Unknown 9: Awakening Announced for PC and Next-Gen Consoles

In addition to teasers and revelations about existing franchises and upcoming titles, Gamescom’s opening night is hosting several world premieres of entirely new video game franchises. And the first trailer for a new property is deeply intriguing. Developer Reflector Entertainment dropped a cinematic reveal forUnknown 9: Awakening.Very little is known about the aptly-titled game thus far. Reflector Entertainment is also a relative unknown, though itsUnknown 9"storyworld" seems to be its primary focus at the moment, weaving a narrative that will play out across multiple media platforms....

July 25, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Kenneth Kelly

What Sony’s Lack of a Response to Xbox Game Pass at State of Play Could Mean for PS Now

A couple of days ago, Sony held aState of Playlivestream after the companyonce again ditched E3 2021 this year. Although many were expecting a huge presentation from Sony due to Microsoft’s big announcements at E3, the recent State of Play was relatively low-profile. It only announced a handful of games releasing on the PS5. RELATED:Every Game Featured at Sony’s July 2021 State of Play Sony May Be Sticking To Its Current Business Model Although Microsoft’s Xbox Game Pass is turning heads in the video game industry, it is worth noting that in terms of units sold,the PS5 is still miles ahead of the Xbox Series X and Series S....

July 25, 2025 · 2 min · 378 words · John Gardner

Why Howl and Sophie are the Best Ghibli Couple

Summary Studio Ghibli has some of the most beautiful depictions of love in any anime. But the couple that stands out above the rest is Sophie Hatter, a shy haberdasher, and the flamboyant wizard Howl Pendragon Jenkins. While they may initially seem like an unlikely match, their journey inHowl’s Moving Castleproves that love can transcend even the heaviest of burdens. Their relationship is one of the most memorable and romantic pairings inStudio Ghiblihistory, rivaling even the beloved Seiji Amasawa and Shizuku Tsukishima from Whisper of the Heart....

July 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1124 words · Stephanie Alvarez

Xbox Said to Be Working With Third Parties for Major Exclusive Games

Xboxis going into the current generation with a multi-pronged strategy. Acquiring new studios to not just bolster, but multiply Xbox Games Studios' output of exclusives is just one facet of that strategy. Picking up big Xbox Game Pass additions, like the recently announcedOutriders, is also an important aspect of the plan. NowXboxfans can get excited about another prong of attack, as Xbox is reportedly now pursuing partnerships with third-party studios for long-term exclusive franchises....

July 25, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Kathleen Mercado

10 Most Iconic Story Campaigns In Video Game History

A great video game campaign will allow gamers to replay it multiple times and still experience something new. An iconic story campaign will stick to the brains of players like a strong adhesive for years and years as they recall every great character and twist. RELATED:10 Shooters With Lengthy Campaigns (& How Long They Take To Beat) From beginning to end, some of the best campaigns have engaged with players on a personal level, tugging at their heart strings, making them laugh, and always keeping things interesting....

July 24, 2025 · 7 min · 1297 words · Daniel Adams

10 Things You Didn't Know About Fast & Furious: Spy Racers

Fast & Furiousis one of the most well-known movie franchises of all time. After 13 movies and counting, Netflix decided to release a long-overdue animated series. Its fourth season was introduced in 2021, and it has great reviews so far. Nostalgic parents enjoy the show just as much as their children. RELATED:10 Action Movies That Should Get Video Game Adaptations The storyline revolves around Dom Toretto’s cousin, Tony, recruited by a government agency to infiltrate an elite crime organization called SH1FT3R....

July 24, 2025 · 6 min · 1233 words · Samantha Finley

4 Things We Learned From Tales Of Arise's Trailer & Gameplay Showcase

It has been a long time coming since the last entry in theTalesfranchise. First of all,Tales of Arisewas first shown at E3 2019, the last big blowout before the pandemic. After that details were scarce, especially in 2020 even though the game was still planned to launch in the fall season. After that delay, there is now a release date on top of tons of more details about what fans can expect from this new entry via two recent trailers....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 957 words · Jodi Williams

5 Indies Games to Check Out If You Are Excited for God of War: Ragnarok

2018’sGod of Warwas a staggering hit on the PS4, despite making a huge leap by moving Kratos from Ancient Greece to the Nine Realms of Norse mythology. The story towed a fine line between the Norse myths and its own narrative, with some touching moments and shocking twists along the way that solidified it as one of the year’s best triple-A titles. “Ragnarok is coming” inGod of War’s upcoming sequel, and many fans are excited to see how Santa Monica Studio brings the Norse apocalypse to life in theGod of Waruniverse....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 944 words · Robin Jackson

All Infamy Ranks in Skull and Bones

Pirates are not known for their law-abiding ways, which is a reputation you will actively seek out in Ubisoft’s seafaring action-adventure titleSkull and Bones. As you sink enemy ships, plunder settlements, and loot any treasures you encounter along the way, you will continue to build an infamous reputation as one of the most notorious pirates to ever command a sea vessel. As you upgrade your unknown sailor and become more known across the Indian Ocean, you will be granted new titles befitting your status as a naval bandit....

July 24, 2025 · 2 min · 377 words · Karen Scott MD

Amnesia: The Dark Descent – How To Get The Elevator Working

Horror survival games — especially those involving intricate puzzles — can become tiresome after several unsuccessful attempts.Amnesia: The Dark Descentrelies onphysics-based puzzlesof varying difficulty to immerse and challenge players; these configurations often involve adding, removing or rearranging components or inventory items. Related:Beginner Tips For Amnesia: The Dark Descent Amnesia: The Dark Descentfollows Daniel, an everyman who finds himselftrapped inside Brennenburg Castle, belonging to Alexander of Brennenburg. Armed with little more than his wits, Daniel must navigate Brennenburg and escape unscathed, all while uncovering the dastardly plan of Alexander and fighting to survive against hostile monsters....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 616 words · James Jacobson

Apex Legends Players Notice Familiar Ship in the Sky

As more information aboutApex LegendsSeason 7 is being released, fans are noticing some changes in both World’s Edge and King’s Canyon. AsApex Legendsis approaching Season 7 and is currently in the middle of theFight or Fright Halloween event, a large object has appeared in the sky and some fans have realized the object has made an appearance in the game before. The UFO in the sky appears to be an oddly shaped ship, with three egg-shaped pods attached....

July 24, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Michael Hernandez

Best Main Characters In Octopath Traveler 2

Octopath Travelerwas a unique game when it launched on the Switch in 2018. It was a return to classic Square Enix turn-based RPGs from the SNES era. It played and looked like them thanks to the new art style that Square Enix coined as HD-2D. Square Enix has since released other games in this style, likeTriangle StrategyandLive A Live, and has announced others like a remake ofDragon Quest 3. RELATED:Beginner Tips For Octopath Traveler 2 Octopath Traveler 2is more of the same, which should delight fans of the original....

July 24, 2025 · 5 min · 1030 words · Alejandro Rose

Best Scout Weapons In Battlefield 1

Summary A steady aim, pre-calculated bullet drop, and a lot of patience headline the skilled marksmanship of the scout class inBattlefield 1. Disrupting enemy movements and taking out targets one by one from obscure spots on the map is as reliant on the players’ sniping skills as it is on the weapon’s performance. This topic will take a look at the top scout-class weapons inBattlefield 1and rank them in terms of their performance indicators like damage output, range, and bullet velocity....

July 24, 2025 · 4 min · 774 words · Christopher Hart