Hardcore Gamer

Hardcore Gamer is a gaming journalism website that traces its roots back to a magazine founded in 2005. It quickly became a trusted source in the industry and now one of the most frequented independently owned and operated gaming journalism websites with top video production and heralded long-form content.

62%

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 news site 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 its reporting.

Bias

80%

Examples:

  • The author uses language that deifies the game Minishoot Adventures
  • They praise the game's accessibility options
  • They use phrases like 'it gets stronger with red crystals, upgrades and abilities'

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • Implying that the new North Series offers more upgrades than previous models, but not explaining what kind of upgrades or why they are necessary.
  • The author mentions Zelda: Link to the Past progression but fails to mention any other games or franchises in comparison which could be used for reference.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • . A demo for the game is available now, giving you a taste of the gameplay and progression so you can see if it's your cup of tea
  • Reviews for the game are incredibly favourable, with many calling it a must play
  • The article claims that Minishoot Adventures is an excellent twin-stick quest when it clearly states on the website that it's a free-roaming top-down twin stick shooter.
  • The game is called Minishoot Adventures

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The article is highly deceptive because it does not provide any evidence or sources to support its claims. It uses vague and exaggerated language such as 'significant evolution', 'cutting-edge performance' and 'sleek design' without specifying what these terms mean or how they are measured.
  • While there are some hidden passages and upgrades mentioned, it's not clear how many or what kind of secrets exist in the game.

Recent Articles

  • Minishoot Adventures: A New Indie Highlight on Steam Combines Zelda and Twin-Stick Shmup Gameplay

    Minishoot Adventures: A New Indie Highlight on Steam Combines Zelda and Twin-Stick Shmup Gameplay

    Broke On: Thursday, 11 April 2024 Minishoot Adventures is a new indie game on Steam that blends Zelda and twin-stick shmup gameplay to great effect. The success of the game shows there is still room for innovation in the shmup genre, with opportunities for more novel genre combinations.
  • Fractal Design North XL: A Larger Version of the Original North PC Case with E-ATX Motherboards and Up to 420mm Radiators at a Reasonable Price

    Fractal Design North XL: A Larger Version of the Original North PC Case with E-ATX Motherboards and Up to 420mm Radiators at a Reasonable Price

    Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024 The Fractal Design North XL is a larger version of the original North PC case that allows for E-ATX motherboards and up to 420mm radiators while keeping prices reasonable. This article provides an unbiased review.