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Summary Marvel Rivalshas been a hot topic for a little while, with its rank distribution in particular catching a lot of heat. Earlier this year,many disliked the idea of a rank reset halfway through the season, accusing NetEase of disrespecting the free time of those that couldn’t consistently play the game. A little while after NetEase reversed course,fans began to admit that it might have been a good idea. Now that we’re well into Season 1....

Summary Star Wars: Battlefront 2’s player counthas undergone a resurgenceas fans rally around to try and makeEAcomplete the trilogy. Alone, those fans might not stand much of a chance, but now they have someone who recently starred in what is being lauded as one of the greatestStar Warsprojects ever demanding a sequel right alongside them. Muhanned Ben Amor, who just finished up portraying Wilmon in Andor, must have seen Battlefront 2’s renewed popularity and the campaign for EA to make a third ashe has taken to Instagramto share his love for the series....

Summary Assassin’s Creed Brotherhoodholds fond memories for many long-time fans of the series. The game continued the arc of the hugely popular protagonist Ezio Auditore da Firenze, introduced the assassin recruit system that we saw re-emerge in Shadows, and also brought forth the cult classic multiplayer component of Assassin’s Creed, which was discontinued after Black Flag. Assassin’s Creed’s competitive multiplayer component had several modes: Manhunt, Wanted, Alliance, Chest Capture, Advanced Wanted, Advanced Alliance, Escort and Assassinate....

Summary Among the many reasons for the success ofBaldur’s Gate 3is its story. Sure, memorable companions, gameplay freedom, andtons of contentalso helped; but the main and optional quests unfolded so well that they kept us hooked. It seemsLarianhas realised that a story-first approach is the way to go. In fact, CEO Swen Vincke is so convinced that Larian will now be setting up a special storytelling team at the studio. This team will work on establishing lore and the world before the writing team begins working on future projects....

Summary Baldur’s Gate 3has a bunch of romances, and everyone has their favourite. However, Karlach’s is beautiful and wonderful, and everyone should do it right now. Oh, you’ve already romanced her?Do it again, I don’t care. If there is one critique to be made though, it’s that the date you can go on with her is over far too quickly. You don’t get to talk for long while you wait for your food, and after that, we skip to the steamy bits....

Summary Baldur’s Gate 3’s final major patch gave every class a new subclass, meaning thatPaladinplayers have a new oath they can follow. Paladins are unique in that they have to follow the rules of their oath, or they will lose their abilities andbecome an Oathbreaker Paladin. You canrestore your oath for a fee, but it’s a pain, so you’re better off trying to follow the oath as best you’re able to....

Quick Links InNordhold, you’ll need to learn many mechanics to master this unique tower defense game. The game combines base and resource management with turn-based strategy. You might miss a few mechanics here and there, so it’s best to learn all of them! One can easily lose if you don’t play your cards right. The game has some roguelike elements, so losing is part of the fun, right until you get stuck....

It’s an animation staple: the half-wise, half-goofy character who plays the role of advisor in the hero’s journey. Disney wasn’t the first studio to prominently feature mentor characters: the trope is as old as storytelling itself. But given Disney’s near-monopoly on animation,particularly in the 90s, the Disney mentor became a character archetype all of its own. Generally, the Disney mentor meets the protagonist near the start of the adventure, and helps them overcome their shortcomings over the course of the story....

Video games, despite being the newest form of entertainment, are developing a storied history in their own right. Just as movies, books, and even music have iconic examples that would go on to reshape their respective landscapes, so do video games. The influence of these games has a long reach, and will affect the medium for as long as it exists. However, time andthe decades of innovationsin the medium often render these iconic games inaccessible to modern audiences, both literally and figuratively....

Not everyDungeons & Dragonsencounter needs to end in bloodshed. Some of the best and most memorable moments at the table come from interacting with creatures in creative, unexpected ways. Whether through negotiation, puzzles, or social intrigue, certain monsters are perfect for role-playing-heavy encounters. The 2025 Monster Manual updates classic creatures and introduces new ones that thrive in these scenarios. From mischievous fey to enigmatic sages, these beings challenge players to think beyond their weapons and spells....

Summary Marvel Rivalshas an extensive roster of different heroes to pick from, and most of them can be categorized into projectile, hitscan, or melee heroes. Projectile characters shoot out projectiles, which take time to travel and are harder to land on fast-moving characters, as opposed to hitscan abilities that hit an enemy immediately and are far more accurate. Some projectile heroes really shine when you’re trying to hit enemies from a distance or control space with well-placed shots, while others are really deadly and accurate when engaged up close and personal....

The PlayStation 2’s extensive library of titles remains among the largest and most high-quality in gaming history. Given how long developers kept making games for the system - its last game came out in 2013, just a week before the PS4 launched, it certainly had the time to build such a collection. That benchmark of quality also extends toStar Warsgames. Even if the PS2 didn’t boast the highest number of Star Wars games among consoles, it still included some real heavy-hitters for the series....

Summary Combat is an essential part of anyDungeons & Dragonscampaign. However, there are times when your party is better served by avoiding combat altogether. Sometimes, you might be down one too many hit points or spell slots, in which case, fighting a powerful creature during a random encounter might not prove worth it. So, if you end up in a situation like this, what are the best ways to avoid combat altogether?...