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‘Metroid Prime’ released on the GameCube on this day 23 years ago (11/18/02) in North America. This was the 5th game in the Metroid franchise and the 1st to be in 3D. It takes place between the original game on NES & ‘Metroid 2: Return of Samus’ (GB). A remastered version released on Switch in 2023.
November 18, 2025 at 11:38 AM
‘Metroid Prime’ released on the GameCube on this day 23 years ago (11/18/02) in North America. This was the 5th game in the Metroid franchise and the 1st to be in 3D. It takes place between the original game on NES & ‘Metroid 2: Return of Samus’ (GB). A remastered version released on Switch in 2023.
Independent studio NebulaVoid Interactive has opened a public playtest for FALLENSTAR, their fast paced roguelike metroidvania. The game drops players onto 347TH2-Terminus with unique classes, tough enemies, and endless progression. Check out our coverage and give the playtest a try today.
November 18, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Independent studio NebulaVoid Interactive has opened a public playtest for FALLENSTAR, their fast paced roguelike metroidvania. The game drops players onto 347TH2-Terminus with unique classes, tough enemies, and endless progression. Check out our coverage and give the playtest a try today.
The Gaming Outsider Podcast records its latest episode LIVE at 7:30 PM CST! We're welcoming TC from developer TigerChainsaw Studios to talk about his upcoming Game Boy game 'Maiden of the Dark'.
Come join the discussion via chat & hear our favorite homebrew games.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jry...
Come join the discussion via chat & hear our favorite homebrew games.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jry...
November 17, 2025 at 11:52 PM
The Gaming Outsider Podcast records its latest episode LIVE at 7:30 PM CST! We're welcoming TC from developer TigerChainsaw Studios to talk about his upcoming Game Boy game 'Maiden of the Dark'.
Come join the discussion via chat & hear our favorite homebrew games.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jry...
Come join the discussion via chat & hear our favorite homebrew games.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jry...
21 years ago today, ‘Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater’ released in North America on the PS2. This action/adventure stealth game was actually the 5th game in the series produced/directed by Hideo Kojima & is a prequel to the series. It was remade for modern platforms this year.
November 17, 2025 at 9:37 AM
21 years ago today, ‘Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater’ released in North America on the PS2. This action/adventure stealth game was actually the 5th game in the series produced/directed by Hideo Kojima & is a prequel to the series. It was remade for modern platforms this year.
73 years ago today (11/16/52), Shigeru Miyamoto released in Sonobe, Kyoto (Japan). He joined Nintendo in 1977 and went on to create some of the most iconic video games of all time including Mario, Donkey Kong, the Legend of Zelda, F-Zero, Starfox & much more!
Happy birthday, Miyamoto-San!
Happy birthday, Miyamoto-San!
November 16, 2025 at 12:43 PM
73 years ago today (11/16/52), Shigeru Miyamoto released in Sonobe, Kyoto (Japan). He joined Nintendo in 1977 and went on to create some of the most iconic video games of all time including Mario, Donkey Kong, the Legend of Zelda, F-Zero, Starfox & much more!
Happy birthday, Miyamoto-San!
Happy birthday, Miyamoto-San!
The PlayStation 4 released in North America 12 years ago today (11/15/13). It sold for $399, which would be around $550 in today’s dollars. It sold over 113 million units before it was discontinued in 2024. Its best-selling game was ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’, which sold over 20 million copies.
November 15, 2025 at 4:16 PM
The PlayStation 4 released in North America 12 years ago today (11/15/13). It sold for $399, which would be around $550 in today’s dollars. It sold over 113 million units before it was discontinued in 2024. Its best-selling game was ‘Marvel’s Spider-Man’, which sold over 20 million copies.
The Gaming Outsider welcomes developer TigerChainsaw Studios to its upcoming podcast recording. They're developing 'Maiden of the Dark' for the original Game Boy & we want to know what other home brew video games you've enjoyed that you think we should check out.
Post your thoughts in the comments!
Post your thoughts in the comments!
November 14, 2025 at 6:45 PM
The Gaming Outsider welcomes developer TigerChainsaw Studios to its upcoming podcast recording. They're developing 'Maiden of the Dark' for the original Game Boy & we want to know what other home brew video games you've enjoyed that you think we should check out.
Post your thoughts in the comments!
Post your thoughts in the comments!
Happy Friday, ya’ll. What are you planning to play over break from the work week? Anything new? What about your backlog?
Pictured below (both releasing today):
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’ - Xbox, PlayStation & PC
‘Where Winds Meet’ - PS5, PC & iOS/Android
Pictured below (both releasing today):
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’ - Xbox, PlayStation & PC
‘Where Winds Meet’ - PS5, PC & iOS/Android
November 14, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Happy Friday, ya’ll. What are you planning to play over break from the work week? Anything new? What about your backlog?
Pictured below (both releasing today):
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’ - Xbox, PlayStation & PC
‘Where Winds Meet’ - PS5, PC & iOS/Android
Pictured below (both releasing today):
‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 7’ - Xbox, PlayStation & PC
‘Where Winds Meet’ - PS5, PC & iOS/Android
25 years ago today (11/14/00), Squaresoft released ‘Final Fantasy IX’ to North America on the PlayStation. Originally released in Japan the previous July, this title was developed alongside FFVIII and went back to its medieval roots in terms of setting. It has sold 8.9 million copies.
November 14, 2025 at 2:43 PM
25 years ago today (11/14/00), Squaresoft released ‘Final Fantasy IX’ to North America on the PlayStation. Originally released in Japan the previous July, this title was developed alongside FFVIII and went back to its medieval roots in terms of setting. It has sold 8.9 million copies.
November 13th, 2007 (18 years ago today) was the release of ‘Assassin’s Creed’ on Xbox 360 & PS3 in North America. The 1st game in the wildly popular series has players assuming the role of Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad during the Third Crusade inside the Animus and Desmond Miles in the present day.
November 13, 2025 at 11:20 AM
November 13th, 2007 (18 years ago today) was the release of ‘Assassin’s Creed’ on Xbox 360 & PS3 in North America. The 1st game in the wildly popular series has players assuming the role of Altaïr Ibn-La'Ahad during the Third Crusade inside the Animus and Desmond Miles in the present day.
‘Super Mario Galaxy’ released on this day 18 years ago on the Wii (11/12/07) in the U.S.
This was the 3rd 3D game in the Mario series. It received a sequel in 2010 & both were remastered on the Switch this year.
There’s even a movie set in this universe slated for release in April 2026.
This was the 3rd 3D game in the Mario series. It received a sequel in 2010 & both were remastered on the Switch this year.
There’s even a movie set in this universe slated for release in April 2026.
November 12, 2025 at 11:40 AM
‘Super Mario Galaxy’ released on this day 18 years ago on the Wii (11/12/07) in the U.S.
This was the 3rd 3D game in the Mario series. It received a sequel in 2010 & both were remastered on the Switch this year.
There’s even a movie set in this universe slated for release in April 2026.
This was the 3rd 3D game in the Mario series. It received a sequel in 2010 & both were remastered on the Switch this year.
There’s even a movie set in this universe slated for release in April 2026.
November 11, 1999 (26 years ago today) was the release of ‘Resident Evil 3: Nemesis’ on the PlayStation in North America. The 3rd game in the series has you play as Jill Valentine as she attempts to escape Raccoon City during the events of RE2 while being pursued by a Terminator-like creature.
November 11, 2025 at 11:04 AM
November 11, 1999 (26 years ago today) was the release of ‘Resident Evil 3: Nemesis’ on the PlayStation in North America. The 3rd game in the series has you play as Jill Valentine as she attempts to escape Raccoon City during the events of RE2 while being pursued by a Terminator-like creature.
Exordium Games and @daedalic.bsky.social bring Bloodgrounds to Early Access! This brutal turn-based gladiator roguelite features deep tactical combat, roguelite progression, and a 25% launch discount on Steam & Steam Deck.
November 11, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Exordium Games and @daedalic.bsky.social bring Bloodgrounds to Early Access! This brutal turn-based gladiator roguelite features deep tactical combat, roguelite progression, and a 25% launch discount on Steam & Steam Deck.
Today marks the 10th anniversary of the release of ‘Fallout 4’ on Xbox One, PS4 & PC (11/10/15). The 4th game in the post apocalyptic RPG series takes place in Boston in the year 2287. In its first 24 hours of launch, it generated $750 million in revenue.
November 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Today marks the 10th anniversary of the release of ‘Fallout 4’ on Xbox One, PS4 & PC (11/10/15). The 4th game in the post apocalyptic RPG series takes place in Boston in the year 2287. In its first 24 hours of launch, it generated $750 million in revenue.
The Gaming Outsider records it next episode TONIGHT at 6:00 PM CST (a day early)!
If you'd like to join us live, simply click the YouTube link in the comments.
We'll be discussing what makes difficult games enjoyable & new games we've played including:
-'Casting Whispers'
-'A Pizza Delivery'
If you'd like to join us live, simply click the YouTube link in the comments.
We'll be discussing what makes difficult games enjoyable & new games we've played including:
-'Casting Whispers'
-'A Pizza Delivery'
November 9, 2025 at 10:13 PM
The Gaming Outsider records it next episode TONIGHT at 6:00 PM CST (a day early)!
If you'd like to join us live, simply click the YouTube link in the comments.
We'll be discussing what makes difficult games enjoyable & new games we've played including:
-'Casting Whispers'
-'A Pizza Delivery'
If you'd like to join us live, simply click the YouTube link in the comments.
We'll be discussing what makes difficult games enjoyable & new games we've played including:
-'Casting Whispers'
-'A Pizza Delivery'
“When I put the controller down, my immediate reaction was that I had wasted an hour and a half.” But that wasn't the whole story.
Marc’s A Pizza Delivery PS5 review dives into a somber indie that hides meaning beneath its gray skies and lonely scooter rides.
Marc’s A Pizza Delivery PS5 review dives into a somber indie that hides meaning beneath its gray skies and lonely scooter rides.
November 9, 2025 at 6:48 PM
“When I put the controller down, my immediate reaction was that I had wasted an hour and a half.” But that wasn't the whole story.
Marc’s A Pizza Delivery PS5 review dives into a somber indie that hides meaning beneath its gray skies and lonely scooter rides.
Marc’s A Pizza Delivery PS5 review dives into a somber indie that hides meaning beneath its gray skies and lonely scooter rides.
‘Halo 2’ released on Xbox & PC 21 years ago today (11/9/04). The sequel wound up being the best-selling OG Xbox game with over 8 million copies sold. Its campaign had you playing as not only Master Chief, but also the alien Arbiter. It was also the 1st game in the series to have online multiplayer.
November 9, 2025 at 1:12 PM
‘Halo 2’ released on Xbox & PC 21 years ago today (11/9/04). The sequel wound up being the best-selling OG Xbox game with over 8 million copies sold. Its campaign had you playing as not only Master Chief, but also the alien Arbiter. It was also the 1st game in the series to have online multiplayer.
Q-Games delivers something truly special with Dreams of Another, a short yet unforgettable third-person experience where creation and destruction intertwine in a dreamlike world.
“This feels wholly original and is refreshing to play and cleanse your gaming palate.”
“This feels wholly original and is refreshing to play and cleanse your gaming palate.”
November 8, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Q-Games delivers something truly special with Dreams of Another, a short yet unforgettable third-person experience where creation and destruction intertwine in a dreamlike world.
“This feels wholly original and is refreshing to play and cleanse your gaming palate.”
“This feels wholly original and is refreshing to play and cleanse your gaming palate.”
The Gaming Outsider records its episode early this week & we want to hear your thoughts on our "From the Outside In" topic!
Do you play games that are punishingly difficult? If yes, what is the appeal for you?Is it pride/status as a gamer? Or do you genuinely enjoy games that hate you?
Do you play games that are punishingly difficult? If yes, what is the appeal for you?Is it pride/status as a gamer? Or do you genuinely enjoy games that hate you?
November 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Gaming Outsider records its episode early this week & we want to hear your thoughts on our "From the Outside In" topic!
Do you play games that are punishingly difficult? If yes, what is the appeal for you?Is it pride/status as a gamer? Or do you genuinely enjoy games that hate you?
Do you play games that are punishingly difficult? If yes, what is the appeal for you?Is it pride/status as a gamer? Or do you genuinely enjoy games that hate you?
@ioi.dk celebrates Bruce Lee’s 85th birthday with a special Elusive Target in Hitman World of Assassination! You’ve got less than two weeks to jump in and claim the Bruce Lee Pack.
November 8, 2025 at 3:07 PM
@ioi.dk celebrates Bruce Lee’s 85th birthday with a special Elusive Target in Hitman World of Assassination! You’ve got less than two weeks to jump in and claim the Bruce Lee Pack.
Welcome to Friday, the “almost” beginning to the weekend. What are you planning to play over the next couple days? Anything new? What about your backlog?
Pictured below:
‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ - Switch 2 (released 11/6)
‘Voidtrain’ - Xbox & PC (released 11/7)
Pictured below:
‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ - Switch 2 (released 11/6)
‘Voidtrain’ - Xbox & PC (released 11/7)
November 7, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Welcome to Friday, the “almost” beginning to the weekend. What are you planning to play over the next couple days? Anything new? What about your backlog?
Pictured below:
‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ - Switch 2 (released 11/6)
‘Voidtrain’ - Xbox & PC (released 11/7)
Pictured below:
‘Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment’ - Switch 2 (released 11/6)
‘Voidtrain’ - Xbox & PC (released 11/7)
19 years ago today, the original ‘Gears of War’ released on Xbox 360. It is still currently the fastest-selling Xbox 360 game to date, selling over a million copies in its first 2 weeks. It eventually ported to PC & was remastered twice. The second time it even released on PlayStation.
November 7, 2025 at 11:16 AM
19 years ago today, the original ‘Gears of War’ released on Xbox 360. It is still currently the fastest-selling Xbox 360 game to date, selling over a million copies in its first 2 weeks. It eventually ported to PC & was remastered twice. The second time it even released on PlayStation.
‘Halo 4’ released on this day 13 years ago (11/6/12) on the Xbox 360. The 7th game of the franchise was the first developed by 343 Industries. It was received well by critics, who were happy to see Master Chief return as the protagonist. It grossed over $300 million its first week of release.
November 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM
‘Halo 4’ released on this day 13 years ago (11/6/12) on the Xbox 360. The 7th game of the franchise was the first developed by 343 Industries. It was received well by critics, who were happy to see Master Chief return as the protagonist. It grossed over $300 million its first week of release.
From @mipumi.com and Skystone Games comes Black Jacket, a twisted reimagining of Blackjack where every hand is a gamble for your soul. The demo is now live on Steam so try your luck against the damned!
November 6, 2025 at 12:20 PM
From @mipumi.com and Skystone Games comes Black Jacket, a twisted reimagining of Blackjack where every hand is a gamble for your soul. The demo is now live on Steam so try your luck against the damned!
Thermite Games and Singular Measure Studio bring dice, cards, and strategy together in Harvest Dice: Abundia’s Blessing! Build, survive, and adapt as every roll shapes your frozen expedition. The Steam page is live now with its first trailer!
November 6, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Thermite Games and Singular Measure Studio bring dice, cards, and strategy together in Harvest Dice: Abundia’s Blessing! Build, survive, and adapt as every roll shapes your frozen expedition. The Steam page is live now with its first trailer!