Minority Mindset

One popular debate among gamers has centered on the user interface (UI) of Civilization 7. Many players find it not only aesthetically displeasing but also laughable. A user named Anfins expressed their astonishment, stating, “The UI images I’ve seen online are genuinely amusing.” It seems as though the designers put together a hastily made design without considering that players would spend most of their time interacting with it. Each menu feels like an artifact from a bygone era, and finding necessary information can feel like playing hide-and-seek. Players anticipated a refined and polished feel, similar to previous titles, but what they received was described as “clip art in Paint.” One wonders if the developers ran out of time or if someone at Firaxis had an unusually artistic whim?

News about the upcoming release of METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER on August 28, 2025, has caused a frenzy online. According to a post by “oilfloatsinwater,” fans have plenty of time to brush up on their Morse code and reacquaint themselves with Snake’s iconic stealth maneuvers before the game drops. A standout feature for gamers is the crossover mode, “SNAKE VS MONKEY,” that blends the seriousness of stealth gameplay with the mischievous antics of monkeys from the Ape Escape series. Players can’t wait to employ Close Quarters Combat moves against enemy soldiers while simultaneously engaging in a banana-bashing battle with playful apes! The unexpected collaboration between these two franchises has sparked excitement for potential comedic gaming experiences that fans are eagerly anticipating. KanchiHaruhara expressed the surprise of this partnership and expressed hope for the return of the Ape Escape series, as it was previously discontinued by SIE Japan.

One intriguing tidbit from the AMA is Cavanagh’s announcement regarding the upcoming release of “Terry’s Other Games,” a collection set to debut next week on Steam. This compilation promises to feature some of his timeless Flash games, as well as unseen treasures and even creations from his teenage years. The sense of nostalgia is immense; fans recall Cavanagh’s distinctive and eccentric storytelling enhancing their gaming experiences. The comments section echoed this nostalgia, with many users expressing their eagerness for the upcoming launch. One user, madexsci, poignantly commented, “Dear Terry, I appreciate you man. Thank you for your games. I played your games during my toughest times.” This sentiment underscores the therapeutic influence that games can have, particularly when they originate from a creator who genuinely values his audience.

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For now, these game titles will continue to exist, but they won’t get any new content or even small bug fixes from the developers. Essentially, they have been abandoned and, in practical terms, can be considered as no longer active or alive.