Today's Wordle clues, hints and answer for August 2 (#1505)
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Why Grounded 2 is already AMAZING | Hot Drop
Grounded 2 releases into Early Access today but is already shaping up to be one of our favourite survival games of the year! In this Hot Drop, we break down Grounded 2's new map, the improved combat, the game changing new "buggy" system that has you riding soldier ants into battle, and the Swiss army knife style "omni-tool" which makes gathering easier.
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Mafia's INCREDIBLE graphics evolution: 2002-2025
The graphics in Mafia games have come a long way since the 2002 original. To celebrate the release of Mafia: The Old Country we’re looking back at the graphical evolution of the series so far. From the groundbreaking realism of the original Mafia to the stunning Unreal Engine 5 visuals of the latest entry, we explore how each game raised the bar. Join us as we chart two decades of visual innovation in one of gaming’s most iconic crime sagas.
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PEAK developer interview: Unexpected success and big update coming soon
PEAK has become one of the unexpected hits of the summer with over 5 million copies sold, surprising even the devs, Aggro Crab and LandFall Games. In an interview with PC Gamer, Nick Kaman (Studio Head at Aggro Crab) opens up on the game's development, what we can expect from future updates, and what he's enjoying most about the game's success and watching all of us play.
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Free cozy PC games you should try | Cozy Corner
We all know that games are getting more expensive as each day passes, but don't worry. There are still plenty of options for those who don't want to splash any cash on their next adventure. This week in Cozy Corner, Kara whisks you through some of her favourite free games, so you've got a list of new journeys to work your way through. Or, at the very least, a stack of titles to add to your never ending backlog.
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AMD RX 9060 XT vs Nvidia RTX 5060 | Critical Rig
It's time for another graphics card face off! This week Andy is putting the AMD 9060XT up against Nvidia's RTX 5060. Which will come out on top?
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Is Cronos: The New Dawn the Future of Horror Gaming?
At Summer Game Fest 2025, we caught up with some of the Bloober Team to dive deep into their brand-new survival horror game, Cronos: The New Dawn Long – and it might just be their most terrifying project yet! Sponsored by OMEN.
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King of Meat is total co-op chaos
Get ready to slice, smash, and scream with your squad in King of Meat! A 1–4 player co-op hack-and-slash from the creative minds at Glowmade. We spoke to the developers at Summer Games Fest about the game and the Dungeon Create Mode. Sponsored by OMEN.
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Everything we know about Haunted Chocolatier | Cozy Corner
Today we are delving into the next adventure from Stardew Valley creator ConcernedApe. Anyone who's ever dipped a toe into the pond of cozy gaming will have more than likely heard about Haunted Chocolatier, a chocolatier meets life simulator. But, no matter how popular the game has gotten since it was first revealed, little information about what to expect has actually been shared. We've broken down everything there is to know about the game so you can get all the information you need right here.
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Elden Ring Nightreign review
Nightreign is FromSoftware's wildest experiment since the 90's - an intense, co-op remix of Elden Ring with randomized loot, brutal bosses, and unpredictable chaos. Watch as PC Gamer's Tyler Colp takes on this surprising, frustrating, brilliant mess of a battle-royale style RPG and gives his verdict.
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Why We Still Play The Witcher 3: A Decade Of Greatness
PC Gamer discusses the legacy of The Witcher 3, the 2015 RPG that remains one of the PC's most beloved games.
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Kittens, Kerbals and Kiwis: DayZ Creator Dean Hall talks Kitten Space Agency
We caught up with Hall recently and enjoyed a wide-ranging discussion on Kitten Space Agency’s development, his gripes with how games are priced and published, the lessons learned from Icarus’ troubled launch, and much more.
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Titan Quest 2 is a chill Greek holiday compared to the live service complexity of ARPGs like Diablo 4 and Path of Exile 2
Myths and monsters Relax in the sun.
The best Steam Deck games
Steam On The games everyone should have installed on Valve's gaming handheld.
007 First Light: All the key details on IO Interactive's upcoming stealth action game
Icebreaker Agent 47 walked so 007 could run.
How to get and use the Sizzling Key in Grounded 2
Forged in Fire Conquer the Network Centre and claim your prize, the Spicy Coaltana.
Best gaming headsets in 2025: I'd bet my ears on these headphones
Quality cans Treat your ears to some treacle with the best gaming headsets.
Razer BlackShark V3 gaming headset review
Score: 91% Finally, a wireless headset to topple the all-conquering Cloud Alpha.
All Grounded 2 Omni-Tool upgrades and when you can expect Tier 3 tools
Power Tool Solve those mysterious Tier 3 Omni-Tool upgrades.
The UK's new age verification is a privacy nightmare, but it doesn't need to be
Verified "They are over exposing data to prove a simple point, but there are ample alternatives."
Don't ask me how many peasant soldiers I've sent to their demise in this roguelike deckbuilder where your cards can suffer slow, painful permadeath
KING HELL The Royal Writ is brutal in ways both exciting and frustrating.
How to get Hinomai seeds in Grow a Garden
Let it grow A valuable plant to get your paws on when you can.
Best microphone for gaming in 2025: from streaming to podcast mics, these are my top picks
Mouth Noises Make your voice heard with the best microphones for streaming and gaming.
Best weapons and armour in Grounded 2
Bug Basher Turn even the wolf spider into mincemeat.
How to get and use the Frostbitten Key in Grounded 2
Stay Frosty Brave the chills of the ice cream truck.
Razer BlackShark V3 Pro review
Score: 79% Great audio and ANC comes at a frustrating cost.
Budget or bust? I think this $26 Amazon Basics USB desktop microphone should make more expensive models a little nervous
Budget or bust It sounds surprisingly good for the cash, and no one's happier about that than me.
Marvel Rivals Season 3.5 release date, Blade abilities, and more
Vampire Hunter The Abyss Awakens mid-season update finally sees Blade join the fray.
This roguelike auto-battler has me obsessed with doing entire RPG adventures in 5 minutes
LORD OF THE RUNS He Is Coming is a clever, surprising, and sometimes frustrating exercise in videogame minimalism.
The best free PC games
Freebies Forever Our frequently updated selection of the best free games right now.
5 stealthy lessons the live-action Assassin's Creed Netflix series could learn from the clumsy live-action Assassin's Creed movie
Make Hay (With a little help from A Minecraft Movie.)
How well do you know Balatro's jokers? Try to ace our latest quiz!
Joker Poker Ante up! Let's see if you're a true card sharp or just a flop.
