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Summary Michael C. Hall shocked fans at San Diego Comic Con 2024, when he showed up during theDexterpanel, joining the cast of the prequel series,Dexter: Original Sin. He arrived brandishing donuts in a nod to the titular serial killer he played between 2006-2013, and once again in the sequel limited series,Dexter: New Bloodin 2021. Turns out, he wasn’t just there as an executive producer of the new series, whenit was revealed during a tease of the opening credits ofDexter; Original Sin, that Michael C....

Summary The classicWalt Disney Worldshow, Country Bear Jamboree, reopened after months of closure as it underwent a major overhaul and re-theme. The attraction, which officially reopened to the public earlier this week, has been met with positive guest reactions so far, despite the decision facing criticism online. However, just one day after its reopening, the attraction experienced a serious malfunction, forcingDisney Worldcast members to react quickly to ensure the safety of each guest in attendance....

Summary This article has MAJOR SPOILERS for Dragon Age: Inquisition BioWare has confirmed that Hawke, the main playable character inDragon Age 2who also appeared inDragon Age: Inquisition, will not be returning forDragon Age: The Veilguard.Dragon Agefans have been looking forward toDragon Age: The Veilguardfor years now, though it was previously known asDreadwolf. Information onDragon Age: The Veilguardhas been hard to come by in years past, but BioWare has now blown the door open on the highly-anticipated game....

Summary Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson is attempting to hypeBattlefieldfans up for the series' next entry, calling it one of the most ambitious projects in the studio’s history. While details on the nextBattlefieldgame are scarce, Wilson says EA has brought together the best team to deliver an epicBattlefieldexperience. Battlefield 2042received largely negative reviewswhen it launched in 2021, with many citing technical issues and poor performance as the core reason. But fans of the series believed it had potential at its core, resulting in almost three years of post-launch support from EA and seven seasons worth of new content....

Summary Players are still uncovering secrets in the weeks following the release ofElden Ring’s massive DLC expansion, with one fan discovering thatShadow of the Erdtreefeatures its own new game+ mode. This revelation may surprise even some of the most knowledgeableElden Ringfans, asShadow of the Erdtree’s NG+ mode is quite hidden. Elden Ringfundamentally shook the gaming world to its core, becoming one of the biggest releases of the last few years. Praised for its depth, massive world, and variety of enemies,Elden Ringwould go on to sell millions of copies, practically ensuring fans would one day get to return to The Lands Between in a future expansion....

Summary There are certain things players have come to expect when playing a FromSoftware title; methodical combat, strategic character progression and builds, poison swamps. Much more than just a DLC for the award-winningElden Ring, theShadow of the Erdtreeexpansion feels like a full-circle moment for FromSoftware and Hidetaka Miyazaki, collecting elements from across the entire FromSoftware catalog into a single potent mix that delivers on all fronts. One area where Shadow of the Erdtree excels compared to other games in the developer’s catalog is its level design, and the Stone Coffin Fissure sees Miyazaki closing the loop on a theme nearly 15 years in the making....

Summary Outside introducing an entirely new map, additions to the in-game lore and story, and several new white-knuckle boss fights,Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreemakes some major shake-ups to the title’s combat sandbox. FromSoftware was careful not to completely throw out the existing meta forElden RingwithShadow of the Erdtree, instead focusing on making meaningful additions rather than subtracting the effectiveness of certain items or builds. One of the more exciting additions that Shadow of the Erdtree introduces are the new Perfume Bottle items, which transform a consumable from the base game into a non-FP-consuming magic item with massive power potential....

Summary The last big game in this series,Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, had a ton of playable characters. Besides the four main Turtles, players could also take on the roles of Master Splinter, April O’Neil, and Casey Jones. DLC added morecharacters toTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revengetoo. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fateallows only the four main Turtles to be playable. It’s good for now, but hopefully, DLC will change this....

Summary Hunchback posture, back and neck pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome are some of the complications associated with a poorly designed workstation or gaming setup. Spending hours on endhunching over your monitoror stressing your hands and wrists can cause lifelong pain. The good news is that you may avoid most of these complications with a few adjustments to your setup. Setting up a desk setup ergonomically is not only about buying themost expensive ergonomic chair, but also about understanding how to use it effectively....

Fire Emblemis a widely popular series, with many becoming aware of it aroundthe release ofAwakening. This sudden increase in profile might leave some puzzled about the series' origins; namely, its first hero, Marth. With the series' rise in popularity, Marth and his name are more known. They are often referenced in newer entries, and continually appear inSuper Smash Bros. However, some may not know about the character and how he ties into the greater series....

PlayStation VR2 The latest iteration of Sony’s popular virtual reality headset, the PlayStation VR2, is now available at a first-ever discount on Amazon. This PlayStation 5 add-on is now selling at a steal, down over $200 from its original price. Experience VR on the PS5 like never before with 4K HDR visuals and intuitive controls. An amazing deal has surfaced on Amazon for PlayStation 5 gamers, as the price of thePlayStation VR2 headsetis down by a massive 37%....

Summary Flintlock: The Siege of Dawnmarketed itself as a ‘Souls-lite’ before launch. But while it achieves its loosely defined subgenre by peppering in familiar systems that Soulslike enthusiasts adore, it truly is more action-adventure-leaning than even an action-RPG.Flintlockis incredibly linear, relating far more toGod of WarthanBloodborne, for instance—even if its pistol disruption mechanic is similar toBloodborne’s firearm parry. That said,Flintlock: The Siege of Dawndoesn’t kneecap itself by not diving fully into Soulslike inspirations and its storytelling, traversal, and combat are enjoyable all around....

Summary Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreehas seen the continued success of FromSoftware’s biggest release yet, showcasing the studio’s ability to deliver fresh iterations on combat design and rich gameplay options. The game’s remarkable diversity in strategies, through various stat builds and equipment setups, managed to keep players engaged even prior to the DLC. However, one aspect that promised innovation but hasn’t fully delivered is stealth mechanics, particularly how they are handled in Sorcery....