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Summary Despite some of their most obvious differences,StarfieldandThe Outer Worldshave been frequently compared to one another, as they are both narrative-driven, first-person sci-fi RPGs developed by studios renowned for their storytelling — Bethesda and Obsidian Entertainment, respectively. In some ways, this makes the comparisons between the two justifiable. However, their clear differences — likeStarfield’s larger scale,The Outer Worlds' tightly woven narrative, and each title’s unique approach to gameplay — are difficult to ignore....

Summary The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredmay be enough of an upgrade to justify calling it a fully-fledged “remake,” but it has nonetheless been dubbed by its owner a “remaster.” Yes, there are plenty of improvements to speak of beyond its visual upgrade alone, but for it to be a remake, it would essentially need to have been built from scratch — a more transformative process that severely impacts the game’s core systems and structure....

After plenty of rumors and leaks, the dream of many longtime fans ofThe Elder Scrollshas finally come true:The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredis real, and it arrived the same day as its reveal. It has now been nearly two full decades since the release of the original game, and with the massive upgradeThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredis already proving itself to be, there are bound to be plenty of brand-new players arriving on the scene for their first journey through one of thebestElder Scrollsgamesever made....

Summary TheStar Warsfranchise shows no signs of slowing down under Disney’s leadership, with various movies planned,includingStar Wars: Starfighter, which will star Ryan Gosling in the lead role. However, it is the television wing of the Star Wars world that has been shining brightest in modern times, and that’s something that is set to continue. Whether it’sThe Mandalorian, Ahsoka, orAndor,Star Warshas proven to be a world that is perfect for a television format....

Quick Links Everyone needs to heal inThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, and Restoration spells are the most efficient way to restore HP in the game. While healing potions work well, they’re finite. Restoration magic can refill a player’s health bar for just a few points of Magicka, and since spells can be cast inOblivion Remasteredeven while both hands are occupied, players can restore their HP during combat without having to open a menu....

Dark Souls 2is easily the black sheep of FromSoftware’s Soulslike catalog. Even when compared to the otherdifficult Soulsborne games made by FromSoftware, it is arguably one of the most polarizing titles ever created by the developer. Despite that, it is still a quality title that provides many exhilarating, maddening, and enjoyable experiences one would expect from aDark Soulsgame. But, whether players enjoyed it or not, perhaps it is time to relive what it has to offer....

Summary World of Warcrafthas shared some more details aboutThe War Within’s Turbo Boost, including a way to complete the weekly quest with Mythic dungeons, a list of all purchasable items, and more, faster rewards than before. This gearing event will begin on May 13 and continue untilWorld of WarcraftSeason 3 begins in Patch 11.2. TheTurbo Boost is a new event inWorld of Warcraftthat will help players gear up faster for the remainder ofThe War WithinSeason 2....

Summary Forza Horizon 5is days away from launching on PS5 and PS5 Pro, and a recent performance analysis spells good news for PlayStation users looking forward to the critically-acclaimed Xbox first-party game. In fact, the PS5 Pro version in particular is being hailed as the best way to playForza Horizon 5on any console. Launched in November 2021 for Xbox Series X/S and PC,Forza Horizon 5is widely regarded as one of the most visually stunning and content-rich racing games to have launched this generation....

Summary The settings used for open-world games often vary, since some companies choose to create entirely new environments for their releases, while others draw heavily from real-world places, trying to reproduce those scenarios in a faithful or freer way. This approach gives players immersion that feels closer to reality, with recognizable landscapes, customs, and architectural styles. Among thebest open-world games set in Japan, the titles that stand out are those able to capture the country’s essence in an engaging way....

Fortniteis no stranger to big collaborations and crossovers. Since the game’s launch back in 2017, developer Epic Games has managed to secure team-ups with some of the biggest brands and franchises in pop culture. From Marvel to anime series,Fortnitehas covered a lot of ground in this regard, and one of these many successful crossovers is withTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Recently,TMNTwas featured in another crossover withFortnite, asTMNTvillains like Bebop and Rocksteadymade their way into the battle royale....

Summary Developer Cuddling Raccoons Studio and publisher Top Hat Studios, Inc. have shared the first official trailer for the adorable dungeon-crawler RPGPaper Animal Adventure, set to launch in early access in Q2 2025.Paper Animal Adventurewill release for PC,Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X, and fans can now get an early look at the combat gameplay and cute esthetics of this upcoming roguelike title. A number ofnewer games with old-school vibeshave caught the attention of audiences in recent years, with titles likeAnimal Well,Signalis, andOctopath Travelerblending the nostalgia of retro releases with modern mechanics....

Quick Links The First Berserker: Khazanhas a lot of collectibles, all of which have some uses. Jarlings are first introduced afterMission 4: First Act of Revenge, when you get a chance to talk toDanjinduring theBonus Mission,Jar Enthusiasts. He will first task the player with finding six Jarlings in the area, after which players will be able to find one Jarling in every main and bonus mission. There are a total of 44 Jarlings in the game—some hidden well enough to miss entirely....

Summary RoboCopfirst graced movie screens with the 1987 film of the same name, directed by Paul Verhoeven. The film succeeded with critics and audiences, garnering the financial returns to warrant sequels.RoboCop 2(1990) andRoboCop 3(1993) were maligned follow-ups whose diminishing returns saw the film franchise end for a time. However, the character would thrive in other media. RoboCopwas adapted into comic books, where he carried his own stories and even fought other screen icons like the Terminator....