Alex McHugh

Alex McHugh is a news reporter at PCGamesN, covering daily PC games news, guides and reviews. You can follow Alex on Twitter @alexmchugh or sign up to the free PCGamesN newsletter for more updates.

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83%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • The game released with more real money purchasable items than actual gameplay mechanics.
  • This is literally Warframe and Destiny combined in one game, and it’s worse than both is basically every aspect.
  • While the game is free the microtransactions seem incredibly costly. The ’ultimate bundle’ for any character is just a straight 100$

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Despite issues, The First Descendant has had a high number of players
  • The First Descendant has had a high number of players, with 170,000 in the first two hours and a peak of 229,257 in the first day.

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • If you’d like to make up your own mind, The First Descendant is out now and you can play for free on Steam.
  • It’s not all bad news for the game, however.

Recent Articles

The First Descendant Breaks Steam Record with 229,257 Concurrent Players in First Day

The First Descendant Breaks Steam Record with 229,257 Concurrent Players in First Day

Broke On: Tuesday, 02 July 2024 The First Descendant, a free-to-play co-op looter-shooter from Nexon, reached an impressive 229,257 concurrent players on Steam within hours of its launch. With RPG elements and supporting up to four players in cooperative mode, the game has received mixed reviews due to technical issues and perceived pay-to-win elements.
Exploring Jungle Island's Hidden Secrets in Riven (2024): A New Player's Guide

Exploring Jungle Island's Hidden Secrets in Riven (2024): A New Player's Guide

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 Explore Jungle Island in Riven (2024), a mystical place filled with puzzles and secrets. Discover the Moiety Viewing Glass near an overturned bucket at cliff bases, and uncover Gehn's indoctrination schoolhouse with a Hangman-like toy for learning D'Ni alphabet. Jungle Island is just one part of Riven's vast world, offering immersive challenges and puzzles in this remake of the classic game.
The First Descendant: Unveiling the Power of 19 Descendants and Their Unique Ultimate Weapons

The First Descendant: Unveiling the Power of 19 Descendants and Their Unique Ultimate Weapons

Broke On: Sunday, 02 July 2023 The First Descendant, launching July 2 on PS5 and PS4, is an anticipated looter shooter with unique characters like Bunny and Ajax, cooperative gameplay, three graphics modes on PS5, and a variety of equipment for growth. Set in Ingris, players protect their homeland against invaders with 19 descendant characters, 22 weapons, and over 500 modules. Despite concerns about monetization and repetitive chores, the visually appealing UI design offers deep RPG mechanics and enjoyable combat.
Battlestate Games Accuses Arena Breakout Infinite of Plagiarism: A Closer Look at the Developing Controversy

Battlestate Games Accuses Arena Breakout Infinite of Plagiarism: A Closer Look at the Developing Controversy

Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024 Battlestate Games, developers of Escape From Tarkov, have accused new extraction shooter Arena Breakout Infinite of plagiarism. The allegations come after Battlestate Games discovered a tweet offering to increase closed beta capacity in exchange for meeting goals on the Arena Breakout Infinite trailer. However, no specific details about the alleged plagiarism have been provided.