantheon of popular Obsidian titles,Outer Worldsstands out as a particularly engrossing and engaging sci-fi title, a first-person RPG that had lots of room for character growth and creation....

Summary The original version ofAge of Empires 3has been delisted from digital storefronts as of October 10, with the game’s multiplayer services ceasing on October 30. Originally released in 2005,Age of Empires 3is one of the most beloved real-time strategy games of the new millennium, inspiring a Definitive Edition release in October 2020. Released as the long-awaited sequel to 1999’sAge of Empire 2: The Age of Kingsfor PC and PlayStation 2,Age of Empires 3saw impressive sales within its first year on the market, shipping over two million copies and earning rave reviews from critics and players alike....

It is clear to see why fans are already so excited forLike a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, with the recently announced project being centered around a fascinating premise. Players will once again return to the tropical shores of Hawaii, this time through the perspective of beloved franchise character Goro Majima, who has lost his memory and quickly finds himself as the captain of his very own pirate ship. Despite not being a mainline release, the scale ofLike a Dragon: Pirate Yakuzais already shaping up to be quite impressive, especially given how the hugely expansiveInfinite Wealthonly released eight months ago....

There are a number of discontinued franchises that deserve another chance, andAmerican McGee’s Aliceis one of them. After releasing two games, McGee said last year that the series is dead due to lack of support from publisher Electronic Arts for the development of supposed sequels,Alice: AsylumandAlice: Otherlands. Many fans of the franchise were disappointed, but are still holding out hope for a different developer and publisher to take up the helm with the help of McGee’s design bible....

Summary Music is universal and something that everyone can appreciate, no matter who they are or what their background is. Plenty of musicians and artists out there offer all kinds ofdifferent music to cater to every taste. From hard rock to bubblegum pop, there is something for everyone in the music world. Seeing as musicians and bands can become popular in any part of the world, it’s no surprise that there are plenty of recreations found inThe Sims 4gallery....

Summary Like most MMORPGs in the game,Throne and Libertydoes a great job ofoffering players weaponsthat can deal damage at both a close distance, but also be able to carve out some kills from afar. The game offers a plethora of weapons that players can choose from to be useful to their teammates from any range they want. One of the best weapons for dishing out damage from a distance is theCrossbow....

Summary After years of development, often inducing more concern than hype about its arrival, theSilent Hill 2 Remakeis finally here, and it turned out well. It managed to maintain the original’s mix of psychological horror and outright terror while modernizing the gameplay and updating the visuals. Still, there’s room for improvement. The visuals are meant to be grim, but perhaps they could be a little clearer, or the cutscenes could have a higher frame rate, or there could just be less fog....

Summary Paradox Interactive is widely recognized for developing some of thebest strategy games available on the market. The developer’s titles offer immersive and profound experiences, keeping players engaged for hours. The complexity of the games and attention to detail reinforce the company’s position as one of the leaders in the strategy game industry. Over the years, the developer has solidified its place among enthusiasts of the genre through releases that bring challenging and engaging systems, designed to provide hours of gameplay and ample possibilities in each new journey....

Summary Core Keeperisa mining sandbox adventurethat allows the player to explore the deep underground, mining various resources, and defeating bosses in the hopes of one day returning to their world. However, while the common resources or dirt walls can be easily punched away, the more valuable materials and thicker walls will require the player to equip their miner with a pickaxe. As players progress inCore Keeper, they can eventually make stronger pickaxes, which not only swing faster but also destroy blocks quicker by doing more damage....

Summary Wizard of Legend 2is packed full of powerful spells to master. But when the game first begins, resources are limited, and the few spells offered seem to be disappointing at first glance. It can be a challenge figuring out what the best spells are to spend Chaos Gems on. In these cases, thebest spells inWizard of Legend 2are usually ones that players can unlock early and will make future runs much easier....

Summary InThrone and Liberty, players can customize their Weapon Skills and even specialize them until they’re different from the base ones.Staff skillsare some of the most destructive and useful skills in the whole game, and having a dedicated build that prioritizes this powerful skill branchwill turn characters into powerful Ranged DPS. But just hurling spells mindlessly is not enough to make a good build. The following are the best staff skills to unlock, alongside their Specialization perks and all the details players need to know about these spells before they decide to use Growth Books on them....

Halloween is always a great excuse for live-service games to have a bit of a refresh. Halloween is a chance to give the map a spooky makeover, add some horror-themed quests and cosmetics, and even collaborate with the wider world of horror entertainment.Call of Dutyhas been doing exactly this for a good few years now, andHalloween 2024is no exception. An event officially titled “The Haunting,“Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3andWarzoneare both dedicating an entire season of content to Halloween festivities....

Quick Links Becoming the friend of an anarchist rockerboy terrorist isn’t exactly going to be easy, especially if he’s sharing the same headspace as V. Yet, inCyberpunk 2077it’s possible, but not exactly simple. Metamorphosis with Johnny Silverhand inCyberpunk 2077is inevitable, but players can make sure that they and Johnny are best buds depending on the dialogue options that they select during specific missions across main jobs and in Phantom Liberty....