In Real Life: The News From The Intersection Of Games & The Real World
Everything that affects the lives of gamers and things gamers care about is right here. If it’s a brush with the law, new legislation affecting gaming, or just the many cool things happening in gaming culture, IRL’s the place to be.
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When To See The Nintendo Direct Mini In Australian/NZ Times
19Wow! After all the speculation, rumours, and whispers (more like screams), Nintendo has finally confirmed a June 2022 Nintendo Direct Mini, and it’s happening today in Australia! This time, it’s another third-party showcase, and we’ve collated all the Australian times so you know when to tune in! The next Nintendo Direct will be a 25-minute…
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MMO Studio Wants Unpaid Volunteers To Make Steam’s Most Wishlisted Game
The Day Before is currently the most wishlisted game on Steam, but it’s attracting attention for a very different reason. The studio currently uses “volunteers” who are paid with “participation certificates” and free codes, which are, you know, great for paying rent.
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Expectation, Legacy, And The Passage Of Time: The Making Of The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
Paul Verhoeven chats to the creators of The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe on the subtle art of not making a sequel.
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Blade Runner Remake Looks Like Complete Dogshit
In 1997 Westwood Studios — famous for their real-time strategy games like Command & Conquer and Red Alert — released a game called simply Blade Runner. It was a grimy point-and-click adventure game, and became one of the all-time greats in the genre.