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A dedicated fan has released "Week One," a Project Zomboid mod that completely changes the game by taking players seven days before the zombie outbreak. This mod introduces a wealth of new content, reshaping Project Zomboid's scenarios to match the new narrative. View the full article

An avid Final Fantasy 14 player has analyzed all the dialogue present in the game, starting with A Realm Reborn and going all the way to Dawntrail, to reveal that Alphinaud has the most dialogue in the MMO. This was no easy feat, considering that Final Fantasy 14 has been going on for over a decade, and the most talkative characters are surprising many longtime players. View the full article

Few networks can lay claim to creating the modern TV landscape as much as HBO. Beginning in the late 90s, the premium cable network basically single-handedly defined the idea of "prestige TV" in the popular imagination, releasing a near-constant stream of boundary-pushing shows that gave audiences a new concept of what episodic entertainment could do. While not every series they greenlit was a huge success, the list of projects that are considered modern TV classics is astonishing, from The Sopranos to Deadwood to The Leftovers and beyond. View the ful…

Unlike classic RPGs that love the good ol' blend of might and magic, modern RPGs focus just as much on relationships as they do on combat. As a result, some of the best RPGs nowadays boast interesting mechanics tied to making friends, building reputations, and even establishing bonds with player companions. In turn, romance easily becomes a must-have element in modern RPGs. Sometimes, it's a huge plus if an RPG offers ways for players to build romances with their favorite NPCs. View the full article

The world of One Piece has seen quite a number of capable swordsmen take the stage over the course of a 1000 chapters. Everyone's favorite Pirate Hunter, Roronoa Zoro, is one of them, but he's definitely not the only. From the East Blue all the way to the Land of Wano in the New World, some very capable swordsmen who are incredibly skilled in the way of the sword have appeared. View the full article

Take a look at the official trailer for Restitched, a 2.5D platformer with an extensive level editor developed by Trixel Creative. View the full article

From attacking opponents and collecting resources to upgrading your kingdom, Dice Dreams is a great option for everyone who enjoys board games with a competitive twist. As the name implies, the core mechanic of Dice Dreams revolves around rolling dice to determine movement and actions on the board. View the full article

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt was known for NPCs that lacked personality, were repetitive in their design, and had limited routines and behaviors. In The Witcher 4, that appears to be changing, as the game's director recently revealed that it will be taking its NPCs to the next level. In a recent interview with Gamertag Radio, game director Sebastian Kalemba revealed that NPCs in The Witcher 4 are specifically designed to look "like they're living, with their own story." Now, in light of their increased detail, it's worth considering what The Witcher 4's NPCs could introduce to the series' gameplay. …

A new Genshin Impact leak has revealed important information about upcoming character releases. Genshin Impact's intensive update schedule allows HoYoverse to keep the content fresh by consistently adding new storylines, playable units, regions, and more. View the full article

Open-world games need many elements to synergize for players to remember these experiences, especially given how overpopulated the world of gaming is with such experiences. A simple and engaging way for players to fall in love with these sandbox titles is courtesy of a memorable villain who captures the player's attention whenever they make an appearance. View the full article

While most of the cast of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace was busy celebrating the film's 25th anniversary last year, there was one star of the show that wasn't among the group. Jake Lloyd, who was seemingly bound for stardom when he portrayed the young Anakin Skywalker (the man who became Darth Vader), never really saw his career take off after the Star Wars prequel trilogy. In part, that was because he suffered from severe mental illness. View the full article

Free-to-play games are enticing options on the PlayStation 5, and this category of projects has drastically shifted in recent years. With the explosive popularity of titles like Fortnite and Genshin Impact, many games want to adopt a free-to-play formula. View the full article

Aside from the Protagonist, there will be seven additional party members to join him during his journey who can fight in combat in Metaphor: ReFantazio. Gallica will be there right at the beginning of the game, but she won't be able to participate in battle to the same degree as the other party members. View the full article

Keira Knightley has cemented herself as one of the most versatile and renowned actors of her generation, having played exciting and beloved roles her whole adult life. Kiera Knightley's versatility is most obvious when looking at the variety of genres she has dipped into over the years, from fantastical films like Pirates of the Caribbean to historical pieces like The Imitation Game, as well as romantic comedies like Love Actually and literary dramas such as Atonement and Pride and Prejudice. Knightley's adaptability has won her fans of all ages, and undoubtedly her most recent roles in Black Doves and The Boston Strangler will continue to do so. …

Konami is planning on releasing Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater at some point in 2025. It's being positioned as an ambitious remake of the 2004 classic action-stealth title, with not only revamped visuals, but gameplay and structural elements as well. Time will tell how receptive players, especially those with a fondness for the original game, are to this Metal Gear Solid 3 remake, but it's looking promising so far. View the full article

Disneyland isn't just for kids—it's also a paradise for adults seeking a more refined culinary experience. From romantic date nights to indulgent meals paired with craft cocktails, Disneyland Resort offers a variety of upscale dining options perfect for grown-up visitors. Here's a guide to the best Disneyland restaurants for adults that combine exceptional food, elegant ambiance, and a touch of Disney magic. View the full article

Amazon's Winter Sale is producing some impressive deals, including the Logitech G815 Lightsync gaming keyboard, which is now available for $119.99. Shoppers seeking a sleek gaming keyboard with great performance are happy to hear that this promotion brings down the price an immense 40% from its original price of $199.99. The price brings back the lowest price ever on Amazon, recorded on Black Friday, saving shoppers $80 on the purchase. Do act quickly, though, as there's no word on how long we'll get to enjoy the discount. View the full article

While continuing its legacy through ongoing full mainline releases, Final Fantasy has also managed to make the most of its relationships with other franchises. Taking particularly well to the fighting game genre, the appearance of Clive Rosfield in Tekken 8 is the latest collaboration that introduced a Final Fantasy character. With only one other series rivaling the dynamic he's reinforced, there's significant promise in Clive making it to the next Super Smash Bros. title. View the full article

If someone collected every Dragon Ball game ever made and stacked the fighting games next to the non-fighting games, there wouldn’t be a contest. The fighting games would tower above them like Shenron. Dragon Ball games have hit almost every console since the days of the NES. In the early days, there weren’t many fighting games but now that is almost exclusively what fans get. View the full article

One Piece has always had some of the strangest body proportions in all of fiction. While many other series attempt to keep characters in a relatively similar size category, One Piece characters, on the other hand, can reach incredibly absurd sizes. Even seeing two characters, like Doffy and Luffy, who are both supposed to be human, standing side by side, the actual height difference is almost comically ridiculous. View the full article

Honkai: Star Rail shares many similarities with its predecessor, Genshin Impact. For instance, each version lasts for six weeks, and there are always two phases of the version, where each lasts for three weeks. When the three-week timer is over, players will see a change in the featured Warp Banner. Therefore, when a banner drops, Trailblazers have that much time to grind the game for every drop of Stellar Jade. View the full article

One Marvel's Spider-Man 2 player tried their best to capture photos reminiscent of the Tobey Maguire Spider-Man movies. Many fans consider Marvel's Spider-Man 2 to be one of the best games that the famous web-slinger has ever been a part of. With the variety of outfits, options, and improvements it has over the previous entry, that claim may prove true. Granted, some gamers also enjoy the simpler things, such as the game's Photo Mode. View the full article

The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has continued to go from strength to strength with each release, with the recent Sonic the Hedgehog 3 being met with positive responses from moviegoers and critics alike. The franchise continues to deliver box office results too, leading to audiences demanding a fourth installment. View the full article

Square and Enix (two companies that eventually became Square Enix in 2003) found major success in the '90s, whether it was through their flagship franchises Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest or their other games. Here are the best Square or Enix games from each year in the '90s. View the full article

In 2024, major Shonen Jump manga ended. Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia bid farewell to their fans (at least when it comes to the original stories, there are plenty of spin-offs ongoing). Since Naruto and Bleach ended in the 2010s, fans have been wondering which titles would be the "next big three". View the full article