PS Plus March 2025 Player Count Takes a Big Hit

Summary One would assume that the free PS Plus games for March 2025 would prove to be the most popular so far. After all,Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice Leaguewas a massive flopwhen it first released, as wasPayday 3.Dragon Age: The Veilguard, while not a commercial success, did at least earn mostly positive reviews and is only a few months old. Not to mention,Sonic Colors: Ultimateis generally considered one of the best 3DSonicgames andThe Cowabunga Collectionincludes a bunch of classicTMNTgames for the nostalgia-minded gamer....

July 6, 2025 · 2 min · 245 words · Brenda Patel

Sinking City 2 Dev Talks Changing Genre and Revamping Combat

The developers ofThe Sinking Cityare taking its sequel in a completely new direction, asThe Sinking City 2will be a third-person survival horror game set in a semi-open world. It’s also independent of the first title, so players will be able to delve into theruins of Arkham, search out clues, and solve various mysteries with no knowledge of the first game. The genre is already a big change for studio Frogwares, which is mostly known for its action-adventure games, but that’s only the beginning....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 633 words · Jacqueline Aguirre

Sony Wants to Make Life Easier for People Who Play Video Games Lying Down

Summary A recent patent publication has revealed an in-development software atSonythat would utilize the gyroscopic orientation system in video game controllers to allow players to change the control scheme based on the position they are playing in. This latest patent joins a number of recent research and developments bySonythat have focused on improving the accessibility and customization features of PlayStation gaming hardware. One of the biggest names in technology and video games, Sony has revolutionized video game hardware and software over the years, with major advancements aimed at improving the player experience....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Gary Oneill

Tales of the Shire Shouldn't Be Afraid to Separate Its Decor From Its Theme

WhileTales of the Shire’s release date slipped further into the year, the simulation game is quickly approaching. Now set to release this July,Tales of the Shireinitially excited Tolkienverse fans and fans of the life sim genre alike. While its early previews came with their share of criticism, hopefully the delays will result in a stronger game at launch. One area that developer Weta Workshop will have had time to expand upon is the game’s interior decoration, and hopefully, it has considered adding items that go against the grain of the title’s cozy vibes....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 607 words · Peter Diaz

The Case For and Against a Single-Player Hazelight Game

Split Fictionmarks another co-op story from innovative developer Hazelight Studios. The Swedish-based company has built a reputation for inventive stories that balance creative gameplay mechanics with compelling dual leads.Split Fictioncontinues this tradition, and it has managed to one-up the gameplay of its predecessors. Over the years, Hazelight Studios has continued to improve upon its own concepts, andSplit Fictioncould potentially be the developer’s peak. Now that the developer has proven it can reach the same heights as its last game,It Takes Two, many are now left wondering where the studio can go from here....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 562 words · Ronnie Martinez

The Unwritten Rules of Assassin's Creed Shadows Explained

Summary The long-awaited, twice-delayedAssassin’s Creed Shadowsis finally here, taking players to feudal Japan in one of the most ambitiousAssassin’s Creedentries to date. With its vast open world, distinct dual protagonists, and plenty of other additions and changes to the series' formula,Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis a massive experiencefor both veterans and newcomers, and players would be remiss to underestimate it. Before setting off on a journey throughAssassin’s Creed Shadows' feudal Japan, players should familiarize themselves with many of its unwritten rules involving exploration, stealth, and combat....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 950 words · Olivia Mclaughlin

The Walking Dead Fans Agree on One Key Moment That ‘Killed the Franchise’

Summary To this day,The Walking Deadstill has an army of fans who love its zombie post-apocalyptic world more than any other and have been eagerly waiting for the second season ofDead Cityto arrive so that they can gobble up even more terrifying horde shenanigans in the Big Apple with Negan and Maggie.As popular as AMC’s universe is, there are some fans who couldn’t care less about it and feel that the show was “killed off” a long time ago due to one foolish move....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Rachel Bradley

The Zelda Series May Not Need to Come Out Swinging on the Nintendo Switch 2

The Legend of Zeldais by far one of the biggest franchises not only in Nintendo’s catalog but in gaming as a whole. In roughly 40 years since the debut of the series on the Nintendo Entertainment System,The Legend of Zeldahas more than lived up to the “legend” in its name across numerous games in the series. Its games have changed the very fabric of gaming and innovated in ways that are still felt across titles in numerous genres, such as action-adventure and RPG....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 756 words · Juan Miller

Thunderbolts* Has Two Big BTS MCU Show Connections

Summary TheMarvel Cinematic Universewill continue to expand on the big screen this May when the franchise’sSuicideSquad-esque band of misfit anti-heroes and weaker villains go on their first mission inThunderbolts*. After years of waiting and fan speculation over whom the film’s characters will be, where the narrative will unfold, and who will die (let alone if anyone does),Thunderbolts*is roaring into theaters sooner than it may feel. There is no doubt thatthe MCU has been in a narrative free fallfor over half the same time it was in its prime—fans are hopefulThunderboltswill turn things around....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 828 words · Susan Oliver

Undertale: How Long to Beat

Quick Links The cult favorite indie gameUndertalehas remained an incredibly popular RPG, still drawing in new players after many years. There are many new locations to visit,bosses to spare or defeat, and puzzles to solve. While the story ofUndertaleis compelling and rich, the game itself is not incredibly long to finish. Undertalerevolves around a young human who has fallen into a world of monsters underground and must survive in this new and unfamiliar place....

July 6, 2025 · 2 min · 380 words · Anthony Andrade

Ways Monster Hunter Wilds Is Easier Than Previous Games

Monster Hunterhas been around since 2004. It has touched almost every console and portable out there including the PS2, PSP, 3DS, Xbox One, and so on. Players may have tried to get on board whenMonster Hunter: Worldcame out in 2018 which did trip up the formula seemingly for the better. Still, it was complicated and Capcom made some more strides into making the series more accessible withMonster Hunter Rise. This latest entry feels like the culmination of the efforts Capcom made withMonster Hunter: WorldandMonster Hunter Rise....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 940 words · Samantha Heath

World of Warcraft Classic Season of Discovery Phase 8 May Feature an Iconic Weapon and Landmark

Summary Evidence suggestsWorld of Warcraft Classicplayers might visit Mount Hyjal during a quest to purify the Ashbringer in Season of Discovery Phase 8. Though fans didn’t get to visit Mount Hyjal untilCataclysmin retailWorld of Warcraft, and couldn’t collect the Ashbringer untilLegion, Season of Discovery players might be able to do both very soon. Recently,World of Warcraft ClassicSeason of Discovery confirmed Phase 8was in development, and that it hopes to continue well beyond the update with all sorts of new surprises and content....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 486 words · Maxwell Day

Wuthering Waves Leak Reveals Cantarella’s Signature Weapon and Materials

Summary A recentWuthering Wavesleak has revealed details about Cantarella’s 5-Star signature weapon, including its stats and ascension materials. Cantarella is set to debut inWuthering Waves' upcoming 2.2 update. Earlier in February,Wuthering Wavesofficially revealed Cantarellafor Version 2.2, confirming that she will be a 5-Star Havoc unit and Rectifier wielder. Since Cantarella hasn’t appeared in-game yet, there is very little information about her background. Developer Kuro Games has confirmed that Cantarella is the current head of the Fisalia family, one of the most powerful houses in Ragunna....

July 6, 2025 · 2 min · 322 words · Rhonda Lucero