The most notable way to recognize an indie game is if it released independently of a major publisher, but another big signifier of an indie game if its ideas are against what the gaming community would consider mainstream. Indie games are often made anywhere between a small team of people or even just one or two individuals with an idea, so budget constraints that can’t go into cinematic graphics often turn into unique ideas, likelast year’sUntitled Goose Gameor 2017’sDoki Doki Literature Club....

Shonen anime is probably the most popular demographic in anime, mainly due to battle series such asDragon Ball Z,Fist of the North Star,One Piece, andJoJo’s Bizarre Adventure. Designed to appeal to teenage boys, shonen tends to provide plenty of action and humor, with the plot typically sticking to traditional good versus evil dynamics. RELATED:Iconic Shonen Anime Protagonists, Ranked By Their Power Regardless of what its most popular properties might suggest, shonen offers a respectable amount of variety....

Mask of the Red Death is a secret character inVampire Survivorsthat players can unlock by defeating the Reaper that appears at the end of a run. While this may seem like a monumental undertaking, it is indeed possible to beat this boss, provided that a player employs a very specific strategy. This guide will detail a strategy that can be used to kill the Reaper inVampire Survivors, and fans that follow along should eventually unlock the Mask of the Red Death....

The PS5 and Xbox Series X are rapidly approaching, and more information is starting to surface about both consoles. New games are being solidified, including a newFabletitle for Xbox Series XandGoodbye Volcano Highfor the PS5. While new games are the biggest desire for almost every player, there are other factors to consider as well. One major factor is how previous games will interact with the consoles. When it comes to theXbox Series X, it seems Microsoft has some improvements planned for several titles....

Summary A talentedLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomplayer has created an amazing recreation of a Skyview Tower using LEGO. InThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, players can activate 15 different Skyview Towers, and this LEGO creation is an awesome way to pay tribute to them. Ever since its release in 2023,The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomhas been hailed as an instant classic, much like its predecessor,Breath of the Wild....

Spike Chunsoft does it again, combining intuitive, puzzle-based gameplay with one of video gaming’s best narratives in the wonderfulZero Time Dilemma. The Zero Escape series - formed by999: Nine Persons, Nine Hours, Nine Doors,Virtue’s Last Reward, andZero Time Dilemma- has been a polarizing presence in the video game community despite being critically lauded since999first arrived in 2009.Spike Chunsoft’s decision to eschew a huge portion of gameplay in favor of a visual novel-style of storytelling was a bold one that ostracized some potential fans, but those who enjoyed the series' storytelling and puzzle rooms are quick to name both999andVirtue’s Last Rewardas some of the best narrative-driven games ever created....

Summary After fans ofStardew Valleysaw that New Years was finally coming to the game in version 1.6, it begged the question of what other holidays should be added in future updates. There’s a lot of fun to be had in the game, but adding new stuff is always an exciting thrill as players try their best to experience all the new content at once. With New Years finally inStardew Valley, one wonders what it would be like to have other holidays in the game as well....

Apex Legendsis gearing up for its Season 19, which will introduce a brand-new Legend: Conduit. The latest addition to the battle royale/hero shooter’s roster is a versatile support with a bright personality, whose teasers have keptApex Legendsfans abuzz with speculation. Ignite is set to arrive next Tuesday, October 31. Game Rant recently had the opportunity to speak with the writers and designers at Respawn Entertainment about the creation of Conduit, and the other major updates coming toApex Legends....

Apex Legendsis gearing up for the start of Season 6 with some exciting announcements. Starting with slight map changes and some cryptic voice messages,Apex Legendshas been teasing Season 6 content. Now, an amazing animated video shows what is coming for Season 6. Not only doesApex Legendsconfirm that Season 6 will start on August 18th, but also confirms the newest playable legend. Season 6 will revolve around the new legend Rampart, an expert weapons modder....

When it was first revealed thatAssassin’s Creed Odysseywould be doubling down on the RPG elements first introduced inOrigins, many were likely excited. The prospect of this feature was likely most exciting when it was revealed that Ubisoft’s action RPG would containromance options. Now that theAssassin’s Creed Odysseyis available to play, gamers are likely experiencing these romance options for the first time. However, those expecting serious depth such as what is experienced in BioWare games could be disappointed, as there are no major romance quest lines that define the story....

In the past,Assassin’s Creedhas depicted pivotal parts in world history from a variety of unique perspectives. FromAssassin’s Creed Odyssey’s Kassandra toAssassin’s Creed2’s Ezio, the ever-changing RPG series has seen several different unique characters observe and play their fictional part in historic events. Now, it seems the next entry will be giving players pure choice in what type of character they wish to play. Obviously, the choice of playing male or female inAssassin’s Creedis not a new concept, but it’s typically meant two completely different characters that interact with one another in scenario A or B....

Summary The Simpsonswas created to be a TV show about the whole family when it first aired in 1989. However, one character in this show quickly became a firm favorite among the fans. Bart Simpson is the ten-year-old son of Homer and Marge who is a rebellious force in the show. The character is most well-known for his various pranks and catchphrases, but the writers have added more depth to the Bart character over the years....

One of the first things players will notice inAtomic Heartis their talking glove companion, Char-les. This A.I. character provides P-3, the game’s protagonist, with some more-than-natural abilities, which can be utilized for loot collection, puzzle solving, and combat special abilities. While there are only limited abilities to choose from inAtomic Heart, each contains a tree of skills that can be customized to the player’s will and offers a diverse range of modifications to each ability....