Ti West’sXprequelPearlproved that there is definitely an appetite for prequels in the horror genre. Sometimes these films can fall flat and seem boring, as if the story strays too far from what fans know, there doesn’t seem to be a compelling reason to watch. But in rare cases, a prequel has a new character with a lot going on and leads seamlessly into the original film, creating just the right amount of backstory....

Open world games almost always offer players some kind of mount that makes the world easier to travel on foot.Elden Ringfeatures the trusty summoned steed Torrent,Horizon Forbidden Westallows players to override nearby machines before mounting them,Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s world map is littered with stables, and so on. Without conveniences like these, traveling across open-world games would be much more laborious. Nevertheless,Sonic Frontiers' open-zone world may not feature mounts, even if it does have huge maps....

Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliancewasannounced during The Game Awardsthis year, to the excitement of many fans (both ofD&Dand the oldDark Alliancegames), and upon its reveal the game boasted a very recognizable playable character: Drizzt Do’Urden, drow skirmisher and longtime folk hero in the Forgotten Realms. That means anybody looking to play the new game whoisn’tfamiliar with Drizzt should probably read up on him–he’s only one of the most iconic characters inD&Dhistory....

Baldur’s Gate 3is shaping up to be one of the biggest RPGs of the decade, and that expansive scope begins at character creation, where players must choose race, class, and background from over a hundred combined options. Of these choices, the most impactful will almost certainly be theBaldur’s Gate 3class, as it defines not only what the player’s character can do but also who they are as a person. Players who are looking for a charming, magical, jack-of-all-trades entertainer should look no further than the Bard class....

Summary Diablo 4’s post-launch content stream has officially begun with the launch of Season of the Malignant. Brand-new challenges have swept across Sanctuary, dozens of cosmetics are waiting to be claimed, and the game’s first-ever battle pass has arrived. While it may have included some controversial changes,Diablo 4’s seasonal structure seems to work pretty well so far, and maybe Blizzard should consider adopting it for another massive online title. World of Warcrafthas had seasonal content for a while now, but it works very differently thanDiablo 4’s iteration does....

Microsoft officially unveiled theXbox Series Xconsole during The Game Awards 2019. Since then Microsoft representatives have been much more open when discussing certain aspects of the new powerhouse console. With a console so big-looking, it’s understandable that Microsoft would want to describe what’s inside and why Xbox fans should be excited. One aspect of the console that’s receiving a lot of attention is theXbox Series X’s SSD. Speaking to GameSpot, Xbox partner director of program management Jason Ronald explained whatMicrosoft’s goals are, focusing on the SSD....

Few cartoons in the mid and late 1990s had the level of appeal and success thatthePowerpuff Girlsdid. The show was a smash hit for its entire run on Cartoon Network. It did so well that it even had its own theatrically-released film in 2002. The show wasloved by girls, boys, adults, and critics alike. RELATED:10 Video Games That Were Turned Into Cartoons It was the unique art style, superb voice acting, and incredible writing that made the show an endearing favorite....

The looter-shooter niche seemed to be well-populated, with franchises likeDestiny,The Division,andBorderlandshaving set the genre’s standards in the past decade. Despite these brilliant games, the arrival ofOutridershas proven that there was still room for fresh, innovative ideas, both in terms of gameplay and world-building. RELATED:Outriders: How To Play With Friends A co-op-focused shooter with RPG elements, this game has a lot going for it. Players are drawn to its smooth gunplay and intriguing characters....

HardcoreFinal Fantasyfans know there’s more to love inSquare Enix’s acclaimed franchise than just its visuals, narrative, and character concepts. For instance, some fans with a flair for game mastery likely know their favoriteFinal Fantasygame backwards and forwards. As such, one might know the best spell combinations, the right builds, or even the greatest summons to aid the party in battle. In fact, some gamers consider the summoning mechanic as one of the most unique aspects of the game....

While Rockstar Games has narrowed its efforts over the last decade, with its last major release beingRed Dead Redemption 2in 2018, there is room for the studio to begin branching out as it did in itsBullyandRockstar Games Presents: Table Tennisera. Taking the RAGE engine used to realistically simulate the wilderness ofRed Dead Redemption 2and applying it to a different biome has phenomenal potential, and one locale that Rockstar could explore with its industry-leading realism in design is the hostile wilderness of Southern Africa....

The Legend of Zeldais an iconic Nintendo IP, but oddly enough, it has only produced a few notable spinoffs. In recent years, theHyrule Warriorsseries has performed admirably by offering fans a more action-heavy take on the franchise, while other side games like Tingle’s various spinoffs dabble in further different genres. To date, however,The Legend of Zeldahas yet to get its own turn-based RPG. Nintendo doesn’t produce a lot of RPGs itself, but it has a long history of collaborating with other developers on RPGs, so it’s surprising that it has yet to reach out to another studio for help adaptingZeldainto a new format....

Summary While the 2023 Game Awards offered a plethora of information, a single announcement involvingApex LegendsandFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirthis garnering quite a bit of attention. It’s no secret that fans of Square Enix’s JRPG franchise are eagerly awaitingFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s arrival, which is currently slated for February 2024. However, few could have anticipated the January 9 crossover betweenFinal FantasyandApex Legends. Since it was only recently revealed thatApex Legendsis crossing over withFinal Fantasy 7, details remain scarce....

The following article contains spoilers forAtlanta. It seemed odd that a show likeAtlantahad spent its first trip to Amsterdam chasing down urban legends about Tupac and dealing with the modern awkwardness represented by the Sinterklaas’ “Black Pete”, so perhaps that is why episode 8 brings the gang back to the city of canals in a more light-heartedcomedyjourney seen through Al’s eyes. That is because for foreigners, the established perception of Amsterdam is often that of a wild place rife with both legal and illegal drugs, window shopping for sex workers, and both an established network of museums and a thriving art scene....