Game Freak broke new ground with the release ofPokemon X and Yin October of 2013. It marked the first time that the gaming giant had asimultaneous release of games across all key regions globally. Additionally, X & Y added, “Mega Evolution,” which allowed 30 fully evolved Pokemon to take an additional step of development. The important question for fans, however, remained the same. Would the new roster of Pokemon be good?...
Summary Elden Ringwas a groundbreaking FromSoftware title in many ways, including being the first open-world Souslike from the developer who established the genre in the first place. As a part of this new design philosophy for an open-world Soulslike,Elden Ringintroduces mechanics that encourage exploration and challenge players to tackle trials littered throughout the Lands Between. One of the most interesting elements ofElden Ring’s open world is the presence of the Walking Mausoleums, which serve an important gameplay purpose on top of adding an imposing aspect to the environments ofElden Ring....
The Simsgames are all about the cycle of life. Growing up from a child, surviving adulthood and then passing away happily are just some of the general goals of the games. However, whileThe Sims 4has tons of rich and immersive mechanics that help you build your ideal family, that hasn’t always been the case. There was actually a time in the game where Sims wouldn’t even experience pregnancy, and taking care of a baby or a child was quite a bit of work....
With the recent announcement ofTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2and the constant clamoring for a new entry in the popularSkatefranchise, it’s no secret that players love skateboarding games. Now it seems players will be able to gain new insight into the popularTony Hawk’s Pro Skaterfranchise with a new documentary coming later this year. Tony Hawk’s Pro Skaterwas a skateboarding game where players took control of Tony Hawk and other famous skateboarders. Developed by Neversoft and published by Activision, the original game launched on the PlayStation 1 in 1999, and was eventually ported to the Nintendo 64, Sega Dreamcast, Nintendo Game Boy Color, and even the Nokia N-Gage....
Summary AHogwarts Legacyplayer fell to their death after a spider knocked them over from a subsurface attack. There are countless spiders to battle in aHogwarts Legacyplaythrough, but this gamer may have met the most unintentional end at the enemy’s hands. Hogwarts Legacyspiders spawn in numerous locations, but arachnophobic players can avoid them for several levels. The first mandatory encounter thatHogwarts Legacyplayers will have with the large spiders is in Jackdaw’s Tomb during the campaign....
One fan-favorite feature to come out of recent entries in thePokemonseries is the ability to customize the player’s appearance through choice of hair color and style, skin tone, and clothes. While this feature is still present inPokemon Scarlet and Violet, the clothing options are somewhat lacking compared to previous entries with players only really getting to swap between four Academy uniform options, leaving accessories as the main source of customization. With the Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC upcoming forPokemon Scarlet and Violet, there is a chance new types of clothing items will be added so that players can expand their wardrobes....
Disney has always been at the forefront of animation trends, and no other studio has quite managed to copy their model. Studios like Dreamworks or Ghibli have their own styles and have carved out their own unique properties that have become media staples, but it still seems that Disney is the biggest trendsetter. Now that Disney has pivoted to making exclusively 3D animated features, other studios have followed close behind, to the point where it’s rare to see 2D animated features anymore....
Fans have been hearing a lot of rumors about aStar Wars: Knights of the Old Republicremake lately. The classic RPG has a dedicated fanbase and has long been considered by many as the bestStar Warsgames ever made. AKnights of the Old Republicremake has already generated a lot of excitement without it even being an officially announced game. As such, fans should be careful to temper expectations about when, if ever, the game will release....
The legendary Clint Eastwood (who recently turned ninety-two years old) is best known for his Western films, includingThe Man With No Name (Dollars) TrilogyandUnforgiven. However, as an actor and director, he has also done other genres, including dramas and crime thrillers. These features contain essential themes such as morality, murder, guilt, and redemption. What makes Clint so endearing is his longevity and fearless ambition to take on roles that are both tough and cool....
ThePlayStation 2andXboxera was among the most lucrative for gamers. Both systems saw countless memorable titles released, and some of the biggest franchises in the business left their mark on players. Given the sheer number of games produced during this time, it makes sense that plenty of others slipped under the radar. Related:The Best PlayStation 2 Games Ever Made (According To Metacritic) Several such titles displayed passion and creativity rivaling the greats....
Haunted houses are a common trope both within and beyond the horror genre. Any franchise – fromSilent HilltoPokemon– could have its own haunted house, adding to the game world and making it more interesting.Haunted Chocolatier, despite not being a horror game in the traditional sense, is yet another title where this trope might apply. Though instead of just a haunted house, the players might get an entire haunted mansion to explore....
Before the hit co-op titleIt Takes Two, there was Hazelight Studios' previous game,A Way Out,which is still considered among the best co-op experiences ever. The story centers on two inmates who escape jail and are on the run from the police. Assuming the role of each character, players must work together to flee. RELATED:The Best Co-Op Games To Play After Beating It Takes Two A Way Outis replayable and can end in two different ways....
PS4 WHERE TO PLAY Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast, ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Hollow Knight is a classically styled 2D action adventure across a vast interconnected world. Explore twisting caverns, ancient cities and deadly wastes; battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs; and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom’s heart.Forge your own path! The world of Hallownest is expansive and open....
