Though there have been some bumps in the road,Helldivers 2is still going strong as one of the best co-op multiplayer and live-service games of its time. After just recently passingHelldivers 2’s first anniversary, the game has undergone significant improvements and received a slew of new content updates, with no sign of future updates coming to an end anytime soon. Based on previous updates for the game so far, it’s safe to assume thatHelldivers 2will continue to release new premium Warbonds and crossover content, at the very least, as the ongoing Galactic War unfolds....

Summary The 2.1.0 update forThrone and Libertyis now live, introducing additional solo dungeon bosses, a new activity and system, new 3-star dungeons, and much more. The March 2025 update forThrone and Libertyalso implements dozens of much-needed bug fixes and adjustments as developers continue refining the title for players. During its early access period in September 2024, NCSoft’s free-to-play MMORPGThrone and Libertyquickly found success, surpassing 54,000 concurrent players on Steam, with this number ballooning to 300,000 once the title was fully released on October 1....

Summary Twitchhas lifted its permanent ban on Gonzalo “ZeRo” Barrios, almost five years after removing him from the platform. Even as the top streaming service,Twitchfrequently faces criticism for its shaky ban policies; some say it shows favoritism while punishing others too harshly. For those who don’t know ZeRo, he used to be seen as one of the topSuper Smash Bros. Brawlplayers around. Then, in 2020, allegations shook theSmashcommunity whenZeRo was confronted with claims of sexual misconduct involving minors....

When Notch released its first build back in 2011,Minecrafttook the world by storm. Since then, the game has become synonymous with the likes ofMarioandZelda, in the sense that just about anyone, gamer or not, has at least a passing familiarity with it. Yes,Minecraftis a cultural pillar that transcends the gaming medium, making it nearly impossible to surpass. But that doesn’t mean that others haven’t tried. WhileMinecraftcontinues to reap the benefits of its cultural ubiquity and best-selling status, other developers, big and small, have tried their hand at similar casual, crafting-and-survival-focused gaming experiences, but few have managed to get even a taste ofMinecraft’s popularity....

World of Warcraft’s goblins have been some of the game’s most chaotic and entertaining characters, combining keen engineering with reckless bravado. They’ve always added a spot of levity to the Horde, and to factions beyond. In The War Within, goblins have made a firm impact, claiming the spotlight for the expansion’s first major patch. With the introduction of the city known as Undermine, the true scope of goblin society has finally been fleshed out....

Summary Xbox Game Pass Corehas addedBatman: Arkham Knightand two more titles to its content library. These arrivals mark the firstXbox Game Pass Coreexpansion in 2025. The most affordable tier of Microsoft’s subscription service was originally announced in July 2023 and launched two months later.Xbox Game Pass Core was officially positioned as a replacement for Xbox Live Gold, serving as the cheapest way of having online functionality on Microsoft’s consoles while still getting to play some free games in the process....

In an age filled with triple-A titles boasting realistic visuals that make your computer run like a jet engine, there is something immensely comforting about the simplicity ofYour House. It isn’t that the game itself is simple—the short but sweet title is filled with tough puzzles akin to those found in your local escape room. Rather, the simplicity came from its visual style and gameplay, with the latter being entirely text-based....

Dragon Age: The Veilguardis possibly the most acquired taste in the franchise’s lineup for some longtime fans, and a relevant part of that revolves around player choices. This ranges from the low number of imported decisions, the fate of Southern Thedas contrasted to the influence of previous heroes, or the amount of influence players have through Rook. That doesn’t mean there aren’t reasons to fall in love with the fourth, and possibly last,Dragon Age, especially for those in the fandom who loved the franchise the most for its companions, its cultures, and the ancient lore that defines this setting....

Summary The 1990s may have been a golden age forDisneyAnimation, but one particular film came smack-dab in the middle of the decade without much muss or fuss. Now, thirty years later, that film is finally getting its due and Mickey Mouse’s goofiest pal deserves his time in the spotlight. As every ’90s kid knows, the decade was home to the so-called “Disney Renaissance.” Technically beginning in 1989 withThe Little Mermaid, this period housed some of the greatest animated films ever to come out of Hollywood: classics likeBeauty and the Beast,The Lion King, andAladdin, to name just a few....

Summary The trouble with having all of history as a playground is that there is so much potential for sequels in the world ofAssassin’s Creed. Problem is, ever since the Ezio trilogy, Ubisoft have proved reluctant to make any more direct sequels, which is a shame considering just how much potential there is for their core cast of characters. Whether it’s the possibility of exploring ancient Rome or following Napoleon into battle, Ubisoft have teased some amazing possibilities forAssassin’s Creedgames sequels should they come to pass....

Armored Hardcore is the eleventhAstro BotDLC stage and the last of five to appear in the Vicious Void galaxy. Like the four that preceded it, Armored Hardcore is a speedrun stage in spirit, although players will only need to reach the finishing platform to unlock the solitaryAstro BotVIP Bot that’s on offer. To complete the stage, players will need to make use of Astro’s cannonball power-up, which was first introduced duringthe Hieroglitch Pyramid stage....

Because new IPs are always risky in the game industry, it’s natural to wonder what will develop into a franchise. It’s also natural to wonder how the game will be supported after launch, especially when it is not something with a battle pass or typical multiplayer game support.Atomfallis one such case, a brand-new IP with plenty of storytelling and franchise potential, anddeveloper Rebellionis hard at work getting it ready to ship and to begin work on what comes next....

Summary Avengers: Doomsdayleaks seemingly spoiled significant plot details and the team’s roster. However,Avengers: DoomsdayandSecret Warsdirectors Joe and Anthony Russo had disappointing news for fans excited by the leaked concept art. Avengers: Doomsdaywill assemble some of the MCU’s most memorable characters for a showdown against Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom. While some MCU actors have confirmed or hinted at their involvement, figuring out the team roster for the next twoAvengersfilms has been a guessing game....