What Baldur's Gate 3 Has Learned From the Divinity Series

A brand new mainline game in the massively successfulBaldur’s Gateseries,Baldur’s Gate 3,is currently in early access and will likely remain there for another year. With Larian Studios picking up development of the series, many fans were surprised but excited to hear that the studio behind theDivinityseries had successfully acquired the IP rights to theBaldur’s Gate. The massive success ofDivinity: Original SinandDivinity: Original Sin 2seemed to be the biggest catalysts for Larian Studios ending up as the developers forBaldur’s Gate 3....

July 2, 2025 · 5 min · 1000 words · Emily Love

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Sinatanika Shrine Walkthrough (Combat Training: Sneakstrike)

InTears of the Kingdom,there are a variety of Shrines that serve more to teach Link the basics of combat rather than impose a mind-bending puzzle. Still, though, many of theseShrines oriented around Combat Trainingaren’t the easiest to figure out – especially when the main mechanic being tested in the Shrine isTears of the Kingdom’s stealth. RELATED:Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Where to Go First The Sinatanika Shrineis one such Shrine, found relatively out of the way in the Akkala Highlands out in eastern Hyrule....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 628 words · Deborah Silva

"Rivals on Top of Rivals Within Rivals", Heroes, and Goals

Marvel Rivalscombines two very popular formulas: the Marvel brand with tactical hero shooter gameplay. It’s a formula for success, which is also evidenced by the immediate community that has cropped up aroundMarvel Rivals' upcoming closed Beta(and prior closed Alpha), around each reveal, and everything seen so far heading into release. Of course, it’s not wise to count eggs before they hatch, but it seems Marvel Rivals taps into something special....

July 1, 2025 · 11 min · 2230 words · Paul Erickson

10 Best Light Novels To Read If You Like Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End

Summary Finding light novels similar toFrieren: Beyond Journey’s Endis as difficult as finding anime likeFrieren. No one light novel or anime is a perfect analogue for the manga-anime that’s redefining the community’s expectations for fantasy and slice-of-life. But there are stand-out titles perfect for fans who want to read light novels with themes, approaches, and vibes comparable toFrieren. Second chances and long, retrospective journeys are almost a character in some of the following titles....

July 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1093 words · Natasha Mason

2023's new Fortnite games Made it the Most Important Year in Fortnite's History

Summary As 2023 comes to a close,Fortnitecame out with a set of updates that made it the most impactful year in the game’s history. WhileFortnitehas had enduring popularity for years, it just unlocked the opportunity to spread even further than before. The developers have shown a willingness to try something new with the game, and there’s a real chance that the new direction could end up as a striking success. Of course, it’s far too early to make any broad assumptions yet, butFortnitehas put itself in a potentially high-reward position....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Stephanie Wilkinson

3 Things We Love About Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy (& 3 Things We Don't)

Given that many people consider them to be three ofthe best PS2-era titlesof all time, some may see Rockstar’s decision to release definitive editions of the original 3DGrand Theft Autotrilogy as a brave one. Considering how common remakes and remasters are these days though, others will no doubt argue that it was only a matter of time before Rockstar decided to jump on the re-releasing bandwagon as well. Whether or not the resulting games can truly be described as “definitive” editions, however, is very much a matter for debate....

July 1, 2025 · 7 min · 1336 words · April Ryan

5 Previous Marvel Actors Who Deserve Multiverse Redemption

Marvel Studios has begun bringing in actors from films that aren’t considered MCU canon, thanks toSpider-Man: No Way Homeand the supposed return of Professor X inDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.Fans were excited to see Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield reprise their Spider-Man roles and continue their story alongside Tom Holland, making these cameos one of the biggest successes the MCU has had to date. A lot of viewers are hoping that the originalX-Men will returnin some fashion, the way Evan Peters did inWandaVision,and with the expansion of the multiverse almost anything is possible....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 837 words · Sonya Rogers

A Game of Thrones Game Should Explore The Long Night

Game of Thronesis once again dominating the Internet thanks to its prequel seriesHouse of the Dragonon HBO. Viewers are being whisked back to Westeros, and it has been a great time so far, but there are even more stories that could be told outside the HBO shows. Specifically, the video game industry is rife with potential when it comes to adaptingvarious time periods on Westeros. Long before the events ofGame of Thronesand the story ofHouse of the Dragon, there was the Long Night....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 689 words · Cindy Andrews

A Ghost of Tsushima 2 Update is Long Overdue

Summary Sucker Punch Productions' acclaimed action-adventure gameGhost of Tsushimawas a surprise hit when it was released in 2020. Its success can be attributed to its captivating open-world portrayal of feudal Japan, its relatableprotagonist in Jin Sakai, its satisfying combat mechanics, and its use of audio and visuals to establish the game’s historical and emotional immersion. While it wasn’t universally praised, it has been considered one of the most noteworthy games in recent memory and, quite literally, a work of art not easily overlooked....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 733 words · Renee Hickman

Act Fast and Get $40 Off on Corsair K70 RGB TKL Champion Series Gaming Keyboard

Corsair K70 RGB TKL Champion Series Gaming Keyboard The Corsair K70 RGB TKL Champion Series Gaming Keyboard is designed for competitive gaming, as part of the Corsair Champion Series tested by top esports professionals. Its tenkeyless form factor saves space and enhances portability, while a detachable USB Type-C cable and tournament mode switch makes it an ideal choice for competitions.Equipped with Corsair OPX RGB Optical-Mechanical key switches, this keyboard provides hyper-fast input, a one millimeter actuation distance, smooth linear travel, and a lifespan of 150 million keystrokes....

July 1, 2025 · 3 min · 442 words · Max Roberts

Best Sci-fi Game From Every Year In the 2000s

Summary Sci-fi games have been a regular fixture within the industry sinceSpace Invadershit the shelves and became an instant classic. Each year, developers release more and more stunningly realized sci-fi worlds. Innovative titles that push our imaginations into the future. Where humanity wars with alien races, robots gain sentience, and travel between the stars is no longer just a dream. The 2000s saw video games grow and develop, with the industry becoming the worldwide juggernaut we see today....

July 1, 2025 · 7 min · 1361 words · Elizabeth Villegas

Best Sujimon In Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealthis the latest installment in the franchise, and it puts players in the shoes of Ichiban Kasuga. Throughout the game, players will have the opportunity to learn new things about the main protagonist. Aside from the engaging main story, they will be exposedto several interesting substories, one of which revolves around Sujimon. Sujimon is a parody ofPokemon, which is one of the most popular franchises in the world....

July 1, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · Nicholas Taylor

Call of Duty: Vanguard Confirms Plans For A Competitive Mode

Excitement aroundCall of Duty: Vanguardis quickly building, with fans hyped about the plentiful launch content and the fixes being made due to beta feedback. Now, they have something else to be positive about, asCall of Duty: Vanguardwill be getting a ranked mode. The news that a competitive option is coming toCall of Duty: Vanguardwill surely restart the discussion aroundCall of Duty’s skill-based matchmaking. After all, many feel like this would be the way to limit such a system, with SBMM included in ranked play but left off in public matches....

July 1, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · Ashley Wood