'REPLACED' was a last-minute addition to the demo space. It was a lucky break for fans wanting a look at this stunning dystopian thriller.
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PAX East 2026 Day 3: ‘Godzilla’ TCG, Limited Run Games, and Arcade Highlights
Arcade freeplay, Voodoo Lounge...and scent-o-vision. All in a day's work at PAX East.
Read More »PAX East Features: ‘Cyberpunk TCG’ and ‘God Save Birmingham’
A truly great surprise was seeing the Cyberpunk TCG, a fast-paced, resource-heavy strategy game, currently destroying records on Kickstarter.
Read More »PAX East Day 2: Cyberpunk Cosplay, Time Crisis Revivals, and Netherworld Mayhem
By Friday, the panels, concerts and events are in full swing, and you can tell that all the booths have their systems and talking points figured out.
Read More »PAX East Features: ‘Rain98’ and ‘Dreadmoor’
A moody Japanese world-ending virtual novel experience with a twist and a first-person Lovecraftian nautical experience caught my eye early in my PAX East journey.
Read More »PAX East 2026 Day 1: Magic The Gathering TMNT, Tiny Metal 2, and Canvas City Hands-On
While this year’s show floor felt like a mix of "quiet energy" and low-key reveals, the sheer variety of experiences made 2026 one of my best PAX years ever.
Read More »‘Aether & Iron’ Review: ‘Disco Elysium’ Meets ‘Bioshock’ in a Stunning Noir Adventure
I'm thoroughly impressed by the art style, narrative depth, and character writing, even if I occasionally found myself wishing for a bit more gameplay variety.
Read More »RPG Review: Vaesen – ‘Mythic Carpathia’ from Free League
The game of Nordic horror heads south to new lands haunted by vampires, werewolves, and things far worse as Eastern Europe industrializes.
Read More »‘Disciples: Domination’ Review — A Dark Fantasy Strategy RPG with Royal Ambition
With the release of Disciples: Domination, developer Artefacts Studio attempts to bridge the gap between legacy lore and modern mechanics.
Read More »Videogame Review: ‘ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN’ – Suda51’s Most Insane and Addictive Trip Yet
'ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN' is Suda51 in his purest, most evolved form. It’s a stylish, blood-soaked, and utterly bizarre adventure that rewards exploration and demands your attention
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