The Alters' AI Controversy Explained

[11 bit has issued a statement regarding AI use. That statement has been included below. Otherwise, the original story follows] The Altersis a fun narrative-survival game that combines unique, risky mechanics to create a genuinely unique experience. That’s not hyperbole; there’s nothing like it currently on the market. It combines 11 bit’s penchant for resource management and base-building mechanics, Alex Jordan’s excellent ability to deliver 11 different Jans, and a fun narrative asking “what if I chose a different road?...

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 537 words · Victoria Hess

The Alters: Which Music Type Should You Choose?

In Journey II ofThe Alters, you will have one decision you need to make with your alters. As the base moves forward, the alters gather in the kitchen area, arguing once again. They will require you to make the final choice. This choice is all about what playlist to choose. Each of the alters has a different type of music in mind, and they are at each other’s throats trying to get themselves heard....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 339 words · Shannon Reeves

The Best Male Shapeshifters In Video Games

Summary There’s something undeniably cool about a character who can turn into something, or someone, else at will. Whether it’s for combat, stealth, chaos, or survival, shapeshifting taps into a primal fantasy: the ability to change, adapt, and outwit the world on your own terms. Invideo games, it’s also a playground for creativity, letting players experiment with identities, powers, and forms that bend the rules of nature and narrative alike....

July 23, 2025 · 6 min · 1080 words · Michele Rivera

The Best Open-World Games For Feeling Like A King Or Queen

Summary Open-world gamesare among the most innovative games ever created, attempting to immerse players in fully developed realms of imagination that come to life. The burden of an open-world game is to give the player a sense of freedom in all aspects, from exploration to decision-making. There are several approaches to this, all of which are highly challenging, makingopen-world gamesa particularly risky investment. However, more often than not, a game can check all the boxes and create a truly special experience....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 963 words · Michelle Gray

The Best Open-World Games To Play If You Are Tired Of Open-Worlds

Summary Open-world games are one of the core pillars of the gaming world. A genre that contains so many iconic titles andrevolutionary gamesthat it can get tiring embarking on epic quest after epic quest, across expansive landscapes that are both beautiful and overwhelming at the same time. Sometimes it’s nice to take a step back and enjoy something a little different, whilst still having the same freedoms afforded by an open landscape....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 1059 words · Mark Beck

The Chinese Room Confirms Studio Layoffs

Layoffs continue to bombard the video game industry, withThe Chinese Roomthe latest studio affected by corporate restructurings and broader economic changes. Known for the BAFTA-winning titlesEveryone’s Gone to the RaptureandStill Wakes the Deep, The Chinese Room is currently working on a sequel to the beloved RPGVampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines. With the recent redundancy announcements, audiences have grown concerned whether these layoffs will have an impact on the upcoming vampire title and other games from the studio....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 426 words · Vincent Richards

The Saddest Episodes O Game Of Thrones

Game of Thronesis one of the few shows to join the pop culture zeitgeist in its heyday, with the events of Westeros and Essos evoking a fantasy feel unparalleled in the entertainment space. ThroughoutGame of Thrones' eight seasons of utter madness and carnage, magic and White Walkers intersect withthe politicking between noble houses, crafting a show for the ages that lives up to HBO’s high bar for unfettered quality. Among the show’s strengths,Game of Thronesdeveloped a habit of producing extraordinary pieces of television that evoke intenseemotions of despair and sadnessdue to sudden and devastating events, including character deaths or the pain and suffering of fan favorites....

July 23, 2025 · 7 min · 1432 words · Brenda Russell

The Strongest Mentors in My Hero Academia

This list will contain spoilers up to the end of My Hero Academia season 7! Summary Becoming a hero in the world ofMy Hero Academiais far from an easy task, hence why most of the students seen in the series will have mentors to help them along their journey. Not only can these figures assist up-and-coming heroes in recognizing the strengths and weaknesses of their abilities, but they must also try to teach them about the responsibilities that come with being a hero and how it takes a lot more than just raw power to be a protector of society....

July 23, 2025 · 9 min · 1773 words · Melanie Howard

The Strongest T-Rex Dinosaurs In The Jurassic World Franchise

Summary As the apex predator of the Cretaceous period, theTyrannosaurus Rexhas become an enduring symbol of power and ferocity since its real-world discovery in 1902. TheJurassic Worldseries has done an exceptional job of showcasing the terror and majesty of these mighty beasts, making them the poster child seen in every movie. Over the years, there have beenmultiple T-rexes featured in theJurassic Worldmovies and Netflix animated shows.Some of these creatures have become iconic staples of the franchise, while others have appeared only once....

July 23, 2025 · 6 min · 1105 words · Reginald Nichols

This Death Stranding 2 Feature Makes It a Game of Moments Rather Than Movement

From the launch of the first game,Death Strandinghas always been about movement. In fact, it is so much about movement that the first game has long been defined by many as awalking simulatordue to the number of times players are required to travel from one place to another, generally on foot. WhileDeath Stranding 2: On the Beachintroduces several new traversal options to speed things up — like the monorail, more accessible fast travel, and more vehicles — there is still something at work beneath it all that helps turn the sequel into a game of moments rather than simply movement this time....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 619 words · William Elliott

This Intimidating Borderlands 4 Characters is Poised to Be a Special Treat For Destiny 2 Fans

Borderlands 4is now only a few short months away, and as the wait continues, developer Gearbox is bringing eager gamers more sneak peeks of what to expect. Between a fresh planet and an offering of brand-new Vault Hunters,Borderlands 4is aiming to shake up the franchise in some bold and exciting ways. Gearbox recently released a fresh trailer that offers a glimpse intoBorderlands 4’s story. There are a variety of changes coming toBorderlands 4, and one of the most notable is the game’s main villain....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 596 words · Courtney Coffey

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Fans Upset by Changes to Intro Cinematic

Gamers have been quite mad at one change made by Relic Entertainment toWarhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition’s intro cinematic: the removal of the classic “Space Marine scream.” The upcoming remaster ofWarhammer 40,000: Dawn of Waris being eagerly awaited by the fanbase, but some hardcore players were not happy about the removal of the iconic moment. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of Waris a real-time strategy game originally released for PC in 2004....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Tammy Orozco

What Do Friends Do in Persona 5 X?

Quick Links Persona5: The Phantom Xhas a lot of the general Gacha game mechanics and overall feel, while still being a very committed single-playerPersonaexperience. While this game doesn’t let you fight side by side with others, there is still an entire friends system that helps players keep in touch. The friends system can be completely ignored if you want, as the main game is a single-player experience, but adding friends can help you out if you’re ever in a pinch and need some additional firepower....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Robert Martin