Originally published in 1818 and written by literary visionary Mary Shelley,Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheushad an immediate and lasting effect on the science fiction landscape. The story of Victor Frankenstein and his monster has transcended the ages and inspired numerous copycats, homages, and remakes both in the literary landscape and in film. The story of Frankenstein has been adaptedto film countless times over the years and has become just as much a staple of cinema science fiction horror as it has literature....

Over the last month or so,World of Warcrafthas been quietly changing a number of old pieces of content, from art assets and NPC names to quests and achievements. Today, the developers released a statement explaining the intentions behind the updates and spoke of plans for the future. The statement, posted on the officialWorld of Warcraftwebsite, explained the updates as a “relatively small part of a comprehensive, company-wide effort to improve theWoWteam and Blizzard as a whole,” and confirmed the developers themselves put a lot of care into doing so....

Quick Links Players will stumble upon various materials thanks to the vast world of Solaris-3 inWuthering Waves. Some are considered cooking or crafting materials while others are ascension materials. The latter are used to level upcharacters inWuthering Wavesand each one requires a specific material. The Resonator ascension materials, the equivalent of “local specialty” inGenshin Impact, are scattered around the map, so gaining access to the full map is essential to gather the required materials....

During aninterview with the “I Minutemen,”Zack Snyder revealed he has “been thinking about” a “faithful retelling of that Arthurian mythological concept.” Despite being a relatively off-hand comment, thelegends of King Arthurcould prove fertile ground for Snyder. After all, they are public domain anyway and have been reimagined throughout the centuries, with the “definitive source” of Thomas Malory’s 15thcenturyLe Morte d’Arthuritself a reworking of even older sources. Such ancient mythology was recently rearranged in Guy Ritchie’sKing Arthur: Legend of the Sword(2017), produced by Snyder’s long-time partner Warner Brothers....

Released on various platforms,Streets of Rage 4is an entry in a genre that rarely sees much attention these days - the beat ‘em up. The simple brawler style has been since replaced by more in-depth and stylish action games, but there’s something special about the old school gameplay players still crave. With the new sequel, everyone is reminded of all the series’ goodness. Related:Top 10 Capcom Beat ‘Em Ups, Ranked It is not all gravy however, as the game simultaneously reminds people why the genre may never reach the same heights it once did on theSega Genesis,SNES, andArcade....

Microsoft kicked off last week’s Xbox Games Showcase with a long-anticipated look atHalo Infinite, showing offeight minutes of campaign gameplay footage, as well as two additional trailers. While the gameplay featured a lot of similarities toHalo: Combat Evolved, there has been large scale uproar over the game’s visual fidelity. Lack of polish has failed to win over those that we’re hoping for a proper “next-generation” experience and the industry is beginning to question whether or notHalo Infinitewill be up to scratch by the time the game launches in the fall....

With the upcoming release ofPokemon Scarlet and Violetexpected for later this year, manyPokemonfans are excited for the new Grass-type starter known as Sprigatito to be introduced to the series. However, it is worth noting that there are many otherGrass-type Pokemonfound throughout the franchise. Among the notable Pokemon of this type is Leafeon. As the name implies, Leafeon features a design based heavily on trees. ThePokemonhas a tannish-colored body with ears and a tail that resembles leaves....

Thrill yourself through the fantasy world of Esperia inAFK Journey, an RPG where you willfight against powerful bosses. It goes without saying that your character levels up as you spend more time in the game. And once you reach level 30, you will unlock an exciting feature calledGuilds. Guilds inAFK Journeyfeature a lively community where you canfind new friendsand bring extra excitement to your game. Nevertheless, increasing the level of your guild takes consistent activeness....

The second story scenario inAge of Wonders 4is called “The Enchanted Archipelago.” This one provides more lore about the Astral Sea and its inhabitants, and eventually it explains who the narrator is. This map has the first serious challenge to players who have only been through theAge of Wonders 4tutorial scenario and the first story mission. This time there are three rival factions instead of two, and unlike in the Valley of Wonders the first two factions aren’t so eager to befriend the player faction....

Something aboutSuper Smash Bros. Ultimatetends to bring out people’s artistic side. From Raf Grassetti’s more realistic takes on the characters toAnimal Crossingcostumes of the roster, there are many takes on the fighters and their styles. One fan favorite who has been the center of attention since his debut is Captain Falcon. A staple of the series since long beforeSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate, Captain Falcon has become a dependable, fast, powerful character....

Now thatAssassin’s Creed Odysseyhas ultimately wrapped all of its major story reveals, many are indubitably looking forward to the nextAssassin’s Creedtitle.Assassin’s Creed 2020will reportedly have a Viking setting, with many fans adopting the title,Assassin’s Creed: Ragnarok. Assuming that the subtitle is legitimate, this not only ties back into Viking mythology, but could have major implications for the future and modern story. WithOdyssey’s emphasis on the Staff of Hermes Trimesgistus, it seems likely that its specific role, as well as other recently featured pieces, could have a major impact on the next game....

WhenAvowedwas revealed last year, fans of both Obsidian and Bethesda were quick to notice the similarities between the upcoming RPG andThe Elder Scrollsgames. Not only that, but Obsidian had already revealed more about its upcoming project than Bethesda has revealed aboutThe Elder Scrolls 6since its announcement in 2018. Many concluded that, as withThe Outer WorldsandFallout, Obsidian was developing another first-person RPG to attract Bethesda fans who felt dissatisfied with the studio’s recent releases, or lack thereof....

Elden Ring’sBackhand Blade is a unique weapon for a variety of reasons, with it being one of the new weapon types added in theShadow of the ErdtreeDLC. Since it isbased on Dexterity, it is an extremely fast weapon that can tailored to be used in a number of ways. Fans have been in awe of theBackhand Bladefrom the get-go due to its fancy appearance, as the character holds the weapon in a unique way....