Valorant is Getting Review Bombed

It looks like a select group of people have taken it upon themselves to review-bombValoranton Metacritic. The score has dropped considerably from when it first launched and seems to be getting lower. BecauseValorant’s beta did incredibly well, it’s not clear why exactly it ended up the target of review-bombing. However, one can probably make an educated guess from the reviews' attached comments. Overall, they suggest that a fewCounter-Strike: Global Offensivefans aren’t happy with the game....

June 9, 2025 · 2 min · 367 words · Timothy Clark

Victoria 3: Army Composition Guide

Victoria 3does not adhere to the standard city building template, butembraces a semi-realistic approachto running and governing mechanics. From setting up a vertical of agriculture to opening up a trade route, every decision, regardless of its magnitude, has consequences that can only be undone through future repercussions. The military side is no exception. Games likeAge of EmpiresorCommand & Conquergames have theirown way of dealing with enemieson the front lines, butVictoria 3is more about mobilizing and managing them than strategizing the moves....

June 9, 2025 · 4 min · 755 words · Samuel Singh

WandaVision: Easter Eggs Hidden In Episode 4

This article contains spoilers for episode four of WandaVision. Marvel has taken the audienceinto the world of sitcoms- with a twist - inWandaVisionfor its first three episodes. The fourth episode is the first time the series shifts to a new perspective, that of Monica Rambeau and SWORD. It gives a lot of answers to questions fans have had about the small town of Westview. With those answers come plenty of references to other parts of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Marvel comics....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 1041 words · Timothy Thomas

We've Been Waiting 4 Years for FromSoftware to Make 1 Big Move

Summary FromSoftware, the studio behind critically-acclaimed games likeDark Souls,Bloodborne, andElden Ring, still has yet to make a proper next-gen game for PS5 and Xbox Series X.FromSoftwarehas had a fairly regular release schedule since the studio’s first game,King’s Field, was released in 1994. A new FromSoftware project of some description has come out nearly every year since then, with some exceptions. Since the launch of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles in 2020, FromSoftware has released two games....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 551 words · Jacqueline Patrick

What Are The Most Anticipated Sci-Fi Movies Of 2024?

Sci-fi movies are among the most popular genres in Hollywood, allowing audiences to explore exciting worlds and rich themes with fantastical plots. Technology is a massive science fiction component, allowing characters to do amazing things. But the most intriguing aspect of the sci-fi genre is its ability to act as a mirror for reality. They can serve as subtle warnings of possible outcomes if humans continue down a particular road, or as tales of inspiration that show a hopeful outcome....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 865 words · James Wise

What the Baldur's Gate 3 Livestream Says About the Depth of Gameplay

Larian Studios hosted aBaldur’s Gate 3livestream in late June to show off the game and show fans what to expect in the final product. The host, Swen Vincke, was more than enthused to show off a portion ofBaldur’s Gate 3that could showcase everything from combat to dialogue. Larian Studios is also responsible for developingDivinity: Original Sin 2back in 2017 and its obvious that the same game engine is being used forBaldur’s Gate 3....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1117 words · John Nichols

What to Expect From Final Fantasy 7 Remake's Part 2

It may seem like it’s ages away, but the second episode/part two ofFinal Fantasy 7 Remakeis on the way. Confirmed to be in active development by producer Yoshinori Kitase, the game is currently being worked on remotely by theFinal Fantasyteam. The wait will be presumably long, as many fans will expect, but the promise of the next episode means the game could be far more ambitious than its predecessor. Based on what’s known about the original events ofFinal Fantasy 7, this next game will almost certainly cover a lot more ground....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 1002 words · Jessica Walker

What To Expect From Sons Of The Forest’s Full Release

Summary Endnight Games’Sons of The Forestwas first released in February 2023, albeit in an early access development state. The game had a complete storyline at the time, but it was meanwhile lacking several much-needed features and quality-of-life improvements. Assuming the current release window is a realistic deadline, anyone who playedSons Of The Forestduring its early days, as well as new players looking for a survival game with horror elements should check the game’s full release in the near future....

June 9, 2025 · 4 min · 654 words · John Davis

World of Warcraft Hardcore Character Dies Before Even Starting the Game

Summary A strange glitch is causing someWorld of Warcraftplayers to enter character creation on Hardcore Classic servers with already deceased characters. WhenWorld of Warcraftannounced Hardcore servers, the community was ecstatic to finally receive official support for a game mode that had slowly-yet-steadily achieved immense popularity among Classic players. The drama, the engagement, the suspense – Hardcore had given a new dimension to a well-beaten path inWorld of Warcraft, and completely transformed the Classic experience for both newcomers and old-timers alike....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 445 words · David Davis

Xbox Lineup Won't Cause 'Customer Confusion' This Holiday Season

Microsoft remains on schedule to deliver theXbox Series Xnext-gen console holiday 2020. For now, the Xbox team remains focused on making sure consumers know exactly what theXbox Series Xis and why it’s such a step forward from the Xbox One generation. But some Xbox fans are hearing rumors about further hardware plans from Xbox that have the potential to confuse the issue. In a recent interview, Xbox platform team member Jason Ronald reassured fans that there would be no such confusion in 2020....

June 9, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Ann Ramirez

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Player Flies for Over 2 Hours Straight

Summary A talentedLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomplayer has built a flying vehicle that allows them to soar through the skies of Hyrule for over two hours. Since the release of the veryfirstTears of the Kingdomtrailer, players have been treated to the sight of Link freefalling from one of the Sky Islands, which invoked memories of flying in Skyloft on Loftwing inThe Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. Loftwings do not make an appearance inTears of the Kingdom, so players have been trying to replicate the ability to glide among the clouds using various Zonai-built vehicles....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Mr. Joshua Ramos

Adorable Overwatch Clip Sees Brigitte Player Protecting Ana For Entire Match

TheOverwatchclips shared online primarily focus on hilarious moments or incredible play of the games. However, something sweet is shared every once in a while, with oneOverwatchclip highlighting the bond between two healers. InOverwatch, there is no quicker way for a match to fall apart thanSupport heroesbeing killed – especially main Supports like Ana. As such, it is important for a team to keep their healers alive, a duty that usually falls to the Tanks and Damage heroes....

June 8, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Mr. Adam Schultz PhD

After Hades 2, The Series Should 'Steal' a God of War Trick

Summary One of the biggest surprises of 2020, the firstHadesbecame an overnight sensation when it initially launched, and due to its staggered release structure, its popularity only continued to grow over the course of the next year. Now a few years on from its debut,Hadesis widely considered to be one ofthe greatest Indie games ever made, and one of the most revolutionary roguelike titles, putting some major pressure on the upcoming sequel,Hades 2....

June 8, 2025 · 4 min · 840 words · Sandra Anderson