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Summary Max Payne, developed by Remedy Entertainment, is arguably one of the most influential and innovative third-person shooters of all time, going on to spawn two well-received sequels, one being the reveredMax Payne 3, the only game in the trilogy not developed by Remedy. Max Paynefeatures a darkneo-noir narrativeand an unsettling atmosphere combined with high-octane action and a bullet-time mechanic that makes combat encounters feel cinematic and fluid. It’s hard to find games that match the tone and gameplay ofMax Payne, but certain titles have managed to capture similar feelings to that of the classic action shooter....

Summary The bluesy, cyberpunk world ofCowboy Bebopmay have taken a bow in 1999, but fans of the phenomenal anime series are still searching for a worthy successor. The show captured graceful space dogfights, slick martial arts combat, and the gritty reality of life as a space cowboy. Thankfully for fans of the anime, modern video gaming allows the stylish spirit ofCowboy Bebopto return. Each of these games is an incredible throwback to the show, whether through its setting, story, or the colorful jazz vibe....

A developer that has been so closely intertwined with the success of Xbox,Bungie, seemingly defecting to the Sony ecosystem was a surprising turn of events. The much-loved studio behind the superbHaloseries hasrecently been acquired by Sony, and as such the news has had many industry veterans floored by the announcement - with players left to theorize if Bungie’s future projects would come to their platform of choice. Naturally, the $3.6 billion-dollar acquisition was more than a mere goodwill gesture, and the developer’s largely untarnished reputation is sure to wield results as Sony looks to continue the slow roll-out of its flagship system, the PS5....

Summary Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2players can now use the Snoop Dogg finishing move with other operators, which can produce some rather hilarious results. The animation is part of the recently launched operator bundle which marked the secondCall of Dutycollaboration with Snoop Doggin the last 9 months, following up on the famous rapper’s appearance inCall of Duty Mobilefrom December 2022. TheSnoop Dogg operator bundle forCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2was originally released on August 7, but numerous player reports claimed that the containing finisher was only available to characters donning the accompanying skin....

Following his success on Netflix’sDaredevilseries and his surprising yet exciting cameo inSpider-Man: No Way Home, Charlie Cox confirmed that he knows some details on Daredevil’s return to the MCU. Cox starred as the blind lawyer/vigilante for three seasons in Netflix’sDaredevilbefore the series, like the rest of the Netflix Marvel shows, were canceled. The actor thenreturned as Daredevil inSpider-Man: No Way Home, a cameo that had many excited as to where he could appear next in the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe....

Player Mistakes Back to All Characters The second Pyro character released afterLyneyin Fontaine isChevreuse, an agent within the Special Security and Surveillance Patrol of the Maison Gardiennage. Wielding her Pyro Vision and a polearm, Chevreuse first became available in the second half of Version 4.3. RELATED:Genshin Impact Complete Fontaine Guide A four-star character, Chevreuse fits nicely into many team compositions. Those looking to ascend her will need to gather the correct materials, though, which include a handful of different items found in Fontaine....

Summary Platform exclusivity betweenPlayStation, Xbox, and Switch has been a major driving force in the gaming industry since some of the earliest consoles.Games likeMarvel’s Spider-ManandThe Last of Usgave players a reason to buy a PlayStation while hits likeHaloandGears of Wardrew players to an Xbox. These not only helped prop up their respective systems but also gave fans unique and exciting experiences to check out no matter where they chose to play their games....

In 2016, FromSoftware releasedDark Souls 3, the third full installment of its most well-known series. At the time of its release, the game received critical acclaim with many calling it a perfect end to the franchise. While many fans have moved on to FromSoftware’s latest game,Elden Ring, many dedicated gamers are still finding new ways to improveDark Souls 3and/or make it more challenging for themselves. Since the game was released, the thirdSoulsinstallment still enjoys support from developer FromSoftware....

Akira Toriyama’sDragon Ballboasts some ofthe most powerful anime characters of all time. From the mighty Saiyans to the show’s excellent cast of villains, it can sometimes seem as though power levels in the series are constantly increasing, but this isn’t always the case. In fact, sometimes, certainDragon Ballcharacters have actually been known to get weaker over time. RELATED:Things The Original Dragon Ball Anime Does Better Than DBZ At various points over the past few decades, someDragon Ballcharacters have had their power levels nerfed....

When the firstMetal Gear Solidhit the PlayStation in 1998, it was lauded for its cinematic approach. Its cinematography and writing was unlike anything seen on consoles at the time and, while it was surpassed in scale by later games even within the same franchise, stands as one of the most important titles in video game storytelling. Related:PS1 Games With The Best Cutscenes Something that went a long way towards that reception wasits voice acting, which stood head and shoulders above the majority of its contemporaries....

Challenges play a big part in the daily gameplay loop inFallout 76.These often involve simple tasks, such as crafting specific weapons, collecting resources, building CAMP structures, or killing certain enemy types. The latter is often the one that stumps many players, considering the sheer number of monsters in the Appalachian wasteland. Insects-type enemies are plentiful in post-apocalyptic West Virginia, though there are certain places where players can reliably find them in great quantities....

Days before its official launch, a new Twitter hashflag has seemingly confirmed a Japanese sci-fi theme forFortniteChapter 4 Season 2. The upcoming season hasn’t been short on leaks and rumors as fans eagerly await what Epic Games has in store forFortnite. Its latest Chapter 4 Season 2 teaser indicates what direction Fortnite might take over the next few months.In the weeks leading up to the new season, much has been said about what Fortnite fans can expect, with some leaks claiming newResident Evilskins are reportedly coming, in line with theResident Evil4 remake....

Genshin Impactofficially announces a new map feature that will arrive in the next major update which is expected to drop in the second half of August. Since the introduction of the Sumeru region, HoYoverse has been adding new underground parts of the map to the world of Teyvat. These dungeon-like locations can often be confusing and players often get lost due to the multiple pathways which can cause frustration during one of the most exciting activities in the game which is exploration....