TheAnimal Crossingfranchise is a life sim with a uniquely Nintendo twist. You’ll spend your days collecting seashells, decorating your home, fishing,creating custom designsand a whole array of other carefree pursuits. RELATED:Animal Crossing: 10 Things From Old Games New Horizons Cut Despite allthe adorable anthropomorphic animals,though, the experience is also firmly tied to the real world. The clock and calendar syncs with real life and Nintendo has taken care to implement a lot of real festivals, events and holidays into the series....

Each newHalloweenmovie has been highly anticipated, with fans eager to watch Jamie Lee Curtis return as the beloved, tough, wonderful character Laurie Strode. In the 2018 film, fans meet Laurie’s family: her daughter Karen Nelson (Judy Greer) and her granddaughter Allyson (Andi Matichak). It’s especially interesting seeing Judy Greer in these films as the talented actress doesn’t tend to appear in horror movies and has played some more comedic roles over the years....

While Ross and Matt Duffer are known forStranger Things,the Duffer Brothers wrote and directed for film and TV before becoming famous for the story of Hawkins, Indiana. They wrote four episodes ofWayward Pines, the adaptation of Blake Crouch’s science-fiction book series, and also wrote and directed the 2015 horror movieHidden. AlthoughHiddenmay not be well known, at least not as popular as the series that the writers/directors/producers would go on to create, the Duffers Brothers explore similar themes as their hit Netflix series....

During PlayStation 5’sgameplay reveal eventearlier in the month, developer IO Interactive was given the chance to showcase the next entry in its long-running assassination series,Hitman 3. Once again starring Agent 47,Hitman 3is a direct sequel to 2018sHitman 2and will act as the “dramatic conclusion” to the World of Assassination trilogy that first started withHitman (2016)and introduced a new episodic mission structure that focused on player choice and replayability. IO Interactive originally envisioned the trilogy as a “games as a service” like platform that would expand and evolve over time....

With discussion aroundThe Elder Scrolls 6still being fervent despite its far-off release date, it is worth exploring how past elements of the wider franchise may come into play in the title. While things like game mechanics and scale are worth talking about, more lore-specific aspects of the IP could have fascinating permeations if they reappear in the franchise’s next installment. Vampirism is one of these elements that could have huge implications forThe Elder Scrolls 6, especially if the rumors about the title being set in Hammerfell are true....

Quick Links Professional wrestling is popular on account of its ability to mix the athleticism and competitiveness you see in standard sports, along with the pre-meditated drama and plot twists that come with telling a story. In the blink of an eye, some of WWE’s best performers can turn a match on its head with a devastating finishing move. InWWE 2K24, you can replicate the incredible moments of superstars like Shawn Michaels by performing a catch finisher and bringing a match to a shocking halt with one fell swoop....

When it comes to music, Heart Machine’s upcoming rogueliteHyper Light Breakerhas some big shoes to fill, since the 2016Hyper Light DrifterOST is widely considered to be one of the best video game soundtracks in recent memory. BAFTA-nominated composer Joel Corelitz is well-equipped for the challenge, however, with an impressive resume that includes co-composing forHalo Infinitealong with working on other noteworthy titles likeSolar Ash,Eastward, and Hideo Kojima’sDeath Stranding. Game Rant recently sat down with Corelitz to discuss his work withHyper Light Breaker, and he gave some valuable insight into his creative process, the tools he uses, and his approach to creating the score for a successor to the 2016indie gameclassic....

Hyakkaou Academy is home to one of the most overpowered Student Councils of all time, as the President of this prestigious group essentially rules the entire nation. Many influential figureheads have gullible children who are just ripe for the picking, most of which inevitably end up indebted to the Council for life. RELATED:Most Overpowered Student Councils In Anime The following characters will be assessed by their respective positions in the Student Council inKakegurui - Compulsive GamblerandKakegurui TwinbeforeYumeko Jabami knocks certain candidates out of the big leagues....

Set in theMedieval times,Manor Lordsis a challenging game in which you step into the shoes of a medieval lord, wage wars, and aim to claim more regions. This game gives you complete control over the villagers, and you can direct them to tasks likebuilding a town. However, accomplishing this task isn’t as easy as it sounds and requires you to play your cards right as you need to manage your workers efficiently....

Minami Laneis an adorable management game in which players are given control of a single street, the titular Minami Lane. They must run various businesses to attract tourists, manage the businesses' menus, keep customers happy, and befriend adorable cats and tanuki (raccoon dogs) who also call the street their home.Minami Lane’sdevelopers started with the goal of making a “tiny game” that is a complete, satisfying experience without becoming too large in scope....

Capcom’s latest foray into theMonster Hunterseries withMonster Hunter Risehas seen great success, quickly becoming one of the developer’s best-selling games this year, as well as one of the best-selling Switch titles this year. Adding new features like the Palamute buddies, Wirebugs, and all-new Rampage mode,Monster Hunter Riseis also receiving regular updates for fans to enjoy. Last month, aMonster HunterDigital Event introduced fans tothe 2.0 update forMonster Hunter Rise,revealing the addition of the Elder Dragons Teostra and Kushala Daora to the game, as well as Layered Armor, an unlocked Hunter Rank cap, and other new features....

As the current gaming year comes to a close, fans have been given more than enough content to be excited about in the foreseeable future.The Game Awards 2022was a massive hit with players, as it showcased tons of new games. From highly-anticipated reveals likeTekken 8andStreet Fighter 6to the announcement of the next game from the developers ofLife is Strange, the Game Awards 22 has delivered on all fronts. Related:The Best Action RPGs To Play If You Like Dark Souls...

Summary The following contains spoilers for My Hero Academia Chapter 383, “Meek Spirits”. My Hero Academiacharactershave some of the most weird and wonderful character designs, and often they live up to their own names. Author Kohei Horikoshi’s inspiration being western comics is evident in the series and a lot of work went into the current look and feel of the series. While it’s quite obvious that no author ever settles on the first design they come up with, Horikoshi’s preliminary character designs for the majority of his characters communicate entirely different personalities, and one of the most pervasive changes is in the character design of fan-beloved character Mina Ashido....