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Summary The gaming landscape has changed dramatically in recent years thanks to the acceleration of the Internet and the Indie scene. In the modern age, hundreds (if not thousands) of games are now released each year, ranging from AAA masterpieces to overwhelmingly fun Indie titles. The Industry has also seen the emergence of Games As A Service (GAAS), with powerhouse titles like Fortnite, Destiny 2, Overwatch 2, and more offering seasonal content, battle passes, and other forms of ever-growing content to keep players engaged....

The Elder Scrolls Onlinehas been going strong since its release in 2014 and has remained one of themost popular MMORPGs. This year, Zenimax Online Studios took veteranElder Scrollsfans back to Skyrim with theGreymoorchapter and theHarrowstormandStonethornDLCs this year that brought some nostalgia vibes. RELATED:Final Fantasy 14: 5 Things It Does Better Than ESO (& 5 Things ESO Does Better) With theMarkarthDLC coming out to finish off the year strong forThe Elder Scrolls Online,there are still plenty of things to be done and areas in Tamriel and beyond that need exploring....

The isekai genrehas received a lot of attentionover the past decade. This development is partly due to the genre’s intriguing stories that drops a regular character into a brand new fantasy setting, and interestingly depicts how they interact with otherworldly beings and adapt to their varying customs. However, due to the constant release of titles that lacked any real individuality, creators began finding new ways to make their stories unique and exciting....

Summary Haunted Chocolatieris the upcoming chocolate confectionery store simulator by ConcernedApe, creator of the critically acclaimed indie titleStardew Valley. Development forHaunted Chocolatierbegan in 2020, and updates on the game’s progress have been sparse ever since. At one point in time, it appeared as though 2024 would be the yearHaunted Chocolatierlaunched, asStardew Valley’s development only took four years. However, that hope is quickly slipping away as the year progresses. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely thatHaunted Chocolatierwill be released in 2024, and it might actually be for the best if the game isn’t finished yet....

Monster movies have been around for almost as long as movies themselves. Over the years, many iconic monsters have been created that continue to be crowd-pleasers. Vampires, werewolves, Pennywise, and The Blob are all hugely recognizable monsters that have endured through decades of movie-going audiences, leaving their mark and scaring the public with every new release. But what happens when the monster in a movie doesn’t land? Whether it’s due to poor creature design, bad special effects, or just an ineffective monster,there are hundreds of terrible movie monstersto choose from....

Summary The Last of Usis lying dormant for now when it comes to single-player content. But if and when the series returns in earnest, it may benefit from dabbling in a classic mechanic present in theResident Evilfranchise. Adding this gameplay mechanic could help makeThe Last of Useven more tense, scary, and engaging. While they may not seem too similar upon first glance,Resident EvilandThe Last of Usshare some important similarities. Both games can be classified as survival horror, with an emphasis on slow-paced, thoughtful gameplay, collecting resources, and uncovering story elements through notes and other in-game collectibles....

Season 9 ofApex Legendswill bring with it plenty of changes and additions including a new weapon and seasonal balancing. The biggest addition, as with previous seasons, is the newest legend entering the fray and bringing new abilities for players to try out. The former pilot known asValkyriealready has players excited for the game’s newest season, but Respawn said it will be keeping an eye on her once she’s out in the wild....

Imitation is often referred to as the greatest form of flattery, which means that many creators can judge how beloved their works have become by how muchfan art some titles inspire. One artist in particular has taken this to a multi-layered level, by combining iconic shots ofThe Last of Us 2with another cinematic art style to create a number of stellar art pieces. Korean artist Mincho has drawn a considerable amount of fan art in the style of Studio Ghibli, combining tons of more modern titles likeThe Last of Us 2with classic anime cinematics....

Summary With the upcomingAvowedseemingly being set to keep its 2024 release window, hype around the fantasy project is reaching a fever pitch. Developed by Obsidian Entertainment, the depth of combat and exploration in the title already seems fascinating, with its recent appearance at the Xbox Developer Direct finally giving fans a more complete picture of what to expect. Given the amount of anticipation that already surroundsAvowed, the concept of a sequel at some point in the future is not out of the question....

Summary Players who hearFiraxis Gameswill most likely think of Sid Meier, with the acclaimed video game designer being one of its co-founders. However, while manyCivilizationtitles are under the Firaxis banner, players may be surprised that many franchises are also considered parts of the video game dev’s slate of games. On top of hitCivilizationtitles are otherFiraxis Games, which accommodate various genres. While Firaxis Games seems to specialize in all “turn-based” tags, the video game dev may surprise fans with their rather expanded slew of games they can try....

Some games just know how to give that much-needed adrenaline kick. These run-and-gun titles feature fast-paced gameplay generally accompanied by a healthy dose of ranged combat, making for a hectic and great time. It was a genre that was mainly dominant in the golden years of gaming before modern innovations led to other genres taking over the limelight. RELATED:FPS Games That Changed The Genre Forever (& Others That Failed To Innovate)...

Summary Mythological reanimated dead creatures have been a pop culture staple since the 20th century. The flesh-eating foes show roots in Haitian folklore, typically a deceased person brought to life through magical practices. In the 20th century,Zombieswere popularized particularly through the 1954 novelI Am Legendand the filmNight of the Living Dead. As Zombie depictions in media grew, their origins altered with radiation, parasites, fungi, and science all being behind the rise of the undead....

Warframeis a game that mixes third-person action-adventure shooter action with an MMO environment, with smooth gameplay but complicated currency systems that give players lots to do. While players can choose to focus on whatever aspects of the game they like, inevitably they will want to gain Mastery Rank by using Warframes, weapons, Archwings, and more. For all there is to do in this game, players need to be well-equipped with a great primary, secondary, and melee weapon as part of their loadout....