Saying a game is a “Souls-like” is like saying it is a “Metroidvania” or “Roguelike.” Games likeMetroidandRogueestablished themselves for being impactful games that distinguished themselves as a subgenre. When we think every type of game has been made, a new genre or subgenre emerges. RELATED:The 10 Best Video Game Box Arts of All Time The criteria for a Souls-like is in a grey area. As a newly formed subgenre, we have yet to define the game type’s characteristics clearly....

Star Warshas plenty of support in the home decor department, with Target, Walmart, and other popular retailers often offering licensed merchandise. However, in recent years, gamers have been left out in the cold as far asStar Warsmerchandise goes.Star Warsgaming accessories are rare and typically come at highly inflated prices, but with more sci-fi andretro aesthetics coming into vogueonce again, they’re the perfect way for gamers to decorate their space. Regardless, having aStar Wars-themed gaming room is the dream for many fans....

Summary Tekken 8’s 32-character roster is packed with recognizable faces. It’s one of the largest default rosters for a fighting game, dwarfed only by crossover games likeCapcom Vs SNK 2andMarvel Vs Capcom 2, which had two pools to pull characters from. Tekkenjust had its past games to work with, and they worked with them a lot. 29 out of 32 characters all come from past games, be they old-school classics like Nina and Paul or figures returning fromTekken 7like Leroy and Shaheen....

SinceAnimal Crossing: New Horizonslaunched on the Switch last Friday, it seems as though the game has potentially been the most talked-about video game release of the year so far. Frommemes and reviews to long Reddit threadsand social media conversations, the world is seemingly loving being back alongside Tom Nook and his band of adorable friends. Funnily enough, it seems as thoughAnimal Crossing: Wild Worldwas also heavily talked about when it released back in 2005, although, one article hilariously looked at the game a lot deeper than anything currently associated withNew Horizons....

With February rolling around, players can expect a number of gaming events to get stuck into this month.Little Nightmares 2will be launching,Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Furywill hit Switch, and bothControl: Ultimate EditionandDestruction AllStarswill be up for grabs on PlayStation Plus tomorrow for no additional cost. However, adamantAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsfans are probably wondering what they can expect from February. As always, the new month brings with it a host of returning bugs, fish, and sea creatures for those still exploring theirAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsisland, with February set to bring back seven creatures for those playing in the Southern Hemisphere and one returning face for those playing in the Northern Hemisphere....

Summary Codependencyis a psychological concept that explores the world of unbalanced relationships in which the two parties in a relationship have an extreme level of reliance on one another. While codependency is not considered an illness or condition, it is something which could result in some devastating situations. Anime is diverseenough that it caters to different sorts of couples, with some being cute, and others being a tad worrying. There are somecodependent relationships in animewhere one party enables the other in their behaviors, which, most of the time, is detrimental to both people....

Infiltrate Grid 086 is a mission inArmored Core 6’s second chapter, and it is home to nine Combat Logs. While players are guaranteed to encounter at least one of those logs as they work through the mission, some of them are quite tricky to find. Indeed, fans may struggle to track down several of the Battle Logs inArmored Core 6’s Infiltrate Grid 086 mission, and this guide is written with those players in mind....

Valheimis a game that is constantlyupdating with new biomes, systems, and fixing old issues. And because of that, players come back to it all the timeto check out what’s changed. Additionally, there are always new players coming in, just starting it for the first time. ButValheim’smultiplayer experience can be a bit harrowing for newcomers, especially as there is a lot that is naturally learned over 10-20+ hours into playing. Having this knowledge from the start would have made the initial first couple of hours much more enjoyable....

2022 saw fans enjoy some of the most incredible anime with compelling characters, terrific action, and heartwarming storylines, with some grief sprinkled all over. Undoubtedly, this year also saw the rise of some of the most heroic characters in the medium, while already established characters took the next big step towards eternal greatness. It also saw the rise of some of the most incredible and compelling villains, at the same time....

Summary The video games industry has grown into one of the biggest forms of entertainment in the world. It now competes with television and film in both sales and artistic quality. While most well-known developers are based in the USA or Japan, the industry is nevertheless a worldwide creative entity. In recent years, Eastern European developers have grown in number and exposure,creating some of the best AAA and indie gameson the market....

Although there are many iconic biological families in gaming, foster families in gaming tend to stand out less and thus receive less attention from players. Despite this, there is still no shortage of adoptive families that are just as iconic, if not more so, than their biological counterparts. RELATED:The Best Stepfathers From Video Games In particular, stepmothers in gaming stand out among the rest of the family, usually taking the role of the caring mother that is prevalent in gaming....

Summary Elements are a common theme in many games. This theme is especially common in gacha games, where a certain element is associated with the characters that players can control. The elements inSolo Leveling:ARISEplay an important role in the game and, without proper knowledge of these elements, it can backfire on players. With correct elements used in every stage, players can change the tide of the battle in their favor....

Quick Links Black Friday is here, and the deals are in full-swing before the last of the Thanksgiving dinner dishes are even cleared. As early as now, choice sellers are hinting at some early Black Friday deals, including for consoles and gaming controllers. There are a few worthwhile deals to be found from Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. This list compiles the best deals on consoles and controllers, emphasizing value, brand reputation, and relevance....