Over the course of gaming history,Turn-Based Gameshave come in many shapes and forms. Strategy games andJRPGs dominated the marketfor a very lengthy time, but now there are a wide range of genres and sub-genres that make use of the playstyle. While there are plenty of options on the PlayStation 5 for players seeking a lengthy story or numerous mechanics to juggle, some of the best turn-based games are easier to digest by using looping gameplay — like those in the roguelike genre — allowing for a sharper focus on the turn-based gameplay....

Summary Black Myth: Wukonghas fueled a massive spike in Chinese Steam traffic, which amounted to roughly 1.5 exabytes during its release week. This astonishing figure serves as yet another piece of evidence illustratingBlack Myth: Wukong’s incredible success. Developed and published by China-based studio Game Science,Black Myth: Wukongwas releasedfor the PlayStation 5 and PC on Tuesday, August 20. The action RPG took no time to establish itself as a massive hit, especially in its home country....

Quick Links Black Myth: Wukongis a massive game, and it can take players over 30 hours to finish the main story while ignoring the side content. However, the side quests in the game are rather rewarding, and players can earn powerful abilities that can help them take down enemies quickly. In Chapter 4, playerswill have to fight some of the strongest bosses in the game, which is why it’s necessary to do a little exploring....

Summary When Marvel Studios’Captain America: Brave New Worldhits theaters next year, it’ll bring with it the official introduction of Red Hulk to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The character will be played by thelegendary Harrison Ford, who helped to unveil the first official look at his Hulk during Marvel Studios' Hall H panel during July’s San Diego Comic-Con. Red Hulk is one of many characters set to join Anthony Mackie’s Captain America on the big screen, alongside the likes of Joaquin Torres' Falcon, and the villainous Leader....

Summary Recently, there’s been a decline in spambots and adult-rated ads, specifically onTwitter. While most didn’t immediately recognize the change, a steady presence is making its way in as an alternative. Enter, Chiitan (ちぃたん☆): Japan’s Crazy Mascot! Being designed in 2017, the “baby otter with a turtle on its head” was demonstrated as a fun mascot that frequently appeared in TV programs beside Shinjo-kun, the official mascot for Susaki in Koichi, who’s also an otter....

Summary Pre-orders for a new limited edition DualSense controller themed around the upcoming Sony live-service shooterConcordhave recently gone live on the PlayStation Direct storefront. With less than one month to go until its launch on August 23, hype aroundConcordis rather lukewarm after its recent beta periods, but Sony is seemingly soldiering on with the game’s marketing cycle regardless. Concordis a competitive 5v5 first-person hero shooter and the debut title of Firewalk Studios, a PlayStation first-party team comprised of talent from popular franchises likeDestinyandBioShock....

Summary Even back when it was a mere teaser back in 2023,Concordhas always been on shaky ground with the gaming public. Fortunately for the fledgling title, one of the more controversial aspects ofConcordmay be less of an issue very soon. DespiteConcord’s open beta garnering some positive feedback, the odds are still against Sony’s latest live-service venture. After peaking at a little over 2300 players on Steam (stats for PlayStation are unavailable, but the game is likely faring better on its own turf),Concord’s open beta is back on the decline — and it’s not hard to see why....

Summary Dead by Daylightcame out of the gate swinging with its strong gameplay premise. Though asymmetrical multiplayer games had been attempted before,Dead by Daylight’s 1 Killer vs 4 Survivors system felt like a natural fit for the horror genre, being a highly accessible experience, but offering plenty of room for more complex mechanics and strategies in the future. Eight years later,Dead by Daylightoffers more than enough complexity, with 43 Survivors and 36 Killers currently in the game, each one with its own set of unique Perks and abilities that can drastically affect gameplay....

There’s no denying that theDemon Slayeranime is one of the hottest things in the industry right now. Koyoharu Gotouge’s work on this amazing manga has defined modern pop culture. Numerous fans love to see these breathing styles come to life in the anime in the best way possible. The truth is that none of the flashy effects are happening during each fight, but this creative liberty is what allows the series to flourish....

Warning: Spoilers for Dragon Age: The Veilguard below. Summary According to some new information from Game Informer, the main antagonists ofDragon Age: The Veilguardare Elgar’nan and Ghilan’nain – two prominent elvish gods. WhileDragon Age: The Veilguardled many to believe Solas would be the major villain, it seems like fans may actually end up working with him against two of his fellow Pantheon members. Dragon Age: The Veilguardis the long-awaited sequel toDragon Age: Inquisition, which first introduced players to Solas, now revealed to be Fen’Harel, the Dread Wolf and trickster god of the Elves....

Summary Right now,Dragon Questfans are eating well. The latestDragon Quest Monsterstitle launched at the end of 2023 asDragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince, and the more experimentalDragon Quest Treasureswas released a year before that.Dragon Quest 10 Offlinehas been rolling out in various Asian regions, and fueling theories that a more widespread release will come soon. Long-standing promises forDragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate, as well as the gorgeousDragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, have also given fans hope forDragon Quest’s future, and the wait forDQ3 HD-2Dis about to pay off....

Summary FromSoftware has released a new update forElden Ringin preparation for theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC that allows players to finally summon Torrent during the final boss fight against the Elden Beast.Elden Ringplayers acquire their trusty mount Torrent very early on in the game, allowing them to quickly traverse the Lands Between. Torrent isn’t usable in manyElden Ringboss fights, but there are others where players can indeed mount their steed. One such fight that letsElden Ringplayers summon Torrent is theRadahn boss fight, one of the required bosses that players must beat if they hope to playShadow of the Erdtree....

Summary AnElden Ringmod reimagined FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed open-world Soulslike as aBloodborne-style horror game. Since its release in 2015,Bloodbornehas become one of the most iconic titles of the PlayStation 4 console generation, with critics and fans alike still remembering the game for its fast-paced action and Lovecraftian esthetics. Now, one creativeElden Ringfan is developing a mod that can bringBloodborne’s dark and grim atmosphere to The Lands Between. In recent years, there’s been no shortage of fans who have held out hope thatBloodbornemight eventually venture beyond Sony’s PlayStation consoles....