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Gaming today is nothing like it was ten or twenty years ago. Studios have continued to fine-tune the development process, delivering new titles withlife-like graphicsand refined mechanics. However, it doesn’t hurt to reminisce about howvisiting arcade shopsin the old days was enough to scratch one’s entertainment itch. TheArcade1Up Mortal Kombat II deluxe arcade machineis now 10% off atAmazonand other online retailers, making it even more perfect for players keen on reigniting that childhood passion....

Summary TheEpic Games Storefree game for March 13 isMortal Shell, but there’s a bonus freebie for PC gamers to look forward to as well.Epic Games Storeusers have been treated to a wide variety of free games in 2025 so far, with plenty more on the way. While there’s always a chance Epic Games will stop giving away free games on the platform, it hasn’t made any indication that it plans on doing so in the near future....

The weapons of theFinal Fantasyseries have long been emblematic of the series' creative prowess. Just as its characters' designs manage to reflect the worlds they inhabit, so too do their weapons become symbolic of the greater history of their stories. Some, like Tidus' Brotherhood sword, stand as a reminder of the calamity caused by Spira’s Sin while tying into the oceanic aesthetics of its environment, while others, like Squall’s Gunblade, play into the edginess of its time, subverting the outlandishness of their concepts through carefully crafted designs....

Marvel Rivals’ roster of nearly 37 characters is astounding and showcases how expansive the Marvel pantheon’s breadth is. Equally as thrilling, though, is the handful of mapsMarvel Rivalscurrently features and the iconic Marvel settings they represent. Anyone familiar with Marvel lore will surely be familiar with Asgard and Hydra, while a bit more deep-diving may be needed to learn about Klyntar. One ofMarvel Rivals’ newest maps, Midtown, is easily its most recognizable yet with landmarks in a packed New York City referencing characters such as Daredevil and Dazzler....

Summary Xboxis ending February with two massive game sales for players to check out, featuring huge discounts on a plethora of AAA titles, includingIndiana Jones and the Great Circle, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Dragon Age: The Veilguard​​​​, and many more. According to theXboxstore page, both of the respective sales are live until March 3, so gamers will need to act fast if they want to take advantage of these epic deals....

Summary After plenty of teases, HoYoverse finally confirms the start date and time for Version 1.6 ofZenless Zone Zero’s special program livestream. Similar to HoYoverse’s other live service titles, the content cycle rolls on withZenless Zone Zero, as Version 1.6 is now right around the corner. Currently, fans have been enjoying Version 1.5, which introduced players to Astra Yao and her bodyguard, Evelyn Chevalier, during an in-game New Year’s style celebration....

For those interested in classic RPGs, theFinal Fantasy I-VI Collection Anniversary Editionis currently available at a reduced price on Amazon. This bundle, which brings together the first six games in the long-running series, is now priced at $54.99, down from its usual $74.99. With updated visuals, refined audio, and gameplay enhancements, this collection allows both longtime fans ofFinal Fantasyand newcomers to experience these amazing titles from the 80s and 90s in a format suited for modern platforms....

Summary Marvel Cinematic Universefans have recently been allowed to see what Anthony Mackie can offer the franchise on the big screen viaCaptain America: Brave New World. He was able to interact with several new characters in the MCU alongside some old faces, which gave people a clear idea of what his version of the iconic Avenger will provide moving forward. It’s obvious he’s going to continue wearing the shield in an important manner, and that should lead to some bigger opportunities within the MCU....

Summary Avowedis finally available, and Obsidian has already released a sizable update for the fantasy action RPG. Gameplay that reminded players ofSkyrimand a universe that acts as a spiritual successor toBaldur’s Gatemade the game one of the most hyped releases of 2025, and so far, it’s largely held up to expectations. Still, no title is ever perfect at launch, soAvowedis introducing some major fixes upfront while detailing longer-term plans. Less than a day after its release,Avowedbecame the top-selling game on Steamin the US and saw an influx of early modding activity....

Summary Kingdom Come Deliverance 2is the sequel to the acclaimed and incredibly popularKingdom Come Deliverance. Set immediately following the ending of the first game,Kingdom Come Deliverance 2sees Henry once more downtrodden and without coin, wherein players must re-establish Henry in order to complete his objective. After the events of the prologue, Henry is without gear and players must build up their stock of weapons, food, coin, and, of course, armor. Armor plays a crucial role inKingdom Come Deliverance 2, making the challenging combat slightly more forgiving....

Summary Horde survival is often a feature of RTS games, but it’s less often that games focus on horde defense. There have been plenty of interesting takes on the genre that do lean into horde survival as the central mechanic, though. Pitting players against endless waves of enemies or a constantly respawning threat can be a good way to keep tensions high as players progress through other objectives. It’s easy for these kinds of mechanics to become frustrating and stressful if handled poorly....

Summary Since Microsoft arrived relatively late to the video game industry, the company knew that it had to releaseits originalXboxconsole with hard-hitting launch titles that would help it stand out. This plan worked, because that system was a critical and commercial success from the get-go. Unfortunately, the Xbox family of systems gradually stopped focusing on high-quality titles that would be available to buy on day one, but there is still a fair share of noteworthy launch titles that can be found throughout its extensive history....

Summary TheFar Crygames certainly know how to kick off their stories with a bang, featuring some of the most memorable and action-packed intro sequences in video game history. However, this can often overshadow the game’s endings, which also tend to be very unexpected and surprising, but there’s always still a final line, to sum up the adventure and to act as a final sendoff to the player after their long and arduous journey....