Lil Gator Game Getting 'Game-Sized' DLC

Summary The development team behindLil Gator Gamehas announced that a “game-sized DLC” titled In The Dark is on the way, continuing the whimsical and lighthearted adventures that players first experienced just over two years ago when the game was initially released. Developed by MegaWobble and produced by Playtonic Games,Lil Gator Gamehas amassed a very loyal fan base, and it looks like those fans will be rewarded soon with another big adventure....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 601 words · Dr. Colleen Hernandez

Martial Arts Fans Should Revisit Netflix's Marco Polo

Quick Links Ten years ago,Netflixpremiered an original historical fiction series, which was one of its biggest and most expensive projects at the time. Despite being touted as Netflix’sanswer toGame of Thrones, the show couldn’t get past two seasons. Today, the same series might have a few redeeming qualities that make it worthy of a revisit, especially for martial arts fans and those interested in watching a popular Oscar-winning cast member in action....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 943 words · Evan Baker

Metaphor: ReFantazio Releases New Update for January 2025

Summary Atlus has released a new patch forMetaphor: ReFantazio, adding some new menu options and fixes for all console and PC players. Released in October 2024,Metaphor: ReFantaziocontinues to report impressive sales and a long stream of accolades, becoming one of the most popular RPGs in recent memory. First announced by Atlus in 2016 under the codenameProject Re:Fantasy,Metaphor: ReFantaziosold one million copies globallyon its first day, becoming the most successful launch in the studio’s history....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 495 words · Debra Yates

Monopoly GO: Plushie Partners Rewards And Milestones

Quick Links It’s Partners event time again inMonopoly GO. Scopely has finally dropped a new event called Plushie Partners. It started on Jan 24 and will run forfive days, ending on Jan 29. So get ready to team up with your friends because this time,the Swap Packis up for grabs. Along with that, there’s a new board token, tons of dice rolls, and plenty of other awesome rewards. Check out all the details aboutMonopoly GO’sPlushie Partners event below....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 386 words · Theodore Walker

Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Test Extended

Summary Capcom has announced that it will extend the second open beta test forMonster Hunter Wildsby 24 hours on all platforms following the recent network issues faced by PlayStation users. The server problem impactedMonster Hunter Wildsplayers on the PS5 and the PS4 starting on February 8. The limited-time open beta tests forMonster Hunter Wildshave been wildly successful. Back in October 2024, the action RPG’s first open beta test drew in more than463,000 concurrent players on Steam alone, which cemented its place as one of 2024’s most popular Steam titles months before its official release date....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · Todd Gill

My Hero Academia Vigilantes Reveals New Trailer

Summary Quick Links My Hero Academia: Vigilantesis one of the most awaited anime releases of 2025. It is based on the spin-off of the same name. The anime adaptation of My Hero Academia: Vigilantes was announced at Jump Festa 2025. The spin-off is extremely popular, so fans were thrilled by the prospect of seeing their favorite series turned into an anime. Ahead of its April premiere, My Hero Academia: Vigilantes decided to turn up the hype by releasing a trailer....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Megan Williams

New Pokemon TCG Pocket Card is Surprisingly Dark

Summary A new card added toPokemon Trading Card Game Pocketfeatures some surprisingly dark artwork on the card, featuring multiple Weaviles and a Swinub. The mobile trading card game from the beloved monster-catching franchise made waves with its launch late last year, causinga whole newPokemoncard crazeamong fans. The app promises daily packs to players who download the game, with its initial packs focusing heavily on a plethora of classic creatures from the series....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 444 words · Thomas Haynes

New York Times Strands: Hints and Answers for June 17, 2025

Quick Links TheStrandspuzzle is a fun and engaging word game where you hunt for words that fit a hidden theme within a grid of letters. It’s all about spotting connections and piecing together the bigger picture, but sometimes the theme or the words can be a bit tricky to figure out. That’s where this hints and answers guide comes in handy. Whether you’re just starting out or you know therules ofStrandswell, this guide is here for you....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Renee Mendoza

Nintendo Switch 2 Patent Reveals Joy-Con Mouse Functionality

Summary A Nintendo patent published on February 6 confirms theSwitch 2Joy-Con mouse functionality and gives fans a deeper look into the hardware upgrade details for the next Nintendo controllers. Audiences got an early teaser of this possible new use for the Joy-Con in the reveal trailer for theSwitch 2, and a timely patent publication has now unveiled the technological details behind the mouse functionality of the new console’s Joy-Cons. Looking to build upon the popularity of its predecessor, theNintendo Switch 2 consolewill feature many of the same base features, such as a handheld mode, docked mode, and detachable Joy-Con controllers....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Timothy Cortez

Nintendo Switch 2's Mario Kart Shouldn't Be Afraid to Open a Pandora's Box

The Nintendo Switch 2’s launch line-up has been a hot topic of discussion among fans ever since the console was first rumored. Despite finally being officially revealed, theNintendo Switch 2’s launch dayroster is still shrouded in mystery, but at least one new game seems to have been confirmed for the upcoming Nintendo console, and that’s a newMario Kartentry. Teased rather nonchalantly towards the end of the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer, the nextMario Kartlooks to be making some intriguing changes to the series' tried and tested formula....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 668 words · Virginia Jones

Noir FPS Game Confirmed for Switch 2

Summary An online post recently confirmed that the indie shooterMouse: P.I. For Hireis set to launch on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, joining the roster of titles set to hit the highly-anticipated console in the future. The game is one of multiple games confirmed to be on the way for theSwitch 2, but with no official launch date yet, fans will have to wait to see whatMouse: P.I. for Hirehas in store when it releases later this year....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Danielle Smith

One Piece: Loki's God Of Destruction Devil Fruit, Explained

Summary Quick Links Loki is one of the most important characters inOne Piece’sElbaf arc and that’s clear to the fans already. Introduced long ago in the Whole Cake Island arc ofOne Piece, fans always wondered what kind of a character Loki would turn out to be. Now,things are quite clear as Elbafseems to have given him an incredibly massive role, attaching special importance to him as someone capable of destroying the world....

July 8, 2025 · 6 min · 1168 words · Destiny Davis

Open-World Games With The Scariest Encounters

Summary Open-world games do everything in their power to immerse players. The beautiful vistas, memorable characters, engrossing stories, and compelling gameplay work hand-in-hand to turn an open-world game into an experience that gamers will remember long after the credits have rolled. Some of the best open-world games that gamers can check out are full of scary encounters that will force them to do everything in their power to survive. These encounters are either scary because of the terror inspired by certain enemies or the impending sense of doom players will feel when they realize that death is mere moments away and that their progress is going to be wiped out considerably....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 857 words · Michael Johnston