Summary The upcomingindieroguelike dungeon-crawlerRogue Loopsappears to be taking heavy inspiration from the likes ofHadesin its art style and gameplay loop, but adds a unique twist to the usual formula the genre is known for. The game is scheduled to release sometime this year, with no official release date as of yet, but fans can get a taste ofRogue Loopsnow with a free demo currently available on Steam. The roguelike genre has seen massive popularity in recent years, with more and more developers churning out their own renditions as either full games or mechanics built onto bigger titles....

Poppy Playtime Chapter 4expands the lore of the seriesin a meaningful way. There’s no doubt that it provides a decent gameplay experience, but the brilliance of the series shines when it comes to the world building it does through the main story and collectible items. The VHS tapes found across the map are good for getting a handle on the different characters that come up in the series, but the notes give a much more detailed account of what is happening in this underground facility....

Summary X-Men ‘97has been a hit with fans, earning widespread praise for its nostalgic charm and engaging storytelling. However, not every episode landed equally well. One installment, in particular, emerged as a weak link, leaving many viewers disappointed and sparking a few concerns about the season’s consistency. X-Men ‘97was met with glowing reviews and largely won over fans, but not every episode hit the mark. One particularepisode from Season 1, Episode 4, drew criticism and is now at the center of controversy....

While the years following the original run of titles released by Team Silent are not often considered a prosperous time for the franchise,Silent Hill: Shattered Memorieshas managed to be remembered as a release which went against the reputation of lackluster rehashes. It may not have achieved the same degree of recognition that the first four games in the series have largely maintained, but its focus on innovation which challenged genre tropes has seenSilent Hill: Shattered Memoriesearn the status of an underrated gem in recent years....

Firecracker Jewelweed is an essential material for ascending characters from the Rinascita region, such as Roccia inWuthering Waves. Fortunately, like other ascension plants from this area, locating them is quite straightforward thanks to the collection spots function. The plants are conveniently grouped into clusters, with the locations being close to one another. These plants are easy to spot due to their large pink blossoms, which stand out vividly in darker surroundings, creating a strong contrast....

Quick Links InHello Kitty Island Adventure, you’ll need to run back and forth between islands to complete requests and speak with visitors outside your starting island, Seaside Resort. You’ll likely unlockIsland Adventure’s fast-travel method first, but another way you can move from island to island is with ziplines. Naturally, the ziplines won’t be readily available for you, and there are a few prerequisites before they can be used. “A Zipline Adventure” is the story quest you need to complete in order to use ziplines....

Summary The Angry Video Game Nerd, a popular web-based gaming influencer who specializes in showing frustration over excessively difficult or poorly designed old-school games, is getting his own video game on a real cartridge that will work on classic NES systems. TheYouTube-based game reviewer has announcedThe Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit, which is also planned for release on modern consoles and PC. Now Rolfe is reaching out in a new direction with the announcement of his first physical video game, which is being developed by Mega Cat Studios and published by Retroware....

Summary Quick Links The Apothecary Diaries Season 2is now airing in Japan and streaming services around the world, includingCrunchyroll(for many countries around the world). The opening sequence for this new season, released a few hours before the premiere of the first episode, features"Hyakka Ryoran"by Lilas Ikuta. In only three days, it had been viewedover a million timeson YouTube. Well, given Ikuta is also part of YOASOBI, it would be no surprise if this song turned to be a huge hit....

Following significant updates to the game’s finer systems since its launch,Baldur’s Gate 3is still set to receive one of its most substantial patches yet. By bringing a new subclass to each of the base class options in the title, the upcoming Patch 8 will redefine the experience of each one through nuanced additions rooted in theDungeons and Dragonssource material. When it comes to the new take on the Sorcerer especially, the typical benefits of multiclassing might become even more prevalent than they’ve always been inBaldur’s Gate 3....

The Emperor inBaldur’s Gate 3stands out as one of the most intriguing villains in recent RPGs. Far from a traditional caricature of evil,the Emperor operates in a moral grey zone, driven by self-preservation and a hunger for power. Throughout the game, he manipulates allies, betrays trust, and strategically plots his survival—all while presenting moments of calculated cooperation that make him an ambiguous and complex character. However, the Emperor’s arc inBaldur’s Gate 3leaves room for improvement in future installments....

Summary Founded in 2011,Lercheis an anime studio known for its adaptability, storytelling, and animation. They are the beauty behind a ton of anime ranging from psychological thrillers to romances to slice-of-life comedies to fantasy adventures, and so on. Lerche is notably great at capturing the spirit of a story, bringing characters and worlds to life withtheir unique visual style and attention to detailwhen animating manga, games, novels, or original works....

Arthouse cinema thrives on breaking conventions — crafting experiences that prioritize subversion andexperimentation, evoking emotions viewers never anticipated. Fortunately for gamers, this avant-garde spirit occasionally spills over into the video game landscape. Yes, ranking arthouse video games is a fool’s errand — like trying to rank shapes, or the weird colors people see when they rub their eyes. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a worthwhile exercise. To quote David Cronenberg: “Everybody’s a mad scientist, and life is their lab....

Summary Since his first appearance in 1939,Batman has always been a dark and grittier superhero, especially compared to the likes of Superman. Since most of his stories take place in the dark and gothic Gotham City, it should be no surprise that Batman has had some great horror stories over the years. With characters like the Joker, Professor Pyg, Scarecrow, Ra’s al Ghul, and a whole list of other psychopaths, murderers, and monsters, Batman writers have all they need to create truly thrilling, nail-biting, horror stories....