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GamingBolt - All PlayStation Platforms Ranked from Worst to Best
Added 35 Views / 0 LikesPlayStation is arguably the most consistent brand in video gaming history. It has dominated the market since its entry, and it's earned this domination thanks to a savvy understanding of what the audience in this market wants, a proactive attitude towards securing its dominant position even at the expense of short term profits, and, most importantly, tons of bangers and great games for all its systems. But when you spend 30 years doing anything, you'l
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GamingBolt - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom vs Breath of the Wild - 16 HUGE Differences
Added 30 Views / 0 LikesAfter first being teased at E3 2019, without an official name, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will release on May 12th for the Switch. As a sequel to the critically and commercially acclaimed Breath of the Wild, which reimagined the modern open-world formula, it introduces several new mechanics to the established formula. Considering how well its predecessor holds up, what are some of the biggest differences fans can look forward to in the
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GamingBolt - 10 Hardest Platforming Games That Will Test Your Precision and Timing
Added 28 Views / 0 LikesToo much of a challenge in a game can put many people off, but for many, that's something that can elevate an experience to completely new heights. There are, of course, a variety of games from multiple developers and across different genres that cater to that particular audience, and one genre in particular where we get that quite often is platformers. From 2D sidescrollers to 3D experiences, this is a genre where those looking for a game that will p
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GamingBolt - Xbox Has Forgotten What Matters Most...The GAMES
Added 25 Views / 0 LikesIn the coming months and years, Xbox will have to go through a period of self reflection and rebuilding, and I imagine they will have to decide how best to proceed in the market from here on out. I wish them all the luck (because I really do want them to do well), but they need to understand the centrality of games to this whole exercise - games need to be at the center of everything they do, and they need to design what informs and guides their engag
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GamingBolt - Final Fantasy 16 vs Final Fantasy 15 - 15 BIGGEST DIFFERENCES
Added 28 Views / 0 LikesAs the first mainline title since 2016's Final Fantasy 15, it's generated endless amounts of hype throughout the years, which has reached a fever pitch in recent months. But how does it compare to Final Fantasy 15, which also took liberties with the norms when it launched back in the day? Let's look at 15 of the biggest differences you should know about.
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GamingBolt - The Full Story of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild - Before You Play Tears of the Kingdom
Added 33 Views / 0 LikesTears of the Kingdom is being positioned as the direct sequel to 2017's The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, starring the same Link and Zelda, and picking up where its predecessor's events left off. As such, here, we're going to take a look at the events of Breath of the Wild and recap its full story in preparation of its sequel's looming launch.
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08:03
GamingBolt - 10 Single Player Games That Should NEVER Go Open World
Added 31 Views / 0 LikesWe absolutely love open world games here at GamingBolt, and we're far from being alone in that. From the level of freedom they promise to the amount of content they deliver, there's plenty to love about them- or, well, at least when they're well designed, that is. At the same time though, we're also firm believers that there are certain games and certain types of experiences that absolutely should not be open world. Either because of their pacing, the
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GamingBolt - 14 GAME-BREAKING GLITCHES You Won't Believe Actually Happened
Added 29 Views / 0 LikesBugs and glitches are an unfortunate reality in video games. You could blame it on QA – when the reality is that most are overworked and outright ignored, even when critical issues are highlighted repeatedly – but even the most polished games can have issues. Let's look at 14 game-breaking glitches you won't believe happened and how they affected one's progress.
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GamingBolt - 15 Recent Graphically Stunning Unreal Engine 5 Demos YOU NEED TO CHECK OUT
Added 35 Views / 0 LikesUnreal Engine 5 continues to bestow artists Worldwide with the tools to craft massively detailed worlds. It seems, at this stage, the only limit to its capability rests with the artist’s imagination, as UE5’s principal innovations – it’s capability for efficiently rendering huge geometric detail, it’s immersive dynamic lighting, and most recently it’s new framework for animating human emotions – are leading to some jaw dropping demonstrations. Thumbna
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GamingBolt - Street Fighter 6 - 15 Things You ABSOLUTELY NEED TO KNOW Before You Buy
Added 29 Views / 0 LikesIt's been many years since the launch of Street Fighter 5, and we're now at the point where series fans are itching for a completely new entry to dive into. Luckily enough, one is right around the corner. Street Fighter 6 has generated a massive amount of excitement with each passing day pretty much since it was announced, made more intense by how impressive the game has looked in all that the developer has shown of it so far. Heading into its releas
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GamingBolt - 10 Best Horror Games With Hack and Slash Elements To Satisfy Your Inner Savage
Added 29 Views / 0 LikesHack and slash action is ostensibly melee-orientated, with close combat gameplay invariably utilizing an arsenal of blades, swords, axes, and bludgeoning blunt objects in rapid fire action which generally requires less strategy and more a focus on hyper violence. Due to the close quarter nature of hack and slash, this combat type works really well within the realms of horror; especially gory, bloody, action horror games, where getting up close and per
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GamingBolt - This Upcoming Hack and Slash Will Quench Your Thirst for Metal Gear Rising 2
Added 26 Views / 0 LikesHack and slash games used to be all the rage back in the sixth and seventh console generations, and fans of the genre would obviously have fond memories of expressing themselves through the fluid combat systems found in games like Metal Gear Rising among a slew of other similar titles. While we do get the occasional sequel to popular IPs and surprise releases like Solstice, there's still a huge gap for such games in the modern gaming landscape. Indie
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GamingBolt - 10 Things Games RARELY DO
Added 25 Views / 0 LikesTrends come and go in gaming, which can also apply to gameplay mechanics. Some things that were dominant years ago may not be as popular today. That's not always bad, though – it also means that certain shady practices are less common now, if not extinct. Let's look at ten things that games rarely do nowadays, and why.
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07:06
GamingBolt - LEGO 2K Drive - 13 Things You NEED TO KNOW Before You Buy
Added 25 Views / 0 LikesFor about two decades now, LEGO games have stuck to a very particular formula, and though that formula has obviously seen some changes and evolutions over the years, usually, you know exactly what you're in for when it comes to a LEGO game. That, however, looks like it's going to change in the future- starting with LEGO 2K Drive. Developed by Visual Concepts of NBA 2K and WWE 2K fame, LEGO 2K Drive will see the developer combining the beloved license
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GamingBolt - 5 PS5 Trophies That Are Crushingly DIFFICULT
Added 30 Views / 0 LikesTrophies are mementos of the many feats of skill a gamer has showcased to date, and it also doubles as a checklist of things to do should you want to achieve 100% completion of any game. Some trophies are pretty easy to obtain, but some can require extraneous amounts of pure skill, luck, or time to get. Today we are presenting 5 more additions as a follow up to that video.
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GamingBolt - Why Street Fighter 6 May Be One of the BIGGEST Games of the Year
Added 28 Views / 0 LikesWe've talked about a fighting game renaissance, but Street Fighter 6 feels like a reinvigoration for the franchise. It simultaneously pushes new combat mechanics and features while retaining the classic feel and values that appeal to long-time fans. The characters all look incredible, and the sheer depth of their kits, to say nothing of the production values behind their visuals and animations, is something to behold.
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GamingBolt - Why Final Fantasy 16 Will be One of the Biggest Games of the Year
Added 33 Views / 0 LikesBy the time Final Fantasy 16 launches, it will have been nearly seven years since the launch of the series' last new numbered entry, though honestly, given how Final Fantasy 15 went, it feels like it's been a lot longer since we last got a new mainline instalment in the franchise. If, however, FF16 can make good on all of the lofty promises it has made so far – and it sure looks like it may do just that – then surely it's going to be worth the long wa
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GamingBolt - 15 Last-Gen Games Can Still Rival Current-Gen Games Graphically
Added 26 Views / 0 LikesWhile performance issues are nothing new in today's games, it's interesting seeing the jump in visual quality. Titles like Returnal, Horizon Forbidden West and Forza Horizon 5, all showcase the sheer power of current-gen hardware. But looking back at previous-gen games, especially some which never received upgrades for the newer hardware, it's crazy how some could easily rival the current crop. Let's look at 15 last-gen titles that fall into that cate
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GamingBolt - EVERYTHING WRONG With Redfall
Added 32 Views / 0 LikesRedfall feels like Arkane's Anthem moment. Here's a studio that has made a name of itself as one of the best developers in a specific genre, but has, for some reason, decided to veer completely off track to chase a few trends. Arkane's new open world looter shooter loses so much of what the developer's best games have always been known for, an issue that is exacerbated by the fact that the new things it does attempt, it doesn't really succeed at. Red
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GamingBolt - 10 Beginners Tips And Tricks Redfall DOESN'T TELL YOU
Added 30 Views / 0 LikesAfter establishing itself as the top dog in the immersive sim genre, with Redfall, Arkane trying its hand at open world looter shooter games, and though the result isn't as successful as the studio's past outings, there's some fun to be had here nonetheless. It is, of course, also a game that's got plenty going on that players will want to keep track of while playing, so if you're planning on diving into its offerings, here, we've compiled a few begin
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GamingBolt - Hogwarts Legacy PS4 And Xbox One - 15 Things You Need To Know Before You Buy
Added 32 Views / 0 LikesThe month is full of new releases, but it also sees Portkey Games' Hogwarts Legacy finally coming to Xbox One and PS4. As one of the most successful games this year, what can fans on previous-gen consoles expect when it releases on May 5th? Let's take a closer look.
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GamingBolt - The Last Case of Benedict Fox Review - The Final Verdict
Added 25 Views / 0 LikesThere’s something wildly thoughtful and provocative about The Last Case of Benedict Fox. You’ll find it within this wondrous 2.5D platformer’s beautiful world that is oozing life despite death being front and center. It only wavers in its messy combat experiences with the shadow forces of limbo. Despite this particular fault, there’s still plenty to love.
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GamingBolt - What The Hell Happened To REDFALL?
Added 31 Views / 0 LikesBy now, you would've seen several reviews for Arkane's Redfall. The co-op looter shooter is now available on Xbox Series X/S and PC after reportedly over five years in development (if LinkedIn profiles are anything to go by). A quick peek at its Metacritic reveals a Metascore of 64 on PC out of 38 reviews, while the Xbox version has a 59 Metascore based on 29 reviews. Steam hasn't been too kind either – it's sitting a “Mostly Negative” rating based on
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GamingBolt - Redfall Review - Huge Disappointment
Added 28 Views / 0 LikesRedfall feels entirely out of character for Arkane, a studio that has always prided itself on developing unique, systemically dense games that provide experiences that have almost no peers in the medium. While it does retain hints of the studio's formula, it dilutes it too much with rote and uninspired gameplay and design choices, resulting in a blend that feels like it's neither here nor there. Then you have the technical and control issues, which fu
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GamingBolt - Redfall Xbox Series X Graphics Analysis - A Next-Gen Showcase?
Added 30 Views / 0 LikesArkane Austin of the recent Prey game fame has made a return with Redfall, a co-op first person shooter that features brutal vampire slaying against the backdrop of this quaint island of the same name. While Redfall might be about working together to keep off hordes of vampires from eating your squad up, Arkane’s open ended ability-based gameplay continues to influence the game, and this is most evident in the many special talents of each of the playa
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GamingBolt - 10 Recent Boss Battles THAT GAVE THE FIGHT OF YOUR LIFE
Added 26 Views / 0 LikesThere have been some rough boss fights in recent memory, whether it's story bosses requiring a tacit understanding of mechanics or optional bosses that feel straight-up unfair. While there's fun in the challenge itself, these bosses were simply overwhelming, even if they eventually fell. Let's look at ten recent bosses that made you work for that win.
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GamingBolt - 11 NEW Games Of May 2023 To Look Forward To [PS5, Xbox Series X | S, PC]
Added 32 Views / 0 LikesThe year has already been massive for gaming, with releases like Hogwarts Legacy, Dead Space Remake, and more making their mark. However, May is looking to be the biggest yet, thanks to first-party console exclusives, long-awaited sequels and yes, another remake. It even has what may be the most anticipated game of the last few years. There's much more to indulge in, so don't worry. Let's look at the 11 big games launching next month.
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GamingBolt - Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak PS5 Review - The Final Verdict
Added 32 Views / 0 LikesThe one thing that the Monster Hunter Rise lacks is a notable story. Sure, a story exists. But the game is centered around the action and the journey and less about the details that allegedly brought it all into existence. Characters are often one-note without any significant meaning or depth. Despite, Sunbreak adding a host of new characters, it doesn’t really mean much in the end other than you have some partners to take with you on Follower Collab
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GamingBolt - The Lords of the Rings Gollum - 12 Things You NEED TO KNOW Before You Buy
Added 27 Views / 0 LikesGollum might be one of the most popular and recognizable characters in The Lord of the Rings, but you wouldn't think many developers would think of building an entire game with him as the playable protagonist. Daedalic Entertainment's The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is promising exactly that, and owing to that premise, it has piqued the curiosity of quite a few people- fans of Middle-earth in particular. After a couple of delays, the game is not long aw
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GamingBolt - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor PS5 Graphics Analysis - How Big of A Leap Is It?
Added 40 Views / 0 LikesEA did a surprisingly fantastic job with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and in doing so - delivered a game that players deserved. The game’s foundation of ideas and mechanics were ripe to be built upon, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is here to do just that. It’s a worthy sequel that expands the scope of the original in meaningful ways, and exploring this vast map while engaging with the dual saber combat is a fun time. But how does the game fare on a te
