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The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is live! This week, we discuss the future of Ubisoft as well as Microsoft’s latest developer conference.
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
Today is the 30th anniversary (1/29/96) of the shareware release of 'Duke Nukem 3D' on MS-DOS (PC). The full version released in April.
This 1st-person shooter was a follow-up to the 2D platformer games starring the titular character.
Jon St. John provided the voice of Duke.
This 1st-person shooter was a follow-up to the 2D platformer games starring the titular character.
Jon St. John provided the voice of Duke.
January 29, 2026 at 10:59 AM
Today is the 30th anniversary (1/29/96) of the shareware release of 'Duke Nukem 3D' on MS-DOS (PC). The full version released in April.
This 1st-person shooter was a follow-up to the 2D platformer games starring the titular character.
Jon St. John provided the voice of Duke.
This 1st-person shooter was a follow-up to the 2D platformer games starring the titular character.
Jon St. John provided the voice of Duke.
Based on a 2022 comic book series, I Hate This Place is a sharp, stylish survival crafting game that pits you against a nightly rotation of ghosts, aliens, and cults. The stunning comic book aesthetic makes every "thud" and "bang" a joy to see.
January 29, 2026 at 12:33 AM
Based on a 2022 comic book series, I Hate This Place is a sharp, stylish survival crafting game that pits you against a nightly rotation of ghosts, aliens, and cults. The stunning comic book aesthetic makes every "thud" and "bang" a joy to see.
The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is live! This week, we discuss the future of Ubisoft as well as Microsoft’s latest developer conference.
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
January 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is live! This week, we discuss the future of Ubisoft as well as Microsoft’s latest developer conference.
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
New games discussed include:
‘I Hate This Place!’
‘Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot’
‘Pigface’
‘Ebola Village’
‘Ghost Keeper’
“Escape from Ever After’
12 years ago today (1/28/14), the 1st episode of ‘Broken Age’ released to the public (after backers) on PC.
This point-and-click adventure from Double Fine was one of the most successful Kickstarter-backed games of all time, raising $3.45 million from 87,000 backers in a month.
This point-and-click adventure from Double Fine was one of the most successful Kickstarter-backed games of all time, raising $3.45 million from 87,000 backers in a month.
January 28, 2026 at 11:26 AM
12 years ago today (1/28/14), the 1st episode of ‘Broken Age’ released to the public (after backers) on PC.
This point-and-click adventure from Double Fine was one of the most successful Kickstarter-backed games of all time, raising $3.45 million from 87,000 backers in a month.
This point-and-click adventure from Double Fine was one of the most successful Kickstarter-backed games of all time, raising $3.45 million from 87,000 backers in a month.
Need a break from waiting for Resident Evil: Requiem? Ebola Village is a gritty, RE-inspired survival horror that trades logic for chaos, including everything from werewolves to a memorable zombie cow.
"What I got was an entertaining five hours that I would recommend to any fans of the genre."
"What I got was an entertaining five hours that I would recommend to any fans of the genre."
January 28, 2026 at 2:54 AM
Need a break from waiting for Resident Evil: Requiem? Ebola Village is a gritty, RE-inspired survival horror that trades logic for chaos, including everything from werewolves to a memorable zombie cow.
"What I got was an entertaining five hours that I would recommend to any fans of the genre."
"What I got was an entertaining five hours that I would recommend to any fans of the genre."
'Afro Samurai' released on the Xbox 360 & PS3 17 years ago today (1/27/09) in North America.
This action game developed by Namco Bandai is based on the manga/anima series of the same name.
It received moderate reviews and sold about 420,000 copies across the US and Europe.
This action game developed by Namco Bandai is based on the manga/anima series of the same name.
It received moderate reviews and sold about 420,000 copies across the US and Europe.
January 27, 2026 at 1:37 PM
'Afro Samurai' released on the Xbox 360 & PS3 17 years ago today (1/27/09) in North America.
This action game developed by Namco Bandai is based on the manga/anima series of the same name.
It received moderate reviews and sold about 420,000 copies across the US and Europe.
This action game developed by Namco Bandai is based on the manga/anima series of the same name.
It received moderate reviews and sold about 420,000 copies across the US and Europe.
16 years ago today (1/26/10), 'MAG' released in North America on PS3.
This game holds the Guinness world record for "Most Players in a Console FPS" with 256 players.
The servers for the game shut down on January 28th, 2014, making the game completely unplayable today.
This game holds the Guinness world record for "Most Players in a Console FPS" with 256 players.
The servers for the game shut down on January 28th, 2014, making the game completely unplayable today.
January 26, 2026 at 1:10 PM
16 years ago today (1/26/10), 'MAG' released in North America on PS3.
This game holds the Guinness world record for "Most Players in a Console FPS" with 256 players.
The servers for the game shut down on January 28th, 2014, making the game completely unplayable today.
This game holds the Guinness world record for "Most Players in a Console FPS" with 256 players.
The servers for the game shut down on January 28th, 2014, making the game completely unplayable today.
'Dead Space 2' released on X360/PS3/PC on this day 15 years ago (1/25/11).
The 2nd mainline game in the series follows Isaac Clark as he deals with the Necropmorphs & his debilitating mental illness.
The game sold almost 2:1 compared to the orignal.
"Make us whole."
The 2nd mainline game in the series follows Isaac Clark as he deals with the Necropmorphs & his debilitating mental illness.
The game sold almost 2:1 compared to the orignal.
"Make us whole."
January 25, 2026 at 4:49 PM
'Dead Space 2' released on X360/PS3/PC on this day 15 years ago (1/25/11).
The 2nd mainline game in the series follows Isaac Clark as he deals with the Necropmorphs & his debilitating mental illness.
The game sold almost 2:1 compared to the orignal.
"Make us whole."
The 2nd mainline game in the series follows Isaac Clark as he deals with the Necropmorphs & his debilitating mental illness.
The game sold almost 2:1 compared to the orignal.
"Make us whole."
What do you think the next genre will be that over saturates the market? 10 years ago it was battle royale. The last 5 it’s been rogues. What’s the next big craze for the industry in your mind?
Post your thoughts in the comments below & we’ll discuss on the next podcast!
Post your thoughts in the comments below & we’ll discuss on the next podcast!
January 24, 2026 at 4:47 PM
What do you think the next genre will be that over saturates the market? 10 years ago it was battle royale. The last 5 it’s been rogues. What’s the next big craze for the industry in your mind?
Post your thoughts in the comments below & we’ll discuss on the next podcast!
Post your thoughts in the comments below & we’ll discuss on the next podcast!
9 years ago today, 'Resident Evil 7: Biohazard' released on Xbox One, PS4 & PC.
This was the 1st game in the main series to use a first-person camera perspective.
It also returned the game to its classic roots of survival horror & exploration.
It sold over 15 million units.
This was the 1st game in the main series to use a first-person camera perspective.
It also returned the game to its classic roots of survival horror & exploration.
It sold over 15 million units.
January 24, 2026 at 3:47 PM
9 years ago today, 'Resident Evil 7: Biohazard' released on Xbox One, PS4 & PC.
This was the 1st game in the main series to use a first-person camera perspective.
It also returned the game to its classic roots of survival horror & exploration.
It sold over 15 million units.
This was the 1st game in the main series to use a first-person camera perspective.
It also returned the game to its classic roots of survival horror & exploration.
It sold over 15 million units.
'PaRappa the Rapper 2' released 24 years ago today (1/23/02) on PS2.
This rhythm game is actually the 3rd in the series are the original & the spinoff title, 'Um Jammer Lammy'.
It was criticized for lacking the charm of the original game as well as a lack of improvements.
This rhythm game is actually the 3rd in the series are the original & the spinoff title, 'Um Jammer Lammy'.
It was criticized for lacking the charm of the original game as well as a lack of improvements.
January 23, 2026 at 5:32 PM
'PaRappa the Rapper 2' released 24 years ago today (1/23/02) on PS2.
This rhythm game is actually the 3rd in the series are the original & the spinoff title, 'Um Jammer Lammy'.
It was criticized for lacking the charm of the original game as well as a lack of improvements.
This rhythm game is actually the 3rd in the series are the original & the spinoff title, 'Um Jammer Lammy'.
It was criticized for lacking the charm of the original game as well as a lack of improvements.
19 years ago today, 'Hotel Dusk: Room 215' released on the Nintendo DS in North America.
This point-&-click adventure was unique, because players would hold the DS sideways like a book while playing.
The game reviewed favorably, despite its linear nature & simplistic puzzles.
This point-&-click adventure was unique, because players would hold the DS sideways like a book while playing.
The game reviewed favorably, despite its linear nature & simplistic puzzles.
January 22, 2026 at 4:17 PM
19 years ago today, 'Hotel Dusk: Room 215' released on the Nintendo DS in North America.
This point-&-click adventure was unique, because players would hold the DS sideways like a book while playing.
The game reviewed favorably, despite its linear nature & simplistic puzzles.
This point-&-click adventure was unique, because players would hold the DS sideways like a book while playing.
The game reviewed favorably, despite its linear nature & simplistic puzzles.
‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’ from Douze Dixièmes is a good, albeit difficult Metroidvania. It’s not perfect, but it doesn’t need to be perfect.
Relle checked out this title on Switch, but it’s also available on Xbox, PlayStation & PC.
Full written review in comments
Relle checked out this title on Switch, but it’s also available on Xbox, PlayStation & PC.
Full written review in comments
January 22, 2026 at 1:30 PM
‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’ from Douze Dixièmes is a good, albeit difficult Metroidvania. It’s not perfect, but it doesn’t need to be perfect.
Relle checked out this title on Switch, but it’s also available on Xbox, PlayStation & PC.
Full written review in comments
Relle checked out this title on Switch, but it’s also available on Xbox, PlayStation & PC.
Full written review in comments
The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is live, and we hope you’ll give it a listen. This week, we discuss our gaming resolutions and check in with how we did on last year’s.
You’ll also hear Relle’s impressions of ‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’
You’ll also hear Relle’s impressions of ‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’
January 21, 2026 at 8:11 PM
The Gaming Outsider Podcast’s latest episode is live, and we hope you’ll give it a listen. This week, we discuss our gaming resolutions and check in with how we did on last year’s.
You’ll also hear Relle’s impressions of ‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’
You’ll also hear Relle’s impressions of ‘MIO: Memories in Orbit’
28 years ago today (1/21/98), 'Resident Evil 2' released on PlayStation in North America.
The sequel tells the story of Leon S. Kennedy & Claire Redfield as they escape Raccoon City, whose citizens have been turned into zombies.
It sold 4.96 million copies on PS alone.
The sequel tells the story of Leon S. Kennedy & Claire Redfield as they escape Raccoon City, whose citizens have been turned into zombies.
It sold 4.96 million copies on PS alone.
January 21, 2026 at 11:28 AM
28 years ago today (1/21/98), 'Resident Evil 2' released on PlayStation in North America.
The sequel tells the story of Leon S. Kennedy & Claire Redfield as they escape Raccoon City, whose citizens have been turned into zombies.
It sold 4.96 million copies on PS alone.
The sequel tells the story of Leon S. Kennedy & Claire Redfield as they escape Raccoon City, whose citizens have been turned into zombies.
It sold 4.96 million copies on PS alone.
'Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance II’ released 22 years ago today (1/20/04) in North America on PS2/Xbox.
This direct sequel to the 2001 title is a 3D hack-and-slash game set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of Dungeons & Dragons.
It was ported to modern platforms in 2022.
This direct sequel to the 2001 title is a 3D hack-and-slash game set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of Dungeons & Dragons.
It was ported to modern platforms in 2022.
January 20, 2026 at 12:47 PM
'Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance II’ released 22 years ago today (1/20/04) in North America on PS2/Xbox.
This direct sequel to the 2001 title is a 3D hack-and-slash game set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of Dungeons & Dragons.
It was ported to modern platforms in 2022.
This direct sequel to the 2001 title is a 3D hack-and-slash game set in the Forgotten Realms campaign setting of Dungeons & Dragons.
It was ported to modern platforms in 2022.
Our Editor-in-Chief, Scott Clark, put together his personal favorite video games he played in 2025.
Click the link in the comments to see what made his cut.
He would love to hear your thoughts on the list. Any he's convinced you to give a shot? Any others that you think don't deserve its spot?
Click the link in the comments to see what made his cut.
He would love to hear your thoughts on the list. Any he's convinced you to give a shot? Any others that you think don't deserve its spot?
January 19, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Our Editor-in-Chief, Scott Clark, put together his personal favorite video games he played in 2025.
Click the link in the comments to see what made his cut.
He would love to hear your thoughts on the list. Any he's convinced you to give a shot? Any others that you think don't deserve its spot?
Click the link in the comments to see what made his cut.
He would love to hear your thoughts on the list. Any he's convinced you to give a shot? Any others that you think don't deserve its spot?
The Gaming Outsider Podcast records its latest episode LIVE tonight at 7:30 PM CST! Join us as we discuss the week's news & discuss the games we've been playing.
This week, we're sharing our New Year's resolutions for 2026.
You'll also hear impressions of 'MIO: Memories in Orbit'.
This week, we're sharing our New Year's resolutions for 2026.
You'll also hear impressions of 'MIO: Memories in Orbit'.
January 19, 2026 at 6:59 PM
The Gaming Outsider Podcast records its latest episode LIVE tonight at 7:30 PM CST! Join us as we discuss the week's news & discuss the games we've been playing.
This week, we're sharing our New Year's resolutions for 2026.
You'll also hear impressions of 'MIO: Memories in Orbit'.
This week, we're sharing our New Year's resolutions for 2026.
You'll also hear impressions of 'MIO: Memories in Orbit'.
16 years ago today (1/19/10), ‘Dark Void’ released on Xbox 360, PS3 & PC.
This 3rd-person shooter had a cover system similar to ‘Gears of War’, but allowed you to take cover while in flight as well. It was referred to as a “vertical cover system”.
It received average reviews.
This 3rd-person shooter had a cover system similar to ‘Gears of War’, but allowed you to take cover while in flight as well. It was referred to as a “vertical cover system”.
It received average reviews.
January 19, 2026 at 1:58 PM
16 years ago today (1/19/10), ‘Dark Void’ released on Xbox 360, PS3 & PC.
This 3rd-person shooter had a cover system similar to ‘Gears of War’, but allowed you to take cover while in flight as well. It was referred to as a “vertical cover system”.
It received average reviews.
This 3rd-person shooter had a cover system similar to ‘Gears of War’, but allowed you to take cover while in flight as well. It was referred to as a “vertical cover system”.
It received average reviews.
Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up to be a massive new chapter for the franchise, blending classic survival horror with intense action and two playable protagonists in Leon Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft. Showcase revealed all.
Are you ready to face the horror when it launches on February 27, 2026?
Are you ready to face the horror when it launches on February 27, 2026?
January 19, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Resident Evil Requiem is shaping up to be a massive new chapter for the franchise, blending classic survival horror with intense action and two playable protagonists in Leon Kennedy and Grace Ashcroft. Showcase revealed all.
Are you ready to face the horror when it launches on February 27, 2026?
Are you ready to face the horror when it launches on February 27, 2026?
What are you video game goals or resolutions for 2026?
The Gaming Outsider Podcast will be discussing this very topic on our upcoming episode, and we want to hear YOURS.
If you post in the comments below, we might read it on the show when we record LIVE on Monday at 7:30 CST!
The Gaming Outsider Podcast will be discussing this very topic on our upcoming episode, and we want to hear YOURS.
If you post in the comments below, we might read it on the show when we record LIVE on Monday at 7:30 CST!
January 18, 2026 at 4:08 PM
What are you video game goals or resolutions for 2026?
The Gaming Outsider Podcast will be discussing this very topic on our upcoming episode, and we want to hear YOURS.
If you post in the comments below, we might read it on the show when we record LIVE on Monday at 7:30 CST!
The Gaming Outsider Podcast will be discussing this very topic on our upcoming episode, and we want to hear YOURS.
If you post in the comments below, we might read it on the show when we record LIVE on Monday at 7:30 CST!
'The Punisher' released on PS2, Xbox & PC on this day 21 years ago (1/18/05).
This third-person action-adventure game from Volition & THQ has you taking down criminals responsible for the death of Frank Castle's family.
It received mixed reviews & sold a million copies.
This third-person action-adventure game from Volition & THQ has you taking down criminals responsible for the death of Frank Castle's family.
It received mixed reviews & sold a million copies.
January 18, 2026 at 1:38 PM
'The Punisher' released on PS2, Xbox & PC on this day 21 years ago (1/18/05).
This third-person action-adventure game from Volition & THQ has you taking down criminals responsible for the death of Frank Castle's family.
It received mixed reviews & sold a million copies.
This third-person action-adventure game from Volition & THQ has you taking down criminals responsible for the death of Frank Castle's family.
It received mixed reviews & sold a million copies.
21 years ago today (1/17/05), ‘Ape Escape 3’ released on the PS2 in NA.
Released in Japan the previous year, the 4th game in the main series received generally favorable reviews & includes some fun tie-ins to ‘Metal Gear Solid’.
It was rated for PS4 release but never happened.
Released in Japan the previous year, the 4th game in the main series received generally favorable reviews & includes some fun tie-ins to ‘Metal Gear Solid’.
It was rated for PS4 release but never happened.
January 17, 2026 at 4:32 PM
21 years ago today (1/17/05), ‘Ape Escape 3’ released on the PS2 in NA.
Released in Japan the previous year, the 4th game in the main series received generally favorable reviews & includes some fun tie-ins to ‘Metal Gear Solid’.
It was rated for PS4 release but never happened.
Released in Japan the previous year, the 4th game in the main series received generally favorable reviews & includes some fun tie-ins to ‘Metal Gear Solid’.
It was rated for PS4 release but never happened.
Forgotten 23 delivers a haunting atmosphere and an intriguing time-loop mystery, even if it does not fully land for everyone.
“The world feels lived in, lonely, and at times straight up bleak. The sound design is fantastic, with a score that adds to the feeling of isolation.”
“The world feels lived in, lonely, and at times straight up bleak. The sound design is fantastic, with a score that adds to the feeling of isolation.”
January 17, 2026 at 12:22 AM
Forgotten 23 delivers a haunting atmosphere and an intriguing time-loop mystery, even if it does not fully land for everyone.
“The world feels lived in, lonely, and at times straight up bleak. The sound design is fantastic, with a score that adds to the feeling of isolation.”
“The world feels lived in, lonely, and at times straight up bleak. The sound design is fantastic, with a score that adds to the feeling of isolation.”