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mercurynews.com > 01/10/2026 > video-games-2026-5-projects-that-were-excited-to-play

Video games 2026: 5 projects that we're excited to play

Video games 2026: 5 projects that we're excited to play11+ hour, 4+ min ago   (451+ words) The release of 'Grand Theft Auto VI' in 2026 will dominate the gaming world -- but these 5 releases should be on your radar One game will define the upcoming year, and the hype surrounding it is so meteoric that it will likely…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/29/2025 > top-10-video-games-of-2025-indie-titles-dominate-a-year-overshadowed-by-ai

Top 10 video games of 2025: Indie titles dominate a year overshadowed by AI

Top 10 video games of 2025: Indie titles dominate a year overshadowed by AI1+ week, 5+ day ago   (838+ words) When it comes to video games, players abhor AI. It's associated with slop and the deluge of nice-looking but cheaply made games. That has created a hunger for authenticity. Players want games made by human artists with code that's crafted…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/23/2025 > call-of-duty-vince-zampella-crash

Details released of California car crash that killed Vince Zampella, ‘Call of Duty’ co-creator

Details released of California car crash that killed Vince Zampella, ‘Call of Duty’ co-creator2+ week, 4+ day ago   (291+ words) Video game developer Vince Zampella, known for co-creating the popular game "Call of Duty," was killed Sunday when his Ferrari crashed on a Southern California mountain road. A report released by the California Highway Patrol's Altadena division gave the details…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/22/2025 > obit-vince-zampella

Vince Zampella, video game pioneer behind ‘Call of Duty,’ dies at 55

Vince Zampella, video game pioneer behind ‘Call of Duty,’ dies at 552+ week, 5+ day ago   (241+ words) Vince Zampella, one of the creators behind such best-selling video games as "Call of Duty," has died. He was 55. Video game company Electronic Arts said Zampella died Sunday. The company did not disclose a cause of death. In 2010, Zampella founded…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/19/2025 > review-scuf-valor-pro-wireless-is-a-top-notch-xbox-controller-with-one-flaw

Review: SCUF Valor Pro Wireless is a top-notch Xbox controller with one flaw

Review: SCUF Valor Pro Wireless is a top-notch Xbox controller with one flaw3+ week, 1+ day ago   (382+ words) SCUF Gaming has built a reputation for innovation and for pushing the boundaries of controller design. It's the company that holds the patent on back paddles and trigger stops, two features that have become staples of Pro controller design. The…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/18/2025 > beach-boys-al-jardine-concert-review-carmel

Review: Dig Beach Boys music but not current band? Try this instead

Review: Dig Beach Boys music but not current band? Try this instead3+ week, 2+ day ago   (825+ words) For the sizable contingent of music lovers who want to get their Beach Boys concert fix " without actually going to see the current version of the band itself " I am pleased to offer up a great option: The Rock and…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/15/2025 > the-best-sims-games-for-endless-creative-gameplay

The best Sims games for endless creative gameplay

The best Sims games for endless creative gameplay3+ week, 5+ day ago   (227+ words) The Sims is a perfect example of taking a simple concept and executing it flawlessly. This popular game series allows you to make numerous characters, then monitor and affect their lives as they interact with one another and their city....

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mercurynews.com > 12/12/2025 > review-keeper-video-game

Review: Bay Area hikes an inspiration for a walking lighthouse in ‘Keeper’

Review: Bay Area hikes an inspiration for a walking lighthouse in ‘Keeper’4+ week, 1+ day ago   (557+ words) Inspiration for video games can sprout from anywhere. A slice of pizza turned into "Pac-Man." Trouble driving up a hill in the snow inspired a key mechanic in director Hidetaka Miyazaki's "Souls" series. When it comes to "Keeper," the latest…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/11/2025 > six-intriguing-games-from-day-of-the-devs-showcase

Six intriguing games from Day of the Devs showcase

Six intriguing games from Day of the Devs showcase4+ week, 2+ day ago   (522+ words) Awaysis," Rockbeasts" and Scramble Knights Royale" are among the highlights of indie titles With so many projects vying for attention, it's difficult for indie developers to break through the noise. That's where Day of the Devs comes in. The nonprofit…...

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mercurynews.com > 12/09/2025 > review-for-disappointed-civ-fans-anno-117-will-scratch-that-strategy-itch

Review: For disappointed ‘Civ’ fans, ‘Anno 117’ will scratch that strategy itch

Review: For disappointed ‘Civ’ fans, ‘Anno 117’ will scratch that strategy itch1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (236+ words) With "Sid Meier's Civilization VII" a disappointment, "Anno" has an opportunity to snag the strategy game spotlight. The Ubisoft franchise has been in the shadow of Firaxis' long-running classic, though it takes a different approach when it comes to mixing…...