Aphelion: Surviving the Frozen World

Aphelion Overlooking the Base

When DON’T NOD first unveiled Aphelion, it felt like the studio was stepping into uncharted territory—literally and creatively. Known for emotionally charged narrative adventures, the team pivoted toward a cinematic sci‑fi survival experience set on a newly discovered ninth planet at the edge of our solar system. The result is a game that blends grounded … Read moreAphelion: Surviving the Frozen World

Turn off Starfield Dialogue Camera Zoom

Starfield Dialogue Camera Off no zoom in at Trackers Alliance HQ

Starfield is a game built on freedom—freedom to explore, to build, to align with factions, and to shape your character’s place in the Settled Systems. Turning off the Starfield dialogue camera is just another form of that freedom. It lets the game breathe, lets conversations feel more natural, and gives players control over how they … Read moreTurn off Starfield Dialogue Camera Zoom

Chants of Sennaar is a Linguist Adventure

Chants of Sennaar top of the tower with all the groups

During one of my many breaks from Grounded, I started and finished Chants of Sennaar. A coworker recommended it not too long before it hit Game Pass, so it was perfect timing. The concept of trying to unravel the mysteries of the game via translating the languages interested me. Over the hours it took to … Read moreChants of Sennaar is a Linguist Adventure

Dave the Diver is Deep with Depth

Dave the Diver title screen on Steam Deck

I actually started playing Dave the Diver before Starfield came out, but Starfield obviously distracted me. When I spent time in a waiting room or with my wife’s head laying on me, then I’d grab my Steam Deck and play some Dave the Diver. Once I finished Starfield, Moss Book 2 and then Arizona Sunshine … Read moreDave the Diver is Deep with Depth

Hi-Fi Rush Game Pass Shadow Drop

Hi-Fi Rush Game Pass Chai with 808 Korsica and Macaron

By now the surprise is over and everyone knows Microsoft and Tango Gameworks shadow dropped Hi-Fi Rush on Game Pass. With mountains of marketing for upcoming games, it’s very rare for a game to announce and drop the same day. What’s even more is the game is actually good and that’s coming from someone who … Read moreHi-Fi Rush Game Pass Shadow Drop