Summary Debuting in 1996, Tecmo and Team Ninja’s fighting franchise has been part of the industry for more than two decades. Despite the series' mainline entries being of mostly decent and consistent quality,Dead or Alivetends to be seen as a B-tier license rather than a direct competitor toMortal KombatandStreet Fighter. A fondness for fanservice has helped as much as hinderedDead or Alive’s mass appeal and reputation; however, at the end of the day, any such features are merely distractions....

For the better half of horror games’ history, developers have put players into the shoes of young and vulnerable protagonists who often feel helpless in dark and twisted realities. However, modern games bring a fresh spin to drive recognition of the idea that, for the evil forces of nature, age is just a number. The 2010s saw the advent of renowned horror game franchises that have gone for a more mature tone and setting that naturally employs weathered middle-aged protagonists, who have had their fair share of challenges in life and now must face some more in the face of psychological, supernatural, and personal horror....

Summary One Piecechapter 1120 is just around the corner and fans are incredibly excited to see the Egghead Island arc continue with even more intensity. The last few weeks have been focused on Vegapunk’s message, and at the same time, the ongoing escapeof the Strawhat Pirates.Thankfully, the story is progressing at a very good pace right now, and as things stand, it appears that within just a few more chapters, this arc will inevitably end up reaching its conclusion....

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2hosted its first-ever multiplayer beta test this past weekend, exclusively for PlayStation gamers. At first, the beta was only available to PlayStation gamers that have pre-orderedCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, but then it opened up to all PlayStation gamers across PS4 and PS5. The beta gave fans their first chance to play this year’sCall of Duty, and while it only offered a few maps and a handful of modes, things are looking bright for Activision’s premiere first-person shooter series....

Summary While Seattle remains a site of a power vacuum inVampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2, new devs The Chinese Room switches things up with a reveal that the protagonist is no longer a recently-sired Thinblood but is instead an Elder recently woken from their slumber. This revelation, alongside the involvement of a cult-ish symbol and the supernatural-hunting Secret Inquisition, means there’s more at stake inBloodlines 2and its interpretation of the Emerald City....

For the past three and a half decades,Hideo Kojimahas pushed the idea of video games as an art form, using his passion for film to fuel his work. WithDeath Stranding 2rumored to be in development, as well as other projects in the works, the famed auteur is becoming more in demand and busier as the years go by. One thing that makes him stand out is the creative, and sometimes wacky, ideas that make the jump from his mind to the screen....

Summary Perks are an essential part of anyFalloutgame. They can give any survivor in post-apocalyptic America an edge in so many ways, ranging from additional protection and skills in fights tousing one’s silver tongueto persuade or intimidate others. They are, without a doubt, an iconic feature. Sure, some are overpowered and others are rubbish. There’s no glossing over the fact that there have been some that tip the balance of the game either far too much, or barely enough to make any sort of impact....

Physical merchandise based onMetroid Prime Remasteredincluding a specially designed jacket can be won by fans through a recently announced contest. The release ofMetroid Prime Remasteredon Nintendo Switch has prompted a resurgence of interest in theMetroid Primeseries which Nintendo appears to be capitalizing on with this contest.My Nintendo is a loyalty rewards program that gives fans access to exclusive digital and physical goods as well as discounts. Users on My Nintendo can gain Gold Points by making game purchases and Platinum Points by completing objectives in Nintendo’s mobile apps and certain online Nintendo services....

It might seem as thoughSteamis primarily for buying video games, and for the most part, it is.Steamhas become the most populardistribution platform for PC gamesand the easiest way to download games on your computer. However, many people may be unaware that movies can also be downloaded through Steam. RELATED:Great RPGs On Steam That Deserve More Attention Granted, Steam doesn’t exactly have a huge collection of movies to collect, even in a genre as entertaining as action....

Superhotis a first-person action puzzle game with the promotional tagline: Time moves only when you move. Time progresses in-game when the player moves, and they need to figure out their next move in slow motion. TheMatrix-likeexperience has roguelike elements and can take a long time to master its choreography. Related:Best PSVR Games To Play If You Loved Farpoint The main story doesn’t take long to finish, with players reporting thatSuperhot’s campaign is approximately 2....

Nippon Ichi Software has released a new trailer forDisgaea 7, showcasing the game’s demon protagonist, Fuji. For those who don’t know, theDisgaeagame franchise is a series of tactical role-playing video games created and developed by Nippon Ichi Software. The series debuted in Japan withDisgaea: Hour of Darknessin 2003, and themost recent entry isDisgaea 6. The plot of theDisgaeagames typically revolves around the characters' efforts to overthrow a corrupt or evil ruler or to save their home from destruction....

Summary Elon Musk announced his plans to speedrunDiablo 4in a livestream. The tech visionary, known for his groundbreaking innovations, is now trying a new challenge in the universe ofDiablo 4. However, don’t expect a pro-level speedrun, as Musk himself has set realistic expectations. Elon Musk’s ventures have taken him from electric vehicles to space exploration, and now he’s delving into the realm of video games through the acclaimed Blizzard game. The entrepreneur made headlines earlier this month with a gaming-related topic when it went viral that he had convinced Amber Heard, his former girlfriend,to cosplay as Mercy fromOverwatchfor him....

Despite it being Ember Lab’s first-ever video game,Kena: Bridge of Spiritshas amassed quite the flood of attention ever since it was first announced back duringSony’s PS5 reveal eventlast summer. The dazzling visuals and gameplay are reminiscent of some of the most popular 3D action platformers over the many gaming generations. With its release due later next month, the title is setting itself up to be one to watch for fans of platformers and the fantasy genre....