Summary Final Fantasyisa series full to the brimwith some of the most memorable characters of all time. The games may lean towards certain done-to-death cliches when manufacturing personalities for these characters, but most of these people are unique enough for players to enjoy their interactions as the game progresses. Some of the most beloved and hatedFinal Fantasycharacters in equal measure are the rivals that stand in a player’s way time and time again....

Quick Links DespiteFortniteSuper still being the active season (Chapter 6 Season 3), it seems that Epic Games was far too excited for the live event that it occurred before the season had even ended. For those curious about thelive eventinFortniteChapter 6 Season 3 and want to see it for themselves (or reexperience it), we’ve got you covered with full gameplay of the event, and a description of what happened. DoesFortnite’s Super Showdown live event tease what awaits in Chapter 6 Season 4?...

Baldur’s Gate 3just got a surprise patch in the form of fixes for various bugs and crashes, an update to the EULA, and performance improvements for all platforms, especially Xbox. ThoughBaldur’s Gate 3is finished with major patches, this small update is now live for all fans to download for free. WhenBaldur’s Gate 3first dropped on July 28, 2025, it took the world by storm, quickly jumping to the top of the charts, even winning Game of the Year at The Game Awards....

Summary Plenty of games over a host of genres, though especially wherethe strategy genreis concerned, allow players to influence and participate in a large and dynamic economy system that is built on trade and resources. These games typically fall into two categories: either cozy shopfront managers where the goal is to have a good time, or comprehensive economic simulations likeVictoria 3where the goal is to beat as many nations as possible into depending on the customs union....

Summary The legendaryHalloweenfranchise is getting two new video games. John Carpenter’sHalloweenis still regarded by many as one of the greatest slasher films ever made, spawning an entire film franchise with numerous sequels and reboots. The majority of these films are centered around Michael Myers, a masked serial killer who may or may not be the living embodiment of evil, and the many innocent souls caught in his murderous rampages.Halloweenhad a licensed video game for the Atari 2600 in 1983, though none of the film’s characters were named....

Summary Kingdom Come: Deliveranceis not necessarily a difficult game, but it isn’t the most accessible game either. This ultimately stems from its reliance on realism as opposed to modern gameplay gimmicks and crowd-pleasing features, to the point thatKingdom Come: Deliverance’s intentional inaccessibilityis simultaneously one of its best characteristics and the main thing that keeps many players from enjoying it. WhileKingdom Come: Deliverance 2will likely do its best to maintain that reputation, it is committed to at least improving the first game’s combat, which plays a major role in its fairly steep learning curve....

Quick Links TheYsseries is a long-running franchise that has existed since 1987. In addition to the mainline JRPG series, an anime series, books, and music based on the protagonistAdol, and his adventures. In its long history, Adol has worn and encountered memorable looks, outfits, and characters. You can change Adol and Karja’s costumes to classic and new designs thanks to DLC and unlockable items. It’s not entirely obvious how to alter a character’s appearance....

Quick Links While players may still be grinding through theirFortniteBattle Pass by completing Battle Royale quests or competing in fast-paced action in modes like Reload, those looking to try out more unique experiences may turn toFortniteCreative, the one-stop shop for endless community-crafted content.While there is a sheer endless number of Creative maps, 1v1 With Every Gun by Hive is by far one of the most popular. One of the biggest draws of 1v1 With Every Gun is the fun weapons players can use, many of which aretied to secret puzzles and easter eggs that need to be uncovered....

Quick Links Dragon Age: The Veilguardgives youseven romanceable companions to choose from, including the gentleman Necromancer and Corpse Whisperer, Professor Emmrich Volkarin. As one of the last companions you recruit in the game, you’ll probably be eager to learnhow to romance Emmrich inDragon Age: The Veilguardas soon as possible, and when precisely you can get the romance ball rolling. While Emmrich’s fascination with death and dying might be off-putting to some, romancing Emmrich offers plenty of unique encounters and endearing moments....

Summary Sailing the high seas in search of plunder is a gaming classic. FromSid Meyer’s Piratesto Skull and Bones, the golden age of piracy is a rich vein for games to explore, evenAssassin’s Creedhas its pirate game. The latest game to throw its tricorn hat into the ring is Purribean catventureCat Quest 3. Desmond Wong, CEO of developer The Gentlebros, spoke with Game Rant mere hours beforeCat Quest 3was released on International Cat Day to delve into the riches of the Purribean Sea and explore the new direction for the acclaimed cozy franchise....

Summary A new class action lawsuit has been filed againstIntel, alleging that the company knowingly sold 13th and 14th gen Raptor Lake CPUs that were prone to instability issues and degradation. The instability issues caused a great deal of controversy forIntelthrough 2024, as the company conducted extensive investigations to find the exact cause. After receiving user reports of crashes and performance issues in April, Intel confirmed that high voltage and frequency settings were causing a range of 13th and 14th gen CPUs to operate outside recommended settings....

Summary LEGO Horizon Adventureshas officially gone Gold, meaning that the game is ready to launch on November 14. During June’s Summer Game Fest 2024 livestream,Horizonfans were greeted by a surprisingtrailer featuring LEGO versions of Aloy and her friends battling with plastic machines.LEGO Horizon Adventuresis naturally being released for PlayStation 5 and PC, but gamers were surprised to learn that the title is also headed to the Nintendo Switch, making it the firstHorizontitle to be available on Nintendo hardware....

Summary Marvel Rivalsplayers have come together to ask NetEase Games to consider adding a female skin of the popular Strategist Loki to the hero shooter. NetEase Games recently released Season 3 ofMarvel Rivals, which introduced the mutant Jean Grey to the title’s ever-expanding roster as the Duelist Phoenix. In addition to releasing a new character, NetEase Games added a new detection system that flags accounts suspected ofsmurfing inMarvel Rivals. Smurfing has been a growing issue since the game’s launch in December 2024, but this new system issues an automatic warning to those who may be breaking the rules....