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The launch of the PS VR2 marks the next generation of Sony’s VR gaming line. The headset has been making waves thanks to the explosive PS VR2 launch line-up which features puzzle games likeTetris Effect, horror titles likeResident Evil Village, andracing games likeGran Turismo 7. One of the biggest launch titles isHorizon Call of the Mountain, which takes Guerrilla Games’ franchise in a different direction with a new protagonist. The game is available bundled with the headset, which is a good choice, as it offers the perfect introduction to VR gaming while still being an impressive experience for veterans....

InWo Long: Fallen Dynasty’s initial tutorial level, players will eventually get taught how to perform a Deflect to block an enemy’s Critical Blow. Right after that guard is done for, there’s a shack on the left side of the path that houses a chest with players' first alternate weapon: thePolearm Podao. This is considered a melee weapon inWo Long, and players can equip two of them simultaneously, and they can be switched on the fly, even duringcombat and boss scenarios....

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomhas several different towns to visit that are usually bustling with NPCs to chat with,side quests to accept and complete, shops to browse through, and much more. Once players eventually make their way toRito Villagein thenorthwestern section of Hyrule, they can partake in all the mentioned activities, but there’s also a mini-inn that some people might have questions about. Swallow’s Roost at Rito Village Once players enter Rito Village from the front entrance, they will pass by a gazebo on the right that’s home to Swallow’s Roost, which is home to the famous Rito-Down bed....

Renowned Japanese publisherSquare Enixhas two brand-new video games that are receiving rave reviews from critics.Square Enix’s financials have not been all that great lately, but the company continues to put out high quality new releases. Square Enix fans are likely most concerned with theupcoming launch ofFinal Fantasy 16. Currently scheduled to release on June 22,Final Fantasy 16will not just be the biggest Square Enix release of 2023, but it will potentially be one of the biggest new game releases of the entire year....

Fntastic’sThe Day Beforeis set for release at some point in 2021. The anticipated zombie survival MMO doesn’t have a release date set in stone yet, but gamers have been excited about it.The Day Beforeis going to put player vs. player in a post-pandemic America, with zombie-like enemies thrown into the mix. While it might be sometime yet before the game releases, there are plenty of other survival games that could hold players' interest in the meantime....

Of the many series owned and published by Ubisoft,Assassin’s Creedis certainly one of the oldest. With the first entry in the series releasing nearly fourteen years ago,Assassin’s Creedhas become an incredibly recognizable franchise within the gaming community. Although, there is a particular weapon utilized throughout the series that attributes to the memorability ofAssassin’s Creed. Thehidden bladehas a longstanding history within theAssassin’s Creedtimeline. The weapon was first introduced in the originalAssassin’s Creedand has since been a series staple, making an appearance in almost every game in the franchise....

Avatar: The Way of Wateris bringing back a few actors who previously appeared in 2009’sAvatar. Stephen Lang, who portrayed Colonel Quaritch, recently commented on his character’s return, and answered one question on every fan’s mind: how is he coming back after having been killed in the previous movie? Avatar: The Way of Waterhas a lot to live up to. As the sequel to the highest-grossing film of all time,Avatar: The Way of Wateris already projectedto earn less than its predecessor at the domestic box office....

Anime is a huge part of otaku culture, so it’s only natural that at a certain point anime would start to be about the culture it’s a part of. These series are as varied as otaku themselves: some funny, some somber, some light, and some serious. RELATED:Redeemed Anime Villains That Didn’t Earn It Yet all otaku anime, in one way or another, are celebrations of that culture. The life of an otaku isn’t always easy, and some of these anime are matter-of-fact about the lives of cultural outsiders....

Summary The isekai genre has branched out into all sorts of unique themes, and the otome villainess trope is one such newly emerging subgenre. Being forced into the role of a villainess after being transmigrated to a dating sim is an oddly specific situation, but it surely leads to some amusing and comical narratives.Villainess Level 99is the latest isekai villainess anime within the otome landscape, and it has taken Winter 2024’s anime line-up by storm....

Quick Links With shows likeDragon BallorOne Pieceknown far and wide, it’s hard to deny the popularity of anime. Still, even the most action-oriented anime viewer can enjoy a simple story about the day-to-day lives of its characters. Theslice of life animegenre can contain hilarious comedic moments, serious drama, and evena bit of romance— it all depends on what viewers are looking for. Even if perhaps not as inescapable and popular as some other genres and themes, slice of life stories are eternal, with most seasons producing a few new shows that fit the bill....

Summary Along with providing the world of cinema with several notable classics, theStar Warsfranchise has contributed many exciting products to the world of gaming. Starting with Atari’s 1982 adaptation ofThe Empire Strikes Back,Star Warsgames have grown and prospered over the decades, eventually leading to several gaming classics. While plenty of these games have gone about transporting the film’s stories to the gaming medium, others have greatly expanded the series' universe and lore....

Borderlands 3stirred up quite a bit of controversy at release, not only due to bugs and performance problems, but because of a major plot point in the game. Thedeath of a former playable charactercame as a shock to many, though the game didn’t dwell as much on it as it might have, as has now been revealed by a deleted scene. The upcomingBorderlands 3Director’s Cut DLC will add some new content to the game that didn’t make it to the original version....

While known better for its open-world design, combat-oriented gameplay, and some of the most iconic boss fights of recent years,Elden Ringis also home to an incredibly in-depth character creator. While a technical challenge to utilize effectively due to its complicated slider system, once players have an understanding ofElden Ring’s character creator, they can use it to craft almost any humanoid character. This ability to recreate popular characters or craft entirely new ones in a hyperrealistic creator makes for extremely interesting playthroughs and interactions....