Summary Monkey D. Luffy’s innate ability toimprove the lives of pretty much any noble soul he meetsand befriends during his journeys is one of the many reasons he’s such a likable and endearing protagonist. This applies to the nine members of his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates, more than anybody else, seeing as their lives were completely changed for the better after they met him and voluntarily decided to join his crew....

Summary TheFinal Fantasyseries is well intodouble-digits with its mainline installments, and there are countless spin-off series, remakes, crossovers, and tie-in games. With such a massive franchise, it’s easy for some titles to go unnoticed, even by fans. There are many reasons for this phenomenon, from being part of a genre with low fan interest or launching simultaneously with much bigger games, to being released on obscure hardware or only in one region....

Summary For years, video games have been the ultimate form of escapism, but as they’ve grown more complex, they’ve become something more: massive simulations of physics, economics, and social dynamics. Every so often, this creative extrapolation results in a scenario of shocking prescience, where a game’sfiction bleeds into reality. These moments are more than just lucky guesses; they represent a fascinating convergence of art and life. Some predictions stem from sharp geopolitical analysis, while others emerge from complex scientific models that validate themselves years later....

It is fascinating to think how far video game soundtracks have come, from the early era where there was a vital importance in creating a memorable little ditty, something players could easily hum to themselves after finding it had earwormed its way into their brain, to the modern era ofswooping orchestral scores. The soundtrack of a game is so important in creating the desired atmosphere for the player. It is there through the entire adventure, often going completely unnoticed and straddling a fine line of creating atmosphere and fitting the moment-to-moment gameplay, but without overshadowing the on-screen action....

Genshin Impacthas officially revealed the map of Nod-Krai in the latest web event, giving players an early look at what to expect from Version 6.0 and beyond. With Nod-Krai set to open its doors on June 24, 2025,Genshin Impacthas slowly begun to unveil major details about the upcoming region – revealing characters, concept art, and teasing its overarching storyline. While the Song of the Welkin Moon will last a full year, a sizable chunk of Nod-Krai will already be available in Version 6....

Summary Quick Links Dragon Ballfans continue to wait with bated breath for any sort of news regarding the future ofSuper.Both the manga and anime have been on hiatus, leaving fans itching for any sort of sign or news of either’s continuation. Sean Schemmel, theiconic English voice actor for Goku, recently discussed the series during a panel. Schemmel touched on Toyotarou taking the reins following Akira Toriyama’s passing, his thoughts on the manga, and what he knows about the future of the anime....

As of today,Grand Theft Auto 5is finally available in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Rockstar’s crime simulator franchise is no stranger to controversy, so it isn’t necessarily surprising that the two Middle Eastern nations had banned it in the first place. However, more than a decade after its release, things have turned around forGrand Theft Auto 5, and the shift might instill hope for future installments. The Middle East may not have a reputation for being a video game hub, but the region has shown an openness to the gaming industry lately....

TheHorizonfranchise seems inspired by a wide variety of open world, science fiction, hack and slash and RPG games. Despite not working on any open world game or RPGs beforeHorizon, Guerrilla Games' work reflects stellar open world and RPG titles such asSkyrim,The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, andVampire: The Masquerade. WhileHorizonhas turned into its own successful action RPG series in its own right withHorizon Zero DawnandForbidden West, Guerrilla Games can still build on elements from modern RPG titles forHorizon 3....

Quick Links Beyond the hype moments ofUmamusume: Pretty Derby’sraces lies the Scouting system, where players can get new characters and cards to raise. It’s no secret that this is a gacha game, but for players who have come from titles likeHonkai: Star Rail,Umamusume’sgacha system may seem confusing at first glance. This guide covers the basics of how the gacha system works inUmamusume, so before you go spending all of your Carats, make sure to take a gander at these important pieces of information first....

Quick Links The Enchanted by Nature expansion pack introduced fairies toThe Sims 4. For years, fairies were the most highly anticipated species amongSims 4fans. These creatures are now more exciting than ever, as they have their own abilities, ranks, and customization options. Players can turn any human Sim into a fairy in less than five minutes if they know the steps that they need to take. This guide shows players the entire process of becoming a fairy inThe Sims 4....

Quick Links InPokemon GO, every monster in the game has a unique sprite, including the likes of alternate forms, special costume variants, and Regional Variants. However, one unique Pokemon that bends these standards slightly isSpinda, a rabbit-like monster originating from Generation 3’s Hoenn Region. InPokemongames,Spinda is generally available in numerous different patterns, with various sprites for each one of them containing different arrangements of spots and markings on the face and body....

Quick Links The weapons ofKilling Floor 3all perform splendidly right out of the box, but if you feel like they could use some tweaking, or if you really want your weapons to be very good at one thing, then the game’s weapon modding system might have exactly what you’re looking for. Weapon customization brings an extra layer of meta-progression to the game, and it’s a great addition for those who love tinkering with guns....

Quick Links Death Stranding 2: On the Beachfocuses on Sam carrying cargo over long distances while trying to connect theChiral Networkin Mexico. Aside from facing BTs and human enemies, there are other problems that can arise as Sam explores the different terrains. Whilelosing staminaand health are important concerns, making sure Sam relieves himself by urinating should also not be overlooked during the course of the game. This guide includes all the information on how players can urinate and what actually happens after doing so inDeath Stranding 2....