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October 2021 Podcast: Where we talk about the use of islands in video games

October 12, 2021

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We have a very different topic for discussion this month, but I promise you it’s an interesting one! The use of islands in games can range from the very, very large to the very, very small. But what do “islands” mean to video games, and what does it look like…

Poll of the week: Which platform (aside from PC) supports indies the best?

October 11, 2021

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Poll by Matt S. We thought we’d start doing a weekly poll at DDNet, and give people a chance to share their thoughts regarding various topical… topics. Each week on YouTube and Twitter we’ll have a different question, and then we’ll collate your thoughts and share the results each week.…

Don’t pirate new games (no, really! It’s bad)

October 11, 2021

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Opinion by Matt S. Ah yes. Emulation and piracy. Two of the favourite – and oldest – discourse topics within gaming communities. A white-hot wave of rage erupted today over an article on Kotaku that appeared to be supporting the piracy of Metroid Dread. A game that has been…

The catch-up coffee: Monday, October 11, 2021

October 10, 2021

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News by Lindsay M.Welcome to Digitally Downloaded’s regular catch-up news feature. With each issue we will bring you the best news that you may have missed. Grab the biggest mug you’ve got, fill it with your favourite brew, and catch up with us (and our favourite news anchor, Dee Dee)! Cozy…

Review: THE Card Battle: Eternal Destiny (Nintendo Switch)

October 8, 2021

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Review by Matt S. Given that THE Card Battle: Eternal Destiny was released five years ago on PC (where it’s just called “Eternal Destiny”), I am a little disappointed that the developer didn’t clean up the localisation for release on the Nintendo Switch. It’s horrible, and sours the experience from…

We don’t have to play silly blockbusters

October 7, 2021

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Opinion by Matt S. I haven’t played Far Cry 6. I won’t play Far Cry 6. In fact, with the exception of Death Stranding, I haven’t touched a big blockbuster for ages now. The last one I reviewed got me pilloried for not liking a game the amount that…

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October 7, 2021

Koichi Sugiyama

News by Matt S. Koichi Sugiyama, the right-wing nationalist, who was also responsible for the incredible music behind Dragon Quest music, has passed away at the age of 90. Sugiyama wrote some wonderful music. Dragon Quest wouldn’t be the series that it is without its iconic musical themes and tones.…

THE Card Battle: Eternal Destiny: So much fan service your nose will bleed

October 7, 2021

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Video by Matt S. THE Card Battle: Eternal Destiny is a new release on Nintendo Switch. One thing is immediately obvious about this game – it is very, very fanservicey. This is a game that wears its heart on its sleeve, and if the idea of collecting 600+ cards featuring…

The catch-up coffee: Thursday, October 7, 2021

October 6, 2021

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Metroid Dread: Was it worth waiting 16 years for?

October 6, 2021

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Video by Matt S. Metroid Dread is a long time coming. It was originally planned to be a DS game – one of the “key” games for the console – but then dropped off the planet completely. Most people assumed that it was done and dusted… until Nintendo’s surprise announcement…

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