Summary Baldur’s Gate 3director Swen Vincke recently revealed thatBalatrois his 2024 Game of the Year.Balatrohas been widely successful since its release, so it’s not entirely surprising that theBaldur’s Gate 3director loved the poker-inspired game. Released in 2023,Baldur’s Gate 3has received more GOTY awards than any other title, winning big at five major award shows: the BAFTAs, the D.I.C.E. Awards, Game Developers Choice Awards, the Golden Joystick Awards, and The Game Awards....

Demon Slayerfans have seen them beautifully drawn in the manga series and watched them slash and clash in the anime. They have also had the chance to adore these beauties in their many renditions by cosplayers and bladesmiths alike. It’s hard not to want a copy of your favoriteDemon Slayerweapon when you’re a dedicated fan of the series. Especially if you keep coming back even after checking out otheraction anime in the spirit ofDemon Slayer....

Summary Many games, for better or worse, offer instant gratification. Be it quick and easy rewards, a fast pace, accessibility, or simply strong, tactile controls, games such asPost VoidorVampire Survivorsare concerned primarily with keeping players engaged from the very starting moments of the game. However, there are a great number of games that take time and patience to truly shine. These games offer deeply rewarding gameplay, but this frequently comes at the cost of pace and accessibility....

One of the biggest advantages of playing on a PC instead of a console is the ability to install mods to, well, modify the game any way one wants. Depending on the popularity of the title and the dedication of the player base,modding communities can churn out thousands, if not tens of thousands, of individual mods to alter a game in different ways. Monster Hunter Wildsstands as a perfect example of this reality....

Summary In the early days of strategy gaming, where turns could take as long as the player liked, thinking under pressure wasn’t an issue, but with video games came the popularization of real-time strategy games which not only required players to think deeply about their decision, but think about it fast as well. Whether it’s the very best of RTS gaming where speed and cerebral thinking comes in equal measure or grand strategy stories that play out over the course of hours, all real-time strategy games, even if they have a pause, require quick and deep thinking....

Summary The horror genre is vast, with many gameplay styles that have resulted in famous one-offs as well as franchises. This has also resulted in various visual styles and settings, such asretro-futuristic horror.This subgenre has carved out a unique niche in gaming, blending nostalgic aesthetics with terrifying possibilities. While there is nothing wrong with the flashy and conventional versions of the future, as seen in games likeDead SpaceandReturnal, there is something appealing about seeing sci-fi horror through the eyes of the past....

Summary There’s something about the nature of romance that draws people in. Due to this fact, many people want at least a little bit of romance in their story, regardless of the genre. This makes romance perhaps one of the most popular genres on the planet. Anime is replete withgreat romantic stories, but it is not always easy to tell which is the best. For those who are new to anime, a list of the very best can be helpful in making a choice about what to watch....

Summary The first show of the year,theMinecraft Live Spring 2025eventoffered players a look into upcoming features and changes to various facets of the Minecraft franchise. Between a release date for the upcoming Spring Drop, featuring refreshed textures for old mobs and ambiance additions, and a look into content coming sometime in the summer, the event was short but sweet. The announcements mostly focused on the game itself, instead of addons or other games,with a touch on theMinecraftmovie....

Summary Buffy The Vampire Slayerwas one of the biggest shows of the 1990s, and its popularity carried it into the 21st century as it evolved into a successful franchise. The original movie that prompted the creation of the series was released in 1992 and already had a solid fanbase, which is another reason it was so popular. The show resonates with viewers for many reasons, one of the main ones being the powerful and resourceful female lead, but other features were also important....

Quick Links The Karate Kid Challenge is here inBitlife. Fans can participate in this challenge fromMarch 22 to March 26, so you’ve got plenty of time to jump in. During the Karate Kid challenge, fans will need to master karate and win over a popular girl. Here’s how players can complete it. Bitizens will need to: How to Be Born a Male in New Jersey in Bitlife To be born a male in New Jersey,Bitlifeplayers will have to choose acity in New Jersey like Newarkwhen starting their character....

Summary The updated Verdansk map forCall of Duty: Warzonecould mark the return of bunkers, according to a new discovery in the game’s fifth anniversary trailer. Verdansk will make its return toCall of Duty: Warzonein Season 3 on April 3, ending many months of speculation and rumors regarding the map and its content. Activision released itsCall of Duty: Warzonefifth anniversary teaser traileron March 10, confirming Verdansk’s return date and highlighting various parts of the iconic map....

Summary It’s not uncommon for Hideo Kojima to base his stories on real-world events, social issues, and technological advancements, despite the fact that his narratives are often science fiction and supernatural in nature and therefore exaggerate said occurrences. He has even joked before aboutaccidentally “predicting” the COVID-19 pandemicwith the release ofDeath Stranding, which highlighted the issues of isolation and fragile supply chains. However, that game’s upcoming sequel,Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, is primed to hit closer to home than many of Kojima’s games ever have, if its recent pre-order trailer is anything to go by....

Summary Quick Links The most anticipated animated movie right now is none other thanDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle the First movie. Fans have been on the edge of their seats, waiting for an international release date, and just a few days after the announcement of the Japanese release date, the international release dates are finally out, showcasing not only the US release date, but also for the vast majority of the world....