Topic: game sequels

  • 31 Must-Play 2026 Games We're Excited For

    31 Must-Play 2026 Games We're Excited For

    2026 is anticipated to be an exceptional year for video games, featuring a diverse lineup of major sequels like Grand Theft Auto 6 and Forza Horizon 6 alongside creative indie projects. Key releases span various genres, including survival horror with Resident Evil Requiem, racing in Japan with Fo...

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  • Carolyn Petit's Top 5 Video Games of 2025

    Carolyn Petit's Top 5 Video Games of 2025

    The article critiques the idea that universal acclaim can signal a lack of creative risk, using Hideo Kojima's reported concern about *Death Stranding 2*'s "too good" test results as a starting point to argue that the most resonant games are uniquely authored and challenging. It highlights severa...

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  • NPR Staff's Top Game Picks for 2025

    NPR Staff's Top Game Picks for 2025

    The past year was defined by critically acclaimed and creative independent games, with standout titles and sequels from smaller studios rivaling major publishers. Major console manufacturers like Nintendo and PlayStation secured notable successes with new hardware releases and exclusive, cinemati...

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  • Top 15 Must-Play Nintendo Switch 2 Games

    Top 15 Must-Play Nintendo Switch 2 Games

    Building a library for the Nintendo Switch 2 involves selecting games that leverage its new hardware, focusing on fresh experiences and console exclusives rather than simple ports from its predecessor. Notable exclusives include *Hades 2*, which perfects the roguelike genre, *Pokémon Legends: Z-A...

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  • GTA 6's May 2026 Release: Who Will Dare to Compete?

    GTA 6's May 2026 Release: Who Will Dare to Compete?

    Grand Theft Auto 6's console release on May 26, 2026, is set to dominate the gaming landscape, with other major titles strategically avoiding its launch window. Early 2026 features key releases including Resident Evil Requiem in February, followed by Crimson Desert and 007 First Light in March, l...

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  • Cozy Showcase 2025: All The Wholesome Snack Reveals

    Cozy Showcase 2025: All The Wholesome Snack Reveals

    The Wholesome Snack showcase is an annual event that highlights relaxing, cozy video games focused on artistic expression and emotional connection over conflict. This year's event featured twenty-two upcoming titles, including anticipated sequels like *Coffee Talk Tokyo* and new games such as *Ar...

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  • Play These Game Awards Nominees on Xbox Game Pass Now

    Play These Game Awards Nominees on Xbox Game Pass Now

    Xbox Game Pass provides immediate access to acclaimed current and past games, offering a solution for players with overwhelming backlogs. Several standout nominees are highlighted, including *Ninja Gaiden 4* for its technical action, *The Outer Worlds 2* for its narrative RPG depth, and *Hollow K...

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  • PlayStation Store's End of Year Sale: Over 4,000 Games on Sale

    PlayStation Store's End of Year Sale: Over 4,000 Games on Sale

    The PlayStation Store's End of Year sale is live until December 22nd, offering over 4,500 discounted games and add-ons. The sale features standout deals across genres, including bundles like Assassin's Creed and Borderlands collections, plus discounted recent releases. It highlights enduring clas...

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  • Yoko Taro Reveals His Games Keep Getting Canceled

    Yoko Taro Reveals His Games Keep Getting Canceled

    Yoko Taro's recent projects include the mobile game 404 Game Re:set and the Voice of Cards trilogy, but fans are awaiting a new non-gacha Nier title. Taro revealed at G-CON 2025 that multiple projects he worked on were canceled during development, explaining his apparent absence from releases. He...

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  • Ghost of Yōtei: Master Cinematic Modes for Chill or Brutal Gameplay

    Ghost of Yōtei: Master Cinematic Modes for Chill or Brutal Gameplay

    Ghost of Yōtei introduces three cinematic modes, Kurosawa, Miike, and Watanabe, each offering unique visual and auditory styles to tailor the player's experience, from intense brutality to relaxed exploration. Kurosawa Mode presents the game in stark black and white with altered audio to mimic clas...

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  • Battletoads and 3 Classic Games Hit Nintendo Switch Online

    Battletoads and 3 Classic Games Hit Nintendo Switch Online

    Nintendo Switch Online has added four classic games from NES and Game Boy, including Battletoads and Ninja Gaiden II for NES, and Kid Icarus and Bionic Commando for Game Boy. Battletoads is notably difficult and marks its first official availability on a Nintendo Switch platform, while two of the...

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