Playlab! Magazine
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Boot up the puzzle pc
Despite its nostalgic appeal, Last Call BBS by Zachtronic isn’t just a retro cash and grab. Boot up your virtual pc and relax by some well-tuned puzzles like its nineties all over again.
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Palworld – Was the hype worth it?
The open-world survival game where you can exploit cute creatures – or just enjoy their adorableness and hang out with them. #Palworld #openworld #monster-taming #crafting
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When the music shapes half of your experience – Leitmotif in Hollow Knight’s soundtrack
How #Hollow_Knight’s #music leads you through the ups and downs of a lone wanderer. From a vague beginning to a sorrowful victory, this evolving melody tells a story of hope, struggle, and sacrifice, making it one of the most unforgettable aspects of this #indie masterpiece.
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This is Total War! And with Warhammer.
Warhammer 3 is a fantasy journey worth every penny, offering a grander perspective, a more credible fantasy war, and a deeper strategic experience.
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Roche Limit Review – A Gravitational Masterpiece
Dive into a surreal, haunting journey built entirely on PowerPoint. With it’s minimalist yet eerie aesthetic, step in, explore, and figure your own metaphor for life’s darkest realities.
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The Succinct Charm of Astro Bot
A charming #SinglePlayer #Action #Platformer that provides a brief remedy against the overstuffed games of the current gaming landscape #PlayStation5
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Female Characters in Arcane – Diverse, Interesting, and Not Overshadowed
Arcane has a lot of amazing aspects, one of them being complex characters and good writing. This article will be discussing female representation in the series.
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Video Game Adaptations- The Good, the Bad and the Fallout
Have you been personally victimized by YOUR favourite game series getting a bland adaptation? So have I!
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Under the Spotlight—Gaming Cookbooks
I reviewed three different cookbooks to see if they are culinary masterpieces or library ornaments. #cookbook#stardewvalley#Final Fantasy XIV#Dungeonsanddragons
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From Cosmo Canyon to Zanarkand: explore the new world of video game music concerts
If you are a Final Fantasy fanatic or just a lover of game music, have a look into what the world of video game concerts has to offer.
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David Lynch’s weird ad for PS2
David Lynch has passed away and the world continues to remember his vast work and influence over almost every genre of media today. We take a look back at the TV ad he made for the PS2s release and reflect upon his signature weirdness.
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Game Awards – Celebration of talent or a Marketing Extravaganza?
The Game Awards 2024 is over and the winners are announced. However, are they still following the same pattern that they were in 2023? Is game marketing more important than celebrating talent in the industry? #GameAwards #Games #Marketing #Awardceremony
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Making gamers cry 101: a review of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners
Anime might not be for everyone, but Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is the perfect gateway for gamers to dive into the genre.
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Everything you might want to know about the academic field of Game Studies
If you are interested in all the different ways that people talk about games, you should tune in here. #GameStudies #GameStudiesStudyBuddies #podcast
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Converging Worlds and Lives In The Remarkable Life of Ibelin
An emotional and engrossing #documentary about the power of connection, friendship and the legacy we leave behind. #World of Warcraft #digital bonds #community
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Like a 100-meter sprint, and also like chess: the charm of speedrunning games
How speedrunning combines skills, strategies and innovation to pursue the limit like a 100-meter sprint, while having the competitive charm of international e-sports.
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From fans to canon and the corporate
Astartes project by Syaman Pedersen is an excellent piece of visual media that has made its way into an official 40k canon. But what does it mean for the audience and creators of fan-content?
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The Art of Embodiment: Insights from Jei, a Professional Cosplayer
Step into the vibrant artistry world of cosplay with Jei, a professional cosplayer from Malaysia, as she shares her insights, love, and dedication in the industry.
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“What is this place?”: A dual view into narrative and player participation in Swords of the Serpentine
Put your thinking caps on, roll some dice and let us talk about playing TTRPGs!
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Worlds in a Finnish Theater: League Finals, Community, and Döner Kebab
I travelled to Helsinki to watch League finals in a cinema, and it was worth it. #leagueoflegends #esports #community #worldfinals
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