The success of Balatro, the poker-themed deckbuilder, has been remarkable, but what sets it apart is the creator’s deliberate avoidance of other similar roguelikes in order to craft the best game possible. In a recent Q&A session on Reddit, developer Localthunk disclosed that their primary inspiration for Balatro was not from traditional card-based roguelikes, but
The highly anticipated release of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes on the Nintendo Switch has hit a roadblock for fans in the Americas & EMEA regions. A recent update from 505 Games confirmed that the physical edition of the game has been postponed to May 21, 2024. As a result of this delay, all backers will
Alan Moore, renowned for his graphic novels, is also an accomplished prose writer. One of his most acclaimed works, the three-volume novel Jerusalem, is currently on sale at Amazon. This epic novel, spanning over 1,200 pages, weaves a complex tale that combines Moore’s childhood memories with elements of occultism, mythology, and theoretical physics. Originally priced
The gaming industry is abuzz with rumors of Sony working on a PlayStation 5 Pro model that could potentially revolutionize the gaming experience. According to reports, the PS5 Pro may feature a significantly more powerful GPU, with up to three times the performance of existing PS5 models. This news has sparked excitement among gamers and
The recent Japanese movie, Godzilla Minus One, and the upcoming Hollywood blockbuster, Godzilla X Kong, may both be Godzilla movies, but they have drastically different vibes. Godzilla Minus One delves into the somber and brooding reflection on the trauma of World War II, while Godzilla X Kong is more geared towards offering a spectacle. However,
As someone who has never been particularly fond of fried eggs, I was surprised to find myself intrigued by the upcoming sci-fi cooking simulation game, Arctic Eggs. The game’s intriguing premise and moody trailer paint a picture of a dystopian Antarctica where eggs have been outlawed, and players take on the role of a Poultry
Google Meet, a popular video conferencing platform, is now offering users the ability to enhance their appearance with new filters. These filters are designed to subtly touch up your complexion before you join a meeting, giving you a more polished look without the need for extensive editing. There are two filter options to choose from:
In a groundbreaking move for WWE, former Women’s Champion Shayna Baszler is set to make her debut appearance in a GCW Bloodsport event during Wrestlemania weekend. This marks the first time that a current WWE roster member will be participating in a GCW show, highlighting the shifting landscape of the professional wrestling industry. Shayna Baszler,
One of the most legendary composers in the video game industry, Nobuo Uematsu, has voiced his concerns about the current state of video game music. He believes that developers who are content with mimicking the style of Hollywood blockbusters in their soundtracks are actually hindering the advancement of video game music as a whole. Uematsu,
The recent Supreme Court ruling in Lindke v. Freed has established a new test to determine when a public official can be considered to be engaging in state action by blocking someone on their social media account. This decision, signed by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, has significant implications for how public officials can interact with