Nintendo has always had a very family-friendly image among the major video game companies. Flagship series like theSuper Mario Bros.,Kirby, andDonkey Kongproduce games that both children and adults can enjoy, and the company has built both its brand and its reputation on that philosophy. RELATED:Best Video Game Villains Of 2021 However, just because the company’s titles are frequently innocent and accessible to children doesn’t mean that there aren’t some frankly terrifying things in Nintendo games....

Since the beginning of movies, they’ve been accompanied by music. There are two forms of music in movies: diegetic, which is heard by the characters within the context of the movie; and non-diegetic music that cannot be heard by the characters, only the audience. Both are among the most important aspects of movie making and movie-going. That’s why needle drops can be a make-it or break-it moment in movies. The term “needle drop” refers to the use of a song in a movie that wasn’t specifically made for that movie....

Ghost Recon: Breakpointis Ubisoft’s second big games-as-service release this year alongsideThe Division 2.The first game in the rebooted series divided fans and faced controversy in the wake of its real-world setting offending the Bolivian government in the process. Furthermore, the game’s departure from its tactical shooter roots from last-gen to a less focused open-world setting upset a lot of fans of theTom Clancyuniverse. However, those that remained fans and stuck withGhost Recon: Wildlandswere rewarded with a lot of support from Ubisoft who seemed determined to keep adding new content to the game....

Summary Star Wars: Ahsokabrought one of its protagonist’s lesser-utilized Force abilities to the forefront in a way that harkens back to theRebelsfinale. Created by Dave Filoni with an explicitconnection toStar Wars: Rebels, the Disney Plus showStar Wars: Ahsokafollows its titular character, Ahsoka Tano, as she discovers new threats threatening the peace of the galaxy in the early years of the New Republic that formed from the ashes of the first Galactic Empire....

Summary Kaitlyn Siragusa, better known by her online moniker Amouranth, has been banned fromTwitchyet again. While the development marks her ninthTwitchban to date, this particular suspension could either be permanent or lead to her leaving the platform for good regardless, with Amouranth already suggesting as much. Boasting over 6.3 million followers as of March 2024, Amouranth is currently in the top 30most popular Twitch streamers. Although she was once quoted as saying Twitch originally reached out to her to start a channel as part of its 2015 content diversification push, she has long had a rocky relationship with the nowadays-Amazon-owned platform....

Animal Crossing: New Horizonsis just around the corner with the game scheduled to release this March. Recently, Nintendo revealed an official guide book for the game, which will offer tons of information and valuable tips on how players can best live theirnew life on the deserted island. Now, players who are interested in getting the guide book would be happy to know that Amazon is offering it at a deep discount....

Summary As far as the grand strategy genre goes, there are few that do it quite as well asCivilization. Debuting all the way back in 1991,theCivilizationfranchiseputs players in the boots of an iconic historical leader, and tasks them with creating their very own bustling civilization, all the while working towards a military, scientific, cultural, economic, or religious victory. Though many strategy games have tried to imitateCivilization’s addictive formula, few have succeeded, though it seems likeAra History Untoldcould be one of those few....

Summary One Piece’slong-running story has been subjected to critique by many anime fans, as they believe it takes time for things to get interesting. But those who have been following the series know that it has been interesting from the get-go. The long story ensures that every character gets an opportunity to shine. Sometimes they even get second chances to prove themselves to the audience. Despite the multiple attempts, some characters are unable to make the most of them....

Summary “Star Warsis for everyone.” That iconic quote given byLuke Skywalker actor Mark Hamillhas been used many times as a way to welcome new characters and creators into the franchise. It is also an important point to remember as the world marks Pride Month. On screen,Star Warshasn’t introduced much in the way ofLGBTQ+ representation. However, the franchise is filled with books, comics, and video games that have expanded beyond what is seen on film and television....

Summary Batman’s evolution from a vibrant bat-themed detective Caped Crusader to a more brooding Dark Knight inDC Comicscame from a culmination of the publisher’s exploration of various themes and genres with the character. It’s thanks to Batman’s transition to darker, grittier stories that the world of comics has been presented with some of the most compelling narratives involving the hero, some of which tackle the cynicism and mystery often associated with the noir genre....

The Soulslike genre has seen its share of standout titles over the years, but none quite captured the attention of fans with its reveal likeBlack Myth: Wukong. The upcoming game from developer Game Science was first revealed in 2020 with a trailer of pre-alpha footage that garnered nearly 2 million views on YouTube with its beautiful graphics and intense gameplay. WhileBlack Myth: Wukonghas all the elements in place to be the next big entry in the Soulslike genre, it needs to avoid the missteps of the recentWo Long: Fallen Dynastyif it’s going to succeed....

Quick Links Over the years, thenumber of free-to-play MMOshas steadily increased, giving MMO fans plenty of options in terms of unique story themes and gameplay styles. But, one of the prevailing themes among MMOs is the fantasy-style one, with games likeWorld of WarcraftandBlack Desert Onlinebeing the most popular. RELATED:Best MMOs to Try For Beginners Another fantasy-themed MMO that has plenty to offer isBlessed Unleashed. InBlessed Unleashed, players can explore the vast world of Lumios and fight hundreds of different monsters and bosses....

Borderlands 3fans usually only get new shift codes from Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, but this week he surprised everyone by releasing a new shift code on Thursday evening. Like mostBorderlands 3shift codes shared by Randy Pitchford, this latest one has an extremely short shelf-life, and so those that want to redeem it will have to act fast. Redeeming the newBorderlands 3shift code is fairly simple, and should be routine for fans of the game by now....