Genshin Impactplayers will start their adventure in Mondstadt, the city of wind. In their time here, they’llmeet the Anemo archon, Barbatos, and the Traveler will gain access to Anemo powers themselves. These are just two examples of Anemo characters in the game, but the other ones that are available are also very powerful. In large part this is due to Anemo’s swirl reaction being so useful, and the great utility that characters with this element tend to bring to the table....

Chenyu Vale is filled with ruins thatGenshin Impactplayers can solve puzzles in. Typically, the riddle in the area involves Jade Incense Cauldron and Ancient Ruins puzzles, but somewhere north of the Qiaoying Village, the riddle revolves around a sleepingGenshin ImpactAutomaton. Automaton is a family of enemies that consist of anything robot-like. This includes Ruin Guard, Ruin Grader, Ruin Drake, Ruin Hunter, and so much more. While exploring Teyvat, you likely have come across some of these Automatons that seem dormant....

Now thatGod of War: Ragnarokhas a release date, the game looks more tangible than ever. No one expected such a heartfelt story to come from a series previously known for gratuitous violence and one-dimensional characters. But thanks to a new vision and respect for the previous games, 2018’sGod of Warmanaged to surpass everyone’s expectations. Fans have waited long for the sequel toGod of War, and come November 9, everyone will finally be able to experience the continuation of Kratos and Atreus’s tale....

There are several Los Santos shops tended by NPCs thatGrand Theft Auto 5players can enter in the massive open world map and the surrounding area, including gun shops, clothing outlets, and a convenience store. OneGrand Theft Auto 5player has decided to kill the convenience store NPC, and now the shop is without a worker as the character has stayed dead, and the store hasn’t hired a replacement. The Los Santos convenience store ofGrand Theft Auto 5shares some similarities with real-lifeshops like 7-Eleven, Circle K, and Mac’s, and just like these physical locations, the in-game one is known to have run-ins with criminals....

It’s a shame that so many people scoff at the idea of playing games on mobile platforms. Most people see mobile games as nothing more than shameless money-grabs that goad people into downloading them because of their “free” moniker, only to bombard them with reasons to utilize intrusive in-app microtransactions that are meant to fleece players out of as much money as possible. However, this isn’t the case with every mobile game....

A rather morbid detail has been discovered inHalf-Life 2, specifically in relation to one of the game’s models, and it paints a rather disturbing image of the celebrated FPS. More than 18 years after it was released, fans are still hoping Valve will eventually make the long-awaited follow-up, especially asHalf-Life 3is one of the most anticipated threequelsin all gaming. Sadly, it doesn’t look as though the developer is interested in continuing the antics of Gordon Freeman....

ConcernedApe exploded onto the indie scene with farming simulatorStardew Valleyin 2016. The critically acclaimed title took elements from previous games in the same genre and built upon them to create something truly unique.Stardew Valleygenerated a dedicated fanbase and helped to set the standard for single-person development, and players were excited to see where ConcernedApe would go next. A surprise announcement in 2021 revealed that ConcernedApe’s next title would beHaunted Chocolatier, a similar simulation game that would task gamers with setting up and running a chocolate shop in a new town with a brand-new cast of characters to get to know....

While many AAA video games boast about including days' worth of content to enjoy, Squanch Games’High on Lifegoes for a much shorter runtime. Instead of being a 20+ hour shooter, most players can completeHigh on Lifein as little as six hours. This leads to a pretty concise story that seldom takes a break, and that may have been a great choice. Many players have enjoyed shooting through Justin Roiland’s imagination so far, and the game’s short length may be helping a lot....

A recent leak fromHonkai: Star Railhas revealed the gameplay kit for an upcoming support character named Lynx, set to debut in a future update. With the sci-fi HoYoverse RPG already sporting a sizable playable roster of 26 characters followingthe impending debut of Luocha and Yukong, the game’s cast is set to grow even larger through future updates. Version 1.2 will bring the game’s playable character count up to 29 with the addition of Kafka, Blade, and Luka....

Pieces Interactive’sAlone in the Darkis taking players back to where it all began with the series debut: Derceto Manor. In the original game, it was a luxurious manor belonging to Jeremy Hartwood, but this reimagining makes it a mental health facility. One thing that remains the same, however, is the Lovecraftian horrors haunting its halls.Derceto Manor is a case of the environment being a character, and the developers took pains to ensure that its design was grounded in believability....

Final Fantasy 7 RemakeIntergradereleases June 10th and with it comes a new DLC chapter featuring Yuffie Kisaragi. Based on trailers for the new chapter, the update will also bring in content from theFinal Fantasy 7spin-off titleDirge of Cerberus. Both of these elements likely mean that big changes will also come for the introduction of Vincent Valentine, whether that comes inFinal Fantasy 7 Remake Part 2or in a later game. Intergradeis bring a lot of changes toFF7 Remakeby the way it’s introducing the formerly-optional character Yuffie and establishing elements fromDirge of Cerberus....

Summary Pokemon Legends Arceustook players into the feudal version of the Sinnoh region, which was then called Hisui by the locals. The time-traveling protagonist witnessed how the relationships between people and Pokemon had changed since this bygone era. The newly announcedPokemon Legends Z-Aoffers another opportunity to dig into the past, and perhaps the future, of how Pokemon shape the world. Fans have been waiting to return to Kalos for a long time....

Quick Links System Shockis one of the most iconic and influential first-person action-adventure games. Its stamp can be found on games likeBioShockandDishonored.It is a faithful remake of the original and combines the best of the retro classic with modern conventions that make it welcoming to new players. The immersive and interconnected world is cleverly done, encouraging exploration and getting players to take their time. The Citadel Station inSystem Shockis fleshed out with audio logs, data sticks, hidden doors, and other collectibles contributing to world-building....