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Star Fox Remake's Falco Embodies the Toxic Online Gamer, One Viral Clip Suggests

A compilation of Falco Lombardi's dialogue in the new Star Fox game has drawn comparisons to aggressive, uncooperative players in modern online multiplayer titles.

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Young Male Gamers Twice as Likely to Believe Conspiracy Theories, UK Study Suggests

A report indicates that young men who play video games frequently are more susceptible to believing conspiracy theories than the general UK population.

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Old School RuneScape Featured in Phoebe Bridgers' 'Lost Boys' Music Video

The iconic MMORPG makes an unexpected appearance in the latest music video from the Grammy-nominated artist.

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White House Destiny 2 Meme Sparks Outrage Amidst Bungie Layoffs

An AI-generated image of Donald Trump as a Destiny 2 character, posted by the White House, has drawn widespread criticism for its insensitivity on the same day Bungie announced significant layoffs.

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Cape Fear Episode 5 Stalls With Mid-Season-itis Despite Strong Performances

The latest episode of Apple TV+'s thriller delivers bizarre moments but falters in plot progression.

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The Tyranny of Tactical Rocks in Miniature Wargaming

Games Workshop's penchant for elevating miniatures on rubble is a decade-long aesthetic misstep that needs to end.

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Grand Theft Auto VI's Visual Fidelity Could Make Virtual Photography Its Most Compelling Feature

New details suggest Rockstar's upcoming title may excel as a canvas for player-created imagery.

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Brad Pitt's "Fury" Available Free on Pluto TV, Offering More Than Just Tank Battles

David Ayer's 2014 war film, known for its intense combat, is lauded for a poignant scene exploring the human cost of prolonged warfare.

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Why Nintendo Keeps Returning to Star Fox 64

The enduring appeal of Nintendo's space combat classic lies not in its plot, but in how its design encourages deep familiarity and revisitation.