Summary Players continue to make surprising discoveries inStardew Valley, including one unlucky fan who encountered a little-known prize that can be earned by failing the strength test at the Fair.Stardew Valleyremains one of the most popular life-sim games of all time, and the community has come together to celebrate this amusing detail that many players have never found before. Offering a unique time cycle, theseasonal events inStardew Valleyallow players to experience unique cutscenes and mini-games while also providing an opportunity to win and purchase rare in-game items....

Summary Starfieldhas captured the imagination of players with its intergalactic exploration and its investigation of deep questions concerning science and spirituality. It’s a title that was years in the making, and while it isn’t perfect, it represents yet another successful release from Bethesda. One of the most exciting parts of the game is the space battles. Unfortunately, there aren’t too many of them inStarfield, and when they do appear it’s usually a small affair....

Summary InMarvel Comics, Venomstarted out as a part of Spider-Man’s lore. This alien symbiote corrupts its host, typically Peter Parker, with monstrous desires, monstrous actions, and in some iterations, monstrous dance moves. But over the years,Venom has become an important character in his own right. In fact, Venom now has his own movie franchise starring the acclaimed Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock, the other individual who often has the alien symbiote attached to him....

Summary Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick has recently reinforced the company’s decision not to release its games on day one onXbox Game Pass, calling the idea irrational. While Take-Two Interactive has added popular games such asGrand Theft Auto 5toXbox Game Passbefore, the publisher never did the same with its major games during releases. Earlier this year, Microsoft confirmed thatCall of Duty: Black Ops 6would be on Game Pass on day one....

Star Wars Outlawsis an open-world RPG with a skill tree of sorts. Along the way, players will come across specific NPCs calledExperts. These Experts will unlock those skill trees, which requires either materials or players the completion of tasks like knocking out enemies in a specific way. OnStar Wars Outlaws’starter planet, Cantonica, Kay will meet Bram Shano. On the second planet, where the game fully opens up on Toshara, players can meet Selo Rovak and Aila Bren....

Summary When it finally comes out,The Elder Scrolls 6has some big shoes to fill. For all its faults and many, many re-releases,Skyrimremains one of themost fondly remembered RPGsof the last few console generations, offering players a vast open world to explore and navigate. Dungeons, caves, ancient ruins, and temples litter the entire map, just waiting to be discovered and plundered for loot. And while it’s been many years since the game dropped, millions of fans remember their first time exploring the land of the Nords....

The First Descendantis a loot-based shooter that pits players against the elements, plowing through waves of enemies in order to obtain valuable rewards. Some items may help boost players' stats, while others can upgrade weapons and armor for harder battles. The only way to get stronger is to continue joining missions and playing with other gamers around the world to continue obtaining these rewards. In addition to these missions and rewards, players have the option of purchasing skins for their character, brand-new characters, and more bonuses inThe First Descendant’s shop....

Summary The Monsterverse has steadily stomped to being Hollywood’s second most consistent shared universe. Despite a few blips, it has quickly built to a headline bout between the rampaging reptileGodzillaand the prodigious primate Kong. Headlining the last two successful movies, the pair have packed out movie theaters with a great mix of kaiju smack-downs, eye-popping neon visuals, comedy, and high-stakes plots. ButGodzillaand Kong have been around for the best part of a century, and the American blockbusters still have plenty of history to tap into surrounding the two charismatic monsters....

Logitech G Pro X SE Gaming Headset Shoppers can now grab the newly introduced Logitech G Pro X SE gaming headset at a record-low price. Thanks to the 30% discount, this superb wired headset is available for just $69.99. It is extremely versatile thanks to its standard 3.5 mm connector, supporting platforms like PlayStation, PC, and Xbox. For gamers looking for a fresh headset, Amazon has slashed the price of theLogitech G Pro X SE....

Elden Ringis known for its NPC questlines that stretch the main story into different dimensions, and theShadow Of The ErdtreeDLC is no different. As you progress in the Realm of Shadow, you meet many NPCs with each of them having their own goals and reasons. One of these NPCs is Thiollier, a Tarnished who’s obsessed with poison and St. Trina. One of the coolest things aboutThiollier’squestlineinElden Ring’s DLCis you’ll experience his growth as you progress his story....

Summary TheTower of Godis home to manymysteries, with each level adding to the ever-expanding lore. Several entities within the Tower stand as symbols of authority, ranging from Floor to Test Administrators to several other officials who carry out the will of Zahard, the Tower’s ruler. Among them are specially selected people who hold a position of immense power and influence—a group of women known as Zahard’s Princesses. They play a pivotal role in the overarching story and politics within the Tower....

JRPGs have some of the most compelling stories in video games probably because they have more time to cook. The average playtime for a lot of them ranges in the forty-hour mark which can be a lot to take in for some players with busy lives. That said, some games need to be played just for the story alone. The turn-based combat and graphics may also be compelling about some of these entries, but the narratives transcend the genre....

Summary Valve has revealedDeadlock, its latest game that combines elements of several popular multiplayer genres. Its announcement arrived without much fanfare, following a long string of comprehensive leaks aboutValve’s upcoming title. Deadlockhas been Valve’s worst-kept secret since May 2024, when the company launched its invite-only alpha via Steam. Everyone who got into the test was first greeted with a screen asking them not to share “anything about the game with anyone....