Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next-Gen Update Underscores Problem With Steam User Review Policies

The Witcher 3: Wild Huntplayers on PC are frustrated regarding Valve’s review-protection system on Steam, which is preventing new reviews from being shared after the recent next-gen update. Valve has, in recent years, taken an aggressive approach to dealing with review bombs and other irregular behavior regarding Steam games' review scores. Unfortunately, like inThe Witcher 3’s case, that sometimes leads to situations that deny players important information. The Witcher 3is an extremely popular and well-received game, particularly on PC....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Calvin Lawrence

Wordle #395: 5-Letter Words Starting With AN

Fans ofWordlewill undoubtedly feel awesome whenever they’re able to solve a particularly challenging puzzle in just a few attempts. However, some of the more difficultWordlepuzzles can get annoying pretty quickly, especially if players have no clue how to approach them. RELATED:Wordle: The Best Strategy For The Game Thankfully, for players who are having trouble with the July 19Wordleand are starting to feel as though the solution may be just out of reach, this guide is here to help....

August 4, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Megan Jones

XDefiant Players Are Having Trouble Getting Into Matches

Summary Gamers looking to jump into Ubisoft’s IP mashup shooterXDefianton launch day are struggling with the game’s seemingly overloaded servers. After multiple disappointing delays spanning the last several years, and a more positive open beta, Ubisoft’sXDefianthas finally been released on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Fans of Ubisoft’s games who check outXDefiantwill recognize several popular factions from franchises across the publisher’s vast catalog, includingSplinter Cell’s Echelon,Watch Dogs' Dedsec, and others. The full launch ofXDefiantdebuts with a total of 14 maps, including 10 arena and four progression maps, five modes, 24 weapons, 44 attachments, and five factions....

August 4, 2025 · 4 min · 647 words · Calvin Harding

2019 Was a Great Year for Sci-fi Games

One of the most impressive feats in video games of 2019 was the diversity of stories told in the realm of science fiction. FromThe Outer WorldstoControltoDeath Stranding, some of the most critically acclaimed games of the year were sci-fi. It is a common subgenre for games to explore, so this statement holds true for most years, but 2019 specifically featured three games about exploring space: each had a different take on space exploration that reflect the values of the game....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 976 words · Christopher Jones

5 Reasons Divinity Original Sin 2 Is Better Than Skyrim (& 5 Skyrim Is Better)

Fans of the RPG genre have tons of great games to choose from, but for the past years,Divinity: Original Sin 2andSkyrimhave absolutely dominated the scene. Both games introduce rich and vibrantmedieval fantasyworlds where players can send their either custom or pre-made character into. RELATED:The 10 Best RPGs Of The Last Decade, According To Metacritic While both titles have become legendary games for good reasons, those looking to buy or choose the next game they’ll spend hours grinding might want to consider the pros and cons....

August 3, 2025 · 7 min · 1312 words · Sara Barton

AEW Fight Forever Video Game Reveals Gameplay, Mini-Games, and More

For many decades, the WWE has been the dominating face of wrestling video games, with yearly titles being pumped out. One of the first video games based on one of its competing programs will have its own game, known asAEW Fight Forever. It’s even being developed by the same studio as previous WWE-developed games, Yuke’s, who have been responsible for theSmackdown vs. RAWgames and WWE-numbered titles up untilWWE 2K20. This is the first attempt at creating a non-mobile game for All Elite Wrestling, starring a number of its roster’s superstars such as CM Punk,Chris Jericho, and Jon Moxley....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Nicole Young

Alan Wake 2: Return 6

Quick Links Both Alan and Saga have their own set of chapters that make up the majorityof the run timeofAlan Wake 2. Players have the option to switch between the two characters as they progress, but eventually there comes a point where they automatically switch once enough progress in the story has been made.Return 6: Scratchis a fairly short mission, but it helps set up for the finale of the game....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Steven Smith

Amnesia: Rebirth Devs Talk Horror Game Design

Just in time for Halloween,Amnesia: Rebirthhas joined the fray oftimely horror gamesthat promise to add adrenaline-pumping frights and suspense-filled exploration to gamers' spooky season.Amnesia: Rebirth, though, comes from an impressive pedigree, withAmnesia: The Dark Descentoften remembered as one of the best horror games of all time. In this Game Rant interview, the developers of bothThe Dark DescentandRebirthdiscuss various changes to the horror game formula inRebirth, the legacy of theAmnesiafranchise, and some of their future plans....

August 3, 2025 · 7 min · 1482 words · Carol Walker

Apex Legends' Storm Point is The Most Insane Map Yet

There’s a saying that “bigger isn’t always better,” but that’s not the case forApex Legends’ new season 11 map, Storm Point. This new island paradise turned fight-for-survival map isApex Legends’ biggest map yet, roughly 15% more thanWorld’s Edge, and that size is used to great effect in terms of the longevity and sheer fun factor of the map. Not only is Storm Point bigger, but it has more ways to rotate, to drop, and to do combat across the entire map....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 862 words · Jonathan Potts

Arcane: Why Did Vander Betray His ‘Brother’ Silco?

Within the Emmy award-winning showArcane,there is a wide variety of different characters. They all have different motivations and pasts, coming together throughout the show to form a highly traumatized array of factions, friendships, and rivalries. One of the bigger problems with creating a narrative within a massive, highly complex world such that as Piltover and Zaun is that there is only a limited amount of time in which individual stories and character flavorings can be explored....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 878 words · Angela Griffith

Baldur's Gate 3 Player Beats Honour Mode Final Boss in Unexpected Way

Summary ABaldur’s Gate 3player has defeated the Honour Mode final boss using an unexpected tactic: throwing a helmet. The feat showcased the many possibilities the game offers and the ingenuity of players in overcomingBaldur’s Gate 3’s toughest challenges. Since its debut in 2023,Baldur’s Gate 3has solidified its status as a pinnacle of immersive role-playing experiences. Developed by Larian Studios, the game has garnered widespread acclaim for its expansive world, intricate storytelling, and challenging gameplay....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 581 words · Michael Griffin

Baldur's Gate 3: Character Creation Guide

There’s a running joke among RPG players that this is part of the game everyone spends the most time on. Modern video games have made this even more of a distraction with the option to customize almost every feature of a character, andBaldur’s Gate 3has followed suit in the spirit ofDungeons & Dragons-based games. RELATED:Baldur’s Gate 3: Strongest Companions, Ranked Someone new to the process might feel overwhelmed by the choices, and even experienced players might not be sure where to start....

August 3, 2025 · 8 min · 1500 words · Ashley Vincent

Best Couples In Sega Games

Summary Romance has become an incredibly popular aspect of modern video games. A good love story can elevate the plot, adding a healthy dose of heartwarming character motivations. Other games, especially RPGs, include dating sim elements to allow players to form romances with various NPCs, deepening their connections with their favorite characters. Segais no stranger to the romancing trend. Love is never completely off the table when it comes to games that Sega has either developed or published....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 734 words · Casey Mcconnell