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The Most Confusing Video Games 2022

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September 8, 2022

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A new Uswitch study has analysed Google search data to reveal the most confusing video games of the year
Elden Ring tops the list with nearly 180,000 searches for tips and guidance on how to play the game since its release in Feb 2022
Metroid Dread is the second-most confusing video game, followed by Resident Evil Village in third
Assasin’s Creed Valhalla and Far Cry 6 complete the top five video games that have players turning to Google for help

New research by the broadband experts at Uswitch has revealed that Elden Ring is the most confusing video game of the year.

By analysing Google search data for 150 of this year’s most popular video games, the broadband experts looked at search volumes for: [game] + explained, [game] + tips, [game] + walkthrough, how to play + [game] to discover which video games have caused the most confusion since their release. Elden Ring came out on top with nearly 180,000 searches from players looking for tips and explanations on how to play the game. The epic fantasy game, written by George R. R. Marin and directed by Hidetaka Miyazaki, was released in February 2022 and scored a perfect 10 out of 10 on IGN following a lot of high expectations. Although the game has been well-received by the gaming community, it is definitely not a game for beginners who could become easily perplexed.

Metroid Dread is second on the list of most confusing video games with nearly 54,000 Google searches from gamers looking for advice on how to play the game. Produced by Nintendo, the action-adventure game has been noted as “notoriously hard” by gaming journalists at Polygon, who noticed that game has enormous spikes in difficulty with very little help on offer throughout the process, which explains why so many are getting confused and turning to Google for assistance.

Resident Evil Village is third on the list with 44,760 annual Google searches from confused gamers. The survival horror video game has a 10 out of 10 rating on Steam and 8 out of 10 on IGN which highlights how loved it is; however, that hasn’t stopped the gaming community from taking to Reddit to express how challenging the ‘standard’ difficulty mode is and suggesting that less experienced gamers opt for ‘casual’ mode to avoid confusion.

The top five list is made up of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla which is named the fourth most confusing video game with 33,960 searches, closely followed by Far Cry 6 with 31,920 Google searches. Fall Guys is sixth on the list and Fortnite follows in seventh.

Most of the games to feature in the top 10 list are action, adventure or survival games, apart from Fall Guys which is sixth on the list and Luigi’s Mansion 3 which has a recommended playing age of seven years old and above. It is the eighth most confusing game of the year with 24,360 searches for tips, explanations and game walkthroughs. Following the Nintendo game is Horizon Zero Dawn (ninth on the list) and Deathloop completes the top 10. Other child-friendly games that are causing confusion are Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga, Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing New Horizons and Pokemon Legends Arceus.

The Most Confusing Video Games 2022

Rank	Video Game Name	Annual Searches To Make Game Less Confusing
1	Elden Ring	171,840
2	Metroid Dread	53,880
3	Resident Evil Village	44,760
4	Assassin’s Creed Valhalla	33,960
5	Far Cry 6	31,920
6	Fall Guys	27,480
7	Fortnite	25,200
8	Luigi’s Mansion 3	24,360
9	Horizon Zero Dawn	20,040
10	Deathloop	18,000
11	Halo Infinite	17,880
12	Red Dead Redemption 2	16,800
13	Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga	15,600
14	Stardew Valley	15,360
15	Hades	12,960
16	Streets of Rage 4	12,720
17	Resident Evil 2	12,600
18	Death Stranding	12,000
19	Ghost of Tsushima	11,040
20	Uncharted 4	10,920
21	Animal Crossing New Horizons	9,840
22	Cities: Skylines	9,360
23	Among Us	8,880
24	Hitman 3	8,280
25	Pokemon Legends Arceus	8,160

If you’re thinking about which video game you’re going to play tonight, make sure you have the best broadband for a seamless gaming experience.

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Affilka by SOFTSWISS Wins at EGR B2B Awards for Second Year Running

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July 7, 2025

George Miller

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Affilka by SOFTSWISS, an affiliate management software platform, has secured the title of Affiliate Software Supplier at the prestigious EGR B2B Awards for the second consecutive year. The awards ceremony took place on 3 July at London’s iconic The Roundhouse, where the iGaming industry gathered to celebrate the most successful and innovative companies of the past year.

The consecutive win reinforces Affilka’s growing leadership in iGaming affiliate marketing software. Over the past 12 months, the product has consistently evolved, launching a series of powerful new features.

Among the recent updates is the Cross-Brand Player Duplicate Detection tool, which identifies overlapping player accounts across different casino brands within a single affiliate program. The platform also introduced the new Traffic Report, which provides real-time, click-to-registration and click-to-FTD metrics with multi-dimensional filters. Another new feature allows affiliates to access data on their marketing campaigns and tracking links directly via API, enabling automated data extraction and custom integrations.

At the end of last year, Affilka rolled out the Geo-Distributed Redirect feature, which boosts site visits by reducing redirect times from 1.5 seconds to 300–500 milliseconds, and the Cohort Analysis Report, which offers deeper insights into player behaviour.

Anastasia Borovaya, Head of Affilka by SOFTSWISS, commented on the recognition: “Winning this award two years in a row is an incredible achievement for our team. It reflects our hard work, creativity, and deep commitment to the continuing improvement of our platform. What makes this win special is knowing that the tools we build are already helping our partners solve real challenges. Whether refining traffic strategies or making smarter, data-driven decisions, we’re proud Affilka plays a part in their success.”

Thanks to ongoing updates and the introduction of new innovative features, Affilka by SOFTSWISS now supports over 450 brands, 400 thousand affiliate accounts, and 98 million player registrations.

Earlier in June, SOFTSWISS won two prestigious trophies at another EGR Ceremony – Marketing & Innovation Awards 2025. The company’s marketing department received the Marketing Team of the Year Award for its bold creative approach and effective use of new technologies and data analytics. In addition, Valentina Bagniya, CMO at SOFTSWISS, was named B2B Marketer of the Year for transforming the company’s marketing function into a powerful brand engine within the iGaming industry.

About SOFTSWISS

SOFTSWISS is an international technology company with over 15 years of experience developing innovative solutions for the iGaming industry. SOFTSWISS holds a number of gaming licences and provides comprehensive software for managing iGaming projects. The company’s product portfolio includes the Online Casino Platform, the Game Aggregator with over 30,000 casino games, the Affilka Affiliate Platform, the Sportsbook Software and the Jackpot Aggregator. In 2013, SOFTSWISS revolutionised the industry by introducing the world’s first Bitcoin-optimised online casino solution. The expert team counts over 2,000 employees.

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WOWPartners Launches Spinbara: The Couch King of Spinning

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July 7, 2025

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WOWPartners, feeling that there might be not enough chill in the world, introduces their new brand Spinbara — fun, cheeky, and truly unbothered. The star of the show is a laid-back capybara with a love for sports, snacks, chicks, and slot wins. A spiritual cousin to The Dude (yes, we mean The Big Lebowski), Spinbara leads an unapologetically relaxed lifestyle — or, to put it simply, he’s chillin’ like a villain.

Built on KickerTech’s powerful platform and featuring over 65 top-tier providers, Spinbara combines top-notch sportsbook, live betting, virtuals, and casino entertainment with a distinctive brand voice that players will absolutely love.

This new WOWPartners’ brand isn’t just chill — it’s smart. With a full suite of gamification, tournaments, promos, and player retention tools, including cashback, reloads, and exclusive challenges, Spinbara is designed to keep players logging in.

A spokesperson for WOWPartners shares:

“Spinbara is our most relatable brand yet — he’s lazy, lovable, and just, you know, loves living a good life. Who doesn’t, right? Play lazy, win crazy, that’s the motto. We’ve paired this laid-back vibe with a top-shelf product and powerful engagement mechanics. The result is Spinbara, and we can’t wait for players to come chill with the Dude.”

In short, if you’re all about kicking back, playing your favourite games, and not taking life too seriously — Spinbara’s your kind of place.

Play lazy, win crazy!

For partnership opportunities and more information, contact [email protected].

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iQOO Becomes Official Title Sponsor for S8UL’s Historic Esports World Cup 2025 campaign

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July 7, 2025

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S8UL Esports, a global powerhouse in esports and gaming content, today announced that iQOO, the high-performance smartphone brand, has been onboarded as the official title sponsor for its Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 journey in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic association marks one of the most significant brand commitments in the Indian esports space and builds on iQOO’s ongoing association with S8UL’s BGMI division, Team iQOO SOUL.

As title sponsor, iQOO will be integrated across S8UL’s team jerseys, on-ground activations, city events, and digital content throughout the Esports World Cup. As part of the collaboration, S8UL will also host weekly EWC watch parties, while the S8UL Gaming House will open its doors to fans, transforming into a dedicated fan hub during the tournament. The partnership with iQOO represents a powerful synergy between a high-performance, innovation-led brand and a high-performance team, both driven by excellence, fueled by ambition, and rooted in India, further reinforcing iQOO’s commitment to supporting Indian esports on the global stage.

Animesh Agarwal aka 8Bit Thug, Co-founder and CEO, S8UL, said, “Our journey with iQOO began almost two years ago with our BGMI roster and it’s grown alongside our ambitions ever since. Partnering once again for the Esports World Cup 2025 is a significant step forward for both of us. Having iQOO as our title sponsor highlights our shared vision of growing Indian esports and competing with the best on the world stage. Together, we’re proud to carry the hopes of an entire nation.”

S8UL has officially qualified for the grand finals in Apex Legends, , and EAFC 25 at EWC 2025, making it the first Indian esports organisation to represent the country at one of the world’s biggest esports tournaments. The organisation’s Chess stars Nihal Sarin and Aravindh Chithambaram will be competing in the Last Chance Qualifier from July 24 to 26, while EAFC player Aaron Rivera (Happy) will vie for one of the four remaining spots at the EWC in the FC Pro 25 Play-Ins.

Nipun Marya, CEO, iQOO, commented, “Esports in India is evolving rapidly, and we’re proud to strengthen our association with S8UL as they represent India on one of the biggest international stages. Our collaboration reflects iQOO’s focus on connecting with the performance centric community and supporting talent that’s redefining competitive gaming in India.”

Taking place from July 8 to August 24, the EWC 2025 features a record-breaking $70 million (approx. INR 598 crore) prize pool and hosts the world’s best talent across console, PC, and mobile titles. S8UL’s participation across different titles underscores the organization’s depth, diversity, and ambition.

As S8UL’s global journey continues, the partnership with iQOO represents a powerful synergy between a high-performance brand and a high-performance team both driven by excellence, fueled by ambition, and rooted in India.

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