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Dreams Wants to Make Game Developers of Us All, And I'm Convinced It's Working

Dreams has scope unlike any other creation-focused game before it.

By Caty McCarthy 04/17/2019 3

Dreams Community Jam - The Current Community Jam Project in Dreams

This is our guide to the current Community Jam project in Dreams, as set by Media Molecule.

By Hirun Cryer 04/17/2019

Dreams Beginner's Guide - How to Get Started in Dreams

This is our complete beginner's guide for Media Molecule's Dreams, which is in early access right now.

By Hirun Cryer 04/17/2019

Dreams' Top Creators Share Their Expert Tips in Creating Levels, Games, and Worlds

Some of the biggest early creators in Dreams impart wisdom for new players.

By Hirun Cryer 04/16/2019 1

Dreams Early Access - How to Enter the Dreams PS4 Early Access

Here's our guide on everything we need to know about the Dreams Creators early access phase, including how you can get access to the beta, and more.

By Hirun Cryer 04/16/2019

Heaven's Vault Review

Digging up a long lost history.

By Caty McCarthy 04/16/2019 4

2nd Tetris 99 Maximus Cup Changes the Rules So More Players Have a Shot at Winning

Becoming a Tetris champion is easier than ever.

By Matt Kim 04/12/2019

Hearthstone Rise of Shadows New Cards, Factions, Single-Player - Hearthstone Expansion Guide

All the details on the Hearthstone Rise of Shadows expansion, out now for Blizzard's card battling game.

By USgamer Team 04/12/2019

Hitman 2 Promises New Bank and Resort Locations Among 2019's Raft of Content Updates

IO Interactive is just getting started on Hitman 2.

By Mike Williams 04/11/2019

Best Video Games for Kids - Best Kids PS4 Games, Family Xbox One Games, Child-Friendly Switch Games

If your children are starting to show an interest in video games, this list of family-friendly games should be on your shopping list.

By Tom Orry 04/10/2019 1

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Review

On the Wright side of the law.

By Hirun Cryer 04/09/2019 11

Snapchat Bets Big On Games With New In-App Multiplayer Games

Snapchat announces its new games initiative, Snap Games.

By Caty McCarthy 04/04/2019

Sam Barlow Takes Us Inside Telling Lies, His Star-Studded Follow-Up to Her Story

Director and writer Sam Barlow breaks down his new mega-ambitious game, Telling Lies.

By Caty McCarthy 03/27/2019 2

Her Story Creator's New Game, Telling Lies, Has a Teaser Trailer

Find the first details for Sam Barlow's Telling Lies here.

By Caty McCarthy 03/27/2019

Xbox Game Pass Gets More Games in March, Plus Two April Titles Revealed

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Vampyr, and more are arriving before March breathes its last.

By Nadia Oxford 03/20/2019

"I Want to be Treated by My Audience Like a Human Being:" Developers Bennett Foddy and Zach Gage on Why Game Credits are Important

In an era of corporate homogenization, credits matter more than ever.

By Caty McCarthy 03/18/2019

The Best Games of 2019 (So Far)

Our ongoing list of what we believe are the best games of 2019 across PS4, Xbox One, PC, Switch, and Mobile.

By USgamer Team 03/18/2019 6

You Can Win Prizes by Playing Tetris 99 This Weekend

Kid Icarus and StarTropics are also this month's NES Classics.

By Matt Kim 03/05/2019 2

March's Free PS Plus Games Includes the Coveted Standalone Version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered

There's also The Witness, but no PS3 or Vita games.

By Matt Kim 02/27/2019 6

Insane Tetris 99 Highlights From Players Better Than You'll Ever Be

We can only aspire to their Tetris prowess.

By Matt Kim 02/20/2019

Tetris 99 is the Crucible That Will Make You a Better Tetris Player

Tetris' semi-dormant competitive side emerges again.

By Kat Bailey 02/19/2019 5

Tetris 99 Tips

There's a new battle royale game on the block. Here's how to win at Tetris 99.

By Jake Green 02/19/2019 4

Catherine: Full Body Heats Things Up in September

Prepare yourself for a blizzard of unseasonable warmth.

By Nadia Oxford 02/14/2019

Catherine: Full Body Spoilers Leaked Online, and The Twists are Truly Strange

Major plot spoilers for Rin's storyline.

By Matt Kim 02/08/2019 5

Wargroove Guide - All the Essential Wargroove Wargroove Guide - All the Essential Wargroove Tips, How to Skip Battle Animations

Here's all the essential tips that you need to know for delving into Wargroove, as well as a complete beginner's guide.

By Hirun Cryer 02/01/2019

Nintendo Announces Dr. Mario World Smartphone Puzzle Game

A new Nintendo puzzle game for smartphones.

By Matt Kim 01/31/2019 2

The Best Mobile Games for iOS and Android

From smartphones to tablets, these are the best games you can get on your iOS and Android devices.

By USgamer Team 01/20/2019 14

New Catherine: Full Body Trailer is Chock Full of Blood and New Story Content

Gets the blood going.

By Matt Kim 01/18/2019 1

Game Freak's Giga Wrecker Gets Another Chance on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4

Bend trash to your will on consoles as well as PC.

By Nadia Oxford 01/17/2019 2

Official Detective Pikachu Deer Stalker Hat is Ridiculously Cute

Pick up your missing father's trail while looking adorable, or just don't bother at all.

By Nadia Oxford 01/17/2019

The Games That Are Probably Not Coming Out in 2019

Sorry to be an agent of reality checks.

By Caty McCarthy 01/04/2019 15

Tetris Effect Review

World of color.

By Caty McCarthy 11/09/2018 9

The Gardens Between Review

Be kind, rewind.

By Caty McCarthy 09/19/2018

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker on Switch's Best Level is a Return to New Donk City

The other three Super Mario Odyssey-themed levels are a disappointment though.

By Caty McCarthy 07/11/2018 4

Hitman 2's Single Release Means "More Varied" Post-Launch Content

The change in release means that there will be more challenges and contracts coming your way.

By Mike Williams 06/12/2018

Sushi Striker, Switch's Charming Local Multiplayer Puzzler, is Available Today on eShop

A fun multiplayer game to tide you over until Smash Bros.

By Kat Bailey 06/08/2018

Sushi Striker Could be the Next Great Local Multiplayer Game on Switch

Hilarious art and intense puzzle action make this one to watch.

By Kat Bailey 04/06/2018 2

A Fitness Belt is All That's Needed to Appreciate Lumines Remastered's Trance Vibration on Switch

We truly live in the future.

By Kat Bailey 03/22/2018 6

Catherine Remastered for PS4 and Vita With A Brand-New "Catherine"

Atlus' odd Catherine gets a remaster for this generation.

By Mike Williams 12/19/2017 12

The Newest Portal Game is Actually a Bridge Constructor Spin-off

Remember Portal? It's back, in Bridge Constructor Form.

By Matt Kim 12/06/2017 2

Battle Chef Brigade Review: A Deliciously Crafted Puzzle

Trinket Studios hits on a unique style of game, all about cooking monsters.

By Mike Williams 11/20/2017 3

Hitman's First New Content Won't Be Season 2

Hitman is showing off its first post-Square Enix content on October 24.

By Mike Williams 10/06/2017

I Wish Picross S Utilized the Switch's Touch Screen

Gone is the stylus-driven beauty of Picross.

By Caty McCarthy 10/04/2017 13

This Mario Puzzle Could be the Dark Souls of Puzzles

Red rum.

By Matt Kim 07/13/2017 8

Danger Zone Is a Small, Smashing Diversion Recalling Burnout's Crash Mode

Three Fields Entertainment offers up an early look at the game we all wanted.

By Mike Williams 05/17/2017

Lady Layton Gets a New Name, Mobile Version Coming Worldwide on July 20

Layton’s Mystery Journey will launch in Japan on 3DS, but if you can't wait, Android and iOS have you covered.

By Mike Williams 04/14/2017 6

Snake Pass Review

Sumo Digital tries something different with its newest title.

By Mike Williams 03/31/2017 16

Snipperclips: Cut It Out, Together! Review

The Nintendo Switch puzzler never wants you to play alone.

By Mike Williams 03/16/2017 7

Puyo Puyo Tetris Coming To Switch and PS4 In April [Update]

Our long national Puyo Puyo drought is almost at an end.

By Mike Williams 02/08/2017 13

Candy Crush Soda Saga: How to Spread Jam, How to Use Swedish Fish, and Other Hints and Tips

Here's how to spread jam and use Swedish fish in Candy Crush Soda Saga, as well as other tips, tricks, and hints.

By Nadia Oxford 08/24/2016 1