Walls Closing In: 5 Underappreciated Claustrophobic Horror Movies

When it comes tohorrormovies, there are all kinds of different subgenres out there for all kinds of fans. While there are all kinds ofhorror movies availablethat have monsters, and zombies and even aliens, there is one subgenre that makes audiences uncomfortable by making them watch a situation unfold that they definitely wouldn’t want to be in themselves. Claustrophobic horror films are some of the hardest to watch, because it really does feel like the walls are closing in....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 973 words · Ana Miller

Walmart Will Have PS5 and Xbox Series X Consoles in Stock Tomorrow

The release of the PS5 and the Xbox Series X/S has caused quite the upset, not just in terms of the gaming and tech industries, but the general consumer market as well. While the high demand for the consoles is surely appreciated, it’s causing retail outlets like Walmart to constantly be out of stock. Now, it seemsWalmartwill have more units available earlier than most may have initially anticipated. Ever since the launch date of either respective console arrived, many have been struggling to get their hands on either a PS5 or a Xbox Series X using Walmart as a means to do so....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Alyssa Contreras

Why an L.A. Noire Sequel Will Never Happen

The detective genre is one that hasn’t been completely over-utilized in video games the way some others have, and there’s still plenty of room for experimentation and exploration within its confines. While there are some great detective games,likeDisco Elysium,The Wolf Among Us, andReturn of the Obra Dinn, it’s an expansive genre that still has a lot to offer. One game that really took advantage of its genre trappings and forged the way for subsequent titles wasL....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 634 words · Scott Smith

Why Overwatch 2 May Have a Better Year in 2024 Than 2023

Summary It’s no secret that this year,Overwatch 2faced multiple controversies, which fueled debate and discontent among players. Arguably, the most devastating blow came with the cancelation of the game’s long-awaited PvE Hero Mode, which was announced at BlizzCon 2019. The promise of a single-player campaign and skill trees was at one point a core reason for the creation ofOverwatch 2. As such, the decision to adjust the scope of the PvE plans didn’t sit well with everyone....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 701 words · Lisa Davis

World of Warcraft Reveals New 6-Month Subscription Rewards

Summary World of Warcraftjust revealed the Auspicious Arborwyrm and Cypress, the new six-month subscription offer rewards. Players can get these new collectibles individually, or at no additional cost by purchasing the recurring six or twelve-month subscription toWorld of Warcraft. For the last several years,World of Warcrafthas introduced new mountsto give away as a part of the six and twelve-month recurring subscription plans. These new collectibles often share a theme, with the ones introduced in January usually being inspired by the animals and elements of the Chinese Zodiac for that year, such as Lucky Yun, a metal bull mount from 2021, or Jade, Bright Foreseer, the water rabbit from 2023....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 435 words · Harry Haney

Xbox Giving Away Custom Sonic Console and Bizarre Fuzzy Controllers

Many considerXbox Series Sa great way to play modern games. Even though it’s not as powerful as the Xbox Series X, its lower price has caught the attention of many aspiring customers. Xbox Series S is also easier to manufacture and ismore readily available than Xbox Series X and the PS5.Microsoft had released several custom-designed Xbox One consoles throughout the previous generation, and Xbox Series X is no different.Halo Infinitelimited edition Xbox Series Xlaunched with the release of the game, which came with a beautifully designed system and controller....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 378 words · Penny Gonzales

Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 Should Turn the Champions' Heirs Into Skyrim-Style Followers

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2is a bold sequel in that it uses exactly the same location as the previous game. Although that may sound like a trivial obstacle, lots of previousZeldasequels opted to introduce new settings.The Wind Wakerwas followed by new horizons inPhantom Hourglass,andOcarina of Time’s Hyrule got left behind completely whenMajora’s Maskintroduced the world of Termina. Whenever any given incarnation gets a second journey, that Link generally travels somewhere completely new where he can meet new friends and enemies....

August 3, 2025 · 5 min · 1039 words · Christopher Baker

10 Crazy Things You Never Knew About Dark Souls' Development

One of the most influentialRPGfranchises to release in recent memory isDark Souls.From Software’sblend of punishing difficulty and intricate world design cultivated an experience unlike any other. The game’s fragmented lore, tough bosses, and mysterious online elements made for one of the most unique and memorable titles anyone has experienced. RELATED:Souls-Likes: Ranking The 10 Hardest Boss Fights Creating it wasn’t easy, though. Various interviews with From Software and leftover files reveal a smattering of cut content and design changes....

August 2, 2025 · 6 min · 1243 words · Gregory Gordon

5 Best Characters From Call Of Duty: Back Ops Cold War (And 5 We Can't Stand)

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warboasts a particularly short campaign, even by the standards of the series. However, the short burst of story is still brimming with characters, both old and new. The following list divides the ten most notable characters into two categories; five we love, and five we can barely stand. Related:5 Characters We Love From Modern Warfare (And 5 We Can’t Stand) Personalities do not make it into the latter column necessarily because they are bad people, because in theBlack Opsgame everyone is morally questionable....

August 2, 2025 · 5 min · 915 words · Jessica Atkins

5 Things We Loved About Wasteland 3 (& 5 Things We Don't)

Wasteland 2released in 2014, twenty-six years after the originalWastelandfrom 1988. Fortunately, fans only had to wait six years before playing the third entry in the legendary series,Wasteland 3, whichcame out on August 28th, 2020. InXile Entertainment’s recent release brings back the familiar CRPG feel while enacting some major changes to take the series several steps forward. Related:10 Best Modern Day CRPGs, Ranked AvidWastelandfans will find a lot to love, and newcomers will feel similarly welcome in the barren, snowy, and darkly comical post-apocalyptic waste....

August 2, 2025 · 5 min · 881 words · Erica Church

8 Mistakes Everyone Makes While Playing Dying Light 2: Stay Human

There’s a lot to do in Techland’s long-awaited zombie apocalypse sequel,Dying Light 2: Stay Human.Old Villedor, where the game takes place, is a sprawling city full of tons of different collectibles to pick up, events to experience, and enemies to fight. RELATED:Best Zombie Games On Xbox Game Pass But as they make their way through the zombie-ridden world, there are a lot of little things players are mistakenly doing wrong or much too early that only serves to hurt their overall experience with the game....

August 2, 2025 · 6 min · 1227 words · Tiffany Ballard

Another Crab's Treasure Channels The Best Part of Games Like Grounded, Hot Wheels Unleashed

Summary The most recent Indie darling of 2024,Another Crab’s Treasurehas no shortage of praiseworthy mechanics and features, from its responsive Soulslike combat, to its bevy of accessibility options. All of these mechanics combine to makeAnother Crab’s Treasureone of the best options for newcomers to the Soulslike genre, and the game’s high level of charm reinforces this even further. Another Crab’s Treasureis an incredibly charming game, and it derives this charm from a variety of different sources....

August 2, 2025 · 4 min · 678 words · Rachel Patterson

Best FPS Survival Games

Summary Survival games of all types offer players an adrenaline-inducing experience that replicates the thrill of living minute-by-minute. FPS survival games, however, take this even further, by immersing players in brutal worlds that are viewed from a first-person perspective. The best FPS survival gamesnot only have great survival mechanics such as crafting and resource management, but they also have outstanding shooting mechanics that at the very least can match some of thebest FPS games....

August 2, 2025 · 7 min · 1299 words · Christopher Lucas