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The Pokemon Companyhas finally responded to the overwhelming popularity ofPalworld, issuing a statement that claims that it will “take appropriate measures” against anything that infringes on intellectual property rights related to Pokemon. Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past week or have zero interest in video games as a whole, chances are you’ll be aware of Palworld’s impressive rise in popularity. At the time of writing, the game has sold over 8 million copies on Steam alone, not taking into account Xbox sales or players on Xbox Game Pass....

Summary Ihavewrittena lotof articlesaboutStarfield, a game that I tried very hard to get into and ultimately decided I kind of hate. A lot of its players have apparently come to the same conclusion, despite the ardent fanboying in the early weeks of the game’s launch. In the last few months, the game has received a lot of negative reviews on platforms likeSteam, which has led to its rating, both recent and all-time, dropping to Mixed months after its launch....

Quick Links Zeekerss’Lethal Companyquickly surged into beeing one of the most popular co-op survival horror video games, and it comes with its own lore and mysteries. Although there aren’t many clues to piece together a cohesive narrative regarding what occurred over the course of 500 years of in-game time, you can at least deduce what happened to the crews that came before yours. The game’s subtle jab at capitalism blends in well with the post-apocalyptic themes....

Previous Game Of The Year Editor’s Pick, 2023 - Ryan Bamsey 30 lists, 105 games, and here we are at TheGamer’s Game of the Year. In a year like no other, can TheGamer’s patented mathematical list making ways, which sawThe Forgotten CityandCitizen Sleeperclaim the crown in the last two years, spring a surprise? While it has been impossible to ignore the might of the triple-A behemoths this year, our list has a few quirks that might just keep you on your toes....

If you’ve never playedUmurangi Generationbefore, change that. It’s a heavily stylised photography game set in a dystopian Aotearoa. I won’t spoil anything more than that because it’s one of thoseDoki Doki Literature Clubsituations where you just need to experience it firsthand, but it’s dripping in neonJet Set Radio Futurestyle and nails every element of photography from composition to post-processing. Except, maybe don’t go and play Umurangi Generation just yet. Developer Origame Digital revealed that a VR version of the game is coming to Meta Quest and PS VR2 next year....

The Aeldari Striking Scorpions took a lot of flak when they were first revealed to be gracing the newWarhammer 40,000: Kill Teambox alongside brand new Primaris Scouts. Part of the backlash was due to its marketing, with the trainee Space Marines described by Games Workshop as “more than capable of tackling the Asuryani threat,” despite the fact that, at any other time, the Aspect Warriors would utterly trounce the Initiates....

Here at TheGamer, we strive to keep you informed of the current gaming culture, whether covering the historical impact of Gamergate or alerting you to Geoff Keighley’s latest gaffes at The Game Awards. However, we’re closing out this year with a story we didn’t think was possible. After dozens of emails, and a strict negotiation with his literary agent, we’re proud to publish a guest column by one of the world’s most significant cultural figures....

Quick Links The world ofTheElder Scrolls Onlineis vast, and there are dozens of races and cultures to learn about as you travel across all of Tamriel. There are hundreds of quests to complete all while interacting with a large, active, and diverse community of players dedicated to making all of Nirn a better place (for the most part). As you explore all that Tamriel has to offer, you’ll find Ayleid ruins and learn bits and pieces about who they were....

Quick Links If you were playingMagic: The Gatheringin 1993, you might have played with the Arabian Nights card Dandan once or twice and forgot about it. Fast-forward some number of decades later, and you’ve probably heard a fellow Magic player mention something called the ‘Dandan format,’ triggering some long-lost memory of that 4/1 Fish creature from the early 1990s. Turns out people aren’t just reminiscing about an obscure card from over 30 years ago; Dandan’s actually an entire Magic format with the creature card of the same name as its mascot....

Quick Links ThroughoutJusant, you’ll find mounds of stacked rocks called cairns. What are they, and what do they mean? Cairns have traditionally been used throughout history as memorials for people or civilizations long since dead, as a way to remember those who have gone before. As you find cairns in Jusant, you can interact with them, adding a rock to the top of the stack. While these cairns don’t add to the story, it is a beautiful and unique way of ensuring that the people who used to live here are never forgotten....

Quick Links With Eternity Isles uncovered again for the residents inDisney Dreamlight Valley, a lot of new resources have become available again, some from the current age, and some thanks to the time-related issues currently plaguing the realm. Each new area of Eternity Isles has some pretty important materials, and one of these is Oasis Glass. These pretty glass pieces are needed to complete several key quests, and to craft one of the new potions available, but they can be tricky to find....

Quick Links The Barbarian’s Whirlwind build has been a staple in the Diablo series for quite a while, and things are no different inDiablo 4. Whirlwind is a strong and viable skill to build around in D4, offering the classic spin-to-win playstyle. The Whirlwind build is resource and cooldown-reliant, but once you solve these issues, the build becomes extremely fun and powerful. Below, we’ll take a look at everything you need to know about the Barbarian Whirlwind build, including gear, abilities, Paragons, stats, and more....

Quick Links Final Fantasyhas a long and storied tradition of great protagonists. The earliest all-star is arguably Cecil, but fan favorites like Cloud, Squall, Lightning, and Noctis are everywhere in franchise discourse - plus several stellar folks we didn’t include in this sentence. Final Fantasy 6 is one of the most celebrated entries in the series, with a standout cast of beloved heroes. There’s just one thing: FF6 is very much an ensemble piece....