The Case For and Against Mario Kart World Adding 200cc

The following contains spoilers forMario Kart World. It’s undeniable that speed is the name of the game with kart racers; they’re called racers for a reason. While not every fan of the genre has a “gotta go fast” urge, the more intense speed leads to better challenges. In some games, it also gives out better unlockable rewards. For the longest time,Mario Karthas offered three speed settings with 50cc, 100cc, and 150cc....

July 11, 2025 · 4 min · 648 words · Tracy Booth

The Core Four Was Scream's Worst Idea & I'm Glad Scream 7 Is Moving On

Summary Final girl Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) was the compelling focal point of the first fourScreammovies, and I’m thrilled thatScream 7is bringing her back. I’m also glad about another big change: instead of a new storyline involving the Core Four characters, only two are returning.Scream (2022)introducedsmart sisters Sam (Melissa Barrera) and Tara Carpenter (Jenna Ortega)along with twins Chad (Mason Gooding) and Mindy Meeks-Martin (Jasmin Savoy Brown).The horror sequel has gone through many changessince it was first announced, and while there’s a huge cast,only Gooding and Savoy Brown are reprising their roles....

July 11, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Ryan Hicks

The Tanjiro Scene Demon Slayer’s Creator Wanted to Delete

Summary Quick Links While many fans are excited to watch the first of the threeDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arcmovies soon, others are turning to the previous anime seasons to revisit Tanjiro’s journey. He has come a long way since he became a demon slayer, but he’s not going to stop anytime soon, especially now that he has the perfect chance ofdefeating Muzan and his demonsonce and for all. Without a doubt, Tanjiro has some of the most amazing scenes inDemon Slayer, as he wields his Nichirin Blade against demons over and over again....

July 11, 2025 · 5 min · 955 words · Michael Hunt

Thunderbolts* Has Finally Beaten Another MCU Ensemble

Summary Thunderbolts*isn’t waiting for its third weekend in theaters before showing who’s boss to another MCU ensemble,Eternals. In less than three weeks, the latter’s entire domestic run is now beneath the former’s. Thunderbolts*—orThe New Avengersas Marvel Studios now calls it—opened with $76 million across three days in North America, on the higher end of $70-$75 million projections. It’s a debut on par withShang-Chi and the Ten Rings($75 million) andEternals($71 million), both laden with mid-tier characters....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Joe Anderson

Warhammer 40K Fans Can Claim a Free Game This Week

Summary Fans of turn-based strategy can pick up a free copy ofWarhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of Warfrom Good Old Games. Developed by Proxy Studios and published by Slitherine Ltd.,Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of Warfirst launched on PC in 2018, pitting multiple factions in a war for dominance over the planet of Gladius Prime. Recent years have seen a huge resurgence for Games Workshop’s flagshipWarhammer 40,000brand. Where once, only a handful ofWarhammer 40Kgames could be found, now multiple titles across various genres seem to launch each year....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Geoffrey Williams

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Adds Day-One Game From Famous Japanese Designer

Summary Xbox Game Pass Ultimateusers can start playingTo a Tas part of their membership starting today, May 28. The day-one release marks the 15th addition to Microsoft’s subscription service in May 2025, and the 60th overall newXbox Game Pass Ultimatetitle this year. To a Tis the latest title from Uvula, an indie studio co-founded by famous Japanese game designer Keita Takahashi, best known as thecreator ofKatamari Damacy. Described as a narrative-driven adventure,To a Tputs players in the shoes of a 13-year-old boy whose body is permanently stuck in a T-pose....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Audrey Morris

6 Best Grand Strategy Games That Don't Have Complicated Mechanics, Ranked

Summary Grand strategygames are really fun and have lots to offer to those who love the genre. Players cansink hundreds of hours into grand strategy games, as they offer limitless possibilities, and often, different ways to resolve conflicts either through warfare, economic approaches, and even diplomacy. Mostgrand strategy games offer a lot of freedomand let players decide which pathway they wanna take during their gameplay. Others might not be as complex, but still offer multiple factions, territories and nations to take advantage of and craft an unforgettable experience....

July 10, 2025 · 4 min · 720 words · Brett Dyer

A Severance Video Game and Two Potential Spin-Offs Could Be on the Horizon

Summary Severanceseason 2 may have only ended a few months ago, but it seems as though the strange and psychological world of Lumon is only just getting started, as the show’s executive producer Ben Stiller would love to introduce aSeverancevideo game, as well as a couple of spin-offs. The mysterious Apple TV show’s season 2 finally arrived after a long three-year, nail-biting wait, and, as predicted, it had fans just as confused and on the edge of their seats as its first season....

July 10, 2025 · 3 min · 551 words · Elaine Casey

All Elden Ring Nighreign Editions and Differences

Quick Links Elden Ringis one of themost popular and celebrated games of all time, and its many fans are eager to get back into the world of the Lands Between with the release ofElden Ring Nightreign. A multiplayer-first spinoff,Elden Ring Nightreignuses assets from bothElden RingandDark Soulsto create an original, expedition-based roguelite that follows the same basic progression formula that FromSoftware pioneered. As isstandard for many high-profile game releases,Elden Ring Nightreignoffers an upgraded Deluxe Edition for players to purchase....

July 10, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Danielle Wade

Anime That Change Genres Partway Through

Summary Watching an anime that has represented itself as one thing and then switches things up can be a very jarring experience and sometimes pretty funny too. There are some shows that draw a watcher in with a supposed premise and then pull the rug out from under them. When anime does this, it could make for a remarkable experience. It can also go oh so very wrong, but when it is done well, it can elevate the anime to new heights....

July 10, 2025 · 5 min · 856 words · Jenny Santiago

ARC Raiders and Battlefield 6 Are Cut From the Same Cloth

Summary It’s been very interesting seeing theARC Raidersalpha recently, as it’s hard not to see the positive response it garnered and not think ofBattlefield 6. Many long-timeBattlefieldfans will likely be aware of theARC Raidersdeveloper Embark Studios’ history. Many of its staff were employed by DICE who worked on successful titles such asBattlefield 4,1, and5. There is certainly shared DNA between Embark and DICE, but there’s a lot going on that makes these two studios cut from the same cloth....

July 10, 2025 · 5 min · 1010 words · James Fernandez

Assassin's Creed Leaker Teases Female Protagonist, Witch Trials, and 'Dark, Haunting Tone' for Codename Hexe

Summary A notableAssassin’s Creedleaker has revealed several interesting details about the upcoming title in the series,Codename Hexe. AlthoughAssassin’s Creed Hexeisn’t expected to release for a long time yet, fans may have their first idea of what to expect thanks to one individual. Assassin’s Creed Hexewas first announced in late 2022, although details were sparse about the game. With all the series' focus in recent times onAssassin’s CreedShadows, any potential news onHexehas been very limited....

July 10, 2025 · 2 min · 337 words · Amy Rogers

Best Bonus Skins from Fortnite’s Battle Passes

Ever since Chapter 1 Season 4,Fortnitehas provided Mystery Outfits for players to obtain through unique methods in theFortniteBattle Pass. Each Battle Pass has had a secret skin associated with it, whether it’s been aFortniteoriginal or a collab from another franchise, providing players with some truly epic outfits for their locker. With these mid-season challenges, players can get outfits like no other. Whether it’s a secret skin or a bonus outfit, most of the best skins inFortniteactually come from Battle Passes, so why not look back across 7 years ofFortnitehistory to see the best secret skins that have featured so far?...

July 10, 2025 · 4 min · 839 words · Michael Moore