It is no secret that 2D platformer games are nothing new and have been a prominent genre in the industry ever since the advent of video games, decades ago. Of course, most gamers are probably familiar with triple-A platformers such asSuper MarioandCrash Bandicoot. While most big studios have transitioned from 2D to 3D, smaller studios tend to bring back the charm of classic platformers, and such is the case forA Sister’s Journey....

ASUS Chromebook C403 Laptop Asus Chromebook C403 laptop features a rugger and spill-resistant design using MIL-STD 810G standards, which keeps the device working even when the conditions are sub-prime. The display on the laptop is a 14-inch panel that has a high-definition resolution. Moreover, the display can be laid flat at a 180-degree angle.In terms of specs, the laptop has an Intel Celeron N3350 processor, four gigabytes of RAM, 32-gigabyte eMMC storage, and a lightweight Chrome OS operating system with automatic updates and built-in virus protection....

The upcomingAssassin’s Creed Miragehas piqued the curiosity of many within the franchise’s community, with the game marketing itself as a return to the classic gameplay formula of the older installments. The title will reportedly achieve this by doing away with a lot of the grandiose RPG elements of more recent franchise titles, instead offering a much more intimate and narratively-driven experience. It is also known thatAssassin’s Creed Miragewill feature Basim Ibn Ishaq as its protagonist, who was also a central character in the recentAC Valhalla....

Romance is a huge part ofBaldur’s Gate 3, which contains a diverse range of inclusive romance options for players. So far,Baldur’s Gate 3’s romanceable character Astarionappears to be one of the most popular romances, perhaps owing to his complex personality, backstory, and entertaining dialogue. Astarion is an anti-hero with a selfish and sadistic nature who also possesses a mysterious and charming allure with the possibility of good. Game Rant recently spoke with Astarion actor Neil Newbon about playing the vampire companion andBaldur’s Gate 3’s romance and intimacy more generally, including the infamous bear sex scene that took the community by storm....

Baldur’s Gate 3is the long-awaited third installmentin theBaldur’s Gatefranchise. The game draws heavily onDungeons & Dragonslore and world to bring the tabletop experience to console and PC gamers alike. This means there are a lot of deep mechanics and ways to interact with the world that aren’t necessarily covered in the tutorials. Certain classes can learn new spells as the character levels up. Everyone has limited spell slots, and certain spells are restricted to specific classes....

Batman: Arkham Cityis such an impactful game that it is easy to overlook how nonsensical its plot is at arm’s length. The fact that an enormous supervillain compound would be built for criminals to wreak havoc in as their own playground is absolutely absurd. That said, there are a couple narrative twists in the game that are memorable, and what Rocksteady brought to the table withBatman: Arkham Cityin terms of gameplay has clearly inspired each open-world superhero game that has followed it in more ways than one....

Bungie launches a new Twitter account that will serve the role ofDestiny 2Community Manager after one of its most-known managers left the company at the end of 2022. Multiple people will run this new account that will directlyshare the weekly TWABDestiny 2Community posts, share game updates and other notices, and harvest feedback from members of the community on Twitter.Interacting with the community is a delicate and necessary tool for video game developers....

Going blind into a CRPG is more often than not a brutal experience. They’re some of the oldest types of RPGs in the genre and their rules, as well as gameplay, was meant to be a digital mirror of tabletop games. Thus, they’re more complex.Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteousis no exception. It’s one of the latest heavyweights in the constantly maturing CRPG sub-genre. RELATED:Dungeons & Dragons: Homebrewed Playable Races You Should Try It doesn’t help thatWrath of the Righteousdoesn’t want to hold the players' hands....

Diablo 2: Resurrectedis the upcoming remaster of the 2000 action-RPGDiablo 2, developed by Blizzard Entertainment. The new title will not only contain a graphically-updated version of the original game, but will also incorporate the Lord of Destruction expansion pack.Diablo 2: Resurrectedpromises to return players to one of the most popular titles in theDiabloseries, and some of most fondly-remembered classes. There are seven playable classes inDiablo 2: Resurrectedat launch, ranging from the brutal Barbarian to the unholy Necromancer....

The ongoing battle betweenDark and Darkerstudio Ironmace and Korean publisher Nexon has had another interesting development, with a $500,000 GoFundMe campaign meant to supportDark and Darker’s legal battle being deleted within an hour of its creation. Although the GoFundMe page was deleted, Ironmace doesn’t appear to be giving up in its struggle againstNexon. The legal drama between Korean studio Ironmace and Nexon can be traced back to August 2021, when a Nexon employee known as “Leader A” was caught leaking assets for a project with the working title “P3”....

Based on a fan-made video featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft fromTomb Raider, Deepfake technology looks like it will just keep getting more and more believable with each passing day. Every time a new video comes out, it feels as though everything behind it has advanced several years since the last. Moral and legal issues aside, it’s always pretty darn fun to watch, especially when a master flaunts their expertise....

Yesterday was the first night of Gamescom 2020, and as part of the proceedings,Doom Eternalgot a release date forpart 1 of its upcomingAncient GodsDLC. That still leaves part 2 of the DLC as somewhat of a mystery, however, an interview with executive producer Marty Stratton has provided a release window forAncient Godspart 2. Doom Eternalfirst released in March, as the fifth main game in the long-runningDoomseries. Meanwhile, the teaser trailer forDoom Eternal’s first DLCAncient Godsdropped at the beginning of August, with a full trailer (and release date) only just going up yesterday....

The Prime Video animated series,The Legend of Vox Machina,is a fantasy adventure that has thrilled fans all over the world. Based on the first Dungeons and Dragons campaign of theCritical Roleweb series, the show features a team of misfit heroes who take on everything from vampires to dragons, to massive hangovers. With its blend of exciting drama and adult humor,The Legend of Vox Machinaencapsulates the TTRPG experience at its best....