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Dragon’s Dogma 2 Is Still Amazing in 2026

When I first played and reviewed Dragon's Dogma 2 for The Escapist, it was pretty much everything I expected as a fan of the...

FFXIV Evercold Tokyo Fan Fest 2026 News & Info Round-up

The FFXIV Tokyo Fan Fest 2026 took place during Halloween weekend, and I was busy with my own Halloween festivities so... apologies. But I...
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In Pluribus, Carol Is Addicted to Misery & That’s the Point

Imagine staying in a hotel in Norway made entirely out of ice. Every year, the ice melts. And every year, the artists and artisans...
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Moonlighter 2 Is Bigger & Better Than Ever

As a fan of both roguelikes and immersive sim games, 2018's Moonlighter seemed like it was made just for me. An action roguelike game...
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A woman with glowing eyes.

A Formal Apology Letter to Dispatch’s Blonde Blazer

Do be warned that this article contains major spoilers for the entirety of Dispatch.Dear Blonde Blazer,My name is Zhiqing, and I am the founder...
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Dispatch: The Retcon Review

Trying to elbow your way into the crowded superhero genre in this day and age is no easy task. Marvel and DC have the...
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Who Is the Steam Machine Really For?

Valve has announced its next hardware lineup, marking the company's first steps towards getting the foot in the door in the console space. The...
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After OT2, Octopath Traveler 0 Is a Breath of Fresh Air

Try as I might, I could never quite get into Octopath Traveler 2. It makes no sense to me either. As someone who adored...