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Mars Evergreen

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Video Contributor for Kyusai Media | marsevergreengames@gmail.com Has absorbed far too much gaming.

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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
World of Warcraft Forever looks excellent, and I'm very jealous of people in the Beta, but the new playable elves have already got me worried about the future of the game. @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com kyusaimedia.com/gaming/world...
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World of Warcraft Forever looks perfect, except for one thing
World of Warcraft Forever is allowing players to re-experience World of Warcraft, but Blizzard might already be getting too greedy.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Kingdom Hearts 4 looks great, and I'm really excited, but it does seem that this new saga isn't really the jumping-on point for new players that I was hoping for, as the story looks to be retaining a lot of baggage. @kingdomhearts-eng.paopu.social kyusaimedia.com/gaming/kingd...
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Kingdom Hearts 4 might not be able to solve its story problems - Kyusai
The Disney RPG series has always been hard to explain, but just because Kingdom Hearts 4 will start a new saga doesn’t mean it’ll offload story baggage.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
It's less than unlikely, but this Blizzcon, I'd love to hear that Hearthstone's greatest villain could finally make the jump to WoW. If Xal'atath isn't doing the job, have you considered Rafaam? @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com @hearthstone.blizzard.com kyusaimedia.com/gaming/world...
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Warcraft’s most neglected villain deserves love at BlizzCon
All I want for BlizzCon this year is Rafaam, a villain that has found years of love in Hearthstone, but has yet to crack World of Warcraft.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Kingdom Hearts 4 might be a while away, but it's still a good time to start making Disney World wish lists and point out those franchises I'd shudder to see in the game. kyusaimedia.com/gaming/most-...
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Our most – and least – wanted worlds for Kingdom Hearts 4
It will be some time before we finally find out the new Disney worlds as part of Kingdom Hearts 4, so it’s time for some wild guessing.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
So the new D&D Warlock game looks pretty great - but more importantly, it's full of recognisable elements from the TTRPG. Funnily enough, based on the spells you can cast, you're probably not a Warlock. @warlockthegame.bsky.social kyusaimedia.com/gaming/warlo...
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The Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons trailer is full of nerdy details
At Gamescom, a Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons trailer was unveiled, showing off a new adventure, and giving me plenty of spells to point at.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
I want to tackle Blackrock Mountain as a D&D adventure, and now that Warcraft is coming to Dungeons and Dragons, there's every chance. @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com @dndbeyond.com kyusaimedia.com/gaming/this-...
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This World of Warcraft Mega-Dungeon would be perfect for D&D - Kyusai
The upcoming World of Warcraft sourcebook for Dungeons and Dragons has some classic and iconic dungeons, but it's missing an important group.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
I think Kingdom Hearts' idea to split up the intrepid trio, at least at the beginning of Kingdom Hearts IV, is utterly fantastic - and opens up exciting opportunities for the characters. kyusaimedia.com/gaming/split...
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Why splitting up the party in Kingdom Hearts 4 is a great idea - Kyusai
Sora will be separated from the rest of the gang in Kingdom Hearts 4, meaning the upcoming RPG can freshen up the game's relationships.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
The upcoming World of Warcraft DnD sourcebook got me thinking - just how are some of these racial traits going to be implemented for a TTRPG? @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com @dndbeyond.com kyusaimedia.com/gaming/world...
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Warcraft's playable species bring some strange traits to Dungeons and Dragons
When World of Warcraft comes to Dungeons and Dragons, translating the playable species might be one of the biggest challenges.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The Warcraft DnD Sourcebook will make it so much easier to make adventures in Azeroth. Perhaps more importantly, though, it's a chance to expand the lore outside the game. @kyusaimedia.bsky.social @worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com @dndbeyond.com kyusaimedia.com/gaming/dunge...
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The new DnD World of Warcraft module could save Warcraft’s story
World of Warcraft will soon be crossing over with Dungeons and Dragons, giving Blizzard more chances to expand its world.
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
In #ROUTINE you've got more to worry about than just survival. There's a whole undercurrent of cosmic and body horror - as well as the struggle to understand what it means to be isolated or connected. @rawfury.bsky.social youtu.be/9RQIZrefGIc?...
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The Moon Wants You Dead, and That's Not the Scary Part — ROUTINE Review
YouTube video by RevelDevil
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
We've had Zero Parades for a while now, so it's time to discuss why it's so obsessed with copies, bootlegs, and nostalgia. Zero Parades is a game obsessed with what it means to follow up on Disco Elysium. @studiozaum youtu.be/A2fuyWT9bBM
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Zero Parades is the Disco Elysium sequel we're stuck with
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Time to promote some Next Fest Shorts! First up, Hollow Home, a very interesting-looking CRPG about survival during an all-too-real war, inspired by Disco Elysium. youtube.com/shorts/UQPDn...
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Hollow Home is a heavy CRPG asking you to survive an invasion (Steam Next Fest June 2026)
YouTube video by RevelDevil
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Steam Next Fest has been and gone, but there are plenty of great games out there to check out! I've compiled my 25 favourite (and then some honourable mentions) to stick on your wishlists! youtu.be/bTGjMdG9Lgg?...
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25 of the best demos Steam Next Fest June 2026 has to offer
YouTube video by RevelDevil
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Kyusai @kyusaimedia.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Video is at the heart of what we’re doing here at Kyusai, and this video essay from @mevergreen.bsky.social is (in our most humblest opinion) a certified banger ✨ do gaming auteurs really exist? In 7 minutes and 13 seconds, you’ll have your answer 👀 youtu.be/Quudsf3rjeQ?...
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Are gaming auteurs real? ★ (Gaming auteur video essay)
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
I tried out the Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy Beta from @owlcatgames.bsky.social to find out if it's as good as Rogue Trader - but already it's shaping up to be better! youtu.be/0_5-FdDYdeI
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Dark Heresy Is More Than Just Rogue Trader Again - Warhammer 40k Dark Heresy Beta Impressions
YouTube video by RevelDevil
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Zero Parades from Dead Spies from @zaumstudio.bsky.social is out soon, and I've got some thoughts - especially on just how compellingly downbeat so much of the experience. youtu.be/CkJo1sUVf68?...
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Zero Parades has no hope and that's why I liked it (Review)
YouTube video by RevelDevil
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Over on my main channel, I've gathered together a rigorous analysis of Aether & Iron, and what makes it tick!
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
@gamesforchange.bsky.social at the @londongamesfest.bsky.social had some focus on the evolving world of charity fundraising. Over at @kyusaimedia.bsky.social I put together a piece covering the perspectives of @greatormondst.bsky.social and @haydayteam.bsky.social kyusaimedia.com/gaming/games...
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Games for Change highlights how gaming communities are changing charity
Games for Change presented two interesting case studies at the London Games Festival, showcasing the evolving world of fundraising.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Gambonanza, the new chess roguelike, is full of random chance, quick-fire strategy, and strange abominations that challenge you to chess matches. Think it's for you? Check out my review for @kyusaimedia.bsky.social youtu.be/bZDrIZ8FxPI?...
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Gambonanza is a weird and wonderful chess roguelike ★ (Gambonanza review)
YouTube video by Kyusai
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
The chances @tobyfox.undertale.com would actually make a #Pokemon game are slim, but not none, so I used @kyusaimedia.bsky.social as an anchor for me to start manifesting. www.youtube.com/shorts/t5cmp...
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Toby Fox, please make a Pokemon game ★ (Why Toby Fox and Pokemon is a dream combo)
YouTube video by Kyusai
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
I recently went to the @gamesforchange.bsky.social summit at the @londongamesfest.bsky.social for @kyusaimedia.bsky.social and, as part of that, got to see a new focus on getting parents involved and informed about the topics of gaming. kyusaimedia.com/gaming/how-g...
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Games for Change is teaching parents to understand video games
During the London Games Festival, Games for Change had different approaches to help parents understand video games.
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Could Pokopia be the best Pokémon game? Check out my Pokopia as I explore just how good this cosy builder is! #Pokopia youtu.be/iiw1A-w4Lu8?...
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Pokopia Review - The Best Pokémon Game?
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Just finished the absolutely wonderful Esoteric Ebb and can fully recommend it to anyone looking for a powerful fantasy story that perfectly encapsulates a more chatty DnD campaign. Strong Dragon Heist vibes. Now to gather my thoughts and play it again.
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Cat Bussell @catbussell.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Grateful to @aftermath.site for giving me the time of day amid the Ongoing Unpleasantness. Read the article. It's important. aftermath.site/gameshub-cli...
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The Secretive Company Filling Video Game Sites With Gambling And AI
After being sold to Clickout Media, sites like GamesHub, The Escapist, Videogamer, and others have added gambling and casino stories and AI content
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RevilDevil @reveldevil.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Just a late in the day bump because I'm quite happy with how this turned out! #ZeroParades #DiscoElysium
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
For my next trick, as a massive Disco Elysium fan, I've got some thoughts on the Zero Parades Demo.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
While everyone's mind is on VideoGamer, my (ex-)colleague has catalogued her own reaction to the situation, and an excellent overview of VideoGamer's delve into AI. www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZ3E...
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I was replaced by an AI games journalist
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Cat Bussell @catbussell.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Christ this hurts. The fact that the executive thinks that this AI-generated mockery of the profession holds a candle to the work of our former writers is a dagger to my heart. Uncharacteristically, I feel lost for words.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
I've started to make video content! Starting with a look at the upcoming paranormal cyberpunk narrative RPG, Celestial Return.
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Cat Bussell @catbussell.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
That's me and my team gone from VideoGamer. Very sad day. I'll probably do a bigger post on this later on down the line. Still reeling.
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Rock Paper Shotgun @rockpapershotgun.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The second series of Amazon’s Fallout adaptation has now fully emerged from the vault. bit.ly/4rSt0tO
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The 2XKO layoffs happened so fast after the 2XKO release date, it’s staggering, and a sure-fire sign that Riot Games needs to fix something internally. #2XKO www.videogamer.com/features/2xk...
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The 2XKO layoffs join mounting evidence that Riot Games doesn’t know what it’s doing - VideoGamer
The 2XKO layoffs happened so soon after launch, it’s staggering, and a sure-fire sign that Riot Games needs to fix something internally.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The Fallout Season 2 finale caps off a whole season of set-up for the next set of stories Amazon wants to tell in Fallout, but with very little to satisfy. #Fallout www.videogamer.com/features/fal...
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The Fallout Season 2 finale sets them up, but it isn’t knocking them down - VideoGamer
The Fallout Season 2 finale caps off a whole season of set-up for the next set of stories Amazon wants to tell in Fallout, but with very little to satisfy.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
The new Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer puts an awful lot more emphasis on Super Mario Odyssey over Super Mario Galaxy, and we have questions. www.videogamer.com/features/sup...
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer sure makes this feel like a Super Mario Odyssey Movie - VideoGamer
The new Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer puts more emphasis on Super Mario Odyssey over Super Mario Galaxy, and we have questions.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
It’s time to learn your poker hands and step inside the virtual casino, because we’re running down the best gambling games to lose some entirely fake money. www.videogamer.com/features/bes...
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Best gambling games – Money for nothing - VideoGamer
It’s time to learn your poker hands and step inside the virtual casino, because we’re running down the best gambling games to lose some entirely fake money.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Project Genie is the new AI from Google DeepMind, and its world creation has got investors scared, but it’s still a long way off from wrecking the video games industry. www.videogamer.com/features/pro...
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Project Genie is out of the bottle, but it’ll be a while before Google’s AI can make anything real - VideoGamer
Project Genie is the new AI from Google DeepMind, and its world creation has got investors scared, but it’s still a long way off from wrecking the video games industry.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
The Nioh 3 open world is a new step for Team Ninja, but all it did was make me wish to be reunited with the Elden Ring map and the sense of adventure it evokes. www.videogamer.com/features/nio...
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The Nioh 3 open world doesn’t remotely scratch that Elden Ring itch - VideoGamer
The Nioh 3 open world is a new step for Team Ninja, but all it did was make me wish to be reunited with the Elden Ring map and the sense of adventure it evokes.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Nioh 3 has occasional spots of fun, but struggles to find anything worth recommending in its bland open-field design and rote approach to Soulslike design. www.videogamer.com/reviews/nioh...
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Nioh 3 review - Breath of the mild - VideoGamer
Nioh 3 has occasional spots of fun, but struggles to find anything worth recommending in its bland open-field design and rote approach to Soulslike design.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Final Fantasy 7 Remake is a unique oddity, as Square Enix’s JRPG megahit is probably the only game that could have survived an adaptation this full-on. www.videogamer.com/features/fin...
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No other series could sustain the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy’s sheer ambition - VideoGamer
Final Fantasy 7 Remake is a unique oddity and probably the only game that could have survived an adaptation this full-on.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
The new Fable reboot from Playground Games is making plenty of promises, but thankfully, it isn’t planning to reinvent the Fable gameplay formula. #Fable www.videogamer.com/features/fab...
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The new Fable gameplay looks more like a refinement than a revolution, and that’s just perfect - VideoGamer
The Fable reboot from Playground Games is making plenty of promises, but thankfully, it isn’t planning to reinvent the Fable gameplay formula.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Ubisoft’s stock plummets after restructuring led the company to close studios and cancel numerous Ubisoft games, and it’s not going to stop here. www.videogamer.com/features/ubi...
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Bad news for Ubisoft games will likely get worse as scrapped projects and studios pile up - VideoGamer
Ubisoft’s stock plummets after restructuring, studios closures, and numerous canceled games, and it’s not going to stop here.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Cairn is the new game from The Game Bakers, and it’s an excellent mountain climbing experience with more depth than Jusant and more introspection than Peak. @thegamebakers.com #Cairn www.videogamer.com/features/cai...
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Gorgeous new climbing game, Cairn, is much lonelier than Peak and Death Stranding - VideoGamer
The Game Bakers' Cairn is an excellent mountain climbing experience with more depth than Jusant and more introspection than Peak.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Don’t Stop Girlypop was a breath of fresh air after being immersed in the dourness of Pathologic 3, and I’m so glad this bright pink DOOM arrived when it did. @girlypop.net www.videogamer.com/features/don...
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Don’t Stop Girlypop was a real palate cleanser after Pathologic 3 - VideoGamer
Don’t Stop Girlypop was a breath of fresh air after being immersed in the dourness of Pathologic 3, and I’m so glad this bright pink DOOM arrived when it did.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
After the 2XKO console release, Caitlyn has been added to the roster of 2XKO characters, but tasteless monetization practices rear their head once more. #2XKO www.videogamer.com/features/2xk...
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In 2XKO, Caitlyn is free to unlock, but there’s a twisty catch - VideoGamer
After the 2XKO console release, Riot Games has added Caitlyn to the 2XKO character roster, but monetization rears its head once more.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Larian Studios' next RPG, Divinity, wants more diverse companions than the Baldur’s Gate 3 characters, but they need to stand on their own two feet. #Divinity #BaldursGate3 www.videogamer.com/features/bal...
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These Baldur’s Gate 3 characters are memorable but flawed, here’s how Divinity can be better
Larian Studios' next RPG, Divinity, wants more diverse companions than the Baldur’s Gate 3 characters, but they need to stand on their own two feet.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake isn’t among Ubisoft’s cancelled games, instead being delayed, meaning more time to work on some improvements. #AssassinsCreed #Ubisoft www.videogamer.com/features/ass...
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If the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake has been delayed, we should be grateful - VideoGamer
The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake isn’t among Ubisoft’s cancelled games, instead being delayed, meaning more time for improvements.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 24/01/2026
With the 2XKO console release, we’re officially into the first season of 2XKO, and I’m begging Riot Games to please let me take a buddy online in 2XKO Duos. #2XKO @2xko.riotgames.com www.videogamer.com/features/2xk...
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2XKO console release is begging for couch co-op Duos - VideoGamer
The 2XKO console release officially signals the start of season 1. I'm begging Riot Games to please let me take a buddy online in Duos.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Fallout Season 2 certainly wants to dress up in Fallout New Vegas’ setting, but it doesn’t understand Fallout, at least not Obsidian’s take on it. #Fallout #FalloutSeason2 www.videogamer.com/features/fal...
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Fallout Season 2 feels like a meaningless echo of Fallout New Vegas - VideoGamer
Fallout Season 2 certainly wants to dress up in Fallout New Vegas’ setting, but it doesn’t understand Fallout, at least not Obsidian’s take on it.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
The 2XKO roster is starting a little slim, but as Riot Games adds more 2XKO characters, we can hope that they have as much weirdness as these games. #2XKO www.videogamer.com/features/2xk...
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2XKO roster should aspire to the weirdness of Skullgirls, Soul Calibur, and others - VideoGamer
The 2XKO roster starts a little slim, but as Riot adds more characters, we hope they match the weirdness of these games.
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Mars Evergreen @mevergreen.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
VideoGamer lists the ten best video game stories of all time for those looking to cry, laugh, or revel in meaningful artistic experiences. www.videogamer.com/features/bes...
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Best video game stories - Stories that will stay with you - VideoGamer
VideoGamer lists the ten best video game stories of all time for those looking to cry, laugh, or revel in meaningful artistic experiences.
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