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Paradox take “first step” in response to Bloodlines 2’s DLC clan backlash with PlayStation refunds, promise more info next week

Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 publisher Paradox have gotten the ball rolling on the "adjustments" they promised in response to the controversy over the game's day-one paid DLC vampire clans. As we've covered previously, the Toreador and Lasombra clans were originally revealed to be locked behind a purchase of ...
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This week in PC games: Borderlands 4, celestial empire building and the first big Dune: Awakening DLC

Alright, sweethearts. What are you waiting for? Breakfast in bed? Another glorious day feeding the Maw. A day feeding the Maw is like a day on the farm - every update's a banquet, every DLC a fortune, every quarterly earnings call a parade. I LOVE the Maw! Read more ...
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Nintendo Has ‘No Real Need’ for New Franchises, Veteran Says, and Can Just ‘Pick Whatever’ Existing Series Fits New Gameplay

Nintendo doesn't really need to create new franchises, a former developer has said, explaining that the company can simply wrap its fresh gameplay ideas into one of the many beloved video game series it owns already. Speaking to Bloomberg, programmer Ken Watanabe said Nintendo doesn't "really fuss over" which of ...
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UK Charts: Mario Kart World Takes The Lead While Cronos Sees Weak Sales On Switch 2

Mixed bag.Happy Monday, folks! The latest UK boxed charts are here, and we've got a few newcomers to acknowledge, but first... Yes, Mario Kart World is back in the lead at number 1. Nintendo's grabbed a Golden Mushroom and stormed past the competition once again; let's see how long it ...
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The Best Deals Today: College Football 26, Demon Slayer The Hinokami Chronicles 2, and More

We've rounded up the best deals for Sunday, September 7, below, so don't miss out on these limited-time offers.College Football 26 for $49.99If you're like me, you probably spent your entire Saturday watching college football. Today on Amazon, you can score EA Sports College Football 26 for $49.99, which saves ...
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Guide: The Best Nintendo Switch 2 Games

The best Switch 2 games to play right now.Switch 2 launched in June 2025 and, although a young console in the scheme of things, it's already built up a sizeable software library, mixing some choice exclusives with a host of 'Nintendo Switch 2 Editions', which include optimised, improved versions of ...
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‘Criticism Isn’t Hate’ — Hollow Knight: Silksong Sparks Debate About Difficulty, Runbacks, and the Dreaded ‘Git Gud’ Comments

With Hollow Knight: Silksong’s huge launch in full swing, community debate about its qualities and flaws has gone back and forth, with some players insisting their criticisms about things like the game's difficulty are valid and shouldn’t be instantly dismissed as "hate."Silksong launched over six years after it was announced ...
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Poll: Box Art Brawl – Duel: Forsaken (N64)

For goodness' saken.Greetings, and welcome to another edition of Box Art Brawl!Last time, we checked out the original Harvest Moon for the SNES, and would you believe it, it was actually the more realistic European design that won the day with 46% of the vote. North America was the runner-up ...
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Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake Gets Seven-Minute Gameplay Overview Trailer

Not long to go now.Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake launches for the Switch and Switch 2 next month, and to build some excitement, Square Enix has now released an extensive gameplay overview trailer.Over seven minutes, you can get a better look at the game's exploration, combat, party lineup ...
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Gallery: Ubisoft Celebrates Rayman’s 30th With Some Rayman Legends Concept Art

"What fun memories do they bring back?".Earlier this week, Ubisoft began its 30th anniversary celebrations for its famous video game mascot Rayman.Apart from the news he'll be returning at some point in the future (with work on a new project now underway), Ubisoft is planning to reflect on the character's ...
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