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Jake Torres

Hardcore gamer and hardware enthusiast known as 'PixelHunter'. Covers everything from console wars to indie gems with infectious enthusiasm and deep technical knowledge.
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The Comeback Is Complete: Silent Hill: Townfall Review

Silent Hill: Townfall arrives as the third acclaimed entry in the franchise's remarkable comeback. First-person horror meets classic puzzle design in a fog-soaked Scottish town.

By Jake Torres | September 21, 2026

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The Album Drops This November With 34 Tracks: GTA 6

Rockstar unveils GTA 6: The Album, a 34-track original soundtrack featuring Travis Scott, Keith Richards, and more. Six songs are streaming now ahead of the November 19 release.

By Jake Torres | September 17, 2026

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EU Kids Act Could Force Age Checks on Gaming Accounts

The European Commission's proposed EU Kids Act could force stricter age verification on gaming accounts for under-15s. Plus, Valve's Half-Life: Alyx VR gamble, Wardogs' exploit crackdown, and more gaming news this week.

By Jake Torres | September 15, 2026

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Ocarina of Time Remake Gameplay Debuts on Switch 2: Zelda

Nintendo unveiled full gameplay for its Ocarina of Time remake during a 40th anniversary Direct. The Switch 2 exclusive arrives November 5th with new amiibo and special hardware in tow.

By Jake Torres | September 08, 2026

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Double Fine’s First Post-Xbox Game: Thank You Bus Driver

Double Fine's first game since leaving Xbox turns bus driving into slapstick comedy. Here's what Thank You Bus Driver brings, plus other gaming headlines worth catching this week.

By Jake Torres | September 06, 2026

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Perfectionism, EVE’s Cow Pilot, and Tomb Raider: Gaming Roundup

From perfectionism in gaming to a literal cow piloting a spaceship in EVE Online, this week's gaming news roundup covers it all. Tomb Raider's next chapter stumbles while Double Fine dreams big with a Brutal Legend sequel.

By Jake Torres | September 02, 2026

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The Blood of Dawnwalker Review: Vampire RPG Bites Deep

The Blood of Dawnwalker launches to strong reviews praising its dark storytelling and bold time-pressure mechanics. Critics flag weaker combat, but most agree Rebel Wolves delivered one of 2026's standout RPGs.

By Jake Torres | August 31, 2026

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GTA 6 Playtime Hits 80 Hours in Netflix Deep Dive

Rockstar's Netflix extended look reveals GTA 6 playtime could stretch to 80 hours, plus a new relationship system for Jason and Lucia. The reveal is already shaking up release plans across the industry, from Squadron 42 to Helldivers 2.

By Jake Torres | August 27, 2026

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Rockstar Finally Addresses GTA 6 Leaks: ‘Heartbreaking’

Rockstar Games finally addressed the ongoing GTA 6 leaks, calling them heartbreaking for its development team. The statement also apologizes for the game's long road to release ahead of Thursday's Extended Look reveal.

By Jake Torres | August 26, 2026

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Metro 2039, Mega Man, and More: Gamescom Trailers Flood Us

Gamescom Opening Night Live delivered a wave of gameplay trailers, from Metro 2039's brutal new regime to Mega Man: Dual Override's Proto Man comeback. Here's a breakdown of every major reveal and what it means for 2027.

By Jake Torres | August 25, 2026

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