InWanderstop, your job as Alta is mainly to rest and relax. At Boro’s teashop, you’re at liberty to take as much time as you want maintaining the grounds, playing with the Pluffins, and getting experimental with your gardening. That said, you’ll still have to serve customers from time to time, interpreting their sometimes confusing and convoluted requests into actual tea brews. Some of these customers are transient, staying only for a short time, while others will share parts of themselves with Alta and perhaps even teach her something about herself....

Quick Links Assassin’s Creed Shadowsitself had a crucial task ahead of it. Between a online discussions over the protagonists, a delay, and all sorts of random, negative things that happened while we waited for the release like people getting their hands on the game before launch. All that while Ubisoft has been in need of a win for some time now. Let’s take a step back from all the game’s behind-the-scenes drama and look at it for what it is....

Hey, you know howI wrote a couple weeks agothatStar Warsis a setting that fits any genre of game, froman MMOto aclassic RPGor anXCOM-style strategy game? I’m back again to say the same thing, but different – Star Wars can be anything, even horror. Is A Star Wars Horror Project Happening? Just as that other article was kicked off by the leaks of Star Wars Bruno, a new tactical turn-based game from Bit Reactor and Respawn, this is in response to a comment by Tony Gilroy, showrunner of the undisputed best Star Wars series ever made,Andor....

Summary Hard to believe, but almost 30 years after its release, people are still making discoveries aboutSuper Mario 64. Mainly because those discoveries require you to leave aNintendo 64running for four years for someone to actually discover them. YouTuber Kaze Emanuarshared some of their new Super Mario 64 discoveries this week, all of which require a level of dedication to find them, or forgetfulness to stumble upon them by accident. One of them not only explains why you may’t choose a star right away on each level’s star select screen, but also demonstrates what happens if you leave the game on that screen for more than two years....

Summary Nintendoof America’s president, Doug Bowser, has told fans to “stay tuned” when it comes to the prospect of a new 3DMariogame coming to theNintendo Switch 2. Although this month’s reveal of theNintendo Switch 2 has been somewhat marred in a surprising amount of controversyfor such an anticipated console, the one thing that Nintendo absolutely got right was the games.Donkey Kong Bananza,Mario Kart World,The Duskbloods,Kirby Air Riders, and a whole lot more made for astar-studded line-up that’s easy to get excited about....

Desktop pets bring charm and interactivity to your screen, offering delightful companions that react to your actions, play idle animations, or even assist with productivity. Whether you’re looking for a playful cat, a cozy farm, or a collection of quirky creatures,Steamhas a variety of virtual pets to keep you entertained while you work or browse. These adorable programs can be customized, interacted with, and often feature mini-games or idle mechanics to enhance the experience....

Summary Yu-Gi-Oh! TCGgives players plenty of methods of getting out their strongest monsters. Every player gets one Normal Summon per turn, but can quickly ramp up the number of bodies on the board by using card effects. Of course, the best kinds of Summons are the ones that happen for free. This means you don’t have to tribute any of your monsters or go through complex combos to get them out....

There are many kinds of Trainer cards in thePokemon Trading Card Gameto help make your deck versatile at drawing the cards you need and buffing your Pokemon to be even stronger. Some of the most important will always be Supporter cards, which have some of the most powerful effects of any Trainer card. In theScarlet & Violetera, Supporters continued to become stronger, with some of the most meta-defining cards we have ever seen being introduced here....

While Capcom’s long-running video game franchise is mostly known for its fast-paced action sequences, fights, and killer soundtracks, it would not be able to use those elements as effectively if it were not for the characters that make up its universe. Naturally, theDevil May Cryanime adaptation on Netflix continues that tradition by bringing together a vibrant cast of characters that help elevate the hardcore moments to something more impactful. Sure, there are plenty of characters who are absolutely unbearable due to the way they are written....

Summary Pokemon Scarlet & Violet introduced to a new type of Pokemon, the weird and wonderful Paradox Pokemon. Scarlet’s Paradox Pokemon are Pokemon you know and love but from an ancient past and Violet’s on the other hand, are all from the distant future. In thePokemon Trading Card Game,the Paradox Pokemon were brought over as Ancient and Future cards respectively, with their own gimmicks and mechanics. Future Pokemon are strategic and have specific effects that can be dangerous if manipulated well and some of these cards are highly sought-after for their futuristic flair....

Baseball cards have a long-standing tradition in the United States, representing more than just a hobby—they are a cultural, historical, and even financial phenomenon. Thesesports trading cardsserve as a time capsule of American history, deeply rooted in the nation’s past. For fans, they offer a tangible connection to their favorite players and teams. Collecting also brings a sense of discovery, adventure, and excitement. Autographed cards add another layer of appeal to an already fascinating hobby, significantly increasing their value....

Andor has reignited my passionforStar Wars, reminding me why I was so enamoured with this intergalactic tale of scrappy underdogs triumphing over the impossibly powerful Empire in the first place, but now I’m not sure where to aim that passion.Certainly not at Dave Filoni’s shows, which are more interested inslamming action figures togetherthan drilling into the heart of the franchise. I’m not even sure rewatching the movies will fill the aching void that Andor leaves behind....

Most of these great ActionRPGs, for whatever reason, kind of flew under the radar. These games had big names and talent behind them, too, but they just didn’t get as much attention. Maybe it was bad timing, lack of proper marketing, or pre-conceived notions about the franchise and how these games were different from what came before. But if you ended up missing out on these games, you missed out on some cool worlds, amazing characters, and fun gameplay....