Death Stranding 2 Includes Surprising Melee Weapon

Summary Death Stranding 2: On the Beachwill let Sam Porter Bridges use a surprising melee weapon that has already been featured in the game’s previous trailers, known as a “battle guitar.” The sequel to 2019’sDeath Strandingwill finally launch on the PlayStation 5 on June 26, and will pick up with Sam and Fragile trying to reconnect the world like they did with the Cities of America in the first game.Death Stranding 2also introduces a few mysteries, like the disappearance of Lou, the shocking return of Higgs, and the secret behind Sam’s new ally, Tomorrow....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 402 words · Elizabeth Williams

Disney Dreamlight Valley Fans Need to Circle June 18 and July 9 on Their Calendars

Summary Disney Dreamlight Valleyhas announced its summer plans with the next big update, titled Mysteries of Skull Rock, available on June 18, advancing the story of The Forgotten and bringing Peter Pan to the game. An additional update forDisney Dreamlight ValleyExpansion Pass holders is planned for July 9, continuing the Storybook Vale storyline. The first half of 2025 has already brought two big expansions to the cozy, Disney-branded life simulator, featuring the addition of some familiar faces....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 633 words · Michelle Lopez

Disney Dreamlight Valley: Complete Dreamlight Parks Fest 2025 Guide

Quick Links The fan-favorite annual Dreamlight Parks Fest event has returned inDisney Dreamlight Valley. It started on May 28 and will be available untilJune 17. In Dreamlight Parks Fest 2025, players bring the magic of Disney parks right into their valley. Players can win many stellar rewards, including new furniture items to decorate the valley. If you participated in the previous Dreamlight Parks Fest event, you might be familiar withsome of the duties....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 352 words · Michael Vasquez

Doctor Who Ratings Continue To Plummet Amid Cancelation Rumors

Summary Doctor Whois a beloved television show that has existed in some form since 1963. While there have been some breaks, it has remained a popular part of pop culture. However, throughout the past year, there have been plenty of rumors about the show being axed, and with no third season being confirmed at this point, neither the BBC nor Disney has done much to dispel them. Still,Doctor Whohas pushed on with its second season, with Ncuti Gatwa taking on the titular role....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Tyler Hansen

EA Game Shutting Down on December 12

EAhas confirmed thatFIFA 23servers will be shut down on December 12.EAspecializes in sports games that feature real-life athletes and licensed soundtracks. While this is ideal for when the games first come out, it also means that every sports game from the company is on a timer. At some point, the games will be delisted, and their online multiplayer servers will be shut down. It’s always sad whenever a game loses significant features, effectively making it impossible to enjoy them in their intended state and keeping players from unlocking certain achievements and trophies....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 364 words · Julie Rogers

Fallout 76: Why You Should Build a New CAMP in Season 21

Alongside the start of Season 21, and several balancing changes that will shake up the endgame meta,Fallout 76’s next major update will be introducing fishing. This timeless activity inFallout 76will be something that both new and returning players can take part in when the update arrives sometime in June 2025. While the theme of Season 21 hasn’t yet been revealed, recent leaks forFallout 76claim that the Season 21 SCORE rewards track will feature rewards related to fishing....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 502 words · Nicole Smith

Fantastic Four Marvel Legends Figures are Up for Preorder

Marvel movieshave been in a bit of a slump as of late. Box office numbers have been down, but it only takesthat oneproject to get the hype levels back to the status quo. Recent reports indicate that Marvel’sThe Fantastic Four: First Stepshas a chance to be a special project, both criticallyand financially. If that ends up being the case, you can bet that theseMarvel Legends Series Fantastic Four Series figureswill be popular and sell out fast....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 538 words · Maria Smith

Fantasy Life i Is Getting Free DLC

Summary Developer LEVEL5 has announced free DLC forFantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Timetitled “Update the World!”Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Timehas only been available since May 21, but the studio has wasted no time in announcing new content for the game, givingFantasy Lifeiplayers a reason to keep living their Lives. The sequel to the originalFantasy Life,which released for Nintendo 3DS in 2012, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Timeis a life simulation RPG that has players alternate between 14 different vocations, or Lives, to explore and uncover the secrets of a mysterious island in Reveria....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Kristine Barnett

Fire Force: The Significance of Benimaru's Flaming Matoi and the Asakusan Send Off, Explained

Summary Quick Links TheFire Forcestory is one filled with religious themes. The Sol Church is one example, where most firefighter companies report to, and they have many religious practices that aren’t just used for worship but are applied while executing humans who had turned into infernals in the story. Company 7 was unique, they had their customs asthey weren’t followers of the Sol Church. The author of theFire Forceseries borrowed elements from Japanese culture during the Edo period....

July 24, 2025 · 4 min · 739 words · Jake Odom

Games That Embraced Inclusivity and Diversity

Summary Inclusivity and diversity, including gender diversity in games, and cultural authenticity, have become some of the most talked-about (and polarizing) topics in video games. Whether it’s excitement about bridging cultural gaps that should never have excluded people in the first place with inclusive game design, the discourse around the cynical corporate rainbow-washing in an attempt to grab ever-larger audiences, or angry (but very vocal) minority scapegoating the most vulnerable in society, the conversation is almost impossible to ignore....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 929 words · Mrs. Diane Holland

Genshin Impact Leaks Spiral Abyss for Version 5.7

Summary Details about the upcoming Spiral Abyss inGenshin Impacthave leaked, with Version 5.7 promising to have a somewhat easier endgame than previous updates. Despite not having a map expansion, Version 5.7 is set to debut two newGenshin Impactcharacters, a game mode, and the next chapter of Dainsleif’s storyline. While it will be a dry patch in terms of Primogem income, it should keep players entertained until Mare Jivari opens its doors in Version 5....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Robin Harvey

God of War’s Surprising Development Story Proves One Classic Adage True

2018 was a great year for gaming, but even as masterpieces likeRed Dead Redemption 2andMarvel’s Spider-Manjostled for the spotlight, the soft-reboot ofGod of Waris still considered the annum’s best in the eyes of many. There’s good reason for the game’s acclaim and cultural relevance, as it is among the best examples of how to reinvent a popular IP, withSony Santa Monicataking huge narrative and gameplay swings that wound up paying dividends....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 966 words · Jennifer Black

Grow a Garden: How to Get and Use Cosmetics

Quick Links Each update brings tons of new content toGrow a Garden, and The Farm Cosmetic Update is no exception. Now, players can customize their plots of land with various items. With these items, each player can create a unique garden, regardless of what plants they grow. However, it is worth noting that the method of obtaining them requires investing large sums of money. So, this guide will detail how to get and use cosmetics inGrow a Garden....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Erin Vincent