Why There Are Almost No Games Like Skyrim Or Oblivion

Summary For over a decade, immersive RPG fans have asked, “Why does no other RPG feel likeThe Elder Scrolls?” A surprisingly small number of studios have tried to take the crown, but no contender has ever managed to drawSkyrimorOblivionfans away for very long. FromSkyrim’s legendary modding scene toOblivion’s groundbreaking open world, Bethesda’s classics remain in a class of their own, but that isn’t just down to nostalgia. It’s the result of several unique design choices most studios can’t (or won’t) replicate....

June 30, 2025 · 7 min · 1321 words · Alexis Hall

Xbox Game Pass Reveals New Games Coming in May 2025

Summary Microsoft has pulled the curtain back on a variety of games coming toXbox Game Passin May 2025. Microsoft typically likes to split months in half when it comes toXbox Game Passannouncements. However, the May 2025 Game Pass announcements are being handled a little bit differently than usual. Dredgewas added to Xbox Game Pass across the Ultimate, PC, and Standard tiers already, and now fans know exactly what to expect from the next couple of weeks....

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Samuel Wilson

"Telling the Story of Skate Culture Across the Decades": How Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Balances Innovation With Tradition

Despite rumors that a remake ofTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4would never see the light of day, developer Iron Galaxy and publisher Activision announced it just this past March. It’s exciting and possibly set up to make the same kind of wavesasTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2didin 2020. Of course, it’s not enough to give these titles a visual upgrade, slapTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4on the cover, and call it a day....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 637 words · Joseph Davies

All Daedric Shrine Locations in Oblivion Remastered

Quick Links The Daedric Princes and the Aedra are the divine entities that preside over Tamriel in the lore ofThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. One of the recurring themes inThe Elder Scrollsgames is Daedric Shrines, places of worship for these Daedric Princes, where people can seek blessings unique to these entities. InOblivion Remastered, these shrines also serve as the starting points for special quests that are the only way toobtain Daedric Artifacts, powerful weapons and armor with unique enchantments....

June 29, 2025 · 5 min · 942 words · Christopher Sanchez

Avatar: Fire And Ash Could Improve The Franchise's Storytelling

Summary So far, theAvatarfranchise has been built around the character of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington). The original film focused on him exploring the world of Pandora and becoming a Na’vi. The sequel delved further into that theme, highlighting the family he has created while also showing a new clan. However,mAvatar: Fire and Ashis set to take things in a slightly different direction. In the franchise’s third film installment, James Cameron will introduce another clan of Na’vi and explore a slightly darker and more violent side of this vast world....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 807 words · Robert Young

Best Illusion Spells In Oblivion Remastered

Quick Links Of the six different schools of Magic inOblivion Remastered, Illusion spells are some of the most varied. Illusion spells generally influence the perceptions of others, but the school also contains some of the most powerful spells inOblivion, like those that can paralyze enemiesor turn yourself invisible. The best Illusion spells inOblivion Remasteredwill embolden your allies, shut down spellcasters, send attackers fleeing back to their mums, and turn your worst enemy into your best friend....

June 29, 2025 · 6 min · 1102 words · John Lowe

Best Open-World Games That Don't Care About Realism

Summary While there’s certainly a place for realism in video games, the constant drive to provide players with realistic experiences can sometimesget in the way of creativity. The large and often impressive open-world games of AAA studios, for example, often strive for realism, be it visually, mechanically, or both. Though not all take this approach, regardless of budget. There are a variety of open-world games that take a more stylized and gamified approach to their visuals and/or design....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 785 words · Miss Sheri Brown DDS

Best Open-World Games With A Non-Human Protagonist

Summary Open-world games are a blast to play through, with players relishing the idea of exploring amazing sandboxes in the shoes of a lovable protagonist. Some games in this genre let players create their own protagonist, while others let players control a pre-made character. These characters are often as human as the players themselves, butsometimes, open-world gamesget creative and let players control protagonists who are anything but human. These characters are varied and do a great job of letting players live out a fantasy where they aren’t constrained by the limits of their species....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 841 words · Linda Harvey

Best RPGs To Play After Oblivion Remastered

Summary Oblivion Remasteredwas a classic title that hooked many players intotheElder Scrollsfranchiseonce more, as well as being a nostalgic experience for players that have enjoyed it in the past. Although the game has countless side quests and the whole map of Cyrodiil for the player to explore, those that have completed the main story ofOblivion Remasteredmay be interested in exploring other RPG titles. From games that are equally classic asOblivion Remasteredto the assortment of new RPG titles that have been released in recent years, these are by far thebest RPGs to play afterOblivion Remasteredfor those still looking for adventure....

June 29, 2025 · 5 min · 919 words · Allen Wade

Chicago Med Season 10, Episode 22 Release Date and Time

Summary Chicago Medhas beentelling fast-paced, emotional, and memorable stories about the staff at a major hospital since 2015, and now that the season 10 finale is almost here, several storylines will likely be resolved. Season finales are often bittersweet as fans don’t want to say goodbye to their favorite characters for an entire summer, but they’re also excited to see shocking cliffhangers and watch the drama unfold. Fans can look forward to seeing familiar charactersinChicago Medseason 10, episode 22, and based on the episode description and promo, many major characters are in tough positions....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 683 words · James Aguirre

Control 2 Budget Will Be Less Than Alan Wake 2

Summary Remedy Entertainment has confirmed that its next major single-player game,Control 2, is being developed on a smaller budget than the studio’s last release - 2023’sAlan Wake 2. While the financial scale-back may incite worries among fans, Remedy remains confident in its ability to deliver another high-quality experience with theControlsequel. 2019’sControlis widely regarded to be one of thebest games Remedy has ever made, so it comes as no surprise that the Finnish developer is working on a sequel that further expands the universe....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 390 words · Daniel Ray

Every Destiny 1 Exotic Weapon Still Missing in D2 So Far

Between when the originalDestinylaunched in 2014 to the current state ofDestiny 2in 2025, the franchise has changed in incredible ways over the years. With everynew DLC and Seasonal release forDestiny 2, the franchise’s signature power fantasy continues to evolve via new varieties of buildcrafting tools. Among some of these powerful buildcrafting tools players can wield inDestiny 2, there are a few nostalgic gems that are returning Exotic weapons from the originalDestiny, albeit with a few not-so-subtle changes to make them better fit into the modern sandbox ofDestiny 2....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 539 words · Thomas Carroll

Every Merchant's Location In Baldur's Gate 3

Quick Links InBaldur’s Gate 3, there is much player freedom when it comes to customizing the build of your personal Tav and their companions. One such way to complete and perfect builds is by equipping the best possible items, such as armors, gloves, boots, accessories, weapons, and more. One of the most common ways to source such items is from the variousmerchantsyou encounter throughout the story. Each merchant has a specific type of item they tend to sell, as well as usually having some uniquemagical itemsthat can only be obtained from them....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 412 words · Robin Key