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Summary Rumors are swirling that a newStarcraftgame may be coming from a developer other than Blizzard, potentially linking Nexon to the beloved strategy franchise. In its heyday, the sci-fi real-time strategy series from Blizzard was hailed as one of the pinnacles of its genre, serving as one of the first popular “esports” games. Recent years, however, have seen the franchise largely fall into dormancy, only seeingrumors about newStarcraftgameswith no concrete confirmations of a new game....

Summary Bloober Team has confirmed that it is still working on a proper PlayStation 5 Pro enhancement update for theSilent Hill 2remake. The game’s PS5 Pro patch struggled with major issues related to image quality, and six months later, theSilent Hill 2remake still doesn’t offer any meaningful upgrades when running on the mid-generation system. At the time of the PS5 Pro’s launch in late 2024, theSilent Hill 2remake was advertised as one of numerous games that would leverage the console’s beefier hardware....

Summary In theStar Trekuniverse, intelligence isn’t just about raw brainpower—it’s about adaptability, creativity, and staying three steps ahead of the unknown. From sentient holograms to reality-warping cosmic tricksters, the franchise has gifted fans with minds so sharp that they redefine genius itself. Is it the cold, hard logic of a Vulcan, the near-infinite database of an android, the accumulated wisdom of a Trill, or the sheer reality-bending power of a cosmic entity?...

Summary ThePlayStationStore has seen a quiet but much-needed shake-up this month, with several developers and their entire game catalogs suddenly delisted. While Sony has yet to make an official announcement, the recentPlayStationStore removals are targeted towards shovelware and intentionally deceptive games. For years, thePlayStation Store has been flooded with low-effort shovelwareand scam games, many of which are blatant rip-offs of popular PC titles. These games are often created quickly using cheap assets or AI-generated content, then marketed as console versions of hit indie or multiplayer games from Steam....

Stardew Valleyhas an incredible number of hidden details for players willing to spend the time finding them. Easter eggs are commonplace in this intricate indie game, with surprising benefits to players who are more inclined to grind the game for long hours or are up for a challenge. Such is the case with this rare line of dialogue. While it’s certainly not the only rare line of dialogue players can achieve inStardew Valley, achieving it is quite the feat....

Summary Turki Alalshikh, owner of The Ring magazine and chairman of the General Entertainment Authority for Saudi Arabia, has revealed that a new boxing video game is now in development withStreet Fightercreator Takashi Nishiyama at the helm. Nishiyama is the president of video game developer Dimps, best known for working on a variety ofSonic,Dragon Ball, andStreet Fightergames. With EA’sFight Nightseries lying dormant for many years, boxing fans have been calling out for a studio to fill the gap in the market....

WhileSpider-Manhas one of the most iconic costumes and color schemes of all superheroes, especially in the MCU, he’s also not againstslight tweaks to the designto perfect it for future installments and swings around New York City. As such, fans should expect a different suit inSpider-Man: Brand New Day, but what could that be? Spider-Man has had plenty of hero suits over the years, but which of them would make the most sense to be inSpider-Man: Brand New Day, and which of them from hiscomic book pastwould look the coolest in live-action for Peter’s return to the MCU?...

While previews have already given gamers a good look atTales of the Shire, some of the game’s features have yet to be fully revealed. Players know the title will feature standard simulation gameplay, like farming, collecting resources, fishing, and cooking, but some details about its NPCs, decorative furniture and clothing, and events are still unknown. Hopefully, when these details aboutTales of the Shireare finally revealed, it will be clear that developer Weta Workshop has been taking inspiration from other titles in the simulation genre....

Summary While playing through a run ofBalatro, players have to play rounds known as Small and Big Blinds. However, they can choose to skip these Blinds instead. As a reward for doing so,they’ll receive aTag.These have special effects that can help with runs, although some Tags will be far more useful than others. Every Tag will reward players in some way, but which ones are worth skipping over a Blind to get?...

This article contains spoilers forRed Dead Redemption 2. There are always some unwritten rules in any video game. These rules aren’t necessary for the completion of any game, but they’re more so little rituals everyone goes to lengths to complete to enhance, optimize, or otherwise improve their experience with whatever game they’re working through. Of course, they’re going to vary from title to title: always save dogs inMinecraft, always drop a 500kg bomb right before extraction inHelldivers 2,Boop the snoot when facing the PiginDead by Daylight....

Summary Additional photography forThe Fantastic Four: First Stepsis actively underway in Los Angeles, and a newly surfaced behind-the-scenes photo featuring one of the film’s stars might have just dropped a major MCU spoiler. In April, Marvel gave fans the firstfull-length trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and the internet had many thoughts. The teaser stirred controversy, with some viewers accusing the film of pushing a politically correct agenda and criticizing the choice to reinvent Silver Surfer as a woman....

Quick Links Choosing your starting class can be a tough decision in most ARPGs, andThe Slormanceris no exception. In this quirky, humorous take on the genre, you get to pick from one of three preset classes and hunt down monsters as you work to restore the kingdom to its former glory. Each class inThe Slormancerbrings something unique to the table. Whether you enjoy getting up close with the enemy or prefer poking from a distance, the game gives you all the tools to shape your build exactly how you want....

Summary Final Fantasy 7boasts many iconic elements that help it stand out asthe greatest game in the series. The elite Shinra warrior group known asSOLDIERis one such element shown in the game, and it boasts some of the most powerful warriors inFinal Fantasy. Despite Cloud being one of the most powerful combatants in the game, his skills still weren’t good enough to help him become a part of this elite division....