Summary Final Fantasyis one of Square Enix’s most lucrative properties. It wasn’t always a cash cow, but eventually, it became a huge deal with the advent ofFinal Fantasy 7. That may be the most popular game in the series, and it has received a remake. Well, two of the three parts have been finished to this point, as it is an ambitious project. There have been smaller remakes and remasters in the series, likeFinal Fantasy 4on the DS....

Summary Difficulty has been a hot topic of conversation surrounding the Soulslike genre since its very inception. The genre’s original pioneers,Demon’s SoulsandDark Souls, were both renowned for their high level of challenge, boasting standard enemies that could kill the player in just one or two hits, exceptionally tough boss fights, and brutal environmental traps, all of which worked masterfully with the games' motifs of unforgiving fantasy worlds, and all of which rewarded the players who could master the mechanics and overcome the challenge....

Even as Square Enix releases a variety of other noteworthy games,Forspokenfeels special. Its creative use of magic as the dominant means of fighting is a major selling point, setting it apart from other big-budget action RPGs in a major way. Its story is a significant selling point too. InForspoken,players follow the story of Frey Holland, a young woman from New York City who was magically spirited away to a world called Athia, where she discovered her magical talent....

Chapter 2 ofForspokenis called Stuck and introduces players to some of the more magical elements of the game. It’s here that players will get their first taste of combat, as well as their first few glimpses of the wonderous world of Athia: the beautiful and cruel land in which most ofthe game’s main story chapterstake place. RELATED:The Most Immersive Open World Games When it comes to length, players can expect to spend around 40 minutes or so on Chapter 2 ofForspoken, though this may vary a little depending on the difficulty setting that they’re using and how much time they dedicate to exploring....

The clock is ticking to giftLord of the Ringsfans one of the largest LEGO sets ever released in time for the holidays. Released in late 2022, the incredible recreation of the Elf refuge of Rivendell is by far the biggestLord of the Rings-inspired set LEGO has ever produced. In fact, at over 6,000 pieces, it’s one of the 10 biggest LEGO sets ever made and is available at a great price at Amazon right now, with options to deliver well before Christmas Day....

Summary A worker at Google might be behind a series of major leaks involving games developed byNintendoor coming to its platforms. TheNintendoleaks involve Google employees' access to YouTube, its video streaming and hosting service. Leaks and rumors have always been a problem for the game industry. Leaks of upcoming releases can upend a carefully calibrated marketing plan, while more serious leaks involving business information or privileged data can even affect investor confidence or a company’s relationships with partners and press....

Summary God of Warbrought the Norse arc to a thrilling crescendo withRagnarok, leaving many players to wonder where the story will be headed now. Following the events ofRagnarok,God of Warhas left the road ahead of Kratos and Atreus wide open with possibility. However, one of last year’s most exciting releases happened in the form of a surprise-free expansion forRagnarok. The Valhalla DLC gave Kratos some long-awaited closure in accepting himself, and this could actually be hinting at where the franchise is heading....

It has been confirmed thatHalo Infinitewon’t be released until 2021,which disappointed many fanswho were expecting the game to launch this year. Moreover, much of the game’s story remains a mystery, but it appears that players can get a glimpse ofHalo Infinite’snarrative, long before its release sometime next year. This window intoHalo Infinite’sstory will be through the new book calledHalo: Shadows of Reach,which is scheduled to release on October 20th and is said to provide some “connective tissues” that will link it to the upcoming game....

Given the more flexible nature ofHearthstonecompared to other games, players can go wild with fast and loose deck builds to gain superiority in any game mode. This is evidently the case with the game’sWild Mode, which essentially allows players to build decks out of any cards in any set - removing the usual restrictions of the Standard Mode format. As a result, players can become no-holds-barred when making decks that just become deadly as soon as the first turn....

Despite being several years old, theOverwatchfan base continues to share entertaining and unique clips of their best plays or strange moments that happen in their matches. Recently, anOverwatchplayer shared a particularly memorable video that sees them messing with a toxic opponent, and it should get a smile out of many viewers. Toxicity inOverwatchis as frustrating as it is in any other game, and sadly, it is also prevalent. As such, everyone that has tried the game has likely run into a rude teammate or enemy, with said players damaging the experience of playing the hero shooter....

Honkai Star Rail, the 4th installment of theHonkaiseries, startedits global simultaneous release onApril 25, 2023. Much like theHonkaifranchise’s previous titles, this game also focuses on puzzles, mysteries, and side quests. One of which is the trash can Belobog quest; players are heavily rewarded for completing the mission. This one is a bit hidden among the list of initial quests to complete, as it requires players to explore the Belobog to initiate it....

Horizon Forbidden Westintroduced players to new tribes, with a heavy focus on the Utaru of Plainsong and various Tenakth clans across the west. However,Horizon Forbidden Westalso brought the Quen into the picture, providing players with a tribe more advanced than any met previously. While the Quen are mostly featured near the end of the game,Forbidden West’s Burning Shores DLC will expand upon their culture and tribe, which may be especially beneficial for Aloy in terms of improving her technology....

There aren’t many film series in which a single character has the ability to rack up an extremely high kill count, especially for the first feature in a franchise. However, Keanu Reeves' portrayal of “retired” hitman John Wick is evidence of a character who is focused, precise, and ready to fight at a moment’s notice. Aside from horror villains like Jason Voorhees, Freddy Kruger, and Michael Myers (who each have a respectable kill count), as well as action legends Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger (the Rambo pictures and Commando are examples of films in which a lot of bad guys get satisfying deaths), what makesJohn Wickstand out amongst action characters and killers is his effortlessness and his unique skill set when it comes to taking on several enemies at once....