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The Most Frustrating Problem in Gaming... The Discourse
The Most Frustrating Problem in Gaming... The Discourse
8/19/2026 Gaming News Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSiKflGZp7Vo8jMmUNZ2lM0uwsmylSypC
In this video Aaron talks about The Most Frustrating Problem in Gaming... The Discourse.
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Marvel's Avengers (PS4/PS5) Playlist:
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Halo: Campaign Evolved Playlist:
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Silent Hill 2 Playlist:
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Why I Make Gaming Videos
Why I Make Gaming Videos
8/17/2026 IRL Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSiKflGZp7VoHas8MIrbY6g6Is5u25LB7
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15 Minutes Gameplay! | Black Myth: Zhong Kui | Gameplay Breakdown/Analysis
15 Minutes Gameplay! | Black Myth: Zhong Kui | Gameplay Breakdown/Analysis
8/20/2026 Black Myth: Zhong Kui Playlist:
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In this video Aaron breaks down and analyzes the gameplay and combat of Game Science's new upcoming game Black Myth: Zhong Kui.
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Are there truly ghosts in this world? All demons arise from the heart.
Monsters below the stage, immortals above—what a duality of faces!
Inside the door, a mess of confusion; outside, who calls for justice?
Sun and moon hang empty in their cycles, who holds the power of life and death?
Neither following human sentiment nor the Way, seeking no fame nor favor.
Draw the sword, yes, draw the sword,
To distinguish between the pure and the turbid!
Black Myth: Zhong Kui, the second installment in the Black Myth series developed by Game Science
With blood beneath my blade, I paint new rouge upon my face,
An old friend visits, in a dream taking place.
Old faces, bygone deeds, have vanished from my sight,
Still, I remember every one, by day and through the night.
Those bound by love grow old; the righteous road runs long;
Today's notes of grace or grudge define not the final song.
Who says the Underworld is far away?
All the better—once more I'll walk along.
Today, Game Science unveils a brand-new 15-minute gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, the second title in the Black Myth series. The trailer offers a first look at the protagonist in combat, along with a glimpse of the story.
As the game is still in early development, all footage was captured in-game from a work-in-progress build running at a 21:9 aspect ratio. The final release may differ.
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Why you should play Halo: Campaign Evolved | Review | Xbox Series X
EXPERIENCE WHERE THE LEGEND BEGINS
Halo: Campaign Evolved is a faithful yet modernized remake of Halo: Combat Evolved’s campaign. Experience the original story rebuilt with high-definition visuals, updated cinematics, refined controls, plus a brand-new three-mission adventure featuring the Master Chief and Sgt. Johnson. A broader arsenal of weapons, vehicles, enemies, and gameplay-modifying “Skulls” – optional modifiers that change combat in fun and challenging ways – add fresh tactics and endless replayability.
Play it your way: solo or up to 4-player online co-op with full crossplay and cross-progression support. Whether you’re discovering Halo for the first time or returning to the ring after 25 years, Halo: Campaign Evolved delivers an adventure that feels both timeless and brand new.
DISCOVER THE RINGWORLD:
After crash landing on a mysterious ringworld known as Halo, the Master Chief is tasked with helping the remaining humans survive against overwhelming Covenant forces. Alongside his AI companion Cortana, he uncovers Halo’s dark secrets and fights to avert the annihilation of all life in the galaxy.
THE COMPLETE CAMPAIGN, REBUILT:
Battle through the original missions, remade with high-def visuals, updated cinematics, and refined level design.
CINEMATICS AND AUDIO OVERHAULED:
All-new visuals and animations, plus a remastered soundtrack and fully rebuilt sound design for deeper immersion.
COMBAT AND WEAPONS EXPANDED:
Classic Halo combat feels sharper than ever, now with 9 additional iconic weapons from across the series to add to your arsenal.
THREE NEW MISSIONS:
Play as the Master Chief alongside Sgt. Johnson in Operation: Meteorite, a standalone combat operation featuring new environments, gameplay, and enemies.
PLAY SOLO OR WITH FRIENDS:
Experience the complete campaign your way, solo or in 4-player online co-op, complete with crossplay and shared progression across console and PC.
DRIVE, HIJACK, WREAK HAVOC:
Halo’s iconic vehicles return with more ways to create unforgettable chaos. For the first time in Halo: CE, hijack enemy vehicles and pilot a fully drivable Wraith tank.
ENDLESS REPLAYABILITY:
Remix every mission with optional “Skull” modifiers that add variety and challenge with randomized weapons, enemies, and environments.
Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence Review | PC & Mobile
The Division Experience on Mobile
Controls and user interface are specifically tailored to ensure a smooth experience on handheld devices. Enjoy a new entry of the acclaimed Third-Person Shooter RPG and original game modes set in an urban open-world.
Fight in PvP on Mobile
The Dark Zone comes to mobile! Test your skills in the Conflict modes Skirmish & Domination for a pure competitive experience. Or enter the infamous Dark Zone, a unique PvPvE open world area. Alone or as a team, take down powerful enemies to reap high end gear & rewards before other players (or even team members) claim them from you!
A whole new storyline in a vast open-world
For newcomers and veterans, discover a new PVE campaign. Be part of the legendary first wave of SHD agents and get a unique perspective of the events around The Division 1 & 2.
Explore the open-world in Solo or Coop and roam around an outstandingly detailed urban environment with stunning graphics.
Collect & upgrade tons of gears & weapons
Loot, craft, mod and upgrade your gear to fight your enemies. Customize your character with a wide arsenal at your fingertips!
Choose your specialization to fit your own playstyle
Level up and improve your skills to unlock new signature weapons and unique gadgets. Switch specialization and change your role anytime to try new abilities and find the best synergy with your friends.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Synopsis/Review
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Ruthye's father murdered by Krem of the Yellow Hills
She gives eloquent speeches and talks a big game for a kid, but
no one takes her seriously. Ruthye serves as narrator.
Krem ambushes Supergirl and shoots her and Krypto with arrows in a brutal fight.
Supergirl fights despite being in a weakened state and Krem gets away.
Ruthye is disregarded by aliens on the space bus until Kara stands up for her.
Multiple stories ensue of Kara's bravery both with and without her powers. Showcasing her strength and willpower. Krypto, near death needed a sample of the poison Krem used to synthesize an antidote.
Aaron Reviews Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced | PC
Aaron Reviews Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced | PC
Looter Shooters, Extraction Shooters, Hero Shooters, Battle Royales, and the future of gaming
Looter Shooters, Extraction Shooters, Hero Shooters, even Battle Royales are starting to become an overpopulated set of genres, some would even say a fad in gaming.
Everything from Fortnite, Apex Legends, Destiny, The Division, Warframe, Escape From Tarkov, Hunt: Showdown, Rainbow Six: Siege, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II’s DMZ, to Overwatch.
Only a short time has passed since ill fated hero shooters Concord and XDefiant were shut down. Yet already we have Arc Raiders, Marathon, and many more are lined up to launch this year.
Less is more when it comes to gaming. Quality over quantity.
I was thinking about this today but wouldn't it be better if we kinda just had less videogames coming out?
I love that there is so much variety and so many great games out but I miss when we ALL had time to experience some of these games before the next major release. Think about how Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Rise of the Ronin, and Dragon’s Dogma II came out all within weeks of each other, each filled to the brim with massive open worlds and RPG elements to spend hours upon hours immersing yourself in.
When everything is 40-200 hours, it's hard to find space between games or find time to go replay old favorites.
What IF Live Service Games are the latest Gaming Grift?
What if AAA live service games that are the latest gaming grift? As someone that enjoys live service games when they're well implemented it does seem to be the next "big thing."
Fallout TV Series leads to Massive Game Sales
It's amazing that the Fallout TV series has brought so many new and returning players to the series. Whether you're playing the older strategy titles like Fallout, Fallout 2, or Fallout Tactics, or Fallout 3, Fallout: New Vegas, Fallout 4, or Fallout 76 there is no wrong answer of which game to play first. I know we all have our favorites to recommend but let's welcome people to the franchise as a whole and let them enjoy all the games or whichever game they choose as we were allowed to do.
Fallout 4 the most popular game in the UK, sales and player counts are high. What an awesome chance to share our passion and love for this series.
Stellar Blade Demo: First Impressions
Stellar Blade is incredible! The combat in this game takes me back to my playthrough Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice! Perfect parries and dodges, satisfying deflections, stylish action, quick time events, with a little sex appeal. Okay, maybe a lot of sex appeal. There is Interesting lore, gorgeous cutscenes, solid dialogue, all of that has me immediately invested in this world. Excited to level up and unlock skills and craft my build of armor and weapons to take down enemies the way I want to. This is gonna be in the Game of the Year conversations. I don't think I've replayed a demo this much in a LONG time. This is some satisfying gameplay! Check the video below to see my impressions.
Unlocking The Joker in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League
Is it fun to unlock the Joker in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League? The grind is rough. Having to get to level 35 and unlock Joker can easily hours of grinding the same missions in the endgame based on your playstyle and the missions you choose. (I got to level 12 in 3 hours, but keep in mind I'm livestreaming, keeping up conversation, answering questions, taking breaks, looking at gear, etc.) You could potentially unlock Joker faster or pay the $10. I like the game, but the grind is NOT THAT fun. So far there hasn't been anything engaging happening story wise, hopefully that changes when the Joker is unlocked and we battle Brainiac again. I was a fan of this game, the main story was solid although it ended in a way that left a lot of questions that are not being answered. The endgame isn't fun, this first Season is not looking like it's gonna get any better. Sad to see. I'll keep playing. More details soon. Check my livestream below for more.
Opinion: You’re Not Asking the Right Question: Microsoft Exclusives going to other Platforms
Amid rumors that Microsoft Xbox exclusive titles Starfield, Hi-Fi Rush, and Indiana Jones: The Great Circle will come to other platforms like the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch gamers and all of Twitter/X are rightfully confused as to what this means for Xbox, the industry, and exclusivity to platforms.
I don’t think we’re asking the right question here.
The Last of Us Part II: Remastered Review
The Last of Us Part II Remastered arrived on the PlayStation 5 on 1/19/24 and a lot of gamers are curious as to whether the visual upgrade from the PlayStation 4 version of the game that launched 6/19/20 has the value for the price. While we can have a conversation on whether three years is too soon to be remastering games and if this is some sort of cash grab, I’d rather focus on the details and let you decide if this is a purchase you would like to make.
Merry Christmas Gamers!
Merry Christmas Gamers! From my family to yours, I hope you’re having a safe and happy holiday with the people that matter in your life. Thank you for being a part of this journey and I’m wishing you all the best in the coming year. Let us take a moment to remember those who are no longer with us as we celebrate with all those around us and smile for all the good times. Merry Christmas Everyone!Aaron Shack
Off the Cuff with Aaron Shack | The Game Awards 2023 | Episode 2
Check out Episode 2 of my new series Off the Cuff with Aaron Shack. Exclusive to Twitter/X. I’ll occasionally do live streams and Twitter Spaces quite literally “Off the Cuff” to talk about the latest stuff going on in gaming, tech, news, behind the scenes, and anything else I’d like to cover but feel like making a high production edited video is too much. Off the Cuff is authentic, fresh, and engaging and I hope you’ll join the conversation.
In this episode I talk about the aftermath of The Game Awards 2023 and have special guest J. V. Smooth (@J_V_Smooth on Twitter) join the conversation.
Off the Cuff with Aaron Shack | Episode 1
Check out Episode 1 of my new series Off the Cuff with Aaron Shack. Exclusive to Twitter I’ll occasionally do live streams and Twitter Spaces quite literally “Off the Cuff” to talk about the latest stuff going on in gaming, tech, news, behind the scenes, and anything else I’d like to cover but feel like making a high production edited video is too much. Off the Cuff is authentic, fresh, and engaging and I hope you’ll join the conversation.