Summary A Steam user was recently somehow able to unlock an achievement in7 Days to Diedespite not having played the game in more than three years. A small update for7 Days to Diewas released in August that addressed bugs and made other tweaks to the title. Developed by the Texas-based studio The Fun Pimps,7 Days to Dieis a survival horror game set in the aftermath of a theoretical Third World War that went nuclear....
Summary Considering how strong every season ofStranger Thingsis, it’s hard to argue that any episode is dull. The beloved characters, various creatures, and setting of Hawkins, Indiana all add up to one fantastic series. But while most episodes of theNetflixseries are exciting, fun, and surprising,there is one season 2 storyline that viewers didn’t enjoy. Although it involved a major and fan-favorite character, the episode wasn’t well-received for a variety of reasons....
Summary Private Division and Weta Workshop’s cozy farm life simTales of the Shiremight be one of the more innovative games of 2024. There are plenty of cozy games currently on the market, butTales of the Shireinnovates on itsLord of the RingsIP by daring to be anything but ordinary and far from what is expected to come from the fantasy franchise. Based on early previews, it seems to combine the laidback gameplay of titles likeStardew ValleyandAnimal Crossingwith the charm ofThe Lord of the Rings' Hobbits, so it’s already set up to leave a mark (in one way or another)....
Summary The third season ofThat Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slimecontinues, with Rimuru getting officially crowned the head of the Jura Forest. With various races coming to give respects to their new leader, Rimuru winds up hearing that the elves are looking for members of their village who left to find work and have yet to return, prompting an investigation into a slave trade being orchestrated by various leaders in Ballachia....
Summary UnvaultingFortnite’s old Battle Pass skins would be a major move, and it would have some immediate effects on the game. Over the course of its existence,Fortnitehas amassed a massive amount of skins. Most are in-house creations, but the game’s remarkable collection of crossovers has led to an incredible array of guest characters ranging from Superman to Michael Myers. However, the availability of Battle Pass skins is one of the biggest shadows hanging over the game....
Quick Links Among the multiple crafting materials you can farm inThe First Descendant, there are some rare items you can’t obtain from defeating monsters or clearing missions. While you might need them in the early game, their importance skyrockets once you reach the late stages. One such crafting material is the Pure Energy Residue. If you want tounlock top-tier Descendants like Ultimate Bunny, Yujin, or even Luna, you’ll have to collect tons of Pure Energy Residue....
Since its debut in 2005, theGod of Warfranchise has only continued to go from strength to strength with each new entry, and that’s been especially true of the Norse saga.2018’sGod of Warhad the intimidating task of refreshing the franchise for modern audiences, and it ended up delivering one of the best soft reboots in gaming history.God of War Ragnarokthen had the impossible task of following its predecessor, but much like its central protagonist, it once again defied the odds and offered a strong sequel and a fairly satisfying conclusion to the Norse saga....
Summary Something that most likely wasn’t on any anime fan’s bingo card for 2024 isHatsune Miku, the Vocaloid virtual idol, getting an anime project produced by P.A. Works in early 2025. The film titled,Project Sekai the Movie: The Broken World and The Miku Who Can’t Sing, is an adaptation of theHATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE!mobile game and will premiere inJapanese theatreson May 20, 2025. Production Information For the Hatsune Miku Anime Adaptation Known So Far What We Know So Far The story forProject Sekai the Movie: The Broken World and The Miku Who Can’t Singis based on original work by Sega, Colourful Palette and Crypton Future Media, the company responsible for the development of the Vocaloid software through which Miku’s, and all subsequent Vocaloids', music is produced....
Summary Guerrilla Games’Horizonseries is widely known for its stunning visuals, and its reputation began with the release of the first game in the series,Horizon Zero Dawn, on the PlayStation 4 in 2017. Just a few years after its console debut,Horizon Zero Dawnwas ported to the PC, boasting even better graphics than before, thanks to the power supplied by modern PC hardware. From there, Guerrilla followed suit with improved visuals inHorizonZero Dawn’s sequel,Horizon Forbidden West, on the PlayStation 5, which also eventually received an enhanced PC port....
Summary Streaming giantTwitchhas launched a brand-new built-in Collaboration feature for streamers, but many users have responded negatively over the “forced” system and its lack of an opt-out option.Twitchhas seen a number of major changes to the platform over the years, with some adjustments seen as better than others, but this latest update has many scratching their heads and some demanding a quick removal of the feature. One of the biggest platforms for livestreaming, Twitch has received backlash in recent months for a number of reasons, including the shutdown ofTwitch services in South Korea, the revelations of Dr Disrespect’s ban, and the massive user interface overhaul to its mobile app....
Summary NetEase and Tencent reportedly shut downVisions of Mana’s developer, Ouka Studios, soon after the game was released. Reports indicate that the two Chinese companies may be reconsidering their investments in the Japanese gaming market recently, and the developer ofVisions of Manamay be one of the victims of this decision. Originally announced last year,Visions of Manawas released on August 29. The RPG was eagerly awaited by fans due to being the first mainline entry in theManafranchise sinceDawn of Manain 2006....
Focus Entertainment has confirmed thatWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2will offer two different modes: a Quality Mode with 4K resolution at 30 FPS and a Performance Mode that goes up to 60 FPS at 1080p. Additionally, theWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2publisher has answered several fan questions about game modes, cross-play, and more. Scheduled for release on September 9,Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2continues the saga of Lieutenant Titus and the Ultramarines as they battle the Tyranid invasion on the planet Kadaku....
Quick Links Fortnitecreated a smaller version of the Chapter 1 map for the Reload game mode, and it was a success. Players loved being able to land in their favorite locations again,pick up OG weapons, and blast through their enemies. In this game mode, teams will automatically respawn unless the entire team is wiped out or reboot is disabled, which only happens later on in the game. Players can now experience this hectic feeling in the first-ever Fortnite Reload Cup....
