It’s almost launch day for the new models ofPS5. Smaller versions of the base console, available with or without a disc drive, launch on November 10, so less than 24 hours from the time of writing. A few retailers are clearly expecting a bit of a rush when launch day arrives, setting up store pages ahead of time. Walmart is among them, listing theSpider-Man 2PS5 bundle which effectively includes a copy of the newest PS5 exclusive for no additional charge....

Despite being fairly well-received upon launch,Starfieldhas been suffering a death of one thousand cuts ever since. Now that all the new release hype has faded away and fans are left with the game as it is, opinions appear to have shifted somewhat, as even those that liked the game back when it first launched are starting to turn. It recently becameBethesda’s lowest-rated game ever, it hada fairly disappointing number of nominations at The Game Awards, and now it’s dropped to a ‘Mixed’ rating on Steam....

Stellar Blade, the long-awaitedPlayStation 5exclusive, just got a new gameplay trailer at tonight’sState of Playshowcase. We also have a release date, with Stellar Blade now set to launch on June 13, 2025. Check out the latest trailer for Stellar Blade below, giving us a better look at the gameplay ahead of its 2024 launch. This includes a look at some previously unseen companions, skills trees, and character customisation. The trailer is a mix of gameplay and cinematics, and is definitely our best look at Stellar Blade so far....

It’s the end of the year, which means it’s almost time for The Oscars. Shortlists for potential nominations have recently been making their way onto social media, including the award for Original Song, which many thought could be won byThe Super Mario Bros. Moviefor Bowser’s verysilly yet memorable love song ‘Peaches’. Unfortunately, it’s been snubbed entirely. Twitter account Film Updates has shared the full shortlist of potential nominations, and it’s not good reading if you’re a Mario fan....

Quick Links Summary Mariois inarguably one of the most iconic characters in gaming, and many facets of his design make him recognizable, whether it’s his red overalls, mustache, or logo-emblazoned hat. However, one recurring tool he uses tends to be overlooked in spite of it being something that reappears again and again. In a lot of Mario-related media, the plumber is shown to use a hammer, and in the RPGs especially, it is his most common weapon....

While the soulslike genre has been dominated by FromSoftware, Hexworks stands out with its brilliant work onLords of the Fallen. The studio has successfully been able to craft a game that not only mirrors the soul and challenge of FromSoftware games but also carves its own distinct personality, causing many fans to regard this game as one of themost creative soulslikeout there. Just like any other soulslike out there, Lords of the Fallen also requires you to force your way out of difficult situations using all the tools and techniques at your disposal....

The underhives of Tertium are not the place for the faint of heart, as players often find out rather quickly inWarhammer 40,000: Darktide. While the games throw many enemies at you, thankfully, each character has their own sizeable arsenal to choose from. Of the classes you can play as, none are as strong, brutish, and great at crowd control as the ogryn skullbreakers. Large abhumans, they may not be the brightest candle in the ecclesiarchy, but they make up for it with some impressive weaponry that only they can wield....

Summary Auto Battlers are the perfect genre for busy gamers, perhaps like yourself, and a fair amount ofmobiledevelopers have caught on to that. While mobile platforms still can’t match the incredible graphical capabilities of aPC’s graphics card, mobile gaming is nonetheless a highly convenient, portable alternative. If you have anAndroiddevice capable of accessing the Google Play Store, then you’re in luck; you’ll be able to try out the best games the Auto Battler genre has to offer....

Summary While the story ofLike A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Namemight be over in a flash, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to prove your combat skills against several bosses. While Kiryu is fighting to hide his identity, you’ll encounter some foes who will stop at nothing to destroy him. However, the hardest bosses in The Man Who Erased His Name won’t simply reveal themselves without a show of strength....

Ravnica Remastered is the third in the series of remastered sets inMagic: The Gathering, reprinting classic cards from across Ravnica’s history. Since Ravnica is one of the oldest planes with a ton of different sets on it, there are plenty of powerful cards seeing reprints in Ravnica Remastered, and in some cases their first ever. The colorless cards of Ravnica Remastered are all excellent, having a variety of utility and power for multiple strategies....

Doctor Whois 60 years old, and in that time it has changed shape as many times asthe leading Time Lord themselves. It’s daunting jumping in as an outsider without any context, whether you’re leaning toward New Who, Classic Who, or whatever we end up calling this new era. You have the black-and-white days of the ’60s, the James Bond-style action thriller of the ’70s, Tom Baker’s iconic alien approach to the role that spanned more than any other actor, the guilt-laden revival of a post-war Doctor, the timey wimey Moffat tenure, and Jodie Whittaker with her canon-bending escapades....

Summary Although considered one of the greatest RPGs of all time, and Game of the Year in 2023,Baldur’s Gate 3didn’t launch in a perfect state, despite how amazing it was. With every patch since launch, Larian Studios has added amazing changes that make it better each time. While most of these are additions added to fix minor issues and annoyances, they all do so with immersion in mind and keeping to what the players are asking for....

Quick Links The Renetti is a three-round burst sidearm introduced inCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.Its fast fire rate and minimal recoil make it an excellent backup option for when your primary weapon runs out of ammo. Alternatively, you can also use MW3’s updated Gunsmith system to morph this weapon into a fast-firing SMG. Thanks to the Aftermarket Parts system, the Renetti is the perfect weapon for virtually every playstyle. From a backup quickdraw pistol to a secondary SMG, this guide will showcase two of the best Renetti builds in MW3 that excel in any loadout across all of Modern Warfare 3’s various game modes....