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Michael Murphy

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  1. Article · Oct 1, 2026 · Michael Murphy

    Gears of War: E-Day Metacritic Score Revealed, And It's the Highest Rated Entry Since Gears of War 3 (opens the original)

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    Reviews for Gears of War: E-Day have finally come out ahead just as Early Access has started, and it looks to be a series-best. As the first new Gears title in years, fans had high hopes that the prequel would live up to the lofty expectations past entries set. While the multiplayer isn’t accounted for, if it’s anything like the campaign, it may just join the ranks of past titles, including Gears of War 3. As of writing, the Metacritic score for Gears of War: E-Day rests at 87/100 with 28 review

  2. Article · Sep 23, 2026 · Michael Murphy

    Sega Nearly Quit Making Sonic Games Prior to the Franchise's Movie Success (opens the original)

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    When you think of iconic gaming franchises, Sonic the Hedgehog is undoubtedly one of the ones to first come up. The Blue Blur had become Sega’s mascot for years and headlined multiple hit titles. From the superb Sonic Adventure to the nostalgic Sonic Generations, there was seemingly no stopping Sonic. However, there was a dark time in the franchise’s life that, had things gone differently, according to the series lead, would’ve ended Sonic games for good. In an interview with One More Game, fran

  3. Article · Sep 17, 2026 · Michael Murphy

    Fortnite Fully Reveals New Kingdom Hearts Skins and Accessories Heading to the Item Shop (opens the original)

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    In a collaboration many never thought would happen, the Fortnite x Kingdom Hearts collab is now available. Fortnite is currently in Chapter 7 Season 4, titled Override. As one can assume, a bevy of gaming franchises are making their way into the live-service shooter. Familiar faces like Sonic, Crash Bandicoot, Joker, and Spyro the Dragon have joined the fray, but one stood out quite notably: Sora from Kingdom Hearts. The push for Kingdom Hearts to be in games outside of its own is one that, a de

  4. Article · Sep 9, 2026 · Michael Murphy

    Persona 6 Details May Have Leaked Early (opens the original)

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    According to a potential leak, we may have our first concrete details on Persona 6, its plot, and gameplay. Despite having no release date, the next installment of the Shin Megami Tensei spin-off has been highly anticipated by many. As Persona 5‘s success brought a whole new audience in, fans have been craving more information regarding the title, especially after its mysterious reveal in June. However, despite radio silence on the title, it appears that a possible leak has emerged from an unlik

  5. Article · Sep 8, 2026 · Michael Murphy

    How to Watch Nintendo Direct September 2026 (opens the original)

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    It’s finally time for a new Nintendo Direct and, after a stellar one in June, all eyes are on what’s in store for the September one. With some strong titles on the horizon like Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, Nintendo is already finishing 2026 on a high note. Still, the company seems to hint that it has some aces up its sleeve for the Nintendo Switch 2 before the year comes to a close. While details on what may be shown at the September 2026 Nintendo

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