Summary A big fan of theXbox 360manages to make a nostalgic discovery in their shed, finding a limited edition version of the console. This version of the console was released during the launch of 2012’sHalo 4, the first original numbered game developed by 343 Industries after Bungie split from Microsoft. Along with it being the lastHalogame to release on theXbox 360, it was also developed to expand the universe with a new set of lore....
In spite of the fact that Microsoft is set to release a new, next-generation game console within the year, the company has continued to remain active with regards to their current system, theXbox One. The console has had continual software updates come in over the last several months, which makes the UI more efficient. Though, this newest update provides features that greatly improve game library organization. It’s safe to say that the Xbox One as a console has had a rather difficult lifespan....
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer and Head of Xbox Game Studios Matt Booty hosted a special panel after the conclusion of the Xbox Games Showcase, with the latter outlining the output goal as a total of four per year. Game Rant was able to attend this panel which was focused on what’s next for gaming atXbox. Fans themselves got a glimpse at that future with the Xbox Games Showcase. Several exciting first-party titles were shown off likeFableandAvowed, with the latter receiving a 2024 release window alongside another first-party title:Hellblade 2....
Inspired by the wildly popular TV showSquid Game,Crab Gameplays out like the twisted offspring ofMario PartyandPUBG: Battlegrounds:simultaneously a silly party game, and a cutthroat battle royale. That fusion of genres can make it difficult for newcomers to know what to expect and how best to play. RELATED:Fall Guys: Mistakes Players Make That Result In A Loss There might only be one beady-eyed character in a blue tracksuit, but the game has no shortage of deadly minigames....
When adapting a book into other media, it doesn’t always translate well and you’ll often hear “the book was better.” However, there are times when the adaptation does the book justice or becomes its own awesome piece of work. Whether films, TV shows, or games, oftentimes the new adaptation is loosely based on the book or is not faithful to the original telling. For example,in Netflix’sThe Witcherseries, there were many changes made from the books....
All Elite Wrestlingis reportedly suspending some of its top talent and current champions after a real-life backstage fight that happened this past Sunday, September 4 following a heated media scrum for the All Out pay-per-view event. Current AEW World Champion CM Punk participated in a media scrum shortly after winning the title from Jon Moxley in the All Out main event, sharing harsh words for Colt Cabana, “Hangman” Adam Page, andAEW’s Executive Vice Presidents, Kenny Omega, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson....
Michael McDonald on Twitter has created something that a devout following would call a work of art inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons. With a little help from friends, they have recreated the introductory scene from the belovedKing of the Hillwith near 100% accuracy inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons. The clip itself is only 30 seconds long, right on par with the source material. It features the bulk of theKing of the Hillcast, including Hank, Dale, Bill, and Boomhauer....
Anthem’sfirst birthday has come and gone. The game initially released on February 22nd, 2019, for PC and consoles, and while one would expect some sort of celebration from a game’s one year anniversary, it seems that there was nothing of the sort planned forAnthem.However,there is some festivity, asAnthemstill has its Christmas decorations up. EA and Bioware made no mention of the game’s birthday- even on Twitter, where a one-year shout out might have done something to reassure the game’s remaining fans....
Double jumps are cool. While it might not always make sense for a character to be able to launch themselves higher by somehow pushing on the air itself, there’s something extremely satisfying about maintaining airtime with an extra press of the jump button. RELATED:Most Fun Jumping Mechanics in Gaming A good double jump is one that feels good to perform and has a fun, bouncy animation. This is especially true when a game gives the player a ton of platforming challenges to make the most of this ability and make it truly shine....
Even a TV show that doesn’t primarily fall into the romance genre can pay a lot of attention to creating romantic relationships between the characters. Not only does it make them more relatable, but it adds an extra layer of emotions and tension to the show, especially since the viewers know very well that not every relationship will have a happy ending. RELATED:The Greatest Romance Anime Of All Time Sometimes the couple isn’t a good match and other times, society doesn’t wish for the two people who are in love to be together....
This has been a fantastic year for thrillers that captivate global audiences by making them question everything that they are viewing. While some of the best thriller films allow the viewer to think, there are also films that use predictable scare tactics in order to enhance the viewing experience. RELATED:Best Thriller Movies On Netflix Characterized by a dark tone and a feeling of suspense of surprise, the thriller genre leaves the viewer feeling anxious or pensive as they consider where the story on-screen will go next....
WithBlack Panther: Wakanda Forevergearing up for its theatrical release, fans and the cast are feeling the loss of the franchise’s star Chadwick Boseman more and more. It was recently revealed byBlack Pantherdirector Ryan Coogler that Boseman’s passing left him questioning whether he should continue to work in the entertainment business. Boseman, who starred as T’Challa and theBlack Panther, tragically lost his private battle with colon cancer in August 2020. The sequel in theBlack Pantherfranchise went on without Boseman, and Coogler and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige made the executive decision to notrecast the role of T’Challa forBlack Panther 2, deeming it to be “too soon” to do so, as many are still grieving the loss of Boseman, who was a role model and hero to so many....
For the first time since 2019, there will be an in-person version ofBlizzConlater this year, as Blizzard Entertainment revealed when and where its upcoming convention will be. The news aboutBlizzConcame months after Blizzard revealed that the 2023 iteration of its video game convention will be held in person, and longtime fans and convention goers may be familiar with when and where the event will take place. A few months back, during an end-of-year update, President of Blizzard EntertainmentMike Ybarra revealed that BlizzCon would returnas an in-person convention in 2023, but did not give any additional information at the time....
