Summary Eagle-eyedBaldur’s Gate 3players have found a nifty trick that helps spot frustrating invisible enemies in battle by using a handy and simple tool. Released in August 2023,Baldur’s Gate 3is a fascinating fantasy RPG game that is based on the popular tabletop role-playing gameDungeons & Dragons,bringing the world of the tabletop game into the video game world. Players are able to pick from several pre-designedBaldur’s Gate 3origin charactersor simply create their own original character from the wide range of races and classes available....

It was the time of frosted tips and beanie babies, among a host of other fads. Gaming was just hitting its stride, taking advantage of some incredible technological leaps, as well as the general population’s maturing sensibilities. In the 90s, games were getting more edgy and violent, which was definitely not doing themedium any favorswith those less familiar. However, at the same time, they were becoming more complex in their stories and systems....

Summary As fun as wandering in an apocalyptic game fighting zombies or monsters can be, there’s something appealing about taking onpunks and raiders in a ravaged world.For years now, video games taking placeafter some cataclysmic eventgenerally feature a human faction to fight throughout the story or open world. It’s the idea that when civilization falls, humanity breeds worse monstrosities than literal monsters. They usually devolve into anarchy-driven syndicates that care only about violence, destruction, conquering, and far worse motivations....

X-Menhas re-entered popular culture with the release ofDeadpool and Wolverineand the belovedX-Men 97 series.In light of these highly regarded entertainment properties, gamers have rediscovered classic, top-tier games suchX-Men Origins: Wolverineand theX-Men Legendsseries. TheX-Mengames have been plentiful on handheld consoles such as the Game Boy Advance and the Nintendo DS. However, quantity does not mean quality, as X-Men games on handheld have lacked the class of othersuperhero games on consoles. Despite this, several handheldX-Mengames have stood the test of time as the series' best....

Summary Bethesdamakes an assortment of games that commonly follow the RPG genre. With popular franchises likeThe Elder ScrollsandFallout, players tend to level up through these RPGs using their individual progression systems. Bethesda has been one of the best for creating theseprogression systems, as players feel as if their character has improved for the better each level while aiming towards a certain build or type of play style for their character depending on the game....

Summary In a significant development for the gaming industry,Bethesda Game Studioshas officially unionized, becoming the first Microsoft game developer to do so under the Communication Workers of America (CWA). This move fromBethesdaaligns with a broader trend of unionization efforts within the tech and gaming sectors, as employees aim to address concerns such as working conditions, job security, and fair compensation. The video game industry has experienced considerable changes over the past couple of years, marked by numerous layoffs and studio closures....

Summary Baldur’s Gate 3was released in August 2023 and was a monumental success for Larian Studios. The game sold more than 2.5 million copies during its early access phase, and according to the studio’s CEO, it has sold over 15 million copies in total. These are numbers that any studio would be proud to flaunt.Black Myth: Wukongalso launched in August 2024, and the title has also been a success for Game Science....

Summary Developers have disabled the Bunker Buster, a popular killstreak inCall of Duty: Warzone, after reports of bugs affecting it and its acquisition emerged from the player community and via social media. Until the glitch is investigated and resolved,Call of Duty: Warzoneplayers won’t be able to access the Bunker Buster and its associated effects. As a free-to-play live service game that exists alongside multipleCall of Dutyinstallments,Call of Duty: Warzoneis slowly becoming something of a connecting thread between the regular paidCall of Dutygames....

Quick Links The Super Cards Draft Event is in full swing in Supercell’s 2016 strategy gameClash Royale. The event started on August 19 and will last for a full week until Jul 29, 2025. Clash Royale’sSuper Cards Draft Event has two fun modes. The first is a general mode, where you can battle at your own pace and earn Season Tokens. And the other one is the Draft Challenge, where losing three matches will knock you out....

Quick Links As playerscreate their ultimate teaminthe Dynasty ModeforCollege Football 25, they are going to have tofind the best playersto bring to their program and then find a way to recruit them. This is a complex process in the real world of collegiate athletics and this is reflected in the game’s simulation of how it plays out. It requires some time and intention to get the players that people want and everyone will have to be aware of their team’s biggest needs when going through the recruitment process....

Quick Links Cookie Run Kingdomis a rich mobile game full of dozens of different cookies, their backstories, and what drives them to do good or evil things. Developer Devsisters does a wonderful job at putting fine detail into each character’s traits and motivations, butthe history ofCookie Run Kingdomisn’t always for show. At times,Cookie Run Kingdomwill roll out events that include quiz games, which ultimately test the player’s knowledge and judge their ability to retain important information....

Summary Every live-actionBatmanhas a footnote in the history of the Caped Crusader, and audiences from around the world will forever remember the face and the cowl that aided inBatman’s fame across cinema. Each Batman movie has a distinct look for the Dark Knight, providing audiences with plenty of choices for their preferred Batman outfit, and allowing people to decide what is the best Batman costume of all time. Spanning the decades,Batman has featured in an abundanceof movies, with a distinct costume for each one....

Romance is in the air withThe Sims 4: Lovestruck. The sixteenth expansion pack inThe Sims 4,Lovestruckbrings a new focus to dating, romance, and other adult-focused activities from love’s first flutterings to rekindling romance after years in a relationship. After ten years of added content, updates, and expansion packs, it may feel like there isn’t much else to add toThe Sims 4, but players looking for new gameplay when it comes to romance and dating could find some options here....