Summary OneStardew Valleyplayer is putting their organizational talents on display with an entire chest room dedicated to sorting all of their various items. The farming and life simulator has been an indie darling since its release back in 2016, andStardew Valleyplayers are still creating, discovering, and sharing with the community after all these years. The game remains fresh thanks to updates and mods, andStardew Valleywill soon get update 1.6which is already promising a ton of new features....

Summary A dedicated group ofSuper Mario Makerplayers have beaten all the levels uploaded to the game before the Wii U’s services go offline. As Nintendo has been focused on the Nintendo Switch ever since its release in 2017, the Japanese gaming giant has also been phasing out the services of its previous consoles, the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. This closure would affect several games released on the console, including the firstSuper Mario Maker, a Wii U exclusive....

Summary 2023 marks another significant year in the ever-evolving world ofPokemon TCG, with TCGPlayer’s list of the most expensivePokemoncards revealed. The list which has been compiled based on stringent criteria reflects the vibrant and fluctuating market ofPokemoncollectibles. It also offers insights intoPokemon’s esteemed status and desirability among aficionados and collectors who are invested inPokemon TCG. Pokemon TCGcards are celebrated for their art and the nostalgia they evoke, often reminding players of their first adventures in the Pokemon world....

The Legend of Tiandingis a unique comic book/cel-shaded stylized 2d action platformer taking place in a 20th-century Japanese setting. In this game, players step into the legendary shoes of Liao Tianding, a folk hero from Taiwanese tradition. This interesting premise almost immediately sets this game apart from its indie counterparts. Playing out as a mostly traditional action platformer with light Metroidvania elements,The Legend of Tiandingis equal parts polished and enjoyable for genre fans....

In what came as an amazing surprise, HBO is going to work on a television show forThe Last of Usin cooperation with the director of the aforementioned game, Neil Druckmann. Representing HBO isCraig Mazin, the critically acclaimed writer of HBO’s show,Chernobyl. All of this is adding up to be an incredible treat for fans of the evocative franchise, and there is now some question as to what the series will adapt....

The science aspect of science fiction is what gives the genre its distinct possibilities, but it can also be a burden to its creators. Luckily, those in the genre have come up with a few catch-all terms to explain away anything too complicated without raising too many questions. The noble art ofexplaining sci-fi mumbo jumbowith a handful of more easily-digested phrases has a long history in every medium. Writers often need something that can do whatever they need it to do within the bounds of the story without losing suspension of disbelief....

Summary AMinecraftfan baked delicious muffins based on the game’s cake. The sweet dessert is one of the manyfood items thatMinecraftplayers can eat to relieve hunger so they can continue their tasks and exploration. First released in 2011,Minecraftbecame the highest-selling video game of all time because of its sandbox format, which gave players the freedom to build their virtual homes, battle zombies, and explore with friends. It’s also become a popular category on Twitch and YouTube as content creators participate in multiplayer gameplay and record-breaking speed runs....

Last month, Creative Assembly unveiled the latest entry in theTotal Warfranchise,Total War: Pharaoh.The game will be bringing the series back through history after its brief stint in fantasy withTotal War: Warhammer 3and will explore an entirely new time period. Players will be able to experience the Bronze Age of Egypt in all its glory and will have to do everything they can to keep the country together. However, it will not be easy asTotal War: Pharaohwill be introducing a slew of new features including dynamic weather, slower combat, and unit weight which should keep even the most veteran players on their toes....

The topic of Norse mythology is gaining traction in the gaming industry, with a string of AAA games dedicating their plot lines to exploring ancient folklore. The most recent entry,God of War: Ragnarok, brought Santa Monica Studios so much success with its release - and the category of mythology-based action RPGs should see an explosion of content soon thanks to the efforts of the field’s trailblazers likeAssassin’s Creed.Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrificepreceded the foray of the superstar franchises into Norse mythology and laid solid groundwork for the sequel,Hellblade 2, to follow....

The release of theXbox Series Xis fast approaching, and fans are excitedly awaiting the moment that they will be able to get hands-on with the latest Microsoft console. Though there has been some concern that the new console will see delays due to the COVID-19 situation, fromall accounts, it appears that everything is on track. However, there has been some discussion of the possibility of launch titles suffering from delays....

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wildremains a star title on the Switch years after its release for a lot of reasons. Its open world is littered with things to discover, its post-apocalyptic storytelling remains unique within theZeldafranchise, and it’s full of memorable new takes on old characters. For instance,The Legend of Zeldais littered with Great Fairies, butThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wildmakes them special through their unique ability to upgrade Link’s armor....

Though players have created many things inThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, one player chose to make a ‘biblically accurate’ version of President Hudson and unleashed it upon nearby innocents. The player then posted their creation and its carnage on social media for otherZelda: Tears of the Kingdomplayers to see, and received some praise and feedback for their contribution. InZelda: Tears of the Kingdom, players have been able to let their creativity flow thanks to Link’s Ultrahand and Autobuild abilities....

The world of true crime is lurid and unpleasant. Tons of people find themselves fascinated by the true stories of horrible suffering that befall other real human beings. There is a genuine artistry to finding the humanity in a horrible person or exploring the pain of their victims, and that leaves some true crime movies in a world of unique cinematic language. True crime is dealing withextremely accurate accusations of exploitation....