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Resident Evil Requiem Explained: Two Experiences By Design
RE9, Resident Evil Requiem, News & Reviews, Analysis Sticks 1/19/26 RE9, Resident Evil Requiem, News & Reviews, Analysis Sticks 1/19/26

Resident Evil Requiem Explained: Two Experiences By Design

Resident Evil Requiem feels difficult to categorize because it is not trying to blend horror and action. This breakdown explains how the game separates them into two complete emotional experiences, and why that choice is intentional.

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Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Demo Early Impressions (Worth A Try?)
Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 1/17/26 Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 1/17/26

Dragon Quest VII Reimagined Demo Early Impressions (Worth A Try?)

A spoiler safe Worth A Try? Early Impressions look at the Dragon Quest VII Reimagined demo. I break down pacing, combat feel, exploration, and whether the demo actually earns your time if you are curious but not committed.

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Trails Beyond the Horizon: Early Impressions From a New Player
Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 1/13/26 Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 1/13/26

Trails Beyond the Horizon: Early Impressions From a New Player

I went into Trails Beyond the Horizon without playing the Trails series in order. After about 10–15 hours on PC, here is what the combat, story, and systems feel like for a new player.

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Resident Evil Requiem Feels Like a New Era and Leon Is the Reason
RE9, Resident Evil Requiem, News & Reviews, Analysis Sticks 12/28/25 RE9, Resident Evil Requiem, News & Reviews, Analysis Sticks 12/28/25

Resident Evil Requiem Feels Like a New Era and Leon Is the Reason

Capcom’s next mainline Resident Evil isn’t trying to shock you.
Here’s why Resident Evil Requiem feels like a reset for the franchise, how the dual protagonist structure changes everything, and why Leon’s role matters far more than nostalgia.

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Is Where Winds Meet on Mobile? Download, Platforms, Controls & What to Expect
Where Winds Meet, News & Reviews Sticks 12/27/25 Where Winds Meet, News & Reviews Sticks 12/27/25

Is Where Winds Meet on Mobile? Download, Platforms, Controls & What to Expect

Wondering if Where Winds Meet is actually playable on mobile? Here’s how to download it on Android and iOS, whether controllers are supported, how cross-progression works, and what to expect before you start.

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ARC Raiders Cold Snap Tips for Returning Players
Arc Raiders, News & Reviews, Guides Sticks 12/21/25 Arc Raiders, News & Reviews, Guides Sticks 12/21/25

ARC Raiders Cold Snap Tips for Returning Players

Coming back to ARC Raiders after the Cold Snap update? This returning-player guide breaks down winter survival cues, smart routing, combat adjustments, and event loot priorities, without patch-note overload.

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Marvel Cosmic Invasion Review (2025): Retro Heroes, Modern Chaos
Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 12/21/25 Worth A Try?, News & Reviews Sticks 12/21/25

Marvel Cosmic Invasion Review (2025): Retro Heroes, Modern Chaos

Marvel Cosmic Invasion delivers chaotic co-op fun, surprisingly unique heroes, and retro arcade energy, even if the campaign is on the shorter side.

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Where Winds Meet: Combat Tips the Game Doesn’t Explain Well
Where Winds Meet, Guides, News & Reviews Sticks 12/19/25 Where Winds Meet, Guides, News & Reviews Sticks 12/19/25

Where Winds Meet: Combat Tips the Game Doesn’t Explain Well

Combat in Where Winds Meet can feel overwhelming early on. These beginner-focused combat tips break down spacing, stamina, camera control, and simple reset habits the game doesn’t explain well, updated for Timeless Bonds 1.1.

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Where Winds Meet Mobile Tips: Best Settings & Early Comfort Tweaks
Where Winds Meet, News & Reviews, Guides Sticks 12/18/25 Where Winds Meet, News & Reviews, Guides Sticks 12/18/25

Where Winds Meet Mobile Tips: Best Settings & Early Comfort Tweaks

Playing Where Winds Meet on mobile feels way better with a few quick tweaks. Here are the best starting settings, control adjustments, and performance tips to reduce frustration and stay comfortable on iOS and Android, especially after the December 1.1 Timeless Bonds update.

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ARC Raiders Cold Snap Update – What Changed, What Matters, and Is It Worth Returning?
Arc Raiders, News & Reviews Sticks 12/16/25 Arc Raiders, News & Reviews Sticks 12/16/25

ARC Raiders Cold Snap Update – What Changed, What Matters, and Is It Worth Returning?

The Cold Snap update reshapes ARC Raiders with winter survival conditions, a seasonal event, and smarter progression systems. Here’s what changed, what actually matters, and whether it’s worth returning after the update.

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Where Winds Meet Beginner’s Guide (2025): Tips, Combat Basics, and Early Progression
Where Winds Meet, Guides, News & Reviews Sticks 12/16/25 Where Winds Meet, Guides, News & Reviews Sticks 12/16/25

Where Winds Meet Beginner’s Guide (2025): Tips, Combat Basics, and Early Progression

If you are starting Where Winds Meet after the December 1.1 Timeless Bonds update or the mobile launch, this beginner’s guide breaks down combat basics, early progression, and practical tips to help you feel confident in your first 5 to 10 hours.

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Why Expedition 33 Winning Game of the Year Actually Makes Sense
The WHY Series, News & Reviews Sticks 12/13/25 The WHY Series, News & Reviews Sticks 12/13/25

Why Expedition 33 Winning Game of the Year Actually Makes Sense

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won nine awards at The Game Awards 2025, including Game of the Year. Here’s why it landed, why it isn’t for everyone, and why Patch 1.5 being framed as a thank you update matters.

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Borderlands 4’s First Raid Boss Changes Everything
Borderlands 4, News & Reviews Sticks 12/13/25 Borderlands 4, News & Reviews Sticks 12/13/25

Borderlands 4’s First Raid Boss Changes Everything

Bloomreaper the Invincible is Borderlands 4’s first raid boss and it changes how the game’s endgame works. We break down the fight, True Mode, timed rewards, and community reaction.

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Every Game Shown at The Game Awards 2025 (Full Recap + Replay)
The Game Awards, News & Reviews, Event Coverage Sticks 12/12/25 The Game Awards, News & Reviews, Event Coverage Sticks 12/12/25

Every Game Shown at The Game Awards 2025 (Full Recap + Replay)

Relive The Game Awards 2025 with the full OTS co-stream replay and a complete breakdown of every trailer, world premiere, and announcement shown during the show.

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Battlefield 6 Winter Offensive: Free Ice Axe, Frozen Empire State & REDSEC Modes Explained
Battlefield 6, Guides, Redsec, News & Reviews Sticks 12/9/25 Battlefield 6, Guides, Redsec, News & Reviews Sticks 12/9/25

Battlefield 6 Winter Offensive: Free Ice Axe, Frozen Empire State & REDSEC Modes Explained

Winter Offensive freezes over Battlefield 6 and REDSEC with a new time-limited Ice Lock map, free Ice Climbing Axe melee unlock, seasonal challenges, and brutal Freeze mechanics in Gauntlet and Multiplayer.

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Where Winds Meet: December Update Adds PS5 Fix, Mobile Launch & New Region
News & Reviews Sticks 12/7/25 News & Reviews Sticks 12/7/25

Where Winds Meet: December Update Adds PS5 Fix, Mobile Launch & New Region

PS5 visual fixes, a global mobile launch, new enemies, Roaring Sands, fresh bosses, and December Twitch rewards are live in Where Winds Meet.

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SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide – PS5 Review (Worth A Try?)
News & Reviews, Worth A Try? Sticks 12/2/25 News & Reviews, Worth A Try? Sticks 12/2/25

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide – PS5 Review (Worth A Try?)

My PS5 review of SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide. A ghost-filled Bikini Bottom, dual-character gameplay, polished visuals, and a verdict on whether this new SpongeBob adventure is worth a try in 2025.

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Borderlands 4 Bounty Pack 1 Breakdown: How Rush Saved Mercenary Day
Borderlands 4 News Sticks 11/21/25 Borderlands 4 News Sticks 11/21/25

Borderlands 4 Bounty Pack 1 Breakdown: How Rush Saved Mercenary Day

Borderlands 4 just dropped Bounty Pack 1 with a free Mercenary Day mission, new Vault Card, rerollable gear, and a preview of the 2026 DLC roadmap. Here’s everything inside the update.

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Moonlighter 2 Early Access Review – Is It Worth A Try?
News & Reviews, Worth A Try? Sticks 11/20/25 News & Reviews, Worth A Try? Sticks 11/20/25

Moonlighter 2 Early Access Review – Is It Worth A Try?

Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault is finally in Early Access, and I spent 7 hours exploring dungeons, testing relic curses, running my shop in Tresna, and uncovering new goals in the Vault. Here are my early impressions after playing the latest build.

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Where Winds Meet Looks Like A Different Kind Of Open World RPG
RPG, News & Reviews Sticks 11/9/25 RPG, News & Reviews Sticks 11/9/25

Where Winds Meet Looks Like A Different Kind Of Open World RPG

Where Winds Meet might be the next big RPG surprise. Instead of checklist open world design, this game is focusing on systems, secrets, martial arts combat, and player choice.

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