Upcoming Comedy & Iyashikei Anime for Fall 2023

Iyashikei is a primarily Japanese genre where the main point is to have no point. Peaceful living, relaxation, and healing are the stars of these almost exclusively Japanese works. The occasional emotional or action episode is warranted, but things normally go back to status quo; i.e., relaxation, almost immediately. Comedy, meanwhile, needs no introduction.A lot of iyashikei workshave comedy mixed into them, likeLaid-Back Camp,Miss Kobayashi’s Dragon Maid, andTanaka-kun is Always Listless....

May 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1130 words · Edward Branch

Upgrade Your Desk for $100s Less This Easter

Easter is soon here and companies are looking to offer deals on a variety of products. However, perhaps no other industry offers more quality deals around this time of the year than furniture companies. This year it includes FlexiSpot, a furniture company that focuses on ergonomic home and office furniture. The company is known for its line of standing desks as well as ergonomic beds and chairs, but FlexiSpot also has other equipment on offer....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 628 words · Cathy Morgan

5 Unique Sci-Fi Movie Weapons

Though the world of science fiction has no real limits, a lot of writers prefer to spend their creativity imagining how we might handle violence a hundred years from now. With so many examples to choose from, it can be tough to stand out, so picking a unique weapon system helps. Weapons in real life tend to gradually move towards apoint of maximum efficiency. When lives are on the line, there’s no time for fancy flourishes....

May 15, 2025 · 4 min · 791 words · Kenneth Mitchell

A BioShock 4 Update is Long Overdue

Summary 2007 is widely considered to be one of the greatest years in gaming, and its titles like the originalBioShockthat give credence to that notion. A first-person shooter with a horror undertone, the firstBioShockwas a huge critical hit upon its initial release, and rightfully so. With one of the most unique and immersive settings in all of gaming, along with some satisfying combat mechanics and a great story,BioShockstill holds upall these years later....

May 15, 2025 · 3 min · 592 words · Stephanie Harding

Apex Legends Season 11 Escape Update Release Time

Apex Legendsseason 11 is nearly here, and fans will understandably be excited to check out all the new content, ranging fromthe CAR SMGand Ash to the new Storm Point map and Wattson’s buffs. And, of course, as with every season launch, fans should expect people to be snatching Ash left and right as they try to determine how good they are with here. Another expectation fans should go into the season with is some early season server congestion....

May 15, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Emily Mann

Armored Core 6 Leak Hints at Big Announcement Coming Soon

A bigArmored Core 6: Fires of Rubiconannouncement could be forthcoming, following a curious leak found on the Microsoft Store. Despite its exciting announcement during The Game Awards 2022, FromSoftware and Bandai Namco have held back on sharing much information regardingArmored Core 6. The game remains planned for release in 2023, but some fans have worried a delay could be made soon. The recentArmored Core 6leak could imply otherwise.An announcement trailer forArmored Core 6was shown during The Game Awards 2022....

May 15, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Travis Miller

Assassin's Creed Valhalla May Not Be Able to Explain Werewolves Adequately

Mythology and the way cultures interpret the world is as much history as real wars and battles that have taken place. It’s not necessarily the use of mythology that has seemingly turned some fans away from recentACgames, includingAssassin’s Creed Valhalla, but how they are implemented. Thus far, though, Ubisoft has managed to provide reasonable explanations, but it seems to be running out. Assassin’s Creed Originswas the first to really play on the idea of mythology; deities like Sobek appeared for grand epic battles due to a glitch in the Animus....

May 15, 2025 · 4 min · 753 words · Mark Cross

Best & Worst things About Into The Pit

Most roguelikes tend to be action RPGs with melee-focused combat.Into the Pitis a first-person shooter instead. It’s actually a lot likeBioShocksince the player uses two hands as their weapons which are infused with mysterious powers. The overall feel of the game could be likened to the dark aura found in the originalBioShockas well. RELATED:Roguelikes to Play After Returnal Into the Pitis the first big title from Nullpointer Games and it’s being published by Humble Games....

May 15, 2025 · 5 min · 889 words · Kathy Waters

Best Keepsakes In Dreamscaper

Picking the right weapons, shoes, and shields inDreamscaperis important. Just as crucial is picking thebest Keepsakes, which provide passive abilities to Cassidy. This is usually a percentage increase to an elemental attack or some other attribute. Some provide companions to Cassidy that assist her in combat. RELATED:The Best Action RPGs To Play If You Like Dark Souls Once these are picked up and entered into the inventory they cannot easily be removed....

May 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1215 words · Kenneth Johnson

Blizzard Giving Away Free 3D Printing Blueprints of Iconic Warcraft Characters

Summary Fans of Blizzards’s iconic fantasy universe can download free 3D printing blueprints fromWarcraft Rumbleright now. Using these files, players can create their own mini versions of some of the most iconic units and heroes of theWarcraftuniverse. Warcraft Rumbleis Blizzard’s upcoming tower defense mobile gameset in theWarcraftuniverse. Though several countries have access to the game through its soft launch,Warcraft Rumbleofficially releases everywhere on November 3, simultaneously with the first day of BlizzCon....

May 15, 2025 · 2 min · 347 words · Brian Johnson

Changes Dragon's Dogma 2's Pawn System Needs

Summary WhileDragon’s Dogma Dark Arisenremains a highly regarded title in the realm of the RPG genre with its old age, the issues within itspawn systemare one of the few factors that can hamper players' experiences. Despite the actual opportunity for players to find fellow players' pawns and use them for their own combat encounters, the behavior and movement of allies can be the defining factor in overcoming the odds. RELATED:Improvements Dragon’s Dogma 2 Must Make Compared To Its Predecessor WithDragon’s Dogma 2on the horizon, fans are certain that Capcom will make the much-needed changes in this aspect, and push this sequel to its greatest potential given the high levels of praise and success of its predecessor....

May 15, 2025 · 4 min · 827 words · Austin Delacruz

Dark Souls Player Beats Asylum Demon Using Singing Controls

FromSoftware’sDark Soulsgames are defined by their high-level of difficulty and impressive boss battles. This was apparent from the start with the originalDark Souls, a relentless game that has players battle it out with a wide-range of overwhelmingly powerful foes. TheDark Soulsgames are hard enough when playing them using a standard controller, but some players have decided to up the challenge further by using more unconventional controls. There are those that havedefeatedDark Soulsseries bosses using bananas, but now a player has beaten a boss using singing controls....

May 15, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Clayton Williams

Doctor Who: Which Companion Had The Best Sendoff?

In the long history of Doctor Who, The Doctor has traveled time and space with many people for varying amounts of time. Some companions have been beloved by fans and had the end to their stories lamented, celebrated, and disbelieved. Other companions have been quietly swept under the rug or just never seen again. Inthe pantheon of The Doctor’s companionswho had the best exit? Whether it was a fitting end for their character arc, an insane and bombastic ending, or a sad and melancholy dispatch, let’s look at the best sendoffs from the 60-year history of the show....

May 15, 2025 · 5 min · 946 words · Frank Hebert MD