Dontnod’s newest narrative mysteryTwin Mirrorreleases today. Unfortunately, it could be because Dontnod’s attention was split between two games thatTwin Mirrordoesn’t feel like the game it was meant to be, according to the critics reviewing it. Earlier this year,Dontnod releasedTell Me Why, a progressive and heart-wrenching story of two twins uncovering the mysteries shrouding the history of their late mother. The game was generally well-received by critics and the gaming community, who accredited the title for its excellent representation—an asset that Dontnod is usually known for—of trans people and those struggling with mental illness....

Summary In an unexpected twist of irony, the CEO ofTwitch, the world’s leading live-streaming platform, recently broke the news that his own partner application had been rejected. This incident serves as a vivid reminder of the formidable hurdles that streamers often encounter when striving for theTwitchPartnership Program. According to Twitch, the platform’s Partner Program is designed for dedicated streamers who are ready to take their streaming journey to the next level after achieving Affiliate status....

EA SportsUFC 4has recently joined the likes ofFIFA 21,NHL 21,andMadden 21on Game Pass after it was added to EA Play. The game was initially released in August 2020 and is the latest MMA offering from EA, coming over two years afterUFC 3. RELATED:Things We Wish We Knew Before Starting UFC 4 The core gameplay ofUFC 4is similar to its predecessor, though some mechanics have been overhauled to make the experience more accessible for new players, especially the ground game....

Warcraft 3: Reforgedreleased just last week, and saying that the title has not been well received would be a gross understatement. Indeed, many fans have found this new remaster from Blizzard seriously underwhelming, a sentiment that can be seen reflected inWarcraft 3: Reforged’s Metacritic score, and the developer has now responded to the unrest surrounding the title with an adjustment to its standard refund policy. Specifically, Blizzard has officially announced that it will be honoring refunds upon request forWarcraft 3: Reforgedregardless of when the game was purchased or if it was used....

Summary Little is known aboutTales of the Shireaside from its currently scheduled release next year from a development team at Weta Workshop via its publisher Private Division. Weta Workshop may not have much game development experience, but is one of Hollywood’s premiere design houses and has worked as a support studio in games before.Lord of the Rings: Return to Moriawas released recently and showed the crafting and survival games are a strong fit for Tolkien’s universe....

Life is Strangegames are about to see the addition of a new chapter to the series, calledLifeisStrange:TrueColors.This entry is developed by Deck Nine, rather than the original developers of bothLife is StrangeandLife is Strange2, Dontnod Entertainment, and there may be a few changes as a result.Life is Strange: True Colorsis set to retain the characteristic element ofLife is Strangegames in the form of the protagonist having supernatural powers, but on the other hand, it is ditching one of the most recognizable features the series ever had, episodes....

After the calendar flipped to 2020, all eyes focused on Microsoft and Sony as speculation and rumor continued to swirl around their next generation console plans. With both companies continuing to stay fairly quiet for now, rumors have been largely the source to fill in information gaps, leading to plenty of fan speculation about what could or may not be in each of the new consoles. Recently, the discussion of a mysterious port has started surfacingfrom a leaked image of theXbox Series X, leading to many wild theories of what it could be....

Summary TheLegend of Zeldafranchise is one of the most popular gaming series of all time, with dozens of games across a complex and much-beloved timeline. Featuring many memorable characters who are reincarnated through the ages, the core characters in the franchise are its hero, Link, and the eponymous Princess Zelda herself. Although many of the characters have wondrous and impressive achievements to their name, Princess Zelda is key to most of the franchise’s stories and has an irreplaceable role in the series....

NieR: Automatareleased in 2017 and it was the follow-up toNieRfrom 2010. The game was positively received by fans and critics alike, particularly for its story and underlying themes, andNieR: Automatawent on to win multiple awards. The franchise already had a firm fan-following, but this community grew exponentially after the release ofAutomata. RELATED:10 Open World RPGs That Take The Longest To Complete Unsurprisingly, after such a successful release, PlatinumGames has decided to continue adding to the franchise and announced thatNieR Replicantis in development, a remaster of the originalNieRthat will give western audiences the Japanese version of the game....

Life is Strange: True Colorsis the fifth entry in the belovedLife is Strangefranchise. From standalone games likeThe Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit, to episodic narrative experiences likeBefore the Storm, each game is woven intrinsically into a supernatural tapestry of young adult drama. RELATED:Life is Strange: Every LGBTQ+ Character in the Franchise True Colorsfollows the story of Alex Chen as she unravels the mystery of her brother’s “accidental” death. Players must undertake a journey full ofincredible storytelling and powerful charactersto find out the truth....

The return of the BioWare’s belovedMass Effectseries has fans excited for the release ofMass Effect Legendary Edition, which will remaster all three original trilogy games. The graphics will see an immense improvement, and all previous DLC from the past titles will be available within the game at purchase. Fans have been waiting forMass Effect Legendary Editionfor quite some time, and its announcement on N7 day was all but predicted. However, as much as fans are excited to return to the Milky Way andCommander Shepard’s story, there are certain “drawbacks” to revisiting the games....

Some of the most unique, memorable movies in cinematic history are those that manage to seamlessly blend one genre of film with another. And there are few genre combinations that have captivated audiences quite like the action comedy. Some examples of this hybrid genre are primarily action-based with added humorous elements, while others lean more towards the comedy side of the spectrum. However, they all excel at both aspects in their own distinct way....

Summary AsStar Wars: Ahsokacontinues its successful first-season run on Disney Plus, one apparent retcon to an iconicStar Warsmoment has been confirmed and inadvertently canonized by Lucasfilm. WhileStar Wars: Ahsokais a spin-off of the live-action showsThe MandalorianandThe Book of Boba Fett,where the titular character first appeared in live-action, the show has a muchmore significant connection toStar Wars Rebels,as attested by showrunner Dave Filoni.Rebels, a successor to the much-beloved animated seriesStar Wars: The Clone Wars,forms the basis for much of whatAhsokaexplores, with the live-action show taking place after the fall of the First Galactic Empire that the cast of Rebels struggled to help undermine and eventually topple....