Xbox Game Pass Update Adds 3 Games, Including 2 Day One Releases

Microsoft had previously confirmed thatFBC: FirebreakandLost in Random: The Eternal Diewouldcome to Xbox Game Pass on June 17, but that was not the full story. When the company unveiled the full Wave 1 lineup, it revealed that a third game was also coming to the service, and fans don’t need an Ultimate or PC subscription to play it. New Xbox Game Pass Games Available on June 13 The day-one releases for Xbox Game Pass have been strong lately....

May 6, 2025 · 1 min · 212 words · Randy Smith

You Will Have a Second Chance to Buy One of the Coolest PS5 Controllers

Summary The special-editionAstro BotDualSense controller will make a comeback in 2025, with the game’s director teasing that the PS5 peripheral will feature a “new twist.” The themed controller quickly sold out after its initial release in September 2024, butAstro Botfans will soon have another chance to snag this unique piece of hardware. Boasting widespread critical acclaim and becoming the highest-rated game of 2024,Astro Botalso won Game of the Year, beating out heavy hitters likeMetaphor: RefantazioandFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth....

May 6, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Tanya Carpenter

Zelda Fans Are Debating the 'Worst' 3D Game in the Series

Summary The Legend of Zeldafans have recently shared their thoughts on which entry deserves the dubious title of “Worst 3D Game in the Series.” As one of Nintendo’s most beloved franchises, it’s much more common to identifyZeldagames by their strengths rather than their shortcomings. ​​​​However, even in a series as critically acclaimed asThe Legend of Zelda,there can be a weakest link. Though the top-down entries are often well regarded,3DZeldatitles have been very influentialin shaping modern game design sensibilities....

May 6, 2025 · 3 min · 494 words · Rebecca Rice

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Player Builds Mechanical Octorok

Summary A dedicated fan ofThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomhas shared a stunning creation with the gaming community, revealing a mechanical Giant Octorok build in-game.Tears of the Kingdomwas released back in 2023 to critical acclaim, returning veterans to the fantastical action-adventure scenario that follows Link’s quest to find the missing Princess Zelda and thwart villain Ganondorf’s plans to plunge Hyrule into darkness. One of the most anticipated video game adaptations currently in the pipeline is the live-action project that will bring Link and Zelda to the silver screen....

May 6, 2025 · 2 min · 398 words · Lisa Silva