A new poll went out recently that presented potential buyers of thePlayStation 5and theXbox Series Xwith four different selling points: Backward Compatibility, Affordable Pricing, Better Graphics, and Exclusive Games. The poll then asked these buyers to choose one of these four points to represent what would most influence their decision to choose thePS5over theXbox Series Xand vice versa, and the results that came back were interesting if not a tad bit predictable....

Arthur Morgan is arguably one of the most fascinating characters to have ever graced the gaming world. As well as his interesting morality, theRed Dead Redemption 2protagonist is shown to have superhuman-like powers on numerous occasions throughout the game. He’s able toslow down time with the Dead Eye mechanicin order to better aim his shots and also possesses a somewhat remarkable talent for bringing horses back from the dead. While certainly impressive though, these two abilities are just the tip of the iceberg....

Red Dead Redemption 2is well established as one of the most immersive games ever released thanks to a huge, expansive world that Rockstar has managed to fill in with neat details and interesting Easter eggs. Unfortunately, this meticulous attention to detail makes even minor bugs much more jarring. To that end, a long-standing bug inRed Dead Redemption 2has become the hilarious subject of one Redditor’s video. Any player knows how importantthe camp is withinRed Dead Redemption 2....

ROCCAT Vulcan TKL Pro Gaming Keyboard Roccat Vulcan TKL Pro is a professional-grade gaming keyboard that has linear optical Titan switches, which deliver the speed of optical technology with a linear feel of mechanical switches. Actuation happens at the speed of light, but the keys have still a distinct mechanical feel.The tenkeyless form factor and the low-profile ergonomic design make the keyboard more compact and easier to use with personalized setups....

Animal Crossing: New Horizonsis viewed by many as a charming, relaxing game, but it’s not without its quirks and spooky moments. Some of these hauntings are intentional, where players are tasked with assisting a ghost in finding all its pieces, or subjects in fake paintings might move or change. However, one player found themselves quite frightened when a commonAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsbugled to a jumpscare. Animal Crossing: New Horizonsallows players to open their island to others, letting fellow fans come to visit....

Summary Spoilers ahead for games created by LucasArts, Platinum Games, Bungie, CDProjekt RED, BioWare, & Arrowhead Game Studios Despite the seeming beauty in futuristic technology found in some of the bestsci-figames, death seems to follow, and in many of these titles, the protagonist has their fate sealed in sorrow. The main character dies in thesesci-figames, showcasing that despite the advancement in technology, sometimes a sacrifice must be made, or sometimes, things just don’t work out like they are supposed to, providing both sad and bitter-sweet endings....

After falling prey to Warner Bros. Discovery’s round of cancellations,Scooby-Doo! and Krypto, Too!has been leaked online. Warner Bros. Discovery began purging content from their streaming platform HBO Max during the summer of 2022 and cancelling upcoming projects in various production states. According to WB, the reason for the cancellations was to receive tax write-offs on projects they didn’t see as lucrative enough. While many projects fell victim to this decision, theScooby-Doofranchise took a lot of hits....

There are a lot of mechanics spread throughoutSoul Hackers 2. The combat is fairly straightforward at the start but gets a lot more complex as players continue their adventure through the neo-Tokyo-based adventure. Once Ringo and her friends gain access to the COMP Smith, they’ll open a world of upgrading potential that can transform the party into element-based specialists, capable of dishing out some serious damage to their enemies. Augments, Affinities, and Mistiques go above and beyond simple damage upgrades and can unlock a character’s true potential if used correctly....

Soulslike titles have become all the rage since theSoulsgames exploded onto the gaming scene. Studios have gone on to recreate unique versions of theSoulsformula, and OverBorder’s upcoming titleThymesiahas shown a ton of promise with its plague-inspired take on the formula. Ahead of its launch next month, the developers have announced a slight shift inThymesia’s launch date.Thymesiais the upcoming title from OverBorder and independent games label Team17. The game puts players in the role of “Corvus” and is set in a kingdom where death spreads due to diseases and monsters....

Summary One prolific Bethesda modder released aStarfield"Potato Mode" mod that crushes the game’s textures to the point of possibly making it playable on some older PCs. The mod surfaced online ahead ofStarfield’sfull-fledged release. While Bethesda’s space-faring RPG will offer mod support, its official modding toolkit won’t be available at launch. And though the developer has yet to reveal when exactly the kit will release, the lack of official tools hasn’t stopped enthusiasts from coming up withStarfieldmods before the game has even left early access....

Any character in a story needs to have a goal. Without direction, a hero is just an idealist and a villain is just a jerk. However, if a person is characterized by their drive, they’re not likely to stop just because they’ve succeeded. After their first victory, they’ll move on to the next with no end in sight. At some point, someone just has to ask “and then what?” People love a good sequel, but not every story can sustain future installments....

As players ofHelldivers 2continue their fight for democracy, some have requested the game’s developers to increase the maximum squad count from four to five or even higher. Others see this idea as a potential blessing for facingall the Terminid and Automaton threatsand objectives. However, there are also compelling reasons why it can be a detrimental addition. Helldivers 2has established itself as an immensely popular third-person cooperative shooter. With an estimated 8 million units sold, it is clear that the game has players devoted to achieving anything and everything it has to offer....

New photos from the set of Warner Bros. and DC’sThe Batmanprovide the latest glimpse at Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne. The collection of photos also feature Zoe Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobbleplot/Penguin, and John Turturro as Carmine Falcone. The Batmanwas in the midst of production when the COVID-19 pandemic prompted Warner Bros. to suspend filming indefinitely in March, a decision that would lead to the studio pushing back the blockbuster’s June 2021 release date to October of the same year....