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Emerging Genres - Why Rogue-Lites Need A Break And Souls-Likes Need A Rebrand

TSA Writes: "If slapping “gate” onto the end of a word is the eye-roll inducing hallmark of a scandal or conspiracy, then the gaming equivalent is appending “-like” to a game name to conjure up the notion of a new genre. Some like Rogue-likes have been defined incorrectly for years, with Rogue-lite coming to be the more accepted term, while others such as Souls-like are coming more and more into the limelight."

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The best roguelike games on PS Plus Extra

Looking for a roguelike to test your skills? Here's GameSpew's guide to the best roguelike games on PS Plus Extra.

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Motion Twin reveals that The End is Near will be Dead Cells' final content update

Dead Cells developer Motion Twin has confirmed that Update 35 - The End is Near - will be the game's swansong, will plans to extend coverage into 2025 now cancelled.

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Steam Deck Gets New Startup Movies Inspired by Elden Ring, Persona 5, and More Games

Valve just released a batch of startup movies for its Steam Deck handheld PC inspired by five popular games, including Elden Ring, Hades, and more.

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