Summary Xbox’s latest February 2025 system update has introduced some handy upgrades toXbox Cloud Gaming. The list of changes includes an expanded suite of streamableXboxtitles, as well as a new way to invite friends to a multiplayer game instantly. First launched in beta form in September 2020, Xbox Cloud Gaming has been gradually evolving over the years. The service debuted with lofty ambitions, allowing players to stream their favorite Xbox games across devices without needing a console....

Summary A new leak fromZenless Zone Zerois hinting at the introduction of a brand-new faction with the Version 1.6 update, associated with new characters Silver Soldier Anby and Trigger. Beyond a character’s main attribute and class, factions have served as one of the most important ways of identifying and grouping characters within the HoYoverse urban action RPG. A character’s “Additional Ability” often benefits from being paired with characters from other factions, liketeaming Miyabi up with other members of Section 6....

Summary Sekiro: Shadows Die Twicewas a major deviation from FromSoftware’s usual soulslike gameplay, with a main feature being the difference in combat. Focusing on deflection rather than dodging,Sekirohas become known for its combat, often cited as the best in FromSoft’s repertoire of games. Another feature present inSekirois Combat Arts; damaging abilities that the player can use with a range of different effects. Some are the regular damage dealing attacks, while others should be used for specific scenarios, while still others can completely obliterate enemies....

Quick Links The Pizza Oven inHello Kitty Island Adventureis one of several machines you may use to make gifts for Hello Kitty and her friends. Like all crafting machines inIsland Adventure, the Pizza Oven requires x1 base ingredient, and another ingredient(s) to make different types of pizza. There are two characters with pizza as their 3-heart gift, so you should unlock the Pizza Oven and upgrade it as soon as you can if you want to raise your friendship quicker....

The following contains minor spoilers forAvowed’s introduction. As far as new IPs go, Obsidian Entertainment’sAvowedisn’t typical, as it acts more as a genre shift for the developer’sPillars of Eternityseries. Set in the same universe asPillars of Eternity,Avowedtakes players to theLiving Lands of Eora, where they have been sent by the Aedyran Emperor to investigate a plague known as the “Dreamscourge.” With the deep lore and world-building thatPillars of Eternityis known for, it would make sense forAvowedto ensure players are introduced to that lore in such a way that makes them care about it....

The open-world genre has come an incredibly long way in a rather short amount of time. Though the open-world genre can trace its roots back to early classics like1986’sThe Legend of Zelda, the genre as we know it today really started to take form in the early 2000s with the release of seminal titles likeGrand Theft Auto 3. In the two decades since, the open-world genre has become a dominant part of the gaming world....

Avowed’s four companions each play a unique role in battle, from Yatzli’s high-level spells to Giatta’s ability to support the Envoy with her animancy. Of the four, the aumaua Kai is one of the most physical. He’sAvowed’stank, charged with taking hits so the Envoy and the more fragile spellcasters in their retinue can safely carry out their roles. His unique combat skills and abilities focus on survivability and taunting foes, and despite his water-themed appearance as a coastal aumaua, Kai boasts powerful fire skills that can be used both in and out of battle....

Summary Humble Bundleis offering six deckbuilder games at a major discount, which will be particularly appealing for fans ofBalatro.The poker roguelike game by developer LocalThunk was an instant hit when it released in February 2024, offering a single-player experience that was equally easy to pick up and challenging to master.Balatrocurrently enjoys a 92 critic score on OpenCritic and an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam from over 100,000 reviews. The addictive deckbuilder has won several awards, including Best Indie Game from Golden Joystick and three accolades each from The Game Awards 2024 and DICE 2025....

Summary Avowedhas a lot of quality-of-life improvements that more RPGs should take into consideration regarding the inventory system. For example, players can send any unwanted loot back to camp without having to burden a Companion like Kai to carry loot around like the pack muleallies of theFalloutseries. That said, some things are more confusing about equipping gear. It isn’t as simple as putting on armor to get better stats. There is more to consider like stamina reduction and percentages rather than hard numbers....

There is a world beyond the one presented to untrained eyes; one that, once seen, alters the consciousness and makes life among the uninitiated nigh impossible. This is the world of the occult, where knowledge and power come together as one, where obscure rituals are transcendental tools for remaking and unmaking reality. While exploring the occult takes hours of research, meditation, and practice (and a toll on the old sanity) it makes for an instantly compelling subject matter in video games....

Summary InKingdom Come: Deliverance 2players travel through Bohemia during the medieval era as a Nobleman’s page named Henry. Henry gets in all kinds of trouble, from quarreling lords to murderous cutthroats. Increasing Henry’s stats is a major part of the gameplay, but stealth, in particular, deserves special attention. Stealth is a skill that allows players to move around without being seen or heard. It includes thievery, lockpicking, and camouflage. While stealth is a skill players can level up by doing certain activities, it is also affected by Henry’s clothes....

Summary There are dozens of Unique Armoravailable inAvowedfor players to choose from, but the reality is that some of them are simply better than others. Be it by its specs, or the special perks these rare pieces of equipment have, they are often one notch above all others in terms of utility and protection levels. And since most players will prefer to have an optimized build to face many dangerous enemies in the Living Lands, havingthe best unique armorfor every occasion is a must....

The bravest characters in theKingdom Heartsfranchise are the fans. That may sound like a joke but it’s true. Fans are at least the most patient in the franchise because they have had to wait through long delays between sequels many times. From weird in-between spinoffs to trailers being shown and then forgotten about for years, they go through a lot. Kingdom Hearts 4was unveiled in 2022and there has been no substantial news or footage since....