Monolith’sWonder Womangame has unfortunately come to a sad end, as Warner Bros. has confirmed that both the game and the studio are being shut down.Wonder Womanhad been in development for a while, and after production shake-ups and reboots, Warner Bros. ultimately decided to pull the plug. It has now been four years since the game was originally announced back at the 2021 Game Awards. Since then, Monolith has kept fairly quiet about the production, with the most notable pieces of information coming from leaks and rumors....

The following contains spoilers for SAKAMOTO DAYS Episode 9, “All Aboard”, available onNetflix. Summary Quick Links The ninth episode ofSAKAMOTO DAYSwas an “all’s well that ends well” conclusion to The Lab Arc, which explored Shin’s unique childhood and how he got his powers, with a final battle between Sakamoto and Kashima taking place parallel to the showdown between Kashima’s lackey in the invisible suit, Seba, and the trio of Shin, Heisuke and Piisuke....

Summary Adaptations of any piece of media, regardless of their medium, can sometimes be met with contention from fans of the original—questioning the point of the former’s existence. The notion that films, video games, books, and so on should be enjoyed as originally intended is valid, but adaptations—handled with care and respect for the source material—can act as elevating counterparts. Horror bookshave served as a source of inspiration for many films, and the same can be done for video games....

RPGs have come a long way since their TTRPG and wargaming roots, with some of the best modern RPGs taking massive influence from the action genre. For gamers who hate turn-based combat, the action-RPG is absolutely the way to go, and they’ve proven extremely popular. However, just because the mechanical complexity of hardcore RPGs may have dissipated doesn’t mean action RPGs are any less complicated. In fact, whether it be due to extreme skill trees, brutal difficulty, or simple obtuseness, some great action RPGs have really steep learning curves for beginners....

Summary While manga fans love staying up-to-date as they witness the creator’s vision in its purest form, most people prefer watching anime adaptations that add motion and color to the proceedings. It does a great job of keeping fans engaged as everything happening on-screen is easier to digest. However, given that a weekly anime episode covers more content than a weekly manga chapter, it’s only a matter of time before these adaptations run the risk of catching up to the source material....

Obsidian Entertainment’s much-anticipated forthcoming title,Avowed,is soon ready to launch, bringing fans a new adventure set in the land of Eora first introduced in the studio’s CRPG series,Pillars of Eternity.Avowedwill shift to an action-RPG FPS design and send players to investigate a previously unexplored part of the dark fantasy world while navigating political, philosophical, and moral issues. As they grapple with the situation at hand and interact with the various characters involved, players will need to make choices both great and small that impact the flow of the story, sometimes in unforeseen ways....

Obsidian’sAvowedsends players on a spell-binding adventure full of secrets and possibilities. Among the powerful weapons and armor you’re able to find along your journey, you’ll also find secret passages and rooms that contain hidden treasures. Players looking to complete their achievement lists will need to ensure they leave no stone unturned as they progress through the game’s thrilling narrative. Some of the title’s secrets can be uncovered as early as the opening mission, so this guide will shed some light onhow to find the hidden room in Fort Northreach and earn the Hawkeye achievement inAvowed....

There is a diverse abundance offirst-person indie gameson the market, and while many of them are FPS titles, others use the first-person perspective for other means. The first-person perspective allows for an experience that’s typically more immersive, allowing for some tremendously atmospheric titles. These games are not typical first-person shooters, and many of them aren’t shooters at all. Instead, they cover a broad variety of genres. From first-person survival simulators to immersive-sims, there’s something here for all kinds of players....

Summary Marvel’s Spider-Man 2has been released on the PC after only initially being available to play on the PlayStation 5. The launch of the sequel to 2018’sMarvel’s Spider-Manwas more than a little shaky due to various bugs and glitches. However, this hasn’t stopped modders from doing what they do best with the game. There are plenty of mods available for those wanting to playSpider-Man 2on the PC, from mods that change up the suits that Spidey dons to mods that make environmental changes....

Quick Links If players wish to start the Breaking Through quest, then they must complete the Monkey Business quest inDisney Dreamlight Valley. Upon unlocking the realm of Agrabah and managing to reunite Jasmine and Aladdin, Dreamers help them complete some tasks as the area is filled with dangerous obstacles and sandstorms. At the end ofthe Monkey Business quest inDDV, you are given an amulet with three gemstones to protect yourself from sandstorms....

Quick Links Summary Captain America: Brave New Worldpromises to extend the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s legacy by following a beloved Avenger into fresh challenges. Marvel’s cinematic offerings have always thrived on intense action, compelling character arcs, and stories that continuously push the boundaries of the superhero genre. Yet there is one earlier film in the franchise that often gets overshadowed and needs more love, especially afterCaptain America: Brave New World—despite delving into powerful themes and offering a darker, more complex narrative than many might recall....

While players come toSid Meier’s Civilizationin an attempt to make their mark on history, the focus of the franchise has always been on winning the day. Much like a board game, players spend their entire time trying to achieve one of the many victories the games offer. Over the years, each entry has shaken victories up and even injected a few new ones into the mix. WithSid Meier’s Civilization 7, Firaxis is once again doing just that, but this time around, something seems to be missing....

Summary Classic BioWare RPGNeverwinter Nightshas received a major new piece of DLC 23 years after its original release. The newNeverwinter Nightsexpansion continues the story of the Hero of Neverwinter, titledDoom of Icewind Dale. Neverwinter Nightswas initially released in 2002, with several expansions coming in the years that followed. It was eventually followed up by a sequel,Neverwinter Nights 2, which was developed by Obsidian Entertainment rather than BioWare. Both games received positive reviews, although it was the original that was viewed more favorably in general....