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It is entirely plausible that the relatively unexplored province of High Rock could be the main setting of the massively anticipated titleThe Elder Scrolls 6. It, alongside Hammerfell, has been one of the rumors of its setting, with the most staying power, for quite some time. If this is the case, then there is no shortage of fascinating and deeply important cities that could feature in the game. WithThe Elder Scrolls 6likely providing a level of detail within its gaming experience unlike anything players have seen before, these cities will be showcased with the depth and scale that they deserve....

TheSteam Deckhas already been in consumers' hands for nearly a year, and it has quickly become one of the most intriguing and sought-after devices of 2022. With pre-orders initially dating back to July 2021, Valve finally released the handheld console in February 2022. Since then, the device has been a massive success, reportedly selling over 1 million units in its first eight months. Critics and users have praised theSteam Deckfor its performance, versatility, and consistent updates that continue to improve its functionality....

The Witcherseries has been more popular than ever since the release of its latest adaptation, this time as a Netflix series. AlthoughThe Witcherbooks and games always have a considerable following because of the quality storytelling and gameplay, the latest version of Geralt’s adventures has created an even wider audience. Of course, a number of the watchers drink and it seems fitting that in a series with so much talk of ale, that there would be a drinking game to accompany it....

The long-awaited second season of the hit pirate comedyOur Flag Means Deathis finally being released, and fans couldn’t be more excited about it. The first season was groundbreaking, with wonderful queer representation and brilliant writing that led to one of the most compelling stories to grace the screen in 2022. The show was funny, earnest, and full of heart, with a gang of incredibly lovable (and memorable) characters. Many of those characters will be returning for another go-around in the second season, but there will also be some new faces joining the familiar ones....

What do you feel is the biggest anime in Japan? Hayao Miyazki movies certainly make a ton of money every time he releases one.Dragon Ball ZandPokemonrank pretty high as well.One Pieceholds the record for sales in manga (and is one of the longer running anime to boot). Many of the most popular anime in Japan are also big in the states:Sailor Moon, Naruto, Bleach…why, evenDetective Conan(known here asCase Closed) has finally started to gain an audience thanks to Crunchyroll and Netflix streaming the series....

Pokemon Scarlet and Violetare well into their post-launch phase where The Pokemon Company provides players with a constant flow of additional content in the form of Tera Raid events and mystery gifts. The first major event was dedicated to the return of Charizard, arguably one of the most popular Pokemon ever made, whereas the second 7-star Tera Raid boss turned out to be Galar region’s own Cinderace. Recently, The Pokemon Company announced yet another Tera Raid boss coming soon toPokemon Scarlet and Violet, but this time didn’t include the identity of the critter but only its Tera type, which is set to be Poison....

Independent game developers have plenty of people and companies out there to look up to. One of the most influential game designers out there is Tim Schafer, the founder ofDouble Finegames. He is known for many popular games both in his time atLucasArtsas well as with Double Fine. RELATED:What Remains of Edith Finch & 9 Other Amazing Indie Adventure Games To Play Double Fine games have received critical acclaim from reviewers....

Armor is just one part ofany RPG, or action-adventure games that have RPG elements, that many players look forward to. This is a very good incentive to encourageworld explorationand see more of what the game has to offer beyond combat and narrative. RELATED:10 Forgotten SRPGs That Deserve A Reboot Many of the armor developers create for their games are masterfully crafted to subtly give players more confidence to play better, on top of giving additional in-game buffs....

Summary Oftentimes, the intended demographic for a particular anime or manga series tends to be obvious because of certain plotlines, tropes, and even art styles, but sometimes, they’re less clear-cut. Works that attempt to appeal to a different demographic in addition to their main one may find their efforts to be a little too successful, sometimes to the point of alienating their intended audience. Many series meant for theshonen (adolescent boys) demographictend to attract an unexpectedly large female fanbase due to having a female protagonist, pretty boy characters, colorful settings, or a focus on romance instead of action and hence, are assumed to belong to theshojo (adolescent girls) genre....

The Smurfsaren’t exactly a property given to adequate video game adaptation. First appearing as a Belgian comic strip in the late 1950s, they would eventually become wildly popular in the United States in the 1980s following the release of a feature film and a cartoon series. That said, the most famousSmurfsgame ever to see release was likelySmurf: Rescue at Gargamel’s Castleon the Atari 2600—until the ninth-generation ports ofThe Smurfs Mission Vileaf, that is....

Nothing brings in heaps of fans like fast-paced, chaotic, action-heavyanime;Engage Kissis a new action anime developed in collaboration by A1-Pictures and Aniplex.Engage Kissfocuses on a futuristic floating city that Shuu Ogata lives on while poorly running a small business. Shuu is constantly taken care of by two special women in his life, his employee Kisara and Ayano, his ex-girlfriend. Related:Most Iconic Ghost In Anime Underneath the romance and wholesome tones of the show, Shuu, along with his friends, are demon hunters that protect Veyron City....

Avowedis picking up the torch ofPillars of Eternityin many ways and translating everything that makes the franchise great into a first-person open-world RPG. The Living Lands itself is a good example because it’s an iconic piece ofPillars of Eternitylore, but one never before seen in a game. Another is how the development team has reimagined key concepts or enemies in a brand new way, such as the Sporelings. After the Xbox Games Showcase, Game Rant sat down withAvoweddirector Carrie Patel and art director Matt Hansen regarding the story, world, and artistic direction of the game....

Summary The platform genre is one of the most important genres in gaming history. The genre was pivotal in helping the home console industry get back on its feet afterthe 1983 crash, largely thanks to the iconicSuper Mario Bros.Moreover, the genre’s usual child-friendly approach and easy-to-understand controls/concepts mean that it’s an ideal gateway into the world of gaming for children or even adults. RELATED:Best Sandbox Games Of All Time There have been countless platform games released across a wide range of systems sinceSuper Mario Bros....