History has always formed the backbone of theAssassin’s Creedfranchise. While it never pretends to be themost historically-accurate seriesout there,Assassin’s Creedfully embraces the past, setting each entry in a new location and time period, and including characters and major events that are heavily inspired by real-world history.Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis no exception. For the first time in the franchise’s long history,Assassin’s Creed Shadowsintroduces a playable protagonist directly inspired by a historical figure, Yasuke....

For a little while now, some players have been looking out for games that let them pet dogs and cats, with entire social media accounts being built around that feature. Over the years, more and more games seem to be adopting it, which has made for some pretty adorable encounters. WithAssassin’s Creed Shadows, Ubisoft has once again decided to let players do that very thing. However, this time around, it seems to be taking a few cues fromPokemon....

Summary Quick Links Attack on Titanis a story filled with ships and potential romances. However, so many of them are left unfulfilled, few more so than the story of Ymir and Krista. While bubbling in the background ofAttack on Titan’sfirst season, the story becomes pivotal during the major events of the second season and the Clash of the Titans Arc. With so much stuff happening, some fans believe the nuances of their relationship were lost in the maelstrom....

Summary Electronic Arts has made major strides in trying to turn its reputation after facing wave after wave of negative PR. While some of their practices are things that fans still frown upon, their reputation is miles better than what it used to be around a decade ago. As a result, fans have slowly come to appreciate EA’s business practices in the 2020s and how they push both profitable games with a multiplayer focus along with single-player games that boast high-quality gameplay and stories....

Quick Links The Insect Glaive features strong and fast attacks as well as exceptional mobility, making it an excellent weapon for players who want to hit hard and stay mobile inMonster Hunter Wilds.It works perfectly well on its own, but with the right build, players can take this weapon to new heights. The following is an endgame build that focuses on improving the Insect Glaive’s DPS without committing fully to damage-only skills....

Summary Mechaanime is a highly undervalued genre that brings chaotic action and universal drama to life.Mecha animecan have many different themes, such as slice of life, romance, and all the way to the consequences of war. Mecha are primarily used as weapons of mass destruction, capable of turning the tide of a conflict all on their own. While valuable, the pilots inside these machines are exploited or worse as they decimate the battlefield....

Summary Quick Links Black Cloverhas been on hiatus for a few years now, but both old and new fans wonder if the anime could come back anytime soon — for new fans it might be even worse, as many of them started watching the anime without knowing the end is not exactly the finale of the story. Is there any chance that theBlack Cloveranime will return soon? Or should Pierrot wait for it to end before resuming the series?...

Summary Chrono Trigger, one of the most beloved role-playing games of the 16-bit era, has hit a major milestone in the gaming industry, surpassing 5 million units sold. Having just surpassed 30 years since its original release in Japan, 2025 is a big year forChrono Trigger, and the reveal of that sales figure puts an exclamation point on its legacy. Chrono Triggeris, at its heart, atime travel gamein which the party, made of fighters from different eras, zip across the timestream of a fantasy world to try to prevent a cataclysmic event caused by a deadly entity known as Lavos....

Realism in shooters is a hot topic among gamers and combined-arms tactical shooters likeDelta Forceare often sought out by players seeking immersive combat. While some shooters go all the way with realism, such as milsims like ARMA, others take on a more arcade-like approach in cases likeCall of DutyorCounter-Strike. TiMi’s modern take onDelta Forcelands somewhere in between, shooting for realism and consistency but never at the expense of fun factor....

Summary New details about Disney andFortnite’s previously announced collaboration have been announced, which might include a completely new game mode that could rivalDisney Dreamlight ValleyorDisney Infinity. Many of the game’s biggest pop-culture crossovers have been with Disney-owned properties like Marvel andStar Wars, with the former even having a massive Doctor Doom-centric event last year. Other popular Disney movies featured inFortniteincludeThe Incredibles,Pirates of the Caribbean, andAvatar, with many more likely to come in the future....

Disneyland’s beloved Jolly Holiday Bakery Café is set to reopen on Jun 19, 2025, after a temporary closure for refurbishment, and it’s bringing a fresh menu along with it. TheMary Poppins-themed café on Main Street, USA will introduce new treats and returning favorites, givingDisneylandguests plenty to look forward to when they stop by for breakfast, lunch, or a sweet snack. Jolly Holiday Bakery Café closed in January 2025, with scaffolding surrounding its storybook-inspired facade during the refurbishment....

Summary Throughout the nearly40-year-long history of theFinal Fantasyfranchise, many memorable characters have appeared on-screen and worked their way into the hearts of gamers worldwide. From the original pixel sprites of the first six installments to the incredibly detailed 3D models from more recent iterations, each game features a whole new cast of entertaining friends and foes to find and fight. With the announcement of aMagic: The GatheringUniverses Beyond crossover set to release in June 2025, entirely composed ofFinal Fantasycharacters and monsters, many fans have begun to theorize about who will make the jump to cardboard....

Summary Every entry in theFinal Fantasyseries is groundbreaking for one reason or another. The original game was thought to be a one-off but it went on to have a massive legacy.Final Fantasy 3introduced the Job system with swappable mechanics.Final Fantasy 7brought more people into theRPG genre and helped solidify the PS1as the dominant console of its era. Final Fantasy’simpact on video game history is immeasurable but this begs the question. What games have the best gameplay loops from mainline titles to spinoffs?...