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Summary Sonic’s infamously annoying “you’re too slow” taunt fromSuper Smash Bros.has finally made its debut in the Blue Blur’s own series thanks toSonic Racing: CrossWorlds. As Sonic himself made clear in his third live-action movie, the super-speed hedgehog has got alotof catchphrases.Although he’s perhaps best known for “gotta go fast”, the one that sticks out in the mind of most gamers is undoubtedly “you’re too slow”. The infamous and endlessly irritating quote comes from one of Sonic’s taunts in Super Smash Bros....

Space-Time Smackdown came along with ten new ex monsters toPokemon Pocket. Unlike Genetic Apex, which featured less impactful Pokemon like Machamp ex, all the ex monsters in Space-Time Smackdown have abilities or attacks with added effects. The ex monsters in Space-Time Smackdown have significantly strengthened Steel and Dark types, which were underwhelming in Genetic Apex. Additionally, the first ex evolution that evolves from a different type, Gallade, is an interesting inclusion....

Summary According to Nintendo leaker NextHandheld,the Switch 2will finally addressthe infamous Joy-Con drift problemafter nearly a decade. But before we get into the nitty-gritty, let’s first unpack why Joy-Cons drift. Why Do Joy-Cons Get Drift? There are a few possible causes, like dust and debris getting caught under the rubber cap or even software issues. But more often than not, it’s because of the potentiometers, which track the joystick’s position through physical contact....

Shenhe might seem as indifferent as ice itself at first, but beneath that facade lies an Adepti Disciple capable of leveling mountains in a fit of rage. Arguably one ofGenshin Impact’s strongest humans, what protects others from this self-proclaimed “Cursed Child” is the Red Ropes that suppress her emotions. In the game itself, Shenhe chooses a way different than punching people’s faces in, instead using her exorcism knowledge and various talismans to buff her Cryo allies....

Summary It can be a bit of a grind for those first ten levels inHeroes Of Hammerwatch 2, but once you open up the ability to swap out your skills, the game really takes off. Each class has three sets of unique abilities and passives to choose between, and each set can be swapped between easily at the town. But if you’ve just unlocked them for a particular class it can be a little overwhelming as they can completely overhaul a build you’ve already sunk hours into....

Open-world games are very common in the gaming industry these days, as many titles incorporate some open-world gameplay. While this doesn’t work for every game, it suits the superhero genre very well. After all, heroes in comic books often operate in large cities where they save people and stop crimes. Just think of how much work Batman does all over Gotham or how much Superman helps the people of Metropolis. Therefore, using those same cities as open worlds makes a lot of sense....

If you got the good ending inThe Witcher 3and its DLCs, you already knew what you were in for in the next installment. Geralt presented Ciri with her own silver sword, officially making her a Witcher – even if she didn’t undergo the Trial of Grasses – and retired with Yennefer at his wine estate in Toussaint. As expected and embraced by almost everyone,Ciri has officially been confirmed as the protagonistinThe Witcher 4, with old man Geralt taking a well-earned back seat....

Xboxput on a stuffed Developer Direct back in January, with one notable exclusion. WhileDoom: The Dark Ages,South of Midnight,Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, andNinja Gaiden 4were all part of the event,Fablewas conspicuously absent despite its 2025 release window. This was when I started to get a bad feeling. We’d only seen one trailer for Fable despite its supposedly impending release (aside from its CG reveal), with no promise of more. It all felt a little thin on the ground for a game coming in so hot....

Two Point Museumis yet another brilliant game from Two Point Studios, who madeTwo Point HospitalandTwo Point Campus. Now if you add up all the two points in that sentence, how many points do you have? That’s right, eight points total! Alright, let me do a quick word count on how far I’ve gotten in this piece before I can put a bow on it and check out for the rest of the day....

Quick Links Farming Simulator 25is a dense game, and not all of that density is due to the ins-and-outs of all the farming mechanics themselves. There are three maps in Farming Sim 25, each with their own vibe and aesthetic, and all three of those maps have a certain type of collectible to find, scattered across the whole area. Hutan Pantai has 25 collectibles to find overall. All of the collectibles resemble Dragon Balls, and collecting all 25 of them will grant you theOver 9000!...

Quick Links Lord of the Ringshas many powerful and enigmatic characters, some aiming to counter or support Sauron’s influence. Among the elves, humans, dwarves and hobbits, there is a notable group of wizards wandering about Middle-earth, distinctive due to their appearance as old men bearing staffs and long, thick beards. Although we mostly see two of these wizards in the movies, there are, in reality, five of them in total. As ancient spirits of great wisdom and power, they emerged on Middle-earth for a single, important mission....

Quick Links I Am Legion: Stand Survivors mixes together gameplay conventions from autobattlers and survivor games to produce a surprisingly steep difficulty curve. If you want to go beyond the first couple levels you’ll need a concrete strategy and a good understanding of both the mechanics and the unique spins put on them in this game. From getting the most damage to building your economy in the early game to opening doors in the right order, there’s a lot of space for optimisation....

Summary The first game of any series is important, as if it isn’t successful, there likely won’t be another. Yet, the first entry isn’t always the best. A lot of the time, the sequels elevate everything. The gameplay improves, the story gets bigger, and the environments are often nicer to look at. Also, developers tend to add new characters to the new entries. It can be hard for them to stack up to the characters from the original, as they are the ones fans already love....