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Valve has caved to pressure from the Russian federal censorship body and delisted Flick Solitaire in Russia on Steam.
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Steam censors LGBTQ+ content in Russia by delisting Flick Solitaire
Flick Solitaire, an indie card game developed by the small UK indie studio Flick Games, has been removed from Steam in Russia.
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November 29, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Valve has caved to pressure from the Russian federal censorship body and delisted Flick Solitaire in Russia on Steam.
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Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has stated that it "makes no sense" for video game storefronts to disclose the use of generative AI in a game's development.
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Steam should stop labeling games marked as AI, according to Tim Sweeney
Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, mentioned that Steam and other digital marketplaces disclosing AI in games doesn't make sense anymore.
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November 29, 2025 at 8:26 AM
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney has stated that it "makes no sense" for video game storefronts to disclose the use of generative AI in a game's development.
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REVIEW: Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved
"With expressive characters and a gorgeously rendered environment, fans of mystery games will love letting the tale unravel with intuitive ‘talk and search’ gameplay."
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"With expressive characters and a gorgeously rendered environment, fans of mystery games will love letting the tale unravel with intuitive ‘talk and search’ gameplay."
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Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved Review - Mystery on track
Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved is a love letter to all our favourite mystery series of the past.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:54 AM
REVIEW: Detective Instinct: Farewell, My Beloved
"With expressive characters and a gorgeously rendered environment, fans of mystery games will love letting the tale unravel with intuitive ‘talk and search’ gameplay."
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"With expressive characters and a gorgeously rendered environment, fans of mystery games will love letting the tale unravel with intuitive ‘talk and search’ gameplay."
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REVIEW: Rue Valley
"It’s a game with great writing and some truly fantastic ways of exploring depression and mental health, but it mechanically falls flat."
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"It’s a game with great writing and some truly fantastic ways of exploring depression and mental health, but it mechanically falls flat."
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Rue Valley Review - Here we go again, and again
Rue Valley is a stylish time-loop based RPG with an intriguing setup, but can it hold up to repeating the same 47 minutes again and again?
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November 27, 2025 at 10:52 AM
REVIEW: Rue Valley
"It’s a game with great writing and some truly fantastic ways of exploring depression and mental health, but it mechanically falls flat."
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"It’s a game with great writing and some truly fantastic ways of exploring depression and mental health, but it mechanically falls flat."
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So you thought everything was an Xbox? Well, apparently, shoes can be a Super Nintendo.
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A pair Nike Air Max 90 has been transformed into a SNES console
A pair of Nike Air Max 90s has been transformed into a one-of-a-kind sneaker that plays SNES games through emulation.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:48 AM
So you thought everything was an Xbox? Well, apparently, shoes can be a Super Nintendo.
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REVIEW: Simogo Legacy Collection
"Presenting a variety of fun, cleverly designed games in a gorgeously polished package, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the team’s earliest works and piece together the DNA of their more recent masterpieces."
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"Presenting a variety of fun, cleverly designed games in a gorgeously polished package, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the team’s earliest works and piece together the DNA of their more recent masterpieces."
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Simogo Legacy Collection Review - Touching classics
Simogo Legacy Collection beautifully presents an eclectic bunch of adventures from the team behind Lorelei and the Laser Eyes.
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November 27, 2025 at 10:46 AM
REVIEW: Simogo Legacy Collection
"Presenting a variety of fun, cleverly designed games in a gorgeously polished package, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the team’s earliest works and piece together the DNA of their more recent masterpieces."
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"Presenting a variety of fun, cleverly designed games in a gorgeously polished package, it’s a delightful way to enjoy the team’s earliest works and piece together the DNA of their more recent masterpieces."
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It's Podcast Time!
In this exciting episode, we get to talk to a real-life video game character, Tinbeard from Vanguard Exiles, aka Seth from The Tea Division!
This Richard Garfield designed game could be the next big thing!
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In this exciting episode, we get to talk to a real-life video game character, Tinbeard from Vanguard Exiles, aka Seth from The Tea Division!
This Richard Garfield designed game could be the next big thing!
@vanguardexiles.bsky.social
Listen Here: joy.org.au/checkpoint/2...
November 27, 2025 at 8:27 AM
It's Podcast Time!
In this exciting episode, we get to talk to a real-life video game character, Tinbeard from Vanguard Exiles, aka Seth from The Tea Division!
This Richard Garfield designed game could be the next big thing!
@vanguardexiles.bsky.social
Listen Here: joy.org.au/checkpoint/2...
In this exciting episode, we get to talk to a real-life video game character, Tinbeard from Vanguard Exiles, aka Seth from The Tea Division!
This Richard Garfield designed game could be the next big thing!
@vanguardexiles.bsky.social
Listen Here: joy.org.au/checkpoint/2...
New details of reported union-busting activities at Rockstar have emerged. @rockstargames.com
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Rockstar staff reportedly fired after sharing Slack policy emails in private union Discord server
New reporting from People Make Games alleges that the thirty four union staff at Rockstar were fired after the sharing of internal emails over Slack policy in a private union Discord server.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:54 AM
New details of reported union-busting activities at Rockstar have emerged. @rockstargames.com
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REVIEW: Dispatch
"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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Dispatch Review - Packs a big punch
Dispatch is a narrative choices matter game where you play as a fallen superhero who is now helping dispatch ex villians to help save LA.
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November 25, 2025 at 12:51 AM
REVIEW: Dispatch
"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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"Its dialogue is razor sharp, coming out of characters’ mouths that have a lot of personality and, most importantly, heart."
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Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that FBC: Firebreak's long-awaited roguelike mode is being delayed by a few months. @remedygames.com
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FBC: Firebreak delays its Endless Shift roguelike mode as "it still needs a bit more time"
FBC: Firebreak's upcoming roguelike mode, Endless Shift, has been delayed into next year as Remedy acknowledges it needs more time.
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November 24, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that FBC: Firebreak's long-awaited roguelike mode is being delayed by a few months. @remedygames.com
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INTERVIEW: Emma Tammi, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Director
"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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We chat with director Emma Tammi about Five Nights at Freddy's 2
We sat down with Emma Tammi to talk about her upcoming film, Five Nights At Freddy's 2, the sequel to the 2023 video game adaptation film.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:27 AM
INTERVIEW: Emma Tammi, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 Director
"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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"This sequel is for the fans, we’ve been listening to what everyone wanted, and we’ve got a lot of surprises up our sleeves that everyone will be excited about."
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INTERVIEW: Masato Kumazawa, Producer on Resident Evil Requiem
"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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We speak with producer Masato Kumazawa about Resident Evil Requiem
Checkpoint sat down with Masato Kumazawa to learn more about how Resident Evil Requiem improves on the survival horror experience.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:17 AM
INTERVIEW: Masato Kumazawa, Producer on Resident Evil Requiem
"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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"...the development team has been working very hard with trying to scare players."
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HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Resident Evil Requiem
We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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Resident Evil Requiem Hands-on Preview - The terror that learns
The hands-on of Resident Evil Requiem shows that classic survival horror still delivers great terror with some new additions.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:15 AM
HANDS-ON PREVIEW: Resident Evil Requiem
We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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We spent some time with the game ahead of launch, and it's looking... terrifying!
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Want more Vampire Survivors? Well, this is a pivot you might not have been expecting...
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Vampire Survivors takes on a new form with Vampire Crawlers
Poncle has announced Vampire Crawlers, a rogue-lite, deckbuilding dungeon crawler set in the same world as Vampire Survivors.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Want more Vampire Survivors? Well, this is a pivot you might not have been expecting...
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REVIEW: Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE Review – Isekai power fantasy incarnate
Netmarble's Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE is a decent game held back by the sum of the many troubles that ail it
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November 22, 2025 at 2:25 AM
REVIEW: Solo Leveling: ARISE OVERDRIVE
"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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"ARISE OVERDRIVE’s biggest strength is how thrilling and beautifully chaotic its combat is."
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REVIEW: Of Ash and Steel
"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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Of Ash and Steel Review - First draft
Of Ash and Steel feels closer to pre-alpha than early access, and certainly nowhere near ready for a full launch. The game’s loading screens and characters make it clear that the island of Greyshaft i...
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November 22, 2025 at 2:19 AM
REVIEW: Of Ash and Steel
"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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"...the game is barely functional due to a plague of bugs, unplayable performance issues, and systems that barely hold together... Of Ash and Steel feels closer to a first draft than a final launch."
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REVIEW: Constance
"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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Constance Review - Painterly platforming
Constance is a solid metroidvania. A detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishe
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November 22, 2025 at 2:15 AM
REVIEW: Constance
"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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"Constance is a solid metroidvania and painterly palette cleanser... a detailed canvas of smart mechanical touches and stunning stylistic flourishes."
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The popular title has withdrawn from the "Best Debut Indie" category.
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Megabonk has withdrawn from The Game Awards 2025
Megabonk pulls out from The Game Awards 2025 after it was nominated for "Best Debut Indie Game" because its not vedinad's debut game.
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November 20, 2025 at 6:16 AM
The popular title has withdrawn from the "Best Debut Indie" category.
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REVIEW: Anno 117: Pax Romana
"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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Anno 117: Pax Romana Review - Dominus architectus
Anno 117: Pax Romana beautifully ressurects one of the most famous periods of antiquity in the next installment of its city-building series.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:33 AM
REVIEW: Anno 117: Pax Romana
"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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"Complex in some ways and relaxed in others, Anno 117: Pax Romana is a satisfying and creative citybuilder that is easy to spend hours on."
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REVIEW: Winter Burrow
"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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Winter Burrow Review - Expectation can be quite a Watership Downer
Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:05 AM
REVIEW: Winter Burrow
"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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"Winter Burrow is positively blanketed in charm and whimsy, but looking below the surface reveals survival gameplay at its most basic."
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REVIEW: Kirby Air Riders
"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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Kirby Air Riders Review - What dreams are made of
Kirby Air Riders is a gorgeous and dazzling kart racer that is a must-play for Switch 2 owners looking for some breakneck speed racing fun.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
REVIEW: Kirby Air Riders
"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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"...this title has a clear vision: letting players control cute little guys at breakneck speeds, travelling vibrant courses and battlefields to come out on top."
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Influential game developer and Interplay Entertainment co-founder Rebecca Heineman has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.
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The legendary and trailblazing game dev, Rebecca Heineman, has passed away
It's with great sadness to hear about the passing of video game royalty, with Rebecca Heineman losing her battle to cancer.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Influential game developer and Interplay Entertainment co-founder Rebecca Heineman has sadly passed away following a battle with cancer.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is disappointing fans and doing weird stuff with the campaign.
In other news, water is wet!
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In other news, water is wet!
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Black Ops 7 launch misfires with AI backlash and disasterous sales
A rough launch as one of the weakest-performing games in the series, both in sales and player reception.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:53 AM
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is disappointing fans and doing weird stuff with the campaign.
In other news, water is wet!
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In other news, water is wet!
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