Avatar: The Way of Waterhas upset all expectations for a blockbuster movie. Far from being the too-long-awaited sequel to a franchise that people have forgotten, it’s proven to be another diamond in the crown of James Cameron’s continued blockbuster supremacy. The film is reportedly on track to cross the $1 billion mark within the next ten days. Cameron has always landed on the side of fun directors. That isn’t to say his movies aren’t deep or don’t have thematic elements that elevate them above the competition, it’s just that the man has always had an eye for what audiences want, be it the killer robots of theTerminatorfranchise or the love story anchoring the heart ofTitanic....

Summary ABaldur’s Gate 3player recently shared photos of their incredible female Astarion cosplay. Astarion is one of the most popularBaldur’s Gate 3characters, and the cosplayer’s work reimagines the vampire character in a gender-swapped form. Baldur’s Gate 3is a critically acclaimed RPG released by Larian Studios in 2023. Not only did the game win dozens of awards, butBaldur’s Gate 3also managed to sell 10 million copies, greatly surpassing Larian Studios’ original expectations....

Robotry! is achallenging, unique puzzle platformerthat can be played both in solo or co-op modes. Players control a small robot and navigate around the game’s levels, but don’t have a jump button. Instead, players need to control the robot’s legs individually. It probably goes without saying that chaos tends to ensue and thatRobotry! is a fairly tricky title to get to grips with. But, for those who are able to push past the initial awkwardness, there’s a highly original, charming, and entertaining game waiting for them....

Xbox Game Pass' library is bursting with a bunch of recognizable games that are obvious draws for anyone considering subscribing to the service. However, in addition to these popular titles, diamonds in the rough lurk, just waiting to be chanced upon. RELATED:Best Games On Xbox Game Pass From indie titles that are rarely spoken of to triple-A giants that did not garner nearly as much love as they deserved, hidden gems are just waiting to be discovered on Xbox Game Pass....

TheBorderlandsfranchise is renowned for its expansive cast of bizarre and absurd characters. While the main cast ofBorderlandstends to be neutral, its supporting cast can get pretty wacky, with both allies and villains alike given some wonderfully satirical voice lines. From theinfamous Face McShootywho begs players to shoot him in the face, to fan-favorites like Scooter, theBorderlandsfranchise has no shortage of colorful characters, and the Flynt family may include some of the most memorable....

There are many factors inSid Meier’s Civilization 6that can help lead players to victory. One of these factors is the obtaining of Great People. However, some players may have noticed the option to pass up on a Great Person when they have the opportunity to receive one. ManyCivilization 6players would likely wonder what’s the point of passing up on a Great Person. After all, there’s a limited amount of each type in the game....

343 Industries’Halo Infinitehas officially broughtHaloback into the gamer consciousness in a big way with its multiplayer and campaign. Many are claiming that not only isHalo Infinitethe bestHalopackage since the days of Bungie but that its campaign is the best it has been in over a decade. That’s quite an acheivement for 343 Industries, and now one of the co-creators of the originalHalohas noticed and given his stamp of approval onInfinite’s campaign....

Summary Asymmetrical multiplayer games have really grown in popularity over the last few years, andDead by Daylighthas played a large role in that recent surge. Pitting four Survivors against one Killer,Dead by Daylight’s gameplay loop changes dramatically depending on which team the player is on, and that’s helped to keep the game fresh for seven years now. Of course, as is the case with any good ongoing multiplayer game,Dead by Daylighthas also stayed popular thanks to its consistent stream of updates, each new Chapter bringing with it at leastone new Survivor and Killer....

Asymmetrical games have a rocky history, with many innovative titles failing to garner an audience and ultimately fading into obscurity. The same cannot be said forDead by Daylight.Horror fans fell in love with its cat and mouse gameplay that pits one Killer against four Survivors and have stuck with the game ever since. Related:Dead By Daylight: How To Counter Slugging Since its 2016 release,Dead by Daylighthas undergone numerous changes, its roster of Survivors and Killers has expanded, and iconic horror franchises have joined the game....

Summary Destiny 2developer Bungie has almost always had a rocky relationship with its players. While some of this is to be expected due to players requesting changes to their favorite MMO that simply aren’t feasible, the relationship between Bungie andDestiny 2’s players has never been as much on a tightrope as it is right now. Afterthe recent layoffs at Bungie, the delay of the upcomingThe Final Shapeexpansion, and plenty of lackluster updates made to the game over the last year, players are on the brink of losing hope in the developer, leaving the trust that Bungie has worked so hard to earn over the years dwindling....

Summary TheDragon Ballseries holds a significant place in the hearts of manga and anime enthusiasts worldwide, largely due to its captivating combat sequences. While not every chapter reachesthe narrative depth ofDragon Ball Z(DBZ), the franchise consistently delivers remarkable battles. What distinguishes these battles are their visually appealing animations and the inventive techniques wielded by the characters.Dragon Ball’s strength lies in its knack for crafting unconventional and visually stunning attacks, adding positively to the viewer’s experience....

Summary Fallout 4’s average load times have decreased considerably on the PS5 after the game’s next-gen patch. The recentFallout 4patch has been controversial since its release, but it’s not without its perks for current-gen gamers, as shown by this change. Released last week, theFallout 4next-gen updatewas eagerly expected by the game’s community, as Bethesda promised several improvements to the post-apocalyptic open-world title. Some of the changes introduced in the update include Widescreen and Ultra-Widescreen support for PC players, new armors, weapon bundles, several bug fixes, and Performance and Quality modes for consoles, as well as support for higher resolutions....

Video game narratives have become complex structures with branching paths, with mostly linear narratives requiring something extra to really stand out in a market where player freedom is sought out more often than not. As a result,many games end up integrating bad endings in their video gamesto punish players for being evil, missing out on key tasks, ignoring the bulk of the game’s content, and everything else along the same lines....