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An RPG rundown; recommendations and reviews of the best role-playing games on the market.
Spirits of Battle
"There is malice in this sword. The dark heart of the smith still dwells in it. It will not love the hand it serves, neither will it abide with you long." —Melian on Anglachel (The Silmarillion, Quenta Silmarillion, Chapter XXI: "Of Túrin Turambar")
Samuel WrightPublished 3 days ago in GamersComic Book Curse
In the quaint town of Covington, there existed a small comic book store nestled between the rows of bustling shops. Its shelves were adorned with colorful covers and thrilling tales, drawing in patrons from far and wide. But amidst the pages of fantastical adventures lay a sinister secret—a cursed comic book that held the power to bring nightmares to life.
Explaining Tarkov Wipes in 6 Minutes
Tarkov is a game that has what are called wipes. Moments in the game's life where either a large content update is being dropped large enough to require everyone to start over to properly test the new features, or enough time has passed that the current game state needs to be reset. Depending on how long you’ve played Tarkov you most likely have experienced at least one wipe. You’ve also most likely seen all the memes about when’s wipe? Or that the wipe is going to be on a Thursday. These are old school Tarkov memes that have been around for many years, and still get tossed around whenever the developers begin to hint at the notion of the game resetting in the near future.
Everything Maxis Match for your Children on Sims 4
Are you the kind of simmer who likes playing with toddlers and children but don't have content? Look no further my dears!
Bianca WilsonPublished 11 days ago in GamersI love you more than One Piece
In the vibrant town of Sunnyville, where quirky characters roamed the streets and laughter echoed through the alleys, there lived a young chef named Max. Max was known for his culinary mishaps and his heart of gold. Despite burning more dishes than he could count, Max's infectious enthusiasm and genuine kindness won him the affection of the townsfolk.
LyLy LuffyPublished 11 days ago in GamersUnique Ways to Play Tarkov if You're Bored
After playing Tarkov for as long as some of us have, the game can sometimes begin to lose its luster. Wipes always help reignite the excitement for the game; new mechanics, maps, weapons, gear. On top of having to start over once more. But once you have wiped with the game enough times, and you begin the process of starting the same quests over and over again, even those can begin to feel stale. The monotony of redoing the exact same quests in the same order can really be a drag. We got a small break this wipe with the release of Ground Zero and having to start there now instead of Customs. But again, it’s only 6 quests at the start. To be fair, Ground Zero is a solid map, and can now be played post level 20, for some spicy PvP encounters. But if you’re someone who has played for years and has become desensitized and bored with the current Tarkov, you’re not alone. A ton of players feel this after the game wipes. In fact, it’s typical for the game to surge with players soon after a wipe, and then slowly overtime, the amount of people playing usually tapers off, before surging again next wipe. So, if you are still playing Tarkov, because you are trying to enjoy it, you might just need a different way of engaging with the game to help bring the spark back before the next major update. I’m going to propose some different ideas and ways of playing Tarkov that aren’t too far-fetched for most players should they feel inclined. None of these ideas are wholly original; many people already engage with Tarkov in these ways, but perhaps it's your first-time hearing about them. So, give them a shot and see if it reinvigorates your desire to play the game.
How Is Fallout 76 Doing in 2024
The Fallout TV series launched on Amazon Prime 18 days ago. Audiences and critics have all been generally favorable with the show sitting on a 93% Rotten Tomatoes score as of today.
Michael NaylorPublished 14 days ago in GamersKnights of the Old Republic
To say that Star Wars is a juggernaut of a franchise would be an understatement of note. The first film, A New Hope, was released in 1977 and was an instant mega-hit with queues out the door and around the block to see what all the hype was about. At the time, sci-fi films weren't the grand spectacle they are today.
Greg SeebregtsPublished 15 days ago in GamersThe "Amateur" Adventurer
When we think of so-called adventurers, we tend to think of those who are in it for the money. Those men and women who turn up to get a share of a lost pirate treasure, a dragon's horde, or at least a pouch of gold coins for bringing in a bandit bounty, or ending the threat from a nearby goblin cave. However, the idea of professionalism is one that we might be able to look at through another lens. Because the way we think of them now is different from the way we once did.
Neal LitherlandPublished 17 days ago in GamersTarkov's New "Unheard Edition" is the Most Disrespectful Chain of Events in the Game's History.
What has transpired over the last 48 plus hours in the Tarkov community is nothing short of a disaster. With the reveal and release of their new edition for the game: the unheard edition, players are now being asked to spend an additional $100 to upgrade from Edge of Darkness, or an egregious $250 for the biggest and baddest version of the game if it’s your first time buying a copy of the game. For comparison, I’ve played league of legends since 2014, a free to play game where you can buy skins for the characters, and I’ve spent less than $250 on that game in a decade. And now BSG is asking new players to cough that up for items and bonuses that have gone past the point of cosmetic only. It’s a shame and an absolute disgrace to every single person who has supported the game with their own time and money. A flagrant disregard to the community as a whole, a slap in the face, and a harsh reminder that companies don’t owe you shit. True colors and intentions have been shown today. And the easiest way to speak against it is to not buy it. But let’s be real for a second: everyone that plays this game is a grown ass adult or at least I hope you are. What you do with your money is your choice to make and yours alone. Am I or should I talk shit to anyone who does decide to get this bigger version of the game? No. If you are financially sound and have the expendable income to do so, that’s your prerogative. Obviously, BSG needs the money more than you do, or at least that was the initial impression. They must be in more dire financial straits than we thought. Or they just want to nickel and dime us. Or they are just genuinely fucking stupid and don’t know how to add monetizable things to Tarkov that don’t ruin the balance of the game completely. I’ve given them enough benefits of the doubt, in the now will be 7 years I have known about this game. Here, it’s obvious they want to make money and are willing to gatekeep modes that everyone has asked for years to be added into the game. And rip assets from their engines store to make it feel more exclusive and cooler.
'Bumpers & Broadswords' is Rad
If you've been following this blog, you know how enamored I am with mongames. Two mongames that have captured my interest are Metal Walker and Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule GB, not because of their quality but their potential. In the case of Metal Walker, it has an unacceptably high enemy encounter rate and Capsule items that do little to add consistent strategy to the game. While Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule GB is lacking because of its constant grinding and dice rolls that often determine the outcome of battles. However, the saving grace for both games lies in their battle systems. Metal Walker with its Flip Battles, turn-based pinball or flipper, and Yu-Gi-Oh! Monster Capsule GB with its monster-raising chess. The innovation of these battle systems embedded in me a desire to enjoy them without the baggage, and I'm pleased to say Bumpers & Broadswords delivers just that.
Why Haven't Indie Mongames Caught On?
Indie games have often been an outlet for retro video game genres. Of course, what is considered nostalgic for the developer depends on the games they grew up playing. In the past, side-scrolling platformers were the genre of choice, but now it's mongames. Mongame is a genre that revolves around collecting and raising creatures, popularized by the role-playing game Pokémon. Recent years have seen a resurgence of mongames, with games like Temtem, Monster Crown, and Nexomon: Extinction releasing last year. However, indie mongames have generally failed to resonate with many Pokémon fans. While there is demand for mongames, the indie games that belong to this genre have missed the mark in three significant ways.