"Seeing your own body lying in the street...it's like looking in a mirror that you don't want to see but can't turn away from." 12 years ago today (6/3/14), 'Murdered: Soul Suspect' released in NA on Xbox 360/One, PS3/4 & PC. You play as Ronan, a detective after his own killer.

"Looks like I'm the one who's going to have to do something about this." ‘Red Faction: Guerrilla’ released 17 years ago today (6/2/09) in NA on the Xbox 360 & PS3. This 3rd-person, open-world shooter from developer Volition allowed players to destroy structures/buildings.

"Keep talking, lets me know where to shoot." ‘Alpha Protocol’ released on Xbox 360, PS3 & PC 16 years ago today (6/1/10) in NA. This 3rd-person action role-playing game offers multiple narrative paths based on player choice. It only sold 700,000 copies & didn’t get a sequel.

"Don't bow to me like I'm your god! I won't answer your prayers." 21 years ago today, ‘Advent Rising’ released on Xbox in North America. This 3rd-person sci-fi action/adventure game was the first in a planned trilogy, but the other games were scrapped due to low sales.

"Don't bow to me like I'm your god! I won't answer your prayers." 21 years ago today, ‘Advent Rising’ released on Xbox in North America. This 3rd-person sci-fi action/adventure game was the first in a planned trilogy, but the other games were scrapped due to low sales.

The Gaming Outsider’s 600th episode is live! This week, we’re reminiscing about our favorite memories of recording the show In news, the Steam Deck gets a ridiculous price increase. New games discussed include: ‘007: First Light’ ‘Mina the Hollower’ & more!

"Names are for friends, so I don't need one." 'Hitman: Blood Money' released 20 years ago today (5/30/06) on Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 & PC in NA. This is the 4th game in the series featuring Agent 47 as he cleverly takes down assassination targets. It sold over 2.1 million copies.

SCHOOL’S OUT…FOR…SUMMER! What’s your gaming plans for the weekend now that it’s officially the summer season? Something new or from the backlog? Pictured below: ‘007: First Light’ (released 5/27) - Xbox Series S/X, PS5 & PC ‘Mina the Hollower’ (released 5/29) - Xbox, PlayStation, Switch & PC

“And how often are you gonna have a postman beetle—that dung beetle no less—come by to just fix everything for you?" ‘Yoku’s Island Express’ released 8 years ago today (5/29/18) on Xbox One, PS4, Switch & PC. This clever “pinball platformer” was Villa Gorilla’s debut title.

"I don't need luck, I have equipment." ‘Fuse’ released in North America 13 years ago today (5/28/13) on Xbox 360 & PS3. This 4-player cooperative 3rd-person shooter from Insomniac Studios was originally called ‘Overstrike’ before rebranding in 2012. It reviewed & sold poorly.

A new era of action gaming begins today! Former Returnal director Harry Krueger has officially launched @cosmicdivision.bsky.social, a brand-new independent studio based in Helsinki.

"Mina the Hollower is a fantastic game and for $20 USD, it is a stone-cold steal...the 'Shovel Knight' folks have done it again. Go buy it." Our own Relle gave the latest title from @yachtclubgames.bsky.social his first-ever perfect score. Read his review to learn why he loved it so much.

"But thou must." Today is the 40th anniversary (5/27/86) of ‘Dragon Quest’ on the Japanese Famicom. Released in NA that August as ‘Dragon Warrior’, this JRPG is one of the most influential titles in gaming: “THE template for console RPGs”. It sold over 2 million copies

The Caribou Trail is a poignant first-person narrative that trades fast-paced action for an interactive, walking-simulator style journey. By focusing on a normal soldier's experience during the 1915 Gallipoli Campaign, it delivers a dark and beautifully told historical story.

A gripping mystery split between 2023 and an alternate late 90s, 1997 RELOADED hooks players with its unique hand-drawn art and stellar multi-genre soundtrack. Though a hidden translation mechanic poses a minor speedbump, this brief narrative remains a thoroughly immersive gem for visual novel fans.

There have been many video games based on James Bond & our own Sean Coates has played [almost] all of them. Check out his comprehensive article about all of the games based on Bond as we wait with anticipation for '007: First Light' from IO Interactive, which releases tomorrow!

The Gaming Outsider records its 600th episode this week & we want you to help us celebrate. What has been your favorite moment with The GO since we started almost 12 years ago? Maybe a funny moment from an episode? A favorite topic discussion? Meeting the hosts in-person? Let us know in comments!

Causal Loop carves out an identity with an engaging sci-fi story and time-looping echo mechanic that delivers satisfyingly complex puzzles. Despite a slow difficulty ramp and some unpolished physics interactions with its puzzle keys, the game stands as a must-play for fans of spatial manipulation.

This gorgeous PS5 remake of Myst breathes new life into the iconic island with stunning graphical updates and seamless, free-roaming exploration. It serves as a great entry point or a massive wave of nostalgia, even if the puzzles are as ridiculous as they were 30 years ago.

"No, see, powers don't kill people. Oh no, it's the person behind the powers that kill people." ‘inFAMOUS’ released on PS3 17 years ago today (5/26/09). This 3rd-person, open-world adventure game is the 1st in the series by Sucker Punch. It sold 2 million copies by June 2010.

Embodying pure B-movie wish fulfillment, the Roadhouse Simulator prologue delivers a hilariously campy blend of physics brawling and hands-on bar maintenance. While the presentation remains rough around the edges, the gameplay perfectly captures the ridiculous spirit of its cinematic inspirations.

Looking for a cost-effective option for an Xbox or PC gaming controller? Look no further than the @mygamesir Tegenaria Lite MenaRD Collaboration Wired Game Controller. Our own Paul Hein checked out this beauty and you can hear about it at this video.

"If I never see another glyph again, it'll be too soon." 22 years ago today (5/25/04), 'Thief: Deadly Shadows' released on Xbox & PC in NA. This is the 3rd game in the series & the first to allow players to switch between perspectives. The game reviewed well, but sold poorly.

The crowd reaction in Paris says it all! @psyonixstudios.bsky.social just dropped a teaser confirming that a new era of Rocket League is being built on Unreal Engine 6.

“Life and death balance on the edge of my blade” Today is the 10-year anniversary (5/24/16) of the release of ‘Overwatch’ on Xbox One, PS4 & PC. Blizzard’s wildly-popular hero shooter grossed over $1 billion of revenue in its 1st year & had over 50 million players by year 3.

"We have come through so much to meet again. This is not some mere whim of the stars... I am sure of that." 16 years ago today (5/23/10), ‘Super Mario Galaxy 2’ released on the Wii in NA. This sequel is one of the highest ranked games on Metacritic with a 97% positive rating.

It’s the first week of summer! Any gaming plans for Memorial Day weekend? You working on backlog or playing something newly released? Pictured below (both release 5/22): ‘LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight’ - Xbox Series S/X, PS5, Switch 2 & PC ‘Bubsy 4D’ - Xbox, PlayStation, Switch & PC

May 27th can't come soon enough! The official launch trailer for '007: First Light' is available, and this game keeps looking better and better. Who's there on Day One?

On this week’s episode of The Gaming Outsider, the crew shares their most-memorable GAME OVER and CONTINUE? Screens from console/arcade games. In news, Xbox is now XBOX. New games discussed include: ‘Subnautica 2’ ‘Directive 8020’ ‘Whirlight: No Time to Trip’ & much more!

"You should be more polite. I'm the one with the gun," 24 years ago today (5/21/02), ‘Soldier of Fortune II: Double Helix’ released on PC in North America. It released on Xbox the following year. This 1st person shooter sequel from Raven Software sold 152,000 copies in the US.

“They’re rewriting history. But they forgot about me.” ‘Wolfenstein: The New Order’ released 12 years ago today on PS3/4, Xbox 360/One & PC. This is the 6th mainline game in the series based on an alternate history where the Nazis actually won. It combines action & stealth.

“Fearless. Relentless. Killing machines. It’s what we’ve become.” 17 years ago today (5/19/09), ‘Terminator: Salvation’ released on Xbox 360, PS3 & Steam. Released the same week as the film, this 3rd-person shooter reviewed rather poorly, but did better on its iOS release later.

“Fearless. Relentless. Killing machines. It’s what we’ve become.” 17 years ago today (5/19/09), ‘Terminator: Salvation’ released on Xbox 360, PS3 & Steam. Released the same week as the film, this 3rd-person shooter reviewed rather poorly, but did better on it iOS release later.

The Gaming Outsider records its latest episode LIVE tonight! Come join us at 7:30 PM CST at the links in the comments. We’ll be discussing our most memorable GAME OVER & Continue? screens. You’ll also hear our impressions of the following games: -’Directive 8020’ -’Saros’ -'Subnautica 2' & more!

Prime Monster is a uniquely clever, deck-building political roguelite that successfully turns parliamentary procedure into an addictive strategic battleground. Blending ridiculous bills, monster factions, and underhanded tactics, it delivers a deeply engaging system wrapped in sharp modern satire.

Thingamajigs is a charming, hand-drawn point-and-click hidden object game that serves as the digital equivalent of a warm blanket. This cozy demo captures the simple joy of classic seek-and-find books. An interactive world filled with lighthearted character stories and secrets to uncover.

“It’s you, or me. And the way I see it…it might as well be you.” ‘Red Dead Redemption’ released on the Xbox 360 & PS3 16 years ago today (5/18/2010). Rockstar’s 2nd game in the western series is one of the best-reviewed games of all time & shipped over 25 million copies.

"The city on the verge of greatness...A city that has no boundaries, that will stretch as far as the eye can see." 15 years ago today (5/17/11), 'L.A. Noire' released on the Xbox 360 and PS3 in North America. It sold over 7.5 million units including the rerelease in 2017.

Get ready for a massive puzzle adventure! Order of the Sinking Star from @arcgames.com and Thekla, Inc. is officially coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam later this year.

19 years ago today (5/16/07), ‘Aegis Wing’ released on Xbox Live Arcade worldwide. This horizontal shooter (or “shmacross”, as we like to call it) was free for all Xbox Live subscribers. It offered 4-player cooperative play allowing players to play online & combine their ships.

What are your most memorable GAME OVER or CONTINUE? screens from video games? This will be our "From the Outside In" topic on our upcoming podcast episode & we want to hear from you. Post yours in the comments below & we'll reminisce about it during Monday's live recording.

Attention fans of 'Fatal Fury'! @bitmapbooks.com announced yesterday that 'Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History' releases 5/26. Check out our story to learn about this 468-page love letter to the games. #bitmapbooks #books #retrogaming #gaming #fatalfury #snk #neogeo

Welcome to Friday! What’s your gaming plans for the weekend? Anything new, or are you catching up on backlog? Let us know! Pictured below: ‘Subnautica 2’ - Xbox Series S/X & PC (released 5/14) ‘Forza Horizon 6’ - Xbox Series S/X, PS5 & PC

“The way I see it there's two types of people: those who spend their lives trying to build a future and those who spend their lives trying to rebuild the past.” ‘Max Payne 3’ release on the Xbox 360 & PS3 14 years ago today (5:25/12), It sold 440,000 copies in its first week.

Our own Zack Parkerson has his review score for Moth Atlas Games' 'Tombwater' featured on the game's latest "accolades" trailer! We're very proud to have been a part of the review process for this game published by Midwest Games. Check the comments for the trailer & review!

“The three triangles on your left hand symbolize power, wisdom, and courage.” Both ‘The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons’ & ‘The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages’ released 25 years ago today (5/14/01) in North America on the Game Boy Color. Each sold 3.96 million copies.

On this week’s episode of The Gaming Outsider, we’re chatting about games based on James Bond. In news, we discuss Nintendo’s official announcement of the next Starfox game. New games discussed include: ‘Mixtape’ ‘Yomi 2’ ‘Alabaster Dawn’ & more!

“No one is authorized to kidnap the princess except me! It just wouldn't be right!” Today is the 30th anniversary of the NA release (5/13/96) of ‘Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars’ on SNES. This Square-developed RPG was the last Mario game released on the platform.

The first public demo for WheelMates is officially live on Steam. Following up on Scott and Kevin’s early impressions, you can now explore the mysterious house for yourself. Navigate the new garage using your magnet grab or try the brand new local split screen co-op mode.

“A blade that shatters so easily against my power cannot save you from me.” It’s already been 3 years (5/12/23) since the release of ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’ on Switch. It sold 10 million copies in its first 3 days of release & over 22 million total.