Baldur's Gate 3 composer Borislav 'Bobby' Slavov is coming back for Divinity: 'We wouldn't be able to stop him even if we wanted to'
news Slavov's return was confirmed, twice, during today's AMA.
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Arc Raiders dev on art style, player feedback and the game's "10 year plan" | Developer debrief
Arc Raiders is redefining the extraction shooter after a successful 2025 launch. We sat down with Embark Studios' Art Director Robert Sammelin to discuss the art style of the game, how Embark implements player feedback, and what the future holds in store for Arc Raiders.
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Divinity: Larian Studios on their most ambitious RPG yet | Developer debrief
After setting a new bar for RPGs with Baldur's Gate 3, Larian Studios is working on a new Divinity game, set to be their biggest and most ambitious project yet. At the 2025 Game Awards, we caught up with Swen Vincke, CEO of Larian Studios, Adam Smith, Writing Director, and Chrystal Ding, Lead Writer about the game's announcement, what players can expect, and how far through development they are.
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We tested Valve's NEW hardware: Steam Frame, Steam Machine and Steam Controller | Critical Rig
Valve has announced three new pieces of Steam hardware: the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and a new Steam Controller. PC Gamer's Jacob Ridley was invited out to Valve HQ in Washington to try them out.
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We need to talk about Katamari Damacy
The wacky world of Katamari Damacy has been gracing our screens since 2004 now, but what exactly is it? And why is it's first mainline release after 14 years so significant? This week, I want to talk to you about all things Once Upon a Katamari, and maybe we can keep rolling together.
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FEAR: Still as iconic 20 years later? | Why We Play
Time to switch off the lights, turn up the volume and revisit one of gaming's most iconic horror shooters: F.E.A.R. - First Encounter Assault Recon, which turned 20 in October. Released in 2005, we take a look back at what made Monolith Productions' heart-pounding FPS special, delving into the films that influenced it, the electrifying combat, and its innovative approach to AI.
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Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 has an identity crisis
Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 being released is an achievement in itself. With one of the most disruptive development journeys that a game has ever had, this sequel to such a cult classic had a lot to live up to. PCG's Fraser Brown is here to tell you his thoughts on what is good about the game, where its strengths lie and which aspects left him wanting more.
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Valve spent 2025 ripping apart Deadlock and putting it back together, and it delivered better live service than most live service games
Valve's futuristic MOBA has been figuring itself out on the fly, and I kind of prefer that to a carefully considered roadmap.
The best RPGs on PC
Updated! Discover your next epic adventure with our list of the most essential RPGs you can play on PC right now.
My Arc Raiders 2026 wishlist consists of new mobs, modes, and map conditions
Wishlist New Year, same wishes.
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Seems like everyone forgot the 'Consumer' part of the Consumer Electronics Show this year
CES 2026 Prepare for the worst, hope for the best.
Who asked for this? PC gamers left wondering after AI takes center stage at CES 2026
CES 2026 AI and fears of further price increases have made for a strange CES for gamers.
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Upcoming 2026 games: All the new PC games you won't want to miss, from big hits to hidden gems
Future Proof We're still waiting on a GTA 6 PC release date.
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99 Nights in the Forest—Tips for surviving The Deer, Owl, and Cultist invasions
Forest Ranger Keep your campfire burning and beware of what's lurking in the night.
Best Schedule 1 mixing station recipes to grow your criminal empire
Cooking Learn all the most profitable recipes in this drug-dealing simulation videogame.
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How to get mushrooms in Schedule 1
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Dogpile review: Canine charm elevates this bizarre roguelike deckbuilder about chucking pups in a pit
PIT BULL A scruffy but lovable little stray.
AndaSeat Kaiser 3E XL gaming chair review
Score: 80% A big chair for big gamers, but lacking a few adjustability options in an attempt to cut costs.
Cheap graphics card deals this week
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Minecraft block or luxury paint color? Can you tell which is which?
🎨 Do you know your Glowstone from your Stony Ground? Find out in our quiz!
The best laptop games
Updated Great laptop games can run on low-spec PCs, fit cozily onto smaller screens, and are perfectly playable with a trackpad.
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Arc Raiders' contentious 'aggression-based matchmaking' isn't just smart, but absolutely necessary
NICE What does "skill" even mean in a game where people shoot each other in the back?
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Between bots calling themselves 'Mecha-Hitler' and 95% of businesses realising they don't know the point of AI, 2025 was the year the tech lost its shine even for the most blinkered execs
AI ay ay ay It's gonna change the world. Once we figure out what to do with it and it stops being a Nazi. But after that for sure.
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The demo of Flock Around has made me realise I don't have the skills to be a wildlife photographer, but I'd certainly give it my best shot
Fine feathers Laying my real life binoculars down to rest for the time being.
It's not weird to want a generative AI disclosure on games
Why not? Steam's competitor has criticized its AI disclosure policy as pointless, but if consumers want to know, why shouldn't they?
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What games did you play over the holidays?
HAPPY NEW YEAR One last look back at the Christmas break.
Rockstar still hasn't offered a convincing reason for firing over 30 GTA 6 developers
News Rockstar's alleged union busting has provoked protests and drawn skepticism from legislators.
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All Anime Fighting Simulator: Endless codes for January 2026: Chikara and Yen
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