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Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon preview - FromSoft goes sci-fi and loses none of its challenge

GGRecon spent over three hours with Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon. Read our thoughts in our hands-on Armored Core 6 preview.

Blue Protocol preview: Anime MMO has brains and heart

We went hands-on with Blue Protocol ahead of the MMO's western release, and found a lot to like - and a couple of things we're less keen on. Find out more in our Blue Protocol preview.

Immortals of Aveum director on the Hero’s Journey, development during a pandemic & launching a debut title

We had the chance to sit down with Bret Robbins, creative director of Immortals of Aveum and founder of Ascendant Studios in the run-up to the game’s launch.

'I think it's really hard to focus on CS2' Fnatic's dexter & mezii on Cologne, UKCS, and international rosters

We had the chance to speak to Fnatic's dexter and mezii during their boot camp at the Red Bull Gaming Sphere, going over CS2, UKCS, and lots more in the future.

The Yu-Gi-Oh 25th Anniversary Collection is more than just nostalgia

The Yu-Gi-Oh 25th Anniversary Collection has me itching to build decks, thanks to its regimented booster sets, nostalgia value, and reprints.

Fae Farm Game Director on bosses, building mechanics, & potential DLC

Fae Farm Game Director Isaac Epp has spoken to GGRecon about the title's bosses, main story, potential DLC, and how the team designed the RPG's impressive building mechanics.

EA Sports FC 24 preview: New name, similar game for FIFA successor

We got the chance to try out EA Sports FC 24 in a hands-on preview, and there are plenty of new features that will ignite excitement in any dedicated fan - even if the underlying experience remains familiar.

ALGS Commissioner on balancing competitive Apex Legends, co-streaming & more

ALGS Commissioner John Nelson spoke to GGRecon about balancing for competitive Apex Legends, co-streaming, and why the ALGS has held all its major events in the UK this year.

Rocket League Players Association: 'For players, by players'

A Rocket League Players Association has been formed, where a completely "democratic" approach has been taken to allow players to speak for themselves.

Blizzard devs on keeping World of Warcraft's narrative fresh, almost 20 years on

There are plenty of stories to be told in World of Warcraft. However, does the fountain ever run dry? GGRecon sat down with senior developers to ask them more.