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This year’s Game Awards were stacked with major announcements, and the first look atThe Witcher 4brought a jaw-dropping cinematic trailer to audiences. In this new chapter, Ciri takes on the protagonist role, continuing Geralt’s legacy. Based on the announcement trailer,The Witcher 4brings a more mature and skilled version of Ciri into the spotlight, promising a fascinating new story. The eerie atmosphere ofThe Witcher 4’s first sneak peek makes it clear that CD Projekt Red has more harrowing monster encounters in store for players....

Despite being an immersive multiplayer stealth game at its core, the playable characters from the newly revealedThick as Thievesseem to take more after some of Marvel’s heroes and villains, like those seen recently inMarvel’s Spider-Man 2. As part of its announcement during 2024’s The Game Awards,Thick as Thievesshowcased key details ranging from stealth-based gameplay to multiplayer functionality. However, the game’s small if not diverse roster of playable characters seemingly offers players more than different gameplay styles, as each appears to have been influenced by several different Marvel characters....

Summary AMarvel Rivalsplayer has calculated how much money it will take to buy all the items in the in-game store, and it’s certainly not pocket change. Although the total may be a lot of money to spend on video game cosmetics,Marvel Rivalsfans have noted that it’s not an unexpectedly high number for a free-to-play game. Marvel Rivals features 33 characters, giving players much flexibility regarding their playstyles. The developers also released an assortment of cosmetics for the characters, including iconic appearances from Marvel films and comics....

After escaping jail withEzandUzra’s captain, players will make their way through the Valley on theAncient Mountain Pathto the Outskirts ofVibra Royal Capital. Here, they will come across Ez’s workshop, where one of Ez’s foster brothers will inquire about theDimengeonmachine players possess. This interaction triggers theTrue Dimengeonside quest, which involves several steps across different areas. Completing thisJRPG side questrequires a bit of exploration and interaction with various NPCs. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to complete the side quest and claim the rewards inFantasian Neo Dimension....

Summary Popular Twitch streamer Cinna is quickly racking up the views after showcasing their impressive cosplay of Squirrel Girl fromMarvel Rivalsduring a recent stream. In the short few weeks that the free-to-play title has been out for,Marvel Rivalshas quickly gained immense popularity in the online gaming community, so much so that several high-level cosplays have made the rounds on the internet, including Cinna’s Squirrel Girl cosplay. Launched globally on December 6,Marvel Rivalsis a free-to-play third-person hero shooter game which utilizes Marvel’s extensive roster of characters, with 33 currently available....

Well-known content creator Valkyrae is returning toTwitchon January 8 after five years of exclusive streaming on competitor platform YouTube. Rachell Hofstetter, better known as Valkyrae, began streaming onTwitchin 2015 and experienced a jump in her popularity a few years later for playingFortnite.Around this same time, she joined the gaming organization 100 Thieves and began doing livestreams with other established personalities like Pokimane, Sykkuno, and PewDiePie. After five years growing a loyal audience on Twitch, Hofstetter announced that she had signed a two-year streaming contract with YouTube....

Quick Links As you defeat enemies inNieR: Automata, you’ll earn XP and level up. Leveling up is one of the ways you may increase your base stats and make your characters stronger, helping you take on the stronger machines you’ll face as you progressthrough the various stories. Your level and stats earned from your level will carry over across all characters, so it’s always worthwhile to level up as those bonuses will always apply....

Summary Xboxfans should check their messages, as Microsoft is handing out free $5 gift cards. The promotion comes as the big Xbox Countdown Sale continues to bring great deals to ring in the new year. While the sale happens every year, it seemsXboxis going the extra mile this time around and spreading the holiday spirit through extra spending cash for lucky gamers. TheXbox Countdown Sale 2024 runs through January 2, with deals across the Microsoft Store for Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and PC titles....

Summary Sega andYakuzadeveloperRyu Ga Gotoku Studiohave announced two brand-new titles at The Game Awards 2024, including a brand-new entry in the veneratedVirtua Fighterseries, and a completely unique open-world game. WhileRyu Ga Gotoku Studiois best-known for theYakuza/Like a Dragonfranchise of games, the studio has been brought on to help revive Sega’s classicVirtua Fighterfighting game series. Alongside the first look at a brand-new entry in the long-running series, the studio also gave fans a teaser trailer for a game that is very different from the typicalLike a Dragonfare....

While many likely became familiar with the game through its remake which has made it onto remaster collections in recent years,Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memorieswas originally released as a bold departure from the first game in the series. Launching on the GBA in 2004, this narrative bridge leading intoKH2featured a completely overhauled approach to combat restricted to a 2D plane. Although it was later updated to be much more in line with the presentation of the rest of the franchise,Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memoriesretained a charm that was never properly replicated....

The gaming industry is set to have a massive2025. In the first few months alone, gamers can expect a newAssassin’s Creed,Civilization 7,Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2,Monster Hunter Wilds, andAvowed, and that’s just the highlights of what’s to come in February. Long-awaited sequels likeGrand Theft Auto 6andMafia: The Old Countrybring forth other major names scheduled to round out the year, making2025a thrilling year for gamers. Whilethe roster for 2025 is stacked, there is actually an interesting parallel happening with past releases....

Summary Open-world gamesare famous for offering players a lot of versatility in terms of the choices they can make, the weapons and armor they can use, and the NPCs that they can encounter for various side quests along the way. While some titles can feel overwhelming, otherslet players take it easyand enjoy the ride. Unlike other genres, open-world gamesoffer unique gameplaythat, in many cases, players of all ages can enjoy. That said, even with so many options available to both players and developers, sometimes risks have to be taken to deliver an unforgettable experience....

Gaming laptops have become increasingly affordable in the past few years as they become more viable alternatives to desktop PCs for one’s gaming needs due to more powerful chips being offered for mobile gamers and increasing efficiency in play for modern CPUs and GPUs. This raises the bar considerably both in terms of performance and value for money for gamers and while most gaming laptops tend to push well past the $800 mark, there are exceptions now and then that often significantly outperform their peers in both segments....