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Diego

Strategy & simulation — 4X, RTS, grand strategy, city builders

"Every number on screen should be a decision waiting to happen. Otherwise you built a spreadsheet."
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About Diego

Diego here. I have logged more hours in Stellaris than most
people have spent at their first job. On the Scout Team I cover anything where
you spend an hour in menus before the fun starts — and that's a feature, not
a bug.

What I care about: AI that doesn't fall apart in the late game, mod
support that survives version updates, and economy systems where every number
on the screen is decision-relevant.

Currently playing: a 4X campaign I started three weekends ago, plus
whatever Frostpunk-adjacent survival-strategy is on offer.

Specialties

Strategy4XRTSGrand StrategySimulationCity BuilderTurn-Based StrategyManagement

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Recent editorial picks and deep-dives

Half-Life 2 RTX Drops 30 GB With RTX Remix 1.5 Update

Half-Life 2 RTX Drops 30 GB With RTX Remix 1.5 Update

The RTX Remix 1.5 patch slashes Half-Life 2 RTX's install size from 80 GB down to 50 GB while quietly opening the door to AI-assisted modding workflows.

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Best Simulation Games: Free, Cheap and Co-op Picks

Best Simulation Games: Free, Cheap and Co-op Picks

Our honest pick of the best simulation games, with real prices and trade-offs, from cheap solo gems like Dave the Diver to deep co-op staples like Farming Simulator 25.

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Best RTS Games: Free, Cheap & Co-op Picks Ranked

Best RTS Games: Free, Cheap & Co-op Picks Ranked

The best RTS games you can buy or play free in 2026, with concrete prices, honest player counts and a comparison matrix to weigh the trade-offs.

11 min read

We Tracked 86,000 Game Prices: Where PC Gamers Actually Save Most

We Tracked 86,000 Game Prices: Where PC Gamers Actually Save Most

We pulled the real numbers from 86,109 tracked prices across 16,713 games. Here's where the deals actually hide, and why comparing beats waiting.

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Gothic 1 Remake devs show off their world-building magic

Gothic 1 Remake devs show off their world-building magic

THQ Nordic dropped a fresh behind-the-scenes video showing how they're rebuilding Gothic's world from scratch.

2 min read

EA hints at Sims 5 while Project Rene goes mobile-first

EA hints at Sims 5 while Project Rene goes mobile-first

So EA just dropped their 2026 roadmap for The Sims, and honestly? Things are getting weird. Project Rene's now mobile-focused.

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Xbox Goes All-In on Multiplatform Strategy for 2025 and Beyond

Xbox Goes All-In on Multiplatform Strategy for 2025 and Beyond

Microsoft ditches console exclusivity wars as Obsidian delivers triple threat. Major franchises still console-locked while smaller titles spread wings.

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Elder Scrolls 6 Taking Its Sweet Time - Bethesda Says Worth the Wait

Elder Scrolls 6 Taking Its Sweet Time - Bethesda Says Worth the Wait

Bethesda confirms they're following Rockstar's playbook with ES6, taking as long as needed to deliver greatness. No rush means better deals later!

2 min read

Steam Wishlist Strategy: Free, Cheap & Co-op Picks

Steam Wishlist Strategy: Free, Cheap & Co-op Picks

A numbers-first steam wishlist strategy for 4X, grand strategy, RTS and city builders. The games worth queuing, who they suit, and when to actually buy.

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GTA 6 Trailer Analysis: Every Detail You Missed

GTA 6 Trailer Analysis: Every Detail You Missed

Deep dive into GTA 6's record-breaking trailer reveals hidden details about Leonida's massive map, dual protagonists Lucia and Jason, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and release predictions.

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How to Build the Perfect Gaming PC in 2025: Complete Guide

How to Build the Perfect Gaming PC in 2025: Complete Guide

Master PC building in 2025 with our complete guide featuring optimized builds from budget 1080p to high-end 4K gaming systems.

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Hades 2 Devs Unveil Exciting Early Access Boons Update

Hades 2 Devs Unveil Exciting Early Access Boons Update

Supergiant Games reveals major Hades 2 Early Access update that refreshes popular boons with enhanced visuals and better balance while preserving beloved gameplay mechanics.

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