What Heihachi Mishima's Return in Tekken 8 DLC Could Mean for Tekken 9

While theTekkenseries has long been known for dramatic storytelling and characters that match the intensity of its gameplay, Heihachi Mishima has especially risen above the rest of the cast and served as an eccentric, recognizable mascot figure. His presence in the franchise is so pervasive that he has managed to return once again after the base game ofTekken 8was built upon the premise of him allegedly being dead for good. Now that future story developments seem set to place him in a villainous spotlight once again,Heihachi Mishima’s influence inTekkenwill probably drive the motivations of the next sequel’s roster....

June 22, 2025 · 4 min · 716 words · Brittany Nixon

What to Expect From Assassin's Creed Shadows in 2025

Assassin’s Creed Shadowsis the 14th mainline game in the long-running Ubisoft franchise and easily one of its most anticipated. Fans have been clamoring for anAssassin’s Creedgame set in Japanfor years, with the company itself teasing the setting as far back asAssassin’s Creed 3. Now, fans will be able to treat themselves with this historical setting come February 2024. TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise has changed a lot since its inception. The series was basically annualized at one point, then it wasn’t, and now Ubisoft is reportedly considering increasing itsACoutput even further....

June 22, 2025 · 5 min · 973 words · Jessica Hensley

What to Expect From the Final Fantasy Franchise in 2025

Summary There may not yet be a brand-new mainlineFinal Fantasyinstallment on the docket for 2025, but that doesn’t mean the franchise will be taking a breather backstage next year. In fact, 2025 is going to be a big year forFinal Fantasy, and there may be even more on the horizon that haven’t been revealed yet, so fans of the longstanding franchise should buckle up as the new year begins. From the critically acclaimedFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirtharriving on PCto a one-of-a-kind collaboration withMagic: The Gathering, 2025 is already packed with bigFinal Fantasynews....

June 22, 2025 · 5 min · 949 words · Andrea Beck

What to Expect From the Halo Franchise in 2025

2024 was a momentous year for Xbox’s flagshipHalofranchise andHalo Infinite. 343 Industries was restructured into Halo Studios with the nextHalogame announced to be powered by the Unreal Engine, the second season of Paramount’sHaloshow was released and was subsequently canceled thereafter, Master Chief briefly returned toFortnite,Halo 3: ODSTcelebrated its 15th anniversary,Halo 2celebrated its 20th anniversary, andHalo Infinitehad a new weapon added in the form of the MA5K Avenger. While 2024 may have had some low points and some high points for theHalofranchise, fans of the near-24-year-old sci-fi universe can expect more exciting things to come toHaloin 2025....

June 22, 2025 · 7 min · 1329 words · Aaron Wyatt

With Wind Waker and Twilight Princess HD Rumors, Another Zelda Port Would Complete The Trifecta

Fewer gaming franchises are more popular on the rumor mill thanThe Legend of Zelda. Being that it’s one of the most popular and beloved series in gaming - and one that has redefined gaming conventions more times than not - it’s no surprise thatThe Legend of Zeldais consistently in high demand. Whether it’s brand-new games or re-releases of classic titles, fans are constantly awaiting Nintendo’s next move with the series....

June 22, 2025 · 4 min · 764 words · Andrew Miles

15 Years Ago, Bayonetta Pioneered a Stylish Action Genre Mainstay

After making its initial mark on action games when it launched on June 27, 2025, in North America,Bayonettahas since earned the status as a pivotal moment in the subgenre it helped to coin. While the Character Action, or Stylish Action labels have come to have significant overlap with the mainstream offerings of the modern-day industry, the dramatic sense of flairBayonettabrought to the table wasn’t nearly as ubiquitous at the time. Apart from a commitment to edgy theming and fantastical combat, however, the innovative Witch Time mechanic may have become the most influential aspect of this title in the long run....

June 21, 2025 · 5 min · 971 words · Matthew Parker

Artist Designs Incredible Peni Parker Skin for Marvel Rivals

Summary A prominent artist took to social media to post an impressive new skin concept for Peni Parker that will be coming toMarvel Rivalsat some point in the future. NetEase Games recently celebrated the addition of 20 million players toMarvel Rivalssince its launch in early December. With so many players enjoying the game, more and more people have expressed excitement about upcoming characters and skins. Peni Parker is a major character within the Spider-Verse, and she plays the role of a Vanguard withinMarvel Rivals....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Charles Wood

Best AoE DPS In Honkai: Star Rail

Assessing a character’s prowess in dealing single-target or AoE damage inHonkai: Star Railmakes all the difference when deciding who to use in which game modes. For example, content such as the Memory of Chaos allows Hunt units inHSRlike Boothill and Feixiao to truly shines, but Pure Fiction demands characters who hits multiple enemies at once. As an opposite to Hunt’s single-target specialty, Erudition characters inHSRare some of the best in unleashing AoE damage....

June 21, 2025 · 5 min · 873 words · Richard Hensley

Best Cynical Protagonists In Isekai Anime And Manga

Summary Cynical characters in isekai animeand mangaare a recurrent trope in this genre, though not many of them end up as the true heroes of the story and sometimes, they tend to bemore aligned with the evil side. But, from all the cynics in isekai anime, there’s a list of the most cynical ones, and here they are sorted out following certain criteria, like true goals, attitude towards the world, and if they are still redeemable or have fallen to their cynical side....

June 21, 2025 · 5 min · 883 words · Joseph Robinson

Best Walt Disney World Rides for Thrill Seekers

Summary Walt Disney Worldisn’t just for fairytales and meeting characters—it’s a dream destination for thrill seekers, too. From traveling through space to braving a runaway train or stepping into The Twilight Zone,Disney’s parksare packed with rides that’ll get that adrenaline pumping. With Disney World being home to over 50 rides spread across its four theme parks—Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom—it can seem a bit overwhelming trying to determine which attractions are best for thrill seekers compared to family-friendly experiences....

June 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1587 words · Kelly Myers

Bethesda Might Have a Late Christmas Gift for TES Fans in January

Few RPG franchises are as revered asThe Elder Scrolls, an IP that is arguably responsible for the majority of Bethesda Game Studios' modern success and legacy. Fans are still eagerly, and somewhat wearily,awaiting more news aboutThe Elder Scrolls 6, but there may be some other series news to whet their appetites in the meantime. For a while now, there have been rumblings about a potential remake ofThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion, the 2006 entry that preceded the record-shatteringSkyrim....

June 21, 2025 · 3 min · 572 words · Evan Anderson

Black Ops 6 Dev Comments on Omnimovement in Future Call of Duty Games

Summary The development team forCall of Duty: Black Ops 6has recently commented on what the future holds for its newly-implemented omnimovement mobility mechanic. The new movement system—which allows players to execute movements like sprinting, sliding, and diving in any direction—seems to now be largely enjoyed by players after being considered divisive at launch. With players having had the time to get used to the new type of movement, many are wondering if the feature will remain in installments afterCall of Duty: Black Ops 6....

June 21, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Brian Brown

Blox Fruits: How To Find & Use Submarine Worker NPC

Quick Links Update 24 brought tons of content toBlox Fruits,including Berriesand new customization options. But in addition to this, the developers added a new mysterious place on one of the islands in the Third Sea. This guide will tell you how to find and use the Submarine Worker NPC inBlox Fruits. This mysterious NPC will tell you about exciting journeys in the depths of the Sea in thisRobloxexperience. But first, you need to get to him, which is quite difficult to do if you do not know where to look....

June 21, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Colleen Castro