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I grew up on Soulstorm and the new Dawn of War 4 trailer hits a lot of the right notes. Adeptus Mechanicus is finally getting the spotlight it deserves and Imperial Knights can be allies. The visuals look great and the trailer leans hard into cinematic combat in ways that line up with how my imagination used to fill in the blanks.

As the Battlefield 6 launch day draws near, the fan community is buzzing with debate (of course it is—this is Battlefield we’re talking about). Everyone has an opinion on the new class system. Many long-time players are calling for a return to the old-school “locked” classes from past games, while others are curious about the fresh “open” classes approach. It’s a proper gamer dilemma: stick to tradition or embrace the new? And yes, the discussions are everywhere. From Reddit threads to Discord chats (and maybe even while grinding out a cheeky reward on BUFF in the background), players are voicing their thoughts on how classes and weapons should work in BF6.

If you’re looking for an emotional journey that can make you sad and even cry, these open-world games will hit the spot. Open-world gaming has progressed by leaps and bounds, offering not just vast landscapes and freedom but also heartfelt storytelling. In these games, investing in a good writing team and allowing players to experience stellar narratives results in moments so emotional that they might make you shed tears. Games with sad or poignant endings – like Far Cry 5 or Final Fantasy 15 – prove that even big-budget open-world titles can tug at your heartstrings and leave you deeply moved. Titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2 similarly deliver gut-punch story moments that stay with you long after the final mission. So grab some tissues and get ready: here are some of the best open-world games that will make you cry, each with their own unique way of breaking your heart.

Steam has always been the home base for PC gamers, and once in a while we get a look at the sheer scale of its biggest hits. Recently, a chart dropped showcasing the highest-concurrent played games on Steam, and the numbers are wild. From battle royale juggernauts to quirky indie darlings, here are the top 20 games that pulled in jaw-dropping simultaneous player counts.

As August 2025 comes to a close, it’s clear this month delivered a solid lineup of games even before the big fall release storm begins. We saw a couple of heavy-hitting remakes – Gears of War: Reloaded and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater – battling for players’ attention. Each spoke to its own audience, so it never felt like they were stepping on each other’s toes. And while not everyone is eager to revisit old classics, August also brought a handful of fresh, quirky titles that offered something lighter and more unusual. Looking back, it was a month packed with variety, and here are the standouts in the order they launched.

Mario Kart World A launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2 – now *literally open world*, with 24-player chaos, 50 racers (plus skins!), dynamic weather, and full free-roaming kart mayhem. Download it from the Nintendo eShop: Nintendo eShop – Mario Kart World Dune: Awakening Survival MMO on Arrakis – build bases, fight sandworms, play PvE

Have you ever met your end at the hands of a staircase? Not a ferocious dragon or a cunning boss, just a simple misstep. You fall, see that dreaded “You Died” screen, and suddenly it’s back to square one. Frustration mounts, the controller might get tossed aside, but you know what? You always come back.

Buckle up because we’ve got some juicy updates coming your way for the beloved co-op horror adventure, REPO! The team over at Semiwork has been hard at work, and they’ve just dropped some exciting news that you won’t want to miss. First things first, let’s address the elephant in the room: the infamous spam-E-as-the-level-loads health

Ever wondered if you can catch Pokémon while building in Minecraft? Spoiler alert: you absolutely can! Thanks to the magic of modding, there are several ways to immerse yourself in the Pokemon universe right within the blocky world of Minecraft. Whether you’re keen on transforming Minecraft mobs into your favorite Pokémon or diving into a

Ever feel like gaming adaptations rarely hit the mark? You’re not alone. But every now and then, a series based on a game comes along that’s actually worth your time. We’ve rounded up some lesser-known game-inspired TV shows that are surprisingly good. From edgy anime to gritty crime dramas, there’s something here for everyone. 1.

Video games have long outgrown their reputation as mere pastimes for teens with energy drinks and top-tier ping. While some gamers debate Baldur’s Gate 3’s graphics or microtransactions in mobile games, others are out there saving lives, fighting diseases, diagnosing dementia, and even helping plan cities of the future—all with just a click of the

May 2025 is shaping up to be a solid month for gamers. While the list isn’t packed with big-budget blockbusters, there are more than a few titles worth watching—ranging from a gritty medieval Doom prequel to indie adventures made of clay. Here's a breakdown of what’s coming, sorted by release date, not hype level (though let’s be honest, Doom’s probably leading the pack).