Enjoying ‘Sons of the Forest’ in Peaceful Mode: A Non-Horror Survival Experience

As someone who has a penchant for survival games, I approached ‘Sons of the Forest’ with fresh eyes, having never played its predecessor, The Forest. This lack of prior experience meant I had no preconceived notions about what to expect, particularly regarding the game’s cannibalistic horrors. To my surprise, the discovery of Peaceful mode transformed […]

Tchia: A Fresh Take on Open World Gaming

Introduction Thanks to its delightful sandbox traversal, Tchia became our favourite open world game of the year. For more awards, head to our Game of the Year 2023 hub. (Image credit: Awaceb) Gameplay and Mechanics Chris Livingston, Senior Editor, shares his enthusiasm for the unique gameplay elements and innovative mechanics of Tchia. The game revitalizes […]

Reevaluating ‘Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora’: A Triumph in Ubisoft’s Open-World Legacy

Introduction As the gaming world eagerly anticipated the release of Ubisoft‘s Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, there were mixed feelings about what the game would deliver. This article takes a closer look at the journey from skepticism to admiration for this groundbreaking title. Initial Skepticism The author began the year with a fair amount of skepticism […]

Unveiling the Secrets of Muznakan Carvings in Return to Moria

Unveiling the Mystery of Muznakan Carvings in Return to Moria In the shadowy depths of the procedurally-generated world of Return to Moria, players stumble upon the enigmatic Muznakan Carvings. These ancestral idols, remnants of a bygone Dwarven civilization, are not only a testament to the game’s rich lore but also a source of intrigue as […]