eXputer Originals
With there being an exciting new release every other week, the gaming industry is booming, with something interesting to offer here and there. But with such a massive industry, it can be hard to distinguish the right voice from the wrong.
At eXputer, however, we have industry veterans who have sunk hundreds and thousands of hours into various games over the years and are, hence, capable of forming a well-thought-out opinion regarding new releases, industry affairs, and more. Stay tuned to the site and join in the discussion ahead.
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Xbox President Sarah Bond’s Bloomberg Interview Is Corporate Fakery At Its Best
After Arkane Austin & Tango were shutdown, Xbox President Sarah Bond spoke with Bloomberg in what I believe to be utter corporate fakery.
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Why Is No One Making AAA Horror Games Anymore?
Despite the everlasting popularity of the genre, why hasn't there been a good AAA horror game in a while now?
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Microsoft’s Absurd Antics Have Me Scared For Dishonored And Arkane Lyon’s Future
With Arkane Austin no more and Lyon living for who knows how long, the superb Dishonored is in serious danger; Microsoft cannot be trusted.
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I Don’t Care How “Thoughtfully Placed” It Is, Keep Ads Out Of Video Games
EA has decided to try and start putting in-game ads back in their AAA titles, and gamers are rightfully cautious about this change.
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All Hopes I Had For A Prey Sequel Have Been Crushed — Well Done, Microsoft
The magnificent Prey was once again abandoned as Microsoft disregarded Arkane Austin's achievements and crucified it just for Redfall.
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Elden Ring Has Always Had An Easy Mode; It’s Called Bleed And Frost
Elden Ring's extensive build variety can actually make the game much more bearable for you to tackle, essentially creating an "Easy Mode."
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Xbox No Longer Has Its Head In The Game
Microsoft & Xbox have shut down Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks to lay off more workers, insinuating that they're not in the game anymore.
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Hi-Fi Rush Beckons The Need For More High-Budget Comedy Games
Games such as Hi-Fi Rush prove that comedy is an often untapped genre in AAA games that deserves a lot more representation than it gets.
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With Devs Like Tango Gameworks Getting Sunsetted, Creative Gaming Has No Future
Microsoft killing Tango Gameworks has made it clear that no matter how ingenious games you create, profit triumphs creativity these days.
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After Hogwarts Legacy, Warner Bros. Should Give Ben 10 A Shot
If WB wants to make another successful video game based on one more media form like Hogwarts Legacy, the Ben 10 IP is a worthy contender.
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I Think It’s About Time We Realize Fallout 4 Wasn’t That Bad
2015's Fallout 4 received harsh criticism upon launching, but I think it was unwarranted and the game deserves more praise than it got.
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A Flawed Game Till The Very End, Redfall Deserved To Die, But Not Arkane Austin
Redfall was a bland, repetitive game with no post-release support; it deserved to die, but why kill Arkane Austin over one mistake?
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Sony Recanting Its Decision Isn’t Going To Undo The Damage Done To Helldivers 2
After disheartening the fans of Helldivers 2 and dragging its name through the mud, Sony expects to take it all back, but it's not that easy.
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Almost A Year Later, Armored Core 6 Comes Across As Sekiro’s Rebellious Brother
Armored Core 6 is the modern, action-packed mecha game that deviates from the Soulsbornes formula orchestrated by Hidetaka Miyazaki.
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If I Can’t Own Online Games I Pay For, They Shouldn’t Be Allowed Access To My Data
From securing your privacy to improving connection speed and bypassing restrictions, a VPN can relieve at least some of online gaming's flaws.
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Power Fantasy In Gaming Is The Ultimate Element Of Escapism
Gaming is easily one of the best forms of escapism, but invoking power fantasy makes it feel even better in both gameplay and narrative.
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How Escape From Tarkov Developers Destroyed Their Fanbase’s Loyalty
Escape From Tarkov fans are widely upset about the game's new edition, which costs significantly more than the base game itself.
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The Newer Zelda Titles Have Me Worried About The Future Of The Series
Zelda games like Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild take a modern approach over the iconic ones, which doesn't sit right with me.
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How Pokemon Brilliant Diamond And Shining Pearl Did Not Shine Brilliantly
While Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl maintained a classic top-down perspective, fans still longed for a more evolved art style.
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FromSoftware Should Let Go Of Soulsborne Titles Once In A While
While FromSoftware is known for creating immersive Soulsborne experiences, perhaps it'd be better if they delved into other niches, too.
