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Farming simulator games, or games that include some kind of farming mechanic, have become increasingly popular in the last few years. Players yearn for the simple life that they cannot obtain in big cities and a high-tech world. Many of these games are grounded in some understanding of the natural world and how farms operate, even if they don’t take themselves entirely seriously. After all, no plant can grow as quickly as the ones in Minecraft, and real-life flowers don’t reproduce more if more than one person waters them, as in Animal Crossing....

Destiny 2 has one of the most interesting communities in gaming at the moment. It is fascinating to see a group of gamers who are so niched yet so welcoming to new players at the same time and what better reflection can one find for a community than in their memes? Destiny 2 appeals to a large and diverse demographic of players so one would be hard-pressed to find a meme that was not somewhat relatable to even the most casual of fans....

Announced over eight years ago, Cyberpunk 2077 has become a running gag in the gaming industry for constant delays. The gritty and futuristic game first gained recognition with its announcement trailer back in 2013 and has been little more than a myth since. After what seems like an eternity, the game has finally been released for the general public. While the wait may be over, the memes that CD Projekt Red’s latest title inspired live on, even after December 10th has come and gone....

One of the most anticipated horror releases has recently come out on October 20th. Amnesia: Rebirth aspires to continue in the footsteps of the original Dark Descent game, which undoubtedly helped define the future of survival and psychological horror. For its time, it became the scariest game known to most horror fans, and it was a well-deserved title. However, before getting to Amnesia: Rebirth, there’s a few other classic horror games that have become popular and iconic over the years....

There are two kinds of people that say, “The death animations are getting boring in Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.” The first group is composed of the pros that have killed every pikeman, skullcrusher, and arbalist thousands of times over. The next group is filled with amateurs that aren’t talking about the enemy death sequences but their own. After watching Eivor essentially getting farmed by Saxons for a dozen or so hours, some players might be inclined to put the game down or lower the difficulty....

Labyrinth released in 1986 and was the last feature film that Jim Henson directed before his death in 1990. While the movie didn’t meet expectations on release in theatres, it eventually went on to become a cult classic after it was released on home video. Despite many rumors of a potential sequel, as of yet, nothing has surfaced, however, a spin-off is reportedly in the works. This musical fantasy film is a favorite in many households, but there are many behind the scenes facts, hidden points of interest, and trivia that a lot of fans are likely unaware of....

Debuting back in 2005, it’s safe to say there’s not too much of Age of Empires 3 that hasn’t been explored by the time of this article’s writing in 2020. But with the Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition coming out recently, fans of the game have flocked back en masse, enjoying a few of the game’s many different modes. As developers watch the success of the refinished game, they can’t help but be pleased with the new coat of paint giving many players, both veterans and newbies, a return to the delightfully hectic experience....

It’s February, which means love is in the air, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. While some gamers may be out and about celebrating with a loved ones, others may choose to celebrate by enjoying a little romance in their favorite video game. Plenty of video games have romance options but few get it right. Here are some of our favorites. 10 Dragon Age Inquisition For those invested in BioWare’s Dragon Age series, there is a level of romance here that really pulls on the heartstrings....

With each passing generation, the idea of “games as art” gains legitimacy. Of course, anyone well-versed in the medium can confidently claim that games are art and always have been art. The only major distinction nowadays is that the average consumer has an easier access point through storytelling. Games like The Last of Us “legitimize” gaming as an art form through their stories, but they’re not the end-all, be-all. Even dating back to the Super Nintendo, one can find games that beat out a title like The Last of Us when it comes to story....

Battlefield 4 didn’t launch into combat without its fair share of bugs and server issues, but its multiplayer provided consistent entertainment despite the numerous setbacks that came intertwined in both the online and offline experience. Joining up in a squad and working together towards victory in multiplayer mode was one of the trademark experiences for the series as a whole, which is why console gamers were so disappointed that a proper ‘party’ or ‘squad’ system never appeared....

Irrational Games’ BioShock Infinite has been in development for a while now, but everything appears to be right on track for a successful launch next month. In fact, the fine folk at Irrational (who happen to have been working on the title for roughly five years) finally confirmed that BioShock Infinite has gone gold, and is on track to simultaneously hit the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC in just over a month’s time....

Capcom is not traditionally known for letting its prized properties sit around collecting dust, but it’s been a long, long time since the company has done much of anything with Darkstalkers. Sure, Morrigan, Hsien-Ko and Felicia all appear in Marvel vs. Capcom 3 (and, of course, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3), but what about the rest of the groovy, ghoulish gang? As it turns out, they’re all coming back - not in a new game (well, not yet anyway), but in a new collection titled Darkstalkers Resurrection....

We are living in a brave new world, where video games are becoming more and more community-driven. As a result, it’s becoming more important than ever for development studios to engage with their communities and fans. Not just to source reactions and feedback quickly, but to let potential and current customers know how development is going and how their highly-anticipated game is shaping up. And honestly? The best possible way of doing this is through the magic of developer diaries....

With the next generation of consoles well underway, the anticipation for certain big-ticket exclusives is beginning to mount. One of the titles that PS4 owners have been eagerly awaiting ever since its initial announcement is Evolution Studios’ Driveclub. Facing a delay into spring 2014, what seems to be an accidentally-posted tweet has given insight into a possible release date. Allegedly posted to the official Driveclub Twitter account, gamers were provided with the phrase “Mark your Calendars” followed by the date April 9, 2014....

Few video games can snag headlines with both the PC and next-gen crowds for its take on multiplayer, but Evolve has already done just that. The next multiplayer experience from Turtle Rock Studios, the minds behind Left 4 Dead looks to pit a team of cooperative players against a single monstrous enemy. Since the next-gen game was unveiled to be gracing the cover of Game Informer’s February issue, details have been trickling out....

Fans will enjoy the massive progression in plot points throughout the episode, but will be left somewhat disappointed with repetitive action sequences and truly illogical events. It’s been a long two month wait for the fourth episode of Game of Thrones, but now that Sons of Winter has finally been released fans can continue the exploits of House Forrester. The third episode of Game of Thrones saw the house struggling to cope with one unmitigated disaster after another, with each family member giving their all to try and help their kin ensure survival....

Who would have thought that a video game character with a grappling hook and a parachute would make such a great action hero? Well, pretty much everyone, but Avalanche Studios’ proved that with their Just Cause series. While the concept is definitely over-the-top and a little silly, it definitely makes for a fun and entertaining game. Considering that popularity, fans were appropriately excited when Square Enix announced that Just Cause 3 would be coming in 2015....

If there’s one post-apocalyptic property that can be considered among the most iconic, there’s little doubt that Mad Max would come out on top. Its portrayal of a hostile wasteland dominated by motorcycle gangs has long stood as a foundation for how the public perceives a post-apocalyptic landscape. With a game based on the property on its way, fans finally have an ideas of how long they have to wait before living out all their high-octane dreams....

It doesn’t take an expert to recognize that multiplayer has become nearly a necessity for a modern game to achieve triple-A status, at least for any game centered around combat or shooting. With BioWare’s shift from RPG to third-person shooter with the Mass Effect franchise, rumors of a multiplayer component in Mass Effect 3 have been swirling since the game was first confirmed. Well, we knew the rumors wouldn’t be stopping anytime soon, but the latest reveal is offering some compelling evidence for the presence of multiplayer in Mass Effect 3....

It’s been nearly five years since the release of the original Mass Effect on Xbox 360. Over the course of two sequels, Mass Effect has become one of the defining game series of this console generation. On November 6th, BioWare and Electronic Arts are giving fans and newcomers alike one last chance to experience Commander Shepard’s story from the very beginning with the release of the Mass Effect Trilogy. As the title so clearly implies, the Mass Effect Trilogy will contain all three Mass Effect games, neatly encapsulating the entire history of Commander Shepard’s battle against the Reaper menace....