Great FPS Games With Free-Form Level Design

Summary First-person shooters are a broad and varied genre, covering everything from the run-and-gun style of old-school titlessuch asDOOMto twitchy multiplayer games such asCall Of Duty. While modern FPS titles tend to be geared toward multiplayer play, a somewhat recent resurgence of old-school design inthe indie scenehas brought level design back to the forefront. More specifically, these games champion free-form level design that emphasizes non-linear exploration and elevates player agency. While this open-ended design may more often than not rely upon a lock-and-key structure, some of these games manage to break free of the norms....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 741 words · Lynn Ruiz

HBO’s Harry Potter Series Will Include A Character Who Got Cut From The Movies

Summary There are already eightHarry Pottermovies released from 2001 to 2011. However, one fan-favorite character didn’t make it onto the big screens, but they will be featured in the upcoming TV series adaptation on HBO. Harry Potterhas many adorable characters aside from the main lead and titular character. Among the beloved characters are Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Severus Snape, the twins Fred and George Weasley, Dobby, Ginny Weasley, Albus Dumbledore and more....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 556 words · Alicia Meyer

Helldivers 2: Why The Illuminate's Force Fields Make All the Difference

Helldivers 2has seen a recent threat from the previous game make a grand return.The Omens of Tyranny updatehas brought back the Illuminate, an enemy faction that uses advanced technology and numbers to take down anyone who stands in its way. Players who have tangled with the latest addition to the game will notice its units utilize force fields, allowing them to be as aggressive as they are. The added layer of protection that the Illuminate utilizes is why some fail to complete their missions, and why the faction should not be ignored....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 754 words · Tonya Haley

Honkai: Star Rail's Room Should Be The Tip of the Iceberg

After many requests from fans,Honkai: Star Railfinally added a customizable room for Trailblazer on the Astral Express. Unlike the other crew members' rooms, this one is spacious enough to fit a lounge, gaming room, bathroom, and more.Honkai: Star RailVersion 2.7 also introduces an extension of the Astral Express called the Party Car, where players can access Trailblazer’s room. The Party Car is essentially the bar area of the Astral Express, which is watched over by adrinksmith robot named Shush....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 687 words · Carl Graham

Horror Games With The Best Safe Modes, Ranked

Summary For those who prefer their scares without the constant threat, easy or adventure modes offer a more lighthearted jaunt through, quite often, heavily story-driven settings. In horror games, the central mechanic often involves escaping or fighting off a dangerous entity. From ghosts and zombies to creatively horrifying monsters like those inFive Nights at Freddy’sorPoppy Playtime, these threats heighten tension by putting the player’s survival on the line or making resources scarce....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 754 words · Dave Fields

How To Craft a Slurp Launcher in LEGO Fortnite

Quick Links Players diving intoLEGO Fortnite Odysseycan explore a diverse array of islands, each featuring vastly different worlds. From the Floating Islands of the Lost Isles to the Imperial Hideouts of theStar Warsisland, many adventures await in this expansive open-sandbox game. Of course, each island presents its own threats, calling for players to be prepared. Whileobtaining higher rarity lootand stockpiling useful resources is one way to prepare, players must also ensure they are in top shape by bringing healing items with them wherever they go....

July 13, 2025 · 2 min · 330 words · Matthew Hall

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: Where to Find the Discarded Key in Gizeh

Quick Links Indiana Jones and the Great Circlebrings all the action and adventure from the popular film franchise to PC and consoles. Machine Games has made a unique game that correctly captures the feeling of swinging across a chasm with Indy’s whip or solving puzzles in an ancient tomb. It was also released on day one as part of Game Pass Ultimate subscriptions. you’re able to explore the large and wide-open sections of the game, like Gizeh....

July 13, 2025 · 2 min · 394 words · Reginald Love

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle’s Cut Location Explained

Summary MachineGames’Indiana Jones and the Great Circleis undoubtedly an expansive game, taking players to historical locations like the Vatican, Cairo, Sukhothai, Shanghai, and the Himalayas, and letting them run free in one of the most authenticIndiana Jonesgaming experiences ever made. Each locale inIndiana Jones and the Great Circleis intentionally designed to pique players' curiosity and make them want to discover its secrets, whether they’re a casual adventurer or seasoned explorer. Unfortunately, with a game asambitious in scope asIndiana Jones and the Great Circle, there will always be sacrifices to make before the development process is finished....

July 13, 2025 · 5 min · 1056 words · Robert Bowers

Marvel Rivals Guide for Playing Hulk

Quick Links The IncredibleHulkis one of theVanguard heroes inMarvel Rivals.He is a powerfulVanguardwho can lead the team to victory without breaking a sweat. However, he is also a complex character who requires fine-tuning before players can get the hang of it. That’s why we’ve created this guide with all the tips, strategies, best team compositions, and details about Hulk’s abilities. This article also contains a lot of insight into the different game modes and the role Hulk can play in them, as well as the best strategies to counter the Emerald Giant....

July 13, 2025 · 9 min · 1884 words · Justin Nielsen

Marvel Rivals Players Take Issue With Spider-Man Uppercut Hitbox

Summary Spider-Man’s uppercut attack inMarvel Rivalsis leaving some players confused and upset, as its hitbox seems to extend far past the end of the web-slinger’s physical reach. WhileMarvel Rivalsis proving to be a popular hero shooter nearly three weeks since its launch, Spider-Man’s uppercut is just one of the moves causing players to ask NetEase for some rebalancing efforts. Playing as Spider-Man inMarvel Rivalsisn’t easy, as the development team has purposefully made him one of the most difficult heroes in the game to master....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 714 words · Holly Wilson

Marvel Rivals Releases Winter Event Update

Summary Marvel Rivalshas just released a festive new update ahead of its upcoming Winter Celebration event. So far, the game has been a smashing success since its full release on December 6, reaching over 10 million players worldwide on Steam in just the first 72 hours alone. Much of the appeal ofMarvel Rivalslies in its mix ofOverwatch-style multiplayer shooter gameplay and a diverse roster of Marvel heroes and villains, which runs the gamut from big names like Iron Man and Captain America to lesser-known characters like Luna Snow and Jeff the Land Shark....

July 13, 2025 · 4 min · 680 words · Marie Henry

Marvel Rivals: Adam Warlock Hero Guide

Quick Links Marvel Rivalshas a stunninglylarge roster of heroesthat range from simple fun to challenging but worth when learning how to master. Adam Warlock is part of the latter, as he can be one of the best members of the team who can turn the tides in a fight, but he can be an absolute detriment if you take a wrong step. Adam Warlock’s Ultimate is a unique tool with the ability to clutch victory from the jaws of defeat, and he has powerful healing and damage potential that can keep your team going throughout the fight....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Christie Davis

Marvel Vs. Capcom Infinite Gets Major Player Count Spike

Summary Thanks to the release of a brand-new fanmade mod,Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infinitehas gotten a big player boost on Steam.Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infiniteis a crossover fighting game that once again pits Marvel Comics' superheroes against some of Capcom’s legendary figures. While the return of the iconic crossover franchise was greatly anticipated,Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infinitewas fraught with a very troubled development. Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infinite’s rosterwas limited to certain Marvel characters who were already iconic or were set to be a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, with certain Fox-owned characters like the X-Men being outright barred....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Stephanie Brown