Solo Leveling: Why Jin-Woo Released Byung-Gu's Shadow on Jeju Island, Explained

Summary Quick Links Solo Leveling’s Sung Jin-Woo is widely known for his shadow extraction skill, which allows him to raise an army of shadows. He often uses it on his fallen enemies, but during the Jeju Island raid, he uses the skill on Min Byung-Gu, the S-rank healer who died fighting against the Ant King. In an unexpected turn, Jin-Woo releases Byung-Gu’s shadow—a first on his record. Before Jin-Woo extracts Byung-Gu’s shadow, the healer fights bravelyagainst the Ant Queen, her guards, and, of course, the Ant King....

July 30, 2025 · 4 min · 819 words · Laura Hernandez

Spectre Divide is Already Shutting Down

Summary The developer ofSpectre Divide, Mountaintop Studios, has announced its decision to close its doors and end support for the live-service game following the unsatisfactory performance of the title’s first season. This news comes a mere six months after the US-based indie studio first releasedSpectre Divide, its debut title, in September 2024. Back in 2020, a group of veterans with experience creatinggames at Naughty Dog, Respawn, Epic Games, and more came together to form Mountaintop Studios....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Jonathan Stewart

Split Fiction is Getting a Movie

Summary The recently launched co-op action-adventure titleSplit Fictionfrom Hazelight Studios has already been off to a massively successful start, and the major milestones continue to pile up, as the early preparations for a full film adaptation of the game are now in the works.Split Fictionhas received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and audiences, and the sci-fi fantasy adventure is looking to quickly make its way to the silver screen. Released on March 6,Split Fictionsees players taking on the co-op roles of Mio and Zoe, two writers who have been thrown into a surreal simulation of their wildest stories....

July 30, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Phillip Miller

Stardew Valley Player Encounters Secret at Perfect Time

Summary AStardew Valleyplayer is sharing that they discovered a pot of gold in the game at a perfect time. The find has surprised some players who didn’t know that it existed inStardew Valley, while others are amused by the synchronicity. Stardew Valleyhas a good number of secretshidden away in it, with some having special limited triggers for appearing. Some of these secrets go unnoticed by players for a long time, and developer ConcernedApe tends to add more whenever a major content patch is released forStardew Valley....

July 30, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Scott Perez

Strongest Fire Magic Users In Solo Leveling

Summary Solo Levelingfeatures hunters, magic beasts, and other ancient monsters of different backgrounds and abilities who are gifted with unique powers to fight against their adversaries. Among the most visually stunning and intimidating powers in the series is fire magic, which is wielded by exceptionally skilled characters. From hunters to Monarchs, anyone who is gifted with this ability possesses a destructive power that can overwhelm any adversary that crosses their path....

July 30, 2025 · 5 min · 891 words · Kelly Schmidt

Take Mobile Gaming to the Next Level with These Awesome Accessories

Althoughconsole gamingremains one of the best ways to enjoy various titles across different genres, mobile gaming is still popular among many players. A major advantage of gaming on smartphones or tablets is the fact that it can be done anywhere, especially on the go. The same can’t be said for console orPC gaming. Whether a player prefersCall of Duty Mobileor wants to stream a PC game, a smartphone with a decent processor can allow that....

July 30, 2025 · 6 min · 1161 words · Melissa Williams

The Argument for a Red Dead Online Enhanced After GTA Online

There were massive expectations that surroundedRed Dead Onlinearound the time ofRDR2’s launch in 2018, with many expecting Rockstar to repeat the same success that was found with the massively popularGrand Theft Auto Online. Despite the great reception ofRed Dead Redemption 2and the high potential behind the title’s multiplayer experiences, the life cycle ofRed Dead Onlinewas very short-lived, leaving a stain on the otherwise stellar reputation ofRDR2itself. The future prospects forRed Dead Onlineappear to be quite slim, being a far cry from the continued support and popularity of itsGrand Theft Autocounterpart, which recently received a high-profile enhanced version for PC players....

July 30, 2025 · 3 min · 556 words · Marisa Hicks

The Best Games To Play For Women’s History Month

Summary Women have always played a key role in gaming—whether as developers, writers, or protagonists breaking new ground. From early gaming icons to modern indie breakthroughs, their influence continues to shape the industry in powerful ways.Women’s History Monthis the perfect time to highlight games that celebrate their contributions, whether through strong female leads, innovative storytelling, or representation that pushes gaming forward. Some titles feature women surviving against all odds, while others challenge stereotypes or provide authentic LGBTQ+ representation....

July 30, 2025 · 5 min · 950 words · Christopher Miller

The Boys Season 5: Not Every Hero Should Get A Happy Ending

Quick Links Summary Fans ofThe Boyshave become well-acquainted with its twisted take on superheroes, its frequently shocking plot lines, and its unrelenting brutality. From its earliest moments, this show has built a reputation for shattering expectations, sparing no one in its pursuit of extreme stakes and a satirical view of heroism.The Boyshas never been shy about depicting how flawed its superpowered characters can be, and its dedicated band of anti-heroes has suffered betrayal, heartbreak, and hardship in nearly every corner of their dangerous mission....

July 30, 2025 · 4 min · 818 words · Martha Mcknight

The Hardest Games In Alice In Borderland

Summary Alice in Borderlandthrusts unsuspecting civilians into a series of challenging games and tasks that must be cleared successfully in order to survive. The unknown forces and sources acting upon the Borderlandsassign each game with a specific cardthat denotes its difficulty and type, ranging from brutal physical acts to brain-melting psychological games. Arisu, Usagi, and the others had to work together to clear each game in succession, extending their visas and reaching increasingly difficult games as time went on....

July 30, 2025 · 5 min · 1053 words · Tammy Blankenship

The Legend Of Zelda: Best Legends & Myths In Hyrule Lore

Summary The Legend Of Zeldahardly needs an introduction. What began as a flagship title to show off the Famicom Disk System has turned into a video gaming institution — a gold standard for fluid, satisfying gameplay and a masterclass of iterating on a series of foundations. Not only that, it is also a pop culture phenomenon, with a soundtrack as memorable as any tentpole Hollywood franchise and characters that have become iconic in their own right, dominating memes and cosplay....

July 30, 2025 · 8 min · 1605 words · Bob Garcia

The Walking Dead Character Was Supposed To Die Early On

Quick Links Summary There are few characters that were part of the many, many seasons ofThe Walking Deadwho were as recognizable and beloved than Rick Grimes. That of course, was by design. While people came and went throughout the series, there were some characters who had some very interesting pieces of plot armor they wore around themselves at all times. Rick Grimes had that same kind of plot armor in the originalThe Walking Deadcomic books....

July 30, 2025 · 4 min · 835 words · Aaron Archer

Tiana Actor Addresses Princess and The Frog Series Cancelation

Summary Disney+has axed itsPrincess and the Frogtelevision series after years of hard work and development. Tiana’s voice actor has now spoken out in the wake of her fans' hopping-mad reaction. ThePrincess and the Frogwas released way back in 2009. The film was one ofWalt Disney Animation Studios' final efforts to reinject life backinto the 2D animation scene.Whilst the movie was received well critically, garnering three Oscar nominations, it had a middling return at the box office, earning $271 million off of a budget of $105 million....

July 30, 2025 · 3 min · 470 words · Linda Sharp