Podcast
Be Kind, Rewinder - 009 - Gamescom 2025 Special
This week's episode sees Henry and Lex discuss Gamescom, Silksong, and what a “AAAAA” game might be.
Lex Luddy
Lex Luddy is a freelance writer and journalist. She has written for lots of outlets as a freelancer, and can be found online talking about Like A Dragon, rugby, and the video game industry.
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Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong Review: [INSERT INCENDIARY HOT TAKE HERE]
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Podcast
Be Kind, Rewinder - 007
This week's podcast sees us joined by Mik Deitz.
Features
The Charged Politics of Sports Games is a Reminder That We Can Always Choose to Say Something
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News
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Features
OK, but Sometimes Bad Framerate Is Goooooood, Y’know?
Hear us out. Sometimes, JUST SOMETIMES, a bad frame is good when you're the one actively breaking the game.
Podcast
Be Kind, Rewinder - 006
Henry's back from the dead to join Lex and Scott.
News
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IndieDev 2025 announced funding for eight projects across Ireland.
News
Report: Appearing at Gamescom Opening Night Live has gotten over 20% more expensive since last year
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Podcast
Be Kind, Rewinder - 005
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News
Shark Dentist is Looking to Combine Your Dentophobia With Your Galeophobia. Oh Good.
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the dentist's chair.
Reviews
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Review - The Road More Travelled
Hideo Kojima’s latest undermines its strongest aspects in the name of ease and bombast, resulting in a deeply frustrating experience.