Underappreciated Sci-Fi Movies From 2021

WhileDune,Ghostbusters: Afterlife,and the upcoming and highly anticipatedMatrixsequel,The Matrix Resurrections,will likely duke it out for the best sci-fi feature of 2021, there have been a few sci-fi features already released this year that have been under the radar. This could be because they borrow elements from previous sci-fi classics, and have received mixed to negative reviews due to their lack of originality or plot issues. However, the following sci-fi films convey some intriguing ideas involving time travel, love, survival, resurrection, and preserving precious memories....

June 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1190 words · Mason Fowler

What Dragon Age: Dreadwolf's Rumored God of War Influence Could Mean for ME4

While neither franchise ever completely went away,Dragon Age: DreadwolfandMass Effect 4will be the first new installment either series has had in some time. BioWare has remained relatively tight-lipped about both projects, though leaks, teasers, and plain old speculation still give fans plenty to pick apart. For example,Dragon Age: Dreadwolf’s gameplay leak in Februaryincluded the detail that its action gameplay draws heavily from 2018’sGod of War. Unsurprisingly, most analysis of that leak has focused on its implications forDragon Age: Dreadwolfand the series as a whole....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 625 words · Danielle Shaw

Which Class to Pick First in Lords of the Fallen

The dark fantasy world ofLords of the Fallenis packed to the brim with danger. Picking the right starting class can make all the difference when it comes to the difficulty of the game’s early stages, and players can eventually transition into their dream build as they progress through their adventure in Axiom. There are nine possible starting classes inLords of the Fallen,and such a wide variety of options can confuse players new to the genre....

June 1, 2025 · 4 min · 817 words · Nicholas Hudson

Why Kingdom Hearts Fans Should Keep an Eye on Luminous Realms

TheKingdom Heartsgames have been lauded for their compelling worlds and combat, paving the way for many design inspirations. A solo developer by the name of Yahya Danboos is taking this love for the series and applying it to their own craft;Luminous Realms, described as a “thrilling action-RPG adventure,” bears heavy influence fromKingdom Hearts' first and second mainline entries, which has many fans excited about updates to the project. Yahya, who can be found detailing their design process on social media @YahyaDanboos, has been working onLuminous Realmsfor over a year now....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 573 words · Melissa Reynolds

Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Should Explore the Sea and Sky

Thanks to both gameplay trailers giving fans a glimpse of Nintendo’s upcoming game,The Legend of Zelda:Breath of the Wild 2is expected to take playerssoaring into the skies above Hyrule.Though this could be Nintendo taking inspiration fromSkyward Swordand hoping to improve in-flight gameplay a second time around, it may be more likely thatBreath of the Wild 2is attempting to expand on its predecessor’s map by going up instead of out. But ifBreath of the Wild 2is going to increase the verticality of the original game, then Nintendo shouldn’t just stop going skyward....

June 1, 2025 · 5 min · 991 words · Brianna Walton

10 PlayStation Games We Want To See On Xbox One

AlthoughPlayStation 4has been killing it with its exclusives as of late,Xbox Onehas a better user interface and multitasking capabilities. As a media device, Xbox One is superior, but ultimately, a vast library of exclusives put PlayStation 4 on the road map to success. RELATED:10 PlayStation Vs. Xbox Memes That Are Too Funny For Words The Xbox One X isthe most powerful console of its generation. With extraordinary hardware, Xbox could play PlayStation games with superior performance....

May 31, 2025 · 5 min · 864 words · Brian Williams

7 Reasons Final Fantasy 7 Is The Best Game In The Series (& 7 It's Actually 10)

One of the longest-going debates in theFinal Fantasyfranchise is which game is better than VII. While many fans have their own favorites over the course of fifteen mainline games — and tons of spinoffs — VII stands as the popular favorite. Not only was it the most successful game in the series but the most popular as a result. RELATED:10 Games To Play If You Love The Final Fantasy 7 Remake On PS4...

May 31, 2025 · 6 min · 1216 words · Jennifer Nguyen

Animal Crossing: 5 Advantages Of Time Travel (& 5 Disadvantages)

Time travel inAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsis a controversial subject. It’s the practice — or cheat, some call it — of changing the internal clock on the Nintendo Switch, which the game relies on to tell the time. This reflects what’s happening in the game. There’s a reason people do it — it can provide many advantages. But Nintendo has also tried to encourage players from skipping large chunks of time by implementing some discouraging features....

May 31, 2025 · 5 min · 861 words · David Martin

Atelier 25th Anniversary Broadcast Revealed

Koei Tecmo has announced anAtelier25th Anniversary Broadcast to celebrate the milestone for the franchise.Koei Tecmohas long published the JRPG franchise, which is one of the longest-running in the genre. Atelierremains one of the longest-running JRPG franchises out there, and the series has always had a steady stream of releases over the past few decades. The last game released wasAtelier Sophie 2:The Alchemist of the Mysterious Dream, which was released in early 2022 to favorable reviews....

May 31, 2025 · 2 min · 403 words · Christina Martin

Baldur's Gate 3: How to Use the Brain Jars

Quick Links During the prologue ofBaldur’s Gate 3, “A Nautiloid in Hell,” players can find and pick up a couple of unusual objects. These objects are brains in green jars that stand out against the red and purple color scheme of the mind flayers. These brain jars don’t serve much purpose during the prologue, but players should hold onto them even so. If the party still has these jars at the end of Act 2 ofBaldur’s Gate 3, they’ll discover a place to use them in the depths of the Mind Flayer Colony, along with the six brain jars found within this region....

May 31, 2025 · 2 min · 412 words · Tracy Thompson

Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 2 – Best Vhaidra Uoswiir Build

With the noble Uoswiir family of Drows slaughtered by their rivals in the Underdark, the Drow MonkVhaidra UoswiirofBaldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance 2serves as the game’s nimble-footed melee DPS powerhouse. Equally skilled with her fists as with conventional weapons, Vhaidra employs a wide variety of techniques to eliminate multiple opponents or get herself out of sticky situations. Her thirst for vengeance against her family’s murderers leads her to Baldur’s Gate, which she eventually protects with other companions....

May 31, 2025 · 4 min · 725 words · Jonathan Brady

Battletoads: How to Keep Champion's Weapon Stuck

Rare and Dlala Studios’Battletoadsis a game with gameplay that can prove difficult for newer players to the franchise. Whether it’s the game’s infamous turbo bike sections, whereBattletoadsplayers have already wrecked over 10 million turbo bikesor the vicious character brawler sections, some players could use some pointers on how to survive. Players wanting to give themselves an edge in the boss fight with Axeley in Act 2 will only need to learn one little secret that will also net them an achievement in the process....

May 31, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Lance Scott

Behind-The-Scenes Facts You Never Knew About Ocarina Of Time

Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Timehas been a fan favorite for over two decades. To this day, it offers both seasoned players and newcomers plenty of reasons to play. The celebrated series from Nintendo has won the hearts of millions worldwide, and this entry is considered a highlight of the franchise. The game focuses on the adventures of its protagonist, Link, in his quest to acquire magical artifacts and protect princess Zelda....

May 31, 2025 · 5 min · 1063 words · Alexis Morse