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The Tetris Effect

Some games are so all-consuming they start to change the way we see the rest of the world. Here are just a few examples of The Tetris Effect in action.
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII Full E3 Interview

A full transcription of an E3 interview with the lead developers of Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII.
PlayStation 3 Update 4.45 Bricking Some Consoles

Sony is investigating the issue and has taken the patch offline in the meantime.
Explore, Fight and Go Mad in The Occult Chronicles

An upcoming PC game that promises a combination of turn-based strategy, the Tarot and roguelike mechanics is looking most intriguing.
Dungeons and Dragons Arcade Games are Back

The two Dungeons and Dragons arcade games, Tower of Doom and Shadow over Mystara, have made their grand return to home platforms.
I Shall Give You Endless Earth: An Ar Tonelico Retrospective

JRPG developer Gust may be best-known for its Atelier series, but as Pete discovers, its other franchise Ar Tonelico is well worth exploring too.

Animal Crossing: New Leaf review