Three Finnish games to look forward to in 2026
Really interesting Finnish games will be released this year. When talking about upcoming game releases in 2026, most people probably have in mind GTA VI, which has been described as…
When Psychology Meets Game Design – The Case of Celeste
This text explores how Celeste combines psychology and game design to make struggle feel meaningful. By drawing on Jung’s ideas and the Hero’s Journey, it looks at how a difficult climb can become a gentle reflection on failure, persistence, and self-acceptance.
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Guess, Betray, Repeat: How “word impostor” became last month’s most addictive Guessing Game
One secret word. One unknowing faker. Endless accusations. How this paper-slip party game #WordImpostor infiltrated #TikTok feeds. Learn its simple rules, about the new apps to play, and discover why nothing beats the old-school bowl full of papers. #PartyGames #SocialDeduction
The Beautiful, Deadly Dance of Hollow Knight: Silksong
Eight years in the making, Team Cherry’s follow-up is a worthy – if demanding – sequel #hollow knight #indie games #metroidvania
United by dissatisfaction: How players bounded together to protest changes done to their favourite game
400,000 players revolted against the game Maple Story, causing a new law to mandate that the probably of random systems to be disclosed in South Korea. In this research by Park and colleagues, they highlight the importance of player activism, reflecting on the Maple Refugee incident.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun – Game Review
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun is a stealth-focused tactical game that came out in 2016 by German developers, Mimimi Productions. If you enjoy slow-paced games with a lot of thinking and planning, and a bit of sneaking around, in a colorful, well-designed environment of feudal Japan, this one's definitely made for you.
Getting Strategic with Sonic Super Teams
If you’re looking for a competitive boardgame for ages seven and up, Sonic Super Teams is worth considering even if you don’t know the franchise. #SonicTheHedgehog #Boardgame #FamilyGame
Building a Sense of Nostalgia: The Science Behind Why LEGO’s Game Boy Set Hits So Hard
A research backed review of a LEGO kit designed entice millennials’ dearest childhood memories. But can the company keep leveraging nostalgia to sell products?
Furnace, Monopoly and the Player Experience of Capitalism
Monopoly (1935), the best known economics-themed game, was originally called ”The Landlord’s Game”, and created to be an educational tool that warns about the dangers of privately owned land. Ironically,…
How Gambling Took Over Gaming
Everyone dreams of winning the lottery. Few manage to, and even more spend their entire lives trying. Now, gambling disguised as mechanics is getting increasingly normalized, and soon, gaming will be synonymous with taking a risk. This article is a critique of the current state of the industry.
Actually Good Card Games (Not Boring!) (Real)
Trapped inside this winter? Maybe it’s time to play some good ol’ card games. I have some recommendations
Review: Metal Eden
Metal Eden is a fast-paced shooter that is unfortunately too expensive and too short.
How a solo dev brought their vision to life – years after the game’s release
The journey towards ASTRONAUTILUS’s new narrative update #game development #indie games #interview
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Hope in The Forsaken Hollows: Exploring Elden Ring Nightreign’s DLC
Elden Ring Nightreign’s DLC expands its #roguelike thrills with new characters, map, fan-favorite bosses and two new Night Lords. Tailored for veterans, it is a way more #challenging experience than the base game, with a masterpiece of a soundtrack that justifies the price alone. #expansion #soulslike
ARC Raiders Review – Extraction Shooters are Fun!
ARC Raiders is a new extraction shooter from Embark Studios, a Swedish video game company that showcases what a great extraction shooter can be like. #ARCRaiders #ExtractionShooter #3rdPersonShooter
Expedition 33’s potentially problematic player power progression
I am going to complain about difficulty balancing and being overpowered for roughly 1000 words. No story spoilers included.
Hades 2: Bigger doesn’t always mean better
I examine the plot of Hades 2, in light of the recent patch that changed its ending entirely
Celebrating Cosplay and Other Finnish Crafts
The Finnish Craft and Design Fair showcased Finnish artistry once more – #Cosplay included! #SuomenKädentaidot #Crafts
I am addicted to mahjong thanks to Where Winds Meet
Today I was feeling a bit devious, so I went and killed some innocent people, followed by throwing a bear out of a cliff with my amazing martial arts skills. To end the day, I went to my local pub to rest and play some mahjong with the local residents in Where Winds Meet.
Shadow of the Colossus Concept art by Adrian Hernandez
Myths for a Better Tomorrow
What if the stories you live through in games were the myths of today? Ludomythologies is a fresh research publication that unpacks how games create and transform modern myths that shape culture and imagination. Ready to see your favorite games from a new, surprising perspective? #GameStudies #MythMaking #Ludomythologies