New Roguelike Scrubbin’ Trubble is a “More Traditional, Turn-Based Roguelike, But With a Modern Twist”

Scrubbin' Trubbleblends traditional roguelike elements with fast-paced turn-based combat. Fromindie gamedeveloper Odd Object, the game puts a twist on the usual roguelike tropes by incorporating cleaning elements as one of the main goals. Players must clean up various procedurally generated maps that are covered in trash, monsters, and an encroaching wall of grime that becomes thicker as time passes. Game Rant recently caught up with Odd Object’s co-founder, Tyriq Plummer, about howScrubbin' Trubbleis areturn to the roguelike genre’s roots....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 517 words · Timothy Aguirre

Nintendo Switch 2 Lifespan Expected to Be Similar to Original Switch

TheNintendo Switch 2’s lifespan is expected to be about as long as that of its predecessor. Nintendo finally launched its latest mainline console earlier this month, with theNintendo Switch 2quickly becoming one of the fastest-selling systems in the United States alone, according to leaked sales figures. The original Switch was a major commercial success for Nintendo, and its follow-up is already on track to rival or even surpass it in terms of total sales....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Jason Scott

No Man's Sky Releases New Update for July 2025

No Man’s Skyhas released Patch 5.73, addressing numerous issues found in the recent Beacon update, along with fixing ongoing problems in the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the space exploration title. Over eight years since its initial launch,No Man’s Skycontinues to see consistent updates, with developer Hello Games transforming the title from a flop into one of the most beloved sci-fi games in recent memory. In June,No Man’s Sky’s major Beacon updatemade changes to the way players handle settlements, while also introducing Autophage settlements and bringing numerous fresh customization options....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Austin Fields

One Hollow Knight Dreamer Stands Out For a Key Reason That Silksong Should Replicate

Hollow Knight: Silksongis still hiding in the shadows, but 2025 is looking like a promising year for theHollow Knightfollow-up. The development cycle forSilksonghas become one of the most grueling waiting periods in modern gaming. This new chapter brings Hornet into the spotlight, and with her comes a fresh setting and characters. The finer details aboutSilksonghave successfully been kept under wraps for years. Many are eager to see what’s in store, and with companies like Nintendo and Xbox mentioning the game at recent showcases, there is hope thatSilksongwill finally come out of the darkness and onto gamers' consoles....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Dawn Walters DDS

One Piece Chapter 1153 Preview: Oda Shows Harald's Incredible Power

Summary Quick Links One Piece’sElbaf Arc keeps getting more exciting, and fans know that it’ll only get more interesting as Oda has now decided to dive deep into the life of King Harald, the beloved Monarch of Elbaf renowned to be the best in their entire history, for some reason. WithOne Piecechapter 1153, fans will most definitely see Harald properly, and get a better idea of what his life was like, and at the same time, what made him as great as he was....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 624 words · Cynthia Gross

One Piece: Zoro And Sanji Are Overpowered, But Oda Just Revealed A Stronger Duo From The Old Era

This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc. Quick Links One Piecechapter 1155 has revealed more of one of the strongest characters of all time to the fans, and at the same time, given fans some incredible lore as well. It stands out as one of the greatest chapters of all time in the story, and of course, Rocks D. Xebec is largely responsible for that. The ongoing flashback has surprised the fans in many ways, but the most shocking revelation was certainly that Rocks was seeking a team-up with a certain individual, and that together, they could’ve formed the strongest team ever....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Teresa Webb

Open-World Games With The Best Level Design

Summary Level design is something that open-world games must nail to keep players engaged throughout their journey. Sure, designing beautiful and engaging sandboxes is important, but contained areas, dangerous dungeons, and other such locations also need to be crafted with the same care. This is why fans love certain open-world games that go the extra mile with their level design. Players will love how immersive and riveting the locations in these titles are when developers pour their hearts into these environments....

June 19, 2025 · 4 min · 847 words · John Robinson

Open-World PC Games That Are The Easiest To 100%

Summary The PC is a platformfull of open-world gamesthat players will love to get their hands on. From rampages in a post-apocalyptic world to the exploration of urban landscapes, there’s no shortage of unique sandboxes for players to get lost in. Considering how much content they offer, it’s no surprise that these games often feature tons of achievements for players to find, some of which are hidden or obscure. Because of this, many players feel that getting 100% completion in an open-world game can be a nightmare....

June 19, 2025 · 4 min · 840 words · Eric Villarreal

Palia's Best Money-Making Route is Virtually Unbeatable

There’s a lot thatPaliafans love about the emerging MMO. From its charming atmosphere to its memorable characters, there are many reasons whyPaliais quickly becoming a must-play in the cozy game category. Yet, if there is one thing that is a common critique in this otherwise calming life-sim, it’s the grind—especially when it comes to making money. Items inPaliaare expensive, especially during the early hours of the game. The tutorial period in the gameis an excellent way to learn the basics, setting players up for success and helping them avoid committingcardinal sins inPalia....

June 19, 2025 · 5 min · 950 words · Hailey Fuller

PEAK: How to Get the Balloon Badge

Quick Links If you’re the kind of person who loves completing everything in a game, then you will definitely want to go after the badges inPEAK. There areover 30 of them, and finishing them unlocks new cosmetics. You can earn things like new hats, outfits, and the Incognito Mask to customize your scout. Some badges are easy to get, but others really test your skills. One of the toughest ones to get is the Balloon Badge....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Megan Trujillo

Persona 5: The Phantom X Announces Change to Global Roadmap

Atlus and developer Black Wings Game Studio are changing the global roadmap plans forPersona 5: The Phantom Xto help players outside of China get caught up.Persona 5: The Phantom Xis a free-to-play RPG spin-off set in the world ofPersona 5, where Persona users can enter the minds of the people of Japan through a mental reality known as the Metaverse. Much ofPersona 5’s core gameplay, such as dungeon crawling, social simulation, and monster recruiting, is all present and accounted for inPersona 5: The Phantom Xwith tweaks to accommodate the more open framework of a free-to-play gacha game....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 621 words · Sara Armstrong

Pirate Software Swatted and Sent 'Thousands' of Death Threats

Twitchstreamer Pirate Software claims that he was recently swatted and has received “thousands” of death threats. Pirate Software is aTwitchstreamer and game developer whose indie RPGHeartboundhas been available in early access since 2018. Recent years have seen Pirate Software focus on streaming alongside game development and other ventures. Earlier this year, Pirate Software was a part of the hardcoreWorld of Warcraft Classicguild OnlyFangs. His tenure with the group ended in disaster after multiple guild members died during a Dire Maul North run, therefore losing their characters forever....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · James Foley Jr.

Pokemon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dragonite May Live or Die By One Detail

Mega Dragonite’s reveal in the latest Pokemon Presents marks the first new Mega Evolution confirmed forPokemon Legends: Z-A. While the design for this new Mega has been making waves within the community, opinions are largely mixed; some fans appreciate that Mega Dragonite incorporates elements from its pre-evolutions, while others still feel that the design is a bit too goofy for a Mega Evolution.Pokemon Legends: Z-Astill has yet to reveal one element of Mega Dragonite’s design that could be the deciding factor in the final verdict on the critter....

June 19, 2025 · 3 min · 614 words · Melanie Ramos