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Pokémon Legends: Arceus Helps Me Manage My Productivity Obsession
Look, I can’t help how my brain is wired, but I can trick it into relaxing. http://www.wired.com/ -
I’m Embarrassed by How Much I Enjoy Merge Mansion
Mobile games are designed to hook you, and I’ve fallen for it. http://www.wired.com/ -
The Best Games Have the Smartest Learning Curves
Casual gamers tend to avoid really difficult titles (cough, Elden Ring). But dying a lot doesn’t have to be frustrating. ... -
Bugsnax Raises the Question: Do All Games Need to Be Replayable?
Some redos end up turning into a grind. With The Isle of Bigsnax DLC, the oft-overlooked title aims for a ... -
So You’ve Binge-Played the Perfect Game. Now What?
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Elden Ring Isn’t Made for All Gamers. I Wish It Were
The celebrated game has no difficulty modes, guaranteeing it will alienate some players. http://www.wired.com/ -
Horizon Forbidden West Does Open Worlds Right
It’s fun to explore, and looking at the world map doesn’t immediately lead to exhaustion. http://www.wired.com/ -
While You Wait for Horizon Forbidden West, Play Something Weird
Venture out of your comfort zone, maybe even spend time with some dinosaurs. http://www.wired.com/ -
Guardians of the Galaxy Made Me Love Linear Games
Open worlds can be fantastic, but they can also be exhausting. http://www.wired.com/ -
Cozy Grove Saved Me While Stuck on a Train for 35 Hours
Last week’s massive snowstorm in the northeast left me stranded with a toddler. A Nintendo Switch helped us keep our ...