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Summary Horror in games comes in many forms. From the jumpscares ofFive Nights At Freddy’s to the monsters ofResident EvilandSilent Hill, to the atmospheric dread ofAlien: Isolation. There’s a horror game out there for every gamer, some co-op, some solo, andsomewhere there is fun to be had in scaring friends. Somewhere between them all exists abstract horror. Creating horror not from explicit monster encounters, gore, or jumps, butrather finding horror in absence and atmosphere....

Summary For players seekingpeaceful, soothing experiences, these games offer relaxing escapes from daily stress. With an emphasis on slow-paced gameplay, creativity, and gentle challenges, each title invites players into a world where they can unwind and focus on enjoyable, meditative tasks. Whether it’s exploring the ocean’s mysteries, arranging cozy spaces, building a lawn care empire, or designing fashionable outfits, these games create a calming atmosphere perfect for unwinding before bed. Dive into these relaxing titles to de-stress and discover the simple pleasure of low-stakes gaming in a variety of imaginative settings....

Summary The modern MCU has made it seem for a long time that Marvel really has things worked out with their cinematic adaptations. This hasn’t always been the case, and the ever-ongoing attempt to balance the most important superhero elements of action and comedy has gone on for decades; not just on the big screen but in TV and comic book versions of these beloved characters. Though many films choose to focus more on the comedic (Ant-Man) side and some want to be filled with serious action (Black Panther), other Marvel and superhero movies have attempted to cut out the comedic elements of the comics entirely....

Summary Red Dead Redemption 2is a huge game with incredible graphics. That said, there’s always room for improvement. Since its release, mod creators have been working hard to release a variety of mods that either tweak oroverhaul the game’s graphics entirely. From mods that introduce better combat visuals to ones that change the in-game weather system, there’s a mod to suit everyone. Some mods can make a game feel brand new....

Check out the latest teaser trailer for The Bornless, an upcoming action horror RPG.

Summary Music has been a crucial aspect ofFinal Fantasy’scontinuing legacy, as industry legends like Nobuo Uematsu and countless others have contributed some absolutely incredible orchestrations to accompany these epic tales of adventure. And when it comes to the villains, that part of theFinal Fantasysoundscape has been a true highlight,as these nefarious antagonistshave some of the best themes in the entire series. As the franchise continued to change and evolve, it was the benefactor of massive hardware innovations that allowed for a marvelous variety of different types of music....

Quick Links The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomis one of the largestThe Legend of Zeldagames released to date. The game has a ton of content for players to participate in, from taming horses to hunting for the many secrets in the game. One thing that the game has a lot of is side quests (not to be confused with side adventures). Here’s a breakdown of all the side quests in the game, broken down by the area they’re in, the region, and the exact location in the region....

Summary The majority of Devil Fruit abilities seen throughout the series ofOne Piecetend to be very selfish and self-centered in how they work. For example, it’s not uncommon to see Devil Fruits that grant their hosts a sudden burst of power, or ones that are able to transform them into giant beasts to help them in combat, as is the case with the Zoan Fruits. It’s important to remember, however, that Devil Fruits abilities can take all types of weird and wacky forms, so it only makes sense that at least a few of them are moreso centered around helping others rather than the user....

Summary In 2024, it’s incredibly hard to find a pure romantic comedy anime with a unique plot that is entertaining without excessive fan service or repetitive plotlines. Most of the genuinely good comedy anime are either a part of the fantasy or shōnen genre or spare no expense at exploiting their characters for sexually charged scenes that do nothing for the plot. While there is nothing wrong with fan service, it’s nice to find a pure romantic comedy that relies on situational humor, rather than treating the comedy as a side quest instead of the main appeal....

Quick Links There are a lot of unique items available for players to find inThrone and Liberty, and the rarest of them can prove to be pretty tricky to get ahold of. With the impressive benefits they offer players, it makes total sense why the game would have these items be tougher to obtain. Hidden behindsome of the toughest bosses, the lengthiest activities and Codex entries, or simply requiring a lot to craft, these items can be a process to unlock....

Summary With each entry in theMadden NFLseries of games, there comesFranchisegame mode — each time being a more impressive affair than the previous year. Players ofMadden NFL 25will be able to select their favorite NFL team and build them up with players of varying caliber. Players will be able to progress through the game mode as either a Coach or as an Owner, each with their own approach. Players shouldn’t think that the best course of action is to just dive into a new season....

Summary World of Warcraftis adding four new glyphs in Patch 11.0.7 that let Outlaw Rogues customize the appearance of their Pistol Shot ability. While the exact visuals used by these glyphs are currently unknown,World of Warcraftplayers with the Inscription profession will likely be able to create these cosmetics once the next content update releases. Recently,World of Warcraftrevealed Patch 11.0.7, the second content update forThe War Within. The patch continues the Worldsoul Saga on a mysterious island called the Siren Isle as players vie to uncover its secrets and collect its myriad treasures....

Summary As it stands, Microsoft has yet to announce the Wave 2 Xbox Game Pass games for August 2024. It’s possible thatXbox’s Gamescom 2024 plansare throwing things off, but it’s also possible that Microsoft simply doesn’t have much to announce for Game Pass when it comes to the second half of August 2024. Whether an official announcement comes or not, we do know of at least three games that are leaving Xbox Game Pass on August 31....