About
GameCicada turns patch notes into plain-English game guides. We focus on settings, fixes, walkthroughs, builds, and tier lists—plus news, gaming gear, 4K wallpapers, and new releases.
Coverage
- News: key updates and patch highlights
- Guides: settings/FPS, error fixes, quest/boss, builds/loadouts, tier lists
- Gear: headsets, controllers, keyboards, mice, GPUs
- Wallpapers: curated 4K/ultrawide/mobile selections with credits
- Releases: new & noteworthy games with starter tips
Editorial Standards
- Clarity: short steps, skimmable checklists
- Reproducibility: exact paths/toggles and expected outcomes
- Patch Awareness: guides list version and last verification date
- Evidence: metrics or screenshots where useful
- Corrections: timestamped updates; see Corrections
Testing & Methodology
| Area | Approach |
|---|---|
| Benches | Mid/high-end PCs; current-gen consoles for controller tests |
| Metrics | Avg FPS, 1%/0.1% lows, frame-time, input latency feel, VRAM/RAM |
| Scenarios | Built-in benchmarks (when reliable) or repeatable in-game runs |
| Settings | Trade-offs explained; what to lower first vs. what to preserve |
| Gear | Hands-on impressions prioritized over marketing claims |
Independence & Funding
We run ads and use affiliate links. Sponsors do not control verdicts. See Affiliate & Advertising Disclosure.
Accessibility & Inclusivity
We aim for WCAG 2.1 AA. Report barriers (contrast, captions, keyboard nav) to [email protected].
Masthead
- Editorial Lead — style guide, methodology approvals, corrections
- Performance Editor — settings/FPS testing
- Guides Editor — walkthroughs, builds, tier lists
- Gear Editor — peripherals/hardware reviews
- Visuals Curator — wallpapers, credits, rights
Contact
General: [email protected]
Press: [email protected]
Ads: [email protected]
