Summary Nintendois known for having some of the purest, most big-hearted characters in all of gaming. They’ve set the gold standard for heroics, with protagonists willing to throw themselves into all sorts of danger to save the world or even just one innocent person. Most of these heroes simply do the right thing simply because that’s what they do. They’re the heroes, after all. However, not all of them have tosacrificemuch to fulfill that role....
DespiteBattlefield 2042only being released late last year, the game is already in serious trouble. Its woes and problems are extensive and have been well documented by critics and players alike. As a live service game, one which was supposed to have a shelf life that could rival other live servicefirst-person shooters likeCall of Duty: WarzoneandApex Legends, it has fallen far from the mark, represented clearly with its ever-declining place on the steam game charts....
Quick Links In the super relaxing game calledPlacid Plastic Duck Simulator, players will be able to collect a bunch of different kinds of plastic floating ducks. Depending on which DLC players have and what time of year it is, players will be able to collect between 47 and 111 different-looking ducks. To get all of these collectible little friends, players will have to leave thisweird little simulation gameon in the background for a long time....
Pokemon GOfeatures Shadow Zapdos, one of the three Legendary Birds, as a Shadow raid boss. The Electric andFlying-type monster’s powersget boosted as a Shadow raid boss, making it a formidable opponent to beat. Although challenging, a team of trainers can take on the legendary monster with a proper strategy and counters. Shadow Zapdos is a dual Electric and Flying-type legendaryPokemon GOmonster, capable of overwhelming solo trainers. With boosted offensive power, this Shadow Pokemon has an impressive stat spread, making it desirable for competitive play....
During a recent online Tera raid, aPokemon Scarlet and Violetplayer encounter another’s Iron Hands, which they had aptly nicknamed Will Smith. As many no doubt know, Iron Hands is a staple in Tera Raids. It may not be as effective asSlowbro against Cinderaceor Azumarill at large, but it’s definitely up there and is a popular Pokemon. The Paradox form of Hariyama, Iron Hands adopts the Electric subtype in addition to its Fighting-type....
Pokemon SwordandPokemon Shieldare the newestPokemongames, out now for the Nintendo Switch console. This duo of games deviate some from previous entries in some significant ways, likechanging how legendary Pokemon are caught. Another big change from other titles is the amount of new Pokemon in this game. There are about 80 new faces in the lineup up possible Pokemon to catch. So while there might be a shortage of familiar faces, there are plenty of new ones to get old trainers dusting off their Pokeballs....
Summary Blind Man Cassidy is one of the most cryptic figures inRed Dead Redemption 2, thanks in large part to his chilling prophecies. As a random character, the player can go an entire playthrough without seeing him once, and even if they meet him, they don’t need to hear his words to progress. However, what makes him stand out as one of the strangest figures inRed Dead Redemption 2is the fact that his prophecies aren’t just random nonsense....
For many games, longevity is commonly a bumper sticker claim from developers, but rarely do they experience the type of relevancy that Bethesda’sThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimhas seen over the past decade. With the ten year anniversary ofSkyrimcoming up in 2021, it’s important to look back and understand what made the game so successful. Beyond having great gameplay and story,Skyrimis a perfect example of how community is just as important to a game’s lifespan....
Sony has confirmed the release window forMarvel’s Spider-Man 2in a recently released blog post highlighting some games coming to PlayStation in 2023. Insomniac has been silent about the next sequel to theSpider-Manvideo game franchise and conjecture has been most of the conversation surroundingMarvel’s Spider-Man 2all year. Now an official report from Sony confirms when fans can expect the game. Sony has had a big year with its 1st party-exclusive releases. After finally getting games likeHorizon: Forbidden WestandGod of War: Ragnarokfinally out of the door, it’s safe to say that Sony has now mostly emptied its arsenal of previously-announced PS5 titles....
Summary Travis Scott’s movie calledCircus Maximusreleases this weekend. However, there seems to be some confusion around who is producing it, as A24 is plastered on the poster despite the studio not claiming this movie. Scott, who had dealt with PlayStation and Fortnite, instigated a riot at the Astroworld concert in 2021, which killed ten people, including a 9-year-old, and injured thousands. The once popularScott avatar was removed fromFortnite, and in the wake of this senseless tragedy, the music artist sent prayers to the families in a public statement but has since moved on to release his new album titledUtopia, his movieCircus Maximus, and will host a concert for the first time since the events of Astroworld....
Summary Valve is advisingSteam Deckowners not to intentionally inhale the device’s exhaust fumes in the wake of a bizarre meme popping up on social media. The Steam Deck was launched in February 2022 as a competitor to portable gaming systems like the Nintendo Switch, with its main appeal being the ability for players to take an entire Steam library of PC games with them on the go. Earlier this year, Valve announced an upgraded modelin the form of the Steam Deck OLED, which features a larger video screen, enhanced storage options, and improved battery life....
The massive popularity ofHogwarts Legacymay not come as a surprise, as the recently released title provides one of the most comprehensive and detailed portrayals of theHarry Potteruniverse that fans have ever seen. While a title such as this would have already captured the attention of many, it must be said that the accompanying controversy around the franchise’s creator andHogwarts Legacy’s themes has also raised the profile of the project. In spite of this controversy, or perhaps because of it, the game sold massively within its first two weeks....
The wait for moreLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdominformation has begun. The game only has three trailers so far, and fans hardly know anything.Breath of the Wild’s Hyrule seems largely intact judging by footage comparisons, but there are plenty of new elements dotting the landscape as developments take place above and below Hyrule’s surface.The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomshould get plenty more coverage in the next six months, but until then, fans are left guessing what this new open-worldZeldawill entail....
