CultureCultureThe Story Behind Solomon's Key, One Of The Most Challenging NES GamesConstellations, block puzzles, magic, and a Taoist monk collide in this odd but extremely difficult puzzle game…ByPeter TieryasPublishedDecember 31, 2019
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CultureKotaku Game DiaryCultureKotaku Game DiaryMy Favorite Casual Game Became My Hardcore ObsessionWe all have games that we play to relax. They’re waiting for us when we get home, with low stakes and a casual…ByHeather AlexandraPublishedDecember 26, 2019
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CultureCultureThe Week In Games: One More Wii U Game...It is nearly 2020 and yet, on this list of games releasing this week, you will find a Wii U game. It’s a Christmas…ByZack ZwiezenPublishedDecember 22, 2019
OpinionImpressionsOpinionImpressionsLego's New Apple Arcade Game Is A Quiet, Thoughtful PuzzlerLego Builder’s Journey, out today on Apple Arcade, is a far cry from the usual lighthearted and playful Lego video…ByMike FaheyPublishedDecember 20, 2019
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