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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Transparent Strategies And Free Content Is Why I Love Granblue Fantasy: Relink
In a time where microtransactions mean pay-to-win and replace any free updates, Granblue Fantasy: Relink presents the best of both worlds.
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Hasbro Cannot Capture Lightning In A Bottle Twice Like It Did With Baldur’s Gate 3
With 40 different projects in the works, Hasbro seems to think that they can recreate the magic of Baldur's Gate 3. But it's not that simple.
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Google’s Virtual “Player 2” AI Might Be The Best Use Of Generative AI So Far
Google Deepmind's latest AI software -- SIMA -- which is a virtual "Player 2," is the best use of generative AI in the industry yet.
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I’ve Lost All Hope For Hogwarts Legacy 2
Despite the success of Hogwarts Legacy, WB's decided to focus on live service and I've lost all hope for a potential sequel.
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Why Is There So Much Silence Around Sweet Baby Inc. In This Industry?
The unethical comments of Sweet Baby Inc. regarding Akira Toriyama's passing weren't called out by the industry and that's shameful.
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Shows Square Enix Learned From Its Open-World Negligence
After FF15 and Forspoken, Square Enix finally delivers a splendid world you never get bored of in Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
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Why Epic’s Win Against Apple And Google Paves The Way For The Future Of Mobile Gaming
Epic Games winning its cases against both Apple and Google is shaping the way forward for the future of mobile gaming.
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FromSoftware Is Cultivating New Talent In An Era Of Layoffs
FromSoftware seems to be focusing on developing long-term directors who can take on projects by themselves, without Miyazaki at the helm.
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From Art To Player Agency, Do JRPGs Do It Better Than WRPGs?
Although both are categorized as role-playing video games, do JRPGs manage to get the job done better than their Western counterparts?
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Loss Of Digital Games On PlayStation Is Why I Never Trust These Licenses
PlayStation's recent bug is a critical reminder of just how uncertain digital games are, and why physical media and ownership are crucial.
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Elden Ring Fans Could Be Setting Themselves Up For Disappointment With The DLC’s Size
Elden Ring fans are unsure what Miyazaki meant when he said the game's upcoming DLC will be about as big as Limgrave.
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Before Miyazaki’s Inevitable Retirement, FromSoftware Should Revisit King’s Field
After the much-awaited Elden Ring DLC, it's time FromSoftware considers reviving King's Field, the creative gem that made it all possible.
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Forget Call Of Duty, Warhammer Needs A Helldivers 2 Collab
Step aside Call of Duty and PowerWash Simulator, Warhammer 40K has the perfect game to collaborate with—Helldivers 2.
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Persona 3 Reload Is The Latest Example Of Why Atlus Needs Better DLC Management
Persona 3 Reload shows why Atlus really needs to consider improving its way of doing DLC—not launching it on day one.
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How Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Perfects The Hybrid Combat Of Its Predecessor
Just when I thought the hybrid ATB combat system couldn't be topped, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth takes that base and polishes it to perfection.
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SEGA Has To Prove Sonic X Shadow Generations Is More Than Just A Nostalgia Cash-Grab
Sonic X Shadow Generations might end up being seen as a nostalgia cash-grab if SEGA doesn't prove it's a complete game in its own right.
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Here Are Some Features I Hope Death Stranding 2 Has
With the sequel on the way, Death Stranding 2 has a few things it could improve to build upon its predecessor.
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It’s A Shame Anime Games Waste All Their Potential Just To Become An Arena Fighter
Just about every new anime game turns out an arena fighter, and I'm tired of it. Are there no other genres the medium can explore?
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Must-Have Baldur’s Gate 3 Mods That Are Perfect For Spicing Up Your Next Playthrough
These Baldur's Gate 3 mods can do much to enhance your next playthrough with massive overhauls to the game's customization and classes.
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The Xbox-PlayStation Exclusive Merger: To Trade, Or Not To Trade
Xbox's decision to share its exclusive titles with PlayStation marks a major change in the gaming industry, in a good way.