Companions and sidekicks have always been a core part of theStar Warsexperience, from R2-D2 and C-3PO in the original trilogy to K-2SO inRogue Oneand BD-1 in Respawn’sStar Wars Jediseries. These companion characters often provide some much-needed comic relief, and offer up some useful services that the main protagonist requires on their journey. Companions have become animportant tradition forStar Wars, and it’s a tradition thatStar Wars Outlaws' developers are embracing fully....

Summary AStardew Valleyplayer has shared an embarassing moment that they experienced while building a fence on their farm. While the player says they feel foolish about it, it’s a good teaching moment for fans ofStardew Valleyto be aware of what they have available to them when building fences. Stardew Valleyplayers are allowed to decorate their farms as they see fit. Fans can buildperfectStardew Valleyfarmswith every single corner set up just as they like it, or they can stick to minimalistic and functional decorations and barriers....

Summary There are a lot of compelling dynamics inStranger Things, be they platonic or romantic. Season 4 finally sealed the deal between Joyce and Hopper, Mike and Eleven reconciled after Season 3’s rocky ending, and Robin got the woman of her dreams.Stranger Thingsfans never got to see Eddie and Chrissy together, but at least Nancy and Jonathan, Max and Lucas, and Dustin and Suzie are still going strong. But who does that leave?...

Summary Deck buildingis one of the most fun yet criminally under-explored genres in gaming, at least when it comes toco-op gaming. There are plenty of options for players that want to play a single-player Roguelike deck-building game, but players who want to do so with friends have much more limited options, at least unless they want to download mods. Fortunately, while the selection is a little slim, there are still some absolute masterpieces available for groups with that specific itch!...

Summary TheMetroidvaniagenre gets its name from a combination of bothMetroidandCastlevania, both of which pioneered the genre’s non-linear level design and exploration-focused gameplay. The formula for this genre was then further solidified withSuper MetroidandCastlevania: Symphony Of The Night. There have been a wide variety of Metroidvanias released since the genre’s conception, and while many of them have been entries intheMetroidfranchise(such asMetroid Dread), many of these titles have been independently developed. Metroidvanias have become increasingly popular over the years, especially among indie developers, thanks to the success stories of games such asAxiom Verge,and the smash-hit,Hollow Knight....

Summary Clash of Clansis a popularmobile strategy gamethat gives players the tools to train powerful armies to crush enemy bases. Key to this areSiege Machines, units which carry Clan Castle troops and are not affected by spells. They are unlocked through the Siege Workshop and can be upgraded in the Laboratory for elixir.Whether busting through walls, flying over them, or flinging flames, Siege Machines are a crucial part of an attack....

Summary Minecraftis one of, if not the biggest and longest-running survival sandbox games out there, so it naturally serves as a benchmark for many other younger games in the genre likeValheim. There’s a lot thatValheimcould learn fromMinecraft, especially regarding the latter game’s endless supply of post-launch updates, years after its initial release. However, there are both pros and cons to turningValheiminto a game with never-ending updates. WhileValheimcould benefit from expanding itself beyond the game’s current roadmap for future updates, there’s more to this situation than meets the eye, and there are some concerns to be had either way should the game come to an end soon or attempt to follow inMinecraft’s footsteps with endless post-launch updates....

Summary While there were plenty of memorable moments inWednesdayseason 1,the hitNetflixseries had one particular scene that went viral. Fans watched it countless times on social media, did their own version on TikTok, and wanted to hear about Jenna Ortega’s filming experience. It was no doubt a moment that put the show on the map and made people want to watch it. AlthoughWednesdayseason 2 should build on one friendshipandhave a fun reveal for Wednesday’s stalker,the second season also needs a viral moment that will be even better and more exciting than the first one....

Summary As a studio, Monolith Productions is synonymous with adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s fictional universe,The Lord of The Rings. While the developer has a history-themed around Middle-Earth in its most famous releases, it’s venturing into the relatively unknown by branching out into the superhero genre to bringWonder Womanto life in an open-world action-adventure game. Not much is known about the title in terms of gameplay elements apart from its expected style of play, and while it’s expected to feature pieces of creative brilliance, Monolith’s upcomingWonder Womangame would do well to walk down the road Rockstar paved inRed Dead Redemptionwith the heroine’s famous Lasso of Truth....

With early access fast approaching for those who pre-ordered the Gold and Ultimate Editions, the hype forStar Wars Outlawsis at its peak as only days remain for those who have waited since it was first teased in 2021.Star Wars Outlawstakes the coveted title of being the first open-worldStar Warsgame, starring scoundrel Kay Vess and her adorable companion Nix. For those who dream of exploring the galaxy much like Han Solo was once known for doing,Outlawsis a dream come true while Jedi fans are left behind for once....

Resident Evilis barreling ahead into its next era. After last year’s excellentResident Evil 4 Remake, there were some widespread rumors and fan theories about what would come next for Capcom’s survival horror staple. Assumptions were that the studio would continue its prior pattern of the next numbered remake and major entry. This seems to not be the case, though, as prominent leaks suggest remakes ofResident Evil 0andCODE: Veronicawill be the next projects....

Summary InWorld of Warcraft ClassicSeason of Discovery, Druid players who obtain Sulfuras, Hand of Ragnaros have their cat forms transformed into flaming lions. Though fans can get this fiery cosmetic in modernWorld of Warcraft, they have never been able to do so inClassicuntil now. Recently,World of Warcraftlaunched Phase 4 of Season of Discovery. The first max-level update for the experimental servers added new things to the game, and made tons of changes to existing content....

There is no such thing as having too much inventory space inWorld of Wacraft. Even with theintroduction of Reagent Bags, it is easy to quickly fill up your bags while you are out questing and leveling. This is especially the case when a new expansion comes out and the journey to reach the level cap again begins. Sure, at the start, your bags may be empty and organized, but several levels later your 30-slot bags are somehow already full....