Why HBO's Harry Potter TV Series Is Doomed To Fail

Summary Fans of the Wizarding World rejoiced whenHBOconfirmed that aHarry PotterTV series was in the works, with the reboot set to premiere in 2026. With each book likely to have a dedicated series, Potterheads have been excited about storylines being covered in more detail or characters cut from the movies appearing. There are plenty of reasons to be excited about theHarry Potterworld becoming a television series, as the results could be spellbinding....

July 4, 2025 · 5 min · 890 words · Cheryl Richardson

Witchfire: Best Relics, Ranked

Relics are one of the three magical items players can equip to complete their loadouts inWitchfire. They come imbued with elemental effects and passive abilities that can significantly impact enemy engagements. From calling down heavenly lightning to cursing and igniting enemies, relics add another layer of combat mechanics that encourage players to experiment with different combinations based on their gameplay playstyle. Whilesome classes come with relics unlocked, players will mostly have to reach level 20 before they can start researching all the relics....

July 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1126 words · Lindsey Hurley

World of Warcraft: All Mountain Dew Rewards (& How to Get Them)

Quick Links Promotions related to thepurchase of real life productshave become significantly more common in video games. What was once just artwork of an upcoming video game on a can of soda became a way for players to get their hands on exclusive in-game items. As part ofthe 20th Anniversarycelebration ofWorld of Warcraft, Mountain Dew has a bunch of rewards available for players who purchase either Mountain Dew or Dorito products....

July 4, 2025 · 2 min · 380 words · Jessica Stone

Zenless Zone Zero Leak Teases 1.4 Quality of Life Changes

Summary A new leak fromZenless Zone Zerois hinting at several quality-of-life changes coming to the game with the Version 1.4 update, teasing helpful changes to mini-games and upgrading materials. The urban action RPG from HoYoverse has featured plenty of helpful adjustments to the game throughout its opening patches, ranging from bug fixes to improvements to the game. The developer has already confirmed players will soon be able tocontrol any character inZenless Zone Zero’s open world, instead of just Belle and Wise....

July 4, 2025 · 3 min · 587 words · Amber Collins

Zenless Zone Zero: How To Beat Nineveh

Quick Links Out of the many bosses inZenless Zone Zero, players will likely encounter Nineveh as their first colossal Ethereal. This monstrosity is one of the largest Ethereals in the ruins of old Eridu, and it’s up to the players to help take it down. Nineveh isn’t particularly difficult to fight, but if you’re playing Withering GardeninZenless Zone Zero’sHollow Zerowith modifiers active, then this boss is bound to give you trouble....

July 4, 2025 · 2 min · 393 words · Alan Willis

'He's an Easy Character to Write': The Apothecary Diaries Author Reveals Favorite Character, And It's Not Maomao or Jinshi

The Apothecary Diariesconsistently earned praise for its intriguing storytelling, unique genre fusion, and compelling characters. So, it wasn’t a surprise when asequel toThe Apothecary DiariesSeason 2was announced. Besides that, Maomao is a strong female lead, earning a nomination for the best main character of 2025. Fans adore her, including the dashing Jinshi, but for some reason, series author Natsu Hyuga’s favorite character isn’t one of them. It’s not uncommon for authors or creators to favor a character who isn’t the main protagonist in their work....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 885 words · Melinda Macias

6 Best Enemies-Turned-Allies In Demon Slayer

Summary No anime during summer 2025 has generated more fanfare and hysteria thanDemon Slayer, the Tanjiro Komado-led anime, with its final arc kicking off in explosive action asDemon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Movie: Infinity Castle’s release has captured the hearts of fans not just in Japan but worldwide. WhileInfinity Castleis set to dominate,Demon Slayerhas continued to flourish, particularly through the implementation of characters who, at first, appear as enemies or oppose protagonists such as Tanjiro....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 1026 words · Kelly Shaw

7 Best Handheld Mario Games, Ranked

As one of the longest-running and most successful video game franchises of all time, theMarioseries has made a name for itself on home consoles. Dating all the wayback to the NESin 1986, up until the Switch in 2017, theMariofranchise has seen some landmark game releases, but his handheld exploits have been just as compelling. Sometimes, they’ve even been more engaging than the home console releases. Whether it’s the impressive selection of sports titles made in conjunction with Camelot, or the selection of quality platform titles, handheldMariogames have proven themselves to be some of Nintendo’s strongest output over the years....

July 3, 2025 · 6 min · 1096 words · Amber Butler

8 Strongest Players In EA Sports FC 25, Ranked By Physicality

Summary InEA Sports FC 25, Physicality has evolved from a secondary number on a player’s card into the very essence of match dominance. In the heat of a match, it’s physicality that dictates who controls the pitch, wins those crucial 50/50 chances, and rises above the rest to deliver game-changing headers. Player physicality is more than just raw strength; it’s a potent combination of stamina, jumping, and aggression, all amplified by the game’s new PlayStyle modifiers....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 996 words · Melissa Bruce

Alarmo Review: Wake Up With Nintendo

In an effort to dominate every inch of your household,Nintendo has introduced Alarmo, a video game-themed alarm clock that features some nifty motion-activated features. It’s a cutesy-designed device that doesn’t offer a lot of bells and whistles, but it’s also not without some useful options for kids and adults. After using Alarmo over the last few weeks, there’s no denying Nintendo has injected a little fun into the wake-up routine – gamifying it in some ways....

July 3, 2025 · 5 min · 948 words · Eugene Russell

Apex Legends May Adopt Fortnite Monetization Feature

Summary A recent survey indicates that EA could be planning to add a monthly subscription toApex Legends. Other popular live service games such asFortnitealready have a monthly subscription service, so it’s not surprising that EA is considering this option forApex Legends. Developed by Respawn Entertainment and published by EA,Apex Legendswas released in 2019. The popular battle royale hero shooter is set in the same universe as theTitanfallfranchise, and it quickly became a big hit....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Kevin Lee

August 20 is Going to be a Big Day For Overwatch 2 Fans

Summary Though its legacy is still marred by false promises related to PvE modes and some shady monetization practices,Overwatch 2has still managed to have a pretty decent year so far. 2024 has brought a handful of fun collaborations toOverwatch 2, along with some exciting new heroes, and a vital change that finally unlocks all heroes for everyone off the bat. AndOverwatch 2still has plenty in store for the year. On August 20,Overwatch 2will receive its 12th season....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Anthony Snyder

Avengers Secret Wars May Pit Tom Holland Spider-Man Against Two Heroes

Summary TheAvengers: Secret Warscast is expected to feature several Marvel characters from films that pre-date the MCU. Now, a new rumor claims two fan-favorite heroes will be forced to fight each other. Avengers: Secret Warsis the closing chapter of Marvel Studios' Multiverse Saga. Based on two comic book storylines of the same name,Avengers: Secret Warsis expected to feature charactersfrom pre-MCU films, including Sony’s Spider-Man movies and Fox’s X-Men movies. Of course, several MCU characters will unite for the event film, and Tom Holland’s Spider-Man is expected to be a key player in the ensemble cast....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 474 words · Kaylee Bentley