Arborea review: "Fascinating interplay"

GamesRadar+ VerdictFor fans of heavyweight strategy board games, Arborea will be right on the money. Although it leans into the worker placement trappings you may have seen before, a few twists have been added to keep veterans on their toes. Yes, it lacks narrative behind its mechanics and that vibrant art style is divisive… but its tactical depth and replayability are undeniable.Pros+Shared placement and resource tracks provide lots of positive player interaction+Lots of interlinked mechanics offer lots of challenge and strategic depth+Varied setup means there’s plenty of replay valueCons-Difficult to learn and visually divisive-No sense of theme or narrative - feels more like a grab-bag of game mechanics...

April 18, 2024 · 22 min · 4495 words · Bryan Sanders

As Helldivers 2 fans call for bug fixes over new content, director apologizes "for the sloppy mistakes we've made as of recent" and knows "we can do better as a studio"

GamesThird Person ShooterHelldivers 2As Helldivers 2 fans call for bug fixes over new content, director apologizes “for the sloppy mistakes we’ve made as of recent” and knows “we can do better as a studio"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesThird Person ShooterHelldivers 2As Helldivers 2 fans call for bug fixes over new content, director apologizes “for the sloppy mistakes we’ve made as of recent” and knows “we can do better as a studio"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 14 min · 2964 words · Christina Baker

As the Fallout TV Show sends fans to Bethesda games in droves, Fallout New Vegas director says give the RPG's much-maligned card game another go as it's "not that hard"

GamesAction RpgFallout: New VegasAs the Fallout TV Show sends fans to Bethesda games in droves, Fallout New Vegas director says give the RPG’s much-maligned card game another go as it’s “not that hard"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesAction RpgFallout: New VegasAs the Fallout TV Show sends fans to Bethesda games in droves, Fallout New Vegas director says give the RPG’s much-maligned card game another go as it’s “not that hard"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 17 min · 3549 words · Roger Benson

Ayaneo Mini PC AM02 review: “I’ve never been this hyped for a low-spec rig”

GamesRadar+ VerdictThe Ayaneo Mini PC AM02 proves that tiny rigs can boast both beauty and power, and it’s much more than a nostalgic nod. While its contemporary Nintendo Entertainment System vibes provide this tiny rig with an exceptional aesthetic, the compact machine’s specs and capabilities also make it a must-have for both retro fans and PC players looking for a living room rig.TODAY’S BEST DEALSCheck AmazonPros+Great price+Stylish NES-style design+Fantastic compact performance+4-inch screen built-inCons-Some screen features yet to roll out...

April 18, 2024 · 26 min · 5372 words · Denise Gomez

Baldur's Gate 3 Patch 7 will add "improved evil endings" even if you're not playing Dark Urge, and cross-play and photo mode are on their way too

GamesRPGBaldur’s Gate 3Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 will add “improved evil endings” even if you’re not playing Dark Urge, and cross-play and photo mode are on their way tooWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesRPGBaldur’s Gate 3Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 will add “improved evil endings” even if you’re not playing Dark Urge, and cross-play and photo mode are on their way tooWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 18 min · 3683 words · Jonathan Young

Before it can even launch, Steam's most-anticipated city-builder is forced to patch an economy-busting 'exploit' by hard-nerfing sheep

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Slavic Magic) The developer of Steam’s most-anticipated city-builder says he had to nerf sheep at the last minute to prevent crippling economy exploits. Manor Lordsis due to release next week. The medieval city-builder is on an incredible trajectory, having recently topped2.5 million wishliststo become themost-wishlisted game on Steam(despite its solo dev’s girlfriendpredicting it would only garner a fraction of that attention)....

April 18, 2024 · 13 min · 2578 words · Billy Holmes

Cities: Skylines 2's first DLC went down so badly it's free now, and the city builder devs have delayed the next expansion to focus on fixing everything else

GamesCity BuilderCities: Skylines 2Cities: Skylines 2’s first DLC went down so badly it’s free now, and the city builder devs have delayed the next expansion to focus on fixing everything elseWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesCity BuilderCities: Skylines 2Cities: Skylines 2’s first DLC went down so badly it’s free now, and the city builder devs have delayed the next expansion to focus on fixing everything elseWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 14 min · 2953 words · Taylor Golden

City-builder dev tempers expectations for anticipated new game by reminding fans it's not an RPG, RTS, map game, or a Total War competitor

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Slavic Magic) Manor Lords is launching into Early Access next week, and as the milestone approaches, its developer is taking a moment to remind fans what the game isn’t. Yes, it’s a slightly inexplicable way of celebrating the imminent launch milestone, but Manor Lords developer Slavic Magic clearly feels the need to get ahead of expectations for the new game....

April 18, 2024 · 17 min · 3410 words · Latoya Hammond

DC's massive summer event Absolute Power sees Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and more take on a "Trinity of Evil" led by Amanda Waller

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: DC) There’s a new DC summer event on the way - one that will have far-reaching ramifications for the heroes of the DC universe.As previously reported, Absolute Power is set to unite a “trinity of evil” - three villains who are dedicated to eliminating the world’s metahumans.Amanda Waller, Braniac, and Failsafe have all been making big power plays over the last few months in various ongoing comics, and now they’re set to unite and wreak havoc....

April 18, 2024 · 20 min · 4153 words · Jon Taylor

Diablo 4's Season 4 PTR didn't reveal everything; Blizzard teases there are "still a few small items" to reveal that "will round out the season"

GamesRPGDiablo 4Diablo 4’s Season 4 PTR didn’t reveal everything; Blizzard teases there are “still a few small items” to reveal that “will round out the season"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesRPGDiablo 4Diablo 4’s Season 4 PTR didn’t reveal everything; Blizzard teases there are “still a few small items” to reveal that “will round out the season"When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 14 min · 2857 words · James Ross

Die creators Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans' new original graphic novel is a cross between The Walking Dead and The Iron Giant

GamesHorrorDie creators Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans' new original graphic novel is a cross between The Walking Dead and The Iron GiantWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesHorrorDie creators Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans' new original graphic novel is a cross between The Walking Dead and The Iron GiantWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 17 min · 3605 words · James Davis

Dragon's Dogma 2 guide to help you live the Arisen life

GamesRPGDragon’s Dogma 2Dragon’s Dogma 2 guide to help you live the Arisen lifeWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesRPGDragon’s Dogma 2Dragon’s Dogma 2 guide to help you live the Arisen lifeWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission....

April 18, 2024 · 16 min · 3254 words · Kristine Cox

Edge 397 explores UFO 50, Spelunky dev Mossmouth’s ambitious mission to build 50 games for a fictional retro console

GamesEdge 397 explores UFO 50, Spelunky dev Mossmouth’s ambitious mission to build 50 games for a fictional retro consoleWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesEdge 397 explores UFO 50, Spelunky dev Mossmouth’s ambitious mission to build 50 games for a fictional retro consoleWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works....

April 18, 2024 · 17 min · 3450 words · Jared Brown