One of the highest-rated new game releases of 2021 wasDeathloopfrom Arkane Studios and Bethesda.Deathloopearned high marks from critics, with praise for its action-packed FPS gameplay and clever multiplayer mechanics. Thanks to a deal between Bethesda and PlayStation that existed before the Microsoft acquisition,Deathloophas remained a PlayStation 5 exclusive game, but that could be changing in the very near future. We’ve known for quite some time that theDeathloopPS5 exclusivity is running outon September 14....

Among the key aspects ofDeathloop’sappeal are the emergent environmental interactionsthat react to different gameplay styles. The Slabs help everyone carve out their own unique approach to levels, whether they want to play stealthily or go in guns blazing. There are seven Slabs in all, though ultimately there are only five in the single-player campaign that players can choose from. Favorites may differ from player to player, but certain Slabs are still more useful than others....

ADestiny 2player has completed the Root of Nightmares raid launched with the Lightfall DLC solo, without dying. This is a commendable feat consideringDestiny 2raids usually require full Fireteamsto coordinate correctly to complete every encounter, which is why this achievement is even more admirable. The Root of Nightmares raid was arguably deemed one of the easiestDestiny 2raids by the players considering team Hard in the Paint finished it in 2 hours and 24 minutes on Day 1 in Contest Mode....

YouTube streamer Dr Disrespect first built his massive following on competing platformTwitch, where he was one of its biggest stars. Dr Disrespect’s Twitch streaming career came to an abrupt end on Jul 30, 2025, whenTwitch permanently banned Dr Disrespect. Twitch has still not given any reason for the Dr Disrespect ban, though it seems that the Doc plans on getting his Twitch ban reversed at some point in 2022. Dr Disrespect shared an image on Twitter detailing his New Year’s resolutions....

Every year since 1995, E3 has been the biggest event in gaming. E3 has played host to some of the industry’s most game-changing announcements, has featured no shortage of shocking reveals, and has generally been the event video game companies have used to promote their new titles to the world. But due to the ongoing global threat of the coronavirus, the Entertainment Software Association has made the decision to cancelE3 2020, breaking an annual streak that’s been going strong since 1995....

When it comes to fashion, no Soulsborne game comes close to the possibilities present inElden Ring. FromSoft poured their creative energy into crafting an expansive wardrobe for this open-world masterpiece, catering to a myriad of build themes. Whether your aspiration is to become a cold wizard or an enigmatic dark knight,Elden Ringoffers an array of armors precisely tailored to your preferences. Moreover,Elden Ringfeatures specific armor sets designed to amplify certain build types....

Volcano Manor is a castle located on the west-most of Atlus Plateau inElden Ring. The Manor is considered a haven for a couple ofNPCs that players can interact with during their journeythrough the Lands Between. Inside, when meeting with Tanith, she will task Tarnished with three requests with a promise that they will eventually meet Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy, upon their completion. Players should keep in mind thataccepting Tanith’s requests is defying the Two Fingers....

As the next entry in an iconic JRPG series,Final Fantasy 16looks to evolveFinal Fantasyin many ways as Square Enix iterates upon core aspects of the formula for a modern audience. The recent Sony State of Play delved into many of the new features players can expect when jumping intoFinal Fantasy 16for the first time. Aside from a host of gameplay elements designed to make this latest entry as accessible as possible, it was revealed that the game is set to break an unexpected series tradition with its protagonist, Clive....

Square Enix has just revealed that it is making moreFinal Fantasygoods and merchandise to mark the franchise’s 35th anniversary milestone. Partnering with Japanese brand PARCO, known for its physical stores across its region,Final Fantasyfans will be able to purchase new products themed after the iconic visuals specifically made for the occasion.For Square Enix, the past few years have been filled with celebrations due to big anniversaries across its most popular JRPG series....

FortniteChapter 3 Season 4 is coming to an end, with the final few weeks of the season promising to spice things up. In addition to the impending end of the currentFortniteseason, it is also simultaneously the end of Chapter 3 altogether, with a reality-breaking cataclysmic “Fracture” chapter finale event. Epic Games' free-to-play battle royale title has seen quite the eventful past few weeks in the lead-up to the end of its third chapter....

A newGenshin Impactleak reveals two new artifact sets that could arrive in the upcoming update 3.6. Leaks and rumors have become a big part of the game and HoYoverse already tried to silence some of the leakers on multiple occasions by filing lawsuits.However,Genshin Impactleaks usually create hype for new characters and regions even months before they officially become part of the live servers. For example, numerous rumors have been hinting that update 3....

In the 1.6 update ofGenshin Impact, players have a brand new area to explore in the form of the Golden Apple Archipelago. While the region may not be as large as Dragonspine, or the upcoming Inazuma, in theGolden Apple Archipelagothere are several islands forGenshin Impactplayers to explore and earn a variety of rewards throughout. One of the first things that players should notice about the Golden Apple Archipelago after downloading the update, is that the area does not appear ontheGenshin Impactworld map....

While many video games are lauded for their original scores, others like theTony Hawk’s Pro Skaterfranchisehave gained reputations for using licensed hits in beloved soundtracks. Rockstar Games’Grand Theft Autoseries has become well-known for its in-game radio stations to listen to, and that musical exposure throughGrand Theft Auto: Vice Cityhad a big influence on Alex Bent, the drummer for heavy metal band Trivium. In an interview with Music Radar discussing his influences as a drummer, Bent said when he was younger he played a lot of games, and that he first heard Slayer’s “Raining Blood” from the 1986 albumReign in Bloodthrough aVice Cityradio station....