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Quick Links Veterans of previous Atlus gameswill have a good idea of what to expect fromMetaphor: ReFantazioin terms of difficulty settings because the game’s mechanics are nearly 1-to-1 copies of games likePersona, albeit with a new coat of paint. For new players, however, choosing the right difficulty can take some trial and error. It’s easy to find yourself breezing through Hard mode one moment before finding yourself stuck for hours against an enemy you have no answers for....

Summary There are few better combinations than horror video games and Lovecraft, which is why there are so many great examples to pick from. Lovecraftian fiction iswell known for popularizing cosmic horror, a kind of fear that is wrapped up in the unknown and the incomprehensible, usually involving great big alien monsters that see humans as little more than ants. Lovecraftian horror can be so much more than just Cthulhu and tentacles, though, which is exactly why video games are a great place to explore all the different and brilliant possibilities....

Summary Every great hero needs an equally awesome villain. Who would Superman be without Lex Luthor? Spider-Man without Norman Osborn? A repeated criticism of the MCU films has been that barring Thanos and Killmonger, many of its villains haven’t been very compelling. That’s never really been a problem in the original comic books. The Marvel Comicshave some freakishly powerful villainswho have been around for decades at this point. Comic book continuity is what it is, however, means many of them haven’t aged....

Summary Science fiction covers many sub-genres across video games, film, television, and literature. Video games have taken on many of these sub-genres, fromThe Outer Wildsand its contemplative nature toRatchet & Clankwith its intergalactic, action-packed adventures, all the way toZortchand its goofy, satirical first-person action. Military science fiction, concerned with portraying military organizations and how they might apply technology in the far future, is a relatively loosely defined genre. Many games could fit into its definition, thanks to a great number of titles taking on militaristic themes, largely due to them using combat and violence as a conduit for gameplay mechanics....

Summary In the intense, fast-paced world ofBlack Ops 6, players are likely to find themselves in a variety of close-quarters combat situations wherethe likes of sniper rifleswon’t win them a gunfight. Instead, plenty of people turn tosubmachine guns (SMGs)to win their battles, and the latest installment ofCall of Dutyhas plenty of great options to choose from. Known for their mobility, rapid-fire capabilities, and effectiveness in tight spaces, SMGs cater to those who prefer a swift, aggressive playstyle....

Summary Frostpunk 2is a demanding game that requires players to balance the needs and wants of thousands of citizens ina post-apocalyptic world. There are many problems in the world of New London, from the constant threat of the cooling planet to the possibility of rebellion in the city. With a large list of potential laws, an array of steampunk technology, and an enduring workforce at their fingertips, players have a large arsenal of tools to combat the myriad challenges they face....

Summary Treyarch has good news in store for Zombies fans eagerly awaiting the launch ofCall of Duty: Black Ops 6later this month. Releasing on October 25,Call of Duty: Black Ops 6promises an enticing new single-player story campaign set in the early 90s centered around the Gulf War. Multiplayer fans are looking forward to 16 original 6v6 maps at launch, and manyCall of DutyZombies players are thrilled about the return of round-based Zombies....

Summary A bizarre glitch has madePokemon GONPCs and the player’s trainer look downright creepy. While the glitch isn’t specifically tied to Halloween, the timing of it is so perfect thatPokemon GOplayers haven’t been able to resist pointing it out. Niantic’s mobile game has a fair share of glitches, with some simply being visual, and others being more severe, likethrows being broken inPokemon GOin the past. Thankfully, this particular glitch is simply a cosmetic one, and shouldn’t have any significant impact on gameplay....

Summary HBO’sThe Penguinhas made an undeniable impact since its first episode and is already being hailed as one of the best superhero shows on television. The DC TV show’s success could provide an important learning for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly with its upcoming Disney+ series,Daredevil: Born Again. The Penguinis the first spin-off in Matt Reeves’The Batmanuniverse. It exists separately from the new DC cinematic universe that is on the way from James Gunn and Peter Safran, as well as the previous DCEU that contained films likeMan of SteelandWonder Woman....

TheDarksidersfranchise has offered a different perspective on the adventures of the Four Horsemen. Over the span of three mainline games and one spin-off,Darksidershas gone through a number of shifts in genre and gameplay across different developers, but its action RPG elements remain as the highlights of the franchise. Nearly six years afterDarksiders 3was released, publisherTHQ Nordic announced that it’s working on a fourth mainline game. The details are still under wraps, but it has been theorized that Strife might be the main protagonist since he is the only Horseman who has yet to have his own solo mainline game, apart from the spin-off prequelDarksiders: Genesis....

Summary Date Everythinghas been delayed to a February 14 release date, just in time for Valentine’s Day.Date Everythingis a sandbox dating sim developed by Sassy Chap Games and published byTeam17that allows the player to sink into an escapist fantasy after facing the harsh realities of the world, where the protagonist loses their job to AI. They take their newfound free time as an opportunity to use a mysterious gift called “dateviators,” which personify household objects....

Summary Disney Dreamlight Valleyhas added an alternate Edit Mode control scheme that allows players to revert to its old cursor style or switch to the new fixed pointer when using a controller. The feature was introduced as part of the latest majorDisney Dreamlight Valleyupdate, titled Jungle Getaway. Jungle Getaway debuted inDisney Dreamlight Valleyon Wednesday, October 9. This release addedThe Lion Kingcharacters Timon and Pumbaa to the game’s steadily growing list of villagers....

Although it’s possible to getevery unlockable characterinDragon Ball: Sparking! ZEROwithout spending a penny, most players will likely end up purchasing the majority of them from the shop. Doing so will cost them millions of Zeni, with millions more needed to unlock all of the Battle Ability items, outfits, and everything else that’s available at the shop. Players will earn a decent amount of Zeni just by playing through the game’s single-player content and can get their hands on a bunch more with the help of the Dragon Balls....