At this point, it’s probably fair to say that Team Ninja has a pretty good handle on this whole soulslike genre thing. Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty may not reach the same heights as Nioh 2 did back in 2020, but it certainly scratches that same itch of lightning-fast combat, punishing-yet-rewarding difficulty, and deep build customization options that you can craft and tailor to your own playstyle. It’s great for the same reasons that the Nioh games are, and it accomplishes that feat even while completely changing up the fundamentals of its combat system to be closer to Sekiro than Dark Souls. But by that same token, it also falls victim to the same familiar issues nagging at those other Team Ninja soulslikes, including subpar storytelling and excessively fiddly loot mechanics...

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When it comes to next-gen racing games, I’ll admit I generally reach for the wheel of Forza Horizon 5’s approachable open world over the close second that is Gran Turismo 7’s more rigid dedication to realism. But the shiny new PlayStation VR2 headset is like a burst of nitrous oxide in the latter’s engine, narrowly pushing GT7 ahead of the competition by finally putting its money where its mouth has always been. Impressive headset haptics, HDR, and 3D audio all come together so believably, creating a one-of-a-kind experience that any car junkie or racing fan should want to dive into, even if you aren’t usually into the strict regimentation and slow-burn progression GT7 lays down. And if you are already a bonafide Gran Turismo fan, the PS VR2 offers such a visual and experiential ...

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As I took my first steps on Scars Above’s mysterious planet, I felt my excitement and fear rising. Almost immediately, an encounter with its grotesque alien creatures turned out to be much more complicated than I anticipated. I even died a couple of times before making any significant progress at all, giving me the impression that I was at the beginning of a harsh and nervewracking journey that was going to ask the very best of me to survive on its default difficulty level. But my fear of the unknown proved to be unjustified in this case, and the initial thrill dissipated after an hour or so when I’d unlocked the first few of a vast arsenal of weapons...

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Mafia: Definitive Edition is a remastered version of the classic 2002 game developed by Hangar 13 and published by 2K Games. The game is set in the 1930s, in the fictional city of Lost Heaven, which is heavily inspired by Chicago. The game tells the story of Tommy Angelo, a cab driver who gets caught up in the world of organized crime after a chance encounter with the Mafia.

One of the first things that stands out in Mafia: Definitive Edition is the stunning visual overhaul. The graphics are significantly improved, with new textures, lighting, and character models. The city of Lost Heaven is beautifully recreated, with attention paid to every detail, from the period-appropriate cars and clothing to the architecture and signage.

The game’s story remains largely unc...

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Many traditional sports games release a new edition every year, with mixed results on whether or not they feel different enough to justify themselves beyond a roster update. So I’m surprised at Blood Bowl 3, the latest digital adaptation of Games Workshop’s ultraviolent board game parody of American football set in a wacky alternate version of the Warhammer Fantasy universe. It presents shockingly little reason for its own existence compared to the previous version, which came out almost eight years ago. I like the intense and hilarious premise and mechanics of Blood Bowl on their own, but what we have here is basically Blood Bowl 2, again, but worse.

If you’ve never played Blood Bowl before, you might be able to coast for a while just on the absurd novelty of the concept...

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Snow Day! Coffee and Gangsters!

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There’s a lot to be said about unapologetically single-player games like Atomic Heart: its entire focus is on creating an intricate world for us to explore and discover for ourselves. An eye-catching blend of super-powered shooting and first-person puzzling, this is a lengthy, tough, and terrific-looking shooter that has us bathing in the blood and gears of elaborately designed enemies both biological and robotic and dispatching them with an impressive set of combat options. Granted, it’s not as clever as it thinks it is when dealing with melee combat or its typical fetch quests, and the story doesn’t quite stick its landing, but the journey from point A to point B is a sight to behold.

Atomic Heart is an alternate-history shooter cut from the same cloth as BioShock and MachineGames’...

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Easter Coloring Book: Kawaii baby animals Paperback – February 16, 2023

by Red Dog Fun (Author) New to Amazon

Get ready to hop into a world of cuteness with our Easter coloring book featuring Kawaii baby animals! From bouncy bunnies to chirpy chicks, this book is filled with adorable creatures just waiting for you to add your own splash of color. Whether you’re a coloring pro or a newbie, you’ll have a blast bringing these little critters to life with your favorite shades. So grab your markers and get ready to add some Easter cheer to your day!

Get yours today!

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Variety puzzle book for adults: A collection of pirate themed word puzzles and more.: Pirate themed puzzles including word searches, number searches, sudoku, word scrambles and mazes. Paperback – January 28, 2023

by Red Dog Fun (Author) New to Amazon

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It Takes Two

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