Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Name Change for New 5-Star Character

Summary The recent beta build for Version 5.3 has updated the ID list for upcoming characters inGenshin Impact, changing the name of Kimitsuki Ayano to Mizuki. While the first half of Natlan has introduced some new additions to the meta, like Xilonen and Kinich, Version 5.3 is set to cap it off with Citlali and Mavuika. The former is a Shield Support capable of buffing Melt teams, while the latter is expected to be the strongest Pyro hypercarry inGenshin Impact– albeit at a cost to team flexibility....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Kristin Velasquez

Goat Simulator 3 Releases Superhero DLC

Summary Coffee Stain North, the Stockholm-based studio behind the incongruously-titledGoat Simulator 3, has released a new superhero-themed DLC dubbed the Super Duper Pack. The goat-powered chaos-maker that isGoat Simulator 3was released in 2022 to mixed reviews and lower sales than its predecessor, but that hasn’t stopped it from attracting a dedicated audience nonetheless. Despitethe originalGoat Simulatorrecently getting a remaster,Goat Simulator 3has been consistently offering up fresh content for the newer title, with the Super Duper Pack bringing the DLC total to four since the core game’s release....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 564 words · Edward Martinez

Great Strategy Games That Aren't Match-Based

Strategy games are often best suited to multiplayer environments and match-based skirmish modes, be it the often short and snappygames ofStarCraft 2or the lengthy sessions associated with the 4X genre. However, within this varied genre are several titles with more open-ended structures. Be it a level-based structure that rewards experimentation, an open-world sandbox, or a design that revolves around a lengthy campaign, there are many experiences on offer. The lack of a match-based structure doesn’t necessarily mean a longer format, but many of these games are designed to be played over a number of sessions....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 788 words · Robert Long

Hell's Paradise – Jigokuraku Reveals Season 2 Release Window

Summary Hell’s Paradise – Jigokurakuwon the hearts of viewers with its spectacular animation and riveting story. The anime debuted in 2023, but MAPPA did not provide too many updates regarding the next season. All of that changed on Jul 05, 2025, during the Jump Festa. During the event, MAPPA revealed that Hell’s Paradise – Jigokuraku would get another season, but the release window was a bit disappointing.Hell’s Paradise – Jigokuraku season two willbe released in January 2026....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 407 words · Victoria Sullivan

Hi-Fi Rush Sequel Gets Encouraging Update

Summary Tango Gameworks has confirmed that aHi-Fi Rushsequel is “positively” under consideration at the studio. 2024 was a bit of a rollercoaster for Tango Gameworks, but theHi-Fi Rushdeveloper is finally in a stable place under the ownership of South Korean publisher Krafton. After shadow-droppingHi-Fi Rushat Xbox’s inaugural Developer Direct in January 2023, Tango Gameworks accrued widespread critical acclaim for its highly creative rhythm brawler. Many consideredHi-Fi Rushone of the best games to launch in 2023, but this year brought about shocking news....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 705 words · Alison Jones

How Erenshor's SimPlayers Make It A Believable 'Single Player MMO'

At first glance,Erenshor’s description sounds like an immediate contradiction: how can an MMORPG be single-player? Plenty of single-player games borrow MMORPG elements, and there are single-player titles likeKingdoms of Amalurthat began as MMORPG projects, but few games can be adequately described as “single-player MMORPGs.“Erenshoris a unique case in that it doesn’t merely borrowMMORPGgame mechanics, it also simulates the genre’s defining social component. At the foundation ofErenshoris its SimPlayers: as the name suggests, these are simulated players that convey the illusion of being part of atight-knit MMORPG server....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 720 words · Alexander Davis

How Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Nails Its Cinematic Combat

Summary MachineGames was aiming for a truly authenticIndiana Jonesexperience withIndiana Jones and the Great Circle, and it turns out that players got that very thing. While much of this authenticity is summed up in the developer’s efforts to makeIndiana Jones and the Great Circle’s version of Indyas true to the original as possible, the game’s authenticity still flows all the way down to its effective reflection of the combat often seen in anIndiana Jonesfilm....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 692 words · Brian Smith

How Long to Beat Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghana

Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghanais a part of thelong running line ofYsgames. This game is a re-release for the PS5 and Nintendo Switch, based onYs: The Oath in Felghana—which was released more than a decade prior for Windows and the PlayStation Portable. That’s not all.Ys Memoire: The Oath in Felghanaserves as a remake of the third mainline entry,Ys 3: Wanderers from Ys— which was released back in 1989. All of whichtell an interconnected storyline....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 512 words · Kevin Brooks

How to Build a META Colorless Deck in Pokemon Pocket

Quick Links Pokemon Pocket’s Mythical Island mini-set might be why some players are exploring colorless decks. The expansion introduced powerful cards like the new Pidgeot ex and Tauros, which seem like solid choices for deck building. However, the challenge remains, as colorless Pokemon still struggle to be the star of a lineup—though they’ve always excelled as support characters. This guide uses the latest additions toPokemon Pocketto overcome those pitfalls and createthe most META-relevant colorless deckpossible....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 382 words · Robert Wilson

How To Get The Gauss Gun Early In Stalker 2

Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobylfeatures a wide variety of weapons for players to use against emerging threats in the zone. Most weapons are slight variations of popular guns players have already used in other FPS shooters. However, the Gauss Gun not only looks unique but comes with a unique mechanized reloading animation and packs a huge punch. Althoughyou will eventually get the Gauss Gunas you progress through the story, here’s a quick way to secure one early from Pripyat....

May 26, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Cynthia Thomas

How To Get The Mantis Claw In Hollow Knight

InHollow Knight, many areas are not accessible until players unlock certain skills that they can find throughout Hallownest. Whether it is the Mothwing Cloak, The Monarch Wings, the Crystal Heart, orthe Mantis Claw, there are always new things to discover and new areas to explore through said discoveries. By gaining access to new places,you can find various Charms, additional bosses, and different challenges that keep the game interesting. The Mantis Claw allows you to latch onto surrounding walls to make your way up any narrow opening where two opposing walls can be used for a quick ascension....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Charles Morgan

How to Level Up Quickly in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete

Quick Links Unlocking more animals requires you to raise your Camp Manager Level inAnimal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete. By level 76, you should have every animal in-game except for the animals locked to Villager Maps. Leveling up gets trickier as your level grows, so you’ll want to be consistent with requests and speak to visitors at your campsite/cabin to farm as many friendship points as you can. Another motivator for leveling is its perks, as it’s a surefire way to obtain Leaf Tokens and expand your inventory space....

May 26, 2025 · 4 min · 809 words · Michael Haas

How to Unlock Agnes in Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete

Quick Links When you level inAnimal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete, you’ll sometimes unlock several animals that can potentially be invited to your campsite or cabin. Agnes is one of the 12 pigs you can meet in-game. If you’ve been consistent with leveling, then you should have Agnes unlocked in no time. However, like every other animal inPocket Camp Complete, you’ll need to craft the requested furniture and have the right friendship level before she joins your campsite/cabin....

May 26, 2025 · 3 min · 545 words · Jonathan Cardenas