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Take a trip through the wide web of influences that helped make Death Stranding 2

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 11:52 AM
    

Playing Day of the Shell, I'm struck with a desire to see more games like it. The new roguelike from indie developer Duper Games has all the grid-based, turn-based tactics of XCOM, but trades out the squad strategy for a single character. Tasking you with battling through a series of pretty island battlefields and overcoming vicious boss fights, it offers some real build variety that rewards you for carefully considering your play style, and might be one of the most stylish alternatives to XCOM since the mighty Mario and Rabbids.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 11:25 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We've added the names of new crops from the Grow a Garden trading and cooking update.

Need a Grow a Garden value list? If you're wondering if it makes sense to bankrupt yourself by buying that super rare seed you've got your eye on, our list of Grow a Garden crop prices should help you out. Though weight, mutation, yield, and growth time all play a part in the value of a fruit, vegetable, or flower, there's some simple logic to keep in mind.

New to the world of Roblox horticulture? Check out the latest Grow a Garden codes for some free seeds to get you started. Once you've established your allotment, take a peek at the Grow a Garden seeds tier list to see what's worth ditching once your planting space starts to fill up with valuable perennials.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 11:21 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're looking around the cooking pot for new Grow a Garden codes during the huge Trading and cooking update.

Need new Grow a Garden codes? Now confirmed as the biggest Roblox game of all time, Grow a Garden codes can help you, well… grow your garden! Get loads of free seed packs and other boosts by redeeming each new code before it expires.

Given it's a game you don't always have to pay close attention to - and by that we mean your garden continues to grow while you're offline - you can jump into other picks from our best Roblox games list while you wait for things to grow. For freebies elsewhere, look to our guides on Mugen codes, Climb and Jump codes, and maybe even Basketball Legends codes if you're the sporty type.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 11:20 AM
    

August 2, 2025: The long-awaited arrival of trading (and cooking) are part of today's new Grow a Garden update.

When is the next Grow a Garden update? Grow a Garden has quickly become the biggest Roblox game of all time with over two million active players. Fighting through the noise of anime RPGs and obbys, this tycoon game stands out in a field of its own thanks to its relaxing farming sim gameplay and idle progress.

Another reason for the Roblox game's immense popularity might be the creator's dedication to providing regular content updates. New Grow a Garden pets, seeds, mutations, and more are added every week, making it one of the best Roblox games around. If your garden is full of watermelons and bamboo right now, you might be wondering which new GaG seeds to grab during the next Grow a Garden update, so here's what we know so far

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 10:17 AM
    

Spurred by Oblivion Remastered, I recently dipped back into Skyrim, and it's still Bethesda's finest thanks to its stunning world and the sense of adventure found in exploring its dungeons. However, it does feel a tad dated by modern standards gameplay wise. With little chance of seeing The Elder Scrolls 6 until at least next year at the earliest, new fantasy game Fatekeeper has caught my eye, and its brutal first-person action RPG stylings might just fill that Skyrim-shaped gap in my Steam library.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:36 AM
    

"How can you expect anyone to love you" - I say to an NPC shadowboxing just outside of a small temple - "if you don't love yourself?" He's fretting about not having found a wife yet and has pinned his relationship troubles to a lack of success in his personal life. I can type to this NPC, who then replies with the oddly specific yet hollow tone of an AI chatbot, as I desperately try to talk sense into him.

He doesn't respond well to my well-meaning attempts at instilling some self-worth, and eventually, wordlessly, he turns on me. I am, of course, a mega martial arts man, so I dispatch him without trouble. The interaction is bizarre, pointless, and leaves me feeling a little strange. So, Where Winds Meet.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:19 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We added new HSR codes from the version 3.5 livestream.

What are the new Honkai Star Rail codes? If you're just starting your adventure through developer HoYoverse's gacha RPG, you might be wondering if there are any freebies to give you a boost. Thankfully, HoYoverse has delivered, and we've got the complete list of working promo codes for you to redeem.

HSR codes are released periodically and often appear in livestreams and social channels ahead of major updates. These codes can net you some high-value currency, including Honkai Star Rail Stellar Jade, which you can use to pull the best characters from Honkai Star Rail banners. To save you time, we've collected all the latest promo codes in Honkai Star Rail, so be sure to check back regularly before they expire.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:33 AM
    

August 2, 2025: New Mugen codes are due with the Sunday Mist style update.

What are the new Mugen codes? The next in a long line of anime-inspired Roblox games is taking the player-made games platform by storm. Get a head start or catch up to your friends in a jiffy with this list of limited-time redeemables before they're replaced with fewer and fewer goodies as time goes on.

Looking for other popular games to grind on the platform? Check out the latest Blox Fruits codes to jump into a mainstay, or Attack on Titan Revolution codes if you're after a slight change of pace. And if you want something massively different, try Grow a Garden codes instead.

Continue reading Mugen codes August 2025
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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:17 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're prepping for the launch of new Bubble Gum Simulator Infinity codes for the upcoming release of World 3.

What are the latest Bubble Gum Simulator Infinity codes? We've scoured Discord, Twitter, and every other social platform the game uses to find new Roblox BGSI game codes you can use to score some easy freebies. Get the edge in your bubble-blowing adventures by staying on top of new code drops before they expire.

If you're a big Roblox fan, check out the latest codes for other huge games on the platform. We're always on the lookout for new Blue Lock Rivals codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Dress to Impress codes just a name a few. In fact, we have well over 100 Roblox games we're constantly scouting for codes.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:08 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We've checked the usual places for new Roblox promo codes for free UGC.

What are the new Roblox promo codes? Whether you're after new cosmetic pets, clothes, accessories, or a whole new avatar, promo codes are the easiest way to keep your character looking fresh without parting with your not-so-free Robux. New Roblox codes appear in events and brand giveaways, and our up-to-date list of valid codes is the best way to find out what's currently available to redeem.

Unlike codes for specific Roblox games like Blox Fruit codes, Fisch codes, and All Star Tower Defense X codes, Roblox promo codes unlock free items you can show off to your friends across all Roblox communities. While Roblox music codes unlock universal tracks for your boombox, promo codes exclusively consist of cosmetic items.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:05 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We've had another long look around for new Pet Simulator 99 codes.

What are the new Pet Simulator 99 codes? If you're lucky (and timely), getting a bunch of free gems in Big Games' 2023 pet collecting game can be as easy as typing a few letters into a box. We expect PS99 codes to become increasingly rare as time goes on, perhaps even being tied solely to physical merch like plushies, lucky bags, and playsets. We've seen it happen before.

Pet Simulator 99 is the third Pet Simulator Roblox game from Preston and Big GAmes. Though it hasn't replaced Pet Simulator X codes directly, it gets the big updates these days. If leaving your old collection behind doesn't sound fun, consider checking out Blade Ball codes or Blox Fruits codes instead.

PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:07 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're sprinting across the finish lines (yes, all of them) for new Race Clicker codes.

What are the new Race Clicker codes? We've compiled a list of all the new Roblox Race Clicker game codes for free wins and boosts in this click-to-win simulator. The codes can be redeemed in-game, providing many competitive advantages to help you win the clicking frenzy.

The game is simple, the faster you click, the faster you go. Some of the codes offer free auto clicks and pets, while you can get boosts and luck for a limited time. If you're looking for further Roblox freebies, we regularly update our lists of the latest Anime Adventures codes, Blox Fruits codes, and All Star Tower Defense codes.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 8:00 AM
    

August 2, 2025: Mimic the ambience of a bustling metropolis with this new Brookhaven code.

What are the new Brookhaven codes? Brookhaven is one of the most popular sandbox games on the Roblox platform, allowing you to meet up with friends and explore the town's bustling streets and sleepy suburbs. Our Brookhaven codes can put a little pep in your step as you act out different scenarios with some free music for your portable speakers.

Brookhaven offers a ton of freedom, so there are no pesky limitations to sidestep – you can snap up new houses and tear up the tarmac with various cars and bikes. Our Brookhaven codes grant you access to a whole playlist of popular tunes to serve as your soundtrack while you're at it. We've also got Doors codes, King Legacy codes, and Anime Adventures codes if you're searching for all the best goodies available across the Roblox platform.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 7:59 AM
    

August 2, 2025: Get a whimsical look with a new Berry Avenue code for the week.

What are the new Berry Avenue codes? Rather than being a conventional Roblox game that uses tower defense, RPG, or shooting game-style mechanics, Berry Avenue is a playground where you can buy a house, work a job, or drive around without a care in the world looking fabulous, and the latest Berry Avenue game codes can pad out your wardrobe.

However, you may have noticed that everyone else looks much more stylish than most Roblox experiences. Is this because of the time they spent playing the roleplay sandbox game or perhaps linked to how much they paid in real-world money? While you're here, you should know that we also keep lists of Blox Fruits codes, King Legacy codes, and Anime Adventures codes to get you some free items and rolls for those games.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 7:25 AM
    

Divisive survival game remaster Ark Survival Ascended is once again turning to its top modders to expand the core game's creature roster, and Studio Wildcard's new update adds one of my favorite extinct animals. Often known colloquially as the "buzzsaw killer," the Ark Helicoprion might actually be one of the less terrifying inhabitants of the oceans once you get past its intimidating appearance. Manage to befriend one and it could even make for a fantastic companion, whether you're crafting or looking to explore the deep water.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:30 AM
    

There's a game that's going under everyone's radar, and despite it being free-to-play, it's criminally underrated already. That game is Terminull Brigade, a fusion of roguelite and looter-shooter action that works incredibly well, and after hours of playing it already, I have already put it up as one of my favorite roguelites, rivalling Hades and Risk of Rain - even if it doesn't beat out the former just yet.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:28 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're keeping a close eye on the ring for new Untitled Boxing Game codes.

What are the new Untitled Boxing Game codes? These freebies will light your fists on fire with tons of extra spins. This relatively secretive Roblox brawler is gearing up for a big release, and its dynamic camera and fancy footwork already have it feeling like a beat-'em-up poised for the big leagues. Climb into the ring and fight fair. Just use a few codes beforehand. Nobody needs to know.

Ready your fists and challenge anyone in this Roblox arena to a punching match. Stand your ground, stay on your toes, and keep your head in the game. And if you can't quite cut it, we have plenty of Shindo Life codes for you to use instead, with Blox Fruits codes and King Legacy codes available if you're more of a pirate than a ninja.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:23 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're looking for new Strongman Simulator codes for the JLab collab.

What are the current Strongman Simulator codes? If you want to pump some iron and need that little extra boost, then you've come to the right place. Here we have all the current Strongman Simulator game codes and rewards to buff your movement speed, energy earned, and potential workout gains when exercising with dumbbells.

Of course, we also have codes for other macho sports-based Roblox games, including Muscle Legends codes, Punch Wall codes, and Legends of Speed codes. For now, though, if you want to get strong specifically in Strongman Simulator, here are some bonuses you can gain to maximize your workout.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:31 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're speeding through Green Hill Zone once more looking for new Sonic Speed Simulator codes ahead of a likely weekend update.

What are the codes for Sonic Speed Simulator? Well, we've confirmed all working Sonic Speed Simulator game codes you can redeem for essential rewards like Chaos and in-game boosts. If you love Roblox games and the blue blur, this is the game you'll want to play using the codes in this guide.

Sonic Speed Simulator sits among fun Roblox titles which are based on popular shows and franchises, and we've got freebies similar to Solo Leveling Arise codes and Anime Dimensions codes. To make this Sonic racing experience even better, you can redeem these to unlock stat-buffing Chaos and various boosts to give you an edge over other players.

To guarantee you'll avoid disappointment when trying to redeem them, we've tested all of the active Sonic Speed Simulator codes below so you can earn and enjoy your new bonuses right away.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:29 AM
    

August 2, 2025: With teases and livestreams showcasing new maps and modes, we're looking for new War Tycoon codes.

What are the new War Tycoon codes? If you're tired of having enemy players storm your base to steal your oil reserves or just need a speedy vehicle to transport the oil barrels back to your encampment, then chances are you need a quick boost to your cash reserves.

No matter if you're starting to build up your arsenal or need that extra bit of help against the competition in order to capture key points on the map, these active War Tycoon codes provide plenty of prizes to assist you in this popular Roblox experience. While you're here, there are plenty of codes for other games on the platform, such as Blox Fruits codes, Blade Ball codes, and Project Slayers codes, among many others.

Continue reading War Tycoon codes August 2025
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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:12 AM
    

Helldivers 2 still remains a revelation, and one of the most gloriously satisfying co-op games in years, but if you're craving a change of scenery, a new Starship Troopers: Extermination free weekend is the ideal chance to try the rival co-op FPS out. Built in the bug-blasting fictional universe that inspired Helldivers and launched into full release in October 2024, it's earned itself a 'very positive' 81% Steam review score from nearly 30,000 player ratings. Now, you can try it for free on Steam if you're quick, and even grab it at half price if you like what you see.

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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:20 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We've had another long drive around the county in the hopes of finding new Southwest Florida codes.

What are the latest Southwest Florida codes? In this RPG, you can become whoever you want to be. More often than not, though, the goal is to earn enough cash to buy the best ride that money can buy. Some codes will give you more than enough to afford a new car, while others will put you closer to buying your dream vehicle.

To afford this lifestyle, you'll need cold, hard cash, and with these Southwest Florida codes, you'll have plenty to spend on nice cars in this Roblox experience. Of course, there are other similar games available, so if you'd rather take to the crime-filled streets, we have all the current Da Hood codes and Pet Simulator 99 codes. Or if you prefer something a little more chill, then these Berry Avenue codes may help you get the best outfit.

PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:17 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're looking for new Ro Ghoul codes for August.

What are the Roblox Ro Ghoul codes? Despite still being in beta, Ro Ghoul, inspired by Tokyo Ghoul, is one of the most popular Roblox games at the moment. The developer, Sushi Walrus, celebrates this regularly with some great in-game redemption codes, and we've tested all the latest ones.

In Ro Ghoul, you take on the role of either an investigator or a ghoul as you try and defeat the other group and stay alive. If you're after some bonus in-game currency, we've got all the latest Ro Ghoul codes you need, but if you're here, then you're a Roblox fan, so you should also take a look at the latest Grow a Garden codes and all the most up-to-date Roblox promo codes.

Continue reading Ro Ghoul codes August 2025
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PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:19 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We're looking for new Slap Battles codes to mark the release of July gloves like Reflect and Screwdriver.

What are the new Slap Battles codes? In this Roblox experience, the only thing that matters is getting the most slaps. For each one you get, you can work your way closer to having the most destructive palm in the galaxy.

So, if you want to have the most powerful slapping hand, you'll need to work for it. There are plenty of other Roblox experiences out there if this one loses its appeal, and we have the latest freebies for the likes of Blade Ball codes, Anime Last Stand codes, and Toilet Tower Defense codes. Without further ado, these Slap Battles codes will give you a bit of a boost to get started.

PCGamesN Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:18 AM
    

August 2, 2025: We've had a renewed look for new Shindo Life codes.

What are the new Shindo Life codes? Shindo Life is among the most popular gacha games on the Roblox platform thanks to its lightning-fast action, wealth of unlockables, and Naruto-like vibes. Developer RellGames is also an extremely active creator, delivering a tight weekly update schedule and serving up regular codes for rellcoins, spins, double XP, and more.

If you want to stay ahead of the competition, you'd be wise to make use of our codes list down below, which we update regularly to bring you the latest rewards before they're gone. We'll also explain how to redeem Roblox Shindo Life codes as well as when you can expect new codes to arrive.

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Twinfinite Saturday, August 2, 2025 6:20 AM
    
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Siliconera Saturday, August 2, 2025 9:00 AM
    

Review: Time Flies Is a Short Novelty game

Time Flies is the kind of small game you open for a bit, play for a few minutes, then you get to be done. It isn't long. It isn't intensive. If you really want to look for all the secrets, maybe you spend a whole hour and a half or so with it. But given each "run" like involves an under 80-second chunk, it's a brief amusement to make your day before you move on to other things.

The idea behind Time Flies is as simple as the game's controls and experience. You are a fly. Based on your online data or selected language option, Playables automatically determines your lifespan. So since I'm in the US, it's about 75 seconds for me. You then need to go through the house and engage in activities to cross items off of your bucket list. You don't need to do them all in one run. I genuinely don't think it is possible. But you can see how much you can do and what secrets are lurking about if explore.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzAwgAIXn28

As the fly in Time Flies, there are no real controls to worry about in the game. The directional pad is used to fly around. If you are close enough to a surface, you will automatically land and start walking. If you enter the range of a more detailed element of the house, it will automatically zoom into the area. Interactions involve flying or walking into an item to hit it and cause a reaction. It's all very simple. I really dig it, even though there isn't too much variety, since they are novel scenes. Especially when you accomplish a goal and see what it translated to.

Once time runs out in Time Flies, the game is over and you finish a run. You'll get to see how many items on the bucket list you checked off. It will also prompt an opportunity to start over. Past fly carcasses from your previous run will remain in the level, to help you perhaps remember what you did. You could use up every moment of your time. It's also possible you die early due to environmental hazards. Playing around is part of the fun. Especially since it could also lead to finding other secrets.

Review: Time Flies Is a Short Novelty Game

Review: Time Flies Is a Short Novelty Game

Images via Playable and Panic

The only downsides are that Time Flies is such a short game, and it is also one in which things are very teeny. You are a fly, after all. The minimalistic, monochromatic design is great, however. I love how it looks like a better and more stylish rendition of anything I'd attempt to draw in Microsoft Paint in an afternoon. Someone going in should know it is only going to take you minutes for one run and maybe an hour or two total before you've done it all. Especially since it costs $15. Also, if you have trouble with your vision, playing on a platform in which the fly would be more visible, like a PC, may be preferable to playing on the Switch.

Time Flies is definitely novel, and it offers a lot of freedom to explore a tiny sandbox for a little while. It does get you thinking about lifespans, which is part of the point. It looks quite stylish too. The only downsides are that it is incredibly short and there aren't as many secrets as I expected or hoped there'd be. Still, 

Panic and Playable's Time Flies is available on the Switch, PS5, and PC. 

The post Review: Time Flies Is a Short Novelty Game appeared first on Siliconera.