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Skyrim Remastered: Bethesda's Impossible Task
We dig into Skyrim Special Edition and examine what makes Bethesda's RPG so compelling... and so controversial.
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After the Review: Does Battlefield 1 Herald the Return of the Historical Shooter?
What can we learn from the success of Battlefield 1?
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Dark Souls 3: Ashes of Ariandel DLC Review: Frozen Beauty
Dark Souls 3's first major DLC release is shorter than you might expect, but still a strong release.
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The Nintendo Switch's Lonely Niche
Why Nintendo's new console may struggle to grow beyond the publisher's hardcore fans.
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Battlefield 1 Xbox One Review: The Cavalry's Here
Does a new setting elevate DICE's venerable shooter?
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Goes In-depth on the Nintendo Switch
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Kat and Nadia tackle Nintendo's newest console. Plus: World of Final Fantasy and Pokémon Sun and Moon.
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Red Dead Redemption 2 is Almost Certainly a Prequel
Why all signs point to Red Dead Redemption's sequel taking place during an earlier chapter in John Marston's life.
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Interview: First-time Pokémon Director Shigeru Ohmori Opens Up About Sun and Moon
Ohmori elaborates on his philosophy for the series, the battle system changes, and what happens when you transfer a monster from Red and Blue.
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The Story of Playism, Part 2: The Tricky Task of Bringing Japanese Indies to the West
COVER STORY: The challenges and rewards of seeking out the hidden gems of Japanese gaming.
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The Story of Playism, Part 1: The Slow Rise of Indies in Japan
COVER STORY: Playism's rise reflects a changing tide in Japan.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast is Excited for Pokémon Sun and Moon
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Kat and Nadia discuss the opening hours of Pokémon Sun and Moon before diving deeper into Dragon Quest Builders.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Explores Dragon Quest Builders, Yo-Kai Watch 2, and More
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: It's a packed episode as we delve into Dragon Quest Builders, Yo-Kai Watch 2, Steamworld Heist, and Darkest Dungeon.
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The Hype Dissected: What VR Really Means For Gaming
COVER STORY: What drives the hype behind VR? We talked to people at every level of the industry to find out.
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From Us to You! is Riding Into the Sunset (For Now)
PODCAST: Our flagship podcast is going on hiatus, but not before diving into Mafia 3, Overwatch Halloween costumes, and more!
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From Us to You! Wonders if Destiny: Rise of Iron Has Left Behind Those Who Weren't There at Launch
PODCAST: We discuss Battlefront's Death Star DLC, Forza Horizon 3, Pokémon on the NX, and more!
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Pro Evolution Soccer 2017 PS4 Review: The Best Soccer Game... With Caveats
Fantastic gameplay helps PES overcome its numerous disadvantages.
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September Community Power Poll: Dragon Quest VII Gets Its Moment in the Sun
Destiny is hogging the headlines, but our readers are busy enjoying a long-awaited remake.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Talks Persona 5, Wasteland 3, and Sports Games as RPGs
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Nadia and Kat are back to talk about what they've been playing and look at the latest RPG news. Plus, special guest Bryan Wiedey talks about the connection between sports games and RPGs.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Dives Into an In-depth Preview of Persona 5
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Elliot Gay returns to share his thoughts on the first 40 hours of the import version of Persona 5. No spoilers! Promise!
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The Making of FIFA 17's "The Journey" Story Mode
FIFA 17's creative director shares what made FIFA 17's story mode possible, why you can't play as a defender, and whether it's the future of the genre.
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September 2016 Community Poll: What Games are you Playing Right Now?
What are you playing? We want to know!
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This Week's Streaming Schedule: Persona 5 and Civilization VI
Kat and Mike stream a couple games that aren't yet out in the US. Join them!
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Does it Hold Up? Looking Back on XCOM 2 Now That it's on Xbox One and PS4
We loved XCOM 2 when it launched earlier this year, but does it hold up? Plus, some thoughts on the console version.
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Ranking the Best Sports Game Franchise Modes: From Madden NFL 17 to NBA 2K17
Which sports game has the best franchise mode? Let's take a look.
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This Week's Streaming Schedule: Forza Horizon 3 and a Death Star Trench Run
We check out two of this week's more interesting releases.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Reviews Dragon Quest VII
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Kat and Nadia tackle an RPG that's been a long time coming while also delving into Halcyon 6 and Trails of Cold Steel 2 feedback.
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FIFA 17 PlayStation 4 Review: The Journey Begins
EA Vancouver introduces some pretty significant new features in their flagship sports sim. Are they successful?
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From Us to You! Analyzes the PlayStation 4 Pro and Super Mario Run Announcements
PODCAST: Kat, Bob, and Nadia go in-depth on today's big announcements.
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NBA 2K17 PlayStation 4 Review: Practice Makes Perfect
Visual Concepts' basketball sim remains the bar to which all other sports games aspire.
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Star Wars Battlefront's Fighter Squadron Mode is the Starfighter Game I've Wanted for 15 Years
The fighter combat once again steals the show in Battlefront's new Death Star DLC.
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This Week's Streaming Schedule: ReCore and Dead Rising Lead the Way
Here's what to look for on our Twitch channel this week.
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NBA 2K17's The Prelude is Much More Than a Basic Demo
Visual Concepts allows you to set the course for your character early in their MyCareer demo.
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Halcyon 6: Starbase Commander PC Review: A Flawed But Promising Space Sim
Halcyon 6 doesn't quite live up to its immense promise out of the gate, but it's on its way.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Examines Trails of Cold Steel 2 and World of WarCraft: Legion
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Kat, Nadia, Mike, and Jaz are all here. And we talk about Valkyrie Profile, too!
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Madden NFL 17 Review: Another First Down
Smart but subtle additions rule the day in the latest edition of EA's football simulator.
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NHL 17 Xbox One Review: Neutral Zone Trap
EA's hockey sim finds itself in a bit of a creative rut with this year's entry.
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Does NHL 16 Hold Up? Where the Series Sits Going into NHL 17
Kat looks back on her thoughts from last year as she prepares for this year's version of EA's hockey simulator.
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Comfort Food Games: Why I've Been Addicted to Fallout 4 Since Far Harbor
I have settlements to build. So many settlements.
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Does Metal Gear Solid V Hold Up? The Definitive Experience and the Missing Chapter
In the wake of The Definitive Edition announcement, we look back on Hideo Kojima's final act at Konami and wonder why a major piece of the story is still on the cutting room floor.
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Fallout 4: Nuka-World DLC Review: Empty Calories
Fallout 4's final piece of DLC reflects the game's broader weaknesses.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Puts Final Fantasy's Run on the Super Nintendo into Perspective
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: What did Final Fantasy mean for the SNES, and vice versa? We discuss! Plus: God Eater and Fallout 4's last batch of DLC.
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The One Thing World of WarCraft: Legion's Director Has Learned About Class Design Over the Years
Tom Chilton discusses one big lesson he's learned about World of WarCraft's class design and promises that more expansions are on the way.
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From Us to You! Explores World of WarCraft: Legion and Wonders if Metal Gear Solid V Holds Up
PODCAST: We examine this week's news, then take a spoiler-filled deep dive into Metal Gear Solid V and examine whether it stills holds up.
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Sometimes Sports Games Are All You've Got When You're a Minnesota Vikings Fan
In the wake of a horrific injury to her favorite player, Kat turns to the solace of sports games.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Welcomes Divinity: Original Sin 2's Chris Avellone and Swen Vincke
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: We go in-depth on the sequel to 2014's breakout hit with two of its developers.
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From Us to You! Reviews Deus Ex: Mankind Divided and Argues Over Metal Gear Survive
PODCAST: PlayStation 4 Slim, Pokémon Go numbers, and more in this week's episode of the flagship podcast.
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From Us to You! Discusses the Final Fantasy XV Delay and Rants About Funko Pop
PODCAST: A packed episode in which we wrap up No Man's Sky, discuss the Final Fantasy XV delay, and more.
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Cover Story: A Day at the 2016 Pokémon World Championships Made Me Wonder if I Could Be a Master Again Too
Kat spends a day meeting competitors, watching battles, and remembering why she fell in love with Pokémon in the first place.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Explores How the SNES Changed Some of Our Favorite RPG Franchises
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: SNES RPGs, localization hell, and more underrated RPG pitches.
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USgamer's RPG Podcast Puts Seiken Densetsu's Run on the Super Nintendo Into Context
AXE OF THE BLOOD GOD: Secret of Mana, the Final Fantasy XV delay, and Ash's struggles in the Pokémon League.