Looking to get into vintage JRPGs for the first time? Perhaps you discovered how great the genre is with Persona 5 or Final Fantasy XVI and are interested in delving into its roots. Or perhaps you were a fan of action games when you were younger, but now that you’re…
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If you’re new to the genre of Japanese role-playing games (JRPGs), you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer variety and complexity of these games. But don’t worry, the genre is much easier to get going than you might realise. Here are some quick tips for getting going for the first…
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In the realm of video games, characters serve as the vibrant heart of immersive storytelling, capturing our hearts and imaginations with their diverse traits and qualities. Among these characters, certain individuals stand out for their striking beauty, embodying not only visual aesthetics but also depth of character and cultural resonance.…
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We are now half way through 2023 (wow has time flown by), and as we like to do at DDNet, we’ve decided to go back through everything that has been released this year so far, and pick out our favourites. What a year it has been! These eleven below are…
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It hasn’t taken that long for visual novels to go from one of the most niche genres of all to being something that has a genuine and growing audience behind it. Where once we might get one or two efforts to localise one in a year, now dozens of these…
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From exaggerated physics and revealing outfits to intimate interactions and suggestive themes, these games push the boundaries of conventional gaming norms without actually slipping into the realm of adult gaming. When you play these, brace yourselves for a journey through provocative narratives, over-the-top character designs, and gameplay mechanics that prioritise…
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The PlayStation Plus Deluxe service launched with a lot of very big games. From Sony’s massive blockbuster catalogue, to some of the biggest games from Ubisoft, 2K Games, Rockstar and others, you’re more than covered if you’re a fan of the big games. However, people keep telling me that one…
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We are now halfway through the year! As we usually do at DDNet, this means it’s time to back through the year that was so far, and list out the top highlights of the year to date. Overall, it has been one of the best years in gaming so far. …
Read MoreList by Matt S.I’m a big fan of itch.io for the freedom and open platform that it allows for developers to be creative, experimental, and directly canvas the audience for feedback for games that are not yet ready for primetime on Steam and its ilk. In addition, itch.io allows you…
Read MoreList by Matt S.I’m a big fan of itch.io for the freedom and open platform that it allows for developers to be creative, experimental, and directly canvas the audience for feedback for games that are not yet ready for primetime on Steam and its ilk. In addition, itch.io allows you…
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