Kingdom Hearts 3's Lich Has Heavy Implications for the Series Moving Forward

A new Heartless introduced inKingdom Hearts 3stands out as a surprising boss fight that displays some attributes that aren’t exactly common with the enemies found in the rest of the series. This would be the Lich, which is one of fewintelligent Heartless inKingdom Heartsthat seems to be able to plan and act on more than just survival instinct and a hunger for hearts. If the extended lore of the early games is to be believed, there are only two people in the history ofKingdom Heartsto retain their intelligence while Heartless....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 632 words · Elizabeth Lynch

Minecraft: How to Make an Armor Stand

InMinecraft, many of the things players craft are made for the purpose of protection. When it comes to weapons and armor, this couldn’t be any more true. That said, some players may end up finding themselves with some extra armor lying around, and rather than stuff into some chest where it will never be seen again, why not put it to good use? Through the use of armor stands, players can turn old armor intoawesome decorations for their housesor other builds, and they are actually very easy to craft as well....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Kimberly Moore

Next-Gen Soulslike Game Soulstice Revealed at E3 2021

Every year the PC Gaming Show delivers a range of announcements separate from PlayStation, Xbox, and other publishers. One such game debuted this year isSoulsticefrom Italy-based Reply Game Studios.Soulsticeis aSouls-like that leans towardDevil May Cry’s faster and more intricate action.Soulsticeis set to release in 2022 on PC and next-gen consoles, including the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Soulstice’s announcement trailer delivers what fans of theSouls-like subgenre should want: Adark fantasy styleand setting, mature gameplay and atmosphere, hints at robust lore, dangerous encounters, as well as larger-than-life enemies and bosses....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 401 words · Sarah Kim

One Great Persona 3 Character Concept Has Yet to Make a Comeback

WARNING: Spoilers forPersona 3 Portable,Persona 4 Golden, andPersona 5 Royalahead. Proceed at your own risk.ThePersonaseries is known for its fantastic narrative twists and deep character development, andPersona 3 Portableis one of the best examples in the franchise. ManyPersonaantagonists are great characters because of their two-faced and deceitful nature, but Ryoji fromPersona 3 Portableis different in that he is unknowingly a villain. This is a unique take on the friend-to-enemy trope and future entires should consider a similar approach to their villains....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 609 words · Steven Morris

Pokemon Fan Art Shows What Flutter Mane and Misdreavus Would Look Like Upside Down

APokemonfan turned Misdreavus and Flutter Mane upside down, giving gamers a fresh view on the two pocket monsters. As the RPG franchise continued, players were offered new looks at their favorite creatures as new sprites and artwork was released. As the games transitioned to a 3D perspective,Pokemonfanswere given a previously unseen outlook on the world of the series. One of the earliest pocket monsters to be introduced to the series was the Pokemon Misdreavus....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Sydney Morgan

Pokemon GO: Every Pokemon That Evolves With A Sinnoh Stone

Pokémon GO,the mobile game collaboration betweenNianticandThe Pokémon Companyhas been a hit since the summer of 2016. Withupdates and events constantly comingin and adding beloved regions and Pokémon to the game,Pokémon GOhas constantly been on the rise since its landmark release years ago. A feature added to the games since release is the ability to evolve players' Pokémon using evolution stones, a common mechanic in the main series of Pokémon games....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Richard Nelson

Pokemon GO: Promo Codes for Free Stuff (October 2021)

A new month has begun withPokemon GOplayers having a lot to look forward to for October 2021. Alongside multiple events, such as theSecrets of the Jungleevent, players can earn a lot of valuable rewards throughout the month. One of the easiest ways to get rewards inPokemon GOis by redeeming promo codes obtained from outside resources. These codes are usually only active for a limited amount of time, making it very important for players to redeem them as soon as possible....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 414 words · Brian Anderson

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet DLC Feature Can Ruin Shiny Hunting

Summary Using the Synchro Machine inPokemon Scarlet and Violetcan ruin shiny hunting, as recently confirmed by one unfortunate player. The Synchro Machine is one of the many features that debuted as part of thenewly released Indigo Disk DLC forPokemon Scarlet and Violet. Among other things, the second half of The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero expansion introduces a new area and story quest to Game Freak’s RPGs. Once the player progresses far enough into the story, they will gain access to the Synchro Machine that—true to its name—allows them to synchronize with any of their caught pocket monsters, essentially turning them into playable characters....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Tonya Johnson

PS Plus Collection on PS5 Adds Two More Games

Sony has announced a couple of new games being included in thePlayStation Plus Collection, adding to the alreadyrobust line-up of the collectionlaunching day and date with the PlayStation 5. Launching with the service are the hit current-gen gamesCall of Duty Black Ops 3 : Zombies ChroniclesEditionandCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy,which players will be able to download to their PlayStation 5 as long as they are PS Plus members. RELATED:Crash Bandicoot: On the Run Mobile Game Gets Release Date The two new additions join the likes of several third party games already in the collection includingBatman: Arkham Knight,Final Fantasy 15, andFallout 4....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 391 words · Anthony Rosario

Red Dead Redemption 2 Player Finds Iconic John Marston Line From RDR1

Despite releasing in 2018,Red Dead Redemption 2players still manage to stumble across odds and ends that they didn’t see in the first playthrough. By nature, some of these have likely be found before if not discussed widely, and that can be said of manydiscoveries inRed Dead Redemption 2. Some of the best discoveries can often tie the first and second game even closer together, and the most recent find does just that....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Matthew Lowery

Remnant 2: How to Get the Merciless

Remnant 2has become a popular game among Soulslike game lovers, especially after the success ofRemnant: From the Ashes. With substantial improvements promising a more engaging gameplay experience, the focus on firearms remains important due to the consistent shooting mechanics, making it crucial for players to get the right weaponry. One of thebest guns inRemnant 2is the Merciless Long Gun, which delivers formidable damage and causes gradual bleeding effects. It’s the perfect weapon to use for short and medium-range encounters, mainly due to the fact that it gives life-threatening damage, shattering power, and staggering impact....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Brittany Williams

Respawn Addresses Mirage Buff Not Working As Intended

From an explosive, if uncertain start,Apex Legendshas proved itself as a mainstay in the hero shooter genre. With a well deservedupcoming anniversary event, it has proved to be a favorite for many players. Of course, as is the case with any ongoing series, especially team shooters,Apex Legendsis constantly receiving balance fixes. Oftentimes these come in the form of nerfs for particularly powerful characters or weapons. Other times they are bug fixes dealing with new exploits or glitches....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 447 words · Jonathan Reyes

Silent Hill: The Short Message?

Konamihas just shadowdroppedSilent Hill: The Short Messageas a PS5-exclusive, standalone playable teaser to give fans of theSilent Hillseries a taste of the vision and direction the franchise will be heading in. Although the core gameplay relies on environmental interaction for gathering lore and progressing in the game, there is one puzzle thrown in for good measure that might be a hurdle for some players. The clues for solving the locker puzzle inSilent Hill: The Short Messagerequires players to scan their surroundings to look for possible numerical digits that can be inputted as the code....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 493 words · Mary Warner