Michael Mirrorcle

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Godshard Chronicles Eyes Late 2025 Release

Indie RPG fans, take note: Godshard Chronicles is a love letter to classics like Grandia,

By Michael Mirrorcle / January 6, 2025

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China’s Tech Giants Face Barriers at CES 2025 Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has long been the crown jewel of global tech events,

By Michael Mirrorcle / December 25, 2024

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The MCon Controller Might Revolutionize Mobile Gaming

The MCon Controller is set to revolutionize mobile gaming by offering unmatched portability, seamless transitions

By Michael Mirrorcle / December 20, 2024

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The Thaumaturge Review: A Grim, Engrossing Tale of Power and Consequences

The Thaumaturge is an ambitious RPG that blends supernatural intrigue with personal drama, all set

By Michael Mirrorcle / December 5, 2024

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The Illusion of Ownership: Why Buying Digital Games is Not Enough

In a landscape where digital purchases are treated as mere licenses rather than true ownership,

By Michael Mirrorcle / October 29, 2024

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Bandai Namco Under Fire: Is Tekken 8’s Future in Jeopardy?

The Tekken community recently found itself engulfed in controversy as Bandai Namco faced mounting criticism

By Michael Mirrorcle / October 6, 2024

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Nintendo’s War on Retro Gaming: How It’s Hurting the Community and Stifling Game Preservation

Nintendo’s aggressive copyright strikes against YouTube creators like Russ from Retro Game Corps are raising concerns about the future of game preservation. As creators bridge the gap by educating fans about legal retro gaming and emulation, Nintendo’s refusal to embrace these efforts is alienating their fan base. Learn why Nintendo’s control over its legacy content is stifling gaming history and how they could build goodwill by partnering with the retro gaming community instead of shutting them down.

By Michael Mirrorcle / September 29, 2024