Summary A new leak suggests that Epic Games is considering bringing some more old maps toFortnite’s popular Reload mode, including some fan-favorite ones from Chapters 2-5, which might feature areas such as Jungle Biome and other urban locations. Epic Games' formula of bringing back old maps toFortnitehas turned out to be quite successful so far, and it seems like it will be extended to other game modes, as well. It’s been an eventful year forFortnitefans, with tons of exciting events taking place in the game....

Summary Squid Gameentered itssecond season with sky-high expectations. The first season wasa runaway successfor itsmix of dark humor, trenchant commentary, and surprisingly brutal violence. With all the hype, creator Hwang Dong-hyuk had a seemingly impossible task with his return: to give audiences all the elements that made the first season such a sensation, without falling into repetition. The answer, it seems, was to split the difference. Season two ofSquid Gamebrings the brightly-colored brutality while telling a story that focuses less on the games and more on the characters trying to survive them....

Destiny 2gamers and those looking for a brand-new headset might have a compelling reason to upgrade thanks to an ongoing deal for both, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7P and 7X Wireless headsets - that is, if you would consider it in theDestiny 2: The Final Shape Edition trim. The deal offers a massive 52 percent off, effectively slashing the MSRP for the headset to half while offering a limited-edition take that looks arguably better than the original design....

The life simulation gameTales of the Shirealready plans to include many aspects of J. R. R. Tolkien’s iconic hobbit community: shared meals, cottage-core decoration, lovingly maintained gardens, and much more. But there is another area in whichTales of the Shirecould pay homage to the originalThe HobbitandLord of the Ringsnovels: humor. Although Tolkien’s books are not often thought of as funny, they contain many often unacknowledged moments of humor, especially in scenes predominantly featuring the hobbit characters....

While continuing its legacy through ongoing full mainline releases,Final Fantasyhas also managed to make the most of its relationships with other franchises. Taking particularly well to the fighting game genre, the appearance ofClive Rosfield inTekken 8is the latest collaboration that introduced a Final Fantasy character. With only one other series rivaling the dynamic he’s reinforced, there’s significant promise in Clive making it to the nextSuper Smash Bros.title. The addition of Cloud Strife and Sephiroth inSmashhas roughly aligned with their reappearances in theFF7 Remakegames, butTekken’s use of even more recent protagonists has made its Square Enix crossovers more timely than those found in the recentSuper Smash Bros....

Summary Tetris Forever, which features a collection of severalTetrisgames from the past, has announced the addition ofWelltristo its ranks. First released in 1989,Welltrisis the sequel toTetrisand was co-designed byTetriscreator Alexey Pajitnov. Developed by Digital Eclipse,Tetris Foreveris the third game documentary in theGold Master Serieswhich focuses on some of the most groundbreaking games in the industry’s history. The compilation packs an array of titles from the long-running puzzle game franchise, ranging from the first-everTetrisversion built for the Electronika 60 to an original game calledTetris Time Warp....

Even in 2024, over seven years after its release, theNintendo Switchis still one of the best consoles available, and its enduring legacy is even further emphasized in the amount of anticipation surrounding the next Nintendo Switch console, which will reportedly be announced very soon. Until then, theNintendo Switchcontinues to stand tall as a massive achievement in console design, and each year, it continues to prove itself worthy of being picked up....

Summary Speculative fictionis a niche genre that exists in the gray areas between alternative history, science fiction, and experimental writing. Role-playing games that include speculative fiction often feature apocalyptic settings, steampunk elements, or dark humor. MostRPGshave some elements of speculative or experimental fiction, for both video games and TTRPGs, but fewer video games make it a dominant part of their setting or plot. It often takes extra work to build a realistic world based on a type of fiction that doesn’t have any set rules, which is why it remains a niche genre....

Summary Side characters are an important part of every animeseries, and the most relatable ones of them are deeply engraved in the fans' memories because they deeply resonate with them, and generate empathybeyond that of those pesky main charactersprotected by plot armor. This list spotlights some of the most relatable side characters in anime. From a master tactician who uses the power of his mind to outsmart his foes (when he is not lazying around) to a schoolboy ousted from the classroom at the behest of a capricious and jealous teacher....

Summary Quick Links Dandadanis a manga and anime that has a strong fanbase and following, with many enjoying the mixture of comedic moments with the supernatural. The show features quite a few popular characters as well, including Okarun, Momo, Seiko Ayase, Aira, and many more. These characters form a team as theywork to stop aliens and Yokaifrom getting into human society and hurting others. However, one thing that remains elusive to a lot of fans is the origin of the title ofDandadan....

When thinking of stealth video games,Thiefis probably not the first franchise that will come to most gamers' minds. The series has, after all, largely faded into obscurity over the last several years. The franchise’s most recent game, 2014’sThiefreboot, was critically panned and commercially unsuccessful, which thus caused it to go on an indefinite hiatus. Things weren’t always this bad forThief, though. Back in the day, it was a pioneer of the stealth genre and a source of inspiration for many iconic video games....

Summary There’s a lot to love about theScreamhorrorfranchise, andhopefully,Scream 7will deliver all the laughs, scares, and epic legacy character moments that fans want to see. Although Ghostface can be goofy in some scenes, this iconic villain is also genuinely scary, especially since they wereso violent inScream 6. Since another Ghostface is going to force themselves into Sidney Prescott’s (Neve Campbell) life, it’s clear that she can’t avoid the threat of death forever, and others in her life are also in danger....

To progress inUFL, players need to dedicate time and effort, earning various in-game currencies along the way. These currencies can be used strategically to streamline the improvement process and build a stronger squad. Given thatUFLfollows a free-to-play model, understanding how to maximize your earnings and use each currency effectively is essential to gaining an edge over your opponents. With that in mind, here’s everything you need to know aboutUFL’s currency system, including details on each type of currency and how to earn them....