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Summary Forza Motorsportditches the open-world formula of previous entries and returns players tocompetitive on-track racingwhich features a variety of iconic tracks. While speed isn’t everything when it comes to winning races, it is certainly still important, and as a result, cars have been classified into separate categories to ensure that racing is kept fair. The fastest cars are to be found at the upper end of the P and X classes, which feature race cars from both the World Endurance Championship and Formula One....

Final Fantasy 14: Endwalkeris so popularSquare Enix had to temporarily stop selling new copiesof the critically-acclaimed MMORPG while it handles server congestion issues. For the millions of players lucky enough to have it already, a fan group called the Phookas has made an exceptional infographic that outlines the game’s Grand Company system, as well as some of the best rewards available through it. The three major city-states of Eorzea each have a Grand Company–the Limsa Lominsan Maelstrom, the Gridanian Order of the Twin Adders, and the Ul’dahn Immortal Flames–one of which players must join early on in the story ofFinal Fantasy 14....

It’s been a while sinceDragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fateappeared in public. Announced during the franchise’s 35th-anniversary celebration in 2021, the game was early in development but still looking to rock the boat. Fans learned thatDragon Quest 12will use Unreal Engine 5, its story is finished, and new battle systems were prototyped for it. The game is also expected to take a darker turn than the normally chipperDragon Questis used to, which has many fans anxiously waiting to see just how different it will be....

A growing trend in video games is an in-universe mini-game, card game, dice game, or something of the sort. It’s a great way to immerse players in a world especially when the game and rules are designed around said universe. Not to mention, everybody loves a fun table game, and fantasy NPCs have to pass the time in some way. For upcoming action RPGFlintlock: The Siege of Dawn, that game is called Sebo....

Summary FromSoftware games likeSekiro: Shadows Die Twiceare known for their high level of challenge. Though they can be quite difficult, they also have deeply engaging and immersive qualities that easily attract players. Bosses, in particular, are what many remember FromSoftware games for, as they usually offer visually pleasing spectacles mixed with active and aggressive combat. While most are remembered as difficult battles,the Folding Screen Monkeys inSekiroshows a different take on boss fights, one that should be considered for the next FromSoftware title....

Genshin Impact’s playable roster is filled with unique anime-inspired characters that remain the main focus of every new update. Developer HoYoverse keeps introducing at least one new character per each update with Yelan being the game’s most recent addition. The game’s unique approach to character design is often a source of inspiration for fans to create their own piece of art. A new post on theGenshin Impactsubreddit shows a funny pixilated animation featuring two popular characters....

Developer miHoYo continues to improve upon the foundation it set forGenshin Impactwith regular updates, events, and more. The latestGenshin Impactevent gives players more reasons to return to the MMORPG, but one fan has discovered a climbing glitch associated with the event. Genshin Impact’s Labyrinth Warriors event has officially begun, and with it comes new challenges that unlock special rewards. With thisGenshin Impactevent, there are several doors to enter scattered around the world of Teyvat....

Ghost Watcherswas released to minimal fanfare but began to make some noise as the day progressed. The multiplayer co-opghost-catching horror gamecan be played solo or with a gang and features voice interactions to spice up the experience. The game, however, has itsown way of dealing with the horror elements. The idea to combine the stereotypical know-hows of the usual exorcisms with the ‘hunt and catch’ mechanics was a jackpot. But the game isn’t pretty forward, though....

AHalo Reachplayer has discovered a strange detail about one of the series' iconic vehicles - the forklift. Thevehicles inHalohave always been a crucial part of the franchise, and it’s interesting to see that they have many quirks left to discover, even in the older titles. The forklift was first introduced as a drivable vehicle inHalo Reach, and it became instantly iconic. Not because it was particularly useful - but because it wasn’t....

The multiplayer component ofHalo Infiniteis still making waves in the gaming landscape, partly due to its continual free updates that add a whole range of new cosmetics to the game. Everynew update gives rise to new water-cooler discussions, and the game’s latest update is certain to get people talking. As of December 29,Halo Infiniteplayers can purchase a range of “Mister Chief” inspired cosmetics, ranging from weapon charms to vehicle sprays, to even a fully-voiced AI companion, all of which proudly brandish the iconicHalomeme’s absurd hand-drawn face....

Summary The head ofHelldivers 2developer Arrowhead Game Studios is responding to calls for increased server capacity in the wake of the new game’s launch. The sci-fi shooter just released, but it’s already made a big impact on the gaming scene.Helldivers 2is drawing players in droves and winning praise from fans and critics. Of course, this large influx of players is having an impact on the title’s servers. Since its launch,Helldivers 2has been outperformingCall of DutyandFortniteon PSN, topping the charts as the number one game on the network....

RecentHonkai: Star Railleaks reveal more information about a new character named Black Swan, who is expected to arrive in the upcoming updates. Even though the game arrived a couple of months ago, HoYoverse keeps constantly expanding the pool of playable characters with every new banner cycle.The ongoingHonkai: Star Raillimited banner is named Contract Zero, and it features the popular five-star Silver Wolf, who has already made an appearance in the game’s official storyline....

Summary With the endless number ofwiredandwireless gaming miceon the market today, there is a mouse available to cater to every gamer’s preferences. The way gamers hold onto their mice may feel so natural to them that they don’t even think about using a different mouse grip type. Even so, when it comes time to purchase a new mouse, understanding the various ways a gamer can grip the device can eliminate less-than-ideal candidates....