Halo Infinite Players Want Better Vehicle Explosions

While theHaloseries is iconic for many reasons, one aspect of the games that many people love is vehicle gameplay. From theclassic Warthog to the massive Wraith, the transports in the franchise help add excitement to battles featured in the games. However, some believe that the series' most recent installment,Halo Infinite, is underselling its vehicles in one significant way. In a post on Reddit, a user known as Jetsflighter pointed out a problem thatHalo Infinitehad with explosions....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Vanessa Carroll MD

Hearthstone Scholomance Academy Trailer Revealed

While Blizzard Entertainment has previously gotten into trouble for banning professionalHearthstoneplayerNg “Blizchung” Wai Chung due to pro-Hong Kong protest comments, theWarcraftspin-off card game remains popular over six years into its life. That popularity is evidenced by the announcement of a newHearthstoneexpansion called Scholomance Academy today, one themed around a Hogwarts-esque magic college with the classic party tropes of movies likeAnimal Housebased on its cinematic trailer. Scholomance Academy will release in early August, with Blizzard revealing some of its 135 new cards incrementally until then....

July 2, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Melissa Smith MD

Honkai: Star Rail 'Farewell, Penacony' Special Program Confirms Date and Start Time

Summary HoYoverse has officially revealed the date and start time for theHonkai: Star RailVersion 2.3 “Farewell, Penacony” Special Program. The upcoming livestream will reveal new details about the newHonkai: Star Railupdate, which is expected to be released sometime this month as the Trailblazer and the crew of the Astral Express prepare to leave Penacony. This past May, the release ofHonkai: Star RailVersion 2.2marked the climax of the Penacony storyline that began with Version 2....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 507 words · Lisa Green

Honkai: Star Rail Reveals New Character Robin for Version 2.2

Summary Honkai: Star Railhas confirmed the arrival of a new character named Robin for update 2.2. Even though Version 2.1 has not even arrived yet, the official social media accounts have already given more information on which character will join the roster in the next update. Honkai: Star Railhas previously confirmed the arrival of three characters for the upcoming update 2.1: Acheron, Aventurine, and Gallagher. HoYoverse will officially give more information about these playable units in their Special Program event which is scheduled for March 16....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 515 words · Linda Lewis

How Civilization 7 Could Expand on Civ 6's Secret Societies

While Firaxis has yet to reveal any official details,Sid Meier’s Civilization 7is currently in development and fans are excited to see what the studio delivers. It revealed it via a tweet back in February, and the community has been abuzz with suggestions ever since.Sid Meier’s Civilization 7will likely improve upon many core features like combat and diplomacy, but Firaxis should also consider expanding one ofSid Meier’s Civilization 6’s most unique features....

July 2, 2025 · 4 min · 660 words · Brett Santana

How Persona 5 Tactica's Boss Design Could Inspire Persona 6

Summary Persona 5 Tacticalets players see thePersona 5cast in a brand-new way as they face new foes in this strategy RPG spin-off. While the gameplay ofPersona 5 Tacticais mostly different from the otherPersona 5games, there are still elements of the game that make it recognizable as an entry in the series. However, the waysPersona 5 Tacticabuilds upon the series' staple mechanics could warrant a return inPersona 6, and the boss fights in particular could be the basis for new gameplay opportunities in the next mainlinePersonatitle....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Donald Kim

How the Fabula Nova Crystallis Mythology Likely Impacts Final Fantasy 16

Final Fantasy 16is following in the footsteps of a very long history of different games, animations, and other projects. It’s common for the different games to have interconnected themes despite having sometimes vastly different worlds and stories. Some of the games share more in common than the others, like the Ivalice world inFinal Fantasy 12andFF Tactics. Another project in that vein has seen a lot of missteps since its inception, but might end up being redeemed to a degree whenFinal Fantasy 16eventually releases....

July 2, 2025 · 5 min · 1024 words · Connie Rojas

KSI Loses Among Us Game Thanks to Hilarious Proximity Chat Error

The popularity ofAmong Ushas led some creative minds to add insome features players want that have been left out by developers. This includes an all-new proximity chat feature, allowing players to hear each other speaking in-game when they are near each other. This feature has led to some incredibly funny moments, including KSI getting busted as an imposter. WhileAmong Usreleased back in 2018, it blew up in popularity during 2020.Among Usfeatures minimalistic graphics and a space-themed setting....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Robert Burke

Live A Live: Best Order To Play The Chapters

First released in 1994,Live A Liveis a JRPG with multiple protagonists having their own chapter set in different periods of time. Each scenario plays out like its own mini-adventure giving players a unique spin on the time travel genre. It is a game directed by Takashi Tokita the same man responsible forFinal Fantasy 4,Chrono Trigger,andParasite Everespectively. Related:Towns & Cities In Video Games To Explore If You Like Historical Settings Live A Liveenvokes the same kind of spirit, humor, and passion asChrono Trigger....

July 2, 2025 · 6 min · 1162 words · Eric Sanders

Marvel's Avengers Adding MCU Black Widow Skin from Endgame

Marvel’s Avengersis finally getting its MCU suits this month, and none other than Black Widow will be the first hero to get one of these movie-inspired skins. Her newMarvel’s Avengersoutfit comes right fromAvengers: Endgame, the record-breaking finale to the Infinity Saga. For any players wondering howthe premium MCU suitswould he handled, this image confirms that they will be entirely faithful to the films. Bits of red are seen on her Widow’s Bite launchers and her belt buckle, though the majority of the outfit is black....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Michael Ford

Mass Effect 4's Ship Would Feel a Lot Less Cozy Without This Small Feature

The acknowledgment ofMass Effect 4’s existence by BioWare has led to speculation regarding the game’s story, characters, and setting. Many questions remain regarding whether the game will pick up following the events ofMass Effect 3or be a spin-off similar toMass Effect: Andromeda, but most players would be safe to assume that the game will feature a signature ship to house and transport the team, perhaps even a return of the Normandy....

July 2, 2025 · 4 min · 654 words · Krystal Horn

Microsoft xCloud Streaming Used to Develop Games During COVID-19 Pandemic

Video game development has been widely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic this year, leaving some games delayed or put on hold. However, a report from Bloomberg reveals that some game studios have been usingMicrosoft’s xCloud streaming serviceto continue development. Microsoftcreated the Project xCloud streaming service to let players stream PC and Xbox games on mobile devices. According to the Bloomberg report, Microsoft repurposed aspects of the streaming service for developers to remotely develop video games safely from home during the pandemic....

July 2, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Eric Erickson

More Mortal Kombat 11 DLC Teased by Ed Boon

NetherRealm Studios’Mortal Kombat 11has seen a fairly steady stream of content since it released in early 2019. Between a Kombat Pack and theAftermathDLC expansion, players have gotten additional story for the fighting game and new guest fighters including DC Comics' Joker, Image Comics' Spawn, and RoboCop. However, according to Creative Director Ed Boon, “We’re not done yet.” Boon put out a Tweet earlier today praising the game’s high sales numbers and said fans will be able to see what’s next forMortal Kombat 11sometime this week, including the hashtag “KombatKontinues....

July 2, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Heidi Hamilton