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Control Resonant’s optional logs uncover a romance within the Bureau

  • Enemy logs conceal a charming workplace romance.
  • Rick and Lydia’s contrasting personalities unfold gradually.
  • Optional documents combine combat guidance with rich world-building.

Optional enemy logs in Control Resonant provide more than combat advice: they gradually reveal a workplace romance between two Federal Bureau of Control researchers. The discovery highlights how Remedy uses bureaucratic documents to add humour, personality and emotional depth to the game’s unsettling world, rewarding players who take…

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Interview: “We’re Not Making A Party Game Now, It’s More Of An Evening Thing” – Ghost Town Is Moving On From Overcooked

  • Ghost Town Games' new game Stage Fright launches 2027, shifting from Overcooked's cooking chaos
  • Puzzle-focused gameplay inspired by escape rooms, emphasising collaboration over speed
  • Designed for both casual and experienced players, branded as "evening thing" not party game

Ghost Town Games has revealed details about Stage Fright, their next project following the phenomenal success of Overcooked. The new game shifts from frenetic kitchen co-op gameplay to puzzle-focused challenges in a spooky playground setting, launching in 2027. Founders Oli De-Vine and Phil Duncan discussed how they're evolving…

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How to raise a chicken in CS2

  • Rush Hour adds hatchable, raisable chickens.
  • Prime Status is required to receive an egg.
  • Daily checks and food are essential.

CS2’s Rush Hour update introduces a virtual chicken-raising feature. Players with Prime Status Upgrade can obtain an egg and hatch it by checking in daily, adding a routine-based game-keeping element to the game. The egg arrives through the Weekly Care Package Drop and remains in a nest until…

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Console orientation mostly depends on space, stability and airflow

  • Both orientations are generally safe for modern consoles.
  • Prioritise airflow, space and stable placement.
  • Horizontal is steadier; vertical saves room.

Modern PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles are designed to operate safely either vertically or horizontally, so orientation largely depends on available space and personal preference. The main concern is airflow: consoles should sit on a stable surface with clear vents, adequate space from walls and no…

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Microsoft CEO says Xbox’s ‘streamlining’ process is ‘great to see’ following its most recent round of layoffs

  • Nadella backs Xbox’s restructuring despite widespread layoffs.
  • Around 3,200 jobs are expected to be cut.
  • Xbox aims to return to growth next financial year.

Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella has described Xbox’s ongoing restructuring as “great to see”, following extensive layoffs and changes across its gaming operations. His comments signal senior management’s support for a smaller, more focused business, although they have drawn attention because the streamlining has involved substantial job losses…

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Forgotten Island’s directors unpack their ‘very personal’ anime references

  • *Forgotten Island* blends 3D animation with ’90s anime-inspired flashbacks.
  • Anime references reflect the characters’ personalities and perspectives.
  • Filipino studio Snipple created the film’s 2D sequences.

The directors of *Forgotten Island* explain that its occasional 2D anime-style sequences were inspired by their childhoods and used to reveal characters’ personalities. References to *Sailor Moon*, *Dragon Ball*, and *Street Fighter* add comic, exaggerated flashbacks that contrast with the film’s predominantly polished 3D animation. Writer-directors Januel P.…

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Albanese’s grand final absence avoided scrutiny over Kylie Minogue comments

  • PM skipped AFL grand final to avoid Kylie Minogue after podcast controversy
  • Previous inappropriate comments about Minogue created significant political risk
  • Coalition questioned on education criticism given two decades governing previously

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese skipped the AFL grand final on Saturday, citing his early-morning return from the United Nations General Assembly in New York as the reason. However, a columnist suggests the real cause was Kylie Minogue's pre-game performance, following controversial comments Albanese made on a podcast in…

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Xbox users redeem rewards points towards GTA 6 purchase

  • Xbox rewards can cover GTA 6’s price.
  • The Ultimate Edition requires around 100,000 points.
  • Earning enough demands sustained daily effort.

Some Xbox users say they have secured GTA 6 at no cost by converting Xbox Mastercard rewards or Microsoft Rewards points into gift cards. The methods could reduce the game’s substantial price, but the article stresses that earning enough points requires considerable time and consistent participation. GTA 6’s…

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World of Warcraft Forever’s Plan to Bring ‘Classic Plus’ to New and Old Players

  • Blizzard is creating a slower-paced “Classic Plus” WoW.
  • Forever adds new content without major expansions.
  • It launches on 4 November for Mac and Windows PC.

Blizzard has announced World of Warcraft Forever, a “Classic Plus” version designed to preserve the feel of the original 2004-06 game while adding fresh content. The project aims to appeal to returning players and newcomers by avoiding major expansion-driven changes, while offering new zones, quests, dungeons, a playable…

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10 Indie Games That Are Must-plays in 2026

  • Indie games offer distinctive ideas beyond blockbuster releases.
  • Orbitals combines anime-inspired visuals with co-operative puzzles.
  • Esoteric Ebb and Mina the Hollower receive strong praise.

The article highlights independent games as a creative counterpoint to 2026’s major AAA releases, arguing that smaller studios have delivered some of the year’s most original and commercially successful experiences. It presents ten recommended indie titles, ranging from experimental role-playing games to cooperative adventures, and suggests they deserve…

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