The Next Animal Crossing Can Capitalize on Disney Dreamlight Valley's Latest Controversy

Summary A golden opportunity for the nextAnimal Crossinggame may have just been born fromDisney Dreamlight Valley’s recent controversy. While the news may not be game-ending, it’s still likely to have a significant impact on the game’s future. As one of the premier cozy gaming properties on the market,Animal Crossingcould be in a prime position to benefit fromDreamlight Valley’s announcement.Disney Dreamlight Valleyhas been a strong contender in the genre since it was released, largely thanks to Disney’s library of popular IPs....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 631 words · Sheryl Rivera

There's a Hidden Pokemon in the Sword and Shield Expansion Pass Trailer

As expected, fans ofPokemon SwordandPokemon Shieldfinally get another look at the upcoming expansionsIsle of ArmorandThe Crown Tundra. Not only did the trailer show off more of the returning Pokemon, including theGalarian variants of the legendary bird trioMoltres, Zapdos, and Articuno. Surprisingly, the trailer also featured new gameplay from The Crown Tundra and eagle eyed fans think they may have potentially discovered a brand new Pokemon. While the latestPokemon SwordandShieldtrailer was only posted on its Japanese channel, it was still chock full of information for all players to enjoy....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Michael Burke

This Stained Glass Window Based on Animal Crossing's Fauna Is Beautiful

Summary AnAnimal Crossingplayer crafted a piece of artwork out of stained glass based on the villager Fauna. Gamers love making artwork inspired by Nintendo’s popular life sim, bringing many of the characters that can be found in the series to life. Players have made incredible works ofAnimal Crossingartcelebrating the beloved franchise that many fans can enjoy. TheAnimal Crossingvillager Faunawas introduced to the series inNew Leafand was also featured inNew Horizons. She is a young deer who loves to read and gets along with everyone....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 597 words · Alex Carr

Why One Hollow Knight Boss Got Its 'Special Treatment'

Released in 2017 to critical acclaim,Hollow Knightquickly became a cornerstone of the indie gaming scene. Its success stemmed from several factors, but a key element was its fascinating cast of bug-like creatures and ensuing boss battles. Curiously, even though there areover 150 enemies inHollow Knight, the developer reserved special attention for one foe in particular. Team Cherry, despite being just a three-person team, demonstrates exceptional quality and dedication in its work....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 777 words · Brittany Hammond

Why UFC 5 Should Include a Few WWE Superstars

The recent shock announcement ofUFC 5has sent the franchise’s community into a frenzy, with a more detailed reveal of the title being expected for this September. While a lot of potential news can still break for the game, the in-game roster for the release is one of the largest points of interest. Of course, it is expected thatUFC 5will boast a range of the most recognizable fighters from the combat sport, but the title should look to other rosters to truly bolster its playable characters....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 593 words · William Harding

Will Valorant Skins Carry Over From Beta?

While Riot Games has previously confirmed thatValorantwill not haveloot boxes, there are certainly a variety of cosmetic items for players to purchase with real world money in this new shooter. Specifically, these purchasable cosmetics areValorant’s weapon skins, and indeed players can obtain them during the game’s beta period. As such, some fans may be curious ifValorantskins will carry over into the official release if they are purchased now, and this guide will address exactly that....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Victor Neal

Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Wish List

When looking at the slate of games that released this generation, very few managed to make as much of animpact asThe Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.Landing on the Switch as a launch title, it has since become one of the most revered titles in modern video games, and while Nintendo might not stray from its library of iconic family franchises very often, it’s still got what it takes to hang with the most innovative releases of today....

June 21, 2025 · 9 min · 1717 words · Craig Patel

12 Best Xbox Launch Titles Ever

Microsoft recently revealed theXbox Series X’s price and release date, with the next-generation console launching on November 10 for $499. Anyone interested in getting an Xbox Series X console on launch day will want to make sure that they pre-order as soon as they can when pre-orders go live on September 22. In the meantime, the reveal of the Xbox Series X release date was accompanied by a number of launch titles being confirmed for the next-generation system as well....

June 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1253 words · Elizabeth Klein

5 More Battle Royale Games Worth Your Time (& 5 To Avoid)

The battle royale genre has boomed after the past few years.PlayerUnknown’s Battlegroundsstarted the whole craze, although it was never the first battle royale game. Since its surge in popularity, a slew of games has entered the landscape. Games such asFortniteandApex Legendshave done a successful job of standing out and creating names for themselves. RELATED:10 Awesome Battle Royale Games That Aren’t Fortnite Of course, not every battle royale game can be successful....

June 20, 2025 · 6 min · 1096 words · Kenneth Fields

8 Fun Medical Simulation Games

Simulation games are some of the most fascinating games for beginner and advanced gamers alike. Players can explore brilliantsim games with great loreas well as all kinds of immersive and educational sims that’ll help gamers of all ages understand the human body better and learn about viruses and hospitals while also providing a wholly entertaining gaming experience. RELATED:Sci-Fi Games Inspired By Star Wars These fun medical simgamesare not only for hardcore gamers but also for those who love more casual games or like to have fun playing with thecutest pet sim gamesbut are looking for something with a bit more substance....

June 20, 2025 · 5 min · 1020 words · Christina Romero

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Cow Villager Breakdown

With over 400 villagers that are eligible to live on the player’s island, it is difficult to meet every single non-playable character inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons. Of course, some animals are more popular than others, which is the case for the cats in the game, given that the two most popular villagers in the entire franchise areRaymond and Ankha. However, there are of course other species of animals that are often overlooked given the focus on the most popular ones....

June 20, 2025 · 4 min · 737 words · Scott Johnson

Anthem Director Leaves BioWare

The majority of BioWare’s games have been met with acclaim from critics, but the studio has struggled in recent years. WhileDragon Age: Inquisitionwas a big hit, earning numerous Game of the Year awards in 2014,Mass Effect: Andromedawas not nearly as well-received, and 2019’sAnthemwas a flop. BioWare had plans to reviveAnthem, but it abandoned those plans to focus on its other upcoming games. And nowAnthem’s game director, Jonathan Warner, has left the studio....

June 20, 2025 · 2 min · 385 words · Edward Jones

Best Arc Aspects In Destiny 2

Summary Destiny 2Guardians can become a current of Light, with Arc being a subclass that allows players to move faster and amplify their abilities to a literally shocking degree. Whilst Arc may not be the greatest subclass inDestiny 2, it still features some pretty powerful Aspects that will help players run a competent enough build to push through some harsh activities, whether that’s in PvP or PvE. Enemies are in for an electrifying surprise if players use the bestDestiny 2Arc aspects, harnessing the very power of the Light to cause a great bout of elemental damage, and even chain up some fierce kills againstthose who side with the Witness, or perhaps an allegiance even darker than that....

June 20, 2025 · 5 min · 992 words · Brandon Steele