NFTs and the implementation of blockchain technology in video games continue to be an incredibly controversial topic in the gaming industry. Executives see NFTs as an opportunity for increased monetization with little overhead, while many gamers see little benefit to gameplay tainted by exploitative monetization and environmental concerns.PlayStationhas largely remained silent on the topic, despite patents implying future NFT efforts. NowPlayStationhas issued a survey on NFTs that’s already creating pushback online....

One fan ofCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2stumbled across some unexpected paranormal activity in the game’s Taraq map, sharing the freaky footage as a warning to other players. While fans of Infinity Ward’s hit franchise are used to spooks and scares in the popularCall of Duty Zombiesmodesthat have become a series staple, this creepy creature’s appearance in the base game makes for an unexpected and frightening surprise. Released in October 2022,Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2is the second game in Infinity Ward’s reimagining of the originalModern Warfaretitles....

Summary There are a lot of rumors about what characters will appear inDeadpool 3, but luckily for fans, Ryan Reynolds is letting them know who will be in the film: Dogpool. Since it was revealed thatDeadpool 3would include Hugh Jackman returning as Wolverine, the rumor mills realized anything would be fair game, fromChanning Tatum as Gambitto Taylor Swift as Dazzler. However, with the actors' strike and how tightlipped Marvel Studios is about their projects, there were no confirmations about these characters being in the film....

Summary Muzan Kibutsuji is the antagonist inDemon Slayerand stands as the ultimate embodiment of evil, casting a long and dark shadow over the entire series' narrative. As the progenitor of demons, Muzan’s existence and evil actions are the catalysts for the conflict in the series and the motivations of some of the characters in the series. The quest for immortality and absolute power continues to drive him to create more demons who cower under his rule....

Many players inDestiny 2have often floated wishlists of quality-of-life changes that they’d like to see implemented for a while. This fall, some PvP changes have become a reality with the rework that was done on the Trials of Osiris mode, making it more accessible to players that may prioritize the PvE aspects ofDestiny 2. As great as these improvements are, there are still parts ofDestiny 2that could change for the better to create a smoother player experience going forward....

Shocking the gaming world earlier today, thenewly-rebranded Lucasfilm Gamesannounced it would be working with Ubisoft to develop an open-world experience set in theStar Warsuniverse. The reveal was a shock to many considering it’ll be one of the first games in the franchise since 2013 to not have any EA involvement,with the company’s exclusive deal with the IP officially coming to a close. However, it seems Lucasfilm Games' decision to offer theStar Warslicense to new developers won’t bar EA from developing future games within the franchise....

A keen-eyedElden Ringplayer notices that the map of the Lands Between looks remarkably similar to the Crewmate from online multiplayer social deduction game,Among Us. The world ofElden Ringis vast and contains a multitude of different biomes, ecosystems, landmasses, bodies of water, etc., and yet, a drawn outline around the map shows a striking similarity to theAmong UsCrewmate, of all things. Elden Ring’s map and theAmong UsCrewmatehave a long history together, with players discovering certain areas of the map that look just like the character....

Ernie Hudson, one of the lead stars in the original 1984 classicGhostbusters, says that the studio behind the movie made the whole filming process much more challenging than fans might realize. But it’s not just that things were tough for everybody. He was singled out for the worst treatment, even beyond the initial production. It’s a popular franchise, with noGhostbustersmovieever dipping below 50% on Rotten Tomatoes. But just because the fans love them doesn’t mean everyone involved had a great time....

Summary Forever Skiesmay seem like another in the long line of post-apocalyptic survival games, but it has one fundamental difference. Rather than sticking players on the ground, the game places them on an airship. They fly around a ruined world, looking for parts to sustain both themselves and their vessel. Again, it amounts to the typical resource-hoarding for the genre, but it also boasts specific facets unique to the airborne situation....

AGenshin Impactfan has created an interesting chart ranking the game’s playable characters based on their living conditions. During their journey through the world of Teyvat, players can come across numerous different characters, some of which become part of the roster. Almost every playable character in the roster had its own story quest, which usually gives more information about their background. While someGenshin Impactcharacters live in villas and palaces, others wander through the world without having a place they can call home....

Akitsu Kimodameshi is the latest event introduced inGenshin Impact3.3, giving players a chance to reconnect with various characters from Inazuma. The event has many surprises in store for Travelers including chilling stories, Primogems, Crowns of Insight, and Toukabou Shigure, the event-exclusive Sword. Upon triggering the Akitsu Kimodameshi event inGenshin Impact, Travelers must head to the Kamisato Estate and speak with Ayato. The Yashiro Commissioner will explain everything regarding the Test of Courage and then proceeds to enter the Travelers’ name in the competition....

Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashedis designed mainly for an online multiplayer experience, but it is possible to play it single-player offline. When playing offline solo, the game teams players up with AI busters against a bot-controlled ghost, but still encourages players to game co-operatively as a team unit, just as they would join forces to bust the ghost in theGhostbustersmovies. RELATED:Scary Games To Play During Spooky Season Likewise, when playing as the ghoul with bots in pursuit, there are some handy advantages that players can draw upon....

Coming hot off the heels of the casting of Florian Munteanu as Krieg, actress Haley Bennett has been officially cast in Eli Roth’sBorderlandsmovie.However, unlike previous casting calls, Haley Bennett will be playing as an original character, not before seen in any of theBorderlandsgames. The news comes exclusively from IGN, which has been covering the movie since the announcement last February. So far,Borderlandshas featured a variety of casting calls, fromJamie Lee Curtis as Dr....