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Horses reviewed by Sarah Thwaites on PC.

Horses is a chilling, nerve-shredding short story that propels you through a series of increasingly heinous farm tasks. Sharp writing of morally repugnant characters creates a harrowing atmosphere, which is frustratingly diminished by repetitive activities and unclear signposting that sometimes pull you out of its silent film-like world. Even so, developer Santa Ragione’s admirably bracing vision does well to harness what can make the interactivity of video games so affecting, ensuring you’ll have plenty to think about as the credits roll.

IGN’s reporting on the Steam and EGS bans:
https://www.ign.com/articles/unsettling-horror-game-horses-banned-from-steam-leaving-studio-with-high-risk-of-closure
https://www.ign.com/articles/cd-projekts-pc-game-storefront-gog-gets-behind-horses-after-valve-steam-ban-players-should-be-able-to-choose-the-experiences-that-speak-to-them
https://www.ign.com/articles/horses-the-upsetting-horror-game-previously-banned-on-steam-gets-last-minute-ban-from-epic-games-store-too

Mouthwashing review: https://www.ign.com/articles/mouthwashing-review

Don’t miss the Remix Teaser Trailer for NBA The Run, a 3v3 stylised arcade street basketball game developed by Play by Play Studios. Players can get the rundown on the game’s signature style and dunk tricks with the legendary “Bobbito” Garcia (Kool Bob Love / DJ Cucumber), who will return as the announcer for NBA The Run. NBA The Run is launching on PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

Cod lobbies are so boring, it’s either no one is talking or the jokes are cringe. #codgirlgamer #gamergirl #gamerlife

Check out the ‘No Man’s Land’ Free Update Launch Trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, a team-based co-op action shooter developed by Fatshark. Players will be able to access the new update, packed with three missions that continue the storyline with the No Man’s Land operation set on the far reaches of Tertium. The No Man’s Land Update is also fitted with a new Ogryn personality, a new live event, quality-of-life and balancing adjustments, and more. The ‘No Man’s Land’ Free Update is available now for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

When he discovers a gang of smugglers, lawman Frank Bennett (Aaron Eckhart) becomes the last line of defense standing between the brutal crew and their armed run for the border. Check out the Thieves Highway trailer for this upcoming action film starring Aaron Eckhart (The Bricklayer), Devon Sawa (Heart Eyes), Lucy Martin (Vikings), and Lochlyn Munro (Peacemaker).

After a deadly confrontation, lawman Frank Bennett (Aaron Eckhart) uncovers a massive smuggling operation. Cut off from cell service and stranded without his truck, Frank is forced to take on a dangerous gang led by a deranged ex-military commander. Stopping them before they reach the border isn’t just his duty, it’s his only shot at survival.

The screenplay is by Travis Mills, based on a story by J.D. Pepper and Mills.

Thieves Highway, directed by Jesse V. Johnson, opens in theaters on December 12 and is available on VOD on December 16.

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Watch the Launch Trailer for Red Dead Redemption, the hit third-person action-adventure Western open-world game developed by Rockstar Games. Players will experience the critical and commercial success with new free upgrades and the ability to carry over game progress from a variety of platforms. Experience the tale of John Marston as old ties come back to haunt the lone man in a society that’s evolving from the Wild West. Red Dead Redemption is available now for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam), alongside PlayStation 4 (PS4), Xbox One, iOS, Android, and Netflix Games.

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Assassin’s Creed Shadows is available now on Nintendo Switch 2. It is also available on PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X/S, macOS, Amazon Luna, and PC (Steam).

Watch the Assassin’s Creed Shadows Nintendo Switch 2 launch trailer for this action RPG, and journey through the breathtaking world of Feudal Japan. In Assassin’s Creed Shadows, unleash your inner Assassin as Naoe, a stealthy shinobi, and strike from the shadows. Or take command as Yasuke, a towering samurai, and dominate the battlefield. The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Assassin’s Creed Shadows features cross-progression and touchscreen support in all menus – including world map, store and hideout.

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Check out the Obsession teaser trailer for the upcoming horror film starring Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, and Andy Richter.

After breaking the mysterious “One Wish Willow” to win his crush’s heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.

Obsession is produced by James Harris (Teashop Productions), Haley Nicole Johnson (Under the Shell), Christian Mercuri (Capstone Pictures) ,and Roman Viaris. Jason Blum (Blumhouse), Leonora Darby (Teashop), Mark Lane (Teashop), David Haring (Capstone), and Ruzanna Kegeyan (Capstone Pictures) serve as executive producers.

Obsession, written and directed by Curry Barker, opens in theaters on May 15, 2026.

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Here’s your look at the Zlín City: Arch Moderna announcement trailer for this upcoming cozy, historically inspired city-builder. Join developer Polyperfect for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Zlín City: Arch Moderna. Zlín City: Arch Moderna’s visual style combines the charm of manually handcrafted, real miniatures that are later printed in 3D, painted, scanned, and implemented in the game, thanks to the use of photogrammetry and the power of Unreal Engine 5. Zlín City: Arch Moderna will be available on PC.

In Zlín City: Arch Moderna, players will get the chance to build small diorama cities set in the magical 1930–1940 period. Guided by ideas, requests, and quests from citizens, they’ll be able to enjoy a relaxing and playful experience of growing and interacting with their own miniature world.

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