Controlisn’t just one of the best games of 2019, but it’s also one of the most important games of the generation. In a time when it’s commonplace to see publishers and developers iterate on evergreen franchises, Remedy Entertainment delivered a game that was uncompromising in its nature. Most importantly, however, it did all that while boasting consistently high production values at a fraction of the AAA budget; igniting a renewed interest in the AA market....

The Indie video game market is pumping out Game of the Year contenders left, right, and center right now. This year alone, players have been able to enjoy stellar titles likeStray, Tunic, Sifu,Bear and Breakfast, andOlliOlli World, each of which offers a wholly unique experience that may have been inspired by some of the industry’s best, but manages to carve out its own distinctive identity.Cult of the Lambis the latest example of this....

Death is not a fresh concept to those within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), especially not the death of a parent. To start, there’s the unforgettable death of Tony Stark’s parents. While they may have been unfavored characters, their deathshaunted the Iron Man creatorand led him down many dark paths. Unfortunately, Wanda Maximoff and her brother Pietro suffered the same fate and in response, found themselves drawn to vengeance. And Sam Wilson?...

On the heels of a successfulMass Effect Remastered Trilogylaunch, BioWare is already hard at work on its next game,Dragon Age 4. However, unlike theMass Effecttrilogy, it will not be coming to the PS4 and Xbox One consoles. BioWare has seemingly made the decision to leave last-gen consoles behind, whether gamers are ready or not. Sources are pointing to the LinkedIn profile of a former employee as evidence thatBioWare is developingDragon Age 4for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles only....

Today,Electronic Artsannounced its acquisition of Metalhead Software, thedeveloper behind theSuper Mega Baseballseries. This is a purchase that may finally fill a gap in EA Sports' library of sports games, so long as the studio does not suffer the fate of others acquired by the publisher. ConsideringEAis well known for its yearly release of games for almost every major sport, its lack of baseball games has left a noticeable gap in its library....

Summary Following some testing, oneElden Ringfan has recently found out that the final boss inShadow of the Erdtreecan be cheesed with Hefty Rot Pots. Their discovery could help other players deal with theElden Ringexpansion’s ultimate challenge. Major Shadow of the Erdtree spoilers ahead. Prime Radahn has been giving fans a lot of trouble ever since the critically acclaimed DLC launched on June 21. Between his complex moveset, high stats, and the tendency to obscure the player’s vision with incessant AoE spam, Radahn’s revived form is already widely considered to be thehardest boss inElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and possibly the most difficult challenge FromSoftware’s Soulsbornes have delivered to date....

Summary Elden Ringplayers are likely more than a little familiar with the Misbegotten. The terrifying chimeric creatures can pose a significant threat to players at many points in their adventure, regardless of their variation. Like most creatures in FromSoftware games, the Misbegotten are closely tied to thehistory ofElden Ring’s world, and examining the lore behind them can help shed a bit of light on the Golden Order’s prejudiced reign and the very nature of reality in The Lands Between....

The Glintstone Scarab may not look like a Helm at first, but, yes,Elden Ringplayers can wear this beetle on their heads. And although this piece of equipment will increase damage taken, wearing it slightly reduces FP cost whencasting sorceries. Players will only be able to find the Glintstone Scarab by traveling to the region north of Limgrave, called Liurnia, and going to theAcademy of Raya Lucaria. This area is full of dangerous enemies that can cast loads of ranged spells, so players should be prepared before heading inside....

If there’s one thing that technology is capable of, it’s advancing human civilization forward in ways that were never thought possible before. It can also allow primates to control video games with their minds. That’s the success story behindElon Musk’sneutotechnology company, Neuralink, which has apparently succeeded inhooking a monkey’s mind up to the classic arcade gamePong. As arguably one of the world’s most famous entrepreneurs, Elon Musk is generally known for being the mastermind behind some elaborate and complex projects....

Sony PlayStation shocked the world when they unveiled the design for the newestPlayStation 5controller. There is only one DualSense design to choose from, but this is subject to change in the future. Perhaps a one-toned design will work with successors or a different palette altogether. RELATED:10 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do In Demon’s Souls PS5 Controller-based speakers haven’t worked as well in the past, yet DualSense has brought the feature to new heights with unprecedented realism....

Ghost of Tsushima: Director’s Cutis almost here, and with it fans will get a ton of new content for the game. Not only will the official PS5 version be available, but they will also be able tovisit Iki Islandand continue their fight against tyranny. In celebration of the imminent release of the expansion, Sucker Punch has shared a launch trailer for the Director’s Cut. While it shows off a few moments from the base game’s story, it focuses heavily on the beautiful and stunning landscape of Iki Island....

Quick Links InHonkai: Star Rail, the Relic Sets are an important system that can greatly enhance the strength of characters. These sets function similarly to the artifact sets inGenshin Impact, providing unique bonuses and effects when equipped to a character. Relic Sets come in different rarities, up to 5 stars, with higher rarity sets providing generally stronger bonuses and ability to upgrade further. The addition of Relic Sets adds an extra layer of strategy and customization to the game, allowing players to tailor their characters to fit their play style and objectives....

Blending high octane action, nuanced character development, a compelling storyline, and an elaborately detailed art style that leaves little to the imagination,MAPPA Studio’sadaptation of Tatsuki Fujimoto’s highly acclaimed mangaChainsaw Man, did well to address the hype that it had built up prior to its release. However, where the anime has succeeded above all else, is perhaps in the most fundamental facet of its presentation — the animation itself. Even back in September last year, when the official trailer dropped, there was much anticipation regarding the series' visual style and presentation, and each weekly episode release has only served to reinforce the incredibly high standards that were expected from the very beginning....