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Summary Last weekend,Star Trekactors and showrunners gathered at New York Comic-Con (NYCC), held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. As usual, the panels were jam-packed with updates about the upcoming seasons of the shows in the Paramount+Star Trekuniverse, and fans finally got some exciting information about season 3 ofStar Trek: Strange New Worlds. Information about the upcoming season of the Paramount+ prequel toStar Trek: The Original Serieshas been sparse since thebig reveals at San Diego Comic-Conin July....

More and more attention is being placed on the next steps for theNintendo Switch, with a next-generation version of the console reportedly aiming for an early 2025 release window. This will be a momentous occasion for Nintendo, with fans having waited almost a decade for more powerful Switch hardware. To bolster the hype around theNintendo Switch 2, Nintendo thankfully has a long and historic list of franchises to pull from to commemorate the launch of the console....

Summary Deadpoolhas been around for a long time. He might have started out way back in 1991 as a “we have a Deathstroke at home” knockoff, but he’s grown into one of Marvel’s most popular heroes. His journey has been a long one, going from straight villain to edgy anti-hero to full-blown hero. That means that, like every other major Marvel hero, there have been many Deadpool variants revealed over the years, many of which account for some ofDeadpool Vs....

Tekkenhas long been a staple in fighting games and now stands out as one of the last major 3D fighters remaining among more popular 2D franchises. Despite its lasting legacy, many of the earlierTekkengames are now difficult to access on modern platforms. In a time when other iconic series likeStreet Fighterhave been finding success in embracing retro collections that bring updates to older games, it would be a missed opportunity if every other major series in the genre didn’t at least get the same treatment....

Wireless earbuds have seen an influx in popularity with the introduction of Apple AirPods and Samsung Galaxy Buds. While these offer a captivating audio experience, they come with a hefty price tag. Today, a pair of true wireless earbuds can be picked up for under $20 in the always-evolving market. Brands like Anker, JBL, Skullcandy, and JLab offersome amazing bang for the buck with their wireless earbuds. Features likeANC, Transparency mode, and multipoint connectionaren’t reserved for the more expensive buds anymore....

For those who’ve been craving a solid deal on a VR headset, there’s never been a better time to snag the HTC Vive Pro 2. As part of the ongoing Amazon Prime Day Sale, the HTC Vive Pro 2 Full Kit is now available for just $799, down from its regular retail price of $1,199. That’s a huge $400 discount, on a complete bundle that comes with everything needed to jump into the world of virtual reality....

Summary Video games stand out for their unique way of storytelling, whether throughinnovative gameplay or deep narratives. An essential element in this exaltation is the artistic direction adopted by developers, which creates impressive visual experiences, going beyond realistic graphics and enriching player immersion. Within this context, JRPGs distinguish themselves with anime-inspired graphics, providing incredible experiences even with common styles in the market. The most stylish JRPGs not only follow Japanese industry trends but also renew them, offering distinctive visuals that complement engaging stories and captivate players even more....

Quick Links The Reaper’s Rewards event is taking place inThe Sims 4until Jun 28, 2025. Gamers have until the end of the event tocomplete as many Reaper’s Rewards Quests as possibleso they can collect event points and claim free limited-time rewards. After the halfway point of the event, gamers will be able to unlock the Spectral Spritzer recipe inThe Sims 4; this isn’t just an ordinary cocktail, there’s much more to it than that....

Throne and Libertyis packed full of content for players to tackle, including world events and side quests through its Codex system. They’re all pretty straightforward and can be easily completed, at least seemingly at first. However, some of these quests canprove to be really confusingand vague in their descriptions of what to do for them. One such quest is called Eye That Desires Magic, which can be found in the Manawastes area of the map, which calls for playersto be at least Level 43to be successful in the area....

Summary TheResident Eviluniverse is full of formidable threats lurking around every corner, but the characters themselves can also be reckless and impulsive at times. By combining those two things, multiple scenarios occur whereResident Evilcharacters narrowly evade death. In almost 30 years of theResident Evilfranchise, there have been more close calls than anyone should be comfortable with, especially for some of the series regulars who have survived B.O.W.s, explosions, superhumans, and even long drops off precarious ledges....

Summary An upcoming Switch game calledThe Legend of Santashares a striking resemblance toSuper Mario Bros. 3. The game has been out on Steam since November 2023, and will come out on theNintendo Switchon May 25, 2025. Interestingly enough, Nintendo did not seem to mind that the game looks to have followed in the footsteps ofSuper Mario Bros. 3. Admittedly, it’s not such a bad idea to closely mimic any of theMariogames, let aloneSuper Mario Bros....

Summary A strange bug affectingOverwatch 2character D.Va has turned her otherwise exciting Heist skin into a source of amusement and dread for fans of the playable hero. The bug speaks to the difficulty of makingOverwatch 2animations and emotes work across multiple skins that sometimes differ wildly in shape and size. Overwatchmight be one of the most successful games around when it comes to making and selling optional cosmetics for its characters....

Summary Destiny 2’s Festival of the Lost event for 2024 is currently scheduled to begin on October 29, just two days before Halloween. Every year, players get the opportunity to participate inHalloween-themed festivitiesinDestiny 2, and this year will be no different. Unfortunately, not many specifics have been revealed about the event. While Bungie has revealed what Halloween-themed ornamentsDestiny 2players will have a chance to obtain during this year’s Festival of the Lost, the developer has yet to divulge what activity the event might center around or what weapons players might be able to acquire....