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Giovanni Colantonio

Giovanni Colantonio

Section Editor, Gaming

Giovanni is a writer and video producer focusing on happenings in the video game industry. He has contributed stories to Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He was previously a segment producer on Polygon's daily gaming show Speedrun and he currently hosts the Left Trigger Right Trigger podcast. Four Tetris 99 wins, and counting.

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The 7th Guest VR is an ingenious reimagining of a PC gaming classic

We tried out The 7th Guest VR, which ingeniously reimagines a foundational 1993 PC classic as a modern escape room game.
Gaming Features
An angel reads a scroll in Blasphemous 2 art.

Blasphemous 2 review: challenging Metroidvania will test your faith

So long as you can keep your faith during its most frustrating moments, Blasphemous 2 is a Metroidvania worthy of devotion.
Gaming Reviews
A group of astronauts stand together in Astronaut: The Best.

I sent a reptilian to space in Steam’s weirdest, wildest new game

I won an intergalactic boxing match, partied on an alien space cruise, and sent a reptilian to space in th bizarrely inventive PC game Astronaut: The Best.
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Hermes and Grace jump through a door in Stray Gods.

Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical is a theater kid’s dream come true

Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical lacks pizzazz, but that might not bother musical theater lovers.
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Ayaneo 2S review: Steam Deck rival is all power, no panache

The Ayaneo 2S might be the most powerful portable PC on the market, but that comes with some big compromises.
Gaming Reviews
Astrion holds his chin in Baldur's Gate 3.

Hear me out, Baldur’s Gate 3 is the hottest new couple’s game

What's more romantic than slaying Mind Flayers together in Baldur's Gate 3?
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A Drow prepares to throw an item in Baldur's Gate 3.

Before starting Baldur’s Gate 3, you’ll need to know these Dungeons & Dragons basics

If you've never played Dungeons & Dragons before, you'll want to know these tabletop nuances before starting Baldur's Gate 3.
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A female adventurer with scales on her face.

Do you need to play the first two Baldur’s Gate games before playing 3?

Haven't played the first two Baldur's Gate games, but want to hop into 3? Here's what you'll need to know before getting started.
Gaming Guides
A party of heroes stands on a cliff in Baldur's Gate 3.

Here’s when you can expect our Baldur’s Gate 3 review

Baldur's Gate 3 is an enormous game and we're taking our time with it. Here's what we think so far and when you can expect our full review.
Gaming Features
Venba, Paavaran, and Kavin enjoy dinner together.

Venba review: powerful Tamil cooking game is one of 2023’s best

Venba explores Tamil culture through an elegantly written story and mouth-watering cooking interludes.
Gaming Reviews
Two players play Nintendo Switch.

This hidden Switch feature will change the way you play Nintendo games

If you've ever found yourself frustrated with your Joy-con, this lesser-known Nintendo Switch feature will change the game.
Gaming Features
Sanrio characters hang out on a beach in Hello Kitty: Island Adventure.

Hello Kitty: Island Adventure should be your next mobile game obsession

Hello Kitty: Island Adventure is an adorable riff on Animal Crossing, even if it doesn't come with all the same hooks.
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You have to see the original Twisted Metal’s lost live-action endings

The new Twisted Metal show isn't the series' first foray into live-action. Feast your eyes on the PS1 original's bizarre lost endings.
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A Pikachu sleeps on a bed.

Pokémon Sleep shows the power and pitfalls of a gamified health app

One adorable week with Pokémon Sleep left me with some complicated questions about gamification in health apps.
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An Xbox home screen shows Starfield.

All Xbox home screens are getting a PS5-style makeover starting today

All Xbox consoles are getting a fresh face-lift, with a home screen redesign reminiscent of the PS5's interface.
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Mimi paddles down a river in a kayak in Dordogne.

5 underrated Xbox Game Pass games you should play while you still can

Xbox Game Pass is loaded with hidden gems that are easy to miss. Here's 5 games that you should add to your backlog.
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This forgotten 1983 vinyl made Mario history, but it could never be created today

Before Mario even had his own game, four moonlighting musicians gave him a voice on an offbeat album from Nintendo’s wildest era.
Gaming Features
Honor and Miss Terri stand back to back in Murder by Numbers.

Don’t miss this free Epic Games Store gem from the creators of Fall Guys

Epic Games Store latest freebie is a 90s murder mystery puzzle game that you need to try.
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A fire enemy attacks a red Pikmin in Pikmin 4.

Pikmin 4: how long does it take to beat the main story and postgame

Pikmin 4 is the longest game in the series to date, with tons of extra content to dig into. Here's how long it'll take to see it all.
Gaming Guides
Pikmin run from a giant spider in Pikmin 4.

Pikmin 4 tips that newcomers and series veterans need to know before starting

Whether you're brand new to Pikmin or a series veteran, here are a few tips you'll want to know before starting Pikmin 4.
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An illustration of a Snorlax and other Pokémon napping from the Pokémon Sleep trailer.

Pokémon Sleep is here and it features some surprising microtransactions

Pokémon Sleep is out now and free to download, but you can spend quite a bit of money on it due to its microtransactions.
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A group of players fights a T-Rex in Exoprimal.

Exoprimal review: Capcom’s dinosaur shooter is ridiculous in all the right ways

Exoprimal is a gleefully fun dinosaur shooter that gets more innovative the more rounds you play.
Gaming Reviews
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Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition is going to take even longer

Microsoft and Activision Blizzard have agreed to move the deadline for its impending merger, narrowly avoiding yesterday's cutoff.
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The player stands with Oatchi and some Red Pikmin in Pikmin 4.

Pikmin 4 review: standout Switch exclusive is a master of multitasking

Pikmin 4 trades in stress and chaos for a rewarding strategy-puzzle hybrid that puts players' multitasking skills to the test.
Gaming Reviews
Leviathan traps a player in Exoprimal.

I hope every multiplayer game copies Exoprimal’s best feature

Exoprimal features a smart approach to storytelling in an online multiplayer game that games like Overwatch could learn from.
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Characters pose outside of a kingdom in Let's Revoltion.

This fantasy Minesweeper roguelite is my new Steam Deck buddy

Let's! Revolution! is an ingenious little puzzler that turns Minesweeper into a short, but sweet roguelite.
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A pot full of ingredients appears in Venba.

Venba celebrates South Indian culture through more meaningful video game cooking

Set to launch later this month, Venba aims to make the cooking video game genre more meaningful.
Gaming Features
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Viewfinder review: mind-bending PS5 puzzler is a celebration of human ingenuity

Viewfinder is one of gaming's great magic tricks thanks to a mind-bending puzzle hook that wows from start to finish.
Gaming Reviews
The GameCube startup screen appears mid animation.

We ranked all the best (and worst) video game system startup sounds

From the PlayStation to the Steam Deck, plenty of game systems have given us memorable startup sounds. But which one is the best?
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The Playdate’s best game is coming to Nintendo Switch and PC this month

You'll soon be able to play one of the Playdate's best games on Nintendo Switch and PC.
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A Macho Man statue stands tall in WrestleQuest.

WrestleQuest turns your WWF nostalgia into a turn-based RPG, and it works

If you grew up smashing your Macho Man and Jake the Snake action figures together, WrestleQuest might be the RPG for you.
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A triangular portal opens up in Oxenfree II: Lost Signals.

Oxenfree II: Lost Signals review: eerie sequel is a must-play for Netflix subscribers

Netflix's gaming efforts pay off with Oxenfree II: Lost Signals, an eerie, introspective sequel that's a must-play for subscribers.
Gaming Reviews
Cloud, Zack, and Sephiroth stand back to back in Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion.

Follow up Final Fantasy XVI with these 6 Square Enix game deals this Prime Day

If you're looking for something to play after Final Fantasy XVI, several Square Enix games are currently on sale for Prime Day.
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Characters shooting in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

Microsoft wins FTC case, removing Xbox’s biggest Activision Blizzard acquisition hurdle

Microsoft has won its war with the FTC, paving the way for the company to close its troubled Activision Blizzard acquisition.
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