2025: A Landmark Year for Indie Video Games?
Readers debate whether 2025 is the best year ever for independent games, while also worrying about Nintendo's future and Warner Bros. developer layoffs. Join the discussion.
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Gamer: Modern Video Games Have Lost Balanced Difficulty
A frustrated UK gamer argues that developers have lost the skill of creating a smooth difficulty curve, citing Hollow Knight: Silksong, Dark Souls, and others. They call for a sensible middle ground and better difficulty options.
Horses horror game banned from Steam and Epic Games Store
Indie horror game Horses, from acclaimed developer Santa Ragione, has been removed from major storefronts. We explore the controversy and whether the ban is justified.
DJ Moopie's A Colourful Storm: New Twee-Pop Compilation
Explore Melbourne DJ Moopie's indie label A Colourful Storm and its charming new compilation 'Going Back to Sleep', featuring Daily Toll and Who Cares?. Plus, the week's best new music from Flea to Jana Horn.
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 branded one of year's worst films
The box office horror sequel Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is panned as an inept, poorly written follow-up with no proper ending. Our review of the 2024 release.
Dove Ellis's Debut 'Blizzard' Justifies the Hype
Mysterious Irish indie artist Dove Ellis releases his stunning debut album 'Blizzard'. Discover the Galway-born singer's Jeff Buckley-esque sound and why his London show sold out in an hour.
Routine: 13-Year Sci-Fi Horror Finally Releases
After 13 years in development, sci-fi survival horror game Routine is finally here. Our review explores its terrifying atmosphere, unique puzzles, and how it rivals Alien Isolation. Read the full analysis.
Dunedin sound documentary explores Shayne Carter's legacy
A new film, Life in One Chord, chronicles the Dunedin indie scene through the memoir of Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter. Explore the triumphs and tragedies of a seminal music movement.
Netflix Quietly Adds Anne Rice Horror Thriller Series
Netflix has released all episodes of 'Talamasca: The Secret Order', a new horror thriller based on Anne Rice's books. Dive into the secret society's supernatural investigations now.
90s Horror Classic 'The Blair Witch Project' Hits Netflix
The iconic 1999 found-footage horror 'The Blair Witch Project', notorious for making audiences faint, is now streaming on Netflix. Discover the film that changed horror forever.
NZ indie games thrive with unique government support
New Zealand's indie game developers are achieving remarkable success through innovative government programmes like Code, showcasing standout titles at Pax Australia and generating millions in revenue.
Wolf Alice's Glam-Rock Reinvention in Manchester
Wolf Alice deliver a stunning 70s-inspired performance at Manchester Arena, showcasing their most complete and fun reinvention yet. Read our full review of the indie chameleons' triumphant show.
18 Christmas Horror Films to Stream This Festive Season
Discover 18 terrifying Christmas horror films streaming now in the UK, from festive slashers to supernatural thrillers. Perfect for horror fans seeking alternative holiday entertainment.
Reader's Plea: A Resident Evil Comedy Game
A passionate gamer argues that Capcom should embrace the campy humour of its past and create a full-blown comedy Resident Evil or Dino Crisis game to innovate the industry.
Assassin's Creed Shadows: A 2025 Gaming Gem
A passionate gamer makes the case for Assassin's Creed Shadows as 2025's top single-player experience, praising its open world and compelling gameplay. Discover why this title is a must-play.
Game Awards 2025 Leaks: What's In & Out
Leaks reveal the rumoured line-up for The Game Awards 2025, including Control 2 and a Silent Hill 1 remake. Find out what's confirmed and what's ruled out for the December 11 event.
Radiohead Break O2 Attendance Record
British indie band Radiohead set new attendance record at The O2 with 22,355 fans, surpassing Metallica's 2017 milestone during their four-night London residency.
Dating app horror: Oral offer in 15 minutes
A journalist's experiment with UK dating apps reveals shocking behaviour as men offer sex within minutes. Discover why modern dating is pushing people to give up on love altogether.
Bog People: Working-Class Folk Horror Anthology Review
Discover Bog People, a powerful anthology of folk horror stories exploring class, hierarchy and inequality across England. Read our review of this compelling collection.
Ruth Codd announces second leg amputation recovery
Irish actor and Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd shares her recovery journey after second below-knee amputation. Discover her inspiring story and future plans.
Neon Inferno Review: Beautiful but Flawed Shooter
Neon Inferno boasts some of 2025's best 2D artwork but is let down by awkward controls and punishing difficulty. Read our full review of this cyberpunk shooter.
Horror Game Horses Banned From Steam, Heads to Epic
Italian horror game Horses faces Steam ban over explicit content concerns, launching December 2 on Epic Games Store. Developer fears financial collapse without Steam access.
EastEnders Christmas Horror for Zoe Slater's Stalker
Zoe Slater's stalker nightmare escalates in EastEnders Christmas special as she accuses brother Tommy. Read the shocking spoilers and dramatic twists ahead.
Rue Valley Review: Time Loop Game Falls Short
Discover Rue Valley, a time travel adventure game where you have just 47 minutes to escape a Groundhog Day scenario. Read our full review of this Disco Elysium-inspired title.
Kids Choose Gaming Currency Over New Christmas Games
New research shows children prefer virtual currency and cosmetics over traditional games this Christmas. Discover the shifting trends in gaming gifts and what it means for parents.
Grandmother wakes in coffin before cremation in Thailand
A 65-year-old Thai grandmother narrowly avoided being cremated alive after waking up in her coffin moments before her funeral. Read this incredible survival story.
Matt Maltese: The secret songwriter for pop's elite
South London's Matt Maltese reveals how being dropped by a major label led to writing for Rosalía, Shakespeare and chart success. Discover his remarkable journey from obscurity to influence.
Stuck in Love: The Indie Thanksgiving Classic
Discover why the 2012 indie romcom Stuck in Love, starring Greg Kinnear and Jennifer Connelly, has become an unofficial Thanksgiving classic for many viewers.
Udo Kier dies aged 81 after six decade film career
Hollywood veteran Udo Kier has died at 81. The German actor known for Ace Ventura and horror classics passed away in Palm Springs. Read more about his legendary career.
Call Of Duty Failure Raises Xbox Future Doubts
Microsoft's $75.4 billion Activision acquisition falters as Call Of Duty: Black Ops 7 underperforms, raising questions about Xbox's future and industry-wide consequences.
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