TheFinal Fantasy 9remake project may have been shelved, according to a known gaming industry leaker who cited a source familiar with the game. The leaker’s statement came on the 25th anniversary ofFinal Fantasy 9, as Square Enix marked the occasion with a video and various pieces of new merchandise that players can pre-order. Final Fantasy 9was first launched on the PlayStation on July 13, 2025, nearly four months after the PS2 hit store shelves in Japan....

SomeReady or Notplayers have argued that VOID Interactive’s censorship contradicts its previous promise to include content that mainstream developers might avoid. Things are currently not looking up forReady or Not, as hundreds of fans are protesting the developer’s decision to cut some content. Ready or Notis facing ongoing backlash, with fans review-bombing the game. Most of the criticism centers on frustration with console gaming standards being forced onto PC players. For those unfamiliar, the game recently toned down gore, nudity, and other elements on PC to align with the upcoming console release....

Summary TheStar Warssequel trilogy introduced a host of new characters to go alongside the returning legacy stars, and one of the most interesting was Supreme Leader Snoke. The mysterious leader of the First Order was well-developed inStar Wars: The Force Awakens, yet he was abruptly killed in the sequel. Star Wars: The Last Jedibrought an end to Snoke’s time in the franchise at the hands of Kylo Ren, and while it was helpful in his personal development, it felt like an absolute waste of potential....

Stardew Valleycreator Eric Barone (aka ConcernedApe) has clarified his comments regarding his potential involvement in helping the recently canceledHytale, saying he’s not “actively doing anything” to save it but is open to the idea.Hytale’s cancellation has been disappointing for fans who had spent years waiting to see this ambitiousMinecraft-inspired sandbox adventure come to life, and Barone’s recent comments may have shattered their hopes even further. Hytalewas first revealed in 2018 and was initially being developed by Hypixel Studios....

Quick Links Pokemon TCG Pocketis always shifting and reinforcing the meta with every new expansion set that drops in-game. Every new expansion brings a range of cards such as general monsters, ex cards, viable ace Pokemon, and Supports, Items, and Tools to help implement various strategies. No matter if players are looking to go head-to-head in PvP matches or simply grind event challenges to pile up rewards, a strong deck composition can make all the difference....

Summary Square and Enix have been making games for as long as console-based and computer games have been in fashion. Together, they joined forces in 2003 to create an empire, primarily built on role-playing games (RPGs). RPGs are some of the best games around as theygive players deep customizationoptions, from their characters to their gear and skills, and they are often stacked with content. Even a ten out of tenSquare Enixgame can have some faults, though, likea slow start,hand-holding, or revealing new content far into the game’s story....

Stephen King’s books, novellas, and short stories often seem perfect for the big screen thanks to hissinister villains, well-drawn characters, and the contrast of good and evil in every story. But some of his best adaptations are TV series, including2020’sThe Outsiderwhich aired on HBOandthe 1990sITminiseries starring Tim Curry as the iconic Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Fans have quite a few King movies to choose from this summer and fall asThe Life of Chuckis currently in theatersandThe Long Walkis up next in September....

Summary So a while ago, Loungefly put out an Eevee backpack that’s covered in more sequins than I’ve ever seen on a single piece of merchandise, and thePokémoncommunity has been showing its approval. The thing costs $90 with a matching $40 wallet, and honestly, seeing it in person makes the price make more sense. They really went all-out with the sequin coverage. The sequin work is impressive - every surface that could hold sequins has them, plus appliqué details for Eevee’s features that give it a lot of dimension....

Quick Links Pokemon GOSpotlight Hourshappen every week in Niantic’s mobile game, letting players find and catch one type of Pokemon (or sometimes more than one) way more easily. For example, the first Spotlight Hour event for July 2025 happens on the first day of the month, and players will encounter a Party Hat Pikachu more often. And every Spotlight Hour event inPokemon GOhas featured bonuses to give you even more goodies....

InZOIplayers have reason to celebrate as the first full DLC reveal is just around the corner. The new world of Cahaya will get itsfull reveal on August 19 at Gamescomon opening night with a trailer for the DLC. Cahaya was recently announced to be on track for a full release in August, putting its release date anytime after the full reveal in the latter half of the month. Cahaya has been eagerly anticipated by many players as the world will bring many new features alongside it....

Quick Links Persona5: The Phantom Xhas a lot of mechanics that involve in-game time, even though this game doesn’t have a set calendar system like the mainline series does. While a lot of these mechanics can be ignored to complete the main story of the game and all the Palaces, these mechanics can add to the overall experience and help you get stronger in various ways. Synergy Bonds are a major part of the game, letting players get closer to the various people they meet, much like Social Links....

Summary Quick Links In the world ofMy Hero Academia, Izuku Midoriya is one of the many characters who became a hero with a cool and memorable name. While some characters like Hawks, Eraser Head, and Mt. Lady base their hero names on their unique quirks, others take inspiration from their ambitions and goals. Then there’s Bakugo, who went to extreme lengths just to call himself “Great Explosion Murder God Dynamight,” which has truly become iconic....

It’s been over a year since Game Freak announced the existence ofPokemon Legends: Z-A, the follow-up spin-off title to 2022’sPokemon Legends: Arceus. Rather than exploring the past of a previous region,Pokemon Legends: Z-Atakes place after the events ofPokemon X & Y, all within the confines of Lumiose City as the Kalos region landmark is under renovations. Although its title suggests the major presence of one particular rare Pokemon, excited fans may be wondering which other Legendaries will make an appearance in this upcoming game....