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Summary Playtonichas detailed its decision to trim down its workforce, following multiple reports of layoffs over the past week. Established in 2014,Playtonicis a British game studio which was founded by devs who also worked on titles such asDonkey Kong Countryand theBanjo-Kazooieseries. Over the past decade, Playtonic has marked quite a few highlights in its history, from building an original IP to setting up its in-house publishing division. Unsurprisingly, the developer is mainly known for theYooka-Layleeplatform games, the first of which came out in 2017 after an instantly successful crowdfunding campaign....

Summary ManyPokemonfans have built custom LEGO models of their favorite creatures, and one in particular has assembled quite an impressive collection. From major franchise icons like Pikachu and the Generation 1 starters to less mainstream Pokemon like Volcarona, the possibilities for creating fan-made LEGO renditions are seemingly as vast as a player’s imagination, and they keep building as each newPokemongame adds even more collectible monsters to the franchise’s already impressive 1,025-monster roster....

Summary It has been announced thatRuneScape: Dragonwildsis now a massive success shortly after being released on Steam through early access. Some games will resonate with players and unexpectedly become big hits soon after they drop.RuneScape: Dragonwildsis one of these types of games, as it is doing very well in early access. RuneScape: Dragonwildstakes place on the forgotten continent of Ashenfall and tasks players with taking down the Dragon Queen. Gamers have a number of things that they can do, including building, crafting, and more....

Summary Quick Links The following contains minor spoilers from the manhwa not yet adapted into the anime. Jeju Island represented a major stainon the Korean hunter’s record inSolo Levelingafter three failed attempts to clear the ants that had infested the area after a dungeon break. Korea’s top hunters who participated never forgot the toll the island took, and kept working toward eventually putting their slain comrades to rest with a victory....

Summary The Walking Deadhas established itself as one of the leading survival series; by presenting a rich world filledwith threats and iconic characters, its universe grows through each episode, with its season finales closing the story arcs. With its emotional and narrative impact, dangers greater than the walkers make these arcs weightier for both the characters and the audience. The best season finales ofThe Walking Deadoffer more than the resolution of arcs developed across the season; they introduce new threats and characters that often change the course of the story....

Summary There may be more bad news aboutThe Batman:Part 2and its director. If true, it may be the worst yet, and something die-hard fans have long feared. The Batman: Part 2has faced multiple delays since its 2022 announcement, so much so that even its current release date of October 2027 looks less feasible with each passing week. An unfinished script and reports of Robert Pattinson joiningDune 3, a movie set to shoot this summer—mere months beforeThe Batman Part 2’s supposed filming schedule—stoked fears amongst fans that the movie would never see the light of day....

Summary Sometimes,the greatest heroes are born from the deepest scars. In the ever-popularisekaigenre, protagonists are whisked away from their ordinary lives into fantastical worlds where adventure, power, and a new destiny await. For some, that journey does not begin with excitement,it begins with pain. These are thecharacters who were bullied, rejected, misunderstood, or completely forgotten in their original worlds, and in some cases, they come to a new world and face all these issues....

Quick Links Enzo is one of the best weapon-buffing characters inThe First Descendant, excelling at high single-target DPS and party-wide ammo support. His gameplay revolves around increasing critical hit rates, weak point damage, and ammo regeneration for himself and allies. If you want to obliterate bosses and never run dry on bullets, Enzo is your guy. While he doesn’t shine in farming or AoE like Bunny, Enzo’s toolkit is irreplaceable in long, sustained fights....

Summary TheResident Evilfranchise has produced some of the most iconic and well-known characters in the entire video game industry. Sure, this immensely popular horror series can get a little outlandish at times, but it always tries to remain at least somewhat grounded in reality, meaning many of the heroes and villains can feel eerily real, and sometimes, evenrelatableto a certain extent. Whether it’s their willingness to keep pushing on ahead despite the odds, or even simply their fun and curious personality, there are plenty of ways a character can feel easy to connect with....

Summary Obsidian has revealed a first look atThe Outer Worlds 2’s combat system, showing how players will defeat their opponents in melee and at a distance. The footage shows how Obsidian is evolving the combat systems of its sci-fi RPG, ahead ofThe Outer Worlds 2’s official release later this year. In a recentinterview with IGN, Obsidian shared more information aboutThe Outer Worlds 2’s combat system. The game will feature parkour, letting players climb or slide on nearby elements and granting better mobility....

Ultrawide monitors entered the PC components realm, making dual or triple monitor setups extinct. They aremassive, often measuring 49 inches diagonally, and offer an unparalleled field of view for an immersive viewing experience. If you have a decked-out gaming PC with one of the fastest graphics cards available and don’t look at price tags when shopping, then opting for a high refresh rate OLEDultrawide monitor will fit your setup. Some reputable brands in this field are Samsung, MSI, and LG, which have the best panel quality and don’t cut corners when designing their gaming monitors....

Ubisoft’sAnnoseries is well-established among fans of city builders, with the most recent entry (Anno 1800) taking players on a tour of the industrial revolution. Now six years later, the series is moving to one of the most highly requested settings: Ancient Rome.Anno 117: Pax Romanawill hand gamers the keys to the kingdom and task them withbuilding their own Roman Empirefrom scratch. Game Rant attended a recent event that showcasedAnno 117: Pax Romanaand spoke with game director Jan Dungel....

Summary Fallouthas had some excellent DLCs that further fleshed out the setting and story of each title. These introduced new characters, locations, enemies, and items toFallout’s world. While each previous title received a handful of expansions, some of these stand out more than others. And withFallout 5likely still a few years away at least, these DLCs are the best of the bunch and remain worth checking out. The following recommendations will include two DLCs from each of the three recent mainline entries and one honorable mention apiece....