The Last of Us Part 1 Update 1.02 is Available to Download Now

The Last of Us Part 1update 1.02 is available to download now. The update comes with many fixes that should improve the experience for players as they continue theirThe Last of Usjourney. Even though there were not many bugs to complain about in the remake, there were still a few small ones, such as aThe Last of Us Part 1bugthat creates a massive pool of blood below Joel, and a certain puzzle prompt in the University section of the game that was missing and would subsequently force players to adjust accessibility options in order to move past the puzzle....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Justin Gilmore

The Planet Crafter: How to Create Algae

Algae is an essential crafting materialonce biomass starts increasinginThe Planet Crafter. The only blueprints that use algae are bacteria samples and fertilizer, but these items are essential for just about every biomass machine in the game. However, the only way to get this ball rolling is by creating algae, and aside from the first few tasks,The Planet Crafterdoesn’t hold players' hands and tell them exactly what to do. So if any player is wondering how to get started or whether they’re doing something wrong, this guide will hopefully point them in the right direction....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Carolyn Wilkerson

The Problem With Don't Worry Darling's Marketing

No matter what a film is actually about, the marketing leading up to its release is going to be the initial impression that the audience has going into it. If done poorly, it can lead to people not realizing what a story is actually about, and even discounting a movie because of it. A lot of films have this problem, especially when their trailers don’t do a good job of conveying what the actual message or plot line of the movie is going to be about....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 1026 words · Joseph Patterson

Ti West Announces Third Entry In His X Series Starring Mia Goth

At last night’s Midnight Madness premiere ofPearl, the audiencewas in for a big surprise when director Ti West and A24 announced that there would be a third installment in the horror franchise titledMaXXXine. The film is set to star actor Mia Goth, who will be reprising her role from the first film,X. The first film in the series,X, premiered in March 2022. West’s most recent filmPearlis a prequel toXandexplores the origins of the titular character when she was a young woman in the early 20th century....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Joseph Ochoa

Ubisoft Clarifies New Rayman Game 'Tease'

Quickly conjuring excitement online, it seemed Ubisoft was teasing a brand new addition to theRaymanfranchise on its Facebook page, posting several pieces of concept art featuring the iconic mascot. The images were accompanied by the teaser: “Something is coming in Montpellier’s studio …What could happen in your opinion? Clue: No, this is not a new game.” Naturally, many were excited about thisupcomingRaymanproject, however, speculation seemed to be getting out of hand, with fans not heeding Ubisoft’s advice and hyping themselves up for a brand new game in the series....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 410 words · Jordan Pennington

Ubisoft Singapore Responds to Workplace Misconduct Report Findings

In August 2021, the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices of Singapore announced an investigation intoUbisoft Singaporefollowing allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination. That investigation has now concluded with TAFEP’s final report closing its investigation with no follow-up recommended. In response to the report,Ubisoft Singaporehas chosen to issue a statement promising to “continue striving to be an exemplary employer in Singapore and the region.” The statement comes from Ubisoft Singapore’s managing director Darryl Long....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Joseph Nichols

Universal Studios Super Nintendo World Reveals Donkey Kong Country Expansion Opening Day

Quick Links Summary Announced during a special press conference in Osaka, Japan, theDonkey Kong Countrytheme park expansion to Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan will be coming in Spring 2024. The land will expand the existing Super Nintendo World section of the park, which is based on theSuper Mario Bros.games. First announced in 2021, theDonkey Kong Countryexpansion at Universal Studios Japan will be the second Nintendo property to receive a dedicated land at a theme park....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 547 words · Megan Jones

Watch Dogs Legion Permadeath is Optional

Watch Dogs Legionhas focused heavily on two things in its promotional material thus far, those beingWatch Dogs Legion’s UK settingas well as a focus on controlling anyone in the game’s world. Giving players access to dozens of potential characters is a unique idea, but one that has left many wondering what will happen if they lose a character they’re fond of. Today, those excited for the upcoming game got some clarification on the game’s permadeath setting....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 504 words · Valerie Mosley

Why Dragon Age 4 Could Reveal More About the World Beyond Thedas

Dragon Age 4is taking players to the Tevinter Imperium for the first time, and the shift makes sense.Dragon Age: Inquisitionsaw the player exert so much influence over southern Thedas as the Inquisitor – including directing the future of the Andrastian Chantry – that going north is an easy way for BioWare to tell a consistent story going forward without establishing canonical player decisions. AlthoughDragon Age 4will be set in the Tevinter, it seems poised to reveal far more about the world beyond the Imperium....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 969 words · Sarah Fisher

Why Monster Hunter Rise Might Be a Better Lead-Up to Wilds Than World

Summary Monster Hunter Wildswas announced at The Game Awards in 2023 and given a release window of 2025, leading to a resurgence of players toward previous games in the franchise.Monster Hunter Riseis the latest game in the series, but many fans have opted to return to 2018’sMonster Hunter World.Worldfeatures more visually dense environments and shares a more remarkable resemblance toWildsthanMonster Hunter Risedoes. In spite of this,Risecould be the better choice for players who are looking to get theirMonster Hunterfix before hopping intoWildsin 2025....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 618 words · Shannon Williams

Why The Next Zelda Should Bite The Bullet That TOTK Dodged

Summary The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomis a fantastically crafted game, building off the solid foundations laid by its predecessor through inventive new mechanics, a more creative narrative, and a considerably larger map to explore. However, the game was also criticized for being too similar toBreath of the Wildin many key areas, and while this is a matter of some debate, it’s certainly true thatThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomdoes share the same look and feel of the game that preceded it....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 686 words · Kyle Thomas

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Player Builds Very Fast Pickup Truck

Summary A craftyTheLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomplayer has put together a surprisingly speedy pickup truck for Link to drive across the realm of Hyrule. One of the main draws of the latestZeldagame isTears of the Kingdom’s deep crafting mechanic, which allows players to build virtually anything they can think of using both the natural resources surrounding Link and the ancient technology left behind by the Zonai. This has led toTears of the Kingdombecoming a virtual sandbox for players to flex their creative muscles in a variety of interesting ways....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 513 words · Brooke Vasquez

'Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi!' 2022 Rankings Reveal Most Popular Series, Characters

Takarajimasha’s Kono Light Novel ga Sugoi! guidebook revealed its top light novel series and characters for 2022 last Thursday. The annual guidebook highlights themost popular light novel series, as voted on by readers as well as various critics and industry insiders. Many of the light novels featured in the publication have received anime adaptations. Popular titles likeA Certain Magical Index,Sword Art Online, the Haruhi Suzumiya, andMonogatariseries’ have all had a consistent presence in the magazine over the years....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Brandi Rodriguez