Summary Atomfalllead designer Ben Fisher has revealed that the game is trying some “experimental stuff” that could make a big impact on the in-game world. As a newcomer to the post-apocalyptic genre,Atomfallis looking to make an impression on gamers, and this could be just the way to do it. Atomfallwas first revealed in June 2024as the new IP fromSniper Elitedeveloper Rebellion. Its post-apocalyptic aesthetic instantly caught the eye, drawing swift comparisons to Bethesda’sFalloutseries, albeit with a distinctly British vibe....

Summary Quick Links Many characters inAttack on Titanexperience drastic character development, examining the cold and harshest nature of the world and making their decisions. Of these, Historia Reiss is easily one of the most intriguing characters that has been understudied in the present work. The product of one of the best shows, Queen within the Walls, is nothing short of a story of a woman’s triumphant rising from an unnoticeable supporting role....

Obsidian Entertainment’s action RPGAvowedfeatures four companions who travel alongside the player as they explore the Living Lands: former soldier Kai, animancer Giatta, spell-slinger Yatzli, and guide and hunter Marius. Of these, Kai, a hulking coastal aumaua who served in the Navy before becoming a mercenary, is the first companion players will meet after starting the game.Avowed’sdevelopers described Kai as an “anchor companion” who introduces the player to the world of the Living Lands....

Obsidian’s high-fantasyPillars of Eternityspin-offAvowedexpectedly thrives when it comes to its neat, satisfying magic system, which is cleverly interwoven into the diverse combat. Gamers have quickly discovered that ranged attacks are often favorable in this ARPG rife with ravenous monsters and outlaws — and at the forefront are Wands. The game’s handful of Wands bring a quick, effective way for Wizards to inflict ample DPS at a fairly safe distance. They can wield a power approaching that of large melee weapons, whileallowing for swift, precise projectile shots not unlike guns or bows....

Summary The addictive game has often been compared to Mega Crit’s well-receivedSlay the Spire,which has a highly anticipated sequel coming sometime this year. Fans of one are very likely to enjoy the other, and even LocalThunk seems to agree.Balatrofeatures a deck based onSlay the Spireand has also done crossovers with some other unexpected but welcome IPs likeStardew Valley, Cyberpunk 2077,andThe Witcher 3. Xbox Game Pass Adds More Options for Fans of Balatro Somepeople are also reportingthatBalatromay be an Xbox Play Anywhere title, as the game is showing up as “owned” even though they only have the console version....

TheAssassin’s Creedseries is one of the most popular and recognizable gaming franchises of the last few decades, with 14 games spanning across more than two thousand years of history. In addition to the mainline games, there have also been various other multimedia projectsranging from comic books and board gamesto feature-length movies and novelizations. The vast majority of the game’s books are written by Anton Gill (pen name Oliver Bowden) and tie-in with events and characters from the games....

Fans of roguelikes need not fear becauseWarriors: Abysshas a good upgrade path. Players can unlock heroes in thislatest Koei Tecmo/Omega Force gamein a skill tree that will then boost stats. Of course, there are temporary upgrades to find in dungeons too. One of these systems is called Emblems and there are eleven different types in total. They include Vigor, Skill, Strength, Speed, Wisdom, Charm, Flame, Ice, Bolt, Wind, and Slay. The more players collect a particular Emblem, the greater the rewards will be called Effect Upgrades....

Summary It is no secret that Mario has appeared in more than just platformers. He has also had cameos in numerous other titles. How many people realize that many games bearing the plumber’s name were not developed by Nintendo or a subsidiary? For such a tight-knit company, it may surprise some to know they trust other developers with their precious mascot. There are moreMariogames developed by other companies than the ones listed below, but it will be hard to find titles that are better than the ones detailed in this list....

Summary When thinking about characters from theSonic the Hedgehogfranchise, most people will go straight to either the humans or the anthropomorphic animals. However, over the course of this long-running series, several robots have also become fully-fledged characters rather than just being one of the many Egg-Bots that appear as little more than lowly grunts of Eggman. Considering these machines are built to obey and carry out orders rather than have their own personal ambitions or motives, it can lead to some pretty interesting character arcs....

Most come to martial arts movies for action. It’s impressive to watch a kung fu movie with choreography so intense that Olympic judges could give them scores. The genre isn’t as popular in the U.S. as it used to be in the 80s and 90s when stars like Jackie Chan and Jet Li lit up the screen. That’s why it’s nice to go back to the classics. Thesemartial arts moviesin particular have a bit of romance in them as well....

Summary There are a lot of reasons to revisitEnter The Gungeon, the indieroguelike bullet hellfrom Dodgeroll Games. The game has a lot of replayability, even for long-time players, having had significant updates since its 2016 release. There are hundreds of guns and items to unlock, many bosses to fight, secrets to discover, and different modes to run. One of the most interesting parts ofEnter The Gungeon’s roguelike designis its item synergies....

Summary TheAvengers: Doomsdaycast is preparing to assemble for the film’s production start, and one formerGuardians of the Galaxyactor seemingly hinted that they may join the team’s roster. Avengers: Doomsdayis scheduled to begin production in April 2025, with several MCU actors expected to reprise their roles as part of the ensemble cast. However, as of this writing, Robert Downey Jr. is the only officially listedAvengers: Doomsdaycast member. While some actors have beenspotted in London ahead ofAvengers: Doomsdaybeginning production in the city and others have said their involved, the titular’s team roster for the film has largely been a guessing game....

Kicking off Women’s History Month this March 5 is a showcase calledDames 4 Games, highlighting women and femme-identified people in the game industry through a series of mini-TED Talks focused on exciting projects in the industry. More than just talking the talk, Dames 4 Games founder Destinee Cleveland has walked the walk, being theprimary pen behind the recentMonster High: Skulltimate Secrets, which aimed to cater to young girl gamers. Cleveland spoke with Game Rant about the mission of Dames 4 Games, teasing what to expect from the upcoming showcase....