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Summary Although the GTX 1050 Ti has become a “classic” among older GTX graphics cards, the more robust modern entries of the RTX 50 series have certainly showcased the full graphical potential gaming could offer at the moment. At first glance, the distance between these generations means the GTX 1050 Ti might not even be capable of running more modern titles. However, fans might be surprised to learn it might only be a matter of knowing which games to run first....

Summary Multiple industry analysts have recently shared some bittersweet predictions about theSwitch 2launch, forecasting its likely release window, price, production costs, and early sales prospects, among other factors. Many of theirSwitch 2predictions are expected to be confirmed or dismissed come early spring 2025. March 16 will mark the two-month anniversary of theSwitch 2 announcement. Nintendo hasn’t said much about its upcoming console ever since, but has promised to do so shortly—as part of an April 2 Nintendo Direct entirely dedicated to the Switch successor....

WithTokyo Ghoul’s Ken Kaneki now inDead by Daylight, the door is wide open for more anime Killers to join the game’s roster.Dead by Daylighthas thrived from collaborations as much as it has original characters. In that sense, it’s little surprise that the developers would eventually reach into the realm of anime. As a result, the pool of characters who can joinDead by Daylighthas expanded dramatically. Anime has introduced fans to plenty of terrifying villains with horrific abilities....

AlongsideApex Legends' 24.1 midseason update comes major updates to the Skirmisher class and further refinements to Alter in a mini-rework, among other updates. More than a typical Legend update, but less thanreworks given to Lifelineand Revenant, Alter is seeing her kit refreshed with more utility, more playmaking options, and new upgrades. At a glance, Alter’s Void Passage tactical now has two charges, increased depth, and reduced cooldown, while her Void Nexus ultimate is now reusable with each player having their own cooldowns....

Summary Ubisoft has quietly released a day-one update forAssassin’s Creed Shadowsthat removes the ability to destroy certain objects within shrines and temples. The first update forAssassin’s Creed Shadowsalso makes a handful of other improvements and bug fixes, but its adjustment to shrine destructibility will likely be a big talking point among the community as it has already caused controversy prior to the game’s release. After multiple delays,Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis finally here....

Quick Links Assassin’s Creed Shadowstakesthe long-running franchiseto feudal Japan, letting players explore two distinct playstyles through two separate protagonists, Naoe and Yasuke. While the game still features the same old stealth and action-based gameplay, players can also encounter plenty of optional content to keep themselves busy as they explore the lush landscape. Dubbed Shadows_Projects, the game features two distinct Battle Passes that give you the chance to nab some nice rewards completely for free....

One of the dual protagonists ofAssassin’s Creed Shadows, the shinobi Naoe, was played by an actor brand new to video games. Masumi Tsunoda, who stylizes her name as MASUMI, had done film and television before taking on the role of Ubisoft’s latest assassin. She spoke to Game Rant ahead ofAssassin’s Creed Shadows’ release about the new experience of acting in a video game, her connection with Naoe, and her hopes for future game roles....

Summary While many more heavily marketed team-based hero shooters have failed to gain attention from players recently,FragPunkfrom Bad Guitar Studio has come along andfound quite a few fanswith its varied game modes and unique feel. The Shard Card system is a smart way of keeping rounds unique and ensuring that players need to think about their character and weapon choices. That system itself can be confusing for new players though, and there are a host of other mechanics that players will have to learn and get used to....

Summary Soulslike games have become very popular with players who prefer a morechallenging combat model. And when it comes to adventure games that incorporate soulslike battles, these games generally revolve around exploring immersive game worlds, often in an open world format. Soulslike combat has been incorporated into many adventure games, many of which incorporate elements from therole-playing gamegenre as well. Combat can be punishing and often requires precise timing, with the ever-present need to keep an eye on stamina....

Summary Ever since the late 90s, Bioware has stood as one of the titans of the western RPG genre, producing modern classics that will likely be remembered as some of the greatest games ever made. The crazy thing is that some of those games are actually sequels, not originals, meaning there’s a wealth of brilliant Bioware sequels to admire. This list ranked is purely based on game quality alone, and there’s a lot of that to be found....

Finding a board game that everyone will like sounds like an impossible task. Some don’t like long games, and others don’t want to deal with overly messy board games. While you can’t make everyone happy, one thing is certain – you can never go wrong with an animal-themed board game. As manylovely cat-themed video gamesshow, cats hold a ton of power in the gaming world. Board games and tabletop games are no exception....

Summary Co-op games have always been a great way to bridge the gap between players by leaning away from the high-intensive competitive gameplay and focusing more onteam-work elements and coordination. There are plenty of options for groups of various sizes. Whether it’s just a cozy night in with the family or an entire server full of eager players ready to work together, there is something for everyone in every genre....

Summary Over the entire lifetime ofLeague of Legends,the game has received consistent updatesto many of the systems, champions, and items that make the game so unique and fun. Whether it’s an entirely new champion or a tweak to an existing playstyle, Riot constantly changes how the game feels and functions, bringing in new possibilities and build options for players to experiment with. In the rune department, the Tank role has always had some fairly staple options when it comes to choices, with many of their runes remaining virtually the same for the last five years or so....