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There was a time when most people derided horror games as jumpscare fests that don’t have any redeemable qualities. The genre took a while to shake off this reputation, with some of the most atmospheric and riveting video game experiences stemming from thehorrorgenre. From action-packed games where players can defend themselves against numerous monstrosities to tense horror titles where players must run away from the threats that chase, there’s no shortage of varied games in the genre that fans can try out....

It should come as no surprise to FromSoftware fans that the studio has a fondness for the long-running mangaBerserk, which has served as a clear inspiration for everything fromDark SoulstoSekiro: Shadows Die Twice. This year’sElden Ring Nightreignis no different, clearly channeling the gruesome, brutal, and emotional energy of the lateKentaro Miura’s magnum opus. But whileNightreignis relatively sparse in the plot department, it’s actually surprisinglyBerserk-like in many ways. Minor spoilers forBerserkahead. To understand whyElden Ring Nightreignis likeBerserk, it’s worth giving a quick overview of the latter....

Summary A reputable insider has teased a potentially imminent official confirmation ofPlayStation’s rumored June 2025 State of Play presentation. Sony usually hosts a summer livestream to givePlayStationfans a glimpse into which games they can expect for the latter half of the year, and it appears this pattern will soon be repeated. Back in February, Sony held a State of Play to set the tone for 2025. The broadcast featured notable third-party games likeBorderlands 4,Directive 8020,Hell is Us,Tides of Annihilation, etc....

Ever since the originalUncharted, Naughty Dog has demonstrated how essential side characters and NPCs are to its winning formula of successful games. NPCs have been profoundly imperative during in-game narrative beats and stealth/combat encounters; for example, Ellie being with Joel for almost the entirety ofThe Last of Ussaliently establishes the bond between both characters while also allowing her playable chapter in the wintertime to land far more significantly by the time players reach it, not to mentionLeft Behind, a somberLast of UsDLC dedicated to Ellie....

Quick Links Elden Ring Nightreigntakes place in Limveld, a transitory land within the world of the originalElden Ringgame. With each new run that players take on, the world changes, and players will need to work together (or run through solo) to survive the night and beat the final boss. Due to the games being set within the same universe, many players are wondering if they need to have the originalElden Ringgame to playElden Ring Nightreign....

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2will be shown at a Czech film festival next month in the form of Warhorse’s new “Cinematic Cut” of the game’s cutscenes. One of 2025’s biggest RPGs,Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2released earlier in the year to immense critical acclaim, vastly outselling the 2018 original in a matter of weeks. The RPG epic sits at an 89 on OpenCritic and is currently a top contender for Game of the Year....

Summary Nintendo has released a new update for its popular PvP gameTetris 99, allowing players to pick up previous event themes for 30 in-game tickets—though a translation error made it seem as if players could sell back themes to get tickets. Update 2.5.0 is a pretty small patch, only adding this new option for players while introducing some adjustments toTetris 99’s gameplay. Tetrishas a storied history in the video game industry, starting in the Soviet Union with the original title released in 1984....

Summary Mario Kart Worldis shaking up the formula for Bob-ombs by changing how they work in a couple of ways. It’s one of the many ways thatMario Kart Worldis changing what fans have come to expect fromMario Kart 8 Deluxeand its predecessors. Mario Kart Worldis a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2, and to set it apart fromMario Kart 8 Deluxeon the Switch, it’s made a number of adjustments to how the game works....

Nintendo releases a new update forMario Kart World, addressing a variety of bugs and other odd issues that are impacting the player experience. It’s been a massively strong start for Nintendo and its Switch 2 console, breaking sales records and putting launch games likeMario Kart Worldin the spotlight. Despite the popularity and success so far, many fans would agree thatMario Kart Worldis missing some popular features from previous games. One of the more obvious ones is the lack of a 200cc mode, whichMario Kart 8eventually added post-launch in a free update....

Summary Given the size of the story, Marvel’s Avengers movies often involve a lot of juggling. That is going to be the case withAvengers: Doomsday. The fact that Marvel Studios recently delayed the release of the movie is proof of that, as they’re dealing with a lot of moving parts to ensure that it meets people’s expectations. Avengers: Doomsdaywill have a huge cast filled with some of the biggest names in the Marvel Cinematic Universe....

Summary Marvel Cosmic Invasionhas unveiled two more playable heroes at Summer Game Fest 2025: Rocket Raccoon and She-Hulk. Dotemu, the publisher behind nostalgia-fueled beat-em-ups likeTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revengeand the upcomingNinja Gaiden: Rebound, announced a new Marvel sidescroller back in March.Marvel Cosmic Invasionsees Earth threatened by the evil Annihilus and his alien legions, prompting some of Marvel’s greatest heroes to jump into action. There will be 15 playable heroes inMarvel Cosmic Invasion, with seven of them revealed in the game’s initial launch trailer....

As Mojang continues improving the realism ofMinecraftthrough updates, experimental snapshots, and content drops, various changes ranging from cloud designs to world generation could inspire new features that could help the game reach new heights. While it has since been revealed that Vibrant Visuals will now be included in Mojang’s larger Chase the Skies drop alongside the likes of Happy Ghasts and player locator bars, there could be some hidden potential in a few of its smaller changes toMinecraft....

Flowers in game development are traditionally for aesthetics, but in the case ofMinecraft, its vibrant flora can do more than decorate—they power dyes, brews, and more. With 17 distinct flowers scattered across its biomes, some ofMinecraft’s blooms are must-haves, while others are purely decorative. Since inventory space can be famously limited (and flower hunts can take a long time), prioritizing high-value petals can make playthroughs easier in terms of crafting and exploration....