Nightmare of Decay | Review

Developer: Checkmaty | Publisher: Checkmaty Nightmare of Decay is an engrossing callback to the classics, but does it cross the line from homage to parody? Between the triumphs and shortcomings of this indie survival horror...

Kao the Kangaroo | Beta Review

Kao the Kangaroo™ is back! This time with a brand new adventure. The bravest kangaroo is ready to pick up his boxing gloves and K.O. his way through this epic journey. Take on this...
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Picker’s Problems: 7 Ways RPG Lockpicking Fails to Impress

Game design is all about creating obstacles to overcome, and what's better than a locked door to do just that? Lockpicking is a staple mechanic for open-world RPGs, but I believe that their implementation...

The Thrilling Allure of Horror Games: The Magic of Fear, Atmosphere, and Gameplay

One important genre for me in gaming is horror. I love the idea that something can immediately make me feel something, fear even if it usually only shocks and scares. I can always rely...

Games to Play in September | Heavyshelf Select

Heavyshelf Select is a series of articles that curates and chooses games based on their quality in art style, gameplay, depth, innovations in gaming mechanics, and even value.  September has a decent variety in...

The Surprising Appeal Of Expert TrackMania

I never understood the appeal of watching "professional" gamers in competitions. I think I've found the exception. TrackMania. What in the world is this game? To be perfectly honest,...
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Activision Announces Shutdown of Call of Duty: Warzone Caldera

Activision has recently announced that they are planning to shut down Call of Duty: Warzone Caldera. The closure is set for September 21, 2023, at which point all gameplay, player progression, inventories, and online...
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