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Matthias Pawlikowski

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Number of publications: 116

The editor-in-chief of GRYOnline.pl, associated with the site since the end of 2016. Initially, he worked in the guides department, and later he managed it, eventually becoming the editor-in-chief of Gamepressure, an English-language project aimed at the West, before finally taking on his current role. In the past, a reviewer and literary critic, he published works on literature, culture, and even theater in many humanities journals and portals, including the monthly Znak or Popmoderna. He studied literary criticism and literature at the Jagiellonian University. Likes old games, city-builders and RPGs, including Japanese ones. Spends a huge amount of money on computer parts. Apart from work and games, he trains tennis and occasionally volunteers for the Peace Patrol of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity.

Everyone's Waiting for Frostpunk 2, but The Alters May Actually Be 11 Bit’s Biggest Hit This Year

29 May 2024

I had the pleasure of visiting Warsaw at the invitation of 11 bit studios and playing The Alters. Although I didn't expect it, after having some fun I conclude: this may be the most important game in this studio's portfolio in 2024.

Everyone's Waiting for Frostpunk 2, but The Alters May Actually Be 11 Bit’s Biggest Hit This Year

Frostpunk 2 Hands-on - My Fears Are Now Gone

27 May 2024

Frostpunk 2 is as lethal of a game as the original, but it accomplishes its objectives through different means. We will face not the frost, but politics, and the scale of construction exceeds the small town centered around the reactor.

Frostpunk 2 Hands-on - My Fears Are Now Gone

Monetization of Apologies and Roadmap of Penance - How Do You Make Money on Mistakes After Failed Game Launch?

07 May 2024

Apologies after a failed launch are nothing unusual nowadays and have even become a way to monetize and fuel the interest of angry players. Here's how a game development roadmap turns into a roadmap of atonement. And we are simply falling for these gestures.

Monetization of Apologies and Roadmap of Penance - How Do You Make Money on Mistakes After Failed Game Launch?

Banishers Ghosts of New Eden Review: Great Game Where Humans Are More Scary Than Ghosts

13 February 2024

If you don't play Banishers, it will haunt you until the rest of your lifes. Don't Nod has created a really good action RPG focused on story that makes a comment about the not-so-happy beginnings of the United States.

Banishers Ghosts of New Eden Review: Great Game Where Humans Are More Scary Than Ghosts

TGA Was Cringe. Video Game Creators Deserve Much Better

09 December 2023

This year's The Game Awards was, as I expected, long and hectic, even though there were no major flops – and surprises. We all know Baldur’s Gate 3 kicks ass. But the party itself was kinda iffy.

TGA Was Cringe. Video Game Creators Deserve Much Better

TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got

25 November 2023

The year slowly ends, so The Game Awards 2024 are around the corner. We're already voting here in the office – with full awareness of the pros and cons that such contests entail.

TGA is Like Democracy: Not Perfect, But It's The Best We've Got

The Invincible Review - An Unexpected Gem Straight From Outer Space

02 November 2023

The Invincible is a short, immersive, narrative-driven game boasting a stunning art style and based on Stanislaw Lem's classic. The long awaited gaming experience inspired by Lem is no doubt an unexpected, late hit of 2023.

The Invincible Review - An Unexpected Gem Straight From Outer Space

Assassins' Creed Mirage May Return This Series to Grace

13 September 2023

I've played Assassin’s Creed Mirage and though it's hard to give a definite opinion just now, it seems that Ubisoft is really trying to take us back to the moments that started the entire adventure of Desmond Miles.

Assassins' Creed Mirage May Return This Series to Grace

Diablo 4 Review: Blizzard Remembered How to Make a Great Game!

30 May 2023

We've been waiting for years, but it's finally here - the new Diablo 4 with a great campaign and addictive combat. Read our review, because it was really worth the wait!

Diablo 4 Review: Blizzard Remembered How to Make a Great Game!

Firewatch in Space - The Invincible Short But Promising Demo Hands-on

04 May 2023

Invincible reminds us of its existence with a new demo, which you can test on Steam from today. A short gameplay snippet will give you an idea of what "Firewatch in space from Starward Industries" will look like.

Firewatch in Space - The Invincible Short But Promising Demo Hands-on

Jagged Alliance Tries to Return to Grace, But There's No Revolution

21 April 2023

At last, Jagged Alliance 3 returns after numerous attempts, and it seems that this return will at least be interesting. I've spent a few hours with JA3, and while there won't be a revolution, it surely won't be another flop.

Jagged Alliance Tries to Return to Grace, But There's No Revolution

I Don't Get This Strategy And I Can't Stop Playing - Chaos Dwarfs Join Total War Warhammer 3

12 April 2023

Forge of the Chaos Dwarfs is a new DLC for Total War Warhammer 3, which introduces the Chaos Dwarves. This is one of the more interesting but challenging factions in the game.

I Don't Get This Strategy And I Can't Stop Playing - Chaos Dwarfs Join Total War Warhammer 3

How to Get Level 35 Gear in Diablo 4 Beta? Lowering the Required Item Level

24 March 2023

In Diablo 4, to get the most powerful loot and items with the highest levels (35 lv), you have to defeat the Wrathful Osgar Reede and use the Aspects system. We explain exactly how to do it.

How to Get Level 35 Gear in Diablo 4 Beta? Lowering the Required Item Level

Out of Love to Original. Interview with Yoshiaki Hirabayashi about Resident Evil 4 Remake

16 March 2023

As the release of Resident Evil 4 Remake approaches, we talked to its producer, Yoshiaki Hirabayashi, about this installment.

Out of Love to Original. Interview with Yoshiaki Hirabayashi about Resident Evil 4 Remake

“We create the games. You create the stories.” - Interview with Stephen Muray about Paradox Interactive and Stellaris

16 March 2023

We asked Stephen Muray, Game Director of Stellaris, a few questions about the franchise, its future and, maybe most importantly, will we survive contact with an alien civilization.

“We create the games. You create the stories.” - Interview with Stephen Muray about Paradox Interactive and Stellaris

Baldur's Gate 3 Will Let You Own House And we May Have a Proof

02 March 2023

In Baldur's Gate 2 we had our own stronghold, in Divinity Original Sin 2 we had our own ship - we are sure that in Baldur's Gate 2 we will have our own home.

Baldur's Gate 3 Will Let You Own House And we May Have a Proof

Hogwarts Legacy Protagonist is a Psychopath

18 February 2023

Hogwarts Legacy is a fantastic and magical game. Not only can you become a wizard, but also a psychopath. The game's protagonist is one of the creepiest characters in video games.

Hogwarts Legacy Protagonist is a Psychopath

Battlefield 2042 Season 4 - What's New? Map, Battle Pass, Weapons and Specialist

17 February 2023

The release of Season 4 of Battlefield 2042 is coming soon, and we've had a chance to explore the content. Here's what you'll find in Season 4 of Battlefield 2042: a new map, weapons and specialists.

Battlefield 2042 Season 4 - What's New? Map, Battle Pass, Weapons and Specialist

Warhammer 3 Immortal Empires - Easiest Faction to Play (Ranked)

18 January 2023

If you are wondering which faction to choose in Total War Warhammer 3 Immortal Empires, then read our guide. We present our tier list of the best factions for beginners ranked.

Warhammer 3 Immortal Empires - Easiest Faction to Play (Ranked)

Next-Gen Witcher 3 Proves Ray Tracing is Holy Grail No One Can Find

29 December 2022

Do you like ray tracing and would like to see those highly refined reflections in The Witcher 3? Well, then I have to worry you – it's a more complicated matter than it seems. The next-gen Witcher is fooling us a bit.

Next-Gen Witcher 3 Proves Ray Tracing is Holy Grail No One Can Find