Politics
NPCs may be smart enough to have anxiety in GTA6
A new patent filed by Take-Two talks about a new way to give NPCs more divergent AI for future games like GTA6.
Games
On screen, on tables, wherever play is possible
Games
How to access Hitman 1 & 2 content in Hitman 3
Hitman 3 lets you access content from 1 & 2, but it is a bit of a complicated process. Here's everything you need to know to do it smoothly.
Games
The Great Dalmuti review: fresh art for a simple, clever card game
A trick-based shedding game, The Great Dalmuti's fresh new D&D themed edition is an easy and fun game to add to your collection.
Computers
Razer Naga Left-Handed Edition makes me wish it existed before my brain calcified
I really tried. But a lifetime of forced right-handedness made it too hard to flip. But this very nice mouse still taught me a lesson.
Games
The DontNod formula is stressing me out
Binary choices with unexpected consequences can lead to frustration beyond the intended emotional weight of DontNod games.
Games
Too many people think they know what went wrong with Cyberpunk 2077
Instead of pretending we know what really happened behind the scenes, it's more valuable to consider the complexities of making games.
Games
Diablo Immortal hands on: yes, this deserves a place on any phone you own
The Technical Alpha just wrapped up, so what was it like to play? Here's why we're excited by this excellent Diablo mobile experience.
Technology
20 shining lights of 2020: things that made a bad year brighter
It's been 'interesting', but here's some brilliant TV, tech, games, and standout moments that delighted, inspired or helped us along the way.
Games
17 indie videogame gems of 2020
For all its faults, 2020 was a fantastic year in indie games. While not everyone can win GOTY, here are 17 indie gems well worth your time.
Games
Toxicity Ghettoing: an Amazon patent could create a gaming class system
From quitters to shouty men, toxic players deserve a special place in hell. But is this the right path to send them there?
Games
Demon’s Souls? No, League of Legends: Wild Rift is the best remake of the year
For all the negative framing applied to mobile gaming, Wild Rift isn’t a dumbed-down version of League of Legends. It’s a more elegant one.
Games
Settlers of Catan: my family Christmas tradition
Every family has its traditions. Some involve a land called Catan. Herein is an exploration of the ritual that defines my Christmas.