The radial buy menu will feel like a compromise between PC and console gamers. It evidently makes things easier with a controller, but is still very nested and awkward on the computer. Granted, most avid Counter-Strike players will be using numbered shortcuts anyway, but it’s a good example of one of the game’s biggest challenges – making the game work on consoles, but still retaining the playstyle of the PC edition. The drawback here is that despite Valve’s previous efforts, Counter-Strike was never a series that could be properly played on consoles – the speed of mice-based players allowed for gameplay that an Xbox controller could never hope to match. Still, Hidden Path has done a great job in retaining the spirit of the originals, and Global Offensive proves to be entertaining for both veteran gamers and newbies to the franchise, regardless of what platform they cho

An abandoned nuclear facility and the evacuated towns surrounding it make for an ideal horror setting, but SWAN: Chernobyl Unexplored takes things one step further by adding its own unexplored area and mysteries related to the meltd

Sandy Peterson’s maps for DOOM were notably different from those created by the other developers of id Software. Peterson liked more abstract designs for maps, and was more experimental. As such, fans remain divided to this day about his creations. One such level, ‘The Chasm’ from DOOM II: Hell On Earth , was said to have been inspired by a nightmare the developer had involving thin bridges and deep cha

However, right when players are finally getting to know the real Shinji (or making him their sweetheart in the female protagonist’s route), Shinji selflessly sacrifices himself to save a fellow S.E.E.S. member’s life, forever leaving a void in both the player’s party and he

While many other RE protagonists are trained professionals, Ethan begins his journey as a simple man in search of his missing wife, making all the feats he has accomplished that much more admirable. However, before Ethan had his chance to solidify his place among the rest of the beloved RE cast, it was revealed by RE8 that he actually had been dead all along. In a heartbreaking twist, Eveline reveals to Ethan that he is one with the mold found in RE7 and that he had been “dead” for most of the two RE titles he starred

While actually playing Counter-Strike: Global Offensive is very close to the Source experience, it’s just different enough to force gamers into making some mental adjustments. Matches can still be over in 30 seconds, and each bullet truly counts. Communication between team members can make or break matches, whether it’s calling for cover fire or organizing a rush to Bombsite B. While there are no modified servers online, regular servers (with set map rotations, unfortunately) can be found in abundance. Also, it’s easier than ever to join a party of online friends. While it wasn’t hard before, the ability to join a lobby with a select group allows for much more organization when playing with friends. The scoring system is now much more functional as well, with a much cleaner design and scorebo

Duke Nukem Forever has been criticized considerably ever since its notorious development cycle and after its eventual release date. The writing, visuals, puzzles, and jokes did not sit well with many. One level was considered to be particularly heinous, that being ‘The Hive’. Within the alien-made lair, the invaders have abducted and impregnated numerous captive women, including Duke’s latest girlfriends, the Holsom Twins. His response? Make a tasteless joke about the sc

Stop your ATV/Motorcycle right beneath it and wait for a few seconds until an audio cue (demonic laugh) plays. That is when you hit the pedal and race down the highway until the next road sign. Cross it and a rift should open to reward you with a free Quick Revive Perk. If you fail, head back to the first road sign and start ag

Isotopium: Chernobyl is a one-of-a-kind game in which players control real-world miniature robots via a live camera feed and explore a carefully constructed, Chernobyl-inspired, diorama. Players need to explore and collect isotopes from around the environment in order to compete with others on a global leaderbo

With modern graphics and a variety of extremely detailed environments, early screenshots and gameplay footage look very promising, with the game expected to be fully released in Q2 of 2024. For anyone interested in the Chernobyl theme or emergency responders in general, this one should go straight on the wishl

Spore Control – The symbol for the Spore Control contract is a black oval with two white lines through it, resembling a spore – it looks similar to the Aether Extractor contract symbol, but the base is flat and is a shorter, wider sym

Grey Fox was initially introduced into the Metal Gear story back in the very first game, during the Outer Heaven incident where a rookie Solid Snake was sent to rescue him. Grey Fox made a return in the second FPS game ranking, Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake , but this time as an enemy to Snake during the Zanzibar incident, seemingly being left to die after their bat