Author: Alex Van Aken

[ad_1] Traditionally MMOs are best played on mouse and keyboard, but Lost Ark isn’t a traditional game, is it? Before I get carried away, know you’ll probably have a better experience playing this isometric action RPG with classic inputs. However, Lost Ark is playable with a controller, if not entirely enjoyable. I’d even argue combat…

[ad_1] Dying Light 2 Stay Human releases this Friday so last night we played the first two hours of the anticipated zombie parkour sequel on stream. We’re continuing our save file today and experiencing 4-player co-op for the first time. Watch live at 2:00 p.m. Central on Twitch.tv/GameInformer, or you can bookmark this page and watch the livestream…

[ad_1] In this week’s episode of The Game Informer Show, the crew discusses our Elden Ring cover story and how the game will likely be From Software’s best game yet. We also dive into our Dying Light 2 review and offer varying perspectives on which aspects resonated with us (and those that didn’t). Lastly, in…

[ad_1] Dying Light 2 Stay Human releases this Friday and we’re playing the first two hours of the anticipated zombie parkour sequel on stream. The action begins tomorrow evening at 6:00 p.m. Central on Twitch.tv/GameInformer, or you can bookmark this page and watch the livestream in the video player below. Regardless, we’re looking forward to hanging…

[ad_1] Happy Monday, folks! It’s January 31st, so you’re likely still working towards those resolutions from earlier in the month, searching for the perfect restaurant for Valentine’s Day (you’re welcome), or just clocking in to start the workweek. Regardless, we’re here to keep you company, so strap in for some puzzle-solving shenanigans as the crew…

[ad_1] We debuted exclusive Elden Ring gameplay earlier today as part of our cover story on From Software’s upcoming Soulslike title. The footage showcased Castle Mourne, a never-before-seen area nestled in southern Limgrave on the Weeping Penninsula, featuring gargantuan armor-clad archers, grizzly chimeric monsters, and an optional boss fight. In the video below, Dan Tack…

[ad_1] Rainbow Six Extraction is a spin-off of Ubisoft’s flagship competitive multiplayer hit, Rainbow Six Siege, set in an alien-infested depiction of the United States. This three-player cooperative shooter borrows its predecessor’s roster of operators and weapons and recontextualizes them inside a more approachable player-versus-environment setting – often to fun results. The operator advancements offer…

[ad_1] In light of recent Dying Light 2 news, this week’s slate of listener questions begs the question: what is the ideal video game length? Additionally, the crew discusses the first games they remember playing and underappreciated aspects of games like sound design, user interface, and the small details that make a game feel amazing…

[ad_1] Happy Monday, folks! It’s January 10th, so you’re likely still cleaning up the holiday inbox, preparing for another semester to begin, or just struggling to shake off the weekend stink. On days like today, the coffee disappears too quickly and the caffeine works too slowly. But don’t worry, we’re here to keep you company. Brew another…

[ad_1] Introduction As games industry publishers race to implement shorter loading times, ray-tracing-based rendering, and blockchain technology, retro-hardware-maker Analogue continues to celebrate video game history. With their latest release, the Analogue Pocket, the boutique manufacturer focuses on a fundamental pillar of retro gaming — handhelds.  The Analogue Pocket is a marvel of design, setting a new…