Summary While it is no surprise that authorStephen King’s many novels and short stories are seeing a resurgence in recent years thanks to a slew of hit films and television series adaptations, including an upcoming adaptation of his first novel,Carrie, by none other than Mike Flanagan, there has been one series that fans have waited decades to see properly adapted, and that isThe Dark Tower. A tale of a lone gunslinger who must learn to embrace his humanity again while on a quest for the fabled Dark Tower to stop the mad Crimson King, the series spans 8 novels, several graphic novels and short stories, and several interconnected moments across many of King’s other novels....

Starfieldhas continued to plot an uneven course since its launch in 2023. As the newest IP from developer Bethesda Game Studios,Starfieldpromised big ambitions based on aspects of BGS' previous projects while shooting for some bold ideas. However, the reception toStarfield’s overall experience and its subsequent support, which wasn’t always met with enthusiasm, kept it from achieving all of its lofty goals. Bethesda has stated that it plans to keep adding and expanding on it, though, and fans are currently awaiting what the next big update or potential DLC may bring toStarfield....

TheEpic Games Storehas officially given away over 500 free titles as of this writing, and fans are celebrating on forums and social media. Unreal Engine developer Epic Games launched theEpic Games Storein December 2018 as an online video game storefront on Microsoft Windows PCs and macOS computers and presented itself as a more lucrative alternative for third-party publishers following the success ofFortnitethe previous year. Something that sets the Epic Games Store apart from competitors like Steam is the free giveaways it has been offering since its genesis....

Summary Persona 5: The Phantom Xis the latestspin-off based onPersona 5, which has had a significant legacy since its releasein Japan in 2017. Unlike the other games in the series, this newest title is a free-to-play mobile game, although Steam players canalso access it. Additionally, it works well ona Steam Deck, providedplayers have access to an internet connection on the go. In some ways,Persona 5: The Phantom Xis similar to the original game with its turn-based battle system, epic story, and Palace-based dungeons....

The Plucky Squirehas introduced two new modes in its latest update, the Challenge Mode and the Iron Squire Mode, giving the game’s difficulty a major bump. This comes as a welcome change for thosePlucky Squirefans looking for a tougher challenge. WhenThe Plucky Squirecame out in September 2024, it was showered with praise by critics and became one of the more highly rated indie titles released that year. Since then, two major updates and a slew of minor ones have been incorporated into the platform game, offering players an incentive to continue playing and enhancing the overall experience....

Even thoughThe Walking Deadisn’t known for its upbeat and funny moments, one scene from season 4 includes a hilarious Easter egg, and I’m not sure how most fans could have missed it. Despite being a zombie series filled with the trauma and the pain of trying to live in the post-apocalypse,The Walking Dead’s relationships between its complex characters have always been a storyline worth telling,contributing to why it became one of the most-watched shows on TV....

Summary Ghost of Yotei, the hotly anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimedGhost of Tsushima, is shaping up to be one of the best games of 2025. The good news is that developers Sucker Punch have revealed some pretty juicy details over the last few months concerning not just the setting and core gameplay, but also the sequel’s brand-new protagonist, Atsu, who seems like she’s going to be quite a bit different from the legendary Jin Sakai....

FollowingWarhammer 40,000: Darktide’s recent major player boost, the game’s Product Marketing Manager has thanked the community amid ongoing monetization complaints over a just-released $5 Arbitrator helmet.Warhammer 40,000: Darktidestruggled at launch back in 2022 due to its perceived lack of content and monetization complaints, which are now resurfacing. Monetization debates are nothing new in the gaming industry. On one hand, players are sick of seeing massive AAA titles with countless monetization options (even in games that aren’t free-to-play), and on the other hand,developers are concerned about the sustainability of live-service games....

You made it through the plane crash inPEAK, but now the real challenge begins. If players want to make it out alive, they will have to take on massive mountains full of steep cliffs and tough terrain. And it’s not just the climb you need to worry about. There’s poison, frostbite, and lethargy waiting to slow you down. Luckily,there are helpful itemsto make things a little easier. One of those is the bugle....

FromSoftware has officially kicked offElden Ring: Nightreign’s first major post-launch event with its new Everdark Sovereigns, and it has already proven that it will test even the most experienced players. The debut of the Everdark Sovereigns inElden Ring Nightreignbrings a rotating schedule of limited-time boss fights that see players fightingElden Ring Nightreign’s existing Nightlordswith new mechanics, more aggressive pacing, and increased rewards. Beginning with Adel, Baron of the Night (Gaping Jaw), players can take on these variants for a chance at exclusive gear, provided they’ve already defeated the base version of each boss....

Quick Links The Sims 4Nature’s Calling event is live until August 5. Players have until then to complete as many event quests as they can and claim the limited-time rewards before they’re gone for good. Sets of quests have been released on a weekly basis, allowing players to dive deeper into the questline, which seems to be connected with the Enchanted by Nature expansion pack. As part of theNature’s Calling Week 3 Quests, players were tasked with exploring Desert Bloom Park inThe Sims 4and then with bringing nature elements into their homes....

Quick Links Every new season ofDiablo 4brings a new currency to collect and spend on season-specific upgrades, along with a new reputation system to earn to progress through the seasonal ranks. Season 9: Sins of the Horadrim’s new reputation is Horadric Knowledge, and you’ll be collecting it for much of the season. While Horadric Knowledge isn’t mandatory to experience a lot of the new content in the season, focusing on earning it can help you get items and consumables used in the season, while also unlocking the Seasonal Quests to see the story it also has to offer....

Quick Links Mycopunklets players and their teammates to play as. While weapons are shared betweencharacters in your account, each class has unique abilities to use on a cooldown. While every class has its uses in certain situations, some can be a lot better than others when playing alone or with a team. Each class is being ranked mostly based on how their skills help in a mission and accomplish the goals, balancing out how useful it is when playing alone or with a group....