Best Games From the Mid-2000s That Aged Surprisingly Well

Summary Themid-2000swere an odd time. Xbox Live was still figuring itself out, motion controls were starting to creep in, and most games thought brown was a perfectly fine color palette. And yet, amid all that experimentation, a handful of titles came out that somehow got better with age. Whether it was their unique art styles, rock-solid mechanics, or downright prophetic design choices, these games matured like fine wine. There’s a timeless quality toKatamari Damacythat defies every trend the gaming industry’s ever tried to chase....

June 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1149 words · Jessica Mccall

Best Items for Long Journeys in Death Stranding 2

Sometimes, a vehicle just isn’t what Sam needs, and instead, going on foot is the smartest thing to do inDeath Stranding 2. While walking can avoid the off-road bumps that can destroy cargo for players who aren’t careful, it can also lead to further dangers due to the fact that players have no easy method of escape, thanks to the plethora of electric and fast vehicles. If players want to take a walk inDeath Stranding 2to their next delivery site with their precious cargo in perfect condition, then they are going to need to check in below to see what items are worth taking with them before their long walk alone....

June 15, 2025 · 5 min · 971 words · Eduardo Garza

Best Survival Games For Third-Person Exploration

Summary The survival genre has long been a favorite among gamers of all kinds, allowing players to transport themselves into brutal worlds and unforgiving landscapes with a single mission to survive as their goal. There are plenty of options regarding the player’s perspective, someoffering first-person intensity, others a top-down isometric take, and some of the best in the genre opt for a third-person camera. Having the view shifted away from the character’s eyes makes the games feel much more open and freeing....

June 15, 2025 · 5 min · 999 words · Tracy Mccoy

Bloodborne and Elden Ring Could Have a Unique Future Relationship, But It's Not Mutual

At the moment, FromSoftware feels like it’s moving into its next era of game releases.Demon’s SoulsandDark Soulsestablished its Soulslike formula, games aroundDark Souls 3andBloodborne’s time perfected it, andElden Ringtook things to the next level while leaving room for smaller projects likeArmored Core 6andElden Ring Nightreignto try their own thing. Where the esteemed Japanese studio will go afterThe Duskbloodsisn’t yet known, but even with highly acclaimed titles likeBloodborneandElden Ringbehind it, FromSoftware is showing no signs of slowing down....

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 686 words · Brandon Sawyer

Blue Archive Reroll Guide

Quick Links Rerolling is a common practice ingacha gameslikeBlue Archive.It’s an easier way to make sure you start with powerful and desirable characters, which can help you progress quickly in the early stages. For new players who want to get a strong head start inBlue Archive, it is highly recommended to reroll. If you need help doing that, this guide breaks down how you can reroll inBlue Archiveuntil you’re satisfied with your pulls....

June 15, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Andrea Palmer MD

Bored Starfield Players Should Dive Headfirst Into This Nine-Year-Old Gem

Starfieldbroke onto the scene in late 2023 after several long years of hype and general anticipation, but it wasn’t received with the universal acclaim that many had expected. It wasn’t a poorly reviewed or poorly selling game by any means, but with Bethesda toutingStarfieldas the nextSkyrim—in other words, the next big thing in the RPG genre—the ultimate reality of the project wound up being far more disappointing. In a nutshell, one could chargeStarfieldwith simply not being “enough....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Charles Carroll

Boruto: Kishimoto Has a New Love Interest for Boruto and It's Not Sarada

Quick Links This article contains spoilers for theBoruto: Two Blue Vortexmanga. A love triangle is brewing inBoruto: Two Blue VortexinvolvingSarada Uchiha, Boruto Uzumaki, and Sumire Kakei. Most fans are supporting the BoruSara ship, but others are also rooting for the class president. However, in recent chapters, Kishimoto is clearly setting up a new love interest for Boruto, which could turn the love triangle into a love quadrangle. While Boruto remains in a tough spot inBoruto: Two Blue Vortexbecause of Jura and Kawaki, one woman is watching him closely, and it’s neither Sarada nor Sumire....

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 686 words · Peter Miles

Call of Duty Leaker Reveals New Details on Potential DMZ Return

A reliableCall of Dutyleaker has claimed that the rumored return ofWarzone’s DMZ mode may feature a “social area” similar toWW2’s HQ.Call of Dutyended support for DMZ in 2023, but recent leaks and rumors have claimed that the extraction-based mode could be making a return, with new leaks continuing to surface regularly. Call of Duty: Warzone’s DMZ modewas first introduced alongside 2022’sModern Warfare 2, offering a new spin on the shooter’s usual gameplay formula....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 468 words · Tiffany Downs

Capcom Threatens Legal Action Over Monster Hunter Wilds Harassment

A recent wave of backlash againstMonster Hunter Wildshas prompted Capcom to threaten legal action against some players. TheMonster Hunter Wildsdeveloper’s warning is specifically meant to crack down on what the company sees as “customer harassment.” June 28 marked the four-month anniversary ofMonster Hunter Wilds' massively successful release. Despite generating immense early momentum, selling over 10 million copies by March 2025, the action RPG has faced sustained criticism over severe performance issues, limited endgame content, and other perceived shortcomings....

June 15, 2025 · 2 min · 420 words · Thomas Garrison

Dandadan: Season 2, Episode 5 Release Date & Where to Watch

Dandadan Season 2just dropped an amazing episode today, the first one that wasn’t featured in theDandadan: Evil Eyefilm. The animation remains top-notch quality, and fans loved the interactions between Okarun and Momo. A new episode ofDandadanalways leaves fans wanting more, but they will have to wait a few days. Read on if you want to watch the next episode as soon as it is released, and prepare your schedule. Dandadan Season 2, Episode 5 Release Date Dandadan Season 2drops new episodes every Thursday, meaning that Episode 5 will be available in the US and Canada at9:00 a....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 547 words · Christopher Hanna

Demon Slayer Fans Just Recieved A Major Update About The Infinity Castle Movie

Quick Links SinceDemon Slayer: Infinity Castletrilogy was announced in 2024, fans have been patiently waiting to see what the movies will be like. Finally, the first movie was released in Japan on June 01, 2025, and based on the initial reactions, it’s safe to say that fans were elated to see it. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle movie will gradually release around the rest of the world, and recently, fans living in the United States got a major update....

June 15, 2025 · 2 min · 402 words · Darrell Anderson

Demon Slayer: This Battle Is Bound to Be the Most Epic in the New Movie

Summary Quick Links The following article contains spoilers for Demon Slayer, including major spoilers for the final arc. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaibawill finally deliver the first chapter of the final arc of the anime within a few weeks, after the first movie in theDemon Slayer: Infinity Castle Arcmovie trilogy debuts in Japan. The movie is officially titledDemon Slayer—Kimetsu no Yaiba—The Movie: Infinity Castlein English and will hit US and Canada theaters a few months later....

June 15, 2025 · 5 min · 929 words · Ellen Stewart

Dragon Ball Super: Toyotaro Is Proud of Creating Black Frieza, But His Favorite Character Is This One

Quick Links As the wait continues for good news aboutDragon Ball Super, many fans are still hoping the series lasts long enough to deliver the highly anticipated Black Frieza Arc. However, they might need to wait longer than originally expected. While manyDragon Ballfans dislike the route thatDragon Ball Superhas taken, the series has vastly expanded the manga’s universe and introduced many intriguing plots and characters. Toyotaro recently commented about his favorite character, and it might take a few fans by surprise....

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 752 words · Rebecca Andrews