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Many of my favorite toy brands as an 80s/90s kid have only grown more popular over time. Transformers. LEGO. And Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The Turtles are enjoying yet another...Read More
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Helldivers 2 is good old fashioned co-op fun
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Palworld early access preview: fixing the tedium in survival-crafting games
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Sea of Stars captures the look and gameplay of 16-bit era, but lacks the heart
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