Quick Links With the Mariana’s Veil update,Fischnow features some new spots, including Abyssal Zenith. As the third layer of the deep trench, it’s set thousands of feet below the ocean, making it trickier to reach thanthe first two areas. But it’s worth the trip, as you’ll get the Rod of the Zenith and a shot at completing the area’s bestiary. The fish here have never seen sunlight, having dark and purple hues, and there’s even a secret creature lurking in the shadows for players to find....

Quick Links Players will have 5relationship tracks they can affectthroughout the game. Once players complete Tape 1 ofLost Records: Bloom & Rage,they will be able to see all their social standings from the choices they made. This includes the following for each of the 3 girls from the past: We’re Cool, New Friends, BFFs, and Something More… Players can also see their social standings for both Nora and Autumn in the present and if they were able to reconnect with themby the end of Tape 1....

Quick Links Amphoreus was released inHonkai: Star Rail3.0, marking a new planet for Trailblazers to trailblaze in. Not only new areas to explore and discover, but the place naturally comes with new characters as well. After seeing the humans and robots of Belobog, the long-lived beings of the Xianzhou, and the colorful life of Penacony, Amphoreus brings a whole new atmosphere with its Greek-inspired storyline. Characters who come inHSR3.1 are Tribbie and Mydei, precedingAglaea’s debut as the first Remembrance limited characterin the game....

Quick Links While exploring the world ofAvowed, players will stumble upon various totem fragments dedicated to one of the gods. The Idol of Violent Rebellion is part ofthe Totem of Defiance questthat players encounter in the Emerald Stair region. Although some of the totem fragments are in pretty obvious locations, this one can be a little tricky to find. So, here’s the exact location of the totem fragment in Emerald Stair....

Summary 2024 was relatively quiet forResident Evil,at least in terms of official information coming from developer Capcom. Last year sawResident Evilfans receive a less-than-desired or expected number of updates about forthcoming plans for the franchise. While it’s long been assumed the ninth numbered entry would be arriving after 2023’sRE4 Remake, rumors and leaks have since been swirling around the series regarding other possible projects. AlongsideRE9, remakes ofRE5,RE0, andCode Veronicaare all reportedly in the pipeline according to prominent figures, though Capcom has yet to comment on any of these....

Summary PopularTwitchstreamer Kai Cenat has revealed he will be streaming live from the Grammys, with the streamer reportedly gaining access to feature other celebrities on-stream. Kai Cenat has grown into one of the biggest sensations on the Amazon-owned streaming platform throughout recent years, smashing through records on Twitch and expanding his brand beyond streaming. Kai Cenat has often featured well-known internet personalities and celebrities on his streams, includingpopular musical artists like Chris Brownand Snoop Dogg among others....

Summary In most cases, the amnesia trope commonly used in video-game, film, and television stories is considered rather cliche due to its predictability and overuse as a narrative shortcut. However, the trope itself isn’t inherently bad, as it’s the execution of that story choice that matters at the end of the day. Fortunately,Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii’s use of the trope falls on the better side of execution, and it turns out to be theLike a Dragon/Yakuzaseries' boldest story choice yet because of that....

Summary Manor Lordsdeveloper Slavic Magic has teased significant gameplay changes in its next update.Manor Lordsplayers can expect the addition of a new map, a major overhaul of the progression system, and much more. Manor Lordsis a strategy game that blends city-building, large-scale tactical battles, and a detailed economic system, all wrapped in a visually rich medieval setting. Since it dropped into early access back in April 2024, the game has done exceptionally well, selling over a million copies in just its first 24 hours....

Summary Leaked audio hints that Angela, Odin’s long-lost daughter and Thor’s sister, could be coming toMarvel Rivals. NetEase has promised to add at least two new playable characters toMarvel Rivalsevery season, with the latest being The Thing and the Human Torch ofFantastic Fourfame. The legendary vampire hunter Blade has also been teased in a recentMarvel Rivalstrailer, though there is no word on when fans can expect to play him. The Marvel Universe is massive, and there have been many leaks and rumors aboutfutureMarvel Rivalsplayable characters....

Quick Links Marvel SNAP’s Sanctum Showdown event introduced three new characters, including Gorgon, the Japanese mutant who petrifies those who meet his gaze. As with every new card, his arrival raises two key questions: 1) Is he good? 2) What are the best Gorgon decks? This guide will answer both, helping you determine whether Gorgon is a strong addition and providing a blueprint for an optimal deck. Here’s everything you need to know aboutMarvel SNAP’s Tomi Shishido....

Summary Fans of theMonster Hunterfranchise have taken to social media with concerns that the series' latest entry,Monster Hunter Wilds, might prove to be too easy, especially for returning players.Monster Hunter Wildsis scheduled to make its debut on February 28 and already seems poised for success, as it’s currently sitting at an 89 on OpenCritic. Monster Hunter Wildsis a highly-anticipated action-roleplaying game that is a direct successor to the incredibly popularMonster Hunter: World....

Summary Quick Links The entire world seems to be busy talking aboutMy Hero Academia: Vigilantes(the newMy Hero Academiaspin-off series), and it’s almost like the debut cannot come any closer. But while the wait feels long, the series has dropped a new batch of character trailers that offer a glimpse into this darker, more street-level take on the world of heroes. My Hero Academia: Vigilantesintroduces viewers to a new cast of characters—Koichi Haimawari, Pop☆Step, and Knuckleduster—who operate outside the boundaries of the Pro Hero system....

Summary While morality is often ambiguous inKingdom Come: Deliverance 2, how ruthless players are as they go through the campaign will have an impact on the game’s ending. There are several key choices players have to make about whom to kill and who to spare, as well as a more general tracking of the player’s overall “honor.” That’s governed by things like whether players steal a lot, or take innocent lives....