Summary Admittedly, Cloud Strife, the main protagonist ofFinal Fantasy 7, isn’t exactly an easy guy to get along with. Because of the serious and stoic persona Cloud puts up for much of the game, he can come across as a pretty cold and arrogant guy who has little respect for those around him, so as a result, it makes it difficult for others to break down his walls to learn about the man underneath the hardened exterior....
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is a massive undertaking for a number of reasons, and shows likeDaredevil: Born Againstruggle with a lot of challenges. Over the decades, they’ve found a role for just about every performer in the business, but each one with a name stays somewhat stuck to that identity. They’ve gradually become more comfortable recasting returning actors, but the Netflix shows represent an easy reservoir. Technically, most of those characters don’t exist, so they can reuse them all they want....
Summary With the brilliant new trailers forDeath Stranding 2wowing audiences around the world, many gamers are flocking back to the originalDeath Strandingfor the first time since its release. Still, they might be looking for a way to make their second playthrough weirder or more wonderful than the first. Luckily,Death Strandingaccommodates a wide range of approaches. Whether it’s forsaking some of Sam’s most powerful traversal gadgets or focusing on the game’s social aspects, there are plenty of great ways to shake up a second playthrough ofDeath Stranding....
Summary Disney Parksis turning up the excitement with a trio of new attractions that look to immerse guests in the worlds ofAvengers,Cars, andMonsters Inc. From groundbreaking technology in the Stark Flight Lab at Disney California Adventure to the high-octaneCarsattraction at Magic Kingdom and the first-ever vertical lift coaster in the Monsters Inc. Door Coaster at Hollywood Studios,Disneyis setting the stage for unforgettable experiences. Disney’s Magic Kingdom Reveals First Look at Cars Attraction Ride Disney has unveiled the first glimpse of the ride vehicle concept for the highly-anticipatedCarsattraction set to debut at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World....
Anyone familiar with FromSoftware’s rich oeuvre of uber-challenging games is familiar with Hidetaka Miyazaki’s affinity for poison swamps. Miyazaki himself has acknowledged his love for these status-inflicting quagmires, frequently joking about how he can’t help butinclude them in the likes ofShadow of the Erdtree. But Miyazaki isn’t in charge of FromSoftware’s next game,Elden Ring Nightreign, and it would appear that his absence is manifesting in the removal of this contentious trend....
Some people just want to watch the world burn.Sorceries and incantationsoffer a completely different playstyle to the traditional sword and shield combat found inElden Ring,giving players the opportunity to attack from range as opposed to getting up close and personal. Within the spell category, there are plenty of options when it comes to choosing the right spell type or style that suits the player best or is particularly good against the enemy....
Summary A dedicatedHalofan has created an animation showing off what stealth takedown animations might look like in a theoretical sequel toHalo 3: ODST. Originally released in 2009 for the Xbox 360,Halo 3: ODSTwas a unique entry for theHalofranchise but has no officially announced sequel. Stretching over multiple hardware generations and nearly 25 years, theHalofranchise contains numerous games for a variety of tastes. For example, spin-offs likeHalo WarsandHalo Spartan Assaultcater to fans of real-time strategy and top-down shooting, respectively....
Summary A newGenshin Impactleak has revealed details about upcoming updates that might be great news for fans of the Mondstadt region. Mondstadt was the first region added toGenshin Impactand has been the starting point for every Traveler’s adventure through the world of Teyvat. The Teyvat continent consists of seven major regions, six of which have been revealed so far, with the Pyro nation Natlan being the most recent addition toGenshin Impact5....
Summary There are many great turn-based games, both new and old, that cover a broad variety of genres. Fromturn-based RPGsto tactical roguelikes, these games offer a diverse selection of experiences that often leave players wanting more. Turn-based deck-builderssuch asSlay The SpireandMonster Trainare expecting sequels, andDarkest Dungeon 2proved that it could adapt a tried-and-true formula. However, these turn-based games are unfortunately yet to receive a sequel. Tactical Breach Wizardsis a slick andstylish turn-based strategy gamethat excels with its witty writing and cinematic presentation....
Summary Halojust got dropped on another streaming service, opening the series up to a whole new audience for the first time since its cancellation earlier in 2024. Does this relocation have the chance of broadeningHalo’soutreach and breathing new life into the series? Or is it just simply doomed to fade into the ether forever? This big-budget adaptation has seen more than its fair share of issues in its long and arduous journey to reach the small screen....
Quick Links There are a few skills that reign supreme inMonster Hunter Wildswhen it comes to maximizing damage output, and for crit-based loadouts, Antivirus is one of the mainstays. It’s a simple skill that’s easy to overlook if you don’t know what it does. When making high-damage builds forweapons like the Long Sword, Antivirus can provide some much-needed crit chance, leaving plenty of space for other skills and decorations. Here’s a quick overview of how this skill works, and why you should use it in your builds....
Quick Links The First Berserker: Khazanembraces its soulslike roots, offering challenging combat, deep progression systems, and a structure reminiscent ofNioh. It features multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different choices and paths. Collectibles play a significant role in enhancing Khazan’s abilities or providing lore about the world and its history. Like other games in the genre, uncovering the full story requires effort, with NPC questlines expanding through bonus missions and lore items found throughout the game....
Quick Links At the beginning ofMonster Hunter Wilds' fourth chapter, players will undertake a quest called “New Ecosystems” that centers around a visit to the Scarlet Forest. As part of this visit, players must capture a Yian Kut-Ku, though the way that is done may not be immediately obvious. Indeed, players may be confused about how they are to go about capturing the Yian Kut-Ku inMonster Hunter Wilds, and this guide is here to alleviate that confusion....
