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It’s been three years since the last entry in theBattlefieldseries was released. Once one of gaming’s prime shooters and a hard-hitting competitor to theCall of Dutyseries,Battlefieldhas been stuck in a rut with a few of its recent entries. 2021’sBattlefield 2042was a notable example of this, struggling with major technical issues as a live-service game that upset the fans at almost every turn. With2042’s struggles,theBattlefieldseries is in dire need of a refresh....

Summary Xbox Game Passhas addedMad Streetsto its always-growing content library. This is the second new title to reachXbox Game Passsince the beginning of October 2024. Developed by Canada-based studio Craftshop Arts,Mad Streetsis aparty gamethat lets up to four players embrace “physics-driven chaos” by brawling with one another. It was originally released for the latest two generations of Xbox consoles in August 2021 before making its way to PC and the now-defunct Google Stadia service in March 2022....

Quick Links Ys 10: Nordicsfeatures some of the series’s best and most fleshed-out character development. The character interactions in theYsseries have evolved thanks to the inclusion of building affinity with the party and crew members. Raising affinity with certain characters also unlocks special stories called ‘Interludes’. The affinity mechanic will become available at the end of Chapter 2, when Adol gets named ‘Adol the Red’ and becomes Karja’s Shield Brother. This guide will show you how to increase affinity with crew and party members inYs 10: Nordics....

Summary 2024 marks the 28th anniversary of thePokemonfranchise, as it all began in 1996 with the Japanese versions ofPokemon RedandPokemon Green, later turnedPokemon Red and Bluefor international release.Pokemon Yellowfollowed shortly after, in 1999, and it was a huge departure from the original titles thanks to a non-selectable starter that couldn’t even evolve - Pikachu. All mainline games in the series before and afterPokemon Yellowmade players choose their desired starter between three critters....

With the remake ofUntil Dawnhere, the beloved cinematic horror title is back in a brand-new light. Not only is a fresh version of the game available, but this remake ofUntil Dawnfeatures two post-credit scenes that completely change the narrative of the original game. These updated post-credit moments leave the story on a cliffhanger that has quickly ignited rumors of anUntil Dawn 2in the works. The two scenes revolve around Josh and Sam....

Summary Steam achievements could be coming toAssassin’s Creed Valhallasoon. The original Steam release forAssassin’s Creed Valhalladid not include achievements, but it seems that this may be about to change, which is great news for gamers who only own the game on the popular PC platform. Assassin’s Creed Valhallawas originally released in November 2020, and it quickly became one of Ubisoft’s biggest hits ever. While the 12th main entry in theAssassin’s Creedfranchise largely focused on RPG elements and combat over the series’ classic stealth sections, it was a surprisingly big hit, andAssassin’s Creed Valhallawas the first Ubisoft game to make $1 billion....

Summary InMetaphor: ReFantazio, characters gain access to various Archetypes, classes that confer abilities and other combat advantages.There are 14 lineages,each offering unique options that unlock as new characters join the team and the narrative progresses, allowing for plenty of variety among characters. Although each character has varied customization options, and all classes are powerful in their own way, some Archetypes stand out, forming thebest battle compositions. These Archetypes optimize the group’s power in squad battles and make boss fights easier, effectively exploiting enemies' weaknesses and ensuring safer and more efficient strategies to win....

With theZenless Zone Zeroversion 1.2 update, players were introduced to new characters from the Sons of Calydon faction, including Caesar and Burnice, both now playable. While Caesar serves as a versatile defense character, capable of buffing and stunning, Burnice plays a different role, specializing in applying Fire Anomaly—even while off-field. Her kit allows her to deal damage passively, which frees up space for an on-field character to take the spotlight while ensuring anomaly build-up....

Summary Not every game is set above ground, some take place in an entirely subterranean environment. Others simply feature large cave systems as part of anopen-world mapthat players can explore. Often, caves are used as the spawn locations for bosses, or rare loot and resources. Developers often populate caves with tough enemies,puzzles that must be solved, and environmental hazards the player must overcome to survive. Some games have integrated the underground aspects of the map so well, that they stand out in front for having the toughest, most dangerous caves to explore, and, of course, the best rewards for overcoming this challenge....

Summary Having spent the past decade on ice, with the last mainline release being 2012’sDownpour,Konami’s psychological horror seriesis due for a resurgence thanks to the launch of aSilent Hill 2remake and promises of more in the future. Boasting a library of seven mainline titles and multiple spin-offs, it can be difficult to jump into the series, as finding the first one to start with feels rather daunting. Some titles tie into the overarching story regarding The Order and the town’s creation, while others are built around exploring the dark, complex aspects of humanity....

Spoilers ahead forDragon Ball: Sparking Zero’s “The Strongest Warrior” Sparking Episode. Dragon Ball: Sparking Zerohas positioned itself as the official successor to the belovedBudokai Tenkaichiseries. Filling those very large shoes has come in all shapes and sizes, from the game’s gargantuan roster to its utterly bombastic battles.Dragon Ball: Sparking Zeroalso revived What If scenarios, though this may have come at an unexpected cost. By all means,Dragon Ball: Sparking Zerotakes the What Ifpremise and runs with it....

Summary Bungie has shared a list of weapons, armor, and abilities that will be temporarily turned off forDestiny 2’s Vesper’s Host Dungeon Race because of some technical problems. TheseDestiny 2items have been causing issues during the event, so they won’t be available for players to use until the problems are fixed. Developed by Bungie,Destiny 2blends both cooperative and competitive gameplay, with its evolving storylines and seasonal updates helping to keep the game exciting and dynamic....

The mercenaries are a hotly debated featureadded inDiablo 4’sVessel of Hatredexpansion. While an early bug meant that mercenary skill trees weren’t appearing for some players, that’s now beenironed out. With access to these trees, players have found plenty of reasons to bring alongDiablo 4’s new support characters. To unlock mercenaries, players need to fight through theVessel of Hatredcampaign until they gain access to the mercenary den. Then, the player can hire a mercenary to set as a primary....