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Quick Links As graphics technology and production values have continued to progress, the video game industry has made considerable efforts to emulate the world of filmmaking, with cinematic story cutscenes and even high-profile actors littering most major releases. Conversely, these games then serve as great fodder for screen adaptations, with source material already doing its best to mimic Hollywood blockbusters. Even amongst these projects,Until Dawnseems like a perfect choice for the movie treatment....

Both “action” and “adventure” are exciting words on their own, but if you put them together, you get one of the best genres in gaming. Many iconic action-adventure games have been released over the years. So, it’s no surprise that plenty of them have landed onXbox Game Pass. After all, Game Pass is filled with fantastic games from plenty of genres. Its collection of action-adventure titles is quite varied. There are third-person ones, first-person ones, open-world ones, linear ones, ones with shooting, ones with melee combat, and combinations of these things....

Summary Mickey Mouse is Disney’s iconic mascot and, as such, has plenty of representation inLorcana. With a name as big as Mickey, each card needs to do the mouse justice. Some cards borrow from some of his most important animated moments, while others add a little bit of that Lorcana flair to have him fit into the world of the Inklands. There are many different reasons why a card can become valuable....

Today’sNintendo Switch 2Direct was full of surprises. Nintendo just casually dropped a 2025 release window for Hollow Knight: Silksong; the most anticipated game possibly ever finally received a release window – of this year, no less – in a two-second sizzle reel spot. There’sa spiritual successor to Bloodborne, set in Victorian London, with vampires. There was a lot to take in. ThoughI predicted Mario Kart World would take the Forza Horizon approach to racing, I never expected anopen-world Donkey Kong game....

I absolutely love when a game gets shadow dropped. There’s nothing more exciting than watching a presentation that’s showing off a cool new game only for the presenters to end the show by saying, “And it’s availableright now. Go!” That’s exactly what happened withThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. However, in the week leading up to the game’s announcement and surprise release,leaks about the remaster were sprouting up like a bucket full of water shot with a machine gun....

Summary PlayStationandNintendoare the two biggest console creators on the planet and have been for the past three decades. However, only a few years before the launch of its first console, PlayStation’s potential way into the gaming market was an unlikely team-up with Nintendo. While the partnership didn’t last long enough to come to anything, the gaming giants did create a Nintendo PlayStation prototype together. Until a decade ago, it was believed none of these Nintendo PlayStation prototypes still existed....

Quick Links If you thought the outfits inInfinity Nikkicouldn’t get any more breathtaking, you better buckle up, buttercup. In all her glittering glory, Nikki manages to somehow surpass expectations once again with her most jaw-dropping outfits yet in this upcoming update. Best of all, they come with useful abilities which make each gown far more than just decorative. You can even walk on water like some sort of anime girl messiah....

Summary The Witcher 3turns ten years old today. Yes, really. I know, I can feel my bones turning to dust, too. Believe it or not, it’s been a full decade since many of us started our playthroughs of The Witcher 3. We probably didn’t think that, ten years later, we’dstill be waiting for a sequel, but here we are. At least we knowThe Witcher 4is on the way now, andputting Ciri front and centre....

Swords are an important part of human history, being ingrained in our collective consciousness and representing multiple aspects of humanity. Swords represent combat and glory, “put to the sword” being a shorthand for war and death. They also represent honor and the peace all warriors strive for “swords into plowshares”. As such, they’re pretty damn cool, showing up in our media and especially inanime. It’s hard to list any combat anime that doesn’t bandy about a sword or two, and they’re often the weapon of choice for the most important characters....

Summary Movie re-releases have been going rampant in theaters for a long time now, especially in the last few years. It’s certainly understandable, as watching a movie at home is really nothing compared to the experience of watching it at a movie theater. On the other hand, some people might not have been born in 1972 or 1977 when The Godfather andStar Wars: A New Hope first premiered, so having the opportunity to experience those movies in cinemas for the first time is a no-brainer....

Quick Links InSouth Of Midnight, you’ll help Hazel chase after her mom in the wake of a devastating storm. With nothing but your wits and some newfound powers, you’re in for a platforming challenge that will leave you wanting more. As you explore the deep south and uncover the secrets behind Hazel’s past, you’ll encounter myths and legends that have taken form and pose a real threat to Hazel’s family and future....

Summary The writing has been on the wall forUK retailer GAMEfor a while now. The company waspurchased by Sports Direct in 2019and quickly integrated into the Frasers Group, with dozens of stores shutting down in the process and concessions opening in their place. Following this, GAME ended its loyalty card program, stopped in-store pre-orders, and ceased accepting pre-owned trade-ins. It was a huge blow for the UK’s physical video game stores, with no major chain left operating on the high street....

Status effects and conditions inPokemoncan make all the difference. Sure, you probably started your Pokemon journey loading your Pokemon up with four damaging moves and calling it a day, but over time, everyone comes to appreciate the nuance of strategy. Whether you’ve been masterfully using status effects for years or are just beginning to up your game, this list will help walk you through the options and help you decide which ones to focus on and which to leave to your opponents....