Payday 3 Now Has 'Mostly Negative' Reviews on Steam

Summary Payday 3has become one of the worst-rated games on Steam. There was great anticipation for the release ofPayday 3, the new installment of the popular first-person shooter franchise. But whatPaydayfans saw was a chaotic and underwhelming launch. Set a few years after the events ofPayday 2,Payday 3brings back Dallas, Chains, Wolf, Hoxton, and Joy, with Pearl as the newest addition to the crew. After living a crime-free franchise life, the gang’s retirement comes to an end when a threat arises....

May 12, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · John Andrews

Pokemon Fan Designs Paradox Forms For Unova Starters

Summary One creativePokemonfan has overhauled the designs of the beloved Gen 5 starters based on the various prehistoric Paradox Pokemon encountered in thePokemon Scarlet and Violetgames. The most recent installations of the core-seriesPokemongames have introduced a number of new concepts and creatures that have captivated the imaginations of the community’s artists and lore enthusiasts alike. Fans who have delved into the depths of the Paldea region’s Area Zero will no doubt be familiar with the somewhat unsettlingParadox Pokemon that inhabit the crater, but these strange new variants of Pokemon are far more than what they may seem at first glance....

May 12, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Michael Hudson

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Video Shows Views From The Highest Regions of Paldea

A trendyPokemon Scarlet and Violetvideo is gaining popularity for showing stunning scenery from the highest points in Paldea.Pokemon Scarlet and Violetare about to release in a few days and fans are eagerly waiting to try them. Besides a roster of brand-new Pokemon like Bellibolt, Quaxly, Cyclizar, Koraidon, and Sprigatito, the Nintendo Switch title will take place in the entirelynew region of Paldea, which could be based on the Iberian peninsula....

May 12, 2025 · 3 min · 464 words · Ashley Schneider

Resident Evil 9’s Most Unlikely Design Choice Could Be a Game-Changer

Summary Capcom isn’t necessarily one to transparently leave a trail of breadcrumbs in one game for the next to follow, especially in terms of how eachResident Evilgame’s ending concludes with finality and closure for that story’s events. Regardless of whether the character takes a helicopter ride into the sunset or not, it’s usually uncertain what the story of the next game will entail, let alone if it will follow the same character again or not....

May 12, 2025 · 4 min · 646 words · April Fisher

She-Hulk: The Show Hasn't Done Enough To Develop Titania

TheShe-Hulkshow hasn’t been receiving the best reviews, with many experiencing Marvel fatigue and a general disappointed consensus with much of Phase 4. Regardless, viewers who are still in for the Marvel ride will find much to enjoy in the lawyer-superhero show. Tatiana Maslany is a brilliant lead who is bringingShe-Hulkto life on the small screen, bad CGI be damned. Titania has already been introduced into the show, but some fans don’t think she’s being developed enough....

May 12, 2025 · 4 min · 800 words · William Guerrero

Tekken 8 Confirms Eddy Gordo Release Date

Summary Bandai Namco has confirmed thatTekken 8’s first post-launch DLC character, Eddy Gordo, will be added to the roster in early April. WhileTekken 8is already a success, Bandai Namco is maintaining the game’s longevity with a season pass of post-launch DLC, expanding its roster of fighters. Thefirst post-launch DLC character forTekken 8is the returning Eddy Gordo. Debuting inTekken 3, Eddy has been a mainstay of the franchise, appearing in every single mainlineTekkengame to date....

May 12, 2025 · 3 min · 529 words · Seth Diaz

The Best Hollow Knight-Like Games to Play Before Silksong Releases

Much to the dismay of a legion of fans who have been patiently (or, maybe not so patiently) awaiting any shred of definitive news regarding its release, yet another round of developer showcases and the Summer Game Fest has come and gone without any mention ofHollow Knight: Silksong. Many had anticipated that the game would see the light of day in 2023 given Phil Spencer’s comments at last year’s Xbox Games Showcase whereHollow Knight: Silksongreceived an extended trailer and gameplay reveal, but unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case....

May 12, 2025 · 5 min · 935 words · Jessica Fitzgerald

What Are The Trolls In LOTR?

Tolkien borrowed a lot of details, settings, characters, and concepts from old fairy tales to create his magnum opus. Many of the creatures of Middle-earth existed in stories decades before the creation of that world. Trolls, for example, originated in Northern mythology alongside dwarves. Their lore is pretty consistent across fiction, but some trolls don’t seem to follow the rules. The monsters inLord of the Ringsrarely get the spotlight.Everyone loves Aragorn andGandalf, but there’s not as much fondness for the Balrog....

May 12, 2025 · 4 min · 819 words · Ryan Martinez

Diablo 4: X Best Consumables A Sorceress Should Always Have

Potions, food, elixirs, and even keys are all examples of items that could be referred to as “consumables” inDiablo 4. They’re used to give the character bonuses to defense, certain spells, and abilities, as in something the character eats or drinks, but it can be anything that disappears after it is used. Any class can make use of elixirs, but there are some that a Sorceress should always have inDiablo 4....

May 11, 2025 · 5 min · 920 words · Sandra Brown

Flintlock: Siege of Dawn Shows Soulslikes Are a Good Fit for Steam Deck

Summary Making its debut back in February 2022, it’s been an impressive few years for Valve’s Steam Deck. A portable, handheld PC,the Steam Deckbridges the gap between console and PC gaming in a way that had never really been done before, at least not so successfully. With its OLED model now out, and its base models getting a little price cut, there’s never been a better time to pick up a Steam Deck, with countless games waiting, games likeFlintlock: The Siege of Dawn....

May 11, 2025 · 3 min · 625 words · Edwin Oconnor Jr.

Isometric Shooter Games With Best Combat

Summary Most people would assume that a game with an isometric perspective where the main character takes up a very small portion of the screen would not be a great fit for a shooting game. The first thing that comes to mind is visual noise, with aiming and dodging attacks sounding like a chore. However, indie games have proven time and time again that this combination is a winning formula....

May 11, 2025 · 4 min · 782 words · Virginia Pugh

Joel Has a Lot of Prophetic Quotes Come True in The Last of Us Part 2

Summary Naughty Dog’sThe Last of Usincluded a number of emotionally resonant cutscenes, made more impactful through the use of clever dialogue and a compelling cast. As the game’s protagonist and anti-hero,many of Joel’s quoteshelped to set the stage for this conflict and dramatic tension, working to solidify his backstory and changing perspectives on the world. Some of these musings resonated in the story ofThe Last of Us Part 2, showing a fateful side to his words....

May 11, 2025 · 3 min · 615 words · Charles Mckenzie

Mandalorian Mania: The Ultimate 2023 Shopping Guide For Fans Of The Show

TheStar Warsfranchise took its first swing at a live-action television show withThe Mandalorian,striking gold. The series was incredibly popular, and fans fell in love with the bounty hunter Din Djarin (The Mandalorian) and the force-sensitive foundling Grogu. The Black Series Mandalorian Action Figure The Mandalorian Popcorn Maker Fans ofThe Mandalorianwant to display their love for the show in various areas of their life. The best merchandise forMandalorianfans allows them to celebrate their favorite characters and details from the series....

May 11, 2025 · 7 min · 1344 words · Emily Ford