August 3 is going to be a big day for RPG fans with the release ofBaldur’s Gate 3, so much so that the upcoming indie titleStray Gods: The Roleplaying Musicalhas decided to push back its launch date in order to make room for Larian’s hotly anticipated game. While not standard practice, purposefully delaying a game to avoid it being released at the same time as a bigger game isn’t something unprecedented, as demonstrated in late 2020 when somegames delayed their launch dates to dodgeCyberpunk 2077....

Summary Niantic has announced a Mega Rayquaza Raid makeup event inPokemon GO, and not only has it gotten rid of the Elite Raid Gym requirement altogether, but it is also possibly opening up the event to Remote Raid Pass holders. Considering that a lot of players were unable to take part in the event due to these stringent restrictions,Pokemon GOfans are quite elated to see these changes. Pokemon GOfans have been a bit disappointed lately, with a series of issues affecting the game....

One of the biggest announcements of Thursday’s Nintendo Direct was the confirmation of an additional tier being added to theNintendo Switch Onlinesubscription. This subscription “Expansion Pack” will unlock access to a select library of Nintendo 64 and Sega Genesis games with an increased monthly cost, though the price was left unannounced. As part of the reveal,Nintendoteased several Nintendo 64 games that wouldn’t be available at launch, but that are planned for release later on....

Halohas become a staple in not just first-person shooters but the video game community as a whole. Master Chief is possibly one of the most recognizable characters in the world, and it is not just because of therecent release ofHalo Infinite. TheHaloseries has been around for over 20 years, and though the franchise has grown and developed over time, many lifelong fans still believe that the first few games perfectly captured the essence of the series....

Summary The Nintendo Switch version ofHogwarts Legacywill finally be available on November 14, marking one of the biggest days for the popular action-RPG since its initial launch earlier this year. 2023 has been largely dominated byHogwarts Legacy, with theHarry Potteraction-RPG earning rave reviews from critics and establishing itself as one of the best-selling new game releases of the year. In fact,Hogwarts Legacystands a decent chance at being the absolute best-selling game of 2023 by the time it’s all said and done....

Summary Eiichiro Oda’sOne Piecehas been going from strength to strength in recent years, from the live action Netflix adaptation of the series, to the announcement of a new anime remake by WIT Studio, and finally, the end of the acclaimed Wano Country Arc. Now, the serieshas officially entered the Final Sagaof its epic narrative with the start of the Egghead Arc in the anime. This was accompanied by an overhaul of its art and animation style which corrected some of the shortcomings that Toei Animation has been criticized for over the years....

The launch ofOverwatch 2has been nothing short of disastrous, yet fervent criticism for Blizzard’s latest release extends far beyond technical issues as the new character pages leave a lot to be desired. When it was announced thatOverwatchwas permanently shutting its own servers down, players expectedOverwatch 2to be a strong and obvious upgrade over its predecessor, but signs point towards the sequel being quite the disappointment. Though it still features the same sleek hero shooter combat that made the first game so popular (albeit repackaged into a 5v5 format), a lot of its players were hoping that it would expand upon the multi-generational plot and colorful characters presented inOverwatchthrough genuine story content....

Quick Links Headgear is an essential and necessary addition to a player’s armor inPalworld, as they offer players further protection in tough battles. In addition to a player’s shield and clothing, headgear is a great addition to supplement defenses against temperature and heavy attacks. This can come in hand when heading out to facethe tougher Alpha Bossesavailable in the overworld, especially when facing harsh weather. For players who wish to take on those battles inPalworld, this guide provides information about every type of headgear that can be unlocked, what kind of support they offer, and what it takes to craft them....

2020 was a pretty big year for people longing for remakes and reboots of classic games. Microsoft, for example, has revealed that bothFableandPerfect Darkare making comebacks after many years of silence.FableandPerfect Darkare very different games, but they both have dedicated audiences who are glad to see them again. As a result, it’s great to know that original games like these are on the way for the Xbox Series X. They’ll be joining the ranks of some other much anticipated but rather far-off titles likeHalo InfiniteandAvowed, though it’s worth noting none of these games have precise release windows yet....

Summary OnePokemonfan is showing off an impressive pair of hand-painted shoes themed afterScarlet and Violet’s adorable Sprigatito. Fans fell in love with Sprigatito and its later forms even beforePokemon Scarlet and Violetlaunched on the Nintendo Switch in late 2022. Its fame would only increase with the premiere ofPokemon Horizons: The Series, which sees a Sprigatito take the starring role as main character Liko’s first Pokemon partner. Meanwhile,Pokemonfans have displayed their affection forScarlet and Violet’s Grass starterand its later evolutionary stages of Floragato and Meowscarada through drawings and other creative art projects - including cute plush Sprigatito dolls made from recycled materials and charming pictures ofPokemon Horizons’ version of the Grass Cat with Liko as they begin their journey....

As the novel coronavirus leads to more game players staying home, it might be surprising to hear that social gamePokemon GOis discovering newfound success.Pokemon GOtypically relies on players exploring the real world, hanging out with friends, and participating in large raid groups. Now, instead, it seems that isolatedPokemon GOplayers are finding new ways to enjoy the game. A report of the game’s revenue found thatPokemon GO’s past week is the best it had in 2020....

Although Legendary Battle Raids steal most of the PvE spotlight inPokemon GO, Mega Raids definitely still draw some attention and offer some exciting rewards for trainers. Just like Legendary battles,Mega Raids can be very challengingand players need to prepare for each fight now just by finding some friends and getting a Raid Pass, but also by forming a strategic counter roster to exploit the Mega Pokemon’s weaknesses. As each Battle Raid rotation comes and goes, players should take the time to check out who the incoming Mega boss is and update their counter roster accordingly....

Even though Nintendo has predominately owned the handheld market, especially with the Nintendo Switch, it wasn’t always that way. In fact, many gaming companies once challenged Nintendo’s reign by releasing their own handheld devices. One such company was Sony, who released thePlayStationPortable in 2005 and then the PlayStation Vita in 2012. RELATED:The Best Free-To-Play Games On The PlayStation 5 (February 2022) And with thePS Vita’s recent tenth anniversary, fans can’t help but recall the amazing titles they were able to play on this device....