The Best Gaming PC Builds For The First Descendant

The First Descendant is arguably one of the biggest releases of 2024 as it goes live on multiple platforms including PC on the 2nd of July. This makes the Unreal Engine 5-based third-person shooter a title of particular interest for users in the backdrop of titles such as HellDivers 2 and the latest Destiny 2 expansion, The Final Shape. It also comes with relatively high PC hardware recommendations when it comes to other Free To Play titles that often try to cater to the largest possible audience....

July 16, 2025 · 14 min · 2799 words · Jeffrey Miller

The Most Iconic Anime Characters With Horns

The world of anime is filled with many kinds of characters, many of whom have unique designs. The creators of any manga or anime put a great deal of effort into making these characters special so that they are readily remembered by the fans. RELATED:Female Anime Characters With An Awkward Brother Complex There are many cool designs that are used to make a character more eye-catching, and one of them is the addition of horns....

July 16, 2025 · 5 min · 927 words · Kristen Bauer

The Rarest Sega Master System Games (& How Much They're Worth)

The console that laid the foundation for Sega’s gaming empire, the Sega Master System is a timeless 8-bit wonder that has numerous hidden gems in its library. From classics such asPhantasy Star,Shinobi, andSonic The Hedgehog, to simple but captivating games likeMah-jong,the system boasts an impressive library of games. Related:The Rarest Sega Saturn Games (& How Much They’re Worth) The console itself holds countless memories for many gamers too, and with the rising interest in retro games and consoles, its library serves as a treasure trove of sorts....

July 16, 2025 · 5 min · 928 words · Linda Berry

US Senator Has Concerns About Oculus Rift Privacy

United States Senator Al Franken issues an open letter to the CEO of Oculus, requesting more information on how Oculus Rift users' data is being stored and shared. The first of the new wave of virtual reality peripherals has only just begun to arrive, and some aren’t happy with the way one of them is recording and sharing users' information.Facebook’s Oculus Rifthas received some flack from gamers and critics alike for its privacy policy, and now a politician is also voicing his concerns....

July 16, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Thomas Robinson

Vampire Survivors: A Guide To The Hidden Ground Stage

The stages inVampire Survivors,with the exception of the Inlaid Library, are all similar in setup. The player is free to roam in any direction as far as they wish; in the Inlaid Library, on the other hand, movement is (mostly) restricted to left and right. One of the two new stages added toVampire Survivorsin the last update, the Hidden Ground, has a unique layout. The Hidden Ground (also called the Holy Forbidden) is a long winding passage that forces the player to travel to the right....

July 16, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Wendy Bowers

WandaVision: Which Westview Resident Is Agent Woo’s Witness?

The following contains spoilers for episode four ofWandaVision. The first three episodes of Marvel’sWandaVisionon Disney+ have a very different vibe than the fourth. While the initial episodes follow a sitcom format, the fourth takes the audience intoAgents Of SHIELDterritory with a team of government (SWORD) agents and scientists trying to figure out just what’s going on in Westview. That team never would have made it to Westview, however, if FBI Agent Jimmy Woo didn’t have the foresight to call in a little assistance when one of his witnesses goes missing....

July 16, 2025 · 5 min · 947 words · Brooke Willis

What's Next For Dragon Ball Z Games?

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarothas been out for quite some time now, and given the slow rate at which it is releasing DLC, players are ready for something new. In terms ofDragon Ball Zgames, it isn’t very clear what will come next. At the moment, three series dominate the world ofDragon Ballgames, those beingXenoverse,FighterZ, and as of this year,Kakarot.It seems there are a number of potential options for the nextDBZgame, but the real question is which of these choices is most likely to happen, and which would fans like to see more....

July 16, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Nathan Ayers

Why Rockstar Hasn't Made a New Midnight Club Since 2009

Rockstar Games might be mostly known for its work on theGrand Theft AutoandRed Dead Redemptionfranchises, but these aren’t the only franchises that the publisher has worked on. Contrary to its recent development efforts, Rockstar Games has quite the diverse portfolio of games spanning across multiple genres, with a consistently high level of polish that has made the publisher so beloved by longtime fans. One such franchise is theMidnight Clubracing series....

July 16, 2025 · 4 min · 819 words · Amy Snow

WWE 2K22: Best Sliders For Realistic Experience

Hidden away in the gameplay options forWWE 2K22is a tab called “balancing”. Inside this tab are many sliders that players can use to fine-tune their gameplay experience.Some of these are difficulty-based, allowing for a more challenging experience, whilst others are more free-form. RELATED:WWE 2K22: Full List Of Every DLC Character Coming To The Game A lot of these sliders determine seemingly minor things, but they allow players to create more interesting stories in their matches....

July 16, 2025 · 4 min · 790 words · Laura Wilson

Zelda: 10 Hilarious Memes Only Retro Gamers Will Understand

TheLegend of Zeldais one of a few iconic video games that has managed to withstand the almighty test of time. The franchise is over 30 years old and still going strong. In fact,Breath of the Wildwas hailed one of the best releases so far and fans are anxiously awaiting the sequel with bated breath. It’s incredible to think such an expansive and beautifully designed game came from such humble origins, but even the originalLegend of Zeldahad its own unique charm....

July 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1207 words · Jeffrey Davis

Zenless Zone Zero, Explained

Quick Links Gearing upAgents inZenless Zone Zerois crucial to progress toward the end-game, where enemies can otherwise overwhelm an entire squad. Drive Discs, being one of the cornerstones for any character build, require a deeper understanding. Newcomers, in particular, will have a tough time figuring out how this component works and the means to obtain it. So, this guide outlines everything there is to know about Drive Discs inZenless Zone Zero....

July 16, 2025 · 3 min · 572 words · Keith Smith

A Brief History of Doom Developer Id Software

Today, the video game market is an extremely diverse place when it comes to genre. Third-personaction/adventures, stealth games, RPGs, JRPGs, shoot ‘em-ups, brawlers, fighting games, racing games, and so much more are all available within the press of a few buttons. However, there’s one genre of video games that owes much of its success to one development studio in particular: First-person shooters, andid Software. While first-person shooters were certainly around before the company’s formation, id Software is largely credited with making the genre initially popular, eventually leading to its current position as one of the dominant genres of video games....

July 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1144 words · Renee Williams

Adidas is Releasing Xbox Themed Shoes

It being the 20th Anniversary ofXbox, naturally some sweet collaborations were on the way.Xboxis teaming up with Adidas to release a new pair of shoes themed on the classic original console. When it comes to merchandising, not many game companies do it like Xbox. From specially themed consoles and controllers, to more brand-related crossovers whether its clothing or food, Xbox likes to take advantage of its recognizability for use in other mediums....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 453 words · Linda Baker