10 Pokemon Spin Offs That Are Nothing Like The Main Games

Pokémon started off with Red and Green in Japan, taking the player to the Kanto region to take on gym leaders and complete the Pokédex. The series evolved into other forms of games outside of the mainline titles to make the concept similar but focus on different types of gameplay. Some Pokémon fans may have gotten into the franchise from games like Pokémon Pinball, Pokémon Stadium, or even the card game or anime....

August 21, 2022 · 5 min · 1009 words · Rosa Bodrick

10 Ways That Fallout 76 Improved Over Fallout 4 Ranked

Fallout 76 and Fallout 4 are just two of the installments of the post-apocalyptic franchise. They’re the two most recent in the series and players are somewhat divided on whether or not they can be compared to each other because of all the differences between them. However, there are still a lot of improvements that are made in 76 to help players on their journey in the wasteland. This list will go over a bunch of the best improvements that 76 added to the franchise and show players that there actually are a bunch of things that are better about the multiplayer game than the single-player one....

August 21, 2022 · 6 min · 1179 words · Ryan Priest

14 Best South Park Characters Who Were Retired Or Written Out Of The Show

For nearly twenty-four years South Park has been a beloved comedy staple for television audiences. In addition to the main cast, several minor characters have risen to prominence over the past two decades. Jimmy Valmer and Butters Stotch are but two examples of one-off characters that have seen a tremendous increase in popularity. Others, however, haven’t been quite so lucky. Some South Parkcharacters, particularly those from the first several seasons, were eventually cut from the show altogether....

August 21, 2022 · 9 min · 1712 words · Bruce Jenkins

14 Things You Need To Know Before Starting Final Fantasy 14

Final Fantasy is easily one of the biggest franchises in gaming. These role-playing titles have spanned decades and accumulated countless fans the world over. It’s not all that surprising, then, that Final Fantasy XIV has built a sizeable online community. Wide-eyed devotees and newcomers alike have steadily flocked to this game, engaging with its myriad of customizable content and losing themselves in its exotic world. This has helped sustain the title for years, a feat not many online pastimes can boast....

August 21, 2022 · 9 min · 1813 words · Edith Floyd

15 Best Video Game Cheat Codes Of All Time

Cheat codes may not be as prominent in video games as they once were, but there was a time when entire magazines, TV shows, and websites were dedicated to sharing these commands, codes, and tactics that would change the way you played your favorite games. The thing about cheat codes is that they’re rarely just about the “cheat.” Yes, there’s a certain joy to becoming invincible, unlocking new items, or just skipping a few levels, but the thing that separates the best cheat codes from an endless selection of similar cheats is the way they would often go on to define the games they were in to such a degree that it almost feels stranger to think of playing those games without cheats enabled....

August 21, 2022 · 9 min · 1833 words · Patricia Toliver

15 E3 Rumors We Hope Aren T True And 10 That Are Already Confirmed

E3 comes along every year and with it so does a number of different announcements, gameplay videos, trailers and teasers. As well as a plethora of premature rewards and subsequent hype leading up to a given game’s release. It’s an exciting time of year for gamers who’ve been eagerly awaiting new releases and want to hear big news out of the industry in real time. But in the past few years, the conference has dwindled somewhat....

August 21, 2022 · 22 min · 4474 words · Jan Elliott

Batman Arkham City Nightwing Gameplay Video

There’s a very good chance that you fans of Batman: Arkham City are still working your way through the seemingly endless array of side missions and Riddler challenges, so the proposition of even more content may seem a bit daunting. But whether you like it or not, Nightwing is coming to Arkham City very soon. Luckily, some footage of Batman’s former ward has made its way online. When Rocksteady first announced that they would in fact be bringing Nightwing to the already accomplished title (read our review) there was no doubt some who thought that Grayson’s inclusion was somewhat pointless, since one Robin was already invited to the party....

August 20, 2022 · 2 min · 387 words · Patsy Mueller

Black Ops 2 Easter Egg Guide

By now, fans of the Call of Duty series know how many easter eggs and inside jokes inevitably find their way into the game’s campaign and multiplayer stages. With Black Ops, developer Treyarch took things to a whole new level. As could be expected then, Black Ops 2 has already proven fruitful where easter eggs and hidden jokes are concerned. We don’t know what it is about designing a Call of Duty title that allows developers to place seeming hours of time and energy into secret content that many players will walk right by, but we’re not complaining....

August 20, 2022 · 5 min · 946 words · Pamela Beyah

Borderlands The Pre Sequel Dlc Character Baroness Leaked

Since the first game, the Borderlands franchise has established a pattern of DLC expansions that, when compared to an average title, provides extra value and content to the base game. In fact, some of Borderlands’ best experiences have come, not from the main campaign, but from the DLC expansions. With the release of Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel has come new expectations for DLC, which developers Gearbox Software and 2K Australia have already confirmed is on the way....

August 20, 2022 · 2 min · 402 words · Michael Lombardo

Borderlands The Pre Sequel Gets Third Person Mod

Sometimes a simple perspective change can be everything a game needs to help breath new life into it. Whether through official means or modding on behalf of the community, fundamental shifts to a game’s form can make for some entertaining experiences. Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel is the most recent game to have received this treatment, as a recent mod gives players the ability to change the perspective they play from. Despite making a name for itself through first-person iterations of the series, a community-created mod for Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel allows players to play the game from a third-person point of view....

August 20, 2022 · 2 min · 417 words · Amanda Mcginley

Crackdown Scalebound Skipping E3 For Gamescom

With E3 2015 set to get underway next week, Microsoft has plenty of titles on its plate to show off at the world’s biggest gaming convention. Two games which have had relatively quiet months since their announcement at last year’s E3, however, won’t be featuring in the returning line-up. Microsoft’s Crackdown and Platinum Games’ Scalebound will both wait until August to return to the spotlight at Gamescom, skipping the E3 2015 experience entirely....

August 20, 2022 · 2 min · 424 words · Robert Irwin

Etherium Review

Etherium is an ambitious sci-fi RTS produced by Tindalos Interactive and Focus Home Interactive that aims to chip its way into a competitive market. Featuring the potential for massive battles, dynamic environments and long campaigns, the game centers around the struggle to collect a precious resource called etherium. Tindalos Interactive’s Etherium has a lot to prove - especially with so many direct comparisons to Supreme Commander pouring in. Read on to find out if the game stacks up against the competition....

August 20, 2022 · 5 min · 918 words · Frances King

Far Cry 4 Director Was Surprised By Racist Accusations

The issue of race and nationality isn’t one that will pop up in too many AAA video games - as a general rule, most mainstream games avoid topics as politically-charged whenever possible. But the Far Cry series has been no stranger to the discussion in the past, and with the announcement of Far Cry 4 travelling to the Himalayas and telling a story unique to the region, that isn’t stopping any time soon....

August 20, 2022 · 4 min · 795 words · Amy Diaz

Flappy Bird Creator Removes Game From Mobile Stores Updated

[UPDATE: It appears Dong Nguyen was a man of his word as the developer has eliminated all traces of Flappy Bird from mobile stores.] [Update 2: The reason why Flappy Bird was removed and the aftermath.] Well, that was fast. After only a few days at the top of various mobile app stores it appears the phenomenon known as Flappy Bird will soon be no more. This according to the game’s sole developer, Dong Nguyen, who broke news of his game’s imminent disappearing act over Twitter....

August 20, 2022 · 3 min · 453 words · Daryl Mcdaniel

Grand Theft Auto Online Launch Connection Problems Support Faq Detailed By Rockstar Games

After the unprecedented success of the Grand Theft Auto 5 release, eyes quickly turned to October 1st - when the game’s multiplayer component Grand Theft Auto Online was set to launch. Considering that over 15 million copies of the game have sold to date, Rockstar Games previously predicted that players would likely encounter errors in the opening hours of GTA Online availability (especially since the multiplayer component was never opened-up to public beta testing)....

August 20, 2022 · 5 min · 863 words · Tanya Krummel

Lord Of The Rings War In The North Trailers Showcase Each Race S Skills And Abilities

The world of Lord of the Rings is so rich and filled with lore that three movies and three books just couldn’t emphasize how expansive of a phenomenon J.R.R. Tolkien created. Hoping to give a new slice of that world is Lord of the Rings: War in the North, developed by Snowblind Studios. What War in the North does with the Lord of the Rings property is give gamers a new perspective on events within the game’s lore that are only briefly mentioned — as seen through the eyes of three different characters....

August 20, 2022 · 3 min · 438 words · Joseph Cooper

Magequit Is A Wizard Brawler Where The Best Beard Wins

MageQuit is a wild all-out magical brawl that enthusiastically embraces spell casting and big, big beards, and is finally leaving Steam’s Early Access for an official release to both PC and Xbox One. If you are looking for a light-hearted, playful take on the brawler genre that has significant build variety, this might be the perfect game for you. The game is best described as a top-down wizard brawler that allows players to progressively tailor their build with spell drafting throughout each match....

August 20, 2022 · 3 min · 466 words · David Smith

Need For Speed The Run Cast Announced Demo And Trailer Released

Although a full month remains before Need for Speed The Run lands on store shelves, today is a big day for the game. A brand new demo has just hit Xbox Live and PlayStation Network, and Electronic Arts has announced the game’s lead actors. From the initial announcement that Black Box would be heading up development duties on Need for Speed The Run, fans of the series anticipated a return to the story-heavy style of Need for Speed: Most Wanted and Need for Speed Carbon....

August 20, 2022 · 3 min · 542 words · Lisa Englert

Old Republic Signs Of War Trailer European Launch Date Announced

Assassinations? Corruption? Political Conflict? No sign of Jar Jar Binks? If the latest trailer for The Old Republic is to believed then it looks like the battle for the galaxy isn’t going to be an easy one - but then again when is war ever simple? Showing off epic battles and backroom conflicts, the latest trailer for The Old Republic seems to hint that the final game will make waves when it launches later this year - and not just because it’s a Star Wars title....

August 20, 2022 · 3 min · 503 words · Gerard Babcock

Qu Es Apex Legends El Battle Royale Gratuito

¿Qué es PUBG Mobile y por qué todo el mundo habla de PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds? ¿Qué es Fortnite Battle Royale? ¿Cómo funciona y en qué dispositivos se puede jugar? ¿Qué es Apex Legends? PC - Descárgalo desde Origin Xbox - Consíguelo en Microsoft PlayStation - Descárgalo desde PlayStation Store Nintendo Switch - Consíguelo gratis aquí ¿En qué se diferencia de otros juegos Battle Royale? Botín y equipo Niveles y puntos de experiencia ¿Qué personajes hay?...

August 20, 2022 · 1 min · 116 words · Brandon Swagerty