By the time Overwatch 2 releases on October 4, the first Overwatch will have been out for six years and five months. In that time, players have spent hundreds, if not thousands of hours pushing payloads, capturing objectives, and doing everything else Activision Blizzard's hero-shooter has asked of them. Yet…
Nintendo Switch owners are likely still making their way through Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes or preparing for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, and there's no shortage of exclusives down the line. The June 28 Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase gave users even more to anticipate, like the imminent releases of…
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is one of the most anticipated upcoming superhero games, as it puts fans into the shoes of the villains as they take on the greatest hero group in the DC universe. With all the powerhouses that make up the main Justice League lineup, the…
From the mind of Justin Roiland and Squanch Games comes High on Life, an FPS action-adventure that is absurd and creative in its design choices. Unveiled at the Xbox and Bethesda Ganes Showcase this June and with the pedigree of Rick and Morty and Solar Opposites behind it, High on…
The Star Trek universe is filled with a plethora of various different gadgets and gizmos, wondrous technologies and wild imaginings of a distant future. They have brought audiences the dizzying speeds of warp drive, tricorders, holograms, and molecule disassembling teleportation devices. Among the ranks of most sought after technology, the…
The recent Nintendo Direct Mini surprised many communities with new games and ports from their favorite franchises. One particularly surprising appearance was Pac-Man World: Re-Pac, a remake of Pac-Man World for all current systems. While Pac-Man is known for his unique style of action-puzzle mazes, he also had a brief…
Persona may not be the oldest franchise of the JRPG family, but it has a storied history nonetheless. Across a total of six core games, fans have witnessed lots of totally different incarnations of the Persona universe and its gameplay mechanics. Not every Persona fan has actually played through all…
It's no secret that the superhero genre is a bit oversaturated in the modern era, from TV to cinema and beyond. With a single idea getting so much exposure from so many unique creators, a fascinating new spin on the concept breaks the surface and stands out. Season 3 of…
Fntastic's MMO third-person shooter The Day Before has been earning a lot of attention ever since it was announced in January 2021. From being Steam's most wishlisted game, further and further release dates, and switching from Unreal Engine 4 to Unreal Engine 5, it seems there is no shortage of…
BioWare's Knights of the Old Republic from 2003 continues to be one of the most beloved Star Wars titles despite its age, outshining countless other games bearing the Star Wars name. Along with its popularity as a Star Wars game, Knights of the Old Republic is regarded as one of…
Destiny 2 is one of the longest-standing first-person shooter games on the market, and the franchise as a whole encompasses over seven years of releases and updates. Because the core of the game is that of a looter-shooter, Destiny 2 relies heavily on the fact that players can and will…
Overwatch 2 is making the switch to a free-to-play model, which means that there will be many adjustments made to the game, its content, and its post-launch support. Battle Passes are replacing Loot Boxes, PvE content is coming through seasonal updates, and Mythic skins are on the way to give…
FromSoftware's Elden Ring has been a smash hit, selling millions of copies and earning acclaim from critics across the board. Elden Ring provides a massive open world, plenty of bosses to defeat, and an exhausting number of secrets to find, yet there are many who have finished the game and…
One of the reasons The Black Phone stands out among horror movies today is because it blends a couple of different horror genres into one. Other films have managed to mash up what would have been a typical slasher flick with supernatural elements. However, as well-reviewed as the Ethan Hawke…
Over the years, Square Enix has really leaned into Final Fantasy’s status as an anthology series. With this in mind, it’s little surprise that its features have changed dramatically between installments, depending on the themes of each universe. Even though the mainline games share a naming structure, each is often…
Riot Games' team-based FPS Valorant has exploded in popularity since it was officially released in June 2020, competing with the likes of Call of Duty and Apex Legends. The free-to-play Valorant offers several game modes, including Unranked and Competitive matches which feature opposing Agents battling over a Spike which must…
The heavily rumored Assassin's Creed Rift could be a momentous release for Ubisoft. With the title reportedly set to be quite different from the more open and RPG-like titles in the franchise, the game could easily have something to offer new and old fans alike. It is no secret that…
Outriders: Worldslayer is the first expansion pack coming to the third-person co-op shooter, Outriders. The upcoming expansion will feature tons of new content for players to enjoy regardless of whether they're a newbie or a veteran to the world of Outriders. In November of last, the game launched the free…
Hideo Kojima is an eccentric video game auteur most known for the Metal Gear series. The last game in the franchise, Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain, is a good display of the typical gameplay elements that have come to characterize Kojima's games. The gameplay is intricate, allowing players…
Landing on the PlayStation 2 and original Xbox all the way back in 2005, the first Destroy All Humans! game was met with a fairly positive reception on launch. Though the game was criticized for not being quite as in-depth as other open-area games of the time, Destroy All Humans!…
People Can Fly and Square Enix Europe's online-only action RPG Outriders may not have completely wowed players when it was first released, but it is by no means a bad game either. Outriders has seen a fairly steady stream of gamers since its launch in April of last year, even…
The Star Wars franchise has seen the release of many video games over the years alongside its prolific big and small screen output. While the games released under the Star Wars banner vary greatly in genre and style, Star Wars: The Old Republic stands alone as the only MMO in…
Bethesda is a mammoth studio known primarily for The Elder Scrolls, a franchise of first-person open-world games that have had a massive cultural impact and have spawned a vast community of modders. The studio is also responsible for the Fallout series which has always been a reliable source of post-apocalyptic…
Blizzard's Diablo series has been running since 1997, so unsurprisingly the games have covered a lot of narrative ground. Not only are there three core games, but there are expansion packs, additional types of media that expanded the story, and the recently released MMO ARPG Diablo Immortal. This would already…
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service gives players well over 100 games to choose from, including plenty of titles that offer local co-op options. However, to see if a game offers local co-op support, gamers have to navigate to its Microsoft Store page, with the information not always clearly presented…
Sports games have been around since the very dawn of the gaming industry, dating all the way back to 1958, with one of the first games ever created, Tennis for Two. In 1969, Sega's Grand Prix hit arcade floors, laying the groundwork for all future racing games. By the time…
Dead by Daylight is an asymmetrical multiplayer horror game wherein four Survivors cooperate in hopes of escaping from a Killer. First released in 2016, the game has gone on to add plenty of different playable characters. The Killers, in particular, come from a wide range of backgrounds, so players can…
Fallout London is a mod currently in development for Fallout 4. The team released a gameplay trailer just last month, featuring the game’s opening sequence. It also showed off the mod’s character creation process, some salient characters, and even a bit of post-apocalyptic London. Suffice to say, the Fallout community…
When the recent Nintendo Direct Mini was first announced, there were plenty that felt disappointed at the lack of a full-blown summer Direct with news regarding Nintendo's upcoming releases like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet and Bayonetta 3. However, despite it being only a 'partner showcase,' there were plenty of announcements…
As the first new IP for Bethesda Game Studios in 25 years, Starfield has become one of the most anticipated games of 2023. Conceived in the early 2010s, Starfield was officially trademarked in 2013, and active development has been ongoing since the release of Fallout 4 in 2015. It was…
The past couple of months have marked a few anniversaries of some of cinema's favorite alien characters. Not that long ago, the troubled third sequel to Ridley Scott's original Alien had reached thirty years. Meanwhile, June finds film fans celebrating two alien flick's 40-year anniversaries, one being Steven Spielberg's massive…
To the joy of many fans, Capcom finally announced the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection in a Nintendo Partner Direct. This will collect all six of the main Mega Man Battle Network Game Boy Advance titles, as well as both versions of Battle Network 3 and onward. A number…
Released back in 1993, few could have imagined the heights to which Doom would rise, making it one of the most successful PC games of its time. Today Doom continues to thrive across an expanse of films, tabletop games, novels, and comics, but chief among them is the rebooted series…
Capcom's Resident Evil 4 is widely considered to be one of the best video games ever made, earning incredible review scores, selling millions of copies, and changing the direction of the survival-horror series, for better or worse. Considering Resident Evil 4's incredible popularity, it's no surprise Capcom has tried to…
One of the biggest events in Apex Legends are mid-season patches. Respawn Entertainment brings out the changes that couldn't quite make it to the start of the season in these patches. Weapon, Legend, gear, and game mode changes aren't as plentiful, but they tend to shake up the meta and…
Nowadays, It seems like almost every big brand wants to get a slice of the platform fighter genre. Super Smash Bros Ultimate took the world by storm and was the crossover to end all crossovers, and now other studios have taken notes. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl brought some of the biggest…
Bethesda's upcoming space adventure Starfield has been making a lot of waves recently. Initially slated for a late 2022 release, the game became another victim of development delays and its launch was pushed back into 2023. Fans don't necessarily have to panic, though, as the developer used the recent Xbox…
While it had strong sales, Cyberpunk 2077 was a disappointment to many. The game had performance issues, and its graphics, audio design, and storytelling left much to be desired, especially in comparison to other high-budget RPGs. In the time since its release, CD Projekt Red has made it a more…
For a while now NZXT has been growing its brand to incorporate more than just PC builds and PC cases. From motherboards to microphones, NZXT has expanded its reach to cover a variety of PC and gaming related needs for a variety of users. With the Capsule microphone, NZXT took…
Elden Ring is full of mysterious characters and beings whose goal is to guide the character through the story and interpret the lore surrounding the world and the Lands Between. The Two Fingers are first introduced to the player as a being who will guide them on their journey through…
The "A New Frontier" trailer for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak released June 13 during the 2022 Capcom Showcase, and it seemed like a fitting note to end on before the expansion's June 30 launch. Capcom revealed returning fan-favorite monster Gore Magala, and confirmed Sunbreak would have a demo as well…
While elven lore has taken center stage in the Dragon Age series, the dwarves have had their own interesting lore explored on the side. This was especially apparent in the Descent DLC, which revealed the existence of Titans, their connection to lyrium, and the possibility of dwarves gaining magic. With…
Horizon Forbidden West is not only a beautiful game, but one that shines in countless areas. Combat is stellar, with players having a ton of ways to approach each fight with Horizon’s iconic Machines. Side quests are more meaningful, with players having a reason to care more about the people…
BioWare is one of the most renowned video game developers of all time, but even the most adored studios can make mistakes. Bursting onto the scene in 1996 with Shattered Steel, promptly followed by the acclaimed Baldur's Gate in 1998, BioWare quickly made a name for itself in the industry.…
God of War: Ragnarok is easily one of the most anticipated titles of the year, given Santa Monica has reiterated a time or two that it would release in 2022. Many may worry about some delay, which is reasonable given other high-profile delays this year, but everything is reportedly on…
While western audiences continue to wait for a much-anticipated port of Mother 3, another that originally only released in Japan is set to release globally on the Switch. Live A Live is a game that players outside of Nintendo's native country have been aware of for years, and a Live…
With The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, Free Range Games and North Beach Games are taking the Lord of the Rings franchise in a direction that it's never been before. While Return to Moria certainly sounds promising, the development team would be wise to pull inspiration from recent…
An official release date for Hollow Knight: Silksong is widely anticipated by the indie community and Metroidvania fans alike, especially following the Xbox-Betheseda showcase, which dropped a surprise trailer after no word from the game developers since 2019. It seems that every game presented during the showcase is set to…
Franchises with multiple entries face a number of problems. Sometimes there can be a sizable amount of time in between entries, and the narrative can lose its momentum or the playerbase can lose interest. That can be why some games, like the long-running Splinter Cell franchise, choose to reboot and…
The French developer Ubisoft has made a name for itself in the gaming world through its collection of open-world franchises that have defined the genre. Of the numerous series on offer, Assassin's Creed is perhaps the most recognizable. It began in 2007 and since then the series has taken gamers…
Gamers are currently going through their longest wait between Grand Theft Auto games ever. The last new mainline GTA game to be released was Grand Theft Auto 5 in 2013, and while it has been lauded for its stunning detail and limitless freedom it provides players as they adventure throughout…
Fallout 4 was an enjoyable but flawed entry to the franchise. Many didn’t like the voiced protagonist and lackluster main quest, alongside other changes to the gameplay. One salient difference, however, is in how the game treats Power Armor. Even though the next game in the series is still a…
Sony recently launched its revamped PlayStation Plus service, giving subscribers three separate tiers to choose from. Out of all the three new PlayStation Plus tiers, the highest-priced option is PS Plus Premium, the big selling point of which is access to retro games from the PS1, PS2, PSP, and PS3…
The Quarry introduced a new and interesting mechanic for players that want characters to live without having to restart the whole game. This is called the "death rewind" mechanic, and it is unlocked after the game is beaten. Once the game is beaten, players can select different chapters of The…
Arkane Studios’ latest game, Redfall, has recently received a lot of attention with a brand-new trailer and gameplay footage showing how the four announced protagonists work together to slay hoards of vampires. Rightly so, the initial response to seeing a four-person squad fend off hoards of supernatural creatures reminds fans…
A part of what makes the Star Wars franchise so unique and gripping is the huge range of talents and skills that can be possessed by the characters within it. From mastering the force to being revered as a sharpshooter, there are a huge amount of things that can earn…
Founded in 1995 by Sergiy Grygorovych, GSC Game World is a developer based in Ukraine. Though the developer spent its first five years trying to gain the Warcraft license from Blizzard to make their own version of Warcraft 3, the team was rejected, and set out about developing their own…
Today's Nintendo Direct Mini revealed several new games coming to the Switch in the near future, and it also acted as a springboard to provide more details on remakes and remastered editions for popular sagas, such as Pac-Man Re-Pac and Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection. This specific Nintendo Direct…
Bayonetta 3 was officially teased by developers Platinum Games back in 2017, and is currently set for a vague 2022 release. Although a concrete release date has yet to be announced, the trailers released so far have given fans a lot to speculate about regarding what the story of Bayonetta…
During Capcom's Summer Games Fest showcase, there were plenty of exciting new details revealed about a slew of its popular franchises like Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter. The company also revealed more details about its upcoming hectic dino shooter, Exoprimal. During the six-minute segment and an extended gameplay…
WWE 2K22 developer’s Visual Concepts have proven that it is more than capable of making an entertaining wrestling game that recaptures the attention of fans and gamers around the world. The success of WWE 2K22 has made fans hopeful that WWE 2K23 will continue to be enjoyable while making significant…
Every year since 2010, Steam has had a big Summer sale. While the biggest PC storefront and games library has a plethora of different sales throughout the year, none is quite as revered as the Steam Summer Sale, often boasting some of the biggest reductions on some of the most…
At Nintendo’s Direct Mini, Capcom surprised fans the world over with the announcement of the Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection. Fans had been hoping for this for quite some time, but there had been no sign that an announcement was inbound. It was definitely a welcome surprise, as this…
As the Jurassic Park franchise gets ready to finally enter a more lasting slumber, Jurassic World Dominion is the perfect reminder for fans and studios that too much of a good thing can be bad. That is because Dominion, more than ever, mirrors Universal walking down the same path the…
While Blizzard Entertainment's long-running and incredibly foundational MMORPG World of Warcraft still has its dedicated fanbase, its popularity is diminishing slightly. With newer MMORPGs on the market like The Elder Scrolls Online and Final Fantasy 14 for World of Warcraft to contend with, it's struggling to keep the attention of…
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is arguably one of the best fantasy RPGs in recent gaming history — the product of the development team’s ingenuity, hard work, and dedication. That said, some of the Witcher devs have gone on to work on other projects, and they’re worth checking out, especially…
Nintendo Direct Minis aren't often jam-packed with exciting new announcements, but today's did have some pretty intriguing reveals. Along with the somewhat surprising reveal that Persona 5 Royal is finally heading to the Switch after years of speculation and rumors, along with its predecessors Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4…
Activision's Call of Duty franchise has been going strong for nearly two decades now, with most entries in the series topping sales charts and earning high marks from critics. Later this year, Call of Duty fans can look forward to the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, a…
After a decade of waiting, fans have confirmation of Dragon's Dogma 2 being in development. The original game and its expansion "Dark Arisen" both came out rough due to a rushed development, but their peaks were high. The Monster Hunter-like combat and the unique Pawn AI system made Dragon's Dogma…
A Plague Tale: Innocence was a sleeper hit in 2019. In the narrative-driven game, siblings Amicia and Hugo de Rune must leave their pampered lives and evade both the French Inquisition and hordes of rats that are spreading throughout the county. Players primarily control Amicia as she guides herself, Hugo,…
Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone's Stardew Valley took the gaming world by storm upon release in 2016, and has established itself as a true indie classic in the years since. In fact, Barone recently confirmed Stardew Valley will receive a version 1.6 update in the near future, though it won't be nearly…
Over the years, the Star Wars franchise has created some of the most iconic characters in pop culture. Most people know the name Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, and even Grogu from The Mandalorian. There is a universe full of characters that has been explored throughout numerous projects ranging from video…
Thanks to a brand-new trailer, fans have gotten a fresh look at the upcoming System Shock, the long-awaited remake of the cult classic first seen in 1994. First announced back in 2015, the System Shock remake has endured not just its own franchise's tumultuous history but also its own challenges…
Rocksteady Studios, the team behind the seminal Batman: Arkham series, is currently in the process of developing a new action-adventure game in Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. It was announced at DC Fandome 2020, but got pushed from the initial 2022 release window to spring 2023, which means fans…
Nintendo always has something big in development, and the Direct is a time-honored tradition that gives fans invaluable insight into what the video game giant is planning. 2022 has seen a few excellent Nintendo Directs so far, including a February presentation that revealed remarkable 2022 releases such as Nintendo Switch…
Throughout the years, the horror genre has created many iconic villains. From silent stalkers like Michael Myers and Jason Voorhees to the wisecracking audience favorite Freddy Krueger, franchises have been spawned based on the strength of these villains' characters alone. With these villains spanning decades and cultivating a cult of…
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are finally on the way. In some respects, these Generation 9 titles seem perfectly traditional; for instance, it looks like Pokemon fans will once again be cooperating with some kind of Pokemon professor to fill out the Pokedex. However, other elements of the experience sound totally…
The hedge maze. Room 237. The tricycle. “Here’s Johnny!” The Shining, Stanley Kubrick’s adaptation of Stephen King’s novel, is held in high regard among fans of horror, considered by many to be one of the best horror films of all time. Kubrick directed the film in the first frenzy of…
Despite a wealth of exceptional experiences under its belt, Red Dead Redemption 2 is perhaps the best experience Rockstar Games has crafted yet. Its has quality storytelling few other games have achieved, and its visuals are stunning. The game pushed the capability of last generation's consoles, and the game's continued…
2021's Outriders is a co-op shooter created by People Can Fly and published by Square Enix. The game takes players to the alien planet of Enoch, which lays the foundation of Outriders' story and core gameplay. Players can enjoy the game solo or together with other 'Outriders' and experience the…
Horizon Forbidden West has become one of the most successful sequels in recent years, progressing the story of the Horizon franchise while providing players enjoyable gameplay. With this progression of the story, Aloy and her friends have learned of a new threat to humanity, an AI like GAIA that has…
The vampire-hunting co-op shooter Redfall was originally announced during E3 in 2021. The game is created by Arkane Studios, developers of popular action-FPS games Dishonored and Deathloop, so its pedigree alone is enough to have fans anxious to see what Arkane’s take on cryptid hunting looks like. There is one…
Last February, Bethesda released a 2022 roadmap for Fallout 76, showcasing a wide range of new additions coming to the game. These included new extraterrestrial enemies and a special update that took players all the way to The Pitt. Many players were happy to see these improvements, as they meant…
Season of the Haunted launched a month ago, and it followed the beginning of Year 5 with Season of the Risen and The Witch Queen, which was the first time that Destiny 2 players were allowed to use the new crafting system to make the guns they wanted, the way…
Fable may be one of the most groundbreaking game franchises in video game history. Since its initial release back in 2004, Fable garnered a large and loyal following that only grown over the years, allowing the series to become an Xbox best-seller at its peak. The fantasy RPG was truly…
Plenty of information on Overwatch 2 has finally started to release, with Blizzard detailing several aspects of the game in recent weeks. Fans now know that it will be making the switch to free-to-play, replacing the original Overwatch client, and introducing a seasonal approach to content. It will also be…
LunarLux is a turn-based RPG currently hosting its first playtest on Steam with a release scheduled for late 2023. The game follows Lunex Warrior Bella and her sidekick Tetra as they explore the moon to protect it from a comet that could cause devastating extinction. The game aims to be…
The Star Wars universe is filled with different species, factions, and groups, all with their own unique motivations and rich backstories that have been fleshed over four decades of material. By far one of the most popular groups in Star Wars is the Bounty Hunter's Guild, a rag-tag group of…
Modding has been a part of the PC landscape since its very first inception over four decades ago. From the moment people got their hands on a computer, modding was born, with people adapting interfaces, tweaking programs to run differently, or reworking the code of their favorite game to transform…
Sony has finally launched its PlayStation Plus revamp, giving subscribers access to a huge catalog of classic games from the PS1, PS2, PSP, and PS3 eras, along with a variety of PS4 and PS5 games as well. The new PlayStation Plus service is stuffed to the brink with classic games,…
Developing video games is a tricky business, and it can be full of pitfalls and problems that cause delays or even cancel titles before they can release. Even veteran development teams in established studios have issues, and this means fans can get more than a little anxious while they wait…
Update 6/28: Escape Academy was originally expected to release for Xbox Game Pass on June 28, but it was delayed to July 14. This delay means that Xbox Game Pass subscribers now know of five day one Xbox Game Pass games coming in July 2022. Original story follows. One of…
Disney +'s most recent entry into the Star Wars canon follows its namesake character Obi-Wan Kenobi, exploring his grief and overwhelming guilt following the events of Revenge of the Sith. The story is one of Obi-Wan's internal struggle as he attempts to protect young Princess Leia, come to terms with…
There are already a lot of Final Fantasy games to keep track of, but Final Fantasy 7 and its affiliated offshoots make the narrative timeline of its subfranchise even more complicated. For the most part, titles in the Final Fantasy franchise aren't necessarily related unless they're direct sequels, like Final…
With the upcoming release of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course, it seems the final chapter is closing on the 1930s-inspired run-and-gun shooter, marking the end of a long journey from the game's initial announcement to the last update with DLC. Riding high on the success of its hit game, many…
Genshin Impact was first released in September of 2020. Since then, it’s expanded its map and now has three different regions. The game also has plenty of quests for players to experience, such as main story quests, world quests, and even character-specific quests. However, many long-time players have already completed…
The farming sim genre didn't know what hit it when Stardew Valley first came on the scene in 2016. The simulation RPG was developed by the one person, Eric "ConcernedApe" Barone, and despite its humble beginnings, Stardew Valley became a huge critical and commercial success. While farming sims always had…
Last week, Focus Entertainment and Asobo Studio treated the world to a closer look at the upcoming A Plague Tale: Requiem by way of an extended gameplay trailer. The trailer shows players will once again take control of both Amicia and Hugo - two children who barely survived the rat…
Expectations are high for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, as it serves as a follow-up to 2019’s hugely successful reboot of the subseries. Based on what has been revealed, teased, and leaked for the game thus far, it seems poised to deliver. After all, a campaign featuring the return…
Fall Guys has been in the news a lot recently, and for good reason. Its free-to-play releases has been both exciting and controversial, as while it has rejuvenated the game by bringing in a whole new group of players, Fall Guys’ free-to-play battle pass has angered many. Alongside this major…
The Pokemon franchise has tackled a great many genres over the last 25 years, with both Game Freak and outside studios expanding the brand beyond its creature-collecting RPG roots. Koei Tecmo’s strategy-RPG Pokemon Conquest recently hit its 10-year anniversary in North America, and Bandai Namco’s on-rails photography series Pokemon Snap…
As Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's release date draws near, fans are eagerly further news about what new Pokemon they can catch in the ninth generation of games. Many are anticipating potential announcements for new regional forms and evolutions expected to appear in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. As these new games…
Attacking teams in Rainbow Six Siege have reason to rejoice with the release of Operation Vector Glare. Not only has Glaz - one of the most niche operators in the game - gotten a third secondary weapon option by way of the Bearing 9 machine pistol, his base stats have…
During Overwatch 2’s reveal event, Blizzard gave fans a closer look at the Junker Queen, a new Tank hero that will finally be joining the roster with the release of Overwatch 2. Alongside a deep dive into the heavily requested character’s abilities, players got to see a new animated short…
The 3rd phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe ended in a great loss, with fans having to say farewell to many beloved characters like Iron Man / Tony Stark (played by Robert Downey Jr) and Captain America / Steve Rogers (played by Chris Evans). Following the hard goodbyes that came…
Since its beginnings in 2008, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has taken the film industry by storm. Causing mass excitement and some critical hesitation among veteran filmmakers, the studio has become one of the biggest entities in the industry. In the realm of video games, the company has been slowly but…
With the secrets in FromSoftware's Elden Ring now picked clean by the community, some of the more hidden encounters have become critical parts of many playthroughs. This has especially become the case for the hidden Volcano Manor legacy dungeon, and the epic boss encounter at the end against the manor's…
Players know now that The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is a stealth-based action-adventure title, and that combat is only prevalent in the form of stealth assassinations, as well as using environmental interactions to subdue or defeat unsuspecting enemies. This will be unique for a character who is far more…
June is the month dedicated to Pride and queer people, with the first march starting a long time ago, all the way back in 1970, after the so-called Stonewall riots that occurred in June and July 1969. Pride Month become an official recurrence just recently, with President Bill Clinton first…
The indie multiplayer exploration, survival, and crafting game from Swedish developer Iron Gate Studio, Valheim, has maintained a steady number of concurrent players ever since its initial release in February 2021. Following an announcement at the 2022 Xbox and Bethesda extended showcase that the game will be coming to Xbox…
Mass Effect enjoyed a period of popularity in the early 2010s, but seems to have fallen off the radar a little as an IP in more recent years. Though the popular trilogy has seen some resurgence after being remastered and released as the Mass Effect Legendary Edition, there is little…
Resident Evil is one of the most celebrated and enduring IPs in Capcom’s catalog. Since 1996, the series has received numerous entries and remakes, constantly evolving the graphics of each game. Capcom’s upcoming Resident Evil 4 remake is another anticipated re-imagining of a fan-favorite title, joining a growing list of…
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is said to be a "massive" expansion in Capcom's marketing, and trailers released leading up to its June 30 launch certainly corroborate that. There will be a number of mechanical updates, including a new Switch Skill Swap feature that lets players bring more abilities to each…
Borderlands 4 could still be a while away, as Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands just released and Tales from the Borderlands 2 is right around the corner. However, this has not stopped fans from speculating about characters like Lilith or potential Vault Hunters that the game could feature. Fans have also suggested…
V Rising has been a break-out hit on Steam Early Access since its launch in May, and players have been enjoying the game’s interesting take on survival and base management. Developer Stunlock Studios has been hard at work ensuring that the game stays updated with new features and bug fixes.…
When it comes to open-world gaming, there is no franchise as trendsetting as Grand Theft Auto. The series began in 1997, although it is Grand Theft Auto 3, released in 2001, that has made it a household name. Since then, the series has sold over 370 million copies worldwide, and…
Next year will be a big one for Final Fantasy fans. Not only is Cloud’s journey in Final Fantasy 7 seemingly going off the rails with FF7 Rebirth, but fans will begin the first step of Clive’s journey in Final Fantasy 16. The former releases next winter, while Final Fantasy…
By marrying its Soulslike mechanics to an open-world RPG format, Elden Ring has made the franchise more approachable than ever. Whereas past Souls games were more linear or had more limited options, the unparalleled freedom of Elden Ring creates an unparalleled sense of exploration and reward. It’s one of few…
The WWE has garnered a lot of controversy over the years due to the way it has treated wrestlers and how quickly the company can let go of major characters in the industry. In WWE 2K22’s roster, there were a few high-profile names that were left out since these wrestlers…
Before gameplay for Rocksteady’s Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League was even revealed, the game immediately wrought comparison to the developer’s Batman: Arkham series. This is not unfounded, however, since it was confirmed that Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League takes place in the same canon, but as a four-player…
The Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, as well as the extended event, exploded with tons of new information about Starfield—Bethesda’s first new IP in decades. Many are no doubt excited even if everything they’ve learned hasn’t been perfect, but of course, nothing ever is. Among details about Starfield’s story, combat, exploration,…
Although Harry Potter has had its fair share of video games, Hogwarts Legacy promises to be the most expansive one yet. Developed by Avalanche Software, Hogwarts Legacy is set in the late 1800s, and it will allow players to enroll in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where they can…
June 2022 is coming to a close, and it seems the list of Xbox Game Pass titles for June is thinning out too. As it stands, there is one more title confirmed for June 21 and two titles confirmed for June 23, but that leaves a week without Xbox Game…
Right now, PS Plus subscribers are getting to check out all the new perks of the Extra and Premium tiers, if they’ve upgraded from the now newly-dubbed Essential tier. There are a lot of great games at the PS Plus Extra and Premium Tiers, though some are notably unhappy with…
After a decade of uncertainty, Dragon's Dogma finally has a sequel confirmed to be in development. A Japan-only MMO and a Netflix anime series were both created in the interim since Dragon's Dogma released, but they were no substitute for a true Dragon's Dogma 2. On the series' 10th anniversary…
Gods loom large in Eora, the setting of Obsidian Entertainment's Pillars of Eternity series and Avowed. Sometimes they literally loom large - a gigantic statue possessed by Eothas sets in motion the plot of Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire. Illustrations from the same game show the player character as a…
FromSoftware's Elden Ring is one of the most successful new releases in 2022. The Soulslike fantasy epic sold 13.4 million copies between its launch in February 25 and March 31, according to Bandai Namco's financial reports, and since then players have had time to conquer the game and play it…
The Nintendo Switch Online subscription service announced its "Expansion Pack" last year with one headlining addition: a library of games from the Nintendo 64 to match NES and SNES offerings. Another library for Sega Genesis games and access to DLC such as Animal Crossing: New Horizons' Happy Home Paradise and…
With summer fast approaching,The Pokemon Company will soon start revealing more and more details about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet before the Gen 9 games are finally released in November. Despite the fact that Gen 9 games have only gotten two trailers thus far, there is still a lot of information…
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are set to release later this year, though very little is still known about the games. The recent trailer gave fans a look at the legendaries, three new non-starter Pokemon, and a look at the Professors, but there are still tons of questions about Pokemon Scarlet…
After a decade-long hiatus, Routine surprised audiences at this year's Summer Game Fest with a new trailer providing hope for its future release. The game already had a cult following thanks to its 1980s-inspired sci-fi aesthetic with a horror/thriller vibe, so confirmation that Lunar Software is still at work gave…
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order was an important addition to the new Star Wars canon established after Disney's acquisition due to the fact that it explored some new grounds, like the Zeffo. There has been much speculation surrounding the story of the game's upcoming sequel, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, with…
Microsoft has an insane number of developers and IP under its Xbox Game Studios umbrella, especially following the $7.5 billion acquisition of ZeniMax Media and subsequent $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. The scope of offerings on Xbox consoles and the Game Pass service was made clear during last week's…
All too often, the games of Dragon Age boil down its great moral dilemma of the Mages and Templars down to Mages good, Templars bad. There’s no doubt the Templars are oppressive and need some correction, but out-of-control Mages are completely dangerous. There are probably better ways to handle it…
While a fair bit is now known about the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 campaign, information on the game’s multiplayer is still heavily limited. The classic map Highrise has been teased, and legendary weapons like the Intervention have leaked, but beyond that fans know very little about what will…
Returnal is another recent game in the ongoing roguelite/roguelike trend, but it thrived among its peers as a beloved science-fiction title with fantastic gunplay, special effects, and visuals. Trying to decipher what happened in protagonist Selene’s past, as well as understanding the composition of the alien planet she inhabits, makes…
For PvP fans, the Overwatch 2 reveal event could not have been any more exciting. Players got to witness a new animated short starring the Junker Queen, with a deep dive into the new Tank’s abilities released as well. Blizzard announced the removal of Loot Boxes alongside the introduction of…
It has been close to a decade since the last Rayman game released on consoles, and despite its legacy living on through iOS and Android games, it's strange to imagine that Ubisoft would get lax on one of its most recognizable platformers. At this point it seems the Rabbids, who…
Ever since the late 1960s, Star Trek has been a staple in the science fiction world. Not only do many consider it the pinnacle of the genre, but it has also been the mainstream founding father to the plethora of space-faring shows and movies that have been created since. Out…
The Monk can be an excellent choice for characters in the current edition of Dungeons & Dragons, especially if players are looking for simple choices on weapons and armor. However, that doesn't mean creator Wizards of the Coast can't improve the class when moving from D&D 5E to 6E. There…
Remedy says that it has plans to develop a sequel to Control, which is exciting for a variety of reasons. Control 2 will presumably continue the story of the original game, sending Jesse Faden on a new adventure related to the Federal Bureau of Control's mission; whether that means fighting…
The upcoming Hogwarts Legacy is sure to continue generating huge amounts of hype as it draws closer to release. The open-world RPG set within the fantastical and iconic Harry Potter universe was always going to excite fans, but no-one could have predicted the scale and detail that the title is…
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands started off pretty strong, with lots of environments to explore and enemies to kill with a mix of the tested Borderlands' formula with regard to guns, and the addition of spells in place of the usual grenades the franchise is known for. Spells did shake up the…
Over two seasons of great sci-fi TV, Raised by Wolves established itself as one of the most bizarre, unique, and intelligent stories in the modern medium. Unfortunately, the series appears to be doomed to end on an unresolved cliffhanger, unless someone or something can provide the series with a much-needed…
Destiny 2's Season of the Haunted is a great addition to the game and a fantastic release to continue the story of The Witch Queen and Season of the Risen, with the former being often praised as one of the best expansions in the history of the game. While Season…
While Final Fantasy may still rule the JRPG space, there are a handful of franchises that have hunted its crown. Persona is one such series, with roots on the original PlayStation and its most recent mainline release on the PlayStation 4 wielding overwhelming critical praise. Smart character development, intricate leveling…
Amazon Prime Day has become a yearly staple event full of sales, enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Prime subscribers worldwide. In recent years, the technology behemoth expanded its Prime services to include Prime Gaming, which has been giving gamers countless unique in-game perks that they can enjoy within some…
Blizzard recently gave fans an inside look into the development of Overwatch 2 during its June reveal event. This event focused on all the changes coming to the sequel and shined a spotlight on the newest Tank hero, Junker Queen. Overwatch 2 is aiming to do more than just add…
Overwatch 2 is a title that is definitely attracting large amounts of attention, but maybe not for all the right reasons. With many fans questioning the need for a sequel to the original title, there is a lot of pressure for the new game to establish its own identity and…
The latest Final Fantasy 16 trailer gave fans a more in-depth look at Eikons and Dominants, revealing more Eikons like Ramuh, Odin, and Bahamut, as well as some Dominants like Garuda’s Benedikta Harman. The relationship between a Dominant and an Eikon is likely to be a major point of the…
It wasn’t too long ago that Final Fantasy 7 Remake launched. Initially a PS4 exclusive, this title adapted the Midgar portion of the original Final Fantasy 7 into an expanded HD format. With new visuals, new action mechanics, and even an altered script, the game became a wild success. The…
The Lands Between in Elden Ring may seem abandoned by any gods, but the truth is that there are Outer Gods that influence what they can. The most well-known of these is the Greater Will, which basically took over the Lands Between long ago with Marika as a stand-in ruler.…
With the 2023 release of Diablo 4 inching ever closer, Blizzard has been slowly but surely revealing the contents of the upcoming addition to its beloved franchise. The gaming behemoth has confirmed that the events of Diablo 4 will continue the story of Diablo 3. While the game's main villain…
Starfield is Bethesda's next massive open world game, allowing players to explore over 100 solar systems and thousands of planets. Ever since the game was first announced, one question has been if it would include alien races or not. After all, The Elder Scrolls series lets players create non-human characters…
In 2019, TitleMax reported statistics showing Pokemon was the highest-grossing media franchise of all time. That status held true through the 25th anniversary of Pokemon Red and Green in 2021, and now Game Freak is preparing to launch its ninth Generation of mainline creature-collecting RPGs with Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.…
The mystery game selection may be over, but Epic Games Store is trucking along with new free game releases every week. The Epic Games Store has returned to its tried-and-true formula of releasing a game and revealing the next week’s selection, which means fans know they can claim Supraland through…
Ubisoft Blue Byte is currently looking for a Senior Level Designer to join the team in Dusseldorf for a new Assassin's Creed title. This project is unlike previous entries and will take the Assassin's Creed franchise in a new direction. This new project (if seen through to completion/release) is possibly…
Many say that television is in a golden age right now, where it is just as high-budget as the film industry, and just as respected. TV shows are a great way to tell an extended story that wouldn't fit into the time constraints of a film, which is why many…
As Disney+'s latest Star Wars series approaches its finale, fans are waiting with bated breath for the climactic moment. From the start, many wondered if the show would see the title character facing off against his former pupil, Anakin Skywalker turned Darth Vader. But as the series draws closer to…
Hogwarts houses in the Harry Potter mythology have always been entertaining barometers for what a character’s defining personality traits are, even if they can be derivative or reductive. By placing a sentient, magical witch hat on a child’s head, the house that will define them for their entire seven-year education…
In an Overwatch 2 Reveal Event on June 16, fans got various updates on the game's progression. It seems Overwatch 2 is in full swing and ready to start churning out content for its player base with a set date for the next PvP beta, which will now include consoles…
Hollywood is no stranger to retellings, especially ones that revolve around myths and legends. After all, why not utilize the stories that have already been told for hundreds of years and are well-known to the public? The trick is ensuring that the story isn't just a straight retelling of a…
Red lyrium has been a part of the Dragon Age series since Dragon Age 2, and there is evidence that it could play a large role in Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. BioWare already teased this possibility in its Dragon Age: Dreadwolf teaser poster back in 2018. The poster shows Solas facing…
As everyone already knows, there are a truly staggering amount of superhero projects coming to the big and small screens each year. Most have described this as far too much, and while they are correct, fans do still gain some benefits from the constant outflow of new superhero media. Back…
When Cal Kestis is first found on Bracca and rescued from the Second Sister, Cere Junda and Greez Dritus of the Stinger Mantis are only a lowly pair in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Cere’s own agenda is undertaken by Greez as the Mantis’ captain, and the two miraculously find…
Elden Ring continues to blow fans away and keep them interested for hours on end, even months after the title was released. Developer FromSoftware is making sure that fans stay happy with its latest release by regularly updating the game to keep up with weapon balance and bugs. The most…
Following the success of the crossover between Fortnite and Marvel during Chapter 2, Epic Games has continued to work with Marvel to add more exciting content to the hit battle royale game. This includes skins like Scarlet Witch and Doctor Strange, with Spider-Man’s web shooters also being in-game items for…
A successful movie franchise will use new films to build upon the characters and storylines introduced during the series debut, but that’s much easier said than done. Most of the time, a trilogy continues a steady downward path in the eyes of fans and critics alike, seemingly never living up…
YouTube is a platform that has evolved significantly since its humble beginnings in 2005. As a result of the drastic increase in popularity of the site, the biggest creators have amassed serious followings over the years. As more and more creators started achieving what was once considered impossible milestones, YouTube…
Sunset Overdrive is an adrenaline-fueled action-adventure game with irreverent, slapstick humor and an arsenal of Insomniac’s creative firearms. Traversal and creative armaments are Insomniac Games' bread and butter, and have also made its other games such as Ratchet and Clank as engaging as they are. Insomniac’s Marvel’s Spider-Man has been…
It has been a long time since Splinter Cell fans got to take up the mantle of Sam Fisher in another globe-trotting stealth-action adventure. Since the release of Splinter Cell Blacklist in 2013, the franchise has been mostly dormant, relegating the beloved Sam Fisher to only cameo appearances in Ghost…
One of the most hotly anticipated games of 2022 is Santa Monica's God of War: Ragnarok which is the second and final part of Kratos' adventures in Norse mythology. Although not many details have been released, it is clear that Kratos and his son, Atreus, have plenty of dangers ahead…
When players get their hands on Starfield next year, they will be greeted by a familiar style of protagonist. After spending hours in Fallout 4 listening to the main character speak, Bethesda will be returning to the classic silent protagonist for Starfield. Up until Fallout 4, this was the standard…
BioWare's next Mass Effect entry could still be a while away, and since its confirmation during N7 Day in 2020, fans haven't been able to learn that much about it. The Mass Effect series is a massively popular sci-fi RPG franchise among the gaming community, and the announcement that Mass…
It has been a very eventful year for Capcom, especially for its Resident Evil franchise. During the Sony State of Play event in June, plenty of upcoming Resident Evil projects were revealed. Notably, Resident Evil Village will be receiving a VR port for PS VR2, and it is scheduled to…
While all eyes are on Starfield, many are no doubt curious about Bethesda’s future and other projects. It’s no surprise then that comments were made about The Elder Scrolls 6, but many have been surprised when Todd Howard said the words “Fallout 5.” Starfield is set to release in 2023,…
Now that Starfield’s gameplay footage is out, the community is hard at work dissecting every notable shot in the video. There’s plenty to dive into, from game environments to potential storylines, and even the most minute graphical details in the showcase. One interesting thing worth pointing out, however, is the…
After years of waiting, Avatar: The Last Airbemder fans finally have something to look forward to. While some may have been eagerly awaiting the upcoming live-action TV show from Netflix, the majority of the fanbase have been waiting to see what the newly created Avatar Studios has up its sleeve.…
When it comes to sci-fi and fantasy, the debate between computer-generated effects and old-fashioned makeup and prosthetics never ends. There are some that find any CGI to be unconvincing and unrealistic, and others that see digital effects as the only ones worth doing. Those fans of practical effects just had…
At the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase, the two companies finally unveiled 15 minutes of Starfield gameplay. It looks a little at the exploration, gave a small glimpse at combat, showed off the spaceship customization and flight, and dived a little into the game’s character creation. There’s certainly some promise…
Capcom seems to be on one hell of a roll these days as yet another remake from its infamous Resident Evil franchise was officially confirmed at this year's State of Play. One of the most beloved of the series entries, Resident Evil 4 will be receiving the same special treatment…
Destiny 2's Season of the Haunted introduced a brand-new patrol zone in the form of the derelict Leviathan, Calus' star-eating ship now filled with clone Loyalists and the Egregore fungal infection that plagued the Glykon from the Presage mission in Season 13. Alongside the Leviathan, several weapons from Season of…
The zombie genre has seen a variety of games over the past few years, but Techland's Dying Light offered a fresh take on the familiar formula. Released in 2015, Dying Light helped to alleviate zombie fatigue with its challenging open-world environment and a fluctuating day-night cycle. Players could traverse the…
Xbox Game Pass is widely considered to be one of the best deals in gaming right now, and Sony isn't willing to just let that go uncontested. Announced a few months ago, PS Plus subscribers are able to upgrade their subscription, accessing a new tier called PS Plus Premium, which…
While there were plenty of fantastic games that released in the same calendar year, Final Fantasy 7 Remake is widely considered to be one of its runaway successes. Few believed that the title may never even see the light of day, let alone be a game worthy of the story…
Much like in real life, video game characters go through a process of change. They live through the experiences that players take them through and grow from them into different and (hopefully) better people. Kingdom Heart 4's Sora is no different. Despite seemingly disappearing at the end of the third…
With many setting The Lands Between on fire as the Lord of Frenzied Flame, taking off to the stars as Ranni’s consort, or becoming the new Elden Lord in Elden Ring, many may be curious about any potential upcoming DLC. FromSoftware has not confirmed one way or another if DLC…
From a box office hit to a video game nightmare, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial would become one of the most talked-about movies of the 1980s. 40 years later, it is still one of the most beloved science fiction movies of all time. Whether someone has seen it or not, if asked…
Indie game Neon White was just released following its showcase at the Summer Game’s Fest 2022. The platformer FPS is a speedrunner’s paradise, featuring fast-paced gameplay and parkour mechanics. Despite being a new release, it already has glowing reviews from PC and Nintendo Switch players alike, garnering praise for its…
Assassin’s Creed is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, with many fans thinking Ubisoft is teasing an AC1 Remake reveal for September. This is an exciting prospect, and it’s perhaps more so because it would take fans back to more classic action-adventure games—if remade and updated well. What’s interesting right…
Square Enix's Final Fantasy series is one of the stalwarts of gaming culture. Spanning multiple decades, entries, mediums, and genres, the franchise has created a dedicated fan base over the years and continues to produce award-winning installments to this day. With upcoming releases like Final Fantasy 16 and Final Fantasy…
Dragon’s Dogma turned 10 back in May, with many fans hoping that Capcom would use this anniversary to officially announce Dragon’s Dogma 2. The game was part of the huge Capcom leak a while back, and it seems Capcom has teased it a time or two over the past few…
Because of the pandemic, a lot of things in the gaming industry have been shuffled around. Its impact is noticeable this year by how many games launched earlier this year and how many games have release dates further out. What this means though is the gaming industry is completely jam-packed…
Operation Vector Glare brings with it a slew of changes for Rainbow Six Siege. Long-range operators like Kali, Dokkaebi, and Tachanka are getting third secondary weapons that allow them to fare better in close-quarters. Glaz has been transformed from a 2-speed, 2-armor operator to a fast-moving 3-speed, 1-armor operator. The…
Pikmin Bloom is an exercise-focused mobile game where the primary goal is to collect decor for each unit by finding Seedlings at various real-world locations. The number of new decor types introduced by Niantic has increased significantly over the last few months with additions like "Snack," "Sushi Restaurant," and "Tiny…
When it comes to some of the best horror movies ever to be shot, quite a few were released in the 1970s. More than a few fantastic, terrifying films started franchises just when people really started to love the idea of a slasher coming for them, or Satan or one…
The Fallout franchise is one of the most long-standing high-profile franchises in gaming history, and it is easy to see why. The dystopian RPGs have understandably altered core details of the IP over time in a bid to keep things fresh, but there is one factor of the games that…
One of the governing rule in economics is the scarcity principle. This idea roughly dictates that when there’s a limited supply of something, coupled with high demand for said asset, then the value of the former should rise to represent that mismatch. Extrapolating that premise to Star Wars, Disney is…
It's no surprise that, out of all the RPGs it has in development, Microsoft chose Starfield to lead its recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. Bethesda's name is in the title, after all, so it only makes sense to give Starfield top billing. It also helps that the likes of…
Practically since its inception, Netflix has been reshaping the way that audiences view film and television, from establishing the subscription model to defining (and eventually destroying) the concept of content curation. Viewers might assume, then, that Netflix’s properties have evolved with the company, incorporating the insights of its streaming model…
Capcom fans have a lot to look forward to between Resident Evil Village DLC, a remake of Resident Evil 4, Street Fighter 6, Dragon's Dogma 2, and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. These games and others, like the multiplayer dinosaur-battling title Exoprimal, have been highlighted at recent events including Summer Game…
It seems that Rockstar Games is going to have its hands full for the foreseeable future as it constantly dodges questions about a hugely anticipated Grand Theft Auto 6 and the future for Red Dead Redemption 3, which leaves a long-overdue sequel in L.A. Noire 2 still stuck in the…
While Persona 6 shouldn't imitate Persona 5 wholesale, there are a lot of great lessons that the next big Persona game can take from its predecessor. For instance, Persona 5 found a lot of untapped potential in the Social Links explored in Persona 3 and 4. Upgrading Social Links into…
For a while now, the Jackbox Party Packs have dominated the party game conversation with a mixture of fun interactive experiences geared around creativity and trivia. But as the Party Packs have continued to roll out on an annual basis, an agreed-upon entry point for the series becomes less and…
Earlier today, Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment announced a new collection event for Apex Legends, dubbed Awakening. This event is bringing back the beloved Control LTM, introducing a new Town Takeover called Lifeline’s Clinic, and bringing in a ton of new skins to collect. As with past Collection Events in…
Ever since its inception in 2009, the Batman: Arkham series has been considered one of the greatest comic book video game series of all time. Rocksteady told one of the most thrilling Batman stories, so far over the course of three large-scale action-adventure games, and it is gearing up to…
While it’s going to take some time before it’s ready, Kingdom Hearts 4 promises to bring the JRPG franchise into a new era. Sora is now stranded in Quadratum, and this entry in the upcoming Lost Master Arc will focus on his attempts to return home. On his way out,…
While the very existence of The Last of Us Part 1 makes it controversial, as some believe the game release too recently to warrant a remake, others were thrilled to have confirmation that a new version of the critically acclaimed title is on the way. Likely releasing to capitalize on…
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass subscription service receives new games on a regular basis, including plenty of brand-new, day one releases. Microsoft still has yet to reveal all the new games coming to Xbox Game Pass in the second half of June 2022, but it has added a new game to…
The Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase gave fans a look at the upcoming action RPG, Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn. The gameplay reveal showcased combat and movement mechanics, a fantasy world setting, powerful bosses, adorable friends, and dangerous monsters for the players to experience. Everything about the Flintlock reveal makes…
It’s fair to say that this year’s Summer Game Fest event will likely be remembered in the future because of announcements like The Last of Us Part 1 and trailers from games such as Street Fighter 6. That doesn’t mean that the smaller indie games that brought some much-needed variety…
With almost a thousand Pokemon inhabiting the Pokemon world, there is a critter for everyone to fall in love with. However, in every generation, a handful of Pokemon stand out for a couple of reasons. Some catch the attention of gamers because they are cute starters, others because they are…
The long-anticipated free-to-play MMORPG Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds has finally arrived worldwide as of May 25, 2022. A combination between acclaimed animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli and South Korean developer Netmarble, the game is available for mobile devices and PC players, though it is still in beta for PC and…
When it comes to console racing games, there have only ever been two franchises that have really stood against one another. While the likes of F1 and the Burnout series have catered to specific audiences, they don't really hold the same weight or influence as the Gran Turismo or Forza…
"Hidden Bats" is a recently concluded Twitter-based alternate reality game (ARG) hosted by Spike Chunsoft to promote the release of its upcoming game: AI: The Somnium Files- nirvanA Initiative, which is debuting for PC and multiple consoles at the end of June. A series of mysterious Tweets from an organization…
Players may have had to wait for a long time – and there were definitely a few years when the future of the series seemed fairly dark – but a new Fable is finally on the way. The franchise has switched hands from the sadly no longer functioning Lionhead Studios…
Though it kind of came out of nowhere, the recent Capcom showcase was better than it had any right to be. On top of revealing some Resident Evil 4 Remake gameplay, showing off the new dinosaur survival game Exoprimal, and announcing story DLC for Resident Evil Village, the Capcom showcase…
The recent Summer Game Fest was an exciting showcase for gamers, showing off some titles in development and announcing some brand new upcoming games. One of the revelations of June's Summer Game Fest stream was Frost Giant Studios' new IP Stormgate. The developer, made up in part of former Warcraft…
Capcom recently announced Street Fighter 6, the latest mainline entry in its popular fighting series. The game, which will feature both new and returning characters, will introduce a number of new elements and mechanics to the classic Street Fighter formula. One brand-new feature fans will be able to experience in…
Capcom's recent success with the Resident Evil remakes begs the question what other franchises it could revitalize using the RE Engine. Modern sequels such as Devil May Cry 5, Monster Hunter Rise, and now Street Fighter 6 were and are being made with the engine, but remaking classic games could…
Unveiled in August last year and featured in the recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase, Lightyear Frontier is an upcoming farm simulator with a twist. Players get to do their planting, crafting, and exploring in a robot suit. It feels like Stardew Valley with mechs, but the game also shares…
Last week's showcases were full of surprises, from huge reveals like the Resident Evil 4 Remake, to smaller, more hidden gems like Time Flies. Xbox and Bethesda's Showcase had its fair share of both, with Minecraft: Legends coming smack-dab in the middle. While it may not have carried the same…
Bethesda came out with a whopping 15-minute gameplay reveal for Starfield during the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase 2022. The video showed off the upcoming game’s environments, storylines, and other gameplay features, among which is the new outpost system. Starfield’s outpost building system appears to be an improved version of…
Ever since the late 1960s, Star Trek has been a household name as one of the biggest founding fathers for modern day science fiction, and has continued on to produce a multitude of fantastic TV shows, comic books, novels, video games, and of course movies. At the time of writing,…
Musou-style fighting game Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes introduces players to new protagonist Shez, a mysterious mercenary who teams up with the students of Garreg Mach Officer's Academy. Shez is accompanied by Arval, a strange figure that lives inside their head. Intriguingly, fans playing the free demo of Fire Emblem…
Players finally have some substantial details to dive into regarding Bethesda's upcoming sci-fi game Starfield, with the recent Xbox and Bethesda Showcase giving gamers the first official look at gameplay. In addition to showing off what Starfield is actually like in action, the fifteen-minute video provided a deep dive into…
The beat-’em-up genre has struggled to find a place after arcades died out in the west. Replaced by 3D hack-and-slash titles like Dynasty Warriors and Devil May Cry, the old beat-’em-up format went away for several console generations. Fortunately, with games like River City Girls and Streets of Rage 4…
It has been a packed month for video game fans, with just this last weekend's discussion filled by major events like Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest as well as the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. So much has transpired that one could be forgiven for thinking Game Freak's Pokemon Scarlet…
There is a lot to be excited about when returning to The Last of Us for its remake, The Last of Us Part 1. Gameplay will supposedly undergo a massive overhaul with new AI systems, combat, and traversal to meet the standard of The Last of Us 2. Confirmed as…
It's been some time since Unpacking first got released by indie developer Witch Beam, but the surprisingly simple yet elegant tale of an individual going through childhood, higher education, and all the way up to family life is still the game's best aspect and the reason behind it amassing plenty…
The world of Avatar: The Last Airbender has become a fan favorite, and it went on to spawn a sequel series with Avatar: The Legend of Korra that has become almost equally beloved. In the next couple of years, the world of The Last Airbender will be expanded upon further…
The Pokemon franchise has a lot of exciting content on the way, thanks to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Every new generation of the franchise comes with dozens of new creatures for fans to collect and befriend, putting yet another twist on the eternal quest to complete the Pokedex. However, Pokemon…
Dead by Daylight officially celebrates its sixth anniversary this week with masquerade-themed festivities. Like all the anniversaries before it, Dead by Daylight will introduce cosmetics, items, add-ons, and environmental decorations for the occasion. Dead by Daylight’s anniversary events are a fun way for Behaviour Interactive to engage with its players,…
Final Fantasy 16 now has two trailers and an official release window of Summer 2023—new details have also been confirmed about several regions in the game, several characters, and several Dominants and Eikons. There’s still plenty to unfold, but Final Fantasy 16 fans have more to work with before. Interestingly…
Fans of The Last of Us were treated to a slew of new content during the recent Summer Games Fest. For starters, it was announced that Troy Baker and Ashley Johnson (the in-game actors behind Joel and Ellie respectively) will be making an appearance in the HBO series adaptation of…
The recent Assassin’s Creed 15th Anniversary Stream came fans a little glimpse of the future, while confirming more would come in September. The Assassin’s Creed September event is expected to reveal, show off, and/or confirm the Assassin’s Creed 1 Remake, AC Rift, AC Infinity, or AC Nexus. However, Assassin’s Creed…
At the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, Mojang unveiled the next spin-off game set in the Minecraft universe. Fresh off the heels of Minecraft Dungeons comes a brand-new action strategy game called Minecraft Legends. The game will bring players to the familiar blocky world of Minecraft, but this time it is…
Developer Striking Distance Studios' upcoming chilling sci-fi title, The Callisto Protocol, is finally giving up some of its secrets. Thanks to new trailers shown during both PlayStation's State of Play and the more recent Summer Game Fest 2022, players were able to get a good look at the game, as…
The Call of Duty franchise has grown over time to become one of the most coveted first-person shooter IPs ever made. Over its long tenure, the titles have explored many different conflicts, both factual and fictitious. In the name of maintaining buzz and excitement, the Call of Duty games have…
The Xbox and Bethesda Showcase gave fans a glimpse at some of the most anticipated games releasing within the next 12 months. Of all the news revealed at the showcase, Starfield’s presentation was one of the most in-depth looks at Bethesda’s first new IP in over two decades and gave…
Out of the four original Vault Hunters, Lilith is undoubtedly the most important character in the Borderlands series. While the bromance between Mordecai and Brick is always fun, and Roland’s loss is still being felt by characters like Tiny Tina, Lilith has found herself at the heart of Borderlands narratives…
June 2022 has already been packed with news about Sonic the Hedgehog, and fans should expect more before the month ends. While this year has already been rather great for the blue blur with his latest movie, there's still more to come in the form of Sonic Frontiers, Sonic Origins,…
The Far Cry franchise has had its fair share of memorable characters. Players often remember the series’ antagonists and their insane antics. That said, some of the games’ protagonists are pretty interesting as well. Jason Brody is a prime example. Jason is the main character of Far Cry 3 and…
At the very beginning of Genshin Impact, the Traveler meets Paimon, a mysterious fairy-like creature who somehow landed in Teyvat. She becomes the player’s traveling companion and accompanies them on their journey to find their sibling. While she’s cute and lovable in the beginning, she becomes an annoyance to many…
The upcoming musou-style fighting game and Fire Emblem spinoff, Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, recently released a free playable demo via the Nintendo Switch eShop. The demo, which allows players to experience the first four chapters of all three routes of Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, surprised fans not only…
Marvel’s Spider-Man hosts a ton of side activities in its open-world that players can choose to engage in or ignore depending on if they want more Token resources. These activities range from thwarting criminal activity, completing Taskmaster challenges, collecting backpacks, or taking photographs of landmarks throughout New York City. The…
Halo multiplayer has always been a fickle beast. Whether it was Bungie developing the original trilogy or 343 Industries taking the helm for the past 10 years, the multiplayer has never stayed quite the same. The past two iterations of Halo came in the form of Halo 5: Guardians and…
It seems the juggernaut franchise that is Minecraft is once again finding its numbers growing, as Minecraft Legends was announced this year at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase. It joins a series that now has games ranging from the original Minecraft to the hack-and-slash dungeon crawler Minecraft Dungeons, as well…
The Street Fighter franchise is one of the longest running video game franchises of all time, with its first release dating all the way back to 1987. In the decades following, Street Fighter has become one of the most iconic fighting games of all time, featuring some of the most…
During the recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase, Turn 10 Studios finally provided an update on one of Microsoft’s most anticipated first party titles. Having been made to wait over a year for an official update, racing game fans now know that Forza Motorsport is penciled in to launch on…
The Resident Evil franchise has been one of the most talked about gaming series around as of late. First taking the spotlight to announce the Resident Evil 4 Remake in Sony's State of Play, along with the reveal that Resident Evil Village is heading to PSVR2 on release, the Resident…
The last week has been a particularly exciting one for gamers, with every other day bringing some exciting new game reveals and announcements, along with a plethora of updates on upcoming games. While the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase and Summer Games Fest may have taken the limelight, smaller presentations still…
With Dying Light 2 releasing early 2022, it was a significant step-up from what came before. After work was completed on Dead Island, Techland took the fundamentals of the aforementioned series and did something new in 2015. What resulted was the first game in the Dying Light series, and the…
After years of rumors, Resident Evil 4 Remake has finally been confirmed by Capcom. Making matters better, the release date was also revealed, and it's only nine months away. Fans of Resident Evil 4 have been waiting for this remake ever since Capcom's intent to redo the classic RE entries…
It can seem lazy or even cliched to compare an upcoming game to a previous one, but video game culture is one that is in constant conversation with itself, and new titles will undoubtedly be influenced by previous ones. That doesn't mean, however, that the more recent release has to…
Undead Labs' third-person survival horror games did steady business over the years, with State of Decay and State of Decay 2 receiving praise from critics for their engaging open-worlds and relatively fresh take on the zombie genre. With the announcement of State of Decay 3 in July 2020, fans were…
Fans of Resident Evil were given plenty of things to be excited about following Capcom's Showcase this past Sunday. While the first half of the event was geared toward titles such as its new IP, Exoprimal, and the new Monster Hunter Rise DLC, Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, the last third…
Nowadays, when most audiences hear the term "visual effects" (or VFX) in relation to film and TV, computer-generated graphics are most often what come to mind. And today, most such effects are indeed created (or at least enhanced) with CGI. However, the term originates long before CGI effects were commonplace…
Quick Links What The Hard Pass Requirements Are Tried and Failed Achievement Attempts Potential Solutions May Be Coming Soon The Quarry is another example of Supermassive Games' interactive horror experience blurring the line between movies and games. Unfortunately, some players have had no success while trying to unlock one of…
The recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase gave gamers a sneak peek at what they can expect from Microsoft's first-party studios soon. A spotlight was shone on plenty of upcoming games including Forza Motorsport, Overwatch 2, and Asobo's A Plague Tale: Requiem which will serve as the sequel to the…
A number of huge titles were announced at Summer Game Fest 2022, including Capcom's Resident Evil 4 remake and Naughty Dog's The Last of Us: Part 1. Coffee Stain also surprised audiences with the reveal of Goat Simulator 3 - though part of this surprise came as a result of…
Blizzard's surprise announcement at the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase about a new hero joining the ranks for Overwatch 2 was unforeseen but exciting news for many. This new information came in the form of a cinematic trailer which also revealed that early access to Overwatch 2 would be free to…
Originally published in 1818 and written by literary visionary Mary Shelley, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus had an immediate and lasting effect on the science fiction landscape. The story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster has transcended the ages and inspired numerous copycats, homages, and remakes both in the literary…
Although Atlus hasn't confirmed any launch platforms for Persona 6, it feels fairly safe to assume that the game will be a PlayStation star when it finally comes around. The Persona franchise has a long, lucrative history of PlayStation exclusivity, and so it just seems inevitable that Persona 6 will…
The following contains spoilers for the first episode of Ms. Marvel.Often, shows and movies struggle to accurately or respectfully capture the experience of being a teenager. This is bound to happen when people who have been out of high school for at least 20 years are the ones writing the…
While Hollow Knight: Silksong was a no show during Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest, the award-winning Metroidvania platformer from Team Cherry surprised fans with a new trailer during the Xbox-Betheseda showcase on June 12. In the newly released footage, the main character Hornet is seen traversing the unfamiliar land of…
At the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, Bethesda finally revealed the first look at gameplay of its highly anticipated Starfield. The game is the next large single-player RPG from Bethesda after Fallout 4 in 2015, and it is the first brand-new IP from the studio in a long time. It will…
Starfield is a game that many have been anticipating since its announcement four years ago at E3 2018. It's the latest open-world project from industry titan Bethesda, and promises sprawling environments, endless customizability, and a story worth investing time into. At the recent Xbox and Bethesda showcase more information was…
Even though the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase offered plenty of time to big Xbox exclusive games like Redfall and Starfield, Xbox Game Pass fought tooth and nail to steal the show. It certainly gave these big games a run for their money, since a staggering amount of content got confirmed…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 seems poised for success. Not only is it a follow-up to the well-received Call of Duty: Modern Warfare reboot from 2019, but it shares a name with one of the most beloved entries in franchise history. If leaks are to be believed, some iconic…
The main Xbox and Bethesda Showcase for the Summer Game Fest has come and gone. There were a decent amount of video games shown off that will be releasing within the next 12 months, including highly anticipated games like Starfield. While it was a pretty big showcase with a good…
An unspoken victor of the recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase was undoubtedly gaming via the Cloud. With a huge array of featured titles within the showcase boasting Xbox Cloud Gaming compatibility, it is clearly a medium of gaming that Microsoft in particular is putting a lot of trust and…
The history of the Saints Row series is a long and convoluted one. When the first game was released in 2006, most saw it as a mere Grand Theft Auto clone, although many enjoyed its zany humor, open-world freedom, and in-depth character creator. However, as the series progressed, the games,…
Morbid Metal is an ambitious game filled with over-the-top action, flashy combos, and terrifying enemies, giving players a unique blend of range within its combat system. At the heart of the combat is the ability players have that allows them to switch between three powerful warriors, each with their own…
The free demo of upcoming musou-style fighting game Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes reveals a number of new characters. In particular, fans get to see several characters who were mentioned in previous main series title Fire Emblem: Three Houses, but did not appear in person. Fans were excited to see…
Resident Evil, for better or for worse, has always been a franchise known to dynamically reinterpret its gameplay and genre from installment-to-installment. Following its humble beginnings as a survival-horror trilogy of polygonal character models with tank controls in fixed camera angles, the fourth entry suddenly debuted an over-the-shoulder, third-person perspective…
Debuting in 1979 with one of the greatest Sci-Fi horror films ever made, the Alien franchise has enjoyed a long history in the pop culture landscape. The first Ridley Scott-helmed Alien essentially revolutionized the Sci-Fi horror franchise, and set the precedent for just about any that would follow it. Alien's…
Yesterday, Capcom held a half-hour showcase featuring many exciting updates on games such as Monster Hunter, EXOPRIMAL, Dragon's Dogma, and Resident Evil. Unsurprisingly, given the hype for the recently announced remake of Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil spent most of the time under the spotlight with RE4 receiving an extended…
Ms. Marvel has just landed on Disney Plus, and if there’s one key takeaway to draw from the series, it's that it’s like nothing the MCU has done before. Sure, that might be down to very self-apparent reasons, but only one seems to really jump out of the screen and…
Russian author and journalist Dmitry Glukhovsky is best known for his science fiction novel Metro 2033 and its sequels. The story of the first book was later adapted into the Metro 2033 video game, in which Glukhovsky assisted in the process of game development. He also worked as a writer…
Capcom’s latest Monster Hunter game, Monster Hunter Rise released in March 2021 with a fairly good reception from series fans and newcomers, alike. The Monster Hunter series has always had a niche audience, but the latest title was aimed at making the game more accessible for everyone. Though Monster Hunter…
At the latest Xbox and Bethesda showcase, early footage was shown of the promised open world mechanic that Diablo 4 is going to use to shake up the Diablo franchise even more than its predecessors. While the franchise has been evolving rapidly since its inception back in 1997, Diablo has…
Of all the showcases from the last week, Xbox and Bethesda's is certainly in the running for being the most concise, yet informative show of the lot. While Sony's State of Play did begin the week with a bang, packing a lot into just 30 minutes, Summer Games Fest felt…
Within gaming, zombie horror is ubiquitous, and the idea has become cliché to many. Despite the genre's over-saturation, The Resident Evil series has managed to stand out and survive for decades thanks to its ability to build up genuine suspense and a terrifying atmosphere while making players feel genuine dread…
The month of June has been quite the time for gamers. With Sony's State of Play, Summer Games Fest, and Xbox and Bethesda's Showcase all making some incredibly exciting announcements, gamers now have a full schedule of releases for at least the next 12 months. While these showcases were definitely…
It's been a few years since Starfield was officially announced, and anticipation for Bethesda's incredibly ambitious space exploration RPG is at an all-time high. Despite the excitement for Starfield and the interest in Bethesda's brand-new IP, details about the game were pretty scarce until recently. Even with its delayed release…
Announced at the latest Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, Ravenlok is set to be indie developer Cococucumber's next release. True to the studio's now-iconic 3D pixel art style, Ravenlok is presumably the third and possibly final entry in the studio's "Voxel Trilogy" as it follows in the wake of Riverbond and…
Capcom's announcement in March of this year that its upcoming dinosaur game was an online, team-based action title called Exoprimal was a little disappointing for fans who were hoping instead for a new Dino Crisis from the developer, but it's shaping up to be an interesting new addition to the…
The business plan of Disney's Star Wars has a lot of good ideas and a lot of bad ones, often put out simultaneously. One of the most interesting questions concerns which stories get sent to Disney+ to become series, and which ones get a full-length feature film. Obi-Wan Kenobi is…
Cocoon is an upcoming indie game that features puzzles and platform mechanics. Set for release in 2023, the game will be published by Annapurna Interactive, a company known for other excellent titles, such as Journey and What Remains of Edith Finch. The indie game is also being developed by Geometric…
The latest game in Capcom's long-running and incredibly beloved Resident Evil franchise was well-received by fans when it first launched in 2021. Resident Evil Village brought the series' classic horror tropes together with action-packed gameplay and a whole host of new characters and settings to explore. Ever since it was…
E3 may not have happened this year, but that hasn't stopped every big publisher turning up to take the spotlight for a few hours. With Sony's June State of Play kicking things off with a bang, Summer Games Fest carrying the momentum, and Xbox and Bethesda's Showcase bringing an hour…
“There are two wolves inside you. One is good, and one is evil. Which one wins? The one you feed” is a quote often attributed to Billy Graham and/or the Cherokee Native American tribe, with it being commonplace on the internet in the form of memes, serious or otherwise. Interestingly…
The Knights of the Old Republic games are hands down some of the most beloved Star Wars games out there. Even as new stories are told and characters are introduced in games like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, they simply have yet to capture the awe of Knights of the Old…
Capcom's recent Resident Evil titles have many things in common. All the games take place in desolate, dreary locales with superb level designs. Their characters (particularly the protagonists) are out of their depth and have to contend with powerful forces they don't fully comprehend. While the stories told don't always…
This year marks the 35th anniversary of Capcom's Street Fighter franchise, and the prolific Japanese publisher is celebrating in a big way. Street Fighter 6 has been revealed, and a wealth of information is being shared about its gameplay and characters. After a full console generation spent with Street Fighter…
Video game fans have been inundated with showcases from publishers and media outlets over the last week. There have been general events like Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest, as well as the more specific Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. Today, a Capcom Showcase dove deeper into previously announced titles like…
Summer Game Fest has been full of surprises, including the reveal of One Piece: Odyssey. The manga-based game is yet another RPG inspired by the works of One Piece creator Eiichiro Oda – who is said to have a hand in contributing designs for One Piece: Odyssey – and the…
The Future Games Show offered audiences a glimpse at many games that will hit the market over the next year. One of these games, currently titled Outpost, is set to blend base-building strategy elements with exciting FPS gameplay to give fans a unique experience. While there has not been a…
Out of the many races and cultures present within the Star Trek universe, one of the most stable and memorable has to be the Vulcans. Sure, the hive-minded Borg and the honor-bound, forehead ridged Klingons play important roles throughout the franchise, but it is the steady guiding hands of the…
This year, the Fallout franchise is turning 25, and Bethesda is getting ready to celebrate. However, instead of offering a game bundle or an HD port, Bethesda has decided to celebrate it using the controversial Fallout 76. Currently, the studio's only announced plan to celebrate this long-running RPG series is…
The long-running Saints Row franchise will be receiving a reboot with the upcoming Saints Row game. Developed by Volition, the game is set in the fictional American city of Santa Ileso where players will be able to unleash classic Saints Row chaos. Saint Ileso is under the control of three…
In spite of the high-profile Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase providing updates and announcements regarding a litany of games, it was Starfield that inevitably stole the show. With the showcase giving a much-needed glimpse as to the finer details of the otherwise mysterious title, fans are finally getting a more…
Unlike other games featured at this year's Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, As Dusk Falls made waves by breaking from the norms of game design. From Interior/Night, a team led by former Quantic Dream lead designer Caroline Marchal, As Dusk Falls seems to be embracing an experimental idea and dressing it…
Yesterday brought a lot of hype as the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase gave players a lot of great first looks at upcoming games due to release over the next 12 months. World premieres of the Xbox's first-party titles defined much of the content shown during the live event, but others…
As of the Endwalker expansion, Final Fantasy 14 has 20 jobs for players to take on, ranging from combat to gathering and crafting classes. Each of these jobs has story quests that go with them, introducing NPCs of that job and a side plot. While Final Fantasy 14 jobs are…
When it comes to movie monsters, most people think of the classic scary bloodsuckers or the flesh-ripping werewolf, maybe even the brain-hungry zombies. All of these monsters have one thing in common: they are designed to scare audiences and get the adrenaline pumping during a horror film. Monsters can be…
Minecraft Legends manages to stand out even among the other exciting games announced at this year's Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. The latest spin-off title to be set within the iconic franchise universe, fans are more than eager to learn of more details surrounding the game, which Mojang is making…
Following the surprising announcement that Overwatch 2 would be launching on October 4 as an early-access and free-to-play live experience, the Overwatch community has been buzzing with excitement. During the Xbox and Bethesda Games showcase, the Overwatch 2 developers also revealed that a long-anticipated new tank, Junker Queen, would be…
The Witcher 4 is currently in development, set to be the start of a new saga. Fans know little about what this new entry entails or when it might take place in the timeline. That has never stopped fans from speculating, though. Potential characters appearing in this new game are…
Street Fighter 6 has been announced to be currently in development. The upcoming Street Fighter 6 looks like it's been given a near-complete refresh – from its art direction to some fresh, new gameplay mechanics, and some new characters – giving the franchise a very positive outlook. During the 2022…
Pokemon was conceived as a simple RPG for young audiences, one with creature-collecting elements inspired by Game Freak founder Satoshi Tajiri's childhood love of catching insects. Plenty of fans attest to how fun it was getting a partner like Charizard and blasting through Pokemon Red, Blue, and Green using the…
Continuing with the months-long Summer Game Fest, Microsoft held a joint Xbox and Bethesda Showcase that was jam-packed full of video game goodness. Within the over 90-minute livestream, Microsoft showcased 50 titles that will be releasing on Xbox and PC over the next 12 months. From a deeper look into…
Out of all the changes made within Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, the switch to a T rating was one of the most unexpected, though it did not have a negative impact on the game by any means. It actually had a big upside, as it allowed younger gamers to become invested…
Microsoft is all-in on its Xbox Game Pass subscription service, doing everything it can to bolster the lineup with high quality day one releases, major third-party titles, and other perks. Xbox Game Pass was front and center at the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase, with Microsoft highlighting a wide range…
The Xbox and Bethesda Showcase gave gamers a glimpse of what they can expect from the many studios under Microsoft's umbrella. There were several exciting moments, including a trailer for Forza Motorsport which is scheduled for 2023, a reveal of new Ark 2 story content, and an announcement that, as…
Adventures and puzzles go hand in hand with any video game genre, perhaps making a puzzle adventure game one of the most classic forms of gaming out there. It's a genre that's going nowhere, that's for certain. Tin Hearts is a new puzzle adventure game, set to release on all…
Tin Hearts is a new puzzle adventure game coming from publisher Wired Productions and developer Rogue Sun, which is composed of ex-Lionhead Studio devs who worked on the classic Fable games. In Tin Hearts, players will guide a troop of tin soldiers through 40 levels complete with unique puzzles. The…
Obi-Wan Kenobi is here, and with it comes a relatively unexpected plot. The title character, played by Ewan McGregor, is sent on a dramatic quest to rescue the daughter of Anakin Skywalker. Fans know that this is none other than Princess Leia, played brilliantly by Vivian Lyra Blair as the…
The Xbox and Bethesda Games showcase leveraged the full power of Xbox’s growth to its advantage, showcasing a ton of Xbox Games Studio titles, a handful of Bethesda titles, and even showcased some Activision Blizzard titles—as Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition is underway. No one really expected Overwatch 2 or Diablo…
Dragon Age 2 is known as an outlier in the series for a number of reasons from being unable to choose a race other than human to taking place in just one city. The game was split into three acts that spanned about nine years in Thedas, maps were constantly…
This year’s Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase featured tons of upcoming games — huge titles like Starfield, Diablo IV, and Forza Motorsport. There were also indie games, most notably Hollow Knight: Silksong. That said, the Hollow Knight sequel is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to indies,…
Arkane Austin and Bethesda Softworks' upcoming FPS Redfall was the cause of much excitement when it was first announced during the Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase. The brand-new IP promised to deliver an exciting cooperative experience with fast-paced action, supernatural thrills, and the developer's own take on the toothiest…
Beneath the high-octane fight sequences and almost anime-like aesthetic, the Devil May Cry franchise has a very deep story. Each game tells a different tale, but all of them stem from the complex bloodline of the Dark Knight Sparda. Once a high-ranking knight of Mundus, lord of demons, Sparda rebelled…
Developer miHoYo (now HoYoverse) gave fans a sneak peek into two of its upcoming games — Honkai: Star Rail and Zenless Zone Zero. Both trailers were featured at this year’s Summer Game Fest, drawing the attention of Honkai Impact and Genshin Impact fans. Not much has been announced regarding the…
Bethesda's expansive space-faring RPG Starfield is probably one of the most highly-anticipated games of the last few years. First announced way back in 2018 during Bethesda's E3 conference, Starfield's status as the studio's first original IP in over two and a half decades would be noteworthy enough, but the lofty…
The recent Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase was a big day for games, with long-awaited looks at upcoming titles like Starfield and Redfall, as well as some unexpected announcements like the weird and wonderful FPS High On Life. Sandwiched in between these exciting reveals and deep dives was Diablo 4,…
The Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase 2022 showed off a wide variety of games covering different parts of Xbox’s library. Forza Motorsport and Microsoft Flight Simulator represent Xbox’s first-party franchises, while Minecraft Legends and Starfield were put forth by Microsoft’s acquired developers. The most recent versions of the last three…
The 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase was one of the most anticipated events of the year, and it lived up to the hype. With this being just the second official joint presentation since Microsoft purchased Bethesda in early 2021, expectations ran high. Over the 90-minute presentation, Xbox expanded on…
The 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase offered viewers a look at some long-awaited titles, both major releases like Arkane's Redfall and Bethesda's Starfield, as well as third-party surprises like Team Cherry's Hollow Knight: Silksong. Some glaring omissions included Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed and Rare's Everwild, though the latter developer did…
Xbox and Bethesda's June Showcase was full of surprises, ranging from gameplay reveals for some of the most anticipated games of the next 12 months to announcements of brand-new Indie titles. Among the onslaught of reveals, the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase found the time to announce that Riot Games is…
Though Obsidian Entertainment is perhaps most known for 2010's Fallout: New Vegas, recent years have wielded more unpredictable results. From South Park: The Stick of Truth to The Outer Worlds, which already has a sequel in the works, the California-based developer has released a plethora of games that satisfy a…
Despite the unprecedented nature of its disastrous launch, Fallout 76 has made somewhat of a comeback in the last few years. Releasing dead on arrival with an unfathomable number of bugs, glitches, and other game-breaking issues, Fallout 76 was mocked relentlessly by both critics and fans alike. It didn't take…
The hero roster for Overwatch 2 is continuing to grow with Junker Queen finally confirmed as the series' next playable character. Announced alongside the PvP Early Access release date, Junker Queen's announcement trailer showed off some of her weapons and abilities. Fans of competitive multiplayer games and hero-shooters will likely…
The Xbox and Bethesda Showcase 2022 had so many big reveals and announcements that it's easy to forget about the smaller titles. With around an hour-and-a-half of non-stop trailers, some games are bound to slip through the cracks, but The Last Case of Benedict Fox shouldn't be one of them.…
When news got around of ex-BioWare developers forming development studio Inflexion Games, many were excited to see what its debut game Nightingale could deliver. Initially showcased last year, Nightingale's appearance at Summer Games Fest 2022 gave fans an updated look into its interdimensional escapades with a blend of sci-fi and…
Warhammer 40K: Darktide, the upcoming co-op shooter from developer Fatshark, has been gradually stepping up its marketing campaign. The new title will take the four-player action of Fatshark's previous title Warhammer: Vermintide and transport it to the series' sci-fi sibling. Darktide will be set in the depths of a hive…
In a surprising move, both Overwatch 2 and Diablo 4 appeared at the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase today. The former announced its early access release date and a new character, and the latter basically did the same. Fans got a deeper look at Diablo 4, confirming the final class…
The 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Showcase just wrapped, and along with some exciting new game announcements, Starfield received its very first gameplay trailer. After a brief compilation of clips, Todd Howard took to the stage and gave a brief introduction for the upcoming sci-fi RPG. The Starfield gameplay was then…
Since its creation, Star Trek has grown immensely, with each addition to the largely successful franchise adding more depth to the universe. Gene Roddenberry, the franchise's creator, wanted to craft something special, a utopian vision of the future which stories would act as sci-fi allegory for current issues. To create…
Hollow Knight: Silksong, the highly anticipated sequel to hit 2D Metroidvania Hollow Knight, has become something of a myth in the eyes of fans. Following Hollow Knight: Silksong’s announcement in February 2019, updates have been incredibly sparse. Independent developer Team Cherry has been silent beyond sharing a development update with…
In the latest cinematic horror game from Supermassive Games, The Quarry presents a story with multiple narratives and endings based on player choice. The intense horror comes from monsters hidden amongst the wilderness and preying on the cast of The Quarry, but their identity is a mystery for players and…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 did away with the new reveal style established by Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War and Call of Duty: Vanguard. Not only was there a simple trailer release instead of a special event within Warzone, but the game was unveiled roughly five months…
During the 2022 Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, Overwatch 2 released an extended trailer revealing a new character and some information regarding the progress of its development. The trailer showed a glimpse of Junker Queen, and stated that the sequel’s free-to-play multiplayer action will launch in Early Access on October 4.…
Back in July 2020, Obsidian Entertainment gave an exciting first look at its upcoming RPG, Avowed. Not only did it give off major Skyrim vibes, but it's set in Eora—the Pillars of Eternity universe. Fans have been eager to learn more about it for quite some time, as well as…
Taking to the skies in Microsoft Flight Simulator is a dream for many. The thought of soaring above the clouds and seeing stunning locations was enticing, and carving through the mountains of Switzerland or iconic German architecture is something that can now be achieved thanks to modern technology. Not only…
Although it leaked online ahead of time, no one really believed that Hollow Knight: Silksong would appear at the Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase. To everyone's surprise, it was legit with the hotly anticipated game getting a new trailer early on at the showcase. The big news is that Hollow…
Pride Month celebrations started at the beginning of June in honor of events at the Stonewall Inn on June 28, 1969, where POC, trans individuals, and drag queens led riots against the police. This event sparked a newfound tenacity in queer people at the time, and the next year the…
Beginning in 1990 and creating a legacy of surrealism that led to its return in 2017, David Lynch's Twin Peaks became a cultural phenomenon like no other. With strange visuals, bizarre characters, and a mystery at its core, the show has bewildered and confused fans and critics alike for decades.…
Like any other FromSoftware game, a majority of the Elden Ring story is told through item descriptions, environmental details, and hints from dialogue. For those that take the time to watch lore videos or piece together the Elden Ring narrative themselves, Morgott proves to be a particularly interesting character. One…
The Epic Games Store has been on a roll, releasing Borderlands 3, The BioShock Collection, Wolfenstein: The New Order, and Maneater as part of its mystery game releases. It’s really impossible to follow any of these games, but the Epic Games Store is trying to return to normal on June…
WWE 2K22 was arguably the most successful game in the franchise published by 2K Sports. Following the disappointment of WWE 2K20, it proved that Visual Concepts can create great wrestling games. WWE 2K22 fixed many of the issues that the previous titles had and revitalized the franchise. With WWE 2K23…
Classic arena FPS games have been around for a very long time and many of them continue to do well due to their simplicity and high-octane action. Metal: Hellsinger is aiming to switch up the pace of these games and give players a completely different challenge in a familiar environment.…
The upcoming Resident Evil 4 remake is a really big deal. The original game revitalized the franchise for a new console generation and popularized the over-the-shoulder camera many third-person shooters nowadays use. It also changed the tone of Resident Evil as a whole, shifting the franchise from a pure horror…
The recently confirmed Goat Simulator 3 was undoubtedly one of the more surprising announcements to come out of this year's Summer Games Fest, for more reasons than one. The game was announced with its own explosive trailer, which has had a very peculiar knock-on effect for discussions surrounding another title…
Street Fighter fans have been waiting for a new installment for several years now, and Capcom is finally ready to deliver. First teased at the end of February, Street Fighter 6 was finally unveiled in full during the June 2022 State of Play. This title is set after Street Fighter…
Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest was full of big reveals and announcements, giving fans a look at a variety of games that are releasing in the near future and others that will be available a little later down the line. Some of the game reveals and announcements at Summer Game…
Announced back in May 2021, Lies Of P immediately intrigued players with an unusual premise inspired by the tale of Pinocchio, and with just a few trailers shown at the moment but no official release date, it's become one of the most highly anticipated Soulslike games currently in development. However,…
The dwarven culture of Dragon Age is one of its most fascinating branches of lore. From the Deep Roads to Thaigs and the caste system, the fantasy race is one with a rich history. A big part of their history is in their Paragons, known to be the best of…
When gamers think about the Xbox, they often think about Halo and Gears of War. At one point, there was a third series that was pretty popular during the Xbox 360 era. This series was known as Crackdown, and it brought players to a sandbox playground where they had the…
Spider-Man, whether Peter Parker, an alternate alias, or another character donning the moniker, is ubiquitously beloved and a popular Marvel mantelpiece. The character’s popularity has been consistent due to Spider-Man’s saturation throughout every kind of media available, such as film, animation, and games, where any and all fan bases are…
Songs of Conquest released in Early Access last month, and developer Lavapotion is using the opportunity to see what fans want from its turn-based strategy game - called an adventure-strategy in the vein of classic 90s titles enjoyed by the team. Plenty of other games have gone this same route…
The father of manga Osamu Tezuka created the original Princess Knight manga back in 1953. It featured the story of a princess a blue heart of a boy and a pink heart of a girl. Her father declares her to be a boy from birth in order to avoid the…
The launch of PS Plus Extra and Premium in North America is set for tomorrow, June 13, and fans who are upgrading are going to get a ton of new games to play alongside the PS Plus free games for June 2022. Extra alone gives them a huge library of…
Street Fighter 6 might have had a bumpy introduction thanks to its lackluster logo but going hands-on with the latest in Capcom’s fighting game franchise should wash away any concerns. At Summer Game Fest, Game Rant was able to try out four of Street Fighter 6’s playable characters in a…
While fan-favorite bosses from the Dark Souls series are usually defined by the deliberate combat and high difficulty, the spectacle of these encounters can't be discounted. However, some boss fights like the Ancient Wyvern in Dark Souls 3 lean too hard into that spectacle, leaving the combat to suffer as…
With the upcoming Hogwarts Legacy confirmed to be set in 1890, fans of the Harry Potter series know that this means that the events of the game will take place before that of the books and movies. Hogwarts Legacy takes players through a completely new story, where finally fans of…
The recent high-profile launch of Diablo Immortal after years of anticipation has seen the title receive a lot of attention within the gaming sphere. The game has a lot to offer, despite some bad press due to its controversial microtransaction mechanics. The sinister Necromancer class in Diablo Immortal provides a…
Outriders: Worldslayer entices players to return to the deadly world of Enoch with a brand-new story, enemies, weapons, gear, a PAX skill tree, Ascension progression system, Apocalypse tiers, and a vast Endgame dungeon called the Trials of Tarya Gratar. Developer People Can Fly promises hundreds of hours of additional content…
With the initial fervor from the new Pokemon Scarlet and Violet trailer slowly calming down, it's an excellent time to recollect what fans now know for sure, what's yet to be confirmed, and if current rumors and speculation still fit. In particular, thanks to the trailers, fans have been able…
The Demon’s Souls remake has introduced the title to many new fans of the series and has allowed day one fans to relive their journey through Boletaria. Demon’s Souls is the spiritual predecessor of the Dark Souls games and kick-started the entire Soulsborne series. It fittingly created many weapons, items,…
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim marked several milestones in the fantasy-RPG genre, and made such an impact that many fans play it to this day. One of Skyrim’s most memorable accomplishments is its approach to implementing dragons into both the lore and gameplay. In fact, most elements point back to…
Nintendo has always been, and continues to be, one of the biggest video game publishers in the entire world. Essentially popularizing the video game industry in the 1980s with the NES and SNES, Nintendo hasn't stopped since. It may have stumbled a time or two along the way, but the…
Red Dead Redemption 2 offers one of the best single-player narratives in gaming. While its slow and methodical gameplay may not be everyone's cup of tea, Red Dead Redemption 2's visuals, sound, and story make it one of the best releases in Rockstar's history. Serving as a prequel to the…
Dead by Daylight’s 4v1 asymmetrical horror is seemingly the pinnacle of its genre. Other games have come and gone without as much popularity as Dead by Daylight, which has stood the test of time and continued to debut interesting DLC content for its dedicated playerbase. Indeed, Dead by Daylight’s core…
WWE 2K22 was one of the best games in the franchise, introducing a great blend of simulation and arcade elements, new and old game modes, and an improved roster. One of the best additions was the reintroduction of the fan-favorite MyGM mode, which allows fans to control a show with…
Despite the lack of a proper E3 event in 2022, big names in the industry have presentations nonetheless. The Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase is on everyone's radar, set to air tomorrow. After the Bethesda acquisition deal, so many properties are under one roof that excitement is understandably high for…
Ever since its creation in the late 1960s, Star Trek has been a pinnacle of positive science fiction, envisioning a non-dystopian future where technology has become so advanced that problems that irk mankind today are no longer an issue. World hunger is solved by the unlimited source of food created…
The second day of the Summer Games Fest has been a dedication to upcoming indie titles celebrated under the banner of "Day of the Devs," among which is the debut game of Wishfully Studios called Planet of Lana. Technically speaking, this wasn't Planet of Lana's first rodeo, as it had…
While it is unclear just how long Marvel’s Avengers will continue to be supported for, or if there are any plans for more major content drops like War For Wakanda, Crystal Dynamics has given fans a better look at what is coming in the near future. Not only did the…
While Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 has not been properly revealed, insiders have ensured that gamers know plenty about the game through leaks and rumors. Though all leaks should be taken with a grain of salt, the information is promising, suggesting that features like interrogations, NPC-filled Strongholds, and swimming will…
The latest iteration in the nostalgic Pikmin puzzle and strategy series, Pikmin 4, has supposedly been in development for some time now. Speculation from fans has led them to believe it may be on the horizon, in part because of the recent additions to decade-old franchises such as Metroid Dread,…
With a 2022 release date in place, fans will finally get to play the long-awaited Hogwarts Legacy this year. Fans are sure to see a slew of new trailers over the next few months, showing more plot details and gameplay. That being said, based on the few Hogwarts Legacy trailers…
The Callisto Protocol is shaping to be the spiritual successor to Dead Space that fans have been craving for years, despite a Dead Space remake currently in the pipeline at EA’s Motive Studios. An inevitable comparison will be drawn between the two, sharing similar atmospheres, technology, combat, and enemies. Yet,…
The explosive official reveal trailer for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has finally been released, increasing the hype surrounding the reboot title quite significantly. While exact details concerning the title prior to this trailer were primarily down to speculation, fans are now finally able to get a…
Volition and Deep Silver are gearing up to release the Saints Row reboot this August, and hopefully kick off a new era for this crazy open-world franchise. While a reboot of the franchise is much needed, Deep Silver should also remember the classic games that got the series to this…
After years of teasing and insider leaks, Capcom has officially revealed the next game from its back catalog that's going to get a modern glow-up. In a turn of events that will have likely shocked few onlookers, it's now been confirmed that the Resident Evil 4 Remake is actively being…
Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest has come around once again. During the kickoff live stream, major up-and-coming titles of the gaming industry such as The Last of Us: Part 1, Goat Simulator 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, and One Piece Odyssey appeared to feature exciting gameplay, trailers, and…
The evolution of a character can be mapped over the course of a long franchise, leaving them unrecognizable a few decades after their initial introduction. As the role of a beloved character shifts, so too does the entire franchise's tone, presentation, and place in the larger cultural conversation. Obi-Wan Kenobi…
When looking at the DLC in Assassin’s Creedy Odyssey and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, it’s very clear how the two took mostly different roads. Odyssey invested heavily in Greek myth and how the Isu were part of that, with Layla eventually finding her way to Atlantis, attempting to control the staff,…
Although updates have been far and few between, BioWare is hard at work on the next entry in the Dragon Age franchise, Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. It was first teased at The Game Awards 2018 but has just recently confirmed its official title. While more updates are slated for later this…
R2-D2 and C-3PO have been household names since the robotic duo embarked on a galaxy-saving mission with Luke Skywalker and the rest of the Millennium Falcon crew. Although Star Wars features many lovable human and alien characters, these two droids have been fan favorites due to their sassy friendship along…
With the official world reveal only occurring just a few days ago and a full gameplay trailer landing soon after, the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 hype train has well and truly left the station. Though only a few minutes of gameplay was shown off, it seems as though…
Insomniac Games seems to be building up its own MCU through Spider-Man video games. Over the course of two games, the studio has fully introduced its version of Peter Parker and Miles Morales into this new video game universe. Both characters will see their grand return in Marvel's Spider-Man 2,…
Before Sucker Punch Productions created the critically acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima, it developed a superhero franchise of its own. The Infamous series was a PlayStation exclusive franchise that was inspired by superhero comic books. The first two games in the franchise followed Cole MacGrath in a world filled with powered…
Even though Square Enix’s marketing campaigns have leaned into Final Fantasy 7 Remake's moniker, it can be argued that the game’s name isn’t as accurate as the publisher would have people believe. In reality, while there are obvious parts of the original 1997 PS1 experience that have been recreated, sections…
With 2022 already halfway done, all eyes are on the latter half of the year for big potential releases leading into the holiday season. Outside expected annual titles like Call of Duty and Madden, the second half of 2022 is looking more quiet than in years past, possibly due to…
Among the classes in Dungeons & Dragons, the Druid class stands out for being one of the most stylized choices that can affect decisions both inside and outside of combat. Not only do Druids get impressive features, but the connection between this class and the natural world of D&D also…
Early Access launches through platforms like Steam have become more common. Some have complained about needing to purchase a game while it's undergoing development, even if the price tag is cheaper. However, the chance to get ongoing fan feedback has been invaluable for numerous studios, such as Supergiant Games with…
In a 2010 interview for Entertainment Weekly, James Cameron made a bold claim about the technology that made Avatar possible. The director stated that such technology could be used to make another Dirty Harry movie, “where Clint looks the way he looked in 1975”. More than a decade later, no…
The Outriders: Worldslayer expansion is promising to be a meaty addition, providing players more than one reason to maximize their character builds and jump back into the dangerous world of Enoch. With its June 30 release fast approaching, developer People Can Fly has shown that Outriders: Worldslayer will contain hundreds…
Devolver Digital has once again delivered on very promising upcoming indie games set to release over the next couple of years, one example among them being The Plucky Squire. With a trailer opening on a children's storybook with charming, cartoony art, it looked set to be another stylistic indie game…
Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, while strong, is not a perfect game. The spin-off had a rough launch with a solid number of bugs and major server issues, while its Mirrors of Mystery DLC has drawn criticism from even the most loyal Borderlands fans. However, one issue with the game is something…
While gamers remain split on whether the original The Last of Us game needs a remake, Naughty Dog has finally confirmed that it is on the way. Leaking ahead of Summer Game Fest and being fully revealed at the end of the event, the remake sees Naughty Dog rebuilding its…
Releasing into movie theaters in July 1993, Jurassic Park was yet another Steven Spielberg venture that managed to change the face of Hollywood. While Jaws essentially created the blockbuster as it's know today, Indiana Jones pushed the boundaries of a modern adventure movie, and E.T. proved that kid's movies can…
It's been more than three years since The Dragon Prince season three arrived on Netflix and many fans have been eager to return to the world of Xadia during the long break. A recent teaser for season four arrived during Netflix's Geeked Week presentation, but fans who also enjoy tabletop…
Fire Emblem: Three Houses, the latest entry in the Fire Emblem tactical strategy series, took a unique approach to storytelling by offering four routes to choose from and further dividing the routes into two parts, the first taking place while the characters were enrolled at Garreg Mach Officer's Academy and…
The two most beloved figures of DC Comics' massive stable of superheroes are also two of the most different characters in their beloved canon. One of the least creative and most pervasive ideas in the history of their depiction centers around pitting the two heroes against each other, and it…
The Witcher 3 is lauded not only for its great story, but also for its excellent cast of supporting characters. Each of Geralt’s allies has a distinct background as well as a role to play in the greater plot, adding to the game’s already rich lore. This trend carries over…
FPS and Gundam fans alike were surprised when Gundam Evolution took its first test flight on Steam back in April. This title merged Gundam’s iconic roster of mecha with a free-to-play hero shooter model, and it aims to break into the esports realm in ways Gundam never has. Assembled from…
After being treated to the Resident Evil 4 remake trailer last week at Sony's State of Play event, fans are waiting with bated breath for the return of Leon S. Kennedy. 2019's Resident Evil 2 remake introduced Leon as a rookie cop with the worst possible luck - landing smack…
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, the Star Wars franchise became a juggernaut and a source of endless entertainment. Although strictly a film series at first, Star Wars has since expanded into the realm of television, books and even video games. For the past several decades,…
Hogwarts Legacy, which is being developed by Avalanche Software, will let players enroll in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry where they can learn magic, explore Hogwarts castle, tame magical animals, and make friends with their fellow witch and wizard students. Players will have to keep an eye out, however,…
Activision's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) explored an explosive campaign with new takes on the series' mainstay characters as well as entirely new ones. A fan favorite was the leader of the Urzikstan Liberation Force, Farah Karim. She was a character who over the duration of the story had…
With one of the biggest months in gaming here, and Sony's recent State of Play kicking things off with a real bang, Geoff Keighley's Summer Games Fest showcase had a lot of hype to live up to, and for some, the showcase managed to do just that. While Summer Games…
The explosive official reveal trailer for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has finally been released, increasing the hype surrounding the reboot title quite significantly. While exact details concerning the title prior to this trailer were primarily down to speculation, fans are now finally able to get a…
Some superheroes operate on vastly different power levels than others, making the kinds of threats they take on radically different from those of their peers. Unfortunately, the cinematic outings of many comic book heroes trend towards world-ending threats, giant minion armies, and towering blue laser beams firing into the sky.…
Roguelike fans looking for an upcoming game to play should keep an eye on the upcoming Cult of the Lamb. This week at Summer Game Fest, publishers Devolver Digital announced its release date – August 11. Massive Monster's upcoming cultist roguelike game features a fresh take on the genre that…
Though it does not have an official release date set yet, Bayonetta 3 is still on many players' minds, especially series creator Hideki Kamiya. Recently, Kamiya took to Twitter to remind fans that if they want to enjoy Bayonetta 3 "100 times more" then they should revisit Bayonetta 1 and…
Elden Ring has a number of friendly characters, most being in the Roundtable Hold. One of the more polite and soft-spoken of these characters is Rogier. The first place players can meet him is in the chapel of Stormveil Castle, and after defeating Godrick the Grafted, Rogier moves into the…
Three years after the release of Pokemon Sword and Shield, Game Freak is gracing Pokemon fans everywhere with the ninth generation through Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Budding Pokemon Trainers will be taken into a currently unnamed region that looks to be inspired by Spain and Portugal. This new mysterious Pokemon…
Devolver Digital's Marketing Countdown to Marketing premiered after the Summer Game Fest 2022 and featured a plethora of new indie games coming out soon. Like many other games displayed in the showcase, Skate Story boasted a quirky nature alongside an interesting underlying tone. The publisher has made a name for…
Despite years of advancements and increasingly modern design in games, retro titles can still be exciting. Tribute Games' upcoming side-scrolling beat 'em up Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is borrowing heavily from its 1980s cartoon roots, as well as using stylistic flourishes similar to 80s and 90s arcade games…
"You are a mother, someone who prepares her son for the world [and then] dies," a droid-like boy tells his captive carer in this satirical sci-fi about the horrors of domesticity. From director Lorcan Finnegan and screenwriter Garret Shanley, Vivarium follows Gemma (Imogen Poots) and Tom (Jesse Eisenberg), a young…
It has been a long time since the spotlight shined so prominently on sci-fi and horror games as it did at Summer Game Fest 2022. In recent years, the two genres have taken a back seat to battle royales, expansive RPGs, and narrative-heavy action games as the talking points of…
Summer Game Fest brings together the global gaming community, highlighting what developers from around the world have been working on and what gamers can look forward to. Plenty of games, both big and small, were showcased during 2022's Summer Game Fest live stream on 9 June, including Saints Row, Marvel's…
Inflexion Games' new title Nightingale was first shown at The Game Awards 2021, and fans were excited to see what the team – which consists of some ex-BioWare developers – was capable of. Since then, news of the first-person shared world crafting game was a little scarce, but the recent…
Some gamers may have been disappointed by the news that E3 wouldn't be taking place this year, and might have worried that this meant they may be missing out on big gaming announcements. Luckily, showcases like Summer Game Fest have stepped in to plug the gap of gaming events, and…
It’s always interesting to see how a company engages with its fans, even if the best advice would not be to look too deep into it. For example, the first release of Morbius turned into a bunch of memes, and it’s not exactly because the movie had that many meme-worthy…
Game Freak's seminal Pokemon series is one of the longest-running pillars of video game culture, with its iterations spanning a dizzying array of console generations and gameplay formats. It's been a ubiquitous element of pop culture since the first Pokemon titles launched in the '90s, and it's still generating entries…
During the Summer Game Fest 2022, Naughty Dog co-president Neil Druckmann revealed a small glimpse of the next project set in the world of The Last of Us. As creative director, Druckmann gave fans some insight into what the next chapter in the series will be, by announcing a full-fledged…
Swedish developer Coffee Stain Studios may be best-known for its irreverent Goat Simulator, but that success opened its ability to do more within the industry. Coffee Stain went on to create the building/management game Satisfactory (with Goat Simulator 3 announced yesterday at Summer Game Fest), and it grew "horizontally" with…
It's been 20 years since John Cena, Randy Orton, and Batista made their WWE debuts and kicked off the Ruthless Aggression era and a new age in pro-wrestling. Each man would go on to be decorated with many WWE title belts and see themselves as the faces of the company…
The universe created by the wonderful mind of Gene Roddenberry back in the late 1960s contains a myriad of wacky and wonderful things, from fabulous diverse alien races, to a dizzying array of futuristic technology. One such incredible piece of tech sits at the very heart of Star Trek. Without…
For what seems like months now, rumors have spread that The Last of Us would receive a remake on PS5. Now, fans know it exists as The Last of Us Part 1 thanks to Summer Game Fest. Many have debated whether or not the title needed it, as the original…
Fort Solis made its cinematic reveal at Summer Game Fest 2022 with an atmospheric teaser. Fort Solis is a third-person sci-fi title described as a “tight thriller,” which may make sense due to its seemingly intimate cast of characters. The game centers on deuteragonists Wyatt Taylor and Jack Leary, who…
Today has been a busy day for gamers. Summer Game Fest showed off new trailers for Marvel's Midnight Suns, The Last of Us content, a ton of Sci-Fi and horror games, and more. It was then followed by Day of the Devs, as well as the Devolver Digital Showcase. The…
Starring Vince Vaughn as a teenage girl, Freaky is not your average horror comedy. Directed by Christopher Landon (Scouts Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse, Happy Death Day), this body-swap funfest follows ordinary high school student Millie Kessler (Kathryn Newton), who finds herself in an extraordinary situation when she becomes the…
Finally announced a few weeks ago, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been one of the most rumored games in recent memory. Just yesterday, Modern Warfare 2 received its very first trailer, showcasing some of the explosive firefights players will find themselves in on the game's October 28 release…
Information on the new Call of Duty: Warzone has been leaking consistently in recent months, with insiders sharing a number of details about the battle royale title. Some of the most interesting reports deal with the game’s map, with insiders comparing it to Blackout and suggesting that it will feature…
Today’s Summer Game Fest kickoff shared an extended look at The Callisto Protocol’s cinematic, in-engine trailer from last week’s State of Play. In the original Callisto Protocol trailer, gory bouts of head-to-head combat with sickly biophages were demonstrated with terrifying jump-scares and a dense science-fiction atmosphere. The extended look offered…
Earlier this year, Firaxis Games announced it was delaying Marvel's Midnight Suns to the second half of 2022. The supernatural take on the Marvel world drew some eyes, though its initial reveal may not have gone over as planned. But now, Firaxis has announced a new release date of October…
Summer Games Fest has officially kicked off, and a whole slew of upcoming releases were announced in Geoff Keighley's two-hour opening event. While big names and indies were showcased, there were a few Summer Game Fest reveals that slipped through the cracks, such as a sequel to a 1992 classic…
Originally announced in 2017, Witchfire looks to be an ambitious blend of many familiar FPS titles. Indie developer The Astronauts consists of a small team of Polish creators, some of whom have worked on stand-out shooters such as Bulletstorm and Painkiller. The team’s first title, The Vanishing of Ethan Carter,…
Over the past few years, Insomniac Games has become the go-to studio for everything Marvel. It began this journey in 2018 with the critically acclaimed Marvel's Spider-Man, and two years later it released the next chapter with Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. Now the studio is hard at work on two…
Having been rumored now for quite some time, it is still unfortunate that The Last of Us Part 1, a remaster for The Last of Us on PS5, has been officially revealed in a high-quality trailer leak. This, along with a confirmation of a special Firefly edition players can also…
The release of Far Cry 6 came with the return of a voiced protagonist. Dani Rojas is one of the most outspoken main characters in the series, playing an active role in Libertad’s fight against the Yaran government. Unlike preceding titles, Far Cry 6 also takes the more cinematic route…
There are many different creation myths around the world, in different religions, cultures and ancient civilizations. Nearly every world culture has a story of how an omniscient being or beings, the creator or creators of all life, brought the universe into being. Although incredibly varied, and personal to each people…
The recently released free demo for upcoming musou-style game Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes features the return of almost the entire cast from Fire Emblem: Three Houses, including some characters who had not previously been confirmed in trailers to be coming back. Members of all three houses appear, as do…
Immortals Fenyx Rising released in 2020 to acclaim thanks to its charming aesthetics and wealth of content. It offered an alternative to the likes of Assassin's Creed Odyssey and drew influence from the likes of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild with its approach to its open-world environment.…
First announced back in September 2021, Final Fantasy 16 has finally received another lengthy trailer. During Sony's latest State of Play, another three minutes of the game were shown off, with the game's Summons and characters being an emphasis of the trailer, along with glimpses of the brand new Valisthea…
Alongside the customizable Hunter, Marvel’s Midnight Suns features a huge roster of characters from across the comics universe. It’s in true crossover fashion as well, with Avengers, X-Men, and Midnight Suns characters making their appearance. The new Marvel’s Midnight Suns trailer confirms two new additions to the roster, Spider-Man and…
Marvel’s Midnight Suns just revealed a flashy new trailer at Summer Game Fest, highlighting some combat, story beats, and more. Marvel’s Midnight Suns’ release date was also confirmed to be October 7, but perhaps what was the most eye-catching was not when fans can play it, but who they can…
The Callisto Protocol features many similarities with Dead Space that will inevitably inspire comparisons between the two. This makes complete sense since Glen Schofield, co-creator of Dead Space, is helming the new IP at developer Striking Distance Studios. That said, The Callisto Protocol looks to be coming into its own…
BioShock is one of gaming's most unique franchises, with overt political messaging weaved into the main narrative of all of its releases. Equally important are components like tone, gameplay, and setting, with the franchise often being praised for its use of the latter. Cloud Chamber is at the helm of…
Marvel’s Midnight Suns pulls from the deep comic history of Marvel, going back to the 90s for several “deep cuts” in the lore. While WandaVision and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness brought the Darkhold to the fore, this was a deep part of the lore that Firaxis Games…
During Summer Game Fest today, Firaxis and 2K Games showcased a brand new trailer for Marvel’s Midnight Suns. As many know, Marvel’s Midnight Suns had originally been slated for a March 2022 release, prior to Firaxis’ decision to delay it to the second half of 2022. Now, thanks to this…
Created by a relatively small team in video game terms, Ninja Theory’s Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice surprised gamers with a sensitively-told story amid a dark fantasy world inspired by both Celtic and Norse mythology. The game’s distinctive look, heartbreaking tale, and combination of puzzle-solving and melee combat made Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice…
The long awaited Diablo Immortal recently released for mobile devices and PC, with fans at last being able to try the unique title out. Although facing stigma due to its jump to mobile platforms and controversial microtransaction system, the new title appears to have found an audience. A key element…
With Ubisoft's open-world adventure Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora releasing sometime in 2022, it has to succeed for players to even give its untitled Star Wars game a proper chance. Though a mastermind behind some of the best open-world franchises within the game industry, Ubisoft's formula has grown a bit stale.…
As initial launches go, CD Projekt Red’s highly-anticipated Cyberpunk 2077 had an infamously bad one. With refund demands, game-breaking glitches, and even a temporary halt to sales on certain platforms, Cyberpunk 2077 had a bit of a rough ride at first. Fan disappointment was palpable, and criticism of the game…
The greatly anticipated Hogwarts Legacy is garnering serious buzz in the run-up to its release date, and it is no secret as to why. The game is aiming to curate and provide the most holistic and expansive experience of being a student at Hogwarts that gaming has ever seen. A…
Since Sega introduced the blue hedgehog to the world in the early 90s, Sonic the Hedgehog has managed to be one of the most recognizable and iconic characters in gaming. Gamers have enjoyed plenty of Sonic The Hedgehog games for decades, though many gamers have complained that more contemporary releases…
Anyone who has played Apex Legends is bound to have a handful of favorite legends that they gravitate towards. Whether it be because of those characters' unique abilities, backstories, or how they fit into the game's meta, players who spend any amount of time with these legends are bound to…
In the last 26 years, Pokemon has grown into a sprawling franchise full of the most curious creatures. From the versatile Rotom to the ever-iconic Pikachu, it would be hard to find a single critter in the series that doesn't have a fan somewhere. However, very few Pocket Monsters have…
Star Wars is deep into its television area, with waves of new series set in a galaxy far, far away coming to fans’ screens at home. The Mandalorian has had two seasons thus far, with another one on the way, and is arguably currently positioned as the focal point of…
Developed by CD Projekt Red, Cyberpunk 2077 is a game about V who discovers they have a cybernetic implant that may cause a deceased celebrity to override their consciousness. Leading up to its release, the game was alluring to many players thanks to its futuristic aesthetic featuring grimy cities with…
The reveal trailer for the upcoming Modern Warfare 2 has finally been released, and hype surrounding the reboot title has never been higher. While exact details surrounding the title prior to this trailer were primarily down to speculation, fans are now finally getting a solid grasp of what to expect…
Hogwarts Legacy is poised to be the most expansive Harry Potter game to date. Developed by Avalanche Software, the game is set in the late 1800s, and it will allow players to enroll as students at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. There, players will be able to attend classes,…
As the ninth generation of main series Pokemon games, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are expected to be a major turning point for the franchise. Following Pokemon Sword and Shield, which received some criticism for being too similar to previous titles and not doing enough to change the formula, Pokemon Scarlet…
It appears that the newest model for Disney’s building of franchises is that of the interconnected TV show/movie universe. The MCU has been leaning heavily on it for the past couple of years, and it seems to have become a staple of the way they tell stories now. All the…
Destiny 2's Season of the Haunted has been an emotional rollercoaster for many players, both because of the seasonal narrative dealing with major characters' traumas and because of the various community-wide discussions that occurred over the first two weeks. For example, the recent Twilight Garrison incident over Twitter had a…
The Halo games are exceptionally popular and their take on first-person shooters has set a very high standard for both singleplayer and multiplayer. Fans who have followed the series from the beginning have seen firsthand how the series has grown and developed. The series launched in 2001 on the original…
Nintendo's Super Mario franchise has long been characterized by groundbreaking platformers, from Super Mario Bros. on NES to modern 3D sandbox games like Super Mario Odyssey. However, many see the mascot's RPG adventures as finer examples of the character in action. From Square's Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven…
The beginning of a new month means a whole new batch of video game goodies for those who are subscribed to the many video game subscription services. Specifically, it means a new batch of games for those who are subscribed to Humble Choice. The service has been a reliable way…
Although most of the core Persona games aren't connected narratively and can all be played as standalone games, anyone who plays more than one Persona game will find that they have a lot in common. Persona is a franchise steeped in its own traditions. Not only do the Persona JRPGs…
Embracer Group’s acquisition of Crystal Dynamics may have brought exciting news for fans of the Tomb Raider franchise, but when it comes to the Marvel’s Avengers community, many are uncertain of what reaction to have. On one hand, Embracer could be more on board with the attempts to revive the…
When Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands launched, the Borderlands community was quick to shower it with praise, as the spin-off did many things right. The maps felt enjoyable to traverse, the writing was entertaining, and the game featured some truly unique Legendaries to hunt for due to the addition of spells. With…
Demons have appeared in most books and games as part of the Dragon Age series. According to the codex on demonic possession, they have been categorized by humans in a hierarchy since the Towers Age. Much is still unknown about demons, but the series has shown that they are spirits…
Twitch is a platform saturated with different personalities and popular streamers for fans to get attached to. With an ever-growing number of content creators becoming established and consistently commanding large audiences, it can be difficult to keep up with the ensuing drama and controversies. A large source of controversy within…
Nearly a decade after the last entry in the series, anticipation continues to mount for the currently unnamed and colloquially dubbed BioShock 4. Fans of the series were overjoyed when 2K Games made the official confirmation that the next iteration was in development after BioShock had seemingly ended as a…
For years now, fans of the Warcraft franchise have been able to enjoy their favorite world both on the screen and through countless novels. Blizzard tends to not let a year go by without releasing a brand-new novel set on Azeroth. These Warcraft novels take many forms and serve many…
Minecraft’s The Wild Update is finally out, and with it comes numerous additions that will change the way fans play. The Wild Update introduces multiple new mobs, biomes, blocks, items, and features that were revealed at Minecraft Live 2021, Mojang’s annual event that also features a player-driven mob vote. With…
There are plenty of games that exist in the same genres and feature remarkable similarities, like comparable settings or gameplay mechanics, or titles that take inspiration from others. One example is the slew of Soulslikes that have flooded the market after the popularity of FromSoftware games like Dark Souls, but…
Developed by Rockstar Games, Red Dead Redemption 2 serves as Red Dead Redemption's prequel, chronicling the disintegration of the Van der Linde gang as America is consumed by industrialization and the establishment of organized policing. Arthur, who is part of Dutch Van der Linde's gang, can see that his lawless…
After about a year of speculation and leaks, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has finally been officially confirmed, and today, it got its first trailer. Released on Call of Duty's official YouTube channel, the trailer jams a lot into its short minute and a half runtime. Cutting between cinematics…
The release of Elden Ring in 2022 was a monumental moment for FromSoftware. For a long time, games from the studio have been celebrated and critically acclaimed, though they were considered niche due to their demanding difficulty. However, with Elden Ring, FromSoftware has found mainstream popularity, and this is reflected…
The Far Cry series rose to mainstream popularity after the release of Far Cry 3, and since then the franchise has focused on providing dense open worlds with a spotlighted antagonist. Before this formula became the norm, there was the very different Far Cry 2. Far Cry 2 is a…
High difficulty is a staple of the Soulslike genre. From the original Demon’s Souls, and arguably even further back in FromSoftware’s King’s Field series, Souls titles have been challenging players with difficult enemies and obtuse mechanics. It’s not a stretch to call this a feature at this point, as the…
To this day, few games, let alone first-person shooters, have gone to where Activision's 2009 classic Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has. Blasting the genre into its next evolution, the original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 managed to pull off feats so great that they're still relished by…
Glancing at Kojima Productions' blank slate of upcoming projects, might be enough to trick some players into thinking the studio has been taking it easy since the release of Death Stranding. If repeated rumors, leaks, and teases are any indication though, this is far from the case. Beyond a heavily…
Announced all the way back in January, The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners- Chapter 2 has just received another gameplay trailer, along with confirmation that the game is heading to Sony's exciting new PlayStation VR2. Being the third trailer released so far, fans have gotten to see quite a bit…
Overwatch 2's first full beta has officially come to an end, and the reviews have been mixed, to say the least. Generally speaking, critical opinion on the beta is divided. On the one side, some fans and critics have enjoyed their time with the beta, appreciating the new 5v5 setup,…
The yakshas are a mysterious race of beings originating from Liyue. Before the events of Genshin Impact, many roamed across the region, serving the Geo Archon Rex Lapis. None are known to be active in the present time, however — except for one, whom the player can acquire through Wishes.…
Ever since the release of the hugely popular The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in 2015, fans of CD Projekt Red's critically acclaimed series have been clamoring for another installment. There may have been spin-offs, like Gwent: The Witcher Card Game, but players have had to wait a few years for…
In each new academic year, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry welcomes a whole host of new students. During their time in the castle they learn about potion-brewing, herbology, and defense against the dark arts, all in the hope of being better at wielding magic than they ever thought possible.…
After a sequel to Team Cherry's critically acclaimed Hollow Knight dubbed Hollow Knight: Silksong was announced in 2019, fans of the indie platformer have been eagerly awaiting updates. Some speculate that this month, an official release date will finally be confirmed at Summer Game Fest. The last public showcase concerning…
When a single character has been at the forefront of a series since the beginning, they are bound to go through some changes. Change is inevitable after all, even in a video game series as big and longstanding as God of War. Some might even say that change is required…
The Harry Potter universe has undergone some significant expansions in the last decade or so. While the world of the books was always vast, fans were only shown a small slice of it through the seven main novels, before the property was extended with prequel films, periphery books, and stories…
In the upcoming cyberpunk, action-adventure game Stray, players take control of a cat that finds itself separated from its family and lost in an underground, dystopian land. However, humans don't roam the streets of this peculiar land – paranoid robots do. Stray's protagonist cat isn't alone, as thankfully it meets…
It's almost been a decade since Undead Labs released its survival horror game State of Decay. The title was a commercial success and was followed by State of Decay 2 a few years later. Now, with the upcoming State of Decay 3 in development, fans are wondering when they might…
2018's Marvel's Spider-Man was a big leap forward for the Web-Head in terms of his video game career. With Insomniac Games at the helm, it told the story of an older, wiser Peter Parker and his struggles of balancing a post-college life with that of a superhero. Both the gameplay…
During Sony's State of Play event on 2 June, many games were showcased to gamers. It was an especially good event for VR gamers, as a trailer for Horizon Call of the Mountain was shown, and it was also revealed that Resident Evil Village will be making its way to…
At a glance, it would seem like the free PlayStation Plus games for June 2022 would be an automatic hit with subscribers of the service. On PlayStation 4, users are being treated to God of War, one of the most critically-acclaimed games of all time, and the fighting game Naruto…
The only thing as mysterious and alluring to humans as space is the ocean, which is why these two settings so often make their way into the stories people consume. It is a tendency of humans to try to understand their surroundings, which is a large part of what fuels…
With the Saints Row reboot releasing on August 26, there are sure to be a plethora of things to do as there were in older entries. One of the best things to do in any Saints Row title are the Activities strewn throughout a given map, providing a fun break…
With Pokemon Scarlet and Violet getting a second trailer just a week ago, fans are now expecting more news to come over the summer months, which is usually when the reveal cycle is richer for Pokemon games that release during the Holiday Season. The June trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and…
The Dishonored games remain highly acclaimed even 10 years after the release of the original. The series is full of dark secrets and diverse gameplay that has left fans eager to jump back into the universe. However, the end of Dishonored 2 and its DLC have seemingly wrapped up the…
Final Fantasy 14 is an ever-expanding MMO that started with three city-states before spreading to places like Doma, Ishgard, the First, Garlemald, and even the moon. These locations are diverse, showing gamers new places under the sea, over the stars, across the rolling hills of the Azim Steppe, and deep…
Superhero based media is all the rage right now with companies like Marvel and DC vying for the attention of movie goers. In the streaming space, there are even more competitors with Netflix's The Umbrella Academy and the countless shows that the two major comic book companies are throwing out.…
Madden is a franchise that captures a huge audience every year, currently the biggest football simulation game on the market. Over the last 34 years, the franchise has refined its formula to make the experience more authentic. Components like Franchise Mode, Ultimate Team, and Face of the Franchise are the…
When it comes to subgenre and media aesthetics, it can be hard to write any sort of guidelines that defines the general look and feel of a given genre. Like horror, screwball comedy, and many other oddly specific types of media, the only real way to identify most examples is…
VIdeo game movies are rarely good, and that includes the Assassin's Creed film. Released back in 2016, Assassin's Creed brought the best-selling franchise to the big screen for a film that did not compare to the video games. It introduced viewers to a brand-new protagonist named Callum Lynch who is…
The Outriders: Worldslayer expansion is less than a month away, and developer People Can Fly has guaranteed plenty of content and challenges worthy of a return to the world of Enoch. Released in April 2021, Outriders was praised for its gameplay, customization options, graphics, world design, and multiplayer, with criticism…
For all the positivity that Sony has been able to cultivate in the wake of its recent State of Play event, it’s fair to say the presentation has also left the publisher’s first party lineup in limbo. In an unusual turn of events, as it stands right now there’s no…
As players will no doubt expect from a game that encompasses multiple movies, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is immense. Star Wars itself is a universe as diverse as it is vast and trying to encapsulate that in just one game is tough, but Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and…
Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 may not be coming until 2023, but fans of the first two games cannot wait to see more of the sequel. The reveal trailer instantly got fans excited by showing Peter and Miles fighting together, with the former using Iron Spider legs and the latter wielding his…
Nintendo and Game Freak have dropped a new trailer for the highly-anticipated Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, this year's entry in the long-running mainline Pokemon series. Before last week, fans had to mine every millisecond of the game's reveal trailer to learn more about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's region, monsters, and…
One of the most popular tabletop RPGs of all time, Shadowrun, can trace its roots back to 1989 when fellow tabletop juggernaut Warhammer 40,000 released its first edition. Over three decades later, Shadowrun has six editions, over 40 novels, and has influenced a variety of cyberpunk-fantasy properties. As is the…
One of the most important parts of human nature is the ability to learn from one's mistakes, and make sure that they are not repeated. This is a huge theme within Tolkien’s works. It is especially prominent in the fears of sons not wanting to repeat the poor actions of…
When games have a character creation tool, it's inevitable that players will try and push it to its limits to see what kinds of weird and wonderful faces they can create. Time and again in games like Cyberpunk 2077, Sims 4, and even previous FromSoftware titles, gamers will explore just…
Power Armor is a staple in the longstanding Fallout series. Known for its easily recognizable look and extreme usefulness in gameplay, Power Armor is a sought-after item in any entry of the franchise. This comes as no surprise, considering its value both pre- and post-war. Thus, Power Armor has become…
Fortnite remains at the top of the live-service market, having just received its Chapter 3, Season 3 update. After a dimension-shifting finale to Season 2 where players found themselves beating back an opposing force for good, servers went down and the game began anew once again. This time, a portion…
The Soulsborne games have made FromSoftware a heavyweight in the industry after repeated successful titles, creating a cult following for games that are both challenging and punishing in nearly every aspect. Following the release of Elden Ring, many gamers are wondering what other gaming franchises could adopt the Soulsborne formula…
Every character in Apex Legends, be they playable or otherwise, has a compelling story behind them. This dedication to the legends' backstories is one of the reasons why the battle royale game has lasted for so long. When the characters grow, evolve, and take on lives of their own, people…
Ever since Fallout 76 came out in 2018, information regarding the future of the Fallout franchise has been limited to rumors. Fans talk about where the game could be located, whether Fallout New Vegas will have a sequel, and how the franchise can improve, but there has been no truly…
The upcoming Hogwarts Legacy is generating a serious buzz in the run-up to its release date, and it is easy to see why. With the game is aiming to create the most holistic experience of being a student at Hogwarts that gaming has ever seen, fans are eager to get…
Diablo Immortal has come a long way since its first announcement all the way back in 2018. Upon announcing that its next title in the beloved Diablo series would be a mobile-only game, Blizzard was made a laughing stock of the wider gaming community, with one infamous Q&A attendee asking…
The following article contains spoilers for Stranger Things: Season 4 Vol. 1. The fourth season of the hit Netflix series, Stranger Things, has returned with more thrills, scares, and humor during the unofficial start of summer on Memorial Day weekend. Nearly three years after the third season aired, the series…
The Far Cry series has seen many antagonists — often more than players realize. Apart from the primary antagonist of each title, there are also a number of secondary antagonists that add to each game’s narrative. In this tier list, the Far Cry antagonists will be categorized based on how…
Little is known about Monolith Productions’ Wonder Woman game besides it being a third-person, open-world action-adventure game with an original story. Its narrative is teased as Princess Diana having to unite the world of Themyscira and the world of modern humans, and Warner Bros.’ patented Nemesis System is also teased…
Since V Rising was first announced, it has inevitably drawn comparisons to other major titles in its genre. Most notably, V Rising is often compared to titles like Rust and Valheim, and for good reason, despite being draped in a gothic folklore aesthetic, V Rising feels right at home with…
Overwatch 2 has been in development for quite some time now, and fans recently got a taste of all the new changes coming to the much-anticipated sequel during the PvP beta. This first beta ran for about three weeks and provided feedback to fans and developers about the many changes…
Laid-back farming simulator Stardew Valley has made its way to a surprisingly high number of platforms since its initial Steam-focused release in 2016. As of 2022, Stardew Valley is available for consoles of all types, including PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. In addition, a mobile version…
On June 5, the gaming sensation Fortnite entered into Chapter 3 Season 3: Vibin', with the update causing quite a bit of excitement. Aside from the standard fare of new additions to the map and the continuation of the story for the game's protagonist Jonesy and the island as a…
Doctor Who fans have had a lot to talk about with all the recent announcements. The return of past Doctors, classic companions, and the homecoming of Russel T Davies as showrunner have all been met with widespread excitement. Much of fans' focus has been in relation to how David Tennant's…
The currently revealed roster for upcoming soccer title Mario Strikers: Battle League has revealed that the game will start with only ten playable characters, and will be lacking some iconic characters from throughout the Super Mario franchise. However, Mario Strikers: Battle League could address this issue by releasing a series…
Destiny 2's expansions and seasons keep on furthering its overarching stories in meaningful ways, and Bungie is known for its incredible world-building work with lore tabs and bits of dialogue hidden in side quests. There are many characters that Destiny 2 players meet over time, and while some are long…
Last week, Capcom finally confirmed the Resident Evil 4 Remake, which sparked a wave of excitement within the Resident Evil community. However, while fans warmly welcomed the announcement of Resident Evil 4, Capcom still hasn't revealed anything about the DLC of Resident Evil Village. It is worth remembering that Capcom…
Lechonk stole the show of the most recent Pokemon Scarlet and Violet trailer. While the legendary mascots were revealed along with two professors, a multiplayer mode, and other new Pokemon like Pawmi and Smoliv, Lechonk has become the biggest sensation on the internet. The portly pig captured gamer hearts with…
Resident Evil is a survival horror series known for serving up some pretty big scares and stretching its tendrils past gaming to encompass film and television, too. Although most titles in the series have relied on a third-person perspective, Capcom decided to switch up the traditional formula with Resident Evil…
After the latest trailer released for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, new theories are beginning to take shape for how the next entries in the series is going to approach its open world. Official sources have confirmed that unlike their Generation 8 predecessors, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will have a fully…
"I am inside your mind." These are the first words that the phony Jedi Haja Estree speaks in the second episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi, pretending to read the thoughts of a customer he's conning. And later, he gets a sort of comeuppance, as the Third Sister performs the same feat…
The Assassin's Creed franchise is now firmly established as a genre-defining bastion of the gaming industry. The next addition to the expanding collection of titles that fall under this famous IP will supposedly be called Assassin's Creed Rift, which is strongly rumored to receive its own standalone release. This upcoming…
Gotham Knights is Warner Bros. latest DC Comics-inspired video game, set in a world where Batman is dead and vigilantes Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Robin are left to defend the city. After revealing the game would only be available for next-gen consoles and releasing canon-diverging website biographies, Warner Bros.…
Hogwarts Legacy’s biggest pull is that players will be able to stroll about on the castle grounds of Hogwarts and explore the iconography that they have become incredibly familiar with since reading J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter novels. This includes the castle’s interior, full of rustic stone, distinct Hogwarts house tapestries,…
While Nintendo has a rich lineage in the realm of video games, the one genre it never broke into was competitive shooters. However, the company's first foray into the format with 2015's Splatoon was a critical success. It was isolated on the Wii U console though, so it was clear…
There can be no doubt that Netflix’s Stranger Things is a cultural phenomenon. Hearkening back to both the stories and the conventions of youth-centric sci-fi/horror films from the seventies and eighties, the show has ridden a wave of nostalgia to massive success, launching multiple child actors (and reinvigorating the careers…
Sony’s most recent State of Play event, will likely go down in history for how the publisher chose to kick off and close proceedings. Thanks to the official unveiling of the Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a new trailer for Final Fantasy 16, it’s fair to say that Sony’s presentation…
Obsidian Entertainment has a pretty lengthy history in the gaming landscape, with most of its titles over the years being sequels to other developers' creations. The studio's first game, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic 2, was cut short in development but still managed to lift up to the…
Major changes have been made in Fortnite Chapter 3, Season 3 following the lore-filled Collision event that brought Season 2 to a close. Alongside massive map alterations, the popular battle royale from Epic Games now boasts the Reality Tree, and floating Reality Seeds that can be found around it. In…
After years of endless speculation, Capcom finally confirmed the highly-anticipated remake of Resident Evil 4. Given that Resident Evil 4 is widely considered one of the best entries in the franchise, the confirmation of the remake sparked excitement within the Resident Evil community. However, it is unsurprising that some are…
BioWare’s Anthem was one of the most disappointing games in recent history, with many fans frustrated by the fact it never found its own identity. This led to many players abandoning the live-service title after years of trailers built up hype. However, there was one aspect of Anthem that was…
All the creatures in Middle Earth have the desire to make things, to build things, to create and to expand. For the elves it is beautiful landscapes, like Rivendell and Lothlorien, or weaponry (like Glamdring and Orchrist). For the Dwarves it is their vast halls, and the armor that they…
The Witcher 4, the untitled Witcher game currently in development at CD Projekt Red, has been drawing speculation since it was first announced. The Witcher 3 has already provided a neat ending to the original Witcher trilogy, and its incredible popularity has helped CD Projekt Red grow massively as a…
While Sony's recent State of Play was confirmed well ahead of time, it managed to take many by surprise by offering up big reveals catering to just about every type of gamer. In just under 30 minutes, Sony revealed a handful of high-profile games like Resident Evil 4, gave updates…
Both V Rising and Valheim have become popular survival games on PC, both of which are still in early access. Each game brings a unique experience to the genre and both are definitely worth checking out for fans of crafting and building, but V Rising’s rapid success and interesting take…
Bandai Namco’s upcoming first-person team-shooter Gundam Evolution is drawing a lot of attention. It's clear that the team behind it has done its research on similar hero-shooters like Overwatch and Team Fortress 2, and the April closed beta test revealed a good grasp of PC gaming in general. How that…
Sony kicked off June with a bang, with its recent State of Play setting the bar pretty high for Summer Games Fest and the other showcases this month. One of the biggest highlights of the entire State of Play was its very first announcement, that being Resident Evil 4 Remake.…
Last week, Sega revealed the first gameplay for the long-anticipated latest entry in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, Sonic Frontiers. This new entry was first announced in summer 2021, and is set to be the Sonic franchise's first foray into open-world game design, taking inspiration from games like The Legend…
With news of The Witcher 4 or, rather, the new Witcher saga being in development, fans are theorizing what the new title may entail. Most talk concerns who the new main character might be, whether CD Projekt Red will introduce a new playable Witcher or opt for the character creation…
The Far Cry series is most commonly known for its memorable antagonists. They’re often written to be the protagonist’s driving force as they urge the player to go against them. The methods differ based on the antagonist and their personality, but the goal is always the same: push the player…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is set to have its worldwide reveal in just a few days, and many have high expectations for the latest Infinity Ward title. With the Modern Warfare 2 reveal, campaign footage seems likely, giving fans a chance to see if the rumors about a…
Sports dramas have become increasingly popular over the years and have found success on streaming platforms including Netflix, Hulu, Peacock, and Apple TV. Whether the series is fictional like Cobra Kai, All American, GLOW, or Ted Lasso; or a documentary series like The Last Dance, Formula 1: Drive to Survive,…
The Red Dead Redemption series had carved a special place for itself in gaming by providing an immersive Western gaming experience, allowing gamers to live as outlaws in the Wild West. Although there are other Western games that draw from Western movies, none of them do it on the scale…
Diablo Immortal, despite there only being a few days since its release, has a storied history. When Diablo Immortal was first revealed to the world, many had been hoping for something on Diablo 4 at the time, and a mobile version of the franchise did not click with fans. The…
Pokemon GO is hosting one of its biggest events of the year with Adventure Week which runs from 7 June until 12 June. The event is sure to be especially alluring for fans of Rock-Type and Fossil Pokemon, as there will be plenty of opportunities to encounter these Pokemon. Gamers…
Star Wars: The Old Republic is celebrating its 10th year online in 2022, complete with the launch of a new expansion, Legacy of the Sith, and a year-round celebratory event rewarding players with various anniversary unlocks and bonus experience. Unfortunately for Star Wars: The Old Republic, its latest expansion has…
Game Freak and Nintendo revealed Pokemon Scarlet and Violet earlier this year with a trailer that showcased the new starter Pokemon and open world gameplay. A few months later, a second trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet dropped, with this one revealing even more Pokemon, the box art legendaries, 4-player…
Reality television is already a scary prospect for many people. People competing for prizes in various demeaning ways, or just sitting in a house until they are the last one left, can be nausea-inducing for audiences. Some see reality television as the downfall of entertainment, while others tune in every…
Easily one of the biggest franchises in the world, Star Wars has such a far-reaching influence across so many different types of media that it's difficult to try and encompass them all. After Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm in 2012, Star Wars has become more prolific than ever, with new films,…
For years now, the Epic Games Store has given away free mystery games to coincide with its big sales with the hope of drawing in new users to the PC gaming platform. The Epic Mega Sale is the latest Epic Games Store promotion, and it's live until June 16, with…
The Alien franchise has no shortage of talent at the helm in its history. With Ridley Scott directing the first installment and James Cameron creating an all-time great sequel, the franchise's lineage is nothing to sneeze at. When a young David Fincher stepped up as the director of Alien 3,…
Microsoft's popular subscription service, Xbox Game Pass, offers players a constantly-revolving selection of great games, from action-packed racing titles to somber indie releases. But to accommodate the range of Day One titles and new additions to the library, some games sadly have to be removed. Players usually get around a…
Netflix subscribers have had some time now to watch the first seven episodes of Stranger Things Season 4, and many are hotly anticipating the final two episodes of the season, set to premiere on July 1. In the meantime, some Stranger Things fans have come out of Season 4 with…
For years, The Last Kingdom has been one of Netflix's leading period dramas. The series is based on Bernard Cornwell's The Saxon Stories, a series of historical fiction novels published between 2004 and 2020. BBC aired its first two seasons and in 2018, it was acquired by the streaming giant,…
