Starfield Player Comes Up With Interesting Idea to Make Companions Better

Summary The companion system inStarfieldhas often been described as bare-bones or rudimentary, but one player managed to suggest a way to expand on the game’s crew member system by letting them independently complete missions or even use eligible ships from the player’s fleet. With the advancements made to companions since the Adoring Fan was added inOblivion, Bethesda fans were hoping thatStarfieldwould be another step forward. However, compared to thefollowers inFallout 4, the members of Constellation that join the player on their interstellar adventure only seem to have the most basic functions....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 393 words · Jasmine Allison

Startling Elden Ring Bug Makes Miquella Emerge From His Cocoon

In the months since its release,Elden Ringhas emerged as one of the most popular titles in recent years. Its vast open world and beloved combat mechanics have led players to devote hours to defeating in-game foes. But The Lands Between are almost too big to fathom, and not everything within the world is perfect. This has been made clear by oneElden Ringplayer who recently found a bug involving Miquella emerging early from his cocoon....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Anthony Willis

Tales of Crestoria's Shut Down May Mark the End of Classic Tales of Titles

After a rocky year and a half of providing its service to fans,Tales of Crestoriashut its doors to players on June 28, 2025. While the shutdown was brought on due to the many bugs and glitches that plagued the game since launch, many fans sent the mobile game off by playing it until the very last moment. While this feat comes from how many gamers enjoyed the title while they had it, it also comes from the fact that manyTales offans feel as if the series may be outgrowing itself based on how newer games have carried themselves....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1092 words · Brian Hall

The Argument for The Last of Us to Not Look Back to Its Past for Future Games

Summary Though there have only been a couple stand-alone releases,The Last of Ushas covered decades of time, from the outbreak and the impact that it had twenty years later. Being reintroduced to a far more damaged Joel to the one who was first seen in the 2013 game gave it impressive scope, and showed just how muchthe Cordyceps virushas humanity on its knees. The second game uses frequent flashbacks to push its story forward, showing again the franchise’s complicated timeline....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 648 words · Lisa Tyler

The Best Dreamcast Games of All Time

Summary Released right at the end of the twentieth century, theSega Dreamcastwas one of the most ambitious video game consoles of all time. It boasted many innovative and state-of-the-art features, which ultimately helped to earn the console a very special place in the hearts of many gamers. As well as being a console that was years ahead of its time, the Dreamcast also boasted an incredible library of games,many of which still hold up surprisingly well to this day....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1274 words · Albert Jordan

The Case for Fable Remakes Before Fable 4

Over 15 years ago, the firstFablereleased and featured aspects not many other games had tried. Through its innovative morality system, the newFableallowed players to decide whether their character would be the hero or villain of the story. Whatever path the player decides to take their character down, the storybook fairy tail that follows still rivals modern storytelling in games. The two mainFablegames that followed would evolve on the concepts that the first nailed, with varying levels of success....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 615 words · Sherry Herman

The LEGO Dimensions Concept is Worth Revisiting as a Traditional Game

Massive crossover games are seeing something of a renaissance in 2021. Developers are taking cues from Nintendo’sSuper Smash Bros.series by announcing platform fighting games likeNickelodeon All-Star Brawland Warner Bros.‘MultiVersus. Few brands have been able to tackle dream crossovers as well as LEGO, so now seems a good a time as any to give theLEGO Dimensionsconcept another go. LEGO Dimensionsis a relic of the"toys-to-life" trendthat thrived in the mid-2010s, but it was arguably the most fitting idea during its hayday....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 658 words · Nicholas Le Jr.

This 2023 Horror Movie May Be One Of The Best Modern Lovecraft Adaptations

Summary The year 2023 promises an unsettling experience withSuitable Flesh, a spine-chilling adaptation of H.P. Lovecraft’s short story, “The Thing on the Doorstep.” Directed by the visionary Joe Lynch and penned by the talented Dennis Paoli, this film brings Lovecraftian horror to life, weaving a narrative that explores the thin veil between sanity and ancient, malevolent forces. With a stellar cast including Heather Graham, Judah Lewis, Barbara Crampton, Bruce Davison, and Johnathon, this new horror flick ventures into the depths of psychological terror....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Mary Edwards

This Feel Good Movie Is Perfect To Watch With The Family This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time where family can gather around a big meal and be thankful for what they have. After the turkey’s been eaten and the pie’s been sliced, nothing is better than settling down for a nice feel-goodmoviewith the family. Jon Favreau’sChefis the perfect film for this occasion. Released in 2014 with a budget of $11 million,Chefpremiered at South by Southwest to great acclaim.This indie film receivedpraise for its acting, story, and overall positive mood....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 826 words · James Ibarra

What a Sid Meier's Civilization 6 Leader Pass Could Mean

While manySid Meier’s Civilization 6fans believed that theNew Frontier Pass was going to be the last batch of DLC, a recent graphic that appeared online suggests that there is more DLC on the horizon in the form of aLeader Pass. TheLeader Passwas discovered by Reddit user zegalsp on r/civ and many users also confirmed the existence of the graphic over on theCivilizationwebsite. However, the graphic has seemingly vanished and Firaxis has made no official announcement that more DLC is coming....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 659 words · Crystal Moore

Why You Should Play a Vampire Character in Skyrim

Vampires are a staple in fantasy books, movies, and games likeThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, which lets players become sanguine creatures of the night. The game originally made vampirism a disease that forced players to cope or find a cure, but it became an asset when the Dawnguard DLC dropped. Being a vampire comes with bonuses to some of the player’s skills and powerful new spells and abilities. While it does have some drawbacks, the advantages may be worth the hassle for someSkyrimplayers....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 676 words · James Wilson

World of Warcraft Patch 9.1.5 Update Adding Solo Island Expeditions

While there is no date for the release of the highly anticipated 9.1.5 update,World of Warcraftis getting an enormous improvement in the meantime. Arriving to Island Expeditions, this major quality of life enhancement will make rare loot farming much more prosperous. Island Expeditions were initially introduced toWorld of Warcraftin the Battle for Azeroth expansion, essentially as a way for players to earn the Azerite material; the substance being a form of currency within the game that allows players to empower specific equipment....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Kevin Smith

World of Warcraft Trading Post Getting Quality of Life Improvements in Patch 10.2

Summary World of Warcraftis adding some new sort and display features to the Trading Post that will make navigating the shop even easier. These quality of life updates are expected to arrive as a part ofWorld of WarcraftPatch 10.2, Guardian of the Dream. TheTrading Post is a relatively new featureWorld of Warcraftintroduced in February this year. Players can complete monthly activities to earn Trader’s Tender, which they can then spend at the Trading Post on a catalog of items that rotate monthly....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Katherine Rodriguez