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In an age where most video games tend to get ported or remastered at some point, there’s a dizzying array of PS2 games that still haven’t been released on modern platforms, even if they were released on other platforms at the time. In a couple of rare cases as well, they’ve been available on PC at some point but are now extremely difficult to find and make work, or have been delisted entirely. With that out of the way, let’s take a look at 10 PS2 games that are regrettably stuck on old hardware.   1. The Simpsons: Hit And…

Story Highlight Marvel Rivals publisher NetEase launched a new hero shooter, FragPunk, which has shaken the genre. The entry hit over 113k daily active players during its first week, with current players around 50k.  The game innovates on the traditional hero shooter mechanics to craft an absurd yet exhilarating experience. NetEase has been making the rounds for its popular hero shooter, Marvel Rivals, which launched last year. However, now the publisher has whipped up another entry in the genre that combines traditional gameplay with rogue-lite mechanics to make every round unique.  FragPunk has now hit over 113K daily active players during…

Fortnite patch 34.10 is here for update 4.59. One of the coolest new additions to the game is that gamers can play soccer in Lego Fortnite. MLB fans will also be happy to see that Shohei Ohtani is playable in the game too.Check out the official patch notes down below. Batter up! Just in time for the beginning of the MLB season, Shohei Ohtani is giving this whole Fortnite thing a swing as he joins the Icon Series. Take “#17” aboard your Locker when his Outfits and accessories enter the Shop at 8 PM ET on March… 17! Think you’re ready for…

The Sims 4 is a life simulator in which players can create unique Sims, build homes and venues, and tell stories. Death is a part of Sims’ lives, and whether it happens by accident or if they reach the end of their lifespans, Sims will eventually pass on to the other side. If Sims die indoors in The Sims 4, their bodies will turn into an urn. If players want to build a cemetery or don’t want to have to keep their Sim’s remains inside their home, they can turn their urns into gravestones. Here’s a complete guide on how…

You’ll need firecell stones to forge weapons like the Paladin Lance and armor like the Damascus Greaves.Our Monster Hunter Wilds guide will tell you where to find firecell stones and how to collect them.Where to find firecell stones in Monster Hunter WildsFirecell stones come from mining outcrops. Mining outcrops can be found anywhere, but only the ones in Oilwell Basin have a chance to give you firecell stones.Mining outcrops appear on your map with a blue icon. Open your map and hit right on the D-pad twice. Scroll down through the filter to look for mining outcrops, use left and…

Core Keeper’s first major update Bags & Blasts, launches as a free update on all platforms on Monday, March 10th.The update includes a new biome, new skill trees, new bomb types, a complete inventory overhaul, new boss fights, and more. Related: Core Keeper ReviewHere is the overview provided to us by the developers, along with the new trailer and image gallery. Overview:Available to all Core Keeper players on console and PC, the Bags & Blasts update introduces a brand-new area to explore, an explosive new skill tree to max out, game-changing quality-of-life improvements and one of Core Keeper’s biggest boss fights…

AMD just debuted its new FidelityFX Super Resolution 4 (FSR 4) upscaling tech on the latest Radeon RX 9070 and 9070 Ti GPUs, and it sounds like it might not be limited PCs. According to a new Digital Foundry interview with Mark Cerny, some version of FSR 4 will make it into the PlayStation 5 Pro via a software update rather than new hardware.”Our target is to have something very similar to FSR 4’s upscaler available on PS5 Pro for 2026 titles as the next evolution of PSSR,” Cerny tells Digital Foundry. The PS5 Pro’s PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR)…

Developed and published by Happy Broccoli Games, Duck Detective: The Secret Salami is a point-and-click indie- adventure game. The game dives headfirst into the detective genre with an irresistible blend of charm, humor, and noir vibes.Released for iOS , Nintendo Switch and Microsoft Windows on May 23, 2024, the game takes a familiar mystery setup and gives a delightful twist—you’re not just any hard-boiled detective but a literal duck.Yet, beneath its feather-light premise lies a surprisingly heartfelt story. A story carefully wrapped in clever writing, engaging characters, and an endearing art style that keeps you hooked from start to finish.Bearbus- The…

Alright, back to the visual novel gulag. I’ve avoided them for a while but this one at least feels historic, in a sense. Never 7: The End of Infinity originally released in 2000 in Japan and was previously only available to Westerners via a fan translation. Now KID’s effort has been remastered for today’s consoles and with an official English version. The story takes place during a summer seminar on a remote island. Makoto Ishihara is with a handful of other teens intending to spend their time relaxing. He’s there because he’s spent most of his time being a…

2 0 Read Time:1 Minute, 27 SecondTeased all the way back on MAR10 Day 2024, we finally have full confirmation of a brand new LEGO Mario Kart set. This truly is the best of MAR10 Days! That’s right the full 18+ LEGO Mario & Standard Kart has been unveiled. And yes. It’s amazing.No Shell ZoneIf you’ve got your hands on the recent Mario Kart sets and wanted more, then this will scratch that itch. There isn’t much to say about set 72037, it honestly speaks for itself. This LEGO Mario & Standard Kart is one for Mario lovers and LEGO…