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A recent update to the Nintendo Switch has given users a better way to view games that they’ve searched for. Switch players have been clamoring for years for improvements to theeShop, and this is one step in the right direction. Like other modern consoles, the Nintendo Switch has its own digital shop that allows players to view and purchase the myriad of games available for the device. However, users have complained that theNintendo Switch eShoplacks certain quality of life features that devices like the PS5 and Xbox Series X have, making it more difficult to explore....

Summary One of 2022’s most interesting releases,Midnight Sunsis a game of contrasts. On the one hand, Firaxis' turn-based tactics and deck-building hybrid was a critical success, garnering plenty of praise for its unique take on both the Marvel license and Firaxis' proven success with theXCOMfranchise. On the other hand,Midnight Sunsfailed to land commercially, potentially prompting creative director Jake Solomon to step down from Firaxis in the interest of starting a new studio and stepping away from the turn-based tactics genre as a whole....

Summary APokemonfan online has shared an amazing painting of Piplup, the Generation 4 Water-type starter first seen inDiamond and Pearl. Piplup is a long-time fan-favorite for manyPokemonfans, and this adorable artwork shows it in stunning detail. It’s hard not to be impressed by the dedication of thePokemoncommunity, which continues to produce a ton of awesome fan creations based on the adorable pocket monsters. At this point, there’s so much of it that it can be difficult to stand out....

Pokemon SwordandShieldare set to launch on Friday, November 15, set to be arguably the biggest Switch release of the year. However, the games have been the source of some controversy, largely stemming from their lack of a national Pokedex, meaning that they will be missing hundreds of Pokemon. Now aPokemon SwordandShieldlaunch event that was scheduled to take place in Japan has been canceled, and speculation online points to the national Pokedex controversy possibly being the reason why....

Sony is expected to reveal its next selection ofPS Plusgames on September 28, but it’s uncertain if it would only reveal the free/Essential games or the Extra and Premium games too. The first couple of months following the launch of PS Plus' new tier system, the free games and the Extra/Premium games were separate reveals. However, thePS Plus Extra and Premium games for September 2022were revealed on the same day as the free games, so it’s uncertain....

Even with the next generation consoles not set for launch until later this month, fans who have pre-ordered PlayStation 5 accessories have started getting them a bit earlier than expected.Images of the DualSense controllerhave been appearing more and more online, giving fans a good look at the new controller even if it’s generally useless without the console itself. However, one person has made a surprising discovery which gives the controller a new purpose until the PS5 launches later this month....

A rating for post-apocalyptic shooterMetro Exoduson PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S has appeared via a ratings board in Taiwan. The rating likely points towards a release date ofMetro Exodus’s next-generation update coming sometime soon. Leaks coming from ratings boards are not uncommon. Just earlier this month,a newSuper Monkey Balltitle possibly leakedfrom an Australian ratings board, and while they are not always accurate,Metro Exodus’seems more likely, as Developer 4A Games announced the update back in February....

Summary Despite reports that plans for it were scrapped, it seemsRedfallis getting one final update after all. Co-op vampire FPSRedfallhas had a rough time ever since it was released last year. The game launched to mostly mixed and negative reviews, and failed to generate a significant audience despite being a day one Xbox Game Pass game. Post-launch updates aimed to address fan feedback and improveRedfall, but did little to actually bring people to the game....

There’s been a flurry ofStar Wars-related gaming news, lately. Whether it’s regarding the resurgence of Lucasfilm Games or the news thatUbisoft is developing aStar Warstitle, there’s been a shakeup in theStar Warsgaming universe. That shakeup is potentially about to grow meaningfully larger, if a new rumor is to be believed. It’s being reported from several sources that a newStar Wars: Knights of the Old Republicis in development, but not from who fans would expect....

Rumors have been circulating about a potentialStar WarsMMO set duringThe Mandalorianera that remains unconfirmed at Xbox Game Studios. Going beyond the rumors that were sparked by a leak, oneStar Warsfan has decided to create unique box art forThe Mandalorianon Xbox that looks good enough to be real.Twitter user SGdrahman7 recently posted their version ofThe Mandalorianbox art for Xbox Series X/S, which focuses on the titular hero from the Disney+ series. It shows the Mandalorian in shiny armor looking at the spine of the box that depicts the title in the same style as in the middle of the art....

Steam is currently running a special promotion on one of 2022’s best-selling games,Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Interested gamers should jump on the deal as soon as possible as time is running out.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2brought a sense of optimism to players afterCall of Duty: Vanguarddisappointed fans of the long-running series. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2was the best-selling game of 2022in the United States, according to a report by NPD Group, an industry leader in game sale data....

Summary A notableLast of Usspeedrunner manages to beat an incredibly challenging world record while playing on Grounded mode, the hardest difficulty in the game. This impressive feat goes to show just how dedicated the speedrunning community truly is, even when it comes to rushing through linear, narrative-driven titles likeThe Last of Us. Ever since the first game’s release in 2013, fans ofThe Last of Usfranchise have been finding new ways to crack the codes of Naughty Dog’s acclaimed titles by completing them as fast as possible....

Summary With the Nintendo Switch successor looming,The Legend of Zeldaprepares to enter a new console generation with a decidedly clear direction.Breath of the WildandTears of the Kingdomhave established the new direction Nintendo wants to take the series moving forward, but one thing that hasn’t changed isthe brilliant boss encounters. Over the past three decades ofZelda, Nintendo has built a roster of iconic foes for Link to fight. Classic villains like Gohma, Dodongo, and Shadow Link have made multiple appearances and helped fill out an already hefty roster of formidable foes....