Summary Ubisoftapologized to the Sekigahara Teppo-tai infantryman reenactment group after unknowingly using the organization’s banner in the development ofAssassin’s Creed Shadows. The next mainline entry into the long-runningAssassin’s Creedseries is already no stranger to controversy. However,Ubisofthas now also drawn criticism due to one of the flags used in the game’s concept art and its potential infringement on a local troupe’s design. Since the series debuted, fans ofAssassin’s Creedhave been requesting a mainline entry to the series set sometime during medieval Japan....

Summary Of all the tropes that could exist in horror or thriller movies, the stalker is always a winning choice. There are so many story possibilities here, from a main character investigating the threat on their own without the help of authorities to several red herrings appearing. When fans tuned into theWednesdayseason 1 finale, they learned thatan eerie figure was following Jenna Ortega’s characterWednesday Addams. After the unexpected reveal ofthe Hyde Monster, it made sense that it would be time for a second mystery....

Quick Links The Sims 4released nearly a decade ago, but it’s still going strong. The developers keep improving the game regularly with free updates as well as paid DLC. This way, players regularly get access to new activities, skills, traits, furniture, and clothes, which keeps the game as entertaining as ever. A new base game update forThe Sims 4is about to drop, and gamers will want to ensure they’re ready for it....

Summary World of Warcrafthas finally fixed the Warband Bank a week after it was supposed to be added in theWar WithinPre-Expansion Update. After resolving a critical issue with the new feature,World of Warcraftplayers can now use the Warband Bank to easily transfer and store items across all of their characters. Warbands is the name given to a collection of newalt-friendly features that arrived in theWorld of Warcraft: The War WithinPre-Patch. This umbrella covers quality-of-life improvements like account-wide reputations and achievement progress, improvements to the transmog collection process, and the Warband Bank – a shared storage area accessible by any character on an account....

Summary AnXbox 360fan found a copy ofNeed for Speed: Most Wantedwhen they opened their used Elite console’s disc tray. Microsoft released multipleXbox 360variations over the course of the console’s lifespan. The initial batch of Xbox 360 consoles were not exactly the most well-made machines, with the Red Ring of Death causing over half of them to stop working. Microsoft eventually released revamped Xbox 360 consoles without the dreaded defects that plagued its original batch of consoles....

Quick Links As you begin your adventure throughYakuza 0and expose yourself to the world ofmany different mini-games, including Pocket Circuit, you will find a world of new friends who love the sport, and want to teach you the ways of the game. However, the best way to improve your chances while playing Pocket Circuit is by upgrading your parts as much as possible. In order to do this, however, there are certain locations where each part can be found....

Summary A fan ofThe Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princesshas shared their impressive cosplay of the Princess herself. FellowTwilight Princessplayers seem to be very impressed by the cosplay, not only for its execution, but also due to the user’s likeness to the character. Twilight Princessis a popular entryin theZeldaseries, though it’s often overshadowed by recent launches likeBreath of the WildandTears of the Kingdom, or even older games likeOcarina of Time. The game was Nintendo’s attempt to reinstill some of the gritty, creepy qualities ofMajora’s MaskandOcarina of Time....

There’s nothing wrong with a game being short. Many modern video game developers fall into the trap of extending their offerings with a ton of filler, which can prove to be a detriment for players who just want to enjoy the experience instead of being forced to trudge through hours of unnecessary content to get to the good stuff. This is why players love Nintendo games, with most of these experiences cutting out the fluff and ensuring that players are in for a wild ride from start to end....

Summary Sometimes, life can just be too much for gamers, and when that happens, it can be beneficial to turn to video games that bring comfort and joy to players. These games can either bemajor successes with relaxing elementsor just games that people have mentioned being comforting for one reason or another. Looking at the open-world genre, there are actually quite a lot of games that players find to fall into the category of comforting and relaxing to play....

Summary OLED monitors are shaking up the gaming display scene thanks to their superior image quality and responsiveness compared to traditional TN, VA, and IPS panels. But with concerns about burn-in and cost, is the switch to an OLED monitor worth it for your gaming setup? Here are our top five reasons why you should consider buying an OLED monitor when upgrading or buying a newgaming monitorin 2024. 1. True Blacks and Stunning Contrast The allure of OLED lies in its deep black levels and infinite contrast ratio....

Summary For every indie game that seems to break through and have some mainstream success, there are dozens (if not hundreds) of titles that go relatively unnoticed by the masses. One such title isArco, which despite some early praise from a very promising Steam Next Fest demo and an incredibly strong critical reception, is already serving as yet another cautionary tale of the dangers of indie game development. WhileArcois already garnering plenty of nods from tactics fans as one of the year’s bestindie games, the title’s small team of developers has recently spoken out regarding the game’s commercial performance, prompting other indie devs to follow suit....

Summary TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise has explored a wide variety of historical settings and major events, since debuting in 2007. The series’ most recent title,Mirage, sawplayers explore 9th-Century Baghdad, in an origin story for one of the series’ overarching antagonists, Basim. While the larger franchise has transitioned to a more self-contained and ancient list of settings and events, more recent history presents a host of compelling eras in which the centuries-long conflict between Assassins and Templars could be set....

Summary Black Myth: Wukongsold over 10 million copies in its first three days after release. Inspired by the 16th-century Chinese novelJourney to the West,Black Myth: Wukonghas been a huge hit around the world, achieving success both in its native China and in the West. Originally announced in 2020,Black Myth: Wukongquickly impressed gamers with its graphics and unique style. After several years in development,Black Myth: Wukongwas released globally on August 20, with many fans claiming that the title delivered on the expectations it had set, offering an action-packed adventure set in a gorgeous world....