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Summary Final Fantasyis a lauded JRPG series most people are already familiar with. The franchise made huge waves in Japan beforeFinal Fantasy 7attained immense international fame courtesy of a huge marketing campaign that paid off. It turned into SquareSoft’s most popular IP in no time, churning out hit after hit. However, after the colossal failure ofFinal Fantasy: The Spirits Within, a merger with Enix followed to recoup losses that marked a permanent shift inFinal Fantasy’s approach....

Summary The final season ofStranger Thingsis one of the most highly anticipated shows of 2025, with the Netflix blockbuster coming to its conclusion later this year. There has been no shortage of speculation about what will happen next inStranger Thingsregarding the characters involved, and as filming has wrapped up, details are starting to emerge about the show. While there has recently been much focus onwhether Netflix will split season fiveas it did for the previous season, new information has revealed how long those episodes will last....

Bad Guitar’sFragPunkturned more than a few heads last year, promising to inject new life into the wildly oversaturated hero shooter landscape. WhileFragPunkhas a tough job ahead of itself, the team behind the title is confident in its ability to compete. FragPunkhas its work cut out when it comes to thehero shooter genre, with 2024 seeing many titles vy forOverwatch 2’s crown.Marvel Rivalshas thus far been a big success, whileConcordonly lasted about two weeks....

Summary Upcoming action-RPGGame of Thrones: Kingsroadbeing a mobile release is a big missed opportunity.Game of Thrones: Kingsroadgot a big spotlight at The Game Awards 2024 with a jaw-dropping trailer that confirmed the participation of the HBO adaptation’s cast. The trailer left fans buzzing, with many thinking that they were finally going to get a big budgetGame of Thronesvideo game on consoles. The initial excitement for theGame of Thrones: KingsroadGame Awards trailerdissipated quickly when it became apparent that it was a mobile game, skipping PS5 and Xbox in favor of Android and iOS devices....

Ghost of Yoteiis sitting on the horizon, as the anticipated successor toGhost of Tsushimais one of the many titles set to make 2025 a busy year for gaming. The finer details ofGhost of Yoteiand its story remain secretive at the moment, but developer Sucker Punch is bound to share more news this year. With a brand-new protagonist and a time jump 300 years ahead ofGhost of Tsushima,Ghost of Yoteipromises major changes for the series....

WhileHelldivers 2has no regular story mode, it does have a progressive narrative that Arrowhead Game Studios continually updates.The arrival of the Illuminateis the game’s recent way of showing that, as the faction’s actions since its return seem to indicate many interesting things to come. But as entertaining and exciting as that may be, one has to wonder about a previous plot device that was also meant to have huge implications forHelldivers 2but has yet to amount to anything....

There are numerous strong female characters inDandadan, each withunique stories and hardshipsthat have given them the strength to overcome obstacles. At the start of the series, Momo is tactful and eccentric like no other, making her a lovable character who should not be wronged. Dandadan’sfemale characters are strong women who rely on their own abilities to handle the challenges thrown their way. While they work exceptionally well in teams, their confidence is unmatched as they grow as characters....

Summary Side quests aren’t always the most fun or rewarding thing to do in video games, especially when it comes to the open-world genre. The larger a game’s world is, the more frequently its optional content is stripped of its potential quality, simply due to the unspoken demand that the quantity of a world’s content match its size. However, someopen-world gamesmanage to succeed and then some with their optional content, with games likeThe Witcher 3: Wild Huntbeing some of the most notable among those....

Summary Troy Baker’s performance inIndiana Jones and the Great Circlewas applauded at the 14th Annual New York Game Awards on January 21, earning the actor the Best Acting in a Game award.Indiana Jones and the Great Circlewas released in December 2024, too late to snag any accolades at The Game Awards 2024. Developed by the ZeniMax Media-owned Swedish studio MachineGames,Indiana Jones and the Great Circlehas been praisedby players for its story, puzzles, and gameplay, with the title currently recommended by 95 percent of critics onOpenCritic....

Quick Links Summary James Gunn, has unveiled an ambitious vision for the DC Universe outside of the strict storytelling of theDCU, which includes a dedicated branch of films and TV shows labeled “Elseworlds.” This move will allow DC to tell stories that exist outside the primary continuity of its sharedDCU, giving creators the freedom to explore alternate takes on beloved characters. While this plan has been warmly received by comic book aficionados and hardcore DC fans, it may present significant challenges for general audiences, who could find the concept both confusing and alienating....

Summary Quick Links 2025 is shaping up to be awonderful year for anime fans, as Japan and China have officially announced a series of 10 agreements that the two will be collaborating on multiple projects, one of which is anime! During the Japan-China High Level People-to-People and Cultural Exchange Dialogue on 12 May 2025, the Financial Bureau made it public they had decided to conclude this. Both governments have also demonstrated a great interest in developing co-produced content across many different areas of cultural sectors,with animation being a major priority....

A smart TV with a large screen and built-in streaming option is arguably the most common entertainment upgrade these days. For those in search of one,Amazonhas an excellent offer on the50-inch 4-Series Fire TV, originally priced at $449.99. This capable, compact 4K TV is now available for a fantastic $299.99 price, reflecting a 33% discount on the original price and saving buyers a whopping $150. However, there is one simple catch: the deal expires in an hour, so one needs to act now to secure it....

Summary Lazarus is an upcoming anime series not as mean directed by Shinichiro Watanabe (the director ofCowboy Bebop). The anime was announced in 2023, but the updates have been very limited. In 2024, it was confirmed the anime would be released next year. After a long wait,Lazarus' release date has been revealed.The anime will be released in April 2025. Along with the release window, the episode count is confirmed to be 13....