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In the world of manga, one genre has been ruling the industry for quite some time now: the isekai. There are so many new isekai series every year that it is practically impossible to keep track of them all. While there’s nothing inherently bad about one genre being more dominant than the rest, the rise of isekai means the fall of other less-popular genres, such as horror. Horror is already a niche genre, but when an industry hyper-focuses on chasing the isekai trend, the result is a concerningly low number of horror manga. View the full article

Implicit Conversions, the developer behind some of PS Plus’s Classic PlayStation ports, is said to be looking into adding PS3 emulation at long last. While the PlayStation 5 is only backward compatible with its immediate predecessor, the PS4, Sony has been allowing gamers to play older titles from the PS1, PS2, and PSP eras through its Classics catalog of emulated games. However, while some PlayStation 3 games like God of War 3 have been made available on the PS4 and beyond, a good many classic PlayStation titles from the seventh console generation remain locked to their native system to this day. …

When it comes to RPGs, the Tales of series holds a very special place in the industry, recognized for its storytelling, memorable characters, and innovative gameplay mechanics. Since its humble beginnings in 1995 with Tales of Phantasia, the series has continued to capture and retain the attention of its fans and those of the JRPG genre in general with its frequently emotional narratives, unique artstyle, and ever-evolving combat systems. Now that the Tales of series is nearly 30 years old, however, that means some of its oldest titles are due for a remaster. …

Carlotta is the first 5-star limited pistol character in Wuthering Waves, introduced with the release of the new Rinascita region in version 2.0. As one of the highlights of this major update, Carlotta brings a fresh and dynamic playstyle, perfectly suited for exploring the new areas, especially if players have been looking to try out new characters for overworld exploration. Her fast-paced ranged attacks may be refreshing experience for both veteran and new players alike. View the full article

Slime Rancher has players taking control of protagonist Beatrix LeBeau through an indie life sim gameplay experience, exploring locations on a new planet, progressing their ranch, and discovering and taming endearing and interesting little creatures known as Slimes. There are a wide variety of different Slimes available in the game, each of which has its own unique habitat and interests, including a favorite food. View the full article

The first Pokemon GO Community Day of the year is in just a few days, and it is going to be an exciting one since this is the first time this Pokemon has ever been featured on a Community Day with a debut Shiny. Not only will players have a chance to get a Shiny version of the Pokemon that is featured during Pokemon GO Community Days, but players will also be able to get other rewards. View the full article

Control has a wide range of abilities for players to make use of. These abilities can be upgraded to behave in new and exciting ways. It is worth noting that in order to access every hidden location in the game, players will need to have unlocked the Levitate ability. View the full article

Excluding Special Illustration and other rare variants, Pokemon Pocket’s Mythical Island introduced 68 new and reworked cards, with Mew ex as the featured one. The mini-set was generally well-received, and players seem pleased with its impact on the metagame, encouraging more creative deck-building. However, not every card in the Mythical Island expansion was a hit. In fact, some were outright disappointing Pokemon that will likely be forgotten in a few months. Here’s a list of those “not-so-great” cards from Pokemon Pocket’s Mythical Island mini-set. …

Weilin Zhang is a renowned animator who has worked on many popular anime. With more viewers delving into the world of animation, his name has become more renowned. After all, he has worked on Boruto: Naruto Next Generation, One Piece, Heavenly Delusion, Mob Psycho 100, and Jujutsu Kaisen. View the full article

Disney Dreamlight Valley has many cake recipes with often glorious and sometimes unusual designs, with The Storybook Vale expansion adding even more to the game's ever-growing collection of meals. Underworld Cake is a Storybook Vale recipe you can make that certainly stands out with its imposing skull design, presumably a nod to Hades and the realm of the Underworld from Disney's Hercules and Greek mythology. If you want to add more cakes to your recipe collection, you might be eager to learn how to make Underworld Cake in Disney Dreamlight Valley and where to find all the necessary ingredients. …

One of the greatest things about open-world titles is that they give players a lot of freedom regarding how they can play a game, the companions they want to have, and even the weapons and armor they want to carry into battle. On top of this, many titles also allow players to pick between many different classes and make business deals to become richer. View the full article

Virtual reality is good for more than just VR gaming, and these are some of the best apps for Meta Quest 2. View the full article

A new Genshin Impact leak has revealed many details about the signature weapon for the upcoming 5-star Anemo user, Mizuki. Even though Mavuika and Citlali have just joined the playable roster in Genshin Impact, new leaks have already started revealing additional information about the upcoming additions to the game's long list of characters. View the full article

Gold is essential to survival in Skyrim. Players need gold to buy vital equipment such as spells, potions, and crafting materials, and it is also used to purchase player homes, hire certain followers, and get past speech checks with a bribe. So, having a vast hoard of gold is important if players want to have a ton of fun in this game and not worry about any monetary constraints. View the full article

Batman Incorporated is one of the more unique teams in DC Comics. Bruce Wayne (Batman) created Batman Incorporated to extend his influence beyond Gotham, recruiting crime fighters and vigilantes from across the globe. Although Batman has been known to travel worldwide on many occasions, he can't maintain his influence without these important members. View the full article

Helldivers 2 takes you across alien planets overrun with massive bug-like creatures and rampaging machines. Dropping the most powerful stratagems on them is only the first step in spreading freedom and democracy across the galaxy. You also need to know the best PC settings to ensure an optimal gameplay experience. View the full article

It is no secret that every single one of us has always wondered what it would be like to live in the world of anime where everything seems just perfect. Whether it's mindlessly walking around the calming and unreal world of Studio Ghibli anime or becoming the best shinobi in the Naruto universe, every anime world has something different to offer for its characters. View the full article

Those who have done their fair share of adventuring in Pocketpair's Palworld know by now that Palpagos is full of mythical wonders and dangerous challenges. This is one of the main reasons why the game has maintained its popularity and devoted fanbase since its astoundingly successful launch in January 2024. When it comes to tackling the various challenges found on each island, it's not just about having the most powerful Pals imaginable, but an arsenal of the best and most unique weapons for your character. View the full article

A prominent Marvel Rivals leaker recently shared gameplay footage of a new skin for Magik, showing the hero may get a fresh look in the near future. According to several people who have been sifting through the game's files, fans may see new skins and possibly an event associated with the upcoming Lunar New Year. Many Marvel Rivals players have been excitedly soaking up the information, as they're eager to see more options for their favorite heroes. View the full article

Fortnite players can celebrate the start of a new year in-game with their friends in Creative mode or Battle Royale. Fortnite is constantly receiving updates, but some are more exciting than others. Fans tend to be particularly fond of the updates that add seasonal content, allowing them to celebrate their favorite times of the year and events in-game with their friends. Despite Epic Games employees going on winter break in December, as a live service game, the end of the year always tends to be an eventful time in Fortnite. View the full article

Video game adaptations have been on the rise in recent years as Hollywood turns its attention to all the beloved IPs in the gaming world. 2024 was an excellent year for video game movies and series, which was only proven by the stiff competition at this year’s Game Awards. View the full article

Few superheroes have translated into the video gaming medium as perfectly as Spider-Man. Marvel’s most beloved hero has frequently proven to be a perfect fit for gaming with his thrilling web-slinging, acrobatic combat, and colorful array of villains to contend with. View the full article

Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket's Mythical Island expansion added a series of new cards to the game, giving players new targets to hunt for when ripping packs, as well as numerous additions to incorporate into various deck builds for their battling purposes such as PvP and Step-Up Challenges. Vaporeon is one of the many cards added through the A1a Mythical Island set, and can be obtained through ripping mew packs, Wonder Picks, or with Pack Points. View the full article

Genshin Impact has finally made Mavuika, the Pyro Archon, a playable unit in the game. Wielding a claymore and her impressive Pyro abilities, Mavuika is a force to be reckoned with, as evidenced by her famous battle against Capitano. View the full article

Anime compilation films have existed for decades as a unique movie format. They consist of movies that compile or condense content from a TV anime series into a feature-length film, sometimes with added scenes, re-edited content, or improved animation, depending on the circumstances, but typically cutting out filler and 'unnecessary' content to get an anime's story out in less time. These films have played a pivotal role in shaping the anime landscape, offering fans a new way to experience already beloved stories while introducing casual viewers to expansive franchises in a more digestible format before anime hit the mainstream. …