Nintendo Has No Big Plans for The Legend of Zelda 35th Anniversary

Though Nintendo celebrated theSuper Mariofranchise’s 35th anniversary with a number of new games, it doesn’t have anything major planned forThe Legend of Zelda, which is celebrating itsown 35th anniversary this year. However, the Japanese giant has something small in store for the more nostalgic fans, set to launch later this year. The Legend of Zeldais one of Nintendo’s flagship series, though Link may not operate like a mascot for the Japanese gaming studio the way that Mario does....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Laura Morris

Pikmin Bloom: How to Do Expeditions

Pikmin Bloommay not be thePikmin 4game that fans have been waiting for for a very long time, but it’s still a neatmobile title from Nianticthat draws inspiration fromPokemon GO. However, instead of focusing on capturing Pokemon and battling powerful monsters via Raids,Pikmin Bloomhas a more nature and eco-friendly vibe to it, with players growing their army of Pikmin and flooding the streets with flowers. OncePikmin Bloomplayers make their way to level 6, they have two tasks they need to complete before getting to level 7....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 377 words · Jeffrey Perez

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Comparison Video Shows How Much Battle Speed Has Improved

There were many expectations cast upon thePokemon: Brilliant DiamondandShining Pearlremakes when they were first announced. A nostalgia trip with a new coat of paint,Pokemonfans seem to at least be enjoying themselves with thePokemon Brilliant DiamondandShining Pearlgames. Even as a great entry into the RPG series as the originalDiamondandPearlwere, there were some unavoidable technical issues of the time. One fan made a comparison video showing off how far the community has come in terms of what they had back in the day, and what they have now....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 444 words · Kyle Fox

Prop Maker Makes Real Life Version of Elden Ring Crimson Seed Talisman

Elden Ring’s talismans replace the rings in FromSoftware’s previousDark Soulsseries as items that the player can find scattered around the game’s world, and when equipped will provide a specific buff to the player.These talismans are integrated intoElden Ring’s loreand are usually associated with the buff that they provide to the player. For example, the Arsenal Charm raises the players maximum equipment load, and the FlameDrake Talisman raises the player’s fire damage resistance....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Candace Townsend

Ryan Reynolds Shares First Trailer For Netflix's Red Notice

Ryan Reynolds dropped the trailer for the upcoming action comedy filmRed Notice. TheNetflixfilm, which stars Dwayne Johnson (The Rock), Gal Gadot, and Reynolds, is aiming to satisfy both action junkies and comic fans alike. InRed Notice, Reynolds and Johnson’s characters are working together out of a mutually beneficial agreement where they both are chasing Gadot’s character in order to capture her. TheNetflixfilm has guns, explosions, car chases, prison breakouts, ballroom dancing, art galleries, jet skis, and heists....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Samuel Crosby

Sifu Will Get a Physical Release Next Year

Sloclap’s independently developed and publishedSifurecently addressed its previously delayed release date. Now, fans are excited to receive themartial arts brawlerSifuat its new date of July 25, 2025. Sifu’s hands-on previewshave been doled out to the public lately with glowing reviews about its hand-to-hand combat. All that is left for Sloclap is to reach “Gold Master” onSifuwith enough polish that it feels ready to be delivered. Rather, Sloclap has shared that there will now be a different edition ofSifuthat fans can purchase that may also have a surprise or two that comes with it....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Brittany Conley

Soul Hackers 2: How To Raise Soul Level Fast

As players make their way through the opening hours ofSoul Hackers 2, they’ll gain a few other Party Members to help them combat their foes. These new characters aren’t just there to be a “class difference,” they’re actually an integral part of the storyline that unfolds. Not only will players be able to interact with these party members, but it’s required to unlock certain portions of the game, specifically areas found within the ever-twisting Soul Matrix....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 693 words · Tiffany Walker

Starfield’s Perks Are a Welcome Break From Tradition

Summary Leveling up has become a core part of not just the RPG genre but of gaming in general over the last couple of years. So many video games have adopted the system as a way to make players feel like they are achieving something along their journey. SinceStarfieldis a Bethesda RPG, it too has a version of leveling up that sees players get stronger as they go through the galaxy....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 603 words · Monique Lane

Super Smash Bros. Fan Video Imagines Pet Cat as Next Fighter

Although the firstSuper Smash Bros. UltimateFighters Pass has come to a close, fans are already clamoring for what’s coming next to the game with thesecond Fighters Pass. One fan took it upon themselves to introduce a most unusual fighter into the role with a surprisingly convincing video. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s second Fighters Pass is still under development, with fans only knowing that it’s promising to bring six new fighters to the game....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Kimberly Wang

The Game Awards Nominees Will Be Revealed Soon

The Game Awardshosted by Geoff Keighley will announce its nominees for an estimated 30 categories soon. Fans across all games have grown to anticipateThe Game Awardsshow now in its 8th year. Thanks to the spectacle of the show, the announcements of games coming in the next year, and major engagement across many social platforms, the show has become one of the gaming industry’s biggest nights of the year anddraws millions of viewers to The Game Awards streamsevery year....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Michelle Burton

The Last of Us Vs. The Walking Dead: Clementine Vs. Ellie, Who Is The Better Survivor?

If you’re an avid fan of post-apocalyptic survival video games, then Naughty Dog’sThe Last of Usand Tellate’sThe Walking Deadshould be familiar to you. With the commercially successful release ofPart IIthis year, fans have been comparing both games' characters, notably Ellie fromThe Last of UsandClementinefromThe Walking Dead, and choosing who’s winning against who based on numerous criteria. Related:10 Things You Didn’t Know About Final Fantasy X On this list, we’re comparing the leading ladies from both game to see who emerges as the superior zombie apocalypse survivor....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1114 words · Elizabeth Hall

The Smile Demon's True Form Is A Lesson For Other Horror Movies

Parker Finn’s 2022 debutSmileis one of the most talked about horror movies from the past few years. Based on Finn’s short filmLaura Hasn’t Slept, Smilefollows therapist Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon) who is still grieving the trauma of her mother’s death. As Rose’s life is taken over by a creepy curse and she can’t stop seeing people with terrible grins plastered on their faces, she realizes that she is at the mercy of something that she can’t easily explain....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 751 words · Mary Bell

Ubisoft is Aware of Assassin's Creed Syndicate's PS5 Issues

A lot of eyes are currently on theAssassin’s Creedfranchise. Not only is the franchise celebrating its fifteenth anniversary, but a showcase about its future is slated for September. At the same time, severalAssassin’s Creedgames are rumored to join the PS Plus Extra service this month. And all of that as conversations aroundAssassin’s Creed Black Flagkick up aroundSkull and Bones’ reveal, while some fans are still asking Ubisoft aboutAssassin’s Creed Syndicate’s PS5 performance....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Trevor Phillips