Tales of Arise Gets Release Date and Next-Gen Version

Bandai Namco originally planned to releaseTales of Ariseback in 2020, but like most games set to come out that year, the project ended up delayed. The unexpected arrival of the coronavirus interrupted the tempo of the game’s progress and forced Bandai Namco Studios to rethink its development. Since then, Bandai released a newTales of Arisetrailerback in March and promised to come back in spring with more details concerning the title....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Ashley Farrell

The 10 Best PS1 RPGs (That Never Left Japan)

The firstPlayStation, which came out in 1994, paved the way toSony’sentrance into the console wars. The company entered a fierce race betweenNintendoandSegathat it has stayed in ever since. The PS1 was a success with plenty of great games making the console better, especially with role-playing games likeFinal Fantasy VII. RELATED:10 Best RPGs On The PlayStation 1 (That Weren’t Made By Square) Many Playstation RPGs were enjoyed worldwide, but some were exclusive for certain regions....

May 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1069 words · Victoria Gonzalez DDS

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Glitch Lets Players Duplicate Spirit Orbs

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wildplayers have found a very useful new glitch, over three years after the game’s initial release. Players are always inspired to find new and creative ways to beat a game, or find hidden areas, or shave time off of a speed run. This has led to some great discoveries, including the most recent- the ability toduplicate Spirit Orbsand other useful items. This new finding stems from theMemory Storage glitch, which is actually a requirement forBreath of the Wildplayers to activate before moving on to the duplication glitch....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 467 words · Sandra Patton

The Pros and Cons of Assassin's Creed Red's Rumored Historical Protagonists

Summary Rumors have suggested thatAssassin’s Creed Redcould feature two distinct protagonists, echoing the decision made with the Frye siblings inAssassin’s Creed Syndicate. The protagonists ofAssassin’s Creed Redmay be based on historical figuresthis time, though—a significant leap for the franchise, which has always featured fictional characters in its leading roles, despite the appearance of several real-world personalities in supporting roles. Assuming the leaks and rumors are true,Assassin’s Creed Redwill star a man named Yasuke, an African mercenary-turned-samurai who was active in the late sixteenth century....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 737 words · Judy Gonzalez

The Sims 4 Kits Are a Step Backward for the Franchise's History of Microtransactions

The Sims 4recently added a new kind of DLC called “Kits.” These DLC packs are not as fleshed out as stuff, game, or expansion packs, and are meant to be “bite-sized” content that’s hyper-focused on one specific aspect. Kits focus on either CAS (Create-a-Sim) style gameplay, Build/Buy mode style gameplay, or live mode gameplay. On the surface, it seems Kits open up a variety of possibilities for the developer to continue to create and release content between the release of bigger DLC; in theory, it helps avoid a “content drought” inThe Sims 4....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 647 words · Carla Fletcher

There Are Two Different Routes the Metal Gear Solid Remake Could Take

TheMetal Gear Solidfranchise is beloved by many, as it is one of the most influential series in the stealth genre. While the originalMetal Gearreleased in 1987,Metal Gear Solidproper released in 1998, and that may be when the franchise truly took off. Now, over twenty years later, rumors are swirling that a remake of the originalMetal Gear Solidis on the way. While the leaks and whispers have come in waves, the most recent example of the return of Solid Snake is from voice actorDavid Hayter who think that aMetal Gear Solidremake is happening....

May 26, 2025 · 5 min · 977 words · Heather Golden

Twitch Streamers Can Learn from Pokimane Saying 'No' to Esports Offers

Many gamers dream of turning their hobby into a profession by becoming aTwitchstreamer or joining an esports team. However, jobs aren’t always fun just because they revolve around games,and burnout is a real problem for streamersand professional players. However, popular Twitch streamer Imane ‘Pokimane’ Anys offers an example of how streamers can keep the pressure from getting too high and maintaining a consistent brand. Pokimane revealed during a recent stream that she’s been getting many offers to leave OfflineTV in favor of larger gaming organizations....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 579 words · Teresa Jackson

Ubisoft Claims Skull and Bones Will Launch By April 2023

Ubisoftis constantly developing new video game projects, with a number of works already confirmed to be on the way. Some of these games have been announced for quite some time with seemingly no release date in sight, likepirate gameSkull & Bones, but the latest information suggests that the long-awaited game will release at some point between April 2022 and April 2023. This is according to a recent conference call, whereUbisofthas confirmed that it plans on releasingSkull & Bonesin the April 2022 to April 2023 window, along withAvatar: Frontiers of PandoraandMario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Anthony Collins

Valheim: Complete Farming, Cultivator, and Domestication Guide

One of the smartest things aValheimplayer can do is to ensure a steady food and leather supply in their game. While this may seem difficult at first, a well-run farm with domesticated animals and planted vegetables can make sure that players' Vikings are always well fed and well clothed. Farming and Domestication in Valheim Once players havebuilt a house inValheim, they can begin domestication. Players have the option to plant turnips, carrots, and barley, domesticate wolves, boar, and lox, and build bee hives....

May 26, 2025 · 8 min · 1493 words · Kelsey Singleton

Where to Catch Shad in Stardew Valley

The picturesque realm ofStardew Valleyflows with rivers and lakes filled with many varieties of fish. Among these is the highly sought-afterShad, a fish with a unique migratory behavior. Shads are typically silver with a metallic sheen on their scales. They are usually found in the ocean but migrate to freshwater rivers to reproduce. Shads reproduce every 2 days whenplaced in a Fish Pondand yield valuable green Shad Roe. Although it is one of the most basic fish inStardew Valley, it can prove to be very useful....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 360 words · Jason Nichols

World of Warcraft Allowing Cross-Faction Mob Tagging in Dragonflight

World of Warcraftjust announced Alliance and Horde players will be able to share mob tags inDragonflight. This is yet another wayWorld of Warcraftis breaking down the walls between the factions. InWorld of Warcraft, mob tagging is the process of engaging an enemy, which flags a character for experience, loot, and quest credit when the creature dies. ThoughClassic WoWonly allows a single character and their party to tag a mobwith damage, RetailWorld of Warcraftallows up to five non-grouped individuals of the same faction to share credit with any hostile action....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Anne Burgess

13 Of The Most Breathtaking Visuals In Cartoons

Western animation, while not generally regarded as being the mostbeautifulmedium, knows how to hit hard when it wants to. With help from big names like Adult Swim, Cartoon Network, and Titmouse, creative minds have more than enough resources to subvert the stereotypes set up by the ugly trend of “adult animation.” RELATED:10 Anime You Need To Watch If You Enjoy The Witcher 3 While companies like Disney and Netflix tend to satisfy the niche of visually striking animated series, few go terribly far into experimental territories when considering compositions, character designs, or unique styles....

May 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1225 words · Michele Miller

7 Great Stealth Games That Are Only On PC

Summary When gamers think of stealth games, there are certain popular franchises that would come to mind, such asMetal Gear Solid,DishonoredorHitman. These franchises have done a great service to the stealth genre as a whole, popularizing the idea of utilizing stealth mechanics and encouraging players to try the quieter approach rather than running in guns blazing. Series such as this have the budget of a triple A studio behind them, which allows for multi-platform release....

May 25, 2025 · 5 min · 916 words · Jason Green