Soulslikegames have been on the rise for quite some time now, and 2025 is shaping up to be one of the genre’s biggest years yet. Between ongoing franchises and newcomers alike, there is no shortage of major releases to look out for. If even half of these titles live up to their promise,fans of the Soulslike genrewill be well-fed indeed. Many of the upcoming games are not attached to any existing franchise, and carry with them plenty of other reasons to be excited....

Summary Wreckfest 2, an upcoming racing game published byTHQ Nordic, is set to roll out in early access on May 22, 2025. The long-awaited title is the sequel to 2018’sWreckfestand was first revealed at aTHQ Nordicshowcase stream in August 2024. After the trailblazing success ofWreckfest, developer Bugbear Entertainment is gearing up to follow the original with a fitting second game titledWreckfest 2, which is scheduled to land on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S....

Summary Roman Reigns has been revealed asWWE 2K25’s cover star. Superstars who grace the cover of the WWE 2K games are often the center of attention in regard to the Showcase mode. WithWWE 2K25’s unveiling, it’s safe to say that the Tribal Chief will have a big role to play in this year’s entry. Reigns has been a huge focal point of WWE programming, and it feels fitting to have him be at the forefront....

Summary Call of Duty: Black Ops 6is currently 30% off across multiple platforms. The recently launched sale bringsBlack Ops 6to its lowest-ever price, but only until early to mid-February 2025, depending on the storefront. Activision released the latest installment in its megapopular series on October 25. Despite launching just two months before the end of the year,Black Ops 6ended up becoming the best-selling game of 2024in the U.S. and multiple other major markets....

TheStar Warsseries is a cross-promotional dream for many video game franchises. Given the IP’s seemingly unstoppable, evergreen popularity, addingStar Warscontent to a video game feels like a perfect way to create hype around it. This was seen recently inDestiny 2, which is set to add some new armor and cosmetics based on the iconic franchise. Without question,Star Warscontent in gaming is always in demand, whether it bethrough uniqueStar Warsgamesor collaborative content in outside games....

Summary Since Spider-Man was brought into the Marvel Cinematic Universe, people have wanted to see Venom appear.Avengers: Doomsdayis being pinpointed as a possible moment for the iconic Marvel character to move into the MCU, which would bring an element of chaos into the movie.Avengers: Doomsdayis set to feature plenty of multiverse action, which has people talking about its possibility. Venom has traditionally been one of Spider-Man’s greatest villains, but Hardy managed to add more layers to the character through his trilogy of movies....

Summary Castlevania NocturneSeason 2 has reached new heights, redoubling the stakes and making the characters progress even furtherdown the path of becoming legendaryVampire Hunters. But, if fans have already burned through all the episodes of the series, then their thirst for blood can only be quenched in one way: finding more to watch. This list spotlights several animated series similar toCastlevania Nocturne, which fans might enjoy if they loved the bloody battles and impressive worldbuilding of the series....

Summary Gaming has become a titan of the entertainment industry over the past few decades and has been through several lifecycles. Many video games that are household names today have had a plethora of classic titles in their franchises, or have simply lasted so long that they’re still kicking today. There are plenty of classic games that modern fans might not have gotten around to playing — or were missed by some gamers at the time....

Role-playing gamesare a blast to play through, letting players interact with a wealth of complex systems to make a playthrough as rewarding as possible. TheseRPGscan be in the form of tactical combat, fleshed-out worlds, or complex personality systems that change the way the player and other characters operate in the game world. A worthwhile personality system can be hard to integrate into a video game since adding meaningful consequences for this system is easier said than done....

Summary Nothing gets the blood pumping quite likegreat survival games. From thrilling chases to frantic looting, there’s a lot to enjoy in these games, where players are pitted as much against the perils of nature as they are against monsters. Mother Nature is as cruel as any creature. Don’t worry; there are plenty of monsters for players to contend with as well! When the sun sets, terror descends in many a survival game....

Quick Links Whim Fragrances inInfinity Nikkiis a useful feature for players who struggle with combat or simply wish to annihilate enemies faster. The fragrances come with various buffs, such as increasing casting speed for purification orb or boosting the range of hits. Among the available perfumes is theBreath of Wilderness fragrance inInfinity Nikki, which can be crafted after obtaining the Grace of Leaves material in the Firework Isles. Unlike most Whim Fragrances, this one doesn’t require Whimstars to unlock, making it easier to get....

Summary Marvel Cinematic Universe fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Disney Plus seriesDaredevil: Born Again, which will be released on Jun 30, 2025. The recent trailer has given audiences a glimpse of what they can expect from the hard-hitting show, which has only increased that excitement. However, one thing people know they will be getting is Charlie Cox in the lead role as he continues to portray the character inDaredevil: Born Again....

Summary The latest in-game event forDestiny 2aims to give players plenty of major rewards for playing the game, including exotics, adept weapons, artifice armor, and plenty more. With Episode Revenant approaching its end, Bungie still has a few surprises left forDestiny 2players, offering powerful rewards for those who complete a few quests. It’s no secret that Destiny 2 has been going through some difficult times recently, as Episode Revenant has experienced numerous bugs impacting both seasonal content as well as gameplay....