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Summary Recent datamining on theGenshin Impactbeta reveals a rather steep difficulty for the Stygian Onslaught, a new endgame mode that will require a level of investment that most players will be unable to meet. The Spiral Abyss and the Imaginarium Theater are the current endgame modes inGenshin Impact, but HoYoverse is planning to add another one to the mix in Version 5.7. Whereas the Imaginarium Theater allowed players to borrow each other’s characters, the Stygian Onslaught will seemingly allow them to team up together, at least for the first few chambers....

Quick Links The NYTMini Crosswordis the perfect short butsatisfying puzzlefor those who want a quick brain workout. It’s designed for a fast solve, offering just the right amount of challenge without a major time commitment. While the clues appear pretty straightforward, they often come with clever twists that keep you on your toes in the most delightful way. If you need a little extra help to solve the puzzle today, this guide offers gentle nudges to jog your memory....

Summary TheNintendo Switch 2is reportedly being sold at a low wholesale price to Japanese retail stores. This is one of several moves that Nintendo has taken to ensure that theNintendo Switch 2will have a successful domestic launch. As the birthplace of Nintendo and many of the world’s other largest video game companies, Japan holds a special place in the wider gaming industry.The original Switch was hugely successful in Japanand it looks like Nintendo is trying to replicate that popularity with its successor console....

TheNintendo Switch 2is the fastest-selling home video game console of all time and has nearly eclipsed the Steam Deck in sales despite the latter having been out for over three years at this point. While many predicted that theNintendo Switch 2would be a smashing success, it’s safe to say that the console has still defied expectations. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been a record-breaker, not just for Nintendo, but for the industry at large....

Summary With over 250 quests included in the game, fromOblivion Remastered’s main quest to the various side quests and missions themed around the DLC contents, it’s hard to pinpoint which of these one should prioritize over others and why. Aside from rewards, access criteria, and the possibility of leveled loot, players may want to complete or at least approach certain questlines or single quests over others based on a roleplaying factor....

Summary AnOblivion Remasteredvideo has highlighted the change in design of Cyrodiil’s monsters compared to the original game. WhenOblivionlaunched in 2006, it was an instant success for Bethesda –selling over 3 million copies by January 2007. It catapultedThe Elder Scrollsfranchise into the mainstream and set the stage forSkyrimto become one of the most popular video games of all time.Oblivion Remastered, in a roundabout way, has tapped into the magic of classic Bethesda and became an even bigger success than the original title....

Summary The Final Saga of One Piece is in full swing. Oda started the Final Saga with the Egghead arc, which featured some of the most prominent names inOne Piece. Following its conclusion, the Straw Hats went to Elbaf, the home of the Giants. There are many characters in the Elbaf arc, and each of them has unique traits, but not all of them have the same level of importance. The roles that the characters play in the arc determine their screen time....

The amount of attention surroundingGrand Theft Auto 6is unsurprising given the immense anticipation for the project, with the 12-year wait for the title hopefully soon coming to an end with its revised 2026 release date. With the two record-breaking trailers for the game showcasing both of the project’s protagonists, fans already have a good idea of what to expect fromGTA 6, although there is always a thirst for more. There is so much aboutGrand Theft Auto 6’s plans that remains unknown, with specific interest being shown to the game’s wider locations, online offerings, and core narrative....

Capcom’sOnimushaseries remains one of the studio’s more noteworthy franchises from its 6th-generation output. Originally intended as a Sengoku-era version ofResident Evil, the firstOnimushagame was essentially just that: a take onResident Evilwhere players got to step into the shoes of a samurai instead of law enforcement. Across four mainline entries and two spin-off titles, theOnimushaseries remained a relic of one of Capcom’s more experimental and boundary-pushing eras until the 2018 remaster of the original game in the series,Onimusha: Warlords....

Summary Having a whole world is nice on its own, but being able to share one with others is a fundamental human need. Video games recognize this by providing companions in their open worlds that not only make combat or quests easier but also put an interesting twist on the typical hyper-individualist power fantasy. Getting AI companions right isn’t easy, as most human beings have in-built hardware in their brains that throws out warning messages when they encounter something that appears to be human but doesn’t quite make it....

Overwatch 2has temporarily disabled Doomfist in Competitive Play due to a glitch allowing him to freely empower his Rocket Punch while at full ultimate charge. Though fans can expect the leader of Talon to return to Competitive inOverwatch 2once this bug is squashed, he is currently not playable in the format. Many heroes have changed dramatically over the years, with the most drastic ones taking place during the transition intoOverwatch 2in October 2022....

Summary Stadium is a bonus game mode inOverwatch 2that plays very differently from the main game. With a third-person camera view, unlockable abilities and stat modifiers, alongside a smaller pool of Heroes, Stadium may seem a little overwhelming at first, but it’s well worth getting to grips with, considering how much of a blast it is to play, especially when part of a coordinated team. However, it can definitely be tricky getting the hang of things for those first few games, which is why it’s always worth taking on board a few tips and tricks to be fully prepared for what’s to come....

Atlus is preparing for another major milestone in thePersonafranchise with the global release ofPersona 5: The Phantom Xon June 08, 2025. Launching on mobile and PC platforms, the free-to-play game represents a bold shift for the studio, one that could reshape its approach to future projects. WhilePersonahas had mobile tie-ins in the past,Phantom Xis its most expansive and ambitious mobile effort to date. That scale is already paying off. With over one million pre-registrations in the West as of Jul 02, 2025,Persona 5: ThePhantom Xis on track to be one of Atlus’ most visible global launches....