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Summary Capcom’sResident Evilfranchise enjoyed a remarkable streak from 1998 to 2007, and it’s one that the survival-horror series is unlikely to ever replicate. Capcom’sResident Evilfranchise hit the scene in 1996 and changed the gaming landscape forever. Popularizing many elements of the survival-horror genre and inspiring countless games to come, the originalResident Evilis a genuine classic. In 1998, Capcom followed the originalResident Evilwith a direct sequelset in Raccoon City.Resident Evil 2was an even bigger hit than the original game, and helped kick off an incredible streak for the franchise....

Quick Links From the creators ofDead Cells,Windblownis an action roguelike where you fight against unusual robotic creatures made of stone, known as Sentinels. The player takes on the role of a Leaper, exploring various biomes hidden within the mysterious Vortex. While venturing through the Vortex, you will encounter a range of enemies, ranging from smaller foes like Rushers and Bombers to elite enemies like Sword Golems and Worker Saws. Defeating these enemies is essential for progressing inWindblown, as they drop valuable resources calledCogs....

Summary A brand-new face is joining theMarvel Cinematic Universe, and while his debut is still a way off, Wonder Man is finally on the horizon. Despite 16 years of theMCU, there are still plenty of heroes and villains from the pages of Marvel Comics who are yet to make their mark. As an important member of the Avengers, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II could have a bright future as Wonder Man. The first sizzle reel for theMCU’s Disney+ slate in 2025has given fans a look at Simon Williams, aka Wonder Man....

Summary World of Warcraftjust shared a blog post giving players a digital tour of the eight dungeons found in the four zones inThe War Within, as well as the bosses they will encounter in the instances. Fans will find many landmarks in the newWorld of Warcraftexpansion, many of which become battlefields they will fight challenging foes upon. The release ofWorld of Warcraft: The War Withinis right around the corner. Early access for players who pre-purchased the Epic Edition starts on August 22, while the full launch arrives on August 26....

TheHalofranchise seems to be turning over a new leaf, with 343 Industries having just been rebranded to Halo Studios and the recent news that the developer is working on multiple Unreal Engine 5 projects. Many fans are cautiously optimistic aboutHalo’s new direction. But in moments like these, developers and fans alike need to remember the franchise’s roots, its successes, its failings, and how it’s evolved over the last few decades. And given it’s the game’s 20th birthday, it’s a good time to rememberHalo 2....

Summary When playing as a Summoner class, the player has a variety of creatures at their disposal that they can summon through magic. These classes usually allow the player to stay in the backlines while their summons do all the work for them. Although some players may believethese sorts of classesto be quite weak, there are some games which highlight how powerful the Summoner class is, with some of them even being stronger than a regular melee class the player could control....

Looting has become a major component in most open-world games that fans either love or hate. While scouring the land for loot that may not even be all that worthwhile can be annoying, players appreciate it when certain titles do a great job of making looting effortless and making it impactful in a way thatencourages players to explore. Given how most open-world games try to become a jack-of-all-trades to keep everyone satisfied, it’s easy to see why looting has become predominant in the genre....

Sucker Punch has been having a strong few years, which is expected to continue with the release ofGhost of Yotei, the long-awaited follow-up toGhost of Tsushima. Though theGhost of Tsushimaseries seems to be Sucker Punch’s primary focusright now, there was once a time when the studio was known for a very different sort of franchise, though one that was no less exciting. Infamousis tragically overlooked, it would seem, at least by the powers that be in the games industry....

Quick Links There’s more to the guns ofOnce Humanthan just their damage numbers and special effects. Each weapon has a number of stats under the hood that significantly affect how well they feel overall. Unfortunately, these stats often go unnoticed, and some players might not know about them at all. When you startcollecting weapon accessories inOnce Human, gun stats will become much more relevant. Here’s what we know about how each of these stats work....

Summary RenownedTwitchpersonality Amouranth has provided an update on her ongoing stalker situation, stating that the individual from Estonia who had been arrested has now been released on bail. According to theTwitchstreamer, the stalker continues to attempt to get in touch with her despite the legal actions taken. Amouranth, a highly popular streamer, has amassed millions of fans through her streams, but her fame has also brought significant challenges, including persistent stalking incidents....

Assassin’s Creed ShadowsTitle Update 1.0.7 is out now, bringing a number of bug fixes, an increase to the level cap, and a highly anticipated New Game+ mode to the historical action-adventure title. The July 29 update is just part of Ubisoft’s plans forAssassin’s Creed Shadowsthis summer, as the developer has announced additional content and quality-of-life improvement updates are due to arrive within the next few months. Despite a series of pre-release controversies and development issues, theAssassin’s Creed Shadowslaunch was the second-biggest in the franchise’s history, giving Ubisoft the victory it needed after a period of disappointing outings....

Players fond of CRPGs will remember the Baldur’s Gate series for its compelling storylines and wonderful cast of characters, and Baldur’s Gate 3 brings the same character-focused flavor to modern screens. This time around, players encounter various survivors who escaped a recent skirmish against mind flayer invaders from Faerun. Not only that, all of them have to eliminate illithid tadpoles inside of them before transforming into mind flayers themselves.

Summary Many modern JRPGs tend to embrace darker themes, featuring apocalyptic scenarios or characters inspired by shows likeGame of Thrones. While these can be engaging, it’s refreshing to experience games that offer a sense of joy and escapism. Unfortunately, many games today seem to lose that feel-good sense of fun, which is characterized by optimistic characters,beautiful worlds, and grand adventures that leave a lasting impression. Players often miss the characters, towns, NPCs, and worlds of these games once they finish playing....