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When the PlayStation 2 was released, and game studios were able to create more realistic and immersive games than ever before, the platforming genre that had dominated the gaming industry in the 90s started to fade away. This became even more apparent when the seventh generation of home consoles were released, as the inherently linear genre couldn’t compete with the rise in open-world gaming. However, the platforming genre began to make a comeback thanks to an unexpected place, indie developers....

TheTactical RPG(TRPG) is a very niche genre compared to other RPG types. Unlike standard turn-based RPGs or action RPGs,TRPGsrequire players to think about the position of the characters in the game in ways similar to chess, utilizing such locations with a plethora of strategies related to combat, movement, and more for deeper levels of gameplay. Because of the complexities associated with the genre, it can be intimidating for newcomers. Nevertheless, TRPGs have a dedicated player base that’s only been growing, and 2022 is proof of that....

Age of Empiresis one of the most beloved RTS games of all time and for good reason. Combining military tactics and base building with resource collection, management, exploration, and a feeling of historical authenticity,Age of Empires 4continues the tradition in a largely medieval setting, spanning from the Dark Age to the Imperial Age. RELATED:Best Games Where You Progress Through The Ages With each progression through to the next Age, players will unlock new buildings and units....

Among Usis an internet phenomenon that not many can explain. This two year old game suddenly and unexpectedly blew up in terms of popularity as a chain reaction of major streamers began playing the game, revitalizing interest in it.InnerSloth, the game’s developer, has been enjoying this resurgence of its game, but the extra attention hasn’t all been good. Though this ought to come as no surprise to anyone at this point,Among Ushas a serious cheating problem....

WhenAnimal Crossing: New Horizonswas released back in 2020, it was arguably one of the most anticipated Nintendo titles to be launched at the time. Nintendo even seemed to think so as the company offered aspecial Nintendo Switch modelthemed after the life sim. Now, anAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsfan has decided to customize their own Joy-Cons, using the Nintendo title as inspiration for their overall design. TheAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsfanbase is not new to customization, especially within the life sim....

As Marvel fans start turning their eyes toGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumanianow looks set to become a box office blunder for Disney and the pint-sized hero’s worst entry yet. Ant-Man 3is currently sitting at $469.7 million earned worldwide. Although that revenue is usually a number most films won’t come near touching, for Marve Studios' blockbuster budgets, it’s not enough to turn a profit, despite a promising premiere weekend....

Summary The visual medium of fighting games is rife with memorable and iconic character designs. However, with the continual shift of the medium as well as the wide range of designs, some will be better than others. Certain characters have designs and outfits that stand the test of time. Nevertheless, some characters have benefited from an overhaul in the visual department. The examples below are some of the best. The focus will be on the default designs of characters in fighting games....

Games have long evolved from the era of pixillated graphics, 8-bit music and the mechanics limited to platforming or combat. Now, there are games that come in as many genres and movies and books, with multiple styles of play that have expanded beyond the early, formulaic years of gaming. Related:The Best Retro Games Of The 90s And now in more recent years, there are games that don’t pride themselves in their gameplay mechanics, but rather the fact they are more of an interactive art experience,placing their focus on the aesthetics of the game rather than the actual gameplay, such as the infamous walking simulators, or interactive movies, which are just pretty words to describe games with minimal input needed from the player....

Summary Thankfully there are plenty of fun and immersive games online that can help both beginner and more experienced players make some new virtual friends. From fantasy, sim, and action toFPS online gamesplayers can get lost in all kinds of thrilling worlds while making friends and improving their gaming skills. In some of these games, players can join clans and meet lots of people at once and get guidance or simply have some fun together....

Heavily influenced by the fantasy genre,Crisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunionis crawling with otherworldly monsters and beasts. While Zack is required to defeat most of the creatures he encounters, he can also call upon a select few to aid him in combat. RELATED:Summons We Want To See In Final Fantasy 16 InCrisis Core: Final Fantasy 7 Reunion, Summon Materia can be used to call forth otherworldly beings to assist Zack in a variety of different ways....

2020 was a year of some spectacular releases spanning budgets and developer sizes. Fromthe realization of dream games likeFinal Fantasy 7 Remaketo the release of long-awaited sequels like theLast of Us Part 2, players were spoilt for choice. Yet despite some big hitters, one game that stole the hearts of many was the mythological rogueliteHadesfrom developer Supergiant Games. Even close to a year after the game’s official released out of Early Access,the critical darlingHadesis still gaining new fanslikeBob’s Burgersdirector Simon Chong, who showed his love for the game in a way he only could....

The level of freedom offered inThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wilddoesn’t just allow players to craft their own unique journeys throughout Hyrule, but it also lends itself well to all manner of challenges for players to come up with and attempt to accomplish. Aside from the usual speed runs to see who can reach and defeat Calamity Ganon the quickest, there have even beenspeedruns to bake bread as fast as possible....

WhileCall of Dutyhas only had one full remaster, asCall of Duty 4received modern makeovers for both its campaign and multiplayer, the originalCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2received a partial upgrade. Though many were understandably let down that its unbalanced but incredibly fun multiplayer was not rebuilt from the ground up, its campaign was one of the best in the series, and it was great to see a 2009 game remodeled for a 2020 audience....