Kalin Robert Hanninen
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About Kalin Robert Hanninen
Kalin is an enthusiast who began his gaming journey in the early 2000s. As a programmer, writer, and small-time developer himself, he graduated with a BS in Game Software Development from Baker College in 2022. He also has a deep fascination with all things Star Wars, Fallout, and alternate history.
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What to Expect From Dying Light 2's Parkour Update
Dying Light 2's 2023 roadmap looks promising, and the game's parkour system seems to be one major feature getting an overhaul sometime soon.
Fallout 4's Map Size Compared to Fallout 76's
In 2015, Fallout 4 was one of Bethesda's most dense open worlds, but Fallout 76's scale proves that the studio has the technology to go bigger.
Major Gaming Events That Have Taken Place Between Dead Island 2's Reveal and Release
A sequel long in limbo, Dead Island 2 is finally a reality despite the gaming landscape changing dramatically since its initial announcement.
Dead Island 2's Autophage Explained
At the beginning of Dead Island 2, players appear immune to the zombie plague, but the Autophage leads them to some important skills later on.
What Makes Dead Island 2 Side Quests Worthwhile
Players can find a lot to like in Dead Island 2's various side quests, including rewards that add extra life to the zombie-infested setting.
How Dead Island 2's Characters Stack Up Against The Originals
Dead Island 2's playable roster adds a few zombie survival twists, allowing its characters to stand out in comparison with the original game.
Grand Theft Auto 6 Can't Forget Vice City's Thriving Music Scene
Rockstar Games made a huge impression with Vice City's classic soundtrack, and Grand Theft Auto 6 can echo those vibes in a bigger way.
Dead Island 2's Development Hell Gives Hope to KOTOR Remake Fans
The wait for Dead Island 2 wasn't ideal, yet its launch state indicates some games, like the Star Wars KOTOR remake, may not be doomed after all.
Immortals of Aveum's Star-Studded Cast Could Elevate its Story
With a talented cast helming major roles in the story, the magic-slinging FPS Immortals of Aveum could prove to be quite an immersive journey.
Skyrim's Vampires Shouldn't Be the End All and Be All
Skyrim set a great precedent with its regal portrayal of vampires in The Elder Scrolls, but future games still have a lot to experiment with.
The Outer Worlds 2's New Star System Opens Obsidian's Character Designs Wide Open
In regards to The Outer Worlds 2's all-new NPC crew, the possibilities are nearly endless in a star system that's likely far from Halcyon.
BioShock 4 Would Feel Incomplete Without Some of Prey's DNA
If BioShock 4 returns to the series' deep worldbuilding, it could take inspiration from other story-driven FPS games like Arkane Studios' Prey.
The Case for Arkane's Next Game to Be Deathloop 2
Arkane Studios has yet to confirm a sequel to Deathloop, a project that should be prioritized while the immersive sim genre continues growing.
Starfield’s Space Combat Doesn’t Need to Be Rocket Science
Many sci-fi games have varying levels of realism in spaceflight, but Starfield could try to empower RPG fans with smooth, immersive ship combat.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Needs to Handle One Dark Side Twist with Care
Eagle-eyed fans have noticed that one major villain may return in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, which is a twist that Respawn must take care with.
The Next ZeniMax Online Studios Game Could Be Xbox’s Secret Weapon
Leading the MMO genre with titles like The Elder Scrolls Online, ZeniMax Online's next game might give Xbox the upper hand this generation.
How Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC Can Improve the Roundtable Hold
Elden Ring's Roundtable Hold is a hub with distinct, memorable NPCs, and the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC may grow its story by adding more to it.
The Outer Worlds 2 Has a Lot More to Explore with N-Rays
N-Ray weaponry can give The Outer Worlds 2 more than a unique damage type, possibly expanding on the sci-fi setting's themes of weird science.
Destiny 2's Vex Are Basically Star Wars' Stormtroopers
In terms of clumsy, armored minions, the cybernetic Vex from Destiny 2 seem similar in many ways to Star Wars' iconic Imperial Stormtroopers.
The Outer Worlds 2 Wish List
The Outer Worlds 2 may shine even brighter than its predecessor, as long as Obsidian focuses on what made its space RPG great in the first place.