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Palworld Is Right About Why Steam Player Counts Keep Misleading Everyone
Recent comments from Palworld publishing lead should draw attention to the shortcomings of Steam's public concurrent player data.
7 Single-Player Survival Games That Are 10/10 Masterpieces
Survival games are often associated with multiplayer, but there are also perfect single-player experiences in the genre.
Star Wars: Galactic Racer Thinks Racing Games Lost Something When Rewind Became Normal
In a recent interview, Star Wars: Galactic Racer in a recent interview, Fuse Games CEO Matt Webster touches on what's missing from the racing genre.
6 Near-Perfect Tactical RPGs With Creative Progression
There's a lot that goes into making a good tactical RPG, but a compelling, original progression system is an especially important element.
The Witcher 3 Is Starting to Look Like a Single-Player Live-Service RPG
For many, The Witcher 3 is the quintessential single-player role-playing game, but it actually has something in common with multiplayer live-services.
Star Wars Zero Company Has a Smart Fix for How Tactical RPGs Handle Relationships
Star Wars Zero Company has some surprisingly great RPG elements, and its cleverly designed companion systems are among the most impactful.
I Grew Up in Miami, and GTA 6's Vice City Is Almost Too Accurate
Grand Theft Auto 6's official gameplay reveal showed off a lot of Vice City, and as an ex-Floridian, I must say it's looking mighty authentic.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy - Video Review
We got our hands on Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy ahead of its release. It's as visually striking and polished as Asobo Studio's other releases.
Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Review
It's as visually striking and polished as Asobo Studio's other releases, but is Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy a meaningful evolution for the IP?
8 Horror RPG Masterpieces You Never Heard Of
Proper horror role-playing games are few and far between, but a good number of them are well worth playing despite their relative obscurity.
Star Wars Zero Company - Video Review
We reviewed Star Wars Zero Company! With great presentation, a strong story, and solid fundamentals, it's one of the best Star Wars games in years.
Star Wars Zero Company Review
With great presentation, a well-written story, and rock-solid fundamentals, Star Wars Zero Company is one of the best Star Wars games in years.
Mass Effect 5 Is Exactly the Kind of Single-Player RPG EA Can't Afford to Lose
Despite being the continuation of a beloved franchise, it's looking like Mass Effect 5 might not see the light of day, which is very bad.
6 Cult Classic RPGs That Are Near-Perfect Masterpieces
There are a lot of fantastic RPGs out there, but those that wear the badge of "cult classic" can also be considered some of the very best.
5 Classic Open-World RPGs That Got Better With Age
Open-world RPGs continue to get better as a whole, but some classic entries seem to only improve as time goes on, and are worth checking out.
Hogwarts Legacy 2 Has an Open-World Sequel Problem
Hogwarts Legacy 2 was always a sure thing, but it's facing one fairly significant obstacle with respect to its setting and map design.
7 Classic Immersive RPGs That Aged Like Fine Wine
Immersion can significantly enhance a role-playing experience, and there are plenty of classic RPGs that prove this beyond a doubt.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Just Made an RPG Cardinal Sin Look Silly
There's a lot to love about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, including a pretty central aspect that at least one industry leader was skeptical about.
6 Open-World RPGs That Can Be Called Total Disasters
There are a lot of great open-world RPGs out there, but the genre also has some certifiable duds that are worth remembering as cautionary tales.
Near-Perfect Turn-Based RPGs With Creative Progression
It's safe to say that engaging progression systems are a must in a turn-based RPG, and games that take a creative approach tend to be better for it.