When Loot Stops Mattering in Path of Exile
Path of Exile’s reward loop is breaking down. When loot stops dropping during progression, systems and pay to win mechanics take over.
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Why Was Clair Obscur Disqualified From The Indie Game Awards?
Clair Obscur lost its wins for Debut Game and Game of the Year over AI use. The real issue is why this rule was enforced after the ceremony.
Does The Game Awards Hurt Developers More Than Helping Them?
The Game Awards claims to celebrate developers. Yet their Future Class program and ridiculous trailer fees reveal a different set of priorities.
The Dream of Selling $80 Games is Still a Fantasy
Big publishers want to charge $80 for games, but players are buying cheaper indie titles instead. The industry’s dream of higher prices is at odds with reality.
Path of Exile 2’s $100 Hideout Is Pay-to-Win
Path of Exile 2’s $100 hideout isn’t cosmetic. It’s pay-to-win. Early trading access and functional advantages matter.
How Butcher’s Actions Influence The Boys Season 5
Recently, I wrote about the teaser for the final season of Amazon Prime Video’s The Boys. Specifically how…
Postal: Bullet Paradise Was Canceled Due to Panic
Postal: Bullet Paradise was canceled within 48 hours over backlash of alleged use of AI. The fallout raises questions about blame and who pays the price.
Who Oshabi Actually Was Before the Grove Took Her
A clear and accessible look at who Oshabi was before the Sacred Grove consumed her, why so many players barely remember her, and what her story reveals about Vaal ambition and the cost of chasing power.
Niko’s Connection to the Vaal and Why He Keeps Hearing the Darkness (Path of Exile Lore)
Discover why Niko hears the Darkness in Path of Exile and how his link to the Vaal and the Azurite Mine reveals the truth behind Delve’s ancient threat.