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Gaming Industry AnalysisGame Development · Live Service Games

By Claire Bennett

The Rise and Fall of Payday 3: A Development History

An in-depth examination of Payday 3's journey from anticipated sequel to troubled launch, exploring Starbreeze's ambitious plans, technical challenges, and ongoing efforts to rehabilitate the game through 2024.

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Gaming HistoryRuneScape · Evolution of Combat

By Claire Bennett

How Evolution of Combat (EoC) Almost Killed RuneScape

The 2012 release of Evolution of Combat (EoC) in RuneScape drastically changed the game's combat system, leading to a massive player exodus and nearly destroying the game. This article explores why.

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Gaming NewsGame Development · Studio Closure

By Claire Bennett

Hothead Games, Makers of Big Win and Kill Shot, Shuts Down After 20 Years

Canadian game studio Hothead Games, known for titles like Big Win Sports and Kill Shot, has filed for bankruptcy after nearly two decades in the industry. The studio faced challenges securing publishing deals for its latest projects, ultimately leading to its closure.

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Gaming NewsGame Releases · 2025 Games

By Nathan Drake Wells

2025: Gaming's Gonna Be WILD - A Massive Preview of Upcoming Releases

Get ready to clear your schedules (and your hard drives)! 2025 is shaping up to be a monumental year for gaming, with a huge wave of anticipated titles hitting PC and consoles. From blockbuster sequels to innovative new IPs, we've got the lowdown on what's coming.

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Gaming NewsGame Releases · 2024 Games

By Nathan Drake Wells

2024: A Gaming Odyssey – From Indie Gems to AAA Blockbusters

Buckle up, gamers! 2024 delivered a digital avalanche of incredible titles. We're talking RPG epics, platforming perfection, and everything in between. Dive into our comprehensive recap of the year's biggest and best releases.

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Gaming NewsNintendo · Nintendo Switch

By Nathan Drake Wells

2025: The Year of Nintendo? Switch 2, Mario, and More.

2025 is shaping up to be a massive year for Nintendo. From the highly anticipated reveal of the Switch successor to exciting new games like Metroid Prime 4 and potential surprises for Mario's 40th anniversary, here's what to expect.

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Gaming NewsPlayStation Games

By Nathan Drake Wells

Hornets' Halftime PS5 Stunt Backfires Spectacularly

The Charlotte Hornets pulled a PR blunder at a recent game, pretending to gift a PS5 to a child during a halftime skit, only to take it back afterward. The internet reacted strongly.

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Gaming NewsGarry's Mod · Skibidi Toilet

By Nathan Drake Wells

Don’t Expect the Creator of Garry’s Mod to Sue Over Skibidi Toilet in Fortnite

Garry Newman, creator of Garry's Mod, has made it clear he has no intention of suing over the inclusion of Skibidi Toilet in Fortnite, despite the series using assets from games that form the basis of his popular sandbox game.

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Gaming NewsPC · Steam

By Nathan Drake Wells

Steam's 2024 Playtime Stats: Are New Games Losing Ground?

Steam's year-end data reveals a surprising trend: only 15% of playtime was spent on 2024 releases. What does this mean for the future of new games on the platform?

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