How GDC's Developer's Concert Uses Nostalgia for Emotional Engagement

Music is a cornerstone of the entertainment industry, and that is especially true of video games. Regardless of what story is playing out on the screen, a great soundtrack can change almost anything, which is really indicative of its power in the end. This year’sGame Developers Conference (GDC)is set to host the second annualA Developer’s Concert, where that raw power that music intrinsically possesses can be heard, felt, and experienced firsthand....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 861 words · Luis Bauer

How To Create The Classic Survivor Series Match In WWE 2K25

Quick Links As one of the “big four” WWE premium live events next to WrestleMania, SummerSlam, and The Royal Rumble, the Survivor Series is one of the most exciting events of the year. With the incorporation of WCW’s originalWar Gamesmatch taking center stage, the classic elimination-style Survivor Series match isn’t among the match types inWWE 2K25. The traditional Survivor Series match is a four-on-four tag team competition where every member of the teams must be pinned, submitted, counted out, or disqualified individually before a winner is declared....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Ms. Laura Smith

How to Get Melding Tickets in MH Wilds

Quick Links Decoration farming makes up a significant chunk of the endgame inMonster Hunter Wilds. These drop from any High Rank monster, but players who want to get a ton of them without fighting anything can use Melding Tickets in Suja for some easy weapon and armor decorations. Gold and Silver Melding Tickets can be converted into decorations by Suja’s Elder Melder. They’re great forspringboardingMH Wildsbuildsinto viability, but getting them can be a tedious process....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 369 words · Matthew Nguyen

How to Separate Monster Herds in Monster Hunter Wilds

Quick Links Monsters inMonster Hunter Wildsare not solitary creatures that exist in a vacuum. They inhabit a living, breathing world shared by other monsters and creatures. The idea is to create an ecosystem of wildlife that interacts with one another. A monster intruding on another monster’s territory is a common occurrence, and so is thepresence of alpha variantsthat form herds of lesser monsters around themselves. When a player wants to hunt these monsters, separating them from the pack and isolating them becomes the top priority, as fighting multiple monsters at the same time is a recipe for disaster....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Ashley Jackson

Iansan Best Build in Genshin Impact

Player Mistakes Back to All Characters Iansan finally debuts as a playable character inGenshin Impact’s version 5.5, bringing her unique abilities as a support to the forefront. Known for her critical role in the Natlan storyline arc, she is also quite useful with her gameplay kit, providing exceptional ATK buffs to teammates, making her a valuable addition to many team compositions. While her playstyle drawscomparisons to characters like Bennettand Shenhe with ATK buff being tied to Elemental Burst, she introduces distinct mechanics....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 934 words · Elizabeth Mccarty

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Releases First DLC Mission, But With a Catch

Summary The first paid DLC mission forKingdom Come: Deliverance 2, The Lion’s Crest, is now available for purchase across all platforms. However, this release comes with a catch in that manyKingdom Come: Deliverance 2owners may have already played it. The latest open-world RPG from Warhorse Studios hit the market on February 4. Anyone whopre-ordered any edition ofKingdom Come: Deliverance 2received The Lion’s Crest quest at no extra cost, and has been able to play it from day one....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Katherine Bowen

Lu Shaotang's Past Bubbles Up in SAKAMOTO DAYS Episode 10

The following contains spoilers for SAKAMOTO DAYS, Episode 10, “Bathhouse Roughhouse”, available onNetflix. Summary Quick Links SAKAMOTO DAYSbrings the series' obligatory bathhouse episode, with a small-time assassin foaming at the mouth at the rare chance to take out the legendary Taro Sakamoto, while Lu Shaotang’s past bubbles up as her family members send agents to retrieve her. A solid episode with great humour, episode 10 gives us a little more context around Shaotang’s situation, and introduces a new character in the form of the Lu Clan’s consigliere, Lu Wutang, who becomes the trigger for what is going to be SAKAMOTO DAYS' casino episode, a trope found in pretty much every spy, asssassin, or thief-themed media....

July 14, 2025 · 8 min · 1500 words · Lisa Rowe

March 26 is Going to Be a Big Day for Game of Thrones Fans

Summary It’s been confirmed that the newGame of Thronesvideo gameGame of Thrones: Kingsroadis hitting Steam Early Access on Wednesday, March 26. Despite the incredible success enjoyed by George R.R. Martin’s novels and the HBO adaptation, there haven’t been many attempts at a properGame of Thronesvideo game. The jury is still out on whether the new game will live up to expectations, but what’s been shown ofGame of Thrones: Kingsroadso far has looked impressive....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Anthony Dawson

Marvel Rivals: What is Iron Man’s Steam Power Skin Based On?

Yet another skin has been leaked for one ofMarvel Rivals’ most popular characters. Unlike otherMarvel Rivalsleaks, official art for Iron Man’s new Steam Power skin has been leaked. The new Iron Man design is exciting news despite the Duelist having five costumes already. As is the case for many other interestingMarvel Rivalscosmetics, the Steam Power skin is rooted in Marvel Comics. The 1872 Collection of costumes seems like it will continuously add more skins asMarvel Rivalsprogresses....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 637 words · John Ramos

Monopoly GO: All Upcoming Events (June 14, 2025)

Quick Links After the exciting Deluxe Drop,Monopoly GOis all set to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the all-new St. Paddy’s Partners event. Like other Partners events, this will involve players teaming up to build St. Patrick’s Day-themed attractions on their boards. There are a lot of prizes to win, including thelimited-edition Shamrock Scottie Token. To help you make the most of this event, this guide goes over allMonopoly GOevents planned for June 28, 2025, along with the best playing strategy for today....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 335 words · Edwin Vargas

Monster Hunter Wilds: Best End Game Build For Bow In High Rank

Quick Links The bow inMonster Hunter Wildsis among the weapons with the greatest mobility in this Action RPG, allowing players to move across the map with ease and always attack enemies from a safe distance. It also ranks among the few ranged options in the title, making it a strong choice for those seeking a different way to approach combat. Although it is straightforward to use in the early game, the late game is different, demanding a proper combination of gear and enchantments for better results....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 1050 words · Carolyn Gonzalez

Monster Hunter Wilds: The Best Female Armor, Ranked

Summary Monster Hunter Wildsis the first game in the franchise that doesn’t lock a specific look of armor to the gender the player has chosen their character to be. Instead,each set of armorcan be crafted in two styles, with one being more masculine in appearance with the other being better suited as a feminine character. This freedom has allowed players to mix and match their armor and has allowed players far more control over how their character looks....

July 14, 2025 · 7 min · 1292 words · Nancy Dalton

Most Accessible Vanguard Heroes For New Marvel Rivals Players

Summary The strategy-driven hero shooter,Marvel Rivals, appeals to both veteran gamers and new players.For beginners, selecting the right hero can make all the differenceboth in gameplay and learning the technicalities of play. Whether the player is a fan of brutal strength or prefers a strategic approach,Marvel Rivalsoffers a hero for every playstyle. Among the classes are Vanguard heroes, brutal tanks built for the frontlines and equipped with high health pools that enable them to withstand significant damage and stay in the fight longer, taking hits from the enemy team without going down quickly....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 979 words · James Scott