In the ever-evolving landscape of indie gaming, Trigger Happy Interactive’s latest title, Total Chaos, marks a significant shift in direction from their previous release, Turbo Overkill. Where Turbo Overkill dazzled players with vibrant, neon aesthetics and frenetic action that bordered on the frenzied, Total Chaos delves deep into the shadowy realms of psychological horror interlaced
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The gaming industry is a rapidly evolving landscape, often subject to the whims of consumer demand, financial viability, and project success. Recently, Illfonic, the developers known for games like Friday the 13th: The Game and Predator: Hunting Grounds, announced significant layoffs within their workforce as part of a strategic re-alignment. The intricacies surrounding these layoffs
Ubisoft’s recent decision to terminate its PvP shooter, XDefiant, marks a significant setback not only for the company but for the gaming community at large. Announcing the layoffs of approximately 277 employees across various development studios, Ubisoft disclosed that it had “not been able to attract and retain enough players in the long run” to
The intersection of bizarre concepts and video game mechanics seems to have found a quirky yet intriguing representative in “Urge,” an open-world survival shooter that dares to explore themes surrounding bodily functions, specifically urine. At first glance, the idea of a game that revolves around “piss” may provoke a chuckle or evoke confusion. However, upon
For many, the idea of pivoting to a career that revolves around animals is a tantalizing dream, one that evokes images of endless afternoons filled with fur, feathers, and the joy that comes from being surrounded by our four-legged companions. Today, we bid farewell to Kiera, a valued member of the RPS team, who has
In the vast landscape of video game history, many titles emerge with grandeur, only to eventually fade into the background noise of the industry. Among these is **Dark Sector**, a game developed by Digital Extremes that was released in 2008. Initially bounded by the shadows cast by its more illustrious peers, Dark Sector found itself
In the immersive yet treacherous universe of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, players have often found themselves confronting bizarre gameplay anomalies. Reports of airborne corpses, peculiar NPC behaviors, and the vanishing of essential HUD elements created an unsettling environment for many gamers exploring the desolate landscapes. Fortunately, GSC Game World has heeded players’ concerns and
The term ‘Action RPG’ (ARPG) has become a battleground for gaming enthusiasts and developers alike, as its meaning appears to shift and contort based on who you ask. At its core, the genre merges the intensity of action gameplay with the expansive narratives and character development typical of role-playing games. However, what constitutes an ARPG
The gaming industry is no stranger to legal disputes, especially when it comes to questions of competition and revenue sharing. One such case currently unfolding involves Valve Corporation, the company behind the widely popular digital distribution platform, Steam. This case has transformed from a singular lawsuit initiated by Wolfire Games into a class action suit
Ndemic Creations, known for their impactful simulation title Plague Inc, is venturing into uncharted territory with their upcoming game, After Inc: Revival. While Plague Inc tasked players with the grim but captivating job of spreading a global pandemic, After Inc flips the narrative by focusing on rebuilding civilization in the aftermath of societal collapse—specifically, a