2023 has been a bit of a mixed year forXbox Game Pass, with some extremely high highs, and some really low lows, but the further fans get into the year, the more things seem to be leveling out.July 2023’s Xbox Game Pass line-upfeatured some great titles, withGrand Theft Auto 5being the standout pull for the month, and thankfully, August 2023’s Xbox Game Pass selection is already looking fairly healthy. While just four games have been confirmed for Xbox Game Pass in August 2023 so far, all four are great....

For those who have been playing the game through its many phases, it will be easier to see howDestiny 2has changed over the years and how it has improved both in terms of gameplay and narrative.Destiny 2is a daunting game to get into, but one that knows how to reward its players with constant content drops, exciting new gear, great sci-fi storytelling, and plenty of updates that show Bungie is self-aware and listening to feedback....

Apex Legendsis gearing up for its Season 19, which will introduce a brand-new Legend: Conduit. The latest addition to the battle royale/hero shooter’s roster is a versatile support with a bright personality, whose teasers have keptApex Legendsfans abuzz with speculation. Ignite is set to arrive next Tuesday, October 31. Game Rant recently had the opportunity to speak with the writers and designers at Respawn Entertainment about the creation of Conduit, and the other major updates coming toApex Legends....

Summary TheBorderlandsseries is still going strong, and as players await the potential of aBorderlands4, it’s time to look back at some of the characters that made the series so iconic.Borderlandsis a wild franchise, and as players immerse themselves in Pandora and beyond, they’re going to come across a few faces, who exhibit hilarity, charm, or a killer personality. TheBorderlandsseries hasn’t shied away from its characters, and whether some find them annoying or simply too much, there are those who utterly adore them....

Whether it be sweet or savory, seeing images of food can make people hungry. The interaction with food adds an extra level to that hunger when added into games. There are plenty of video games out there that have snacks and meals as a side element to the game, such asstew and bread inSkyrimgiving the player a bit of health or a special effect. But some games make desserts and meals an important part of the gameplay....

Summary Horror and romance genres are often seen as two entirely different domains, yet a blend of these two popular niches can offer an exhilarating experience. Elements of love are often foundembedded in horror narratives, with romantic obsessions and forbidden love tropes usually leading to murderous rampages. Manga tend to follow such storylines with the Yandere archetype, a type of obsessive character willing to go to any lengths, even murder, for their obsession....

Final Fantasy XVtook around 10 years to make.The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrimtook around 6 years to make. BothThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntandCyberpunk 2077took around three-four years to develop. It’s a well-known fact that RPGs take a long time to make, and that’s understandable considering their complex narratives, large worlds, andinnovative gameplay. However, there have been some amazing RPGs to come out that have been developed in even less than two years....

Summary Recent reports have revealed thatBlizzardhas made significant layoffs that have affected its workforce, including an employee who had dedicated 18 years to the company. These layoffs are reportedly connected to a restructuring within theBlizzardteam ofHearthstone, sparking some controversy. Blizzard Entertainment, the well-known developer responsible for iconic titles likeWorld of WarcraftandDiablo, has been plagued by ongoing issues related to its treatment of employees. Reports of a demanding work culture, unexpected layoffs, and internal conflicts withinBlizzard including workplace harassment and abuse, have tarnished the company’s reputation....

Even before the popularity of battle royale games andWarzone,Call of Dutyhas always had a degree of a cheating problem in its multiplayer. Ever since the popularity ofCall of Duty 4on consoles and PC, like many other online competitive games, plenty of exploits like aimbots, “god mode” invincibility mods, among other hacks and tactics were employed to give cheaters an edge. That problem has persisted in basically every subsequent entry since, slowly growing in size as the popularity ofCall of Dutycontinued to rise....

Summary Fans of theHitmanfranchise have a good reason to be excited for the coming future as one of the series’ classic games will soon be getting the remaster treatment.Hitman: Blood Money — Reprisalhas just been announced on the occasion of IO Interactive’s 25th anniversary. WhileHitman’s World of Assassinationtrilogy is undoubtedly a hugely successful soft rebootof the beloved stealth video game series, it’s important to note that the earlier entries in the franchise also hold a special place in the hearts of long-time fans....

Despite the ongoing technical issues that continue to plagueCyberpunk 2077over a year after its initial release, the game is still loved by many in the gaming community. This is largely owed to the story, characters, and lore ofCyberpunk 2077. However, one fan has recently found a way to manifest certain aspects ofCyberpunk 2077’sworldbuilding via real-world applications. For many players, one of the most memorable characters inCyberpunk 2077isJohnny Silverhand, whose presence is felt throughout most of the game....

Summary Cyberpunk 2077is a truly dark game, and Night City is a city plunged into an endless nightmare. Everyone inCyberpunk 2077seems to be corruptible and hopeless, living day-to-day in true darkness. As such, V can uncover some truly ghastly sights and missions, and as Night City’s newest merc, there are bound to be some true horrors that they will uncover through the underbelly of the city’s gangs and criminals. Night City harbors some dark secrets, and the darkestCyberpunk 2077quests often involve sensitive subject matters and truly morbid dilemmas that will have players questioning their anchor on reality for the harsh themes that they will witness from within the bowels of Night City....

Dark Soulsis a game that many people will ideally want to tackle using the wealth of weaponry available, and nothing else. After all, the stats can seem rather daunting to upgrade for beginners, andmost people would prefer to invest in a few statsinstead of trying to diversify. However, veterans of this game are well aware of just how much fun this title can get if players decide to make magic attacks their primary mode of offense instead....