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When I met with the Wargaming team at GDC to go hands-on with itsupcoming early access mech shooter, Steel Hunters, I had one big question on my mind. This third-person mech game from the World of Tanks creator blends PvPvE with extraction and hero shooter flavors that bear a striking resemblance to another, extremely popular mech game. After many years of development and a huge investment, I had to ask: are they concerned that Mecha Break has already beaten them to the punch?...

Summary While much of the Nintendo Switch 2 is shrouded in mystery,outside of knowing that it’ll come within the fiscal year, it appears that we at least have an idea of what kind of third-party software to expect when the console does launch. That grouping will apparently includeGotham Knights—WB Games Montreal’s 2022 Batman-family-centric action RPG. It’s important to note that Gotham Knights was rated for the Nintendo Switch all the way back in 2023, though nothing ultimately materialized....

Pokemon Scarlet & Violettakes place in the expansive region of Paldea, where players are given the freedom to shape their journey. With multiple storylines to choose from, you have the power to decide which quests to tackle first, whether you’re pursuing the traditional gym challenge or diving into more specialized missions. The open-world design allows you to explore Paldea at your own pace, with each area offering its own unique challenges, wild Pokemon, and rewards....

Dungeons & Dragonshas released the core rulebooks for its updated Fifth Edition, the 2024 Player’s Handbook and Dungeon Master’s Guide, and the 2025 Monster Manual. They are filled with revised rules, spells, and monsters that make the game more challenging and fun for the entire group. They are also filled with little references, Easter Eggs, and nods not only to each book, but to outside media as well, such as video games and old cartoons....

Focusing on the fictional undead creatures known as zombies has been one of the most popular in the many subgenres of survival horror films. Alongsidewerewolvesandvampires, zombies have tantalized and left audiences in horrified awe, with multiple films spawned to show the potential worldwide catastrophes a zombie outbreak could result in. Although Hollywood has produced several gems over the years, some of the best zombie films ever created have come from the hardworking entertainment machines of South Korea and Japan....

Elden Ring Nightreignis a bizarre game. I think that was apparent to most from the reveal trailer, which debuted during The Game Awards last December. Is it a spin-off? A co-op mode? A roguelite? A battle royale? FromSoftware’s Monster Hunter? Is this just the studio’s way to squeeze more out of Elden Ring’s budget byreusing all of its assetsfor an online multiplayer game no one was asking for? The answers to all of those questions is “yes”, or, well, “kinda”, or more accurately, “it makes sense once you play it....

Quick Links Captain America: Brave New World propels theMarvel Cinematic Universeinto a narrative rich with political intrigue, personal redemption, and hidden threats. As Sam Wilson fully embraces his role as the new Captain America, he confronts complex challenges that test his resolve and redefine heroism. The film’s conclusion delivers a series of impactful events, from President Thaddeus Ross’s transformation into the formidable Red Hulk to a post-credits scene that hints at looming interdimensional conflicts....

Quick Links Something that was cut from the original game but is now here in full glory forKingdom Come: Deliverance 2, is the act of Blacksmithing. Now, you can gather materials (or purchase them), learn recipes for different types of equipment, andgo through some basic steps to craft it from scratch. It’s not as in-depth as fitting the hilt, wrapping the handle, and twisting on the pommel, but you will be heating and hammering over the forge, as Henry is so familiar with....

Summary My sincerest apologies if this is how you’re hearing the news, but Duo, the Duolingo Owl, is dead. Duolingo broke the news on Twitter, revealing that it doesn’t know who’s responsible but an investigation is underway. I would say case closed since quite a few video game characters and developers have claimed responsibility, however, so many suspects have stepped forward that the case should probably remain open. The statement confirming Duo’s deathcame out of nowhere and it’s still unclear why exactly the language app has decided to kill off its mascot....

Quick Links Your troops inAge Of Darkness: Final Standare tasked with holding the line against endless horrors welling up from the depths of the Veil. All things considered, they do a pretty good job of standing strong in the face of hundreds or even thousands of Nightmares. They’re only human, though, and they can only take so much; units can become Horrified, making their survival much less likely if you don’t do something about it....

Quick Links Squid Gameis the global sensation that captured the world’s attention with its story and social commentary, returning with a highly anticipated second season. Diving deeper into the sinister machinations of the deadly competition, Season 2 pushes Seong Gi-hun to the limits of his resolve as he fights to dismantle the corrupt system from within. The finale was packed with unexpected twists, leaving most viewers in awe of what just happened....

Summary It was confirmed at this past weekend’s SXSW thatDeath Stranding 2: On The Beachis not only still on course to be here in 2025, but it will be released, seemingly as aPS5exclusive, on June 26. We also know when we will be able to pre-order Death Stranding 2 and everything about the three editions we’ll have to choose from. Quite a few games were missing from last month’s State Of Play, Death Stranding 2 being one of them....

When the authorities catch wind of your drug business in co-op simulatorSchedule 1, you find yourself separated from your uncle, and you are forced to relocate your illegal trade elsewhere. Without any of your equipment and products, you will need to use your uncle’s connections and hidden stashes to get back on your feet. With your business being illegal, it goes without saying that it’s important to equip yourself in case things go south while conducting your affairs....