Summary Call of Dutyis a goliath in the world of mainstream gaming. Its annual release schedule, while regularly criticized, has allowed it to retain relevance over an extended period, and itsWarzonefree-to-play mode has transformed the franchise into a quasi-live-service entity, drawing in countless players every month. Naturally, this means thatCall of Dutyis often in the spotlight, with no shortage of attention being drawn to any potential controversies or questionable decisions....

Summary EA Sports College Football 25released a new update called the Title Update August 29, and the patch is already available to download on consoles. This update coincided with the launch ofCollege Football 25Season 2, which will add new player rewards across all modes and the Daily Solo Seasons mode. SinceCollege Football 25’s release, EA has listened to player feedback and updated the game almost weekly to keep it in the best shape possible, whether through new additions or general fixes....

Make no mistake aboutCollege Football 25: defense is harder to play than it ever has been in a football video game. This includes the previous NCAA entries and the entire Madden series. It is difficult to master the art of playing defense in EA’s newest title, and itis going to take players some time to get the hang of it. From knowing which kind of plays work best in each situation to when one needs to take control over a player, learning the ins and outs of the defensive side of the ball will take some time, especiallyon the higher difficulties....

Summary Cyberpunk 2077featured several outcomes for V at the end of the base game’s story, but nothing highlighted the importance of choice like thePhantom LibertyDLC. As the only expansion forCyberpunk 2077,Phantom Libertybrought a thrilling new chapter to life, as characters Solomon Reed and Songbird presented a difficult choice for players to make. The crossroads the DLC brings V to is a compelling arc in the expansion’s story, and it could have been just the beginning of what is to be expected withCyberpunk 2077’s sequel, Project Orion....

Soulslikes are coming out all the time, and it’s not hard to see why. Genre leaderElden Ringjust got itsShadow of the ErdtreeDLC,Lies of Pdropped within the last year, andBlack Myth: Wukongis around the corner, all of them refreshing interest in the format every few months.Deathboundmay not share their impact, but that doesn’t mean it’s fated to sink back into the sea of indie Soulslikes. As formulaic as it can be,Deathboundsurrounds its standard Souls core with enough experiments to create something that enthusiasts will appreciate....

Summary Destiny 2has been experiencing a massive resurgence since The Final Shape expansion launched, with players praising Bungie for the story that concluded the Light and Darkness saga as well as other major elements like gameplay features, the Prismatic subclass, world design, and more. The Final Shape addressed most ofDestiny 2’s biggest issues and improved on them so much that the game can feel brand-new and yet familiar. Although the expansion’s highs are much more prominent than the lows,Destiny 2’s new Episode 1 and everything it brings is stirring a controversy regarding the past seasonal model, Bungie’s decisions, and time-gated content....

The upcoming sci-fi horror gameDirective 8020is set to continue expanding the already large interconnected world of theDark Pictures Anthology. Supermassive Games' collection of interactive, narrative-driven games gets more ambitious with each new entry, and this latest title looks like it may raise the bar again. It’s a busy time for the British developer, with the imminent release ofThe Casting of Frank Stone, andLittle Nightmares 3coming next year too, butDirective 8020deserves its own spotlight thanks to a strong cast and exciting premise....

Summary WhileDoctor Whohas been very innovative as of late, the franchise is going to see the return of one fan-favorite seasonal tradition in 2024, and fans are sure to be just as excited by the return as the cast and crew are to do it. Doctor Whohas been around for ages and has taken up a firm and often unmoving spot in the cultural zeitgeist as one of the premiere science fiction shows on TV....

Summary Warning: This article contains spoilers for Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. SomeElden Ringplayers are wondering how Romina, one ofShadow of the Erdtree’s Remembrance bosses, ended up having no cutscene in the DLC despite her importance. Only a few Remembrance bosses inElden Ring’s base game lacked a cinematic intro. Shadow of the Erdtree,Elden Ring’s sole expansion that was released on June 21, introduced new Remembrance bosses scattered across the Land of Shadow....

Summary If there’s one thing that the release ofElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreemakes readily apparent, it’s that FromSoftware is a truly talented studio when it comes to compelling creature design. The base game ofElden Ring, along with FromSoftware’s entire previous catalog of titles, showcases some enemy designs that are both inventive and horrific, but the grotesque new foes players have to contend with inElden Ring’sShadow of the Erdtreeexpansion elevate those qualities to the next level....

When most people think of gaming, they think about sleek black electronics and fast-paced, violent media, but that is quickly changing. Every year, more and morewomen and girls play games, plus, the pandemic caused millions of non-gamers to commit to a few games on a Nintendo Switch, leading to a boom in simple, calm, and aesthetically pleasing indie games. Now, one of the most iconic “girly” games ever made,Hello Kitty Island Adventureis making the jump from iOS to Nintendo Switch in early 2025....

Zenless Zone Zero’s Shiyu Defense is the best game mode for farming Polychromes and Dennies. However, some new players might wonder how to access it or what the game mode’s fundamentals are. This guide explains everything you need to know about Shiyu Defense inZenless Zone Zeroand offers tips on maximizing your chances of clearing its challenging Nodes. The Shiyu Defense Game Mode, Explained The Shiyu Defense mode is a time-limited Node-clearing game mode....

Summary A newFallout 4mod introduces a pirate-themed raider outfit, letting players dress up as a pirate captain. TheFallout 4modding community keeps expanding, offering fresh and creative ways to enjoy the game. Fallout 4players take on the role of the Sole Survivor, stepping out of Vault 111 into a world packed with mutated creatures, advanced robots called Synths, and the remains of human civilization. The game gives players a lot of freedom to shape their own story and character development....