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Within the last four years especially,Doomhas made what is easily one of the best comebacks in video game history. After a twelve year hiatus, id Software, alongside Bethesda Softworks, returnedDoomto its former glory in a tremendous way. Although, before the arrival ofDoom (2016)there was apparently a fourth mainline installment in the works that ultimately got scrapped in favor of the 2016 title. Doom 3was the last game in the series to release beforeDoomwas revitalized in 2016....

Fandom crossover is no new thing for mainstream properties and brands, but rarely does it ever leave the realm of memes and general discussion. That said, when talented fans really put their skills to use, they can produce some truly remarkable examples of creative fan expression. One fan, in particular, has shown off their own interpretation of a crossover betweenStar WarsandPokémonthat has to be seen to be fully appreciated. The work comes from Ry-Spirit, an artist who regularly posts video game and movie-related fan-art based on beloved geek properties....

Cobra Kaimade the move from YouTube to Netflix after its second season, and with the move came a larger cast, and more extravagant fight scenes every season. The show has done a great job at building on the rivalry started in the very firstKarate Kidmovie through those new characters and fights. Every season adds a new layer to the burgeoning friendship and respect between Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso. Of course, not every epic fight scene in the series features Johnny or Daniel....

Summary Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumblewill include Axel, one of the four original drivers fromCrazy Taxi, in its roster of playable characters.Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumblewill be the 22nd release in its franchise’s history when it debuts this summer, and its roster of guest stars keeps expanding in the lead-up to June 25. Sega has a long history with theMonkey Ballfranchise. The first game was an arcade-only hit that was released in 2001, but less than three months later, Sega quickly followed it up with a Japanese console version,Super Monkey Ball, which was released globally in 2001 and 2002....

Taiwanese psychological horror gameThe Bridge Curse: Road to Salvationwill be making the move to console sometime later this year. When it launched exclusively on PC in August 2022, the first-personindie gamequickly became a common sight on various “let’s play” YouTube channels and has since maintained a “Very Positive” review rating on Steam. Thesurvival horror game is based on Asian folklore, introducing intrepid players to the Taiwanese urban legend about a creepy ghost that has haunted the Tunghu University campus bridge for decades....

From all of the updates and content that Gameloft keeps bringing in, it is clear thatDisney Dreamlight Valleyis here to stay. Aside from free updates likeThe Pumpkin King Returns, there is a staggering amount of new stuff available for players who purchase the first expansion,A Rift in Time. Eternity Isle includes a bunch of new biomes, characters, and quests to keep players engaged and entertained for many hours to come....

Dwarves have been a stapleof fantasy worlds for a long time. Details can vary between different media, but certain aspects remain consistent. Usually, they are about half the size of a human, often sporting very long and thick beards. Many stories show them living in a culture of industry or craftsmanship, working as miners or blacksmiths. When fighting, they are often associated with heavy weapons like battleaxes and hammers. RELATED:Dungeons and Dragons: Easiest Classes For New Players...

Looks like fans will have to wait a little longer before the DC hierarchy of power to change. For those who don’t know, Dwayne Johnson’sBlack Adamhas been delayed to later on in the year, whileDC League of Super-Petswill be takingBlack Adam’s initial release date in the summer. Black Adamis the upcoming anti-hero/villain film that will follow one of DC’s most powerful characters. This is also Johnson’s long awaited live-action comic book debut in the ongoing DC live action universe....

Elden Ringtransports players to a daring fantasy landscape in the form of The Lands Between, a place filled with menacing creatures and magical items. Like many other titles from FromSoftware,Elden Ringchallenges players to practice their skills and search for powerful weaponry. One of these powerful weapons,theIcerind Hatchet, is hidden deep within The Lands Between and can be incredibly helpful for players embarking on their own dangerous adventures. Since it was released,Elden Ringhas seen massive coveragefrom the media....

Everdream Valleyis an upcoming farming adventure game that follows a main character who has come to stay at their family’s farm over the summer. Developed by Mooneaters and published by VARSAV Game Studios,Everdream Valleywill allow players to rebuild their grandparents' farm, grow crops, and experience nightly dreams that let players embody different farm animals and complete unique challenges. Marek Maruszczak, the CEO of Mooneaters and lead game designer ofEverdream Valley,recently spoke to Game Rant about various aspects of the game, including the quests, characters, and animals that players can expect to encounter....

Ultimate Weaponshave been a staple of theFinal Fantasyseries since the early nineties and so it should come as little surprise to learn that they also show up inFinal Fantasy 10. There’s one for every party member, although rather than Ultimate Weapons, they are instead referred to as Celestial due to their connections with the solar system. They’re still every bit as powerful though, albeit with a few frustrating conditions attached....

Summary TheFinal Fantasyseries endures as one of the most popular video game franchises of all time, spawning multiple games, shows, movies, and everything else players can think of. The fact that this series still captures a large space in the gaming industry is indicative of how legendary this series really is, witheach title featuring engrossing gameplaythat spans hundreds of hours. Final Fantasycan be pretty obtuse with its side quests at times, including the many secrets that players can find in the game....

Persona 5, like most JRPGs, shares a lot of DNA withDungeons & Dragons. While it’s obviously not a one-to-one comparison, the Phantom Thieves still harbor many of the core tenents ofD&Dcharacters: they level, they manage items & resources, and they can form unique bonds between each other (similar to tabletop players in a campaign!). RELATED:10 Video Games that Would Make Great D&D Campaigns Which of course begs the question: what would each Phantom Thief be classed as inD&D?...