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Summary Novels and live-action films rule the world of science fiction, but there’s a space in between for a lot of transcendental animated movies that many are sadly unaware of. That should not be, as great sci-fi comes in all sorts of shapes and packages, and everyone should be exposed to it. That’s not just because it’s one of the most absolutely gorgeous genres of fiction to experience, but also because of all the important lessons about society and the course of the future that lie hidden in these gems....

Summary If there’s one game company that has a chokehold on the anime video game market, it’sBandai Namco. Out of all the publishers out there, Bandai Namco has more anime brands tied to them than any other game company, such asDragon Ball Z, One Piece,andNaruto. This domination dates back to the early years of the NES with Bandai locking down deals with anime franchises. Thanks to the merger in 2006, Namco gained access to the anime library too....

Summary There’s nothing like a good board game night. The wide variety of board games in the world means that there are countless options for playgroups of all shapes, sizes, and temperaments. In fact, the biggest obstacle to a board game night is often not finding a game to play, but getting everyone in the same room to play it. Thanks to the internet, though, board game fans no longer need to be in the same room to play....

Summary Weapons are such a commonly found item in video games, with the vast majority aiming for a realistic depiction of historical, contemporary, or hypothetical futuristic armaments. Lots of developers still find new ways tosurprise many players with their bizarre creationswhen it comes to objects of war, with all kinds of weird and wonderful shapes, sizes, and effects. Some video game weapons possess their own personalities and are able to communicate with their wielders, allies, and enemies through some form of speech....

Summary While there’s certainly room for a more realistic approach to game graphics and design, and most definitely a market for it, it could be argued that the results are somewhat less imaginative. It’s certainly not always the case, but games that get more creative with their visuals and mechanics can often provide more memorable experiences. These are titles that liberate themselves from reality, offering escapism through heavily stylized visuals and gameplay that don’t try to hide their video game nature....

Summary Marvel Rivalsis about to enter its third season, and while that means two brand-new heroes will be joining the fight, there’s also going to be plenty of exciting skins up for grabs as part of the new battle pass. This time around, the overall theme of Season 3 seems to be chaos, feeding into the character of Jean Grey, who will be joining the cast alongside Blade. As a result, many of these skins are very menacing and even otherworldly in their presentation, allowing them to each look different when compared to any of the outfits that have come before....

Summary Game of Throneswas, at one point, the biggest television show in the world during its run on HBO, producing some of the finest hours of TV, depictingthe fantasy land of Westeros. Game of Thronesbecame known for its interweaving storylines, featuring Daenerys Targaryen’s ascent from a powerless wife to the almighty and powerful Mother of Dragons, Jon Snow’s journey from a Night’s Watch Brother to King of the North, and the continuous chaos surrounding the treacherous Lannisters....

As the launch date forBorderlands 4draws ever closer, Gearbox has been showcasing the game’s playable Vault Hunters to give players a glimpse at their backstories and gameplay styles. Vex was the first new Vault Hunter to get this treatment, with Rafa most recently taking the spotlight. While both of these Vault Hunters offer their own unique personalities and playstyles forBorderlands 4players to learn, Rafa’s backstory may end up more closely linked to his gameplay than fans might expect....

To this day, there are few collectible hunts as infamous asThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s Korok seeds. These elusive collectibles first appeared inBreath of the Wild, offering players the seemingly impossible task of tracking down all 900 of them without clear in-game guidance. Instead, the online community had to work together to create a map revealing the location of each one. Then, the sequel ramped things up by not only bringing the total of seeds up to 1,000 but also making 800 of those tied to organic discovery and the remaining only obtainable by reuniting lost Koroks with their friends usingTears of the Kingdom’s Ultrahand ability....

Summary David Coronswet’s version ofSupermanis soon going to fly into cinemas around the world on 11 July, but he is already looking ahead to what could be next for the iconic superhero. This movie will kickstart the new DC Universe, which means it’s going to set the tone for what fans can expect from James Gunn’s franchise moving forward. There is a lot of excitement about whatSupermanwill be like, and the trailers have hinted at a somewhat light-hearted tone....

This article contains major spoilers from theDemon Slayermanga. Anime fans and moviegoers alike are enjoying the screening of the firstDemon Slayer: Infinity Castlemovie titledAkaza Returnsin Japan.It continues to break box office records, which speaks volumes about the quality of the film. As the fight between demons and swordsmen intensifies in Infinity Castle, fans are expecting to see big moments from theDemon Slayermanga come to life and leave them breathless. One of the most widely anticipated moments in the Infinity Castle story arc is the appearance of yet another marked Hashira....

Xur has returned again toDestiny 2, complete with new exotic and legendary gear for players to check out for a limited time. Time is running low on Episode Heresy as Bungie continues to reveal new content and updates coming toDestiny 2when The Edge of Fate launches. This week’s blog post focused on Weapon Balancing, among other topics, as Bungie’s sandbox team announcedmajor changes coming to certainDestiny 2exotics. Specifically, the Hierarchy of Needs exotic bow from the Spire of the Watcher dungeon adds more flexibility, as well as a way to let any allied player with a bow to utilize the Guidance Ring mechanic....

Quick Links Donkey Kong Bananza’s Freezer Layer introduces players to the Zebra Bananza, but only once you’re able to navigate the first half of the stage and reach the Zebra Elder. Along the way you’ll have to make use of Ice terrain and stalactites to cool lava and create paths across dangerous sections of the map. The Freezer layer is one of two locations players ofDonkey Kong Bananzacan choose to visit after reaching the Divide, with the other being the Forest Layer....