Summary Remedy has promised there will be two pieces of DLC forAlan Wake 2. The first, Night Springs, has been released already, while the second, The Lake House, is set for an October 2024 release. Night Springs features three episodes, with each one tackling a hypothetical scenario within theAlan Wakeuniverse. Although the situations are hypothetical,Alan Wake 2’s Night Springs DLC remains faithful to Remedy traditions. It features live-action portions, and it subverts expectations through its eccentric storytelling....

Blizzard has been rolling out plenty of changes toWorld of Warcraftin preparation for its latest expansion,The War Within, set for release in August. Many of these changes include quality-of-life improvements and features, like theaccount-wide Warband system. Players with a fear of arachnids will be happy to learn that a major accessibility feature for them has also been added to the game: Arachnophobia Mode. Arachnophobia, a fear of spiders and other arachnids, is one of the most common phobias in the world, reportedly affecting around 3....

Quick Links WhileElden RingShadow of the Erdtreehas a number of exciting weapons, players have been quite fascinated to try out the newly added Star-Lined Sword. For players wondering where they can get the sword inElden RingDLC, here is what they need to know. Dexterity and Intelligence weapons are always much sought by fans, considering the flexibility they provide.The Moonveilwas one of the most popular weapons in the base game, and it seems like players might have a worthy successor inShadow of the ErdtreeDLC....

Quick Links Season 5 ofModern Warfare 3andWarzonekicks both games into overdrive with the inclusion of additional 6v6 maps like Bait and Yard, the debut of high-octane modes like COD Warrior, and the return of Superstore forWarzone. This season also marks the debut of two Battle Pass weapons at launch: the STG44 andthe Static-HV, along with the arrival of attachments that players can customize their guns with. Season 5 brings various attachments players can unlock for their weapons, with standout options including the Quartermaster Suppressor and the Paracord Grip....

Summary Baldur’s Gate 3developer Larian Studios has hilariously responded to a fan of the game requesting an Auntie Ethel romance be added. WhileBaldur’s Gate 3has no shortage of romance options, Auntie Ethel is not, and will never be, one of them. Romance inBaldur’s Gate 3is a key part of the adventure. Across the game’s story, players grow closer to their companions, and these relationships can even turn romantic if the right conditions are met....

Art direction is an incredibly important aspect of video game development, and it’s only grown more important over the last decade or so thanks to the rise of Indie games. In the 2000s, the vast majority of the gaming industry was focused solely on making the most realistic-looking games possible, and while that continued well into the 2010s,Indie games likeLimboandHotline Miamiproved that games with a smaller budget could still stand out from the crowd by embracing a more distinct art style....

Summary Following Jonathan Majors' departure from Marvel Studios due to his legal issues, the future of Kang the Conqueror in live-action, especiallyAvengers 5, remains uncertain. Marvel president Kevin Feige has publicly addressed the character’s future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the first time, discussing whether Kang will feature in upcomingAvengersmovies. Jonathan Majors garnered significant acclaim for his portrayal of Kang in the MCU, captivating both fans and critics with standout performances inLokiandAnt-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania....

Summary Capcom’sMonster Hunter Wildsmight be the developer’s most anticipatedMonster Huntertitle yet, as it is all but flipping the franchise on its head with more new and innovative features than it has seen in quite some time. With the addition of features like a fully voiced protagonist, named NPCs, weapon swapping, and a much-needed Focus Mode, it looks likeMonster Hunter Wildsmay be teed up for success judging by its ambition alone. However, there is one variable left that could even further certify its success, and Capcom has already established a solid pattern for it to follow....

Summary The character relationships inMy Hero Academiaare the backbone of the growth and development of the heroes. In the abundance of character bonds throughout the series, the one between Shoto Todoroki and Momo Yaoyorozu stands out for its bond and proper respect. As the series comes to a close, so does the relationship between them as individuals and as a pair. Here’s a look at how Shoto and Yaoyorozu’s relationship developed, how both were able to foster the development of the other, on top of playing out both their roles in each other’s character arcs, and how their relationship turned out by the end of the series....

Summary Prince of Persia: The Lost Crownis available onSteamas of today, August 8.Steamusers can even grab it at a pretty hefty launch discount for the next few weeks. The latest title from Ubisoft Montpellier was originally released on consoles and several non-Steam PC storefronts in January 2024. It debuted to stellar reviews, with manycritics praisingPrince of Persia: The Lost Crownfor its thoughtful level design, memorable boss fights, and immense production values, among other notable qualities....

Summary One Piecefans are incredibly excited to know that the series is heading in an even more exciting direction than ever before, and much of that is down to the fact thatthe Egghead Island Arcis now incredibly close to its end. This arc has been stunning from start to end, but of course, at the end of the day, it is only the beginning of the Final Saga. As with every other saga in One Piece, the initial arcs are only there to whet the appetite of the fans, which means that what is to come is going to be grander, more intense, and of course, something that will set a completely new standard in the entire franchise....

Summary Playingopen-worldgames solely for the main plot can feel entirely different from trying to complete every single side quest. In many cases, completing an open-world game to the fullestcan take players over 100 hours, while sticking to just the story provides a much shorter and more focused experience. It depends on how well the game engages players, making them want to explore everything it has to offer and pursue every small unfinished task, or leading them to try just the first few quests to know what to expect and lose interest in pursuing side activities....

Summary WhilePalworldis known for being a mix of monster-capturing and survival gameplay aspects, its creatures are a major reason for its popularity. Learning where andhow to catch Palsis what every player should do if they want to enjoy what the game has to offer. While catching different monsters can be enjoyable, there is still a way to improve the process. The developers ofPalworldhave the opportunity to do so, and it’s by looking into onePokemonfeature that they should consider taking inspiration from....