Speed Demons, Hidden Doors, and Showing Off Your Gaming Brain: What We're Playing This Week
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Eurogamer's been playing a few different games this week, including a puzzling adventure with a weird ending, a game to show off your video game knowledge, and a fast-paced speedrunner that sounds like a right adrenaline rush.
Right then, gather 'round, mates! This week's been a mixed bag of gaming goodies, from chasing elusive secrets to proving we’re not *completely* useless at remembering old games. Eurogamer's been digging into a few titles, and honestly, some of it sounds right up my alley. Let's have a gander, shall we?
First up, Bertie's been wrestling with something called "Blue Prince," and blimey, does it sound like a right head-scratcher. Apparently, they finally stumbled into Room 46 after a load of faffing about with levers and whatnot. It sounds like the kind of game where you think you've finished, only to find out you've barely scratched the surface – a bit like trying to understand the lore of a FromSoftware title after just one playthrough. The ending felt a bit... abrupt, they reckon, but hey, at least there's more to explore! Though I reckon the enthusiasm has waned, which I’m sure many a gamer can relate to. Been there, smashed that controller, bought the t-shirt (literally, there was a sale).
Now, shifting gears entirely, Tom O's been indulging in a bit of digital peacocking with "Guess the Game" on their phone. This is basically a gaming version of those picture quizzes your aunt sends you on Facebook, but it allows them to flex their encyclopedic knowledge of video game titles on their poor, unsuspecting son. "That's *Tekken 7*, son. *Obviously*. Now, fetch me my tea." Honestly, I can relate. Nothing beats the smug satisfaction of knowing the obscure character from a 20-year-old JRPG when everyone else is clueless. Fair play, Tom O, fair play. Sounds like a perfect way to remind the young 'uns who's boss. Although I bet he’d be stumped by some Web3 titles...
Finally, Bertie's also been tearing it up in "Jetrunner," a first-person acrobatic speedrunner shooter. Think *Neon White* meets *Mirror's Edge*, but with more emphasis on shaving milliseconds off your run time. Sounds bloody intense! It’s all about blasting blue bullseyes while pulling off ridiculous stunts, and apparently, the rewind mechanic is so snappy that you're instantly back in the action after a spectacular faceplant. The beauty is in finding those sneaky shortcuts to ascend the leaderboards. And I’ve always got time for a game that respects your time and immediately allows you to dive back in. Plus there’s a demo on Steam, so you can give it a whirl yourself. Give it a go. You might be pleasantly surprised! Maybe I’ll give it a try myself.
So, there you have it – a glimpse into the gaming lives of the Eurogamer crew. From puzzling adventures to speedrunning shenanigans, it sounds like they've had a busy week. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I've got a high score to beat…
Tags: speedrunning, puzzle games, retro gaming, first-person shooter, indie games
Original article: Eurogamer