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Traditional Online Games That Still Delight Players

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If you look at the games the majority of people are playing online now, the list is top heavy with eSports titles, such as League of Legends, DOTA 2 and World of Warcraft. Indeed, developers like Blizzard have made these games a multi-billion-dollar industry. But among the Fortnites and Hearthstones of the gaming world, there is still room for some traditional games, and it seems we still can’t get enough of them.

Here’s a look at some classics, which can usually be played online for free, and the numbers prove that they still retain a certain pull.

Pac-Man

The Google Doodle version of Pac-Man was estimated to have been played by over one billion worldwide. That simply incredible. The best thing that Google did, however, was not to mess too much with the original formula. In fact, the game is almost the same as Namco’s original 1980s smash hit. Fun fact: Pac-Man was called Puckman when originally released in Japan.

Microsoft Solitaire

If Bill Gates has achieved nothing else in life, he can surely point to the fact that millions of office hours have been wasted over decades with employees running down the clock playing solitaire on PC. The game is, quite frankly, infuriating, because you can go down a rabbit hole with those damn cards, encouraging you to start again and beat the game.

Tetris

Imagine pitching Tetris now: A game where some blocks fall on through the screen, with which the objective is to fit those blocks into lines. However, as any gamer is aware, Tetris is a stroke of genius. There are many, many versions of the game online. Some are good, some are poor, but none of them are able to emulate the lightning in a bottle magic of the original.

Blackjack

There are 100s of different variations of poker and blackjack games online, many of which are designed to be played on mobile. Our personal favorite – and there are a lot to choose from – is 3 Card Brag. It’s kind of like two card games in one, where you attempt to beat the dealer and play a bonus pair game. If you want to try it for real money, or just to practice, Mansioncasino.com – brings you the best 3 card brag blackjack. The game has big payout potential, way beyond that of classic blackjack.

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Super Mario Bros

Lots of sites dedicated to Mario games have cropped up over the years, with some developers keen to bring out their own interpretations of the classic series. Our motto is don’t mess with greatness. So, if you can find faithful versions of Super Mario Bros, Super Mario Bros 3 or Super Mario World (SNES version) – the holy trinity of Mario games – play until your heart is content.

Street Fighter 2

Want a (sort of interesting) fact about Street Fighter? In the (terrible) Jean Claude Van Damme movie, arch-villain M. Bison was played by the brilliant Raul Julia, the same guy who played Gomez in the Addams Family – that’s quite the character range. Anyway, Street Fighter 2 needs little introduction as it gave many of us so much joy and pain throughout our childhood. It’s still a classic.

Minesweeper

Minesweeper can actually trace its history all the way back to the 1960s. It joins the aforementioned solitaire as one of those games that makes you want to bang your head against the computer screen, yet you keep coming back for more. Again, a certain Mr. Gates oversaw the definitive version – Microsoft Minesweeper – keeping a generation of kids from doing their homework.

 

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Recruited Since Last Month: More Than Eight Million Helldivers 2 Players

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The relentless force of Helldivers 2 shows no signs of slowing down, as recent reports indicate that Arrowhead Games Studios, the Swedish developer behind the game, has sold over eight million copies since its release on both PS5 and PC just last month.

According to TD Cowen analyst Doug Creutz (thanks, VGC), who spoke to Bloomberg, it is believed that the game has exceeded expectations in terms of performance. It’s amazing how word-of-mouth buzz and the unconventional guerilla marketing strategy keep driving up recruitment numbers week after week. Arrowhead’s studio motto, “A game for everyone is a game for no one,” reflects their unwavering commitment to their unique internal design philosophy.

It appears that the PC community has recently surpassed the PlayStation fanbase in terms of player numbers and platform preference. However, thanks to crossplay, both groups continue to benefit from the growing popularity of gaming. Although it’s not particularly thrilling to see yet another service game achieve rapid success, the hardcore nature of Helldivers 2 fills us with optimism for Sony’s ongoing live gaming endeavors. We anticipate dedicating ourselves to the defense of Super Earth for many years to come.

What are your thoughts on Creutz’s sales estimate? Does it come as a surprise to you? Does it exceed or fall short of your expectations? Have you noticed any changes in your level of enthusiasm for the Democratic Party? Has it waned or grown stronger? We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section below.

 

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Exciting news for gamers! A wide selection of PS5 and PS4 games are now available at discounted prices, but only for this weekend

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Don’t miss out on this limited-time opportunity to grab some amazing titles at a fraction of their original cost. Sony clearly understands the potential of the PS Store, as it consistently adds a plethora of new titles every week. This allows for future opportunities to offer discounts and promotions on these games. It’s evident that sales are consistently growing each month, with the introduction of time-limited weekend offers in addition to the usual sale events.

This weekend brings another round of exciting deals, with significant discounts on several popular PS5 and PS4 games. For instance, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is now available for £35.99/$35.99, while DiRT 5 Year One Edition can be purchased for just £14.79/$15.99.

Here are a few other standout moments we noticed:

Hurry up and make your decision before the offers expire on March 19th. Don’t miss out on your chance to snag some great deals. For a comprehensive list of all the latest offers, make sure to visit this page. And don’t forget to share your purchases with us in the comments section below!

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Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest on 7th June keeps the spirit of E3 alive

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E3 is long gone, but that doesn’t mean we won’t have any exciting video game events this summer. Geoff Keighley, the host, has just revealed that the highly anticipated Summer Game Fest event is making a comeback on Friday, June 7th, at 5 PT/5 p.m. ET/10 p.m. BST. The event will be streamed live from the YouTube Theatre in glamorous Los Angeles.

In a recent tweet, Keighley assured his followers that a large number of fans will be present at the event, both in person and online. He expressed excitement about the upcoming cross-platform showcase, where the future of video games will be unveiled. Presumably, PlayStation and other gaming companies will have their own separate livestreams. However, Sony has a tendency to support Summer Game Fest, so it’s worth keeping an eye out for any announcements from them.

If you’re thinking of going, tickets will be available for purchase starting on Tuesday, May 7th. It’s definitely an event worth noting on your calendar. So, what are your expectations for this year’s Summer Game Fest? Feel free to share your dream announcements in the comments section below.

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