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A Spoiler-Heavy Blue Prince Review ► Ludology Now!

3 days ago | bonus-action.com | Christopher Teuton

Tonda Ros’ Blue Prince is one of the best puzzle games I have ever played, and a big part of WHY it’s so good comes from the game’s depth.
Autonomica Breezes Past its Kickstarter Goal in Under 24 Hours

1 week ago | bonus-action.com | John Mercury |Laura Gray |Cande Maldonado

Cozy crafting survival game with automation and solarpunk at its core, Autonomica, has smashed its initial funding goal on Kickstarter in just under a day. This wasn’t a small target either, at $170,000/£128,195, but it’s a testament to the development team’s vision. I’ve had my eye on Autonomica for a little while because it does something really unique.
Hatsune Miku Levels Up TUF Gaming Gear in Stunning Collaboration

1 week ago | bonus-action.com | Laura Gray |John Mercury |Cande Maldonado

Fans of adorable gaming gear are in for a treat, as a TUF Gaming x Hatsune Miku accessory line has been unveiled. The TUF brand, brought to gamers by ASUS, offers affordable keyboards, mice, and headsets that boast premium quality. Now, you can be extra cute while gaming with the pink, blue, and white style of this new collaboration.
On Custom Level Editors, or TimeSplitters: Future Perfect’s Mapmaker Mode is Also Perfect ► Ludology Now!

1 week ago | bonus-action.com | Christopher Teuton

The mapmaker mode in TimeSplitters: Future Perfect is one of the best custom level editors ever included in a video game. That’s the only real point I want to make this week. Unlike some issues of Ludology Now! I’m not trying to make a larger statement about the world around us, I’m not doing a deep dive into an important aspect of gaming that needs fixing, and I’m not here to make a plea for a game or cause that needs your help.
Urban Jungle Review - Adorable Story, But Not Quite The Cozy Plant Sim

1 week ago | bonus-action.com | Laura Gray |John Mercury

Conversations around burnout and expectations dominate many personal stories in 2025, and my journey through Urban Jungle was a mixture of grief and sympathy for the main character as she navigated these struggles. While the game wasn’t what I’d been anticipating, it has charms that will delight fans of narrative adventures. When I first sat down to play Urban Jungle, I was prepared for a game that would function more like a sandbox with light narrative elements.
SteelSeries QCK Performance Gaming Mousepad Review - Quality Customization & Control

2 weeks ago | bonus-action.com | Laura Gray |Amanda Kay Oaks

Up until recently, I had given up on finding a mousepad that truly did it all, opting for a colorful tabletop gaming mat instead of the peely, sticky, staticky options I’ve struggled with for years. SteelSeries just banished that mat to the closet, as the QCK Performance mousepad has solved all my problems. The QCK Performance line is made up of three texture options: Balance, Control, and Speed.
Kernel Hearts GDC First Look - An Open World & So Much To See

2 weeks ago | bonus-action.com | Laura Gray |Amanda Kay Oaks

When it comes to stunning fights, challenging grinds, and beautiful characters, Kernel Hearts is already batting a home run. Our early look at the game during GDC 2025 showcased a stunning open world and epic battles that will tantalize every roguelike gamer. While still early in development, Kernel Hearts has already captured the attention of gamers for its stunning art direction and bold storyline.
PowerA Pac-Man Xbox Wireless Controller & Nintendo Switch Case Review - Cute Collectibles With Retro Vibes

2 weeks ago | bonus-action.com | Laura Gray |Amanda Kay Oaks |Cande Maldonado

A very important retro game celebrates its 45th anniversary this year, and PowerA has released a line of adorable console accessories that spotlight Pac-Man and all its dot-munching glory. The Pac-Man Xbox Wireless Controller and Nintendo Switch case are cute, colorful, and perfect for fans of retro vibes and arcade fashion. PowerA is known for quality designs and exciting crossovers.
Missed Connections Gaming: My Summer of Kingdom Hearts

2 weeks ago | bonus-action.com | Amanda Kay Oaks |Cande Maldonado |Laura Gray

Hello, gamers, book nerds, and humans of the internet, and welcome to Missed Connections Gaming. So often, working in games journalism means pushing on to what’s shiny and new. Chasing the hype cycle and making we cover the hot new game. And yes, I love throwing some muppet arms about upcoming cozies and RPGs, but it’s so easy for the great games that are already out there to get lost in the shuffle.
Call of Boba Early Access Review - A Simple Yet Satisfying Gameplay Loop with Room to Grow

2 weeks ago | bonus-action.com | Amanda Kay Oaks

When I played the Call of Boba demo during Steam Next Fest, I fell in love with the unique gameplay loop. Serve boba by day and shoot boba at office job stress monsters by night? Sign me up! So, I was thrilled to have the opportunity to review the Early Access version of the game, which was released on March 10th. Since launching into Early Access, Call of Boba has already seen a number of patches to improve some of the bugs and respond to player feedback.