Every Twitch Controversy of 2022 So Far

Twitchis a major streaming platform most widely recognized for its gaming content, with over 30 million active daily users according to a report by EarthWeb. However, in recent years,Twitchhas expanded its reach beyond the gaming community following an increase in interest for streamers who are just chatting, playing music, sharing art, and more. With so many categories and an abundance of different content, it can be difficult for any one person to keep up with the controversies that inevitably come with a cornucopia of content creators and large audiences....

May 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1111 words · Zachary Carson

Final Fantasy 16 May Have Hidden a New Eikon in Plain Sight

Final Fantasy 16is the next upcoming main entry in the franchise, one that got a lot of buzz at reveal. A timed PS5-console exclusive, it generated a lot of hype based on its franchise as well as the exciting trailer. It gave fans their first looks atDominants and Eikons, where the former serve as hosts for powerful deities used as summons. Players have seen Shiva, Phoenix, and Titan in some form or another, with Shiva and Titan facing off in a battlefield....

May 19, 2025 · 4 min · 788 words · Andre Ward

Fire Force: Most Powerful Members Of The White-Clad, Ranked

Fire Forceis great series with an interesting and unique story. Equally unique, are the characters. Each of them has a weird trait that make one wonder if they have a screw lose, and yet the anime maintains a serious tone most of the time. Among these unique characters are the white clad, the most mysterious organization in the anime yet. RELATED:The 15 Strongest Anime Characters of All TimeTheir goal is to once again set the world ablaze in another Great Cataclysm....

May 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1242 words · David Mendez

Genshin Impact 'Teapot' Explained

The Teapot inGenshin Impactwas first introduced in the 1.5 update. Also referred to as the Serenitea Pot or the Realm Within, this special item allows players to design a small world with different buildings, decorations, and other such furnishings. It’s also possible to invite other players into the Teapot. As a Gadget-type item, the Serenitea Pot is non-consumable and is primarily used to access the player’s home. Since its release in update 1....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 638 words · Mary Lewis

Genshin Impact: 10 Most Annoying Characters, Ranked

Just as there are attractive and charismatic characters inGenshin Impact, there are also irritating ones. This is part of what gives the game harmonic dynamics, and makes seeing them a fun experience. A character’s annoying nature might be due to a mannerism, a personality trait, or even the way they look. RELATED:Genshin Impact: The Best Builds For Lisa That isn’t to say players should avoid these characters inGenshin Impact. If anything, players ought to get them for the color they bring to the world of the game....

May 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1144 words · Chelsea Lewis

Genshin Impact: Fatui Pyro Agent Locations & Farming Route

Quick Links The Fatui Pyro Agent is part of the Fatui family alongside the Cicin Mage and The Mirror Maiden inGenshin Impact. His job is to collect debts and take care of any problem that may hinder the debt-collecting process. Defeating a Pyro Agent rewards players with multiple drops inGenshin Impact; the rarity of the drop depends on the enemy’s level. The Hunter’s/Agent’s/Inspector’s Sacrificial Knife is used to upgrade weapons while the Recruit’s/Sergeant’s/Lieutenant’s Insigniais also used for leveling some characters....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 400 words · Jason Martinez

Genshin Impact: How To Drain The Water And Get The Kory Drum(Awakening’s Real Sound)

Awakening’s Real Sound quest inGenshin Impactrevolves around the Kory Drums. After noting five Drum Scores to play the instrument, players must find the other three Drums; Pyro, Hydro, and Electro. The Pyro Drum has a fire-related trial whereGenshin Impactplayers must light up all the bright flame altars, while the Hydro Kory Drum demands people to drain the water in the Trials of Submerged Waves. Once the water is drained, simply follow the quest marker to collect the Kory Drum....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Javier Conley

Genshin Impact: How to Increase Adeptal Energy Rank

A significant new feature implemented inGenshin Impact’s1.5 updatehas been the new housing system. While the feature has been well received byGenshin Impactfans, learning the various intricacies of the system can be somewhat of a hurdle. One of the main methods thatGenshin Impactplayers are able to gauge how well their realm is operating within the housing system is via the Adeptal Energy Rank. Not to be confused with the Trust Rank- which gauges player’s relationship with Tubby- the Adeptal Energy Rank can be viewed in the Trust Rank hub underneath Highest Adeptal Energy....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 435 words · Andrew Ryan

God of War Fan Gets Incredible Tattoo Based on the Franchise

A gamer has taken to the internet to show off their fresh ink inspired byGod of War Ragnarok. The impressively well-done tattoo is a fantastic tribute, which highlights the level of passionGod of War Ragnarokhas instilled in its biggest fans. With critics and gamers weighing in, it seems clear that Sony Santa Monica delivered an absolutemasterpiece inGod of War Ragnarok.Since its November 2022 release, the gamehas been credited with numerous awards and accolades, including six wins from the 2022 Game Awards....

May 19, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Tiffany Salas

Hades 2 and Blasphemous 2 Share a ‘Bonk’ Build Ethos

Summary Hades 2’s early access has so much content already that even in the first 10 hours of playing it wouldn’t be surprising to hear if the full game had launched. There’s so much for players to do and so many interactions between characters to initiate that it seems as ifHades 2wouldn’t need nearly the same amount of time to bake in early access as the original, but it’s still great to have it out and available to the public regardless....

May 19, 2025 · 5 min · 919 words · Michael Andrews

Hogwarts Legacy’s Open World Could Lay the Groundwork for Future Harry Potter Games

Hogwarts Legacyis an action-RPG inspired by many other open world games of the same kind, but in many ways it is also inventive and nuanced enough to not simply adhere to what its IP is known for. Much of the open-world Highlands is far off from the actual castle, for example, and many ofHogwarts Legacy’s Ancient Magic mysteriestake place in a visually distinct location, but it still has fantastic roots in Hogwarts and Hogsmeade with all the iconography fans could want from it....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 574 words · Andrew Bailey

Hollow Knight: Silksong's Game Pass Release Will Take it To The Next Level

Team Cherry’sHollow Knight: Silksongbegan life as an expansion for the popular 2017 release, which promised to feature a second playable character in its original Kickstarter campaign. AfterSilksongwas revealed to be its own adventure in 2019, the first major gameplay showcase debuted during the Nintendo Treehouse livestream that E3, leaving fans to assume Nintendo Directs would house more announcements going forward. That’s whyHollow Knight: Silksongappearing in 2022’s Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcasewas a real surprise....

May 19, 2025 · 3 min · 575 words · Troy Jones

Horror Games Set Within A Warzone

At their best, horror games force us to confront our worst fears. They immerse us interrifying nightmareworlds and challenge us to survive. From being hunted by unstoppable monsters, haunted by ghostly apparitions, or stalked by a psychotic killer, few genres illicit emotion like horror games can. Horror video games will also often tackle serious issues, from childhood trauma, to addiction, mental health, or grief. Some of the most effective games dealing with these issues are set during wartime....

May 19, 2025 · 5 min · 976 words · Amanda Matthews