How Bungie Continues to Influence Halo Infinite

TheHalogames have been some of the most popular and influential titles in modern gaming. Playing a huge role in putting Microsoft’s Xbox consoles on the map, theHalogames have always found ways to innovate its gameplay in both radical and subtle ways. While the latest in line might not have made the strongest first impression,Halo Infiniteis still surrounded by lots of expectations and speculation. The original developers of theHalogames, Bungie have now parted ways with Microsoft and 343 Industries have taken the helm....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 504 words · Sarah Wright

How Like a Dragon's Sequel Can Improve the Yakuza JRPG Foundation

For well over a decade, Sega and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have been iterating on theYakuzastory. Exploring Kazuma Kiryu’s expansive story through the titular Japanese criminal syndicate, six mainline releases (not including spin-offs) have seemingly concluded the stoic protagonist’s story after 15 years. In the context of the strange world of Kamurocho and its inhabitants, Kiryu’s honor-bound-to-a-fault personality made him the perfect protagonist for the melodramatic main story, as well as the ludicrous side quests....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 1049 words · Patrick Warren

How to Earn & Spend Grimoire Shards in Chained Echoes

Chained Echoeshas three different types of in-game currencies: GS, SP, and Arc. All of them have their uses, but some are a little more important than others. RELATED:Chained Echoes: Crystals Guide This guide focuses on Grimoire Shards, explainingeverything beginner players need to knowabout gathering, farming, and using them inChained Echoes. What Are Grimoire Shards Used for in Chained Echoes? Also known as GS, Grimoire Shards are a currency inChained Echoesand are used to unlock new skills....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Jose Jacobs

How to Get the Strangler Heart Power Armor in Fallout 76

InFallout 76, Strangler Heart is a variant of Ultracite Power Armor covered in a poisonous plant called Strangler vein. It is the strongest Power Armor in the entire Appalachia in terms of Radiation Resistance thanks to its 500 rad reduction. Strangler Heart is also quite resilient against Physical and Electrical damage, with 453 resistance for the former and 393 for the latter. RELATED:Fallout 76: How to Get the Ultracite Power Armor However, after theWastelanders update in 2020, Strangler Heart became a rare suit because it was no longer obtainable through Vault Raids....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Joshua Wilkerson

Is Shin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne HD Worth the Cost?

Last week, Atlus and Sega finally announced the release date forShin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne HD Remaster, whileShin Megami Tensei 5is still missing in action since the reveal it would releasedworldwide in 2021. Now that fans know thatShin Megami Tensei 3: Nocturne HDwill be released on May 25th, players anticipating the remaster of this beloved entry of Atlus’s cult classic JRPG series finally know when they will be able to return to this series or jump in for the first time....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 826 words · Jeffrey Hall

Jenna Ortega Says Wednesday Addams Family Role Her Scariest Yet

Jenna Ortega, star of Netflix’s upcoming seriesWednesday, says that Wednesday Addams is perhaps the “scariest” role she has taken on to date. Ortega, who has starred in a number of recent horror films like Ti West’sX,Scream, andInsidious: Chapter 2, has already made a name for herself as one of the latest scream queens at only age 20. She is also no stranger toNetflix, having boasted a role inYouand the high school shooting dramaThe Fallout....

May 21, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Jessica Brown

Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earth Asks the Community, 'What If?'

The Lord of the Rings: Heroes of Middle-earthis a new collectible-based strategy RPG from Capital Games, looking at the beloved franchise with “fresh interpretations.” In it, players are chosen by a new Ring which bridges time and lets them see the past. A shadowy figure, they discover, is manipulating history and attempting to corrupt theLord of the Ringstimeline, with players taking control of these heroes to fight back this spreading corruption....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 1053 words · John Watson

Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power Preview Debuts For Prime Members

Easily one of the most hotly-anticipated new series on its way right now isThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Amazon Prime’s continually hyped show has continued to impress with each small glimpse offered by the streamer, and now a brand new sneak peek appears ready to keep those expectations just as high as ever. RELATED:LOTR: Why The Diversity In The Rings Of Power Is So Important The teaser shows a mysterious meteor plowing through the sky as several previously revealedLord of the Rings: The Rings of Powercharacterslook on in wonder....

May 21, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Lisa Mcconnell

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Digital Deluxe Edition Suits Cannot be Unlocked Through Gameplay

Insomniac Games has confirmed that the suits available in the Digital Deluxe Edition ofMarvel’s Spider-Man 2cannot be unlocked through gameplay.Marvel’s Spider-Man 2is one of the biggest games of the second halfof 2023, and fans interested in buying it can choose from a few different editions.TheDigital Deluxe Edition ofMarvel’s Spider-Man 2comes with 10 unique suits, five each for Peter and Miles. This list includes the Aurantia Suit, Tactical Suit, Red Spectre Suit, Agimat Suit, and more, with gamers also getting additional photo mode items and two skill points....

May 21, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Erica Smith

Metal Gear Solid: Moments That Reference Metal Gear 2

Metal Gear Solidwasn’t the first game based around stealth, but it was the one that set the standard forfuture stealth gamesto match up to. Despite the sea of imitators that followed, theMetal Gearseries has managed to retain its own unique identity, with its iconic characters and set-pieces. These set-pieces would often be repeated and referenced in its sequels, sometimes in ways that figured directly into the plot, such as inMetal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Libertyand its mind-bending plot twists....

May 21, 2025 · 7 min · 1344 words · Vickie Henson

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies: How to Complete the Blasted Mission

Modern Warfare 3’s Zombies mode features an open-world format with an intriguing storyline and various missions for players to complete. These missions are divided into three Acts with multiple tiers in each act, andplayers can earn XP by grinding through the challenges to level up fast. SomeMW3Zombies missions are relatively easy to complete, while others, like the Blasted mission, are challenging. The Blasted mission is a tier 5 Act 1 mission that requires players to obtain the Shatter Blast Ammo Mod, defeat armored zombies, secure the Cyphered Tablet, and exfiltrate to finish the mission successfully....

May 21, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Daniel Nelson

Mortal Kombat 11 Leak Lends Credibility to DLC Rumors

Mortal Kombat 11game director Ed Boon has been teasing new DLC for the past week now, but nothing official has been announced. But even though Boon has yet to make anyMortal Kombat 11DLC announcement, the big reveal has seemingly leaked ahead of time. Apparently,Mortal Kombat 11will soon be getting new DLC based on the cult classic 1995Mortal Kombatmovie adaptation. Mortal Kombat 11dataminers have discovered voice lines that were seemingly recorded by actors from the1995Mortal Kombatmovie....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Matthew Frank

One Piece: Things You Should Know About Gear 5th Luffy

Described as Luffy’s peak,Gear 5th is the strongest transformationof the Straw Hat Pirate that he gains access to using his Devil Fruit awakening. The form was activated for the very first time duringOne Piece’sWano Country arc which saw Luffy fight Yonko Kaido for the very first time. RELATED:One Piece: All Of Kaido’s Devil Fruit Forms, Explained To overcome the powers that Kaido possessed, Luffy had to surpass all his limits and, in doing so, awaken Gear 5th....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 989 words · Lisa Peck