Progression Systems: Why We Can’t Stop Playing

Once a player begins a game, it quickly becomes engaging. Unlocking character customizations and items encourages them to invest more time in creating their ideal character. This increased playtime naturally leads to a stronger connection with that character, making it difficult to stop playing. It can even feel like abandoning a friend, which motivates players to continue playing for extended periods and return frequently.

The Best Tabletop Games of 2025

Flip 7 is a fun and easy card game where players try to collect the highest score by taking risks. The game uses cards numbered 0 to 12, along with a few special cards. Each player receives a card and can choose to take another one, hoping to increase their score, or stop and keep what they’ve earned. But be careful! If you draw a card that matches one you already have, you get no points and are out of the round. It’s a game full of excitement and friendly competition!

Holiday Gift Guide for Pop Culture Lovers and Nerds – 2025

I’m a huge fan of Jakks’ The Simpsons line, and this year’s additions are fantastic! The 14-inch Talking Funzo Doll is seriously impressive—and yes, it actually shoots missiles from its mouth! It’s way bigger than I expected, and honestly, it feels like both a really cool toy and something you’d want to display as a collectible. I’d probably keep it separate from smaller toys, though… or if you’re getting it for the inner child (or adult!) in your life, maybe keep it safe from everything!

Letterboxd Video Store Platform Is Officially Live

This online store features two main sections. “Unreleased Gems” showcases recent festival films and older titles that didn’t get wide distribution – these will only be available for 30 days. “Lost and Found” highlights films that Letterboxd members already love and have been searching for. According to Letterboxd CEO Matthew Buchanan, the “Unreleased Gems” section was created because there are so many fantastic films that haven’t found a broad audience, but that Letterboxd’s community is eager to support.

Doom creator John Romero’s canceled game is now a “much smaller game,” but it “will be new to people, the way that going through Elden Ring was a really new experience”

Earlier this year, Microsoft’s large-scale layoffs led to the cancellation of several Xbox games, including Rare’s Everwild, the planned remake of Perfect Dark, and a new online game from Zenimax Online Studios. The cuts also affected projects from partner studios; Romero Games announced their new first-person shooter, a completely original game, had lost funding, reportedly due to a decision by Microsoft.

🎁 BrownDust2 Japan Live Special Coupon!

Hey everyone! They’re celebrating the Brown Dust 2 Japan radio show and giving us a special coupon! Just a heads up – make sure you redeem it before January 31st, 2026, or you’ll miss out!

How to Get Sleep Weapons for Balancers Weakness in Elden Ring Nightreign

Although having a strong character build and team is helpful, Balancers are particularly vulnerable to weapons that cause Sleep. Using these weapons during the boss fight activates a special mechanic that simplifies the battle. Here’s how to find Sleep weapons in Elden Ring Nightreign so you can exploit this weakness effectively.

How To Find Every Wayfarer In Where Winds Meet

Throughout the game world, you’ll find special characters called Wayfarers. They’re scattered across different regions and play a key role in unlocking new areas and revealing the game’s hidden secrets. Though rare, discovering these Wayfarers is essential to fully explore Where Winds Meet.