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Assassin’s Creedgames are known for their top-of-the-line stealth-based gameplay and rich, historical narratives that truly center players in the game’s time period. The upcomingAssassin’s Creed Shadowsis no exception, transporting players to Japan’s conflict-ridden Azuchi-Momoyama period as they follow the dual journeys of samurai Yasuke and shinobi Naoe.Assassin’s Creed Shadowsutilizes its Japanese setting to tell a story of honor, political conflict, family legacy, and the juxtaposition between samurai standing on the front lines of battle and shinobi working from the shadows....

Summary Assassin’s Creedplayers who found themselves unable to use the games following a Windows update will be pleased to know that a fix has been issued. A pair of patches have been released for twoAssassin’s Creedgames to fix the problem, but there may be some Ubisoft games with lingering problems. Windows regularly receives updates, and 24H2 for Windows 11 introduced a number of new and improved functions, like Wi-Fi 7 support, improved energy saving modes, and AICopilot+ PC features....

Summary When A24 has a newhorrormovie coming out, I’m interested right away. Some of the best releases from the production company includethe shocking Ari Aster filmHereditary, the creepy and atmosphericThe Witch, and the memorableMidsommar.Recently, the company releasedY2K, Kyle Mooney’s millennium story that blends horror and comedy. I love all these movies but am particularly excited aboutOpus,the upcoming A24 horror movie starring Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich. The cast also includes Murray Bartlett, Juliette Lewis, Tony Hale, and Amber Midthunder....

Summary There arecelebrities who love watching anime, celebrities who have been portrayed in anime (or at least name-checked), but how about characters who are themselves celebrities in their own universe? As anime typically follows characters from different walks of life, there have been a number of shows that have tried to capture the essence of showbiz and the things it entails. In all this, there have also been celebrity characters who have endeared themselves to fans over time with their personality and deserve a mention....

Summary “It’s dangerous to go alone, take this!”, “Hey, Listen!”;The Legend of Zeldafranchise is so undeniably influential and iconic that it is filled to the brim with memorable lines that gamers always quote, even to this day. But there’s a specific type of line that is arguably more important than any other: the final line said at the very end of each game. Legend of Zeldatitles almost always have exciting and emotional plots that are famous for theirincredible ending cutscenes, so it’s important for their characters to close off the experience with one final sentence that will remain in gamers’ minds forever....

Quick Links Simon Says is a classic game played by kids for generations, and it also features in one of the most iconicCOD Zombieseaster eggs of all time with theBlack Opsmap, Moon. It seems the fun game has returned inBlack Ops 6, where players can head into the Zombies map of The Tomb to play a quick round of Simon Says. The reward may seem minor, but considering Brain Rot is an Ammo Modperfect for dealing with Shock Mimics, and that this is something that can easily be obtained before Round 8 (when Shock Mimics spawn), this is something worth grabbing to save some Salvage and enjoy a quick brainteaser....

Summary Treyarch has revealed theCall of Duty: Black Ops 6Season 2 patch notes before the new update launches on Tuesday, January 28. The update is one of the biggest yet forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6with new maps, weapons, multiplayer modes, and so much more for the start of Season 2. TheBlack Ops 6Season 2 trailerconfirmed that the new Bounty, Dealership, and Lifeline multiplayer maps will be available as soon as the update is made available to all players....

Summary Quick Links As the Control Devil, Makima wanted to accomplish several feats, whether it was inspired by the Chainsaw Devil or her own. While Pochita admits that the way Makima sought out her goals were wrong, all Makima wanted was to create a relationship based on equal ground. But, since she was the Control Devil, someone would always be afraid of her. In contrast, Nayuta, the reincarnation of the Control Devil, has achieved all of Makima’s desires and more....

Phantom Brave: The Lost Herostars Marona, a Chroma, whose ability to see Phantoms and Confine them to objects is a major part of each encounter. Except for Marona herself, all the Units you can use in battle are Phantoms, who must first be Confined to give them a physical form in battle. As a result, knowing how Confine works is essential to your success in combat. The object a Phantom is Confined to inPhantom Brave: The Lost Herowill influence their stats in various ways, making it important for players to consider the items available to them in each combat....

Summary Due to the ever-increasing popularity of the franchise, MonolithSoft and Nintendo have been hard at work making sure every entry in theXenoblade Chroniclesseries is playable on modern hardware. It started with the stellar remaster of the first game, and back in October 2024, the impossible became a reality when Nintendo announcedXenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, launching for the Switch on July 06, 2025. As the release date inches closer, Nintendo has continued to reveal changes being made to the core game, and much like the remaster of the firstXenoblade Chroniclesgame, the Wii U entry seems poised to get similar treatment....

Summary Quick Links Akira Toriyama’s legacy can be felt far beyond the worlds of anime and manga. Hollywood blockbusters, comics, webtoons; odds are that whatever popular story you are enjoying right now owes something to Akira Toriyama’s body of work. After his passing in 2024, even more discussion was focused on the extent of Toriyama’s contributions to the art world. One of the more contentious points of discussion was if Toriyama was responsible for the popularization and even creation of “chibi”....

Summary WhileDisco Elysiumis explicitly a detective game that tasks the player with solving a complicated murder with many facts and technical problems to consider, choosing the intellectual thinker build is not necessarily the optimal approach. In truth, there is no optimal approach, as every build type and skill has something to offer, whether it be skill check success or story experiences players would otherwise miss without them. That said, players who see the appeal in a cerebral, Sherlock Holmes-type investigator will have a good time with this archetype, which allows the cop to produce facts, resolve logical puzzles, and understand art....

Summary According to a leaked article, Bethesda’s upcoming first-person shooterDoom: The Dark Agesis seemingly set to be released on June 16, 2025.Doom: The Dark Ageswas only announced in June 2024, but the latest entry into id Software’s long-running FPS franchise is already one of Microsoft’s most anticipated games in 2025. To this end, Microsoft will showcaseDoom: The Dark Agesin the next Developer Directon May 14, 2025. Fans are expected to learn more about the game’s medieval setting, the origins of the Doom Slayer character, and the weapons gamers can use throughout the campaign....