AlthoughPokemon Scarlet and Violetwere criticized on launch due to technical and performance issues, they also stirred controversy among fans due to the quality of the new pocket monsters introduced with Gen 9. This is not becausePokemon Scarlet and Violetplayers don’t like the new critters, but rather because several of them are quite unbalanced compared to past additions, which is further exacerbated by the fact that Gen 8 was ridden with very good monsters as well, such as Zacian, Regieleki, and both forms of rider Calyrex....

X-Men ‘97has proven itself to be one of Marvel’s best projects in years. It’s a flawless update of a classic series that somehow captures its impact while updating it to suit a modern audience. Most of'97’s marketing has been through word-of-mouth sources. Unlike a major Marvel movie,X-Men ‘97can rely almost entirely on fans expressing widespread love. The only risk is constant spoilers, including the shocking reveal of the new overarching villain, Bastion....

Summary The Legend of Zeldais a franchise that depends on exploration, as adventure is at the core of its gameplay. From the first game on the Nintendo Entertainment System to this year’sTears of the Kingdomon the Nintendo Switch, Hyrule has proven to be a land that can be portrayed in a diverse set of ways. As the series entered the realm of non-lineargameplay withBreath of the Wild, exploring open worlds felt like such a natural progression for the series....

TheFar Cryseries is easily one of Ubisoft’s most popular franchises, with this first-person action-adventure series being full to the brim with some of the best games ever made.Far Cry 3sparked the trend of this franchise to featuredastardly antagonistsand explosive open-world action. With the release ofFar Cry 6around the corner, players can’t wait to see the steps Ubisoft will take to improve upon this established formula. RELATED:Far Cry: The Most Iconic Lines However, one thing to keep in mind when it comes to theFar Cryseries is a substantial number of fans lament the changes that have impacted the series over time....

With the release ofPersona 4 Goldenon Steam, many players are finally getting to jump into the JRPG series for the very first time. Something that new players may not be aware of is the importance of the quizzes and tests in the game. By doing well on these exams, players will be able to easily increase their Knowledge stat, which in turn will allow for opportunities to gain new Social Links, as well as part-time jobs....

Launched in 2018,Super Smash Bros. Ultimatehas truly become a powerhouse fighting game for the Nintendo Switch, driven by director Masahiro Sakurai’s vision. With more characters, stages, and content than ever before,Ultimateis now easily the biggest entry in the franchise. To increase its offerings, Nintendo has offered not one, but two DLC Fighters Passes that bring additional video game characters toSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate. Fighters Pass Vol. 1 wrapped up last year, and brought new characters to the game likePersona’s Joker, and Banjo & Kazooie....

Quick Links From Software returns to high-speed mecha action inArmored Core 6.Soulsbourne fans looking for brutal boss fightsand intense combat are in for a treat. Longtime AC fans are sure to spend many hours fine-tuning their machines. Builds are just as crucial inArmored Core 6as in the rest of the series. An optimized AC can turn a difficult boss encounter into a trivial one. Players should constantly be trying out new weapons and parts to find what fits the situation best....

Developer Techland has just announced thatDying Light: Bad Bloodis now available on PC for free to any players who already own theDying Lightbase game. Those who do will be eligible to download their free copy of the game by connecting their Steam, PlayStation, or Xbox accounts to a Techland docket site account. It hasn’t been long since Techland announced theindefinite delay ofDying Light 2, but the company is still going forward with its promotion to mark the originalDying Light’s 5-year anniversary....

Summary Braving the open seas in any gamecan be incredibly fun and inspiring, even more so if the voyage happens to be on a personalized vessel. Whether on a tiny sailboat, or a massive sailing ship, going on fantastic adventures feels great on a boat that has been decorated, or even made entirely from scratch by the player. Many games on the market involve sailing, but customizing or building a ship is a whole new ordeal....

Summary Buried deep below the earth or drowned far below the ocean surface sleeps the promise of untold riches. Or so they say. The treasure-hunting gig not only promises fresh sights, puzzle solving, and a chance to make history, but it also offers the opportunity to rake in vast amounts of wealth at the end of the journey. Watching or reading about plunderers of riches old in movies or books is fun, but there’s nothing quite like being able to do it for real....

Survival gamesare a common enjoyment of many gamers. With plenty of great titles that have been granted the name of the best survival, such asNo Man SkyorDon’t Starve, it’s difficult for the genre to expand further. Related:Best Games With Immersive Crafting However, there is still room for it to grow as the digital distribution service known as Steam provides plenty ofhidden gemswhen it comes to games, and that includes Survival. Only older games with less than 3000 reviews or new games with less than 500 reviews overall have been considered for this list to make it titles that are well worth giving some love and attention to....

BioWare executive producer Mark Darrah trolls fans by sharingDragon Age"screenshots" on Twitter. Darrah alsotrolledDragon Agefans last week by tweeting the phrase “Dragon Age” over and over and by sharing art from the series, prompting some fans to believe that aDragon Age 4reveal was coming. On Twitter, Darrah teased fans by tweeting a “real screenshot” that had been “slightly redacted.” Everything apart from a small rectangle in the top right had been redacted....

While the reign ofThe Simpsonshas dominated American televisionfor the last 30 years, it may be time to pass the torch over toBob’s Burgers. First premiering in 2011,Bob’s Burgersis an animated sitcom following the tight-knit Belcher family. The family owns a burger restaurant in a boardwalk-esque coastal community. The show packs endless amounts of fun in its quirky, yet oddly relatable characters. Bob Belcher tends to lean towards the pessimistic side of things and has a tight bond with his youngest daughter, master-of-all-schemes Louise....