Gladiator II Review — Entertaining Sequel Trades Gritty Brutality for Silly Spectacle

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed The 2000 Best Picture-winning filmGladiatorhas had an unexpected cultural impact, revitalizing the historical epic genre and inspiring any number of rip-offs trying to recapture its glory. Twenty-four years later, we are getting a sequel inGladiator II.Ridley Scott’s long-awaited sequel is good enough to feel like more than a carbon copy of its predecessor and be a successful blockbuster in its own right....

June 14, 2025 · 5 min · 958 words · Maria Hunter

Halo Infinite Players Criticise The Lack Of New Weapons And Vehicles After Operation Fleetcom Announcement

TheHalo Infinitecommunity has been busy discussing the game’s future lately, and despite the announcement of the next operation, the fans wanted certain elements updated. The 2021 shooter has been a little stale lately, even though theCall of Duty Zombies modebreathed some energy into gameplay. Still, the upcoming Operation Fleetcom should give players a new, exciting endeavor. Another game that’s had a hard time staying fresh in the minds of space explorers is Bethesda’sStarfield, and oneHalo Armor Collection modoffered something to keep the community’s spirits high....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Mr. Richard Proctor MD

Hellblade 2 Gets Lifesaving Upgrade after Devastating Backlash Ahead of May 21 Game Pass Release, Report Claims

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed Ninja Theory’s Hellblade 2 is a third-person action-adventure game set to launch on June 12, 2025. It is a sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice and features similar gameplay aspects and the exploitation of Senua’s mental condition. The game takes place in Ireland, expands on the existing Norse mythology, and promises a more robust combat system witha wide range ofopponents....

June 14, 2025 · 4 min · 762 words · Crystal Leonard

Here's What I Want to See In Playground Games' Upcoming Fable

Fablewas one of my favourite standout games from the classic Xbox generation. Since its launch in 2004, the game offered players an RPG with choices that affected the protagonist in both popularity across the game’s world and the character’s physical appearance. The success from the original title led toFable IIandFable IIIwith each game offering different ways of playing while keeping the core “your choices matter” play at heart.Fable IIhad a dog whileFable IIIfound itself pushing more moral choices to the player as they managed a city and its politics....

June 14, 2025 · 7 min · 1480 words · Diane Ramsey

I Hope Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Builds On FF12's Gambit System

There was a lot I loved about Final Fantasy 7 Remake—from its updated graphics, to the new way in which it remixed and reintroduced the world to the original’s limit breaks, summons, materia, equipment, and the ATB gauge. One thing that didn’t click with me however, was the combat system. While it gained acclaim for striking a balance between novelty and nostalgia, I found it kind of tiring. I got tired of constantly swapping between characters because if I didn’t, the other party members would stand around and impotently engage enemies....

June 14, 2025 · 4 min · 758 words · Daniel Boyer

Immortality Has One of the Creepiest Mechanics in Gaming

MINOR SPOILER WARNING: This feature discusses some specific clips and certain key mechanics from the game. Immortality, the latest game from FMV-obsessed developer Sam Barlow and his team at Half Mermaid, has me hopelessly compelled. As a film buff and ‘Master of Film Studies’ (something I get to brag about all too rarely), I was drawn in by the fact that the game revolves around finding footage from three artsy European-style films that were shot between the 60s and the 90s....

June 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1214 words · John Gamble

Jujutsu Kaisen: Gojo's 10 Best Moments, Ranked

He is not the protagonist; he is not the antagonist; he is, nonetheless, the most iconic and recognizable character from Gege Akutami’sJujutsu Kaisen. The white-haired and blindfolded teacher is characterized as being an unhinged god in combat while having the personality of a mischievous child outside of combat. RELATED:Best Anime Studios, Ranked This combination of character traits makes Gojo an instant fan-favorite to the audience and readers of Jujutsu Kaisen. Practically any scene that features Gojo either inspires awe or is bound to get a laugh....

June 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1137 words · Jessica Weiss

Keanu Reeves Has Played, and "Loves" Cyberpunk 2077

Keanu Reeves has essentially been the face of CD Projekt Red’sCyberpunk 2077alongside the game’s player-controlled protagonist, V. And while the actor plays Johnny Silverhand —the frontman of the in-game Samurai band— he’s also been playing the game according to the studio’s recent financial report. Adam Kiciński, CEO of CD Projekt Red had mentioned in aSeeking Alpha transcriptionof the call (Thanks,Twisted Voxel) that Keanu Reeves had played the game. “Yes. He played the game....

June 14, 2025 · 2 min · 324 words · Edward Bush

Like a Dragon Studio Says Every Fan Theory on Their Next Game is Wrong

There are few gaming franchises as wild and over-the-top asLike a Dragon(formerlyYakuza). Don’t expect that to change with their next entry, currently titledProject Century. After the game’s debut at this year’sGame Awards, fans are undoubtedly eager to learn more about it.Ryu Ga Gotruku Studiodirector Masayoshi Yokoyama has seen online fan theories and even responded to the online discourse surrounding the title. What Order Should You Play The Yakuza Games? It’s not quite as simple as 1, 2, 3… “We didn’t include any information that would enable people to guess,“he saidabout the game’s teaser trailer....

June 14, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Jessica Jacobs

Love, Death & Robots 'Jibaro' Ending Explained

The third season ofLove, Death, and Robotsrecently dropped on Netflix, and as expected, the final episode of the season left everyone speechless. Jibaro is unlike anything we’ve seen on television, and we would expect nothing less from the creator who gave us the ‘Witness’ episode in the show’s first season. Episode 9, titled’Jibaro,‘comes from the mind of Alberto Mielgo, and the official synopsis states that it is a reimagination of Siren Folklore from Greek Mythology....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 517 words · William Bautista

Mass Effect Trilogy: 10 Best DLCs, Ranked

TheMass Effect trilogyis full of significant content and storylines. This space opera series showedhow Bioware could createsomething out of a simple concept and turn it into something that would be remembered for years. The developers also sprinkled in bits of fantasy that would cement the Mass Effect series into a unique franchise. RELATED:Mass Effect Legendary Edition: Most Memorable Side Missions, Ranked The extensive lore that flows with the story and characters can sometimes be a lot to take in....

June 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1195 words · Christopher Anderson

Metaphor: ReFantazio – All Royal Virtues (and How to Raise Them)

Follow us on Google News Get the latest updates directly in your Google News feed The management of the character’s skill tree inMetaphor: ReFantazioencompasses numerous features, among which are five primary ones known as Royal Virtues. The protagonist’s direct connection to the throne of this fictional kingdom makes these Royal Virtues crucial to the game’s overall plot. All of these qualities will play a role in how the protagonist faces and deals with certain situations tied to what is happening in the kingdom....

June 14, 2025 · 4 min · 840 words · Heather Hernandez

Microsoft Gaming's Phil Spencer Discusses Expansions In New Interview

If you’ve seen a lot of Phil Spencer news lately, it’s because he’s doinga media circuit—taking interviews and giving statements to drum up support for Microsoft Gaming. In this latest round, he spoke about video game expansions - policies, general dos-and-don’ts, and his own thoughts. To that end, Spencer gave us some insight into what he generally likes to see. “I want it to have a unique point of view....

June 14, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Christina Smith