Summary Game InformerEditor-in-Chief Matt Miller has finally addressed the magazine’s shutdown a few days after the news first broke. Late last week, gamers were shocked to hear that Game Informer was closing after nearly 33 years, leaving countless articles, videos, and other exclusive content inaccessible. Gaming retailer FuncoLand first started distributing Game Informer back in 1991, and it would go on to be one of the most popular gaming magazines, even afterGameStoppurchased its parent company in 2000....

Quick Links There’s a lot to be said about characters that regularly pop up in theGodzillamovies. Naturally, there’s The King of Monsters and the various kaiju that he grapples with. Then there are thecolorful alien raceswho use devices to mind control kaiju to do their bidding. There are also some prominent human characters that recur, from psychic Miki Saegusa to the lesser loved Dr. Niko Tatopoulos fromGodzilla(1998) and the sequel cartoonGodzilla: The Series....

Summary The latestHelldivers 2leak suggests that the Impaler from the first game will be added to the enemy lineup in the future.Helldivers 2features an extensive roster of enemies, each having unique skills and attributes. These creatures belong to Terminid and Automaton factions, occupying planets within the galaxy. In order to liberate planets and defend the Super Earth, players must go up against both armies. The purpose ofHelldivers 2is to spread Managed Democracy throughout the galaxy and liberate planets from invaders....

LEGO Fortnitehas received several quality-of-life updates with the release of the v30.40 update, including the ability tofast travel between Bus Stationsand the option to alter world settings in-game. Additionally, the update introduces two additional vehicles and extra toys for players to enjoy. While Pressure Plates and Trigger Plates are among the recent toys introduced with the fast travel update, Activated Balloons have also made their debut. Although Balloons have been a feature inLEGO Fortnitefor a while, Activated Balloons come with a unique function that sets them apart....

Quick Links Star Wars Outlawsfulfills the fantasy of many players who want to be a rapscallion in a dangerous and treacherous world. While the game successfullycreates an immersive experience, a few elements can break that immersion. One such issue is theuse of yellow paint to indicate the pathahead or mark climbable surfaces. While some players may not find this feature bothersome — in fact, some might even appreciate its presence — others may dislike its inclusion....

Quick Links Star Wars Outlawshas finally arrived, and many fans are enjoying the opportunity torole-play a roguish thiefnavigating a galaxy dominated by the Empire and various criminal organizations. As a result, you’ll find yourself in blaster fights more often than you might expect. Shooting enemies inStar Wars Outlawsis straightforward — just point and shoot. However, controller players often struggle with this. Although the game offers Aim Assist, a controller still doesn’t quite match the precision of a mouse and keyboard....

Summary Getting into a new game like Whitethorn’sCalicois a different process for everyone. Some gamers do plenty of research ahead of time, while others prefer a blind playthrough. Others can struggle simply to find games they can even play due to disabilities, though, and situations like that are navigated by developers through accessibility features. To explore the importance of the topic, Game Rant’s Joshua Duckworth sat down with Matthew White, CEO ofWhitethorn Games....

Summary Character customization has become a key part of the online multiplayer experience, especially when it comes to the hero shooter genre.Overwatchis packed to the brim with vibrant skins that suit the game’s cartoon-y aesthetic perfectly and incentivize players to keep grinding away to earn the game’s currency. EvenMarvel Rivals' Betahad its fair share of alternate comic-inspired outfits. Thankfully,Concorddoesn’t skimp out on its customization either. Concordgives players a bevy of customization features, easily putting it right alongside leading figures likeOverwatch....

Summary Kai Cenat recently disclosed that he declined an invitation to collaborate with Vice President Kamala Harris on a proposedTwitchlivestream event. According to theTwitchsensation, this opportunity arose after he received multiple stream requests from the U.S. Secret Service. The streaming industry has seen substantial growth in recent years, evolving from a niche interest into a major player in entertainment and media. Streamers now have considerable influence, affecting public opinion and trends across various platforms....

Summary Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2has been rated in South Korea. This turn of events serves as an encouraging update for fans, as the rating’s very emergence makes it less likely thatKingdom Come: Deliverance 2will suffer any significant delays. The sequel to Warhorse Studios' 2018 RPG was revealed in April 2024. On that occasion, publisher Deep Silver said thatKingdom Come: Deliverance 2is targeting a late 2024 release. But with two-thirds of the year now over and no release date in sight, some fans have been growing concerned that the game might end up getting pushed back....

Quick Links The Eye of Sauron is one of the most iconic images in movie history, and serves as the physical representation of the far more ethereal villain that is Sauron in Peter Jackson’sThe Lord of the Ringstrilogy. This giant fiery eyeball is only one of the many forms taken by Sauron in these films, making his actual physical form quite difficult to deduce. What does Sauron actually look like, and how accurate are the movies' depictions in comparison to the original books?...

Summary A luckyPokemon GOplayer was able to catch the Shadow form of the Dragon-Type critter Dratini, which featured amazing stats. Gamers who play entries in Nintendo’s creature catching franchise can be quite fortunate and run into awesome pocket monsters in their most desirable states. This can be especially true for those who playPokemon GO. Players are able to catch special versions of pocket monsters inPokemon GOafter defeating a member ofTeam GO Rocket....

Quick Links Scopely’sMonopoly GOkeeps the traditional gameplay of building properties and collecting rent but spices it up with themed events and minigames. A popular example is the dig events, where players search for hidden treasures. The 2023 board game is now having moreTreasures Hunt eventslately. A brand-new Dino Treasures event has arrived just two weeks after the previous Greek Treasures minigame. This means more rewards for players, including the highly sought-after Wild Sticker and board token....