Sea of Stars Preview: Living Up to its 'Retro-Inspired' Expectations

The last few years have provided a gold mine of RPGs inspired by classic games that span the entire spectrum of the genre. Whether it’sCrossCode,Cris Tales, orUndertale, there’s a breadth of different RPGs that are heavily reminiscent of formative JRPGs likeSuikodenorChrono Trigger. One highly anticipated RPG that saw huge support on Kickstarter isSea of Stars, an indie “retro-inspired turn-based RPG” that, upon first impression, looks to be capturing that same spirit artfully....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 1009 words · James Smith

Star Trek: Warp Travel Trivia

The power of warp speed isn’t just a footnote in theStar Trekuniverse. The ability to travel at the speed of light is what makes the whole franchise possible, and the development of the warp drive was an important historical achievement that spanned thousands of years. RELATED:Great Sci-Fi Shows That Start Off Slow According to the lore, once a civilization had demonstrated the ability to develop a spacecraft with warp capabilities, they were ready to be an active part of the intergalactic neighborhood....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 935 words · Teresa Dominguez

Tekken 8 Demo Is Now Available

Summary The demo version ofTekken 8is now available for download on the PlayStation 5. PC and Xbox gamers willget to play theTekken 8demo on December 21. Following a brief teaser at the Evolution Championship Series, Bandai Namcoofficially announcedTekken 8in September 2022. The Japanese developer-publisher did so with a two-minute trailer combining cinematics with some flashy gameplay clearly running at 60 frames per second, an important feature for fast-paced titles such as fighting games....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Brooke Chen

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's Collectors Edition is a Downgrade From Breath of the Wild's

Despite its age, the Nintendo Switch is still churning out plenty of great titles.The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomis one of the biggest upcoming games on the platform, and gamers saw a bit more of it at the latest Nintendo Direct. With the game available for pre-order, fans can choose which edition to purchase. Although the Collector’s Edition ofThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomis very alluring, it is far less attractive than the best edition ofBreath of the Wild....

July 23, 2025 · 4 min · 687 words · Michael Greer

The Sims 4: Gameplay Ideas For Christmas

It’s nice to sit back and relax withThe Sims 4in the run-up to Christmas, but at first glance, it appears that there isn’t much to do in terms of festive gameplay. If players have exhausted the Winterfest celebration, there are a few other options players might like to try out instead, from exploring the Gallery to looking up interesting custom content. A quick side note: a lot of the festive spirit available inThe Sims 4comes from theSeasonsexpansion pack....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 875 words · Kristin Haynes

There Once Was a Target Exclusive Red Game Boy Advance

A TikToker shared a video of a Target-branded redGame Boy Advancewhile standing in front of a Target store. The video either brings up memories from other gamers that may have owned one or informs people that the special editionGame Boy Advanceonce existed. Nintendo released a variety of colorful and sometimes see-through Game Boy Advance consoles that added personality to the handhelds. The games on that handheld have stood the test of time and have gamers wishing that one day,Nintendo will bring GBA games to Nintendo Switch Online....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Melanie Hernandez

These Are Skyrim's Least Popular Perk Trees

Summary A fewThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimplayers recently had a discussion about the worst perk trees in the game. Despite the game being over a decade old at this point,Skyrimfans are still debating about many aspects of the game such aswho is the best follower inSkyrim, and this latest discussion highlighted some of the ways that a few skills simply don’t seem as effective as others. Skyrimoffers a more streamlined leveling-up experience when compared to its predecessorObliviondue to the perk system....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 442 words · Deanna Ferguson

This Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Playhouse is Amazing

If there’s a single game that has defined the Nintendo Switch, it’sBreath of the Wild,one of Nintendo’s biggest entries in the franchise to date, both in terms of scope and sales. It makes sense that it would inspire some amazing fan-creations, though few are as impressive as theBreath of the Wildplayhouse a father constructed for his kids. A 16-minute video uploaded to YouTube by Once Upon a Workbench shows the process behind constructing the playhouse, which is based onLink’s home inBreath of the Wild....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 425 words · Kathryn Blackwell

What Dungeons & Dragons Race Should You Play, Based On Your Zodiac?

When it comes to character creation,Dungeons & Dragonsprovides a dizzying array of options to pick from. For some, especially newcomers, the sheer amount of choice can be overwhelming; however, understanding what fits the player’s personality can play a huge role. So to help figure out what race is right for your next character, look to the stars. RELATED:Dungeons & Dragons: 5 Must-Get Battle Master Maneuvers (& 5 To Skip) Just like in the real world, the human race in D&D is hugely varied, and can’t be distilled to represent any particular sign....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 1022 words · Danielle Smith

What Final Fantasy 16 Could Learn From House of the Dragon

TheFinal Fantasyseries has experimented with a number of different gameplay formulas and thematic ideas. Fromthe steampunk streets of Midgar inFinal Fantasy 7to the more grounded, history-inspiredFinal Fantasy 16, the franchise has the capacity to change its atmosphere on a whim. The next game will be more in line withFinal Fantasy’s origins, with futuristic sci-fi elements taking a backseat to a war-torn medieval setting. It’s a popular choice in current pop culture, with some juggernaut TV series likeHouse of the Dragonthat also lean on mature themes and bloodthirsty battles....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 900 words · Daniel Joyce

When Will Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC Character 5 Release?

Super Smash Bros. Ultimatehas been out for a full calendar year, yet the game is still a main topic of discussion among leakers and rumor-mill churners alike. Nintendo still has not revealed which character will take up the fifth slot of the Fighter Pass, having just releasedTerry Bogard from theFatal Furyseries in November. The timing of these DLC releases from Nintendo does fit somewhat of a pattern, which may help pinpoint when the new character will be revealed and released....

July 23, 2025 · 4 min · 712 words · Justin Rosales

World of Warcraft: New Feature Teases Blue Dragonflight Questline

World of Warcraftjust added a new feature to the game that has teased when the upcoming Blue Dragonflight questline will arrive. Though players have never seen this particular feature before now,World of Warcraftmay use it later on to tease future storylines. According to multiple interviews and blog posts,World of Warcraftwas adding a new side story in Patch 10.1,Embers of Neltharion, relating to the Blue Dragonflight. However, release day for Patch 10....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Alicia Wolfe

Xbox Previews Next Big Console Update

Summary Microsoft has announced that the Xbox November Update is coming soon, bringing a new Compact Mode for Windows players, Japanese support for virtual keyboards on consoles, a new tool to repair games, and other tweaks.Microsoft is constantly updating its Xbox servicesto bring gamers a better experience, and this upcoming change will be significant. Originally released around three years ago,Xbox Series X/S consoles have sold over 21 million unitsso far. While they are the backbone of the Xbox brand, Microsoft is also focused on streaming and PC gaming, and this new update reflects that....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Lisa Martinez PhD