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Summary Britain has been the setting for some of the best dystopian novels ever written, including1984andA Clockwork Orange.Perhaps it’s the British attitude of keeping a stiff upper lip no matter what events unfold which makes Britain a great setting for memorable dystopian worlds, whether it’sa nuclear disaster, a brutal regime,or a zombie apocalypse. While some of these games were developed outside of the UK, all take place within Britain. Boasting gut-wrenching stories and often skilled at mixing horror with a biting sense of humor, these are some of thebest examples of British dystopian settings in gaming....

Summary Nothing beats video games when it comes to wreaking pure, unadulterated mayhem, and only one thing makes it better. Co-op. The volatility of a group of friends makes chaos grow exponentially until it inevitably turns hilarious. Luckily, there are quite a few games out there that lean into the chaos and let players spread as much of it as possible, whether it’s surviving hordes of zombies or saving the intergalactic Super Earth....

Summary American Horror Storyhas a storied past, with each season revolving around a brand-new story featuring brand-new characters, even though the actors are used in rotation across multiple seasons. These characters breathe life into the tales they star in, all designed to have their own personalities, strengths, and flaws. Many of the women inAHScarry this show on their shoulders, more often than not featuring in starring roles, or being such acompelling side character that they steal the spotlightfrom the main....

Summary Sony has long been considered to be cutting edge when it comes to their technology, and their game consoles have been no different. Ever since the long-running company’s gaming industry debut back in 1994, each console release intheir PlayStation lineuphas always seemed to bring something new and exciting to the table. As expected for a game console, with those exciting advancements in hardware also comes equally exciting games, of course....

Summary The reverse bullet hell or bullet heaven genre has been gaining traction recently, and much of the credit goes toVampire Survivors. This gothic horror-inspired casual game, infused with roguelite elements, flips the classic bullet hell formula on its head,putting players in control of the chaos rather than dodging it. It’s no wonder fans have embraced the thrill of becoming the bullet storm themselves. With its minimalist gameplay and straightforward objectives,Vampire Survivorsstands out as a fun title to play, especially on mobile devices....

Quick Links TheSteam Deck is a great way to play your Steam gameswithout being at your computer, but it does have some limitations. Not every game is compatible with the Steam Deck, especially older games. Even newer games can have a hard time running on the Steam Deck. Unfortunately, the Steam Deck has a hard time runningOblivion Remasteredbut it is still playable if you can find the right settings for in-game....

Transformershasplenty of great storiesthat span across many different mediums. Throughout them, we see both Optimus Prime and Megatron in new lights and boasting different levels of power. In some of them, Megatron and Optimus Prime stand toe-to-toe with one another and are seen as an equal match. Other times depictMegatron as the stronger of the two, with Optimus needing to rise up against a superior foe. However, not every victory goes to Optimus Prime....

Summary ​​A live-action adaptation ofBioShockis in development. Its director, Francis Lawrence, recently shared a promising update about the project. BioShockis a critically acclaimed first-person shooter video game published in 2007. 2K Boston (originally known as Irrational Games) and 2K Australia developed the game. It is set in the dystopian underwater city of Rapture after surviving a plane crash. It became a favorite among gamers due to its immersive storytelling, atmospheric setting, and philosophical themes....

Summary A new update forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6has finally brought back the highly requested Blueprint Swap feature, which allows players to customize any of their base weapons or weapon blueprints with an unlocked skin.Call of Duty: Black Ops 6’s Blueprint Swap feature was briefly available as part of the shooter’s Season 1 update, before being removed just a few days later. With the feature being removed from the game almost six months ago,Call of Dutyfans have been begging developer Treyarch Studios toadd the popular blueprint feature back toBlack Ops 6....

Summary Final Fantasyis a series full of story-driven games with a wealth of memorable characters. As one would expect, the heroes are thrust into precarious situations time and time again, where survival isn’t guaranteed. So, it can be odd to see certain characters put themselves in the path of certain death, only to survive. For the most part, these moments don’t take away from a player’s enjoyment of theFinal Fantasygames, but they do cause them to scratch their head and ask questions from time to time....

Summary New data from Steam reveals thatSid Meier’s Civilization 7is struggling to keep its fan base engaged, as the game’s player count has dropped sharply over time.Civilization 7makes some changes to the franchise’s formula, and it seems that this move, paired with a troubled launch, has greatly affected how popular the title has become. Civilization 7was released earlier this year, and was eagerly awaited by long-time fans of the popular historical franchise....

The following contains potential spoilers forClair Obscur: Expedition 33. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33recently answered some important questions about the Gommage, including what happens when someone has their birthday after the number goes down, and when the first disappearance was recorded. Though this information is not available in the game, it provides further context for players to better understand one of the major plot points ofClair Obscur: Expedition 33. TheGommage is an annual event in the world ofClair Obscur: Expedition 33where the Paintress inscribes a number on her great Monolith, after which everyone of that age vanishes....

Summary Bend Studio has released a new update forDays Gone Remastered, introducing a variety of performance, audio, and visual improvements aimed at refining the overall gameplay experience.Days Goneoriginally launched as a PlayStation 4 exclusive in 2019, offering post-apocalyptic open-world exploration with survival horror elements. The game, like its upgradedDays Gone Remasteredversion, follows Deacon St. John, a former outlaw turned bounty hunter, as he navigates the treacherous Pacific Northwest overrun by creatures known as Freakers....