This Tom Holland Performance Solidified His Rise To Fame

Since picking up the mantle ofSpider-Manin 2016, Tom Holland’s career has taken off in unforeseen ways. In addition to his growing popularity asSpider-Man, Holland has begun collaborating with a number of big stars in both live and animated roles. Holland has proved himself as a versatile talent across his multitude of roles. He has done voice work forSpies in Disguise,Onward, Dolittle, and early in his career,Locke. His animated work has shown he is skilled at developing accents andThe Devil All the Timeis a further testament....

July 7, 2025 · 4 min · 826 words · Chelsea Newman

UFC 5: How to Do Clinch Submissions

Quick Links EA’sUFC 5is a combat sports sim with complex control systems and a steep learning curve without using the game’s new built-in Simple Controls mechanics for new and inexperienced players. In addition to striking, players must learn how to conserve stamina and learn about takedowns, submissions, and the clinch. In the early days ofUFC 4,the clinch was overpowered until it was nerfed, but one of the best ways to win was to hit an opponent with a submission from the clinch, also known asFlying Submissions....

July 7, 2025 · 2 min · 297 words · Nathan Wilson

What to Expect From Xdefiant's Open Beta Test

Ubisoft is angling for a portion of the twitch shooter market with its new free-to-play title,XDefiant, and the recent announcement of an open beta in late June has players eager to hop in and see what the fuss is about. Previous closed betas forXDefianthelped put the game on the map, with an impressive overall package and shooting mechanics refined enough to stand alongside its peers, and now,Ubisoftis hoping this forthcoming open beta will be its catalyst of sustained interest asXDefiantplans to launch in early access later this Summer....

July 7, 2025 · 3 min · 627 words · Sara Fuentes

World of Warcraft Fans Aren't Happy About the January Trading Post Reward

Summary World of Warcraftfans aren’t impressed with the Golden Mobile Timepiece–the free reward players get for completing their Traveler’s Log tasks in January. While the watch-like cosmetic is not bad on its own, mostWorld of Warcraftplayers agree it is not worthy of being the free Trading Post reward. The Trading Post is a feature thatallowsWorld of Warcraftplayers to collect Trader’s Tenderto exchange for exclusive and discontinued cosmetics and collectibles. Each month, players can earn a free reward for completing Traveler’s Log tasks and filling up their progress bar....

July 7, 2025 · 3 min · 447 words · Kevin Rivers

World of Warcraft: 16th Anniversary Event Guide

WhenWorld of Warcraftfirst released in 2004, no one expected the MMORPG based onWarcraft’sRTS roots to take over the genre in a short amount of time. Over a decade later, this MMO titan still reigns supreme in the face of other competitors just asShadowlandsprepares to releaselater this month. But before players can step into the new expansion, they can first celebrateWorld of Warcraft’s16th anniversary. Although every year brings new adventures, the everchanging nature ofWoWmeans previous content is often skipped over until players vastly outscale it or even removed from the game....

July 7, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Jessica Stephens

Xbox UI Error Reignites Xbox Live Rebrand Rumors

Rumors thatXbox Livecould be rebranded have circualted for months, with fans speculating that the online multiplayer subscription could be changed to further emphasize Xbox Game Pass.Microsoft has denied these rumorsin the past, but there’s now some new evidence to support a potential overhaul of the service into what could be known as the “Xbox Network,” at least if some console UI changes are to be belived. First brought to the internet’s attention by The Verge Senior Editor Tom Warren, it appears that some users have had their Xbox UI updated, as it now seems to try and upload screenshots and other media to the “Xbox Network” rather than Xbox Live, as it’s meant to currently....

July 7, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Jerry Patterson

'Space Jam: A New Legacy' Trailer Teases Tons Of Surprise Cameos

Space Jamis coming back, and this time it’s bringing some friends. Lots of friends. In fact, it’s bringing so many friends that curious fans will have to constantly pause the new trailer just to see them all, and even then, they’ll probably miss a few. But hey, theLooney Tunesnever do anything halfway, and this little teaser is nothing if not a perfect testament to that fact. A new trailer forthe deceptively deepSpace Jam: A New Legacyjust dropped, and the absolute scope of the LeBron James-led adventure is nothing if not ambitious....

July 6, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Jason Washington

10 Open-World Games With Great Lore (But Weak Stories)

Open-world games have come a long way since the days of niche PC titles likeElder Scrolls: ArenaandWasteland. Advancements in technology have made for more gameplay variety and bigger, more immersive worlds for players to explore. Related:10 Longest Open-World Games Of 2020 (According To How Long To Beat) One aspect where certain open-world games suffer is the story. The open nature of the genre makes for pacing issues where players can often feel lost in the narrative while going through missions....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 925 words · Michelle Meyer

3 Elden Ring Rune Farms That Shadow of the Erdtree Can't Top

Summary The Shadow of the Erdtree expansion is expected to be massive, at least it would seem so based on how long it has been in development by now. Of all the rumored and speculated things that could potentially be included in this expansion forElden Ring, the base game could very well execute one concept better than any post-launch content ever could. Specifically, the existing methods that players have discovered for farming Runes inEldenRingmay continue to be the best of their kind....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 746 words · William Todd

7 Beginner Tips For PlateUp!

PlateUp!is rather unique. While it is a roguelite, the subject of the game is not about running through dungeons again and again,but instead about building an amazing restaurant and ensuring the quality of the food. A player can play by themselves, or with two or more people to work together. While there are lots of people that can take to the game ofPlateUp!relatively quickly, there are still other people who might not really understand what is going on....

July 6, 2025 · 4 min · 818 words · Frank Robles

8 Anime Sequels That Went Dark

Summary Usually, anime that get popular enough to get a sequeldon’t deviate too far from their basic premise. Anime sequels don’t want to alienate their previous audience by shaking things up too much, so while some things may change in the sequel, things like tone and style won’t be all that different from the original. RELATED:Most Anticipated Anime Sequels & Revivals Of 2023 Sometimes, anime sequels might take a left turn and make a drastic change in tone, becoming much darker in comparison to the original series....

July 6, 2025 · 5 min · 868 words · Danielle Caldwell

Best Anti-Hero Games That Don't Involve Superheroes

Superhero games allow players to take on the role of beloved characters with extraordinary abilities and use them to save the world or fight against evil. These games often feature fast-paced action, epic battles, and morality systems that allow players to make decisions that affect the game’s outcome. Examples of popular superhero games include the “Spider-Man” series, “Marvel Avengers,” etc. RELATED:Most Iconic Female Villains In The Comics On the other hand, anti-hero games offer a different type of experience, allowing players to control superheroes who are not traditional but rather complex, flawed individuals....

July 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1199 words · Michelle Smith

Best Fashion Mods For Skyrim

As an expansive open-world game,Skyrimhas a number of cosmetics players can obtain for their Dragonborn, most of which are armor. They often have stats that can better allow them to soak damage from enemies, or dish out more from specific weapons. Related:Skyrim - The Best Heavy Armor Sets, Ranked But as most fans will know,fashionisn’t exactly the focus of the armor and clothing inSkyrim, as function is favored over form. This is where the modding community has come in to save the day, allowing players to deck out their player character in fashionable outfits, so they can look great even while slaying dragons and saving the world....

July 6, 2025 · 6 min · 1153 words · Rebecca Weiss