Summary Blizzard has announced new features on the way toOverwatch 2, including the hero ban system for Competitive Play matches. In a recent interview,Overwatch 2’s director discussed the new hero ban system and described it as an obvious inclusion. With the announcement of the highly-requested hero bans feature set to arrive,Overwatch 2director Aaron Kellergave players more details on how it will work. He revealed that each player will have three slots to ban heroes under a priority system....

Summary Swedish publisherParadox Interactivehas acquired developer Haemimont Games. Originally the video game division of Target Games, the Stockholm-based studio later became part of Paradox Entertainment before spinning off as an independent company in 2004. From its inception, one ofParadox Interactive’s key objectives was to establish itself as an AAA game studio, a feat it has since achieved with many of its game titles. Paradox Interactive is best known for its grand strategy games, boasting a strong lineup of well-regarded titles such asStellaris,Europa Universalis 4, andHearts of Iron 4....

Summary A major reason why the PlayStation brand has dominated console gaming is because of its focus on exclusive single-player experiences. While Sony has experimented with PC releases, it’s clear that their PlayStation lineup of consoles remains a major focus. Players who have owned some of the best PlayStation consoles around have been treated to someamazing story-driven experiences. Players love the idea of immersing themselves in these epic narratives that will have them on the edge of their seats....

Quick Links Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocketcontinues to evolve the meta every so often with the addition of a new set to shake things up for collectors and battlers alike. One such expansion is the Space-Time Smackdown set, which features many different Pokemon from throughout the Sinnoh Region - including Dialga and Palkia, who can be found on the pack art for Space-Time Smackdown booster packs. Among the standout cards inSpace-TIme Smackdown, Yanmega ex is one of several new candidates to have worked itself into battle as a solid Ace Pokemon....

Quick Links Toxicroak isn’t the first Pokemon you’d think of when considering powerful cards inPokemon TCG Pocket, and the data backs this up—Toxicroak decks currently have one of the lowest win rates in the metagame. However, despite its poor performance inTCG Pocket, Toxicroak can still shine in one specific deck that has the potential to win high-stakes matches. Here’s a guide to building that very deck. The Best Deck for Toxicroak While it’s difficult to min-max Toxicroak, its most consistent can be seen ina basic deck paired with Darkrai ex....

Summary The latestPokemoncollaboration has been revealed, with vehicle manufacturer Honda announcing it is teaming up with The Pokemon Company to create a Koraidon motorcycle. The surreal real-world build of the Legendary Pokemon, which has yet to be completely unveiled, is capturing the attention ofPokemonfans everywhere. Introduced as part of the ninth generation of Pokemon, Koraidon is a dual-type Fighting/Dragon Legendary Paradox Pokemon, serving as the cover mascot for the immensely popularPokemon Scarlet....

Ubisoft has been through some turbulent times lately, but that’s not necessarily a new phenomenon. Through Ubisoft’s explosion in popularity in the late 2000s/early 2010s, they have released some incredible games, but also some games that have split critics and fans down the middle. Whether it is games that are released in a near-broken state, predatory monetization, or just plain strange choices, responses to some Ubisoft games are incredibly polarized, with pro and anti-voices alike struggling to understand the other side....

Summary WithReacherSeason 3 on the horizon, fans are eagerly anticipating how the story will unfold. While most details about the new season remain under wraps, the official episode runtimes for the second season have now been revealed. Based on the Jack Reacher book series by Lee Child, the Amazon Prime Video series took the world by storm with its enthralling first season, and masterfully captured the essence of its titular hero....

Summary This is according todata shared by TrueTrophies and Game Trends, which claims thatHigh on Lifeis the fourth most popular PS Plus free game since 2023. Fellow free PS Plus February 2025 gamePayday 3has also managed to crack the top 10, falling in the ninth position. The other games that make up the list areBattlefield 2042(1),EA Sports FC 24(2),Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions(3),Saints Row(5),Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War(6),Minecraft Dungeons(7),Sifu(8), andPowerwash Simulator(10)....

Summary A new leak fromHonkai: Star Railis potentially teasing more details about rumored characters Cipher and Hysilens, both expected to debut during Amphoreus. The launch of the HoYoverse sci-fi RPG’s fourth playable world has brought a plethora of new cast members to the game’s roster, with plenty more set to arrive throughout the next patches. Version 3.0 welcomed both The Herta and Aglaea to the game, while Version 3.1 will introduce another pair of new characters withthe launch of Mydeiand Tribbie....

Summary Fantasy games demand monsters. No one wants to spend hours battling everyday boring humans when they can kick the butts—or whatever counts as a butt—of dragons, orcs, and trolls. Fans are there for escapism, and slayingmythical beastsis just part of the fun. But when conjuring up these goblins, ghouls, and boogeymen, some fantasy creators tap into the darkest corners of their imagination. So dark that they can haunt players' minds....

Quick Links Avowedfeatures a rich, choice-driven narrative, which is no surprise given its roots in thePillars of Eternityuniverse. It thrives on world-building, compelling lore, and pivotal decisions that shape your journey. When you first arrive in Dawnshore, you are immediately faced with one such turning point.Message From Afaris the first moment where you get an opportunity to have a two-way conversation with the Voice inside your head. This is also where you must make your first big choice....

Summary ASkyrimplayer has shared a screenshot in which they’re attacked by three identical bandits outside Bleak Falls Barrow. If gamers play enoughSkyrim, they’re bound to encounter duplicate NPCs, but this rare occurrence could be the only time a player has seen three at once. WhenSkyrimwas released, it shared some similarities with its predecessors, while introducing new mechanics and a fresh open world. Among the parallels with earlier titles are RPG-based character building, a rich story, and some duplicated assets....