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One New 2D Soulsvania May Be the Closest Thing to a Bloodborne 2
FromSoftware may be continuing to let the Bloodborne IP languish, but that hasn't stopped other developers from delivering their own takes.
How the New PS5 Slim Console Compares to the Original
The PS5 Slim offers players a long-awaited form factor refresh of Sony's PlayStation 5 console, along with a few other bells and whistles.
One Year Later, It's Clear Pentiment Left Its Mark on the Historical Mystery Genre
Pentiment is still a unique entry among adventure games thanks to its approach to historical accuracy and well-written characters.
Capcom Has a Clear Path to Honor Resident Evil’s 30th Anniversary
The Resident Evil series' hitting of a major milestone in 2026 makes a strong case for Capcom to honor its legacy in a big way.
Mass Effect Wouldn't Be 'Mass Effect' Without the Paragon and Renegade Morality System
The Mass Effect series wouldn't be the same without its signature morality guague that underpins every one of the player's decisions.
How Capcom Has Made its Resident Evil Franchise Immune to Remake Fatigue
Capcom's Resident Evil franchise has established a winning formula and release cadence for the series that shows no signs of slowing down.
The Battle for Steam's Most Wishlisted Spot Explained
Always a coveted spot for an unreleased title to hold, the games vying for being the most wishlisted title on Steam are currently in a tight race.
Why Starfield is Already Out of the Picture for the Game of the Year Award
Like several other noteworthy titles releasing this year, Starfield is potentially yet another victim of the absolutely packed 2023 gaming landscape.
Remembering How Surprising Metal Gear Solid 2’s Bait and Switch Was
The Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection contains some memorable moments from one of gaming's best series, including a twist no one saw coming.
Why February 14 is an Important Date for Hollow Knight: Silksong
February 14, 2024 will mark an important milestone for the still hotly-anticipated release of the perpetually in development Hollow Knight: Silksong.
35 Years Later, Super Mario Bros. 3 is Still the Benchmark for Platforming Games
Today marks the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. 3's initial release, and the title still stands as the exemplar of the platforming genre.
How Final Fantasy 16's Length Compares to Past Games in the Franchise
Final Fantasy 16 is the latest entry in the long-running RPG franchise, continuing a legacy of games with traditionally lengthy playtimes.
Hellboy Web of Wyrd Interview: Dev Discusses Making a Roguelite Using One of Comics' Most Revered Titles
Upstream Arcade recently sat down with The Best War Games to discuss the newly released roguelite/beat 'em up hybrid, Hellboy Web of Wyrd.
Two Years Later, Every Game The Nvidia GeForce Now Leak Got Right and Wrong (So Far)
The Nvidia GeForce Now leak was one of the most substantial leaks in gaming history, and several of the revealed titles have since released.
One Year Later, Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is a Great Beginner's Entry for Tactics Games
Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is officially one year old and has found its particular niche within the beloved tactics genre.
Lords of the Fallen and Lies of P Are Two Sides of The Same Soulslike Coin
Lords of the Fallen and Lies of P may both be Soulslikes releasing in 2023, but their approaches to the genre couldn't be more different.
Lords of the Fallen's Adherence to Dark Souls Has One Critical Flaw
For all of Dark Souls' legendary importance in the gaming landscape, Lords of the Fallen's honoring of 12-year-old design has a particular drawback.
How Lords of the Fallen Makes Good on Being a Spiritual Successor to the Original Dark Souls
Out of all the Soulslike influence felt in the gameplay of Lords of the Fallen, its adherence to the original Dark Souls is preeminent.
It's Time for Another Darksiders Game
The Darksiders series skillfully shifts between genres with each game to deliver an engaging connected tale, and it's high time fans got a new entry.
Borderlands 3 on Switch Breaks a 14-Year-Old Tradition
The release of Borderlands 3 on the Nintendo Switch is surprisingly stable in its framerate and visuals, but lacking in one critical area.