The saying that rules are meant to be bent perfectly captures the essence of the 18 Trainers Deck strategy. In traditional trading card games, players often face the risk of a mulligan—revealing no basic Pokémon at the start, shuffling their hand back into the deck, and drawing anew. However, this process grants the opponent an advantage by allowing them to draw an extra card for...

2018 MMO Outlook As 2017 wraps up and the momentum for 2018 continues to build, the Massive Overthinking crew has gathered once more to share their daring and playful forecasts for the upcoming year. Reflecting on our previous predictions, which proved to be quite accurate, we’re feeling confident about what’s on the horizon for the MMO landscape. So, what trends and surprises...

The 2024 Game Awards delivered a night packed with unforgettable moments, celebrating top-tier titles from the past year while teasing exciting projects on the horizon. Fans were treated to a whirlwind of game reveals, trailers, award announcements, and surprising returns, making it a truly memorable event. Among the standout announcements was Naughty Dog’s shift away from The Last of Us...

As the year winds down, many are scrambling to find thoughtful presents for friends and family, especially those who adore LEGO. Fortunately, the extensive range of 2025 LEGO sets ensures there is something for every enthusiast, regardless of age or interest. For fans of sci-fi and space adventures, the LEGO Star Wars lineup continues to impress. The Jango Fett Firespray-Class Starship, with...

2025 MMO Review Highlights Since 2014, each year has seen our comprehensive review of the MMO landscape, and 2025 was no exception. As we wrap up the year, we’re revisiting our extensive awards, articles, and reflections published throughout late December 2025 and early January 2026. Throughout this period, we awarded 23 prestigious honors, complemented by our annual summaries, top...

2026 Esports Roadmap The 2026 competitive landscape for Free Fire is set to undergo significant transformation, as outlined in Garena's latest esports roadmap. The upcoming season will feature an expanded global tournament structure, increasing the number of teams from 18 to 24, with the FFWS global finals scheduled to be held in Bangkok over four weekends starting November 6. This expansion...

Riot Games has revealed the schedule for the 2026 Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) China, marking a significant expansion in the region's esports footprint. This year’s series will span six major Chinese cities, a record for the entire VCT cycle in the region. The season kicks off in Guangzhou, serving as the tournament's opening event and setting the stage for the year. Following this, the...

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Ever feel like gravity is your enemy and the only way to survive is lightning-fast reflexes? Then you might just fall in love with Slope, a deceptively simple yet relentlessly challenging game that's perfect for a quick burst of adrenaline or a long, focused session of skill-building. This isn't your typical, story-driven, world-spanning epic. Slope strips gaming down to its...

Imagine a deck that can eliminate almost every opponent’s Pokémon in a single hit without relying on EX cards—yes, such a strategy exists. The a3a-061 a3a-009 build stands out as one of the most aggressive non-EX configurations, blending consistent damage output with relentless pressure. Its primary focus is to punish slower decks early and seize control before they can...