Game Characters Who End Up Losing Everything

Summary Life is never fair, and for some people, it’s particularly hard and demanding. Games portray this helpless feeling in many characters through their tragic lives and backstories. But despite all they go through, thesecharacters keep sacrificing everything, even if it means that they’releft with nothing, sometimes not even their lives. As emotional as these characters are, they can often be a source of inspiration for players. They’re like a lamp that is willing to burn itself out just to light the path for others, and no motive is more ulterior than that....

July 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1091 words · Melissa Johnson

Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Xilonen Kit Details

Summary AGenshin Impactleak has revealed tons of information about one of the upcoming characters, Xilonen. HoYoverse has confirmed that she will be part of the upcoming Natlan expansion, which should arrive along withGenshin Impactversion 5.0. The release of a new major region is always followed by a significant roster expansion, meaning that players can expect at least three or more new characters to join the pool of playable characters with each update....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 495 words · Cynthia Davis

Genshin Impact Reveals New Exclusive Cosmetics, But There's a Catch

Summary Genshin Impacthas officially revealed a brand-new glider and new Serenitea Pot furniture coming to the game, but the new content is currently expected to be exclusive to China and Korea. HoYoverse has given players plenty of different ways to customize their characters in the massively popular fantasy RPG, beyond improving them with weapons and Artifacts. SeveralGenshin Impactcharacters feature their own unique skins, while the plethora of gliders available allow players to change up their looks in the skies of Teyvat....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 533 words · Devon Fisher

Halo isn't Exactly an Anthology Series, But It Should Be

TheHalofranchise has come a long way since its beginnings in 2001. With over 20 years of games to book spin-offs and even a live action television adaptation,Halois one of the most notable franchises in gaming. Even if one isn’t familiar withHalo’s lore, the iconic design of long-running protagonist Master Chief has become a recognizable figure in pop culture. Since the start of the series,Halohas put a bright spotlight on Master Chief....

July 21, 2025 · 4 min · 723 words · Michelle Adams

Hexanexus: Remake Locations & Solutions In HSR: Star Rail

After embarking on a journey to The Xianzhou Luofu to attend the Wardance ceremony, a series of events forces players to alter their destination inHonkai: Star Rail. The Shackling Prison becomes the new destination as suggested by Feixiao, who seeks a detailed record of the Astral Express testimony to silence the Alliance. Inside the prison, Trailblazers will encounter Moze, Jiaoqiu, Hanya, and Xueyi. Moze and Jiaoqiu are checking up on Hoolay’s condition and preparing for his transfer, while Hanya and Xueyi are present due to their job responsibilities....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Aaron Kennedy

Hogwarts Legacy 2 Could Make One Character More Than Set Dressing

Summary Developer Avalanche Software went all in to flesh out the great school inHogwarts Legacy, even going so far as to add Peeves the Poltergeist. While many fans may think this was a given, the spirit only had minor roles in earlierHarry Pottervideo games. Further, he’s been absent from the movies as well. Given the fact that he is a part ofHogwarts Legacybut isn’t as much of a presence as he should be, he needs his moment under the sun in the sequel....

July 21, 2025 · 4 min · 671 words · Zachary Leon

Honkai: Star Rail Introduces Character Rappa

Summary Honkai: Star Railhas officially revealed the long-rumored character Rappa, who will debut in Version 2.6. PreviousHonkai: Star Railleaks had hinted at Rappa’s appearance and abilities, but now HoYoverse has confirmed some details about her rarity, path, and lore. PerHonkai: Star Railtradition, sometime before a new update, the game launches drip marketing for the new characters that are planned to debut in subsequent versions. For example,Honkai: Star Rail’s Feixiaowas revealed several weeks before her joining the roster in the upcoming Version 2....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 524 words · Gary Rivera

How Black Myth: Wukong's Review Score Compares to Other PS5 Games Released This Year

Summary ​​​​​​Now that the reviews have been counted forBlack Myth: Wukong, the action-RPG has become the 41st highest-rated new PS5 game of 2024 so far. With major releases likeBlack Myth: Wukong, the PlayStation 5 has had an incredibly busy year to say the least, and while there haven’t been all that many major first-party PlayStation games released, the console has enjoyed quite a few noteworthy console exclusives from third-parties. In fact, the highest-rated new game release of 2024 so far, discounting expansions, isFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth....

July 21, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Justin Clark

How Starfield's Shattered Space Paves the Way for a Big Trend in Future DLC

Summary Bethesda has crafted an expansive universe for players to explore inStarfield, and it seems all its mysteries have yet to be uncovered. There are still planets and moons to explore, as well as a wealth of information to find out about the history of The Settled Systems and the factions that inhabit it. It appears players will be getting some answers with the upcoming DLC Shattered Space. The newStarfieldDLC will delve deeper into the tale of House Va’Ruun, a secretive faction with spiritual beliefs and an obsession with Grav Jumping....

July 21, 2025 · 4 min · 728 words · Raymond Graham

How to Get and Use Lethal Rabbit Deviant in Once Human

Quick Links Deviations are an essential component to improve your gaming experience inOnce Humanand theLethal RabbitDeviant is a prime example. This deviant is used tohunting down animalsand can greatly assist you as you progress through theOnce HumanWorld. However, obtaining the Lethal Rabbit requires strategy, perseverance, and a slight bit of luck. This guide aims to assist you in finding Lethal Rabbit Deviant. How to Find Lethal Rabbit To obtain the Lethal Rabbit Deviant, you musthunt and skin Rabbits....

July 21, 2025 · 2 min · 388 words · Erin Townsend

How To Level Up Fast in Once Human

Quick Links It’s no surprise that progressing throughOnce Humanis quite the grind, as the game features tons of resources and gear that players need to acquire to improve their chances of survival. Leveling up is one of the core ways players progress through the game, and the main incentive for leveling up is toacquire Meme Pointsto gain better Memetics through the Cradle. However, the game’s progression system is deeper than that, as players may have noticed that certain areas on the map recommend reaching a certain level before exploring them....

July 21, 2025 · 5 min · 895 words · Laura Heath

Major Batman Characters To Never Appear In A Live-Action Movie

The legendary mythos of the caped crusader has marched for over seventy-five years since Batman’s first appearance inDetective Comics #27in 1939. Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, Batman has risen into one of the most popular superheroes of all time and one of the pillars of the DC universe. Over the years, Batman has defined what a dark hero should be, and his story has expanded along with his laundry list of villains in his rogues' gallery....

July 21, 2025 · 5 min · 1041 words · Rachael Mcpherson

Manga vs Manhwa: Major Cultural and Artistic Differences

Summary Manga andmanhwarefer to styles of comics that originated in Japan and South Korea, respectively. They are deeply influential, not only in their respective cultures but also worldwide. Though both are serialized comics, they are very different in many ways. Thesedifferences are much more than just cosmetic; they are based on cultural backgrounds, artistic styles, and narrative conventions within their countries. Going deeper into the question of what separates manga from manhwa is locating specific cultural contexts and artistic choices that define these two forms of visual narrating....

July 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1157 words · Rebecca Lin