We’re thrilled to offer some of New York Times bestselling author V.E. Schwab V.E. Schwab’sbest novels in our latest book bundle, The Magical Worlds of V.E. Schwab! To help you decide if this bundle is worth cozying up for this winter, here is an overview of eachtitle included, including what readers like and dislike. The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue Good Reads Score: 4.18/5 Barnes …

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Epic narratives, surreal soundtracks, gorgeous art and animation, and immersive gameplay make video games a unique and enthralling artistic expression.  After putting hundreds of hours into Elden Ring, the most awe-inspiring, “oh, wow!” moments always came from discovering the sweeping vistas throughout the Lands Between for the first time. The glorious element of these “oh, wow!” moments is that they’re usually not budget-dependent, allowing AAA …

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Screentime is a tricky and inevitable conundrum for parents and caregivers. Video games are a fantastic medium for teaching reading, math, science and other crucial subjects for excelling in school; however, children who spend more than four hours a day on screens may have delayed development in their communication, problem-solving, fine motor skills, and social skills. Thankfully, kids can learn a lot within an hour …

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Since the early 1980s arcade frenzy, many popular video games have involved violence, from annihilating enemy ships in Galaga to dodging enormous barrels to rescue Pauline in Donkey Kong.  As video game engines evolved and developers’ and gamers’ fantasies became digital realities, the commonality and variety of violence increased substantially. Even the Kirby series, known for being extremely kid-friendly, involves gathering powers like fire and …

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Long-distance relationships can be tough, even for the most stalwart couples. Psychologists and therapists recommend having cooperative activities to look forward to and help nurture your bond while you’re physically separated.  Video games are an excellent medium for a challenging or playful cooperative activity that requires creativity, communication, trust, and support — all crucial elements of feeling connected to your loved one(s).  In February, we …

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Sometimes, having hundreds or even thousands of games in our Steam libraries feels like a badge of pride, showcasing our passion and love for gaming. But there’s a reason Steam’s seasonal sales include the running joke about unnecessarily buying new games when our libraries are bursting with unplayed or unfinished titles.  Before summer sale events begin plundering your bank account, now is a great time …

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Books and video games are inextricably intertwined, with many popular games directly or indirectly inspired by some of the book literature authors offer.  A good book adaptation is often successful because the games benefit from already existing mythos, worlds, and characters, even if the original author isn’t too involved.  This preexisting information gives the developer freedom and structure while creating these video game adaptations of …

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The Best Video Game Soundtracks by Genre in 2023  The best video game soundtracks from the most distinguished composers enhance every part of a game, from exploration and combat to cutscenes and item discovery. 2023 was an incredible year for gaming music, so it’s time to plop on headphones and treat your ears to the industry’s best video game OSTs, music, and songs.  How We …

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When your Steam, Epic or GOG library is taunting you with dozens of unplayed games that don’t look appealing, it’s time to check out the undiscovered country of PC gaming.  Steam has more than 80,000 games, with an average of 35+ titles added daily. Within that chaos are a lot of clunkers, cash grabs and disappointing experiences. However, there are plenty of incredible adventures and …

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