Summary TheWild Westis arguably one of the most evocative and iconic settings in film and games alike, and many video games have used its tropes and cliches to great effect.Red Dead Redemptionand its revered sequel managed to capture the essence of the West with great skill, but although those games contain elements ofRPGs, they’re more focused on action and adventure. For RPG fans, there’s not much in the way of well-made games set in some variety of the Wild West....
Bruce Willis may be best known for his iconic role as action hero John McClane in theDie Hardfranchise. He has also starred in sci-fi blockbusters includingThe Fifth Element,12 Monkeys, andLooper. His 2009 feature,Surrogates, wasn’t as popular or well-received compared to Willis' other sci-fi pictures, but it deserves more attention than it gets. Surrogateshas some intriguing concepts based on evolutionary technology, and how robots have the capability to control every aspect of human life in a so-called perfect world....
Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warfans have noticed a small detail hidden on some of the in-game assets that hint at what could have been. During the development process, there apparently was a chance thatCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warwas going to be a direct sequel to the 4th game. These in-game icons may hint at an original design, or they could be there on purpose, as this is the 5th chapter in the series....
Call of Duty: Warzonehas been out for nearly a week and players have already adapted to Activision’s take on the battle royale genre. While mastering new elements such asvehicle useand the respawn system, there are also various tricks that can give squads the advantage against the other 147 opponents on Verdansk. On that note, players have now discovered a way to decrease the time spent looting items during a match....
Stranger Thingsstar David Harbour has his next big movie role laid out, and this time it’s going to be in a holiday film. When he does star inViolent Night, he’s going to be joining a rather star-studded cast that is going to include John Leguizamo. Harbour is going to be looking to take the next step inhis career afterStranger Thingscomes to an end following its final two-part season. The first part of that season is due to air on Netflix in May, and judging from the trailers, it certainly seems as though it’s going to be quite the exit....
Nearly every gamer likely has a gaming system that makes them wax nostalgic. It doesn’t really matter whether it’s a home console, handheld, or a PC; every gamer started with a certain platform, and most probably have afavorite gaming systemthat has left a big impact on their lives. Such was the case with one gamer who was sad to see their Nintendo DS finally die on them. Rather than throwing theNintendo DSaway or stuffing it into a junk drawer, though, the gamer decided to pay tribute to one of their favorite gaming systems by transforming it into a piece of art....
This article has MAJOR SPOILERS for Destiny 2: The Final Shape The new Excision activity introduced withDestiny 2’s Final Shape expansion represents the game’s first ever 12-player activity, but one fan finds themselves putting an end to The Witness all by themselves after a bug prevents their friends from using their super abilities. Fans have encountered a variety of odd bugs throughout many ofDestiny 2’s new activities, both in content from The Final Shape as well as the first episode, Echoes....
Summary Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreemanaged to sell over five million copies within three days of its global release. It didn’t take long for FromSoftware’s beloved open-world action RPG to exceed sales expectations when the base game was initially released back in 2022, with publisher Bandai Namco reporting thatElden Ringreached over 13 million units sold in the first month after its debut. Now, the highly anticipatedElden Ring: Shadow of the ErdtreeDLC expansion is set to repeat history and possibly propel the critically acclaimed title to even greater heights....
The most intense scenes of fighting after the shattering of theElden Ringtook place on the Altus Plateau. This massive landscape encompasses Leyndell, the capital of The Lands Between, and the home of the Erdtree. Mt. Gelmir, which houses Volcano Manor and the fields and valleys that bridge the two.RELATED:Elden Ring: The Best Places To Farm Runes In Altus PlateauThese areas are brimming with a variety of challenges and stunning views, whether they be the size of a legacy dungeon or lore-filled churches....
Summary Elden Ringis likely to be remembered as one of the most influential RPGs of the decade so far, and the layered lore at the core of the Soulsborne has played a big part in that lasting legacy. The rich world of The Lands Between is rife with lore to discover and interpret, butElden Ringalso succeeds in a form of ambiguity that keeps dedicated fans theorizing. The upcomingShadow of the Erdtree expansionfor the game is likely to still be far off, but the base game has been more than enough to keep players speculating about its lore over a year after its release....
The Game Awardsis an event where the best in the gaming industry is celebrated. This year’s ceremony was, as usual, a star-studded event with plenty of surprises.Deathloop, the time-twisting first-person shooter by Arkane Studios, snagged two awards while the cute indie gameKena: Bridge of Spiritsalso won two awards. To the surprise of many,It Takes Two, a heartwarming co-opgame by Hazelight Studios, won Game of the Year, beating blockbuster titles likeRatchet & Clank: Rift ApartandResident Evil Village....
Summary After months of silence from developer Fntastic,The Day Beforehas finally gotten a new trailer, but the new footage quickly landed the zombie MMO in more hot water. Following a tumultuous development cycle,controversy surroundingThe Day Beforehas radiated around the project since its initial announcement back in 2021. The drama surrounding the zombie survival title has been one of the most baffling stories in gaming for the past two years. Not only hasThe Day Beforereceived backlash for using volunteers, but Fntastic has also been embroiled in a copyright dispute involving the game’s title....
The next few years in games will see a shift towards the live service genre, and Ubisoft has made its intention pretty clear with at least one of its biggest franchises and in which direction it’s headed. The nextAssassin’s Creedis seemingly calledAssassin’s Creed Infinity, and it will be a live service game that Ubisoft continues to expand upon in subsequent years. While there’s no announced intentions beyondAssassin’s Creed, Ubisoft’s other flagship franchise,Far Cry, might also go in a similar direction with its next entry —Far Cry 7....
