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Technology
Ruin the healthcare system from the comfort of home
Funny but stressful, Two Point Hospital is engrossing in the least relaxing way possible.
- by David Milner
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Victoria
Game boys, and girls, up for retro video fun
Ever played a Game Boy? What about an Atari? Retro video games are making a comeback.
- by Nicole Precel
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Technology
Finding meaning down Kentucky Route Zero
The game's poetic, beautiful and profound narrative verges on pure art.
- by David Milner
Coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus sparks surge in virus video games
As experts work to stem the global spread of coronavirus, gamers have turned their attention to parallel, imaginary struggles.
- by Rick Noack and Stefano Pitrelli
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Technology
More refreshed than Reforged, Warcraft III is still an all-time great
Warcraft III Reforged is the nicest way to experience the incredible storytelling and characters of the series pre-WoW.
- by Tim Biggs
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Technology
Arcade escapism meets '80s coming-of-age story in 198X
It might not be very original, but this teen drama with playable arcade interludes is worth it for the pixel art presentation, music and nostalgia fuel alone.
- by Tim Biggs
Gambling
Video games with gambling features should be banned from children
There are calls for stricter regulation of computer games that target children with gambling technology and psychology.
- by Nick O'Malley
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Technology
The frustrating art of social awkwardness
Speaking Simulator is a ridiculous game that's often as frustrating as it is funny, but it has its moments.
- by Tim Biggs
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Technology
A refreshingly laid back adventure with a bit of a bumpy landing
Journey to the Savage Planet is like all the side quests and optional collecting of a Far Cry game, with few of the main objectives.
- by Tim Biggs
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Gadgets
Full-size Commodore 64 remake has retro fun for young and old
THEC64 is a comprehensive but easy-to-use emulator box that should please both '80s computer die-hards and curious retro gamers.
- by Tim Biggs
Technology
Aussie AAA game director on going indie, then being acquired by Google
Alex Hutchinson designed and directed some of the world's biggest games, but his desire for smaller teams and more control led him to co-found his own studio.
- by Tim Biggs