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Summary Boss fights have long been a staple of video games of every genre and type, and it is well known that the balance between creating somethingchallenging and memorableas opposed to unfairly difficult or underwhelming after a long build-up is a hard balance to achieve. Horror games have a particularly hard job in crafting boss fights, as not only are players looking for a satisfying innovative challenge, but there is the natural expectation that the boss will retain the horror present in the narrative in some form or other....

Summary First announced in 2021, Obsidian Entertainment’sThe Outer Worlds 2is on track to release sometime in 2025. The sequel to the developer’s satirical sci-fi FPS RPG from 2019, the follow-up is set to expand on the world, characters, and gameplay in some major ways. Obsidian itself has been on something of a roll, as it also released its highly-awaited fantasy adventure,Avowed, earlier in February, makingThe Outer Worlds 2the second of two releases from a widely popular AAA studio in the same year, something that doesn’t often occur....

Summary Nintendo’s long-standing design philosophy that prioritizes player freedom over arbitrarily imposed goals may be the reason why theSwitch 2won’t have system-wide achievements. That conclusion can be drawn from a recently resurfaced interview with a senior Nintendo official, conducted many years before theSwitch 2even reached the drawing board. Achievements have been an industry-standard feature of gaming platforms since the late 2010s. Nintendo has so far resisted this trend, despite some vocal fans calling for the company to reconsider this stance....

Several Pokemon amongPokemon Legends: Z-A’s leaked Mega Evolutions stand out as only one half of an existing pair, suggesting that Game Freak might have plans for Mega Evolution DLC later on with these leftover counterparts. Though all leaks and rumors should be treated with skepticism, one of the more credible sources forPokemonleaks, CentroLeaks, has released a list ofMega Evolutions supposedly coming toLegends: Z-A.Given that these leaked Mega Evolutions could potentially be real, this raises new questions about why certain critters are receiving new evolutions despite being part of an established pair....

Summary While it’s often been compared closely toGrand Theft Autoand similar open-world crime games, and it certainly shares some overall familiar designs with them, theMafiafranchise has carved out its own identity within the genre over the 20-plus years that it’s been around. The first twoMafiagames were developed by 2K Czech before Hangar 13 took over production on the IP for the third entry and will soon be releasing the forthcoming one,Mafia: The Old Country....

Summary Warhorse Studios has revealed tons of jaw-droppingKingdom Come: Deliverance 2stats, revealing details like the number of NPCs players have killed since its February launch. The stats are a unique look at how the community is choosing to playKingdom Come: Deliverance 2. It has been three months since the release of thecritically acclaimedKingdom Come: Deliverance 2, and while the initial hype of the launch period has naturally died down, the game remains popular....

Summary With horror standing as one ofthe most explored film genres, iconic characters have emerged within its stories, either to become the heroes of those tales or even to be corrupted by the very evil they face, winning the empathy of audiences through their arduous journeys. Dealing with extreme and frightening situations, they prove to be more than warriors, acting as leaders of their group. The best protagonists in horror filmscaptivate audiences not merely through their strength or determination to confront evil but by preserving their humanity and empathy even amid extreme threats that endanger their own lives and those they cherish....

Quick Links Blue Princeis a game built on taking notes, remembering small details, and solving logic puzzles. It has a huge variety of rooms that challenge the player to recall all the clues they’ve encountered so far, and an in-depth lore that will keep you busy trying to parse through it for quite some time. One of the rooms that you will encounter on your daily foray into the mansion is the Classroom, a drafting studio floor plan that has a secret puzzle that you can unlock and attempt to solve....

Summary Nod-Krai is a sub-region that lies on thesouthernmost tip of Snezhnaya, known for its autonomous views and harsh living conditions.Genshin Impacthas been teasing the area for quite some time, and with the upcoming livestream, players can expect a generous amount of lore. The area is considered to be unsafe, as it’s steaming with thieves, monsters, and various types of organisms infected by the Abyss. Despite this, the region houses many citizens from various backgrounds who all share a variety of beliefs....

Summary SeveralArcanespinoffs have been announced after the hit animated series ended. Its executive producer teased that fans might get a new series featuring a fan-favorite duo. Arcaneis a successful animated series on Netflix inspired by the hit multiplayer online battle arena video gameLeague of Legends. It follows the adventures of the two sisters Powder/Jinx and Vi. However, their relationship was strained following tragic events, leading to Powder’s transformation into Jinx.Arcanewas a massive hit, but itended after just two seasons....

Summary Battlefield 6alpha gameplay footage has been leaked online following the latest playtest sessions forBattlefield Labsmembers. Since the program’s launch in February, EA has usedBattlefield Labsto get feedback on potential adjustments and gameplay changes while developingBattlefield 6, and the program recently received an influx of new players. Battlefield 6is currently in development by the largest team of developers that the franchise has ever had, comprised of DICE, Criterion, EA Motive, and Ripple Effect....

Summary The Legend of Zeldawas one of the most influential games since its NA release in August 1987. It was the earliest version of an open world for players to explore with its isometric perspective. What’s great about the point of view is seeing everything within a range, making the experience not as overwhelming and time-consuming asstandard 3D open-world games. This special point of view is great for viewing the surrounding environment without much need to turn the camera....

Summary Sega might be best known for blue hedgehogs and arcade racers, but when it dips into horror, it doesn’t hold back. Over the years, Sega has backed some of the most deeply unsettling, creatively twisted, and technically ambitious horror games to ever haunt a screen. From grindhouse shooters soaked in irony and gore to slow-burn psychological thrillers that make breathing feel optional,Sega’s horror catalogis as diverse as it is disturbing....