Gaming

Two Point Museum preview: How to melt a frozen caveman

A short preview already shows the game’s uniqueness

Published

December 4, 2024

Luigi Leonardo

In the mid-2000s, management tycoon games abounded. The genre allowed games to fulfill their lifelong dream of owning a successful lemonade stand, restaurant, or hotel. Years prior, an underrated hospital management game, Theme Hospital, captured the minds of those looking for quirkier fare. In today’s generation, a new franchise, spearheaded by Two Point Hospital, is resurrecting the indulgent charm of Theme Hospital and its contemporaries. Now, a new one, Two Point Museum, is exploring a new aspect of its burgeoning world.

Though it’s scheduled for a March 2025 launch, we got a sneak peek into the developing game. If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a museum with all the latest discoveries in archaeology, Two Point Museum is right up your alley.

The strange side of archaeology

Of course, “latest discoveries in archaeology” is exaggerating a tiny bit. As with all games in the Two Point series, Museum offers exhibits that you won’t normally see in an actual museum. For example, the game’s introductory prehistoric chapter features a hive and a caveman encased in ice. And, as you’d expect, the ice can melt, releasing its dangerous inhabits within.

This is just a miniscule taste of what the game offers. It also has a vast gallery of similarly quirky exhibits spanning a variety of themes, including the aquatic Wetlantis and the spooky Lodge (which sports horror-themed wares).

All exhibits need their own special care, and it’s not just the additional aircon needed beside the freezing ones. Two Point Museum requires its own ecosystem to allow for its smooth operation.

Oh, and the game also features a new way to obtain new things to place inside the business you’re trying to build. Instead of research, Two Point Museum has an expedition system. You can send your staff to remote locations to discover new items and fossils. All come with risks that can affect your staff (and, subsequently, your museum).

Once completed, expeditions grant the player a huge crate reminiscent of a lootbox. In fact, opening one has the same delayed trepidation of opening a crate from Overwatch 2, for example.

Though the short beta wasn’t enough to dig deep into the real meat of the game, Two Point Museum clearly has a unique system that sets it apart from both its predecessors and the rest of the industry. For management gamers, topping the illustrious Two Point Hospital is a daunting task. Doing it not once (through the equally enjoyable Two Point Campus) but twice is a marvelous feat that we can’t wait to explore more in March.

Two Point Museum releases on March 4 for the PlayStation 5 physical release and March 5 for the digital release on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and Steam. However, pre-ordering the Digital Explorer Edition grants players a five-day early access period starting February 28. This also includes bonus features

Gaming

God of War Laufey finally confirms its highly anticipated launch date

Set your calendars next year.

Published

July 27, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

It’s about time we get excited for God of War Laufey. The upcoming entry into the acclaimed franchise takes off on a tangent as it follows Faye, Kratos’s late wife, as she traverses an afterlife filled with similarly deceased gods. It’s a different perspective but with still the same action we’ve come to expect from the series. Now, we know when to expect it: February 16.

In the ongoing Norse saga, Faye’s death is everything. Her passing pushes Kratos and Atreus towards a path that eventually led to Ragnarok. In Laufey, a deceased Faye wakes up in Everywhen, an afterlife where gods from different mythologies converge. She then discovers that the carefully laid plans she made to help her husband and her son are unravelling, so she has to find a way to save the living world from past the veil.

Laufey will still have the iconic battles that the God of War series is known for. However, because Faye is nimbler than the burly Kratos, fighting is more fast-paced with a mix of grounded and air-based fighting. All in all, there’s a lot to be excited about for Laufey, despite its different take on the series.

Over the weekend, during San Diego Comic Con, PlayStation confirmed when the title is launching. Thankfully, it’s not a long wait. God of War Laufey is launching for the PlayStation 5 on February 16 next year.

Additionally, Santa Monica Studio has also confirmed that Kratos will lead another entry after Laufey.

Gaming

FINAL FANTASY X | X-2 HD Remaster launches on Nintendo Switch 2

Classic RPGs returng

Published

July 24, 2026

GadgetMatch

Bandai Namco Entertainment Asia and Square Enix have announced that FINAL FANTASY X | X-2 HD Remaster is now available on Nintendo Switch 2. Physical copies are also on sale across Southeast Asia.

The collection brings together FINAL FANTASY X and FINAL FANTASY X-2, two of the most celebrated entries in the long-running RPG franchise. Both games feature enhanced HD visuals while preserving their original stories and gameplay.

Two classic adventures in one package

In FINAL FANTASY X, players follow Tidus, a star blitzball athlete whose journey becomes intertwined with the summoner Yuna as they travel across the world of Spira to confront a devastating threat.

Its direct sequel, FINAL FANTASY X-2, takes place two years later. Players take control of Yuna alongside Rikku and Paine as they uncover ancient mysteries and face new enemies.

The release also coincides with the 25th anniversary of the original launch of the game in Japan, giving longtime fans and newcomers another opportunity to experience the pair of RPG classics at home or on the go.

Bandai Namco notes that physical edition availability may vary by country across Southeast Asia.

Watch the launch trailer below:

About the FINAL FANTASY series

The FINAL FANTASY franchise has entertained players for more than 35 years. Known for its cinematic storytelling, memorable characters, imaginative worlds, and technical innovation, the series has sold more than 212 million copies worldwide.

Gaming

NBA 2K27 cover athletes unveiled: Wemby, Clark, DRose

Pre-orders now open for the 3 editions

Published

July 23, 2026

GadgetMatch

The NBA 2K27 cover athletes have been revealed as pre-orders have become available.

San Antonio Spurs all-star Victor Wembanyama has been unveiled as the cover athlete for the NBA 2K27 Standard Edition.

Meanwhile, WNBA star Caitlin Clark is gracing the Deluxe Edition cover.

Rounding out the trio is 2011 NBA MVP and Chicago Bulls legend Derrick Rose for the Ultra Edition.

The game will launch worldwide on September 4 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and Steam. Early access is available by August 28.

First-look images of the game showcases some of NBA’s younger stars, like Cooper Flagg and Cade Cunningham.

Also shown for the first time is Jaylen Brown in a Philadelphia 76ers jersey, ahead of his debut with his new team after being traded from the Boston Celtics for Paul George.

Pre-orders are now open, and availing of any edition early entitles customers to a 10,000 VC bonus.

The Standard Edition is priced at US$ 69.99.

Pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition (US$ 99.99) enables players to unlock these perks:

100,000 VC
Up to 7 days early access
MyTeam content: Full ’27: Series Team 1 Selection, Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack, 5x ’27: Series 1 Packs, 2-Hour 2XP Coin
MyCareer content: 25x 6 Types of Skill Boosts, 25x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts, 2-ahour 2XP Coin, Victor Wembanyama Jersey, Caitlin Clark Jersey

Meanwhile, in addition to the perks under the Deluxe Edition, those who pre-order the Ultra Edition (US$ 149.99) shall also get:

135,000 VC (instead of 100,000)
Season 1 Pro Pass + Summer Pass
NBA 2K27 Ultra Edition MyTEAM Player Cards (via The Exchange): Guaranteed 98 OVR by Dec 2026, guaranteed Invincible by May 2027
Roses Oversize Hoodie