Genshin Impact Has a Co-op Problem

Though players in the east are more familiar with gacha gameplay formats, players in the west have been awestruck by the free-to-play Chinese gameGenshin Impact. Though it’s a massive open-world action-adventure RPG, it features dozens of hours of completely free content. The main draw ofGenshin Impactis winning rare characters through its version of the gacha system, but influencers such as Twitch and YouTube streamers have proven F2P players can get through to late-game content as well....

August 4, 2025 · 5 min · 1006 words · Holly Bailey

Gotham Knights Gets 10 New Minutes of Gameplay

Fans are counting down the weeks untilGotham Knights,the latest open-world crime-fighting title fromArkham Originsdeveloper WB Montreal, is released. While the game faced some delays back in 2021,Gotham Knightshas recently moved up its release date, something that is almost unknown in the modern video game world, what with so many developers having to inform fans of the unfortunate decision to push a launch back. As the new release date forGotham Knightslooms, WB Games Montreal has been showing more and more of what fans can expect when they return to Gotham....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Kristy Ortiz

GTA Online: How to Make Money Fast

GTA Onlineis all about getting money fast, no matter how illegally players might come by it. As soon asGTA Onlineplayers finish the tutorial, they are thrown into a world of corruption, lies, and heists. If players are looking to rack up more numbers in theirGTAbank accounts fast, they may need some help getting started. It’s Difficult to Make Money The main objective ofGTA Onlineis to make money. Cars and upgrades are extremely expensive compared to what player’s get paid for an average job....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 797 words · Amy Joyce

Honkai: Star Rail Leak Teases New Characters Feixiao and Yunli

Summary The latestHonkai: Star Railleak disclosed new information about Feixiao and Yunli, giving fans an idea of their abilities. Following the release of the version 2.3 beta test, leaks about some new characters, such as Jiaoqiu, Feixiao, Yunli, and Screwllum, have emerged online. One piece of information obtained from leakers suggested that these units will be obtainable inHonkai: Star Rail’s version 2.4 and beyond. Information aboutHonkai: Star Rail’s Feixiao and Yunli is still scarce, but it’s known that they both belong to the Xianzhou Alliance....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 522 words · Janet Donovan

How Lightyear's Tonal Shift Points Toward A Recipe For Success With Long-Running Franchises

Following the recent release of the trailer forLightyear, many fans were quick to point out how much more seriously this movie might take itself than theToy Storyfranchise. The intense visuals of space travel, determined looks, and a David Bowie backing track meant that this movie would certainly stand apart from the world of living toys. While this apparent shift in tone might seem somewhat jarring to those that were used to the often more light-heartedToy Storymovies, it’s ultimately nothing new for long-running franchises....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 788 words · Kristopher Sanchez

Minecraft Fan Builds Incredible Custom PC Based on Bees From the Game

Ever since they were introduced intoMinecraftin a major update in late 2019, the buzzy bees have charmed players, pollinating flowers and providing resources such as honey. Now oneMinecraftfan has paid tribute to the buzzy bee mobs by designing a custom PC in the style of the bees, complete with honeycomb accents and 3D printed decorations. Minecraft’s buzzy bees are passive mobs that were introduced in version 1.15,first included inMinecraftSnapshot 19W34A. Bees don’t hurt players unless the player attacks first, and there are good reasons to keep bees happy....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 444 words · Terri Gonzalez

Most Iconic Video Game Pacifists

Video games and fighting are no strangers to one another. Most games have combat mechanics baked into their design, and so many video games have stories of battles between the forces of good and evil, wars being fought between nations or simply protagonists who have some need to turn to aggression to achieve their aims. Related:Most Optimstic Video Game Heroes But sometimes we seevideo game characters who reject this outlook and do everything they can to avoid violence, whether that’s only fighting back when absolutely necessary, or finding alternate ways to stand up for themselves....

August 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1172 words · Alec Henderson

My Hero Academia: Fastest Characters, Ranked

My Hero Academia’sworld is filled with some incredibly skilled fighters who excel at different aspects of combat. While some make use of their superhuman strength in combat, others are great at strategizing and using wits to get the better of their opponents. RELATED:My Hero Academia: Understanding Stain’s Twisted Ideology At the same time, there exist those who make use of their incredible speed to overwhelm those who they face in combat....

August 4, 2025 · 5 min · 936 words · Tyler Tran

New PSN Avatars Teased by PlayStation

With a new generation right around the corner, there are many details that have the video game world excited. From the new intricacies of platform menus toeven new additions to achievements and trophies, in just under two weeks fans will get the chance to experience them all first hand. Yet one company is adding a little more to its current gen console in preparation for its upcoming hardware release. The official PlayStation Twitter account uploaded a PlayStation 4 screen capture showing off a new set of avatars coming to the platform soon....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Jennifer Martinez

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl Adding New Character This Week

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawlis adding a new character to the roster this week in the form of a familiar and lovable wallaby. Rocko fromRocko’s Modern Lifewill be the 25th and latest character added to the game’s roster, as previously announced. Developers Ludosity and Fair Play Labs also thanked fans for their continuing support of and feedback onNickelodeon All-Star Brawlas it enters its second year. With a lineup that includes classic Nickelodeon characters from fan-favorite shows likeSpongebob Squarepants,Jimmy Neutron, andAvatar: The Last Airbender, the developers are keeping up the ode to the cartoons with a wide variety of fighters spanning the several decades since the channel’s beginning....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 471 words · Carlos Banks

No Rest For The Wicked: Best Consumable Items To Stock Up On

No Rest For The Wickedis the latest game from Moon Studios, the developers ofOri And The Blind Forest. It’san action-RPGwith challenging combat that’sreminiscent ofDark Soulswith its focus on parrying, stamina management, and well-telegraphed enemy attacks. No Rest For The Wickedalso includes its own abundance of mechanics and systems, including cooking and crafting. As a result, there are a plethora of items for players to find in the game, and plenty of consumables....

August 4, 2025 · 5 min · 879 words · David Harris

One Piece: Worst Decisions Made By Sanji

Sanji, the charismatic chef of the Straw Hat Pirates inEiichiro Oda’s great epic tale,One Piece, has embarked on countless adventures throughout the series. Throughout the show, he displays his deep-seated values and culinary prowess. However, even the most beloved characters can make decisions that leave fans questioning their judgment. Sanji’s journey features moments where his choices, even though they are often rooted in his strong moral code, unexpectedly lead to dire consequences....

August 4, 2025 · 5 min · 859 words · Jasmine Hoffman

Playdate Console Pre-Orders Sell Out Almost Instantly

Upcoming specialty handheld game consolePlaydaterecently went up for pre-order, with the entire initial production order selling out almost instantly. The Playdate is a retro-inspired,indie handheld game consolewith very modest specs and a few modern upgrades. The device has clearly grabbed the attention of many gamers, selling out its primary order of 20,000 units in a single day when pre-orders first went up on July 29th. More units are planned to ship in 2022, with production numbers being adjusted for increasing demand....

August 4, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Kristen Wiggins