Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
side of the industry. He runs TheBadGamer, focused on gaming news worth your time.
GamingOnLinux's Part 52 explores the quirky challenge of "What Am I Going to Do With All This Cheese" in the context of building a retro Linux gaming computer, highlighting the series' unique blend of gaming nostalgia and technical troubleshooting. This installment delves into the unexpected parallels between accumulating in-game cheese and the realities of retro gaming on Linux. With its characteristic humor, the article guides readers through optimizing their setups for classic games.
Discover the 12 crates available in Grow a Garden 2's Props Store, each offering unique rewards to enhance and defend your garden. Learn the exact reward chances for each item and how to effectively use them. Navigate the game's new stealing mechanics with our comprehensive guide on props, their effects, and prices.
Discover "Simulacrum of Duty", the intriguing new simulator on Steam that uniquely combines the immersive medieval realism of Kingdom Come: Deliverance with the bureaucratic satire of Papers, Please. This unexpected mashup challenges players to navigate the complexities of a fictional, historically inspired kingdom's administration while immersing themselves in its richly detailed world. With its promising blend of gameplay mechanics, "Simulacrum of Duty" is poised to captivate fans of both simulation and strategy genres.
Dive into the world of Roblox's Grow a Garden 2 with our comprehensive crop tier list, guiding you through the most profitable investments. Discover how to maximize your earnings with Mutations and the right tools. From Mushroom's surprising low return to the potential of limited-time Seed Packs, we've got you covered.
Rayman Legends Retold brings back the beloved franchise with a notable involvement: series creator Michel Ancel as a consultant. Though Ancel left Ubisoft in 2020, his input was sought at the beginning of development to ensure universe consistency. This move marks a careful return of the Rayman series, announced in 2024 after a decade of dormancy.
FromSoftware's president Hidetaka Miyazaki has reassured fans that the studio is working on both announced and unannounced titles, including the upcoming Switch 2-exclusive Duskbloods. Miyazaki's statement comes amidst controversy surrounding parent company Kadokawa, which is facing pressure from hedge fund Oasis Management. Despite the turmoil, Miyazaki expresses satisfaction with FromSoftware's current development environment.
Discover how to safeguard your garden in Grow a Garden 2 against nightly thefts with defensive pets, crops, gears, and props. Learn strategic placement and the private server option to keep your harvest safe. Secure your Roblox gardening experience with these essential tips.
Raph Koster, veteran of Ultima Online and Star Wars Galaxies, discusses the viability of traditional theme park MMOs, citing ballooning development costs and stagnant gameplay. His upcoming sandbox MMO, Stars Reach, aims to break this mold. Koster believes the genre's narrow focus since World of Warcraft has left players "bored, frustrated, and underserved".
Experience the uncharted territory of penguin life in Penguin Colony, where survival in Antarctica meets cosmic horror. This unique simulator, from the devs of Umurangi Generation, offers a short but intriguing demo on Steam, blending species-switching mechanics with a haunting narrative. With its release set for 2026, Penguin Colony promises a distinct gaming experience that critiques fascist ideology through an unlikely protagonist.
The 2027 video game lineup is shaping up to be exceptionally busy, with a diverse array of titles set to release, including Stranger Than Heaven, a Tomb Raider remake, and highly anticipated games like Fable and Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. Following the highly anticipated release of GTA 6 in 2023, the industry seems to be rebounding with a flurry of activity. With over 20,000 games released on Steam in 2025, the market's saturation is evident, but 2027's lineup suggests a potential vintage year despite industry challenges.
