Summary AlthoughDisco Elysiumhas a reputation for being one of the most brilliantly written and thoughtfully designed video games in recent memory, unique for its focus on interpersonal interaction over the traditional combat-oriented gameplay loop, it is entirely possible to play it from start to finish as a knuckle-dragging, muscle-brained strongman. Although there is no dedicated combat system or regular combat encounters inDisco, there are advantages to running a physical build, whether using the premade build or a variation on it....

Doom: The Dark Ageshas drawn a lot of attention ever since its reveal in June 2024, with many fans immediately getting on board with the prospect of a grittier entry to the rebooted franchise based largely around Medieval themes and combat. The excitement around this project has only grown thanks to the recent Xbox Developer Direct event, withThe Dark Agesgetting a long time in the spotlight with a lot of pertinent details being revealed....

Summary Quick Links Cell, the perfect Bio-Android designed by Dr. Gero from the future, terrorized the Z Fighters in the mainDragon Ball Ztimeline, but what happened toCell’s alternate timeline? Also known as History 3, this dystopian future isn’t as commonly discussed as Future Trunks' timeline, known as History 2, but is still an important part ofDragon Balllore. These timelines or “histories” arenamed/numbered in the Daizenshuu guidebooks, which is where a lot of the information presented here will be based on....

Summary An alleged ex-DICE developer has stated on social media thatBattlefieldis entering a new era that follows a different “philosophy,” so fans should “temper their expectations.” WhileBattlefieldfans eagerly await more information about the upcoming entry in the franchise, the former ex-DICE developer has important information for them. TheBattlefieldfranchiseis one of the most iconic when it comes to war-themed games. The series has released multiple iterations over the years, covering both iconic historical events and imagined futures....

There’s a lot of debate about which of the legendary weapon effects inFallout 76are the best for all-around use. It ultimately comes down to personal preference for what legendary weapon effects are best for each individual endgame activity, as it can vary from weapon to weapon and enemy to enemy. Consequently, many players prefer to use custom-made legendary weapons that suit their individual build, instead of using some of the unique weapons inFallout 76that come with predetermined and unchangeable legendary weapon effects....

Banana Fish is a brand-new secret fish in Roblox’sFischthat players won’t want to miss. It’s the rarest (and hardest to catch)among the three secret-rarity fishintroduced in the mini update. While it doesn’t offer as many experience points compared to the others, it can be sold for a hefty amount of in-game cash. Catching the Banana Fish is an impressive achievement, as even the pros find it challenging to reel in. With that in mind, you can grab this special fish by taking the right steps and working smart....

Quick Links Whether it’s in Solo or Squads, everyFortniteplayer could use an extra gun to help them in the conquest to claim a Victory Royale. SinceFortniteis a rather difficult Battle Royale, players might want to drop from the Battle Bus and hire an extra hand so that they have the support and firepower that they need in order toclaim victory once more. With Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 1, there are 4 hireable NPCs found on the map, and these Specialists will all have their own asking price, weaponry, and special function, so players will need to know where they can be found and what they actually do so that they have the best AI-teammate possible....

Summary A new chart fromGenshin Impactis detailing the full range of Primogems players can earn throughout the duration of the game’s upcoming Version 5.4 update. Throughout recent updates, the massively popular open-world RPG from HoYoverse has given players plenty of options to spend their hard-earned Primogems with a plethora of new characters. Version 5.3 saw the introduction of two new characters with Mavuika and Citlali, alongsidea “Chronicled Wish” bannerfeaturing several five-star Liyue characters....

In the world ofPlayStationexclusives,God of WarandMarvel’s Spider-Manhave been two powerhouse franchises for the company to have on its roster. Between these two popularPlayStationproperties, the diversity of the action-adventure genre is on full display, as these series are wildly different in most aspects of their gameplay. However, their knack for strong storytelling continues the PlayStation tradition of strong single-player narratives. There is another connecting factor between this pair of franchises, though, that leavesGod of WarandMarvel’s Spider-Manin surprisingly similar situations....

Summary Horror games may seem like uncomfortable experiences for players not too keen on the genre, but anyone willing to give these games a shot will understand why fans go crazy overa great horror game. This is especially true when talking about some of the most revolutionary games in this genre. The popularity of these titles, coupled with the innovation they bring to the table, ensure that players will have a great time enjoying their stories and gameplay....

Summary Horror games are a main-stay in the gaming landscape, and many long-running franchises have spawned from the successes seen throughout the years. Many franchises take what succeeds in each game and simply improve upon it,such asThe Last of Us Part 2taking the well-crafted gameplay and storytelling style from the first game and just adding more. This tends to be received well by general audiences and has led to sequels likeThe Last of Us Part 2winning Game of the Year and other similar awards....

Summary Player agency has become increasingly popular over the last decade, as more and more gamers crave the ability to chart their own path in a video game. This design philosophy is most prevalent inrole-playing games, where players essentially get to create a character that either best represents them or the person they don’t feel like they can be in real life.Kingdom Come: Deliverancewas a shining example of this design philosophy in action, andKingdom Come: Deliverance 2takes it to the next level with choices that have a much more significant impact than those in the first game did....

Summary As most of the fandom agrees, Chapter 1138 ofOne Piecewas one of the greatest chapters in the history of the franchise. This chapter showcased one of the greatest lore drops in the series that not only finally shed some light on the Void Century, but also spoke about the time before that, referred to simply as ‘The First World’. This reveal was made earlier but Chapter 1138 fully put it into context....