Eric Van Allen

Eric's Farewell | Off to Find a New Challenger

It's time for us to move on, but we'll carry USG with us wherever we go.

It's Time to Rank Every Single Jackbox Party Pack Game

There have been six Jackbox Party Packs, so we ranked them in order from worst to best.

How to Make Your Money in Yakuza: Like a Dragon's Business Mode

Go from rags to riches with some proper management.

The Callisto Protocol Could Carry the Spirit of Dead Space, Even Within the PUBG Universe

Striking Distance is bringing sci-fi horror to the PUBG universe.

These Are the Movies and TV Shows to Watch Before Playing Cyberpunk 2077

From Akira to Dredd, there's a lot to watch before Dec. 10.

Marvel's Avengers Has Yet to Make Back Its Development Costs

Square Enix is saying it will continue pushing toward making the game profitable, however.

Yakuza: Like a Dragon Review: An Epic Dragon's Quest

The Yakuza series treads new ground, finding its next legend in the process.

Baldur's Gate 3's Most Romanced Companion in Early Access Is, Somehow, Gale

A stunning upset for the Shadowheart crowd.

Hearthstone Is Playing the Hits As It Revamps the Way Players Earn Their Cards

Blizzard wants to make free progression less inscrutable and intimidating.

Sega Says It Didn't Mean to "Dredge Up Painful Memories" With Golden Axe Prototype

The publisher responds to one developer, surprised to see a reportedly crunch-ridden project brought back to life.

The Pathless, From the Studio Behind Abzu, Is All About Motion

Nock, breathe, release.

With Launch Behind It, Riot is Already Looking Ahead to Valorant's Next Decade

Valorant Game Director Joe Ziegler talks new modes, player feedback, and being willing to disrupt the meta.

Paradise Killer Review: Love Dies

An island murder mystery where discovery is intoxicating, even if the climax falls flat.

Dragon Age Fans Are Head Over Heels For Its Mysterious Qunari Lady

Move aside Solas, a new character is capturing hearts.

Spiritfarer Review: Come Sail Away

Set sail for resources and hugs aplenty.

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Remake Is Ditching the "Mute" Grab For a New Name

The game is looking to truly honor the legacy of a famous trick's creator.

How Blaseball Became a Collaborative Sports League of Peanuts and Hellfire

A surreal sports sim rose from the ashes of sports. Now we can't get enough.

Xbox Game Pass Deal Saved One Indie From "Bootstrapping" Through Development

One indie dev shares their experience with Xbox's subscription service.

Blizzard Employees Share Salary Details Amid Ongoing Pay Dispute

Employees shared stories of reportedly avoiding meals to make rent.

Blaseball Is the Absurd Sports Game That's Been Filling Your Social Feeds

Rejoice, and play ball.

Street Fighter 5 Summer Stream Is Coming Next Week With New Character Reveals

Time to see who's still making the cut.

Remedy Says CrossfireX Draws Inspiration From Metal Gear and Resident Evil

It wants a bit of that "larger-than-life" feeling.

Star Wars: Squadrons Director Responds to B-Wing Requests: No Plans For DLC At This Time

Sorry, B-Wing fans.

Madden NFL 21 Will Make Washington a "Generic" Team With Update

Electronic Arts will reflect the recent ditching of Washington's old team name.

Remember When... NBA Jam Played Favorites in the Bulls vs. Pistons Rivalry?

There was a reason those buzzer-beaters bricked, it seems.

Microsoft Flight Simulator's Retail Version Will Ship on 10 Discs

They look pretty aerodynamic.

Bloodlines 2's Developers on Next-Gen, Immersion, and Seattle in the World of Darkness

Hardsuit Labs isn't winding up to miss the mark.

Scarlet Nexus's Developers Talk About Bandai Namco's Next-Gen RPG: "Action Elements are a Must"

The "brainpowered" action game isn't losing its narrative roots in the process.

Tangles and Snips: How Two Brothers Went From Flash to Nintendo and Apple

How chance connections helped these brothers continue making the things they enjoy.

Valorant Review: A Compelling Counter Strike

Riot Games' foray into FPS territory is solid, even if it's slim at the moment.

The Last of Us Part 2's Writers Reveal Some Ideas That Were Cut From the Final Game

Neil Druckmann and Halley Gross discuss how the story changed over time.

Can You Avoid Killing Any Dogs in The Last of Us Part 2?

For those looking for a heads-up on The Last of Us Part 2's tougher content to watch.

NHL 21 Wasn't at EA Play Live, But EA Says It's "Getting Closer" to Reveal

Despite its absence, EA says more info is on the way.

Rocket Arena Turns Explosive Duels Into a Smash Bros. Style Knockout Fest

Rocket duels for the family.

Sharpedo Is the Pokemon Sword and Shield Isle of Armor DLC's Most Terrifying Pokemon

Galar has it all. And by all, I mean terrifying shark attacks.

Siren's Song: WayForward on Shantae's Evolution, Smash Bros., And the Future

Shantae co-creator Matt Bozon tells us what a new generation might hold for the chipper genie.

The Most Beautiful 2D Sprite Games of All Time

Let's celebrate the simple beauty of sprite-based games.

A Former My Little Pony Fighting Game's Journey From Cease and Desist to Evo Online

How a dedicated team and a series of miracles led to Them's Fightin' Herds.

Inside the Wild, Sometimes Shady World of Animal Crossing's Trading Sites

Players are chasing illustrious profits through trading sites.

Xbox Will Reveal New First-Party Series X Games in July

Monthly updates are on the way for the next generation of Xbox.

GTA Online's Alien Gang War Is Rapidly Escalating

Everyone's either green, purple, or caught in the crossfire.

Streets of Rage 4 Review: Streets Ahead

A glorious revival for the venerated beat 'em up.

How Fan Feedback Inspired and Helped Build Command & Conquer's Remastered Collection

It was "almost more like a Kickstarter campaign than something from a major publisher."

Without Tours to Go On, Some Musicians Are Taking to Minecraft

American Football, Hana, and the organizers on why Minecraft offers a viable alternative to live shows.

Valorant Isn't Trying to Appeal to Everyone

Valorant's take on the genre is anything but diluted, and that's a good thing.

Riot Reveals Why Valorant Isn't in the League of Legends Universe

Guns and magic don't always mix.

Bleeding Edge Review: On the Edge of Glory

Ninja Theory's hero brawler has good ideas, but not enough to keep me hooked.

Glen Schofield on Going From Dead Space and Call of Duty to Being Given "Carte Blanche" in the PUBG Universe

The former Sledgehammer head's studio is building a PUBG experience with narrative at the forefront.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake's Developers Explain Why It's a 100GB Download

Midgar takes up a lot of disc space.

Gears Tactics Eschews XCOM Comparisons By Embracing the Brutality of Gears

Tactics with the carnage and momentum of Gears.