Maksim Ivanov
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The Shadow of the Crowbar Over the Gaming Industry. Why Fans Keep Waiting for Half-Life 3
More than 20 years have passed since the release of Half-Life 2, and the game series still confidently holds its place on the Olympus of the gaming industry. After so many years, fans still believe that Half-Life 3 will be released. Hope has been ignited even more after statements from several trusted insiders: Half-Life 3 will be announced before the end of 2025! To understand the phenomenon of "hopium" regarding the third part of Half-Life, we decided to remind everyone why gamers dream of a continuation of "Half-Life" today, December 3rd, on the 3rd day of the week!
Content Overload: A Review of the Turn-Based RPG Demonschool
In Demonschool, you must help a group of demon hunters prevent the apocalypse. To do this, you'll have to squeeze the most out of every day at their disposal - just like in the Persona series of games.
Chosen by Fate or Hostage of the Situation: Which Heroes Evoke More Sympathy?
The concept of the main character as the chosen one has always held a strong position in the gaming industry. People enjoy playing as a hero who is destined to accomplish great things. But there are also those who like to play as a talented hard worker who survives in the most hopeless situations. Which of the two types of heroes is better suited for a world with powerful creatures and ancient prophecies? Let's try to figure it out!
A Fragment of the Golden Age. A Review of the Superhero Dispatch Simulator, Dispatch
It seemed like only recently that superheroes dominated mass culture. However, the changing attitude towards caped crusaders and super-powered individuals has degraded the quality of the resulting products. Dispatch tells a classic story about standard superheroes, but simply does it well. Against the backdrop of other shoddy works, this has been enough for the game to gain love and fame from players around the world.
(18+) Serving Customers at the Highest Level. Quickie: A Love Hotel Story Adult Hotel Manager Review
The player has to help the main character save the family business by turning his parents' hotel into a den of iniquity. To successfully "get back on your feet," you need to learn a lot and provide guests with everything they need. But you shouldn't forget about your personal life either - fortunately, there are enough candidates for relationships in the game.
The Best Septic Tank Cleaner Goes on a Journey. A Review of the Slime Rancher 2 Slime Collector Simulator
The experience of playing Slime Rancher 2 is divided into two parts. First, the player must catch slimes, feed them, and collect their waste products for sale. The second half is devoted to exploring the colorful world of the game, which is much more extensive than it seems at first.
![Of Mice and Cats. A Review of the Whiskerwood City-Building Simulator [Early Access]](https://media.ixbt.games/fit-in/256x/ixbt-data/782149/01K99GMKZJCA0Q2GRQKM6YWGF7.jpg)
Of Mice and Cats. A Review of the Whiskerwood City-Building Simulator [Early Access]
In Whiskerwood, you need to help a group of anthropomorphic mice build their small utopia. Each worker has strengths and weaknesses, as well as various needs. You'll have to take care of your charges to make them work. However, you won't be able to go about your business peacefully - the cat overlords are always watching and will do everything they can to rob honest workers.
High-Quality and Memorable Torture. A Review of the Survival Horror Silly Polly Beast
Does a falling tree make a sound if no one is around? Can an indie game be good if it's full of nuances? What if the gameplay process squeezes all the juices out of the player but still hits the heart? Let's find out in our review!
Carolina in the City of Nightmares. A Review of the Horror Game Tormented Souls 2
A significant portion of Tormented Souls' mechanics are reminiscent of classic Resident Evil games, but it still manages to remain unique. Players will explore eerie and colorful locations, as well as solve numerous puzzles. However, they will also have to deal with inconvenient controls, navigation, and combat system.
![Memories and the Path Are All That Matter. A Review of the City-Building and Survival Simulator Super Fantasy Kingdom [Early Access]](https://media.ixbt.games/fit-in/256x/ixbt-data/779355/01K85AE794WJS2NHPWG62H3N0K.jpg)
Memories and the Path Are All That Matter. A Review of the City-Building and Survival Simulator Super Fantasy Kingdom [Early Access]
In the new game from publisher Hooded Horse, the main goal isn't just to survive, but to achieve the maximum with the available resources. You need to build a kingdom, fight off enemies, and use the obtained materials to expand the territory. After an inevitable defeat, you'll have to start over, but the previous expansion will reward you with bonuses in the new run, which will help you survive a little longer.
A magical and touching adventure. A review of the cozy Little Witch in the Woods
In Little Witch in the Woods, the player takes on the role of a young witch named Ellie, who is experiencing an adventurous and wonderful period of her life. The overall atmosphere of magic can be spoiled by the huge amount of resources that need to be collected for a complete walkthrough. But if this does not scare you - grab your broom and let's read the review!
I Don't Understand Anything... A Review of the Eclipsium Trip-Adventure
You can form an accurate opinion about the game by visiting its store page - it's a bright and unusual walking simulator where every step takes the player to an unusual place. And since the main character moves at the speed of a one-legged turtle, you can examine the surroundings very carefully. Sometimes even too much.
No Lower to Fall! CloverPit Gambling Simulator Review
CloverPit allows you to feel like you're in the shoes of a "gambling Paramosha." You need to constantly pull the one-armed bandit to get satisfaction from winning. The Devil is in charge of this abomination, encouraging the main character's bad habits. It's good that at least the currency is purely in-game, and the game doesn't require you to deposit your own hard-earned money - otherwise, there would be another scandal in the industry!
Another Worthy Game in the Universe! Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 Turn-Based Tactics Preview
Exploring the demo version of Mechanicus 2 evokes only positive emotions. The sequel to the best game in the Warhammer 40,000 universe not only boasts updated graphics but also allows you to play as the Necron race. It depends solely on the player's mood whether they will steal and craft in the name of the Omnissiah or destroy all living things for the dynasty of skeletal robots.
A Worthy Successor to Great Ancestors! Preview of the Domestic Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era
Unfrozen, our developers, face a titanic task - they have taken on the continuation of the Heroes of Might and Magic series. Most games in the series are cult classics, and Olden Era will have to try hard not to incur the wrath of the extensive fan base. Everything we saw in the demo says: the developers know what they are doing. But not all of their decisions seem reasonable.
(18+) Disgusting - Just Like Modern Disney! Bad Cheese Horror Review
Bad Cheese attracts attention with its disgusting shell. Here, familiar cartoon characters are maximally disfigured and frighten the main character in every possible way. It's a pity that the gameplay is not as well thought out!
Not Worth a Penny - A Scathing Review of the Subpar Horror Game Bendy: Lone Wolf
Bendy: Lone Wolf is appealing due to its unusual appearance. Moreover, the developers have already proven their ability to create good games, having released at least 6 games in the Bendy franchise. However, a closer acquaintance with this, dare I say, shoddy piece of work immediately makes you want to end the date as quickly as possible and get your money back.
Beloved Classic in a New Guise? Is the Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition Remaster Worth Playing?
The remaster of the classic returns the beloved strategy series to a grim universe where war never ends. The player will once again be able to control diverse armies to achieve dominance over other factions - now in 4K resolution and with many modern improvements. Or not? A little late, we figure out how good the Dawn of War remaster is.
![A Huge Scope for Role-Playing. A Review of the Turn-Based Strategy Endless Legend 2 [Early Access]](https://media.ixbt.games/fit-in/256x/ixbt-data/750262/01K5P0E4BVCYXR3A37FPR0R5CR.jpg)
A Huge Scope for Role-Playing. A Review of the Turn-Based Strategy Endless Legend 2 [Early Access]
Returning to the world of ENDLESS Legend 2, after getting acquainted with the demo, brought many pleasant and not-so-pleasant surprises. New participants have joined the overall race for survival, and many shortcomings have been fixed. But it is still not possible to call the game perfect.
It Will Only Hurt for the First 30 Hours. A Review of the Metroidvania Hollow Knight: Silksong
Thanks to the efforts of fans, Hollow Knight: Silksong has become one of the most anticipated games. The craftsmen from Team Cherry have been working on it for many years, and the result did not disappoint. The player will be greeted by a magnificent visual style and polished gameplay, but progress through the story will come at a price of sweat and tears.
Prehistoric showdown on a galactic scale. Primal Planet Metroidvania Review
In Primal Planet, the player takes on the role of the head of a caveman family. Not only do you have to survive dinosaur attacks every day, but aliens have also started raiding. You'll have to try hard to harm their advanced technology with your primitive weapons.
Will "New Blood" Restore the Series' Honor? What Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War 4 Promises
The release of Warhammer 40000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition turned out to be not just a nod to the classics, but also a signal for a potential revival of the series. And so it happened - a direct sequel was announced at Gamescom 2025! The new game is being developed not by Relic Entertainment, but by KING art, famous for the strategy game Iron Harvest. We have gathered the information currently available to speculate on what the game might be like in the end.
Situation Gets Tense! Review of the Sixth Episode of Amazing Digital Circus
The sixth episode of the popular YouTube show Amazing Digital Circus tests the combat skills of the participants to the fullest. All the heroes of the virtual world are armed to the teeth and allowed to destroy each other. However, it is the violence that helped the heroes look at themselves from a new perspective - even those who exist because of violence.
What Do Players Want? Review of the Fifth Episode of the Amazing Digital Circus Animated Series
The fifth episode of the popular YouTube show Amazing Digital Circus changes the usual formula. Previously, artificial intelligence selected entertainment for the wards and viewers watching the events. This time, the right to choose passed to the people. What came of it? Find out in our review!
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Brutal Parody! Brutal John 2 Boomer-Shooter Review [Early Access]
Brutal John 2 successfully takes inspiration from many classic shooters - it's a straightforward game that doesn't even try to be serious. At the same time, it is well-developed, although some of its mechanics need refinement.
Cut and Sterilized for the Whole Family. A Selection of Censored "Adult Games" from Kagura Games
What to do if the characters in "adult games" behave frankly? If an unmarried couple shows interest in each other? Or even worse - a married couple? Kagura Games has found the answer to this question - the publisher has cut out all the inappropriate content at the root! And in this collection, we have gathered the safest "adult games" that even your grandmother will appreciate.
How Movie Studios See Us: A Selection of Films Starring Players or Characters Under Their Control
For more than a decade, the virtual entertainment market has continued to grow and expand. Full-fledged films are being made based on game worlds: Mortal Kombat, Mario, Prince of Persia, and even World of Warcraft! But some directors have gone further and made the players the main characters. Did they manage to shoot something worthwhile in the end, or were these just another attempt to cash in on popular trends? Find out in our selection.
![Damn this game! Review of the roguelike "He Is Coming" [Early Access]](https://media.ixbt.games/fit-in/256x/https://ixbt.online/gametech/covers/2025/07/09/nova-filepond-6fkTjK.jpg)
Damn this game! Review of the roguelike "He Is Coming" [Early Access]
We noticed He Is Coming at the Steam "Games to Be" festival. It is a remarkably fascinating game, with a wide variety of ways to play through, which was not without its drawbacks. By the time it was released in early access, He Is Coming had acquired even more features, but the problems have not gone away yet.
"Insect" vs. AI in the best possible scenario? System Shock 2: Anniversary Remaster Review
For the 25th anniversary of System Shock 2, Nightdive Studios has delighted fans with an updated version of the cult game. The studio has already released a stunning remake of the original System Shock, but the sequel has undergone far fewer changes. Was it worth significantly reworking the sequel, or was the decision to "not touch what isn't broken" the right one? We'll tell you in this review!
Scary is better, but that's not the main thing here. Review of the horror Five Nights at Freddy's: Secret of the Mimic
The new creation of Steel Wool studio continues the legacy of Scott Cawthon - the creator of the famous Five Nights at Freddy's universe. The new game has returned to the tradition of scaring players, and the main enemy is now the sinister Mimic, who is able to put on the mask of any animatronic.