Summary There are a ton of reasons to love Batman. Over the last eight decades, the character of Batman has been given a great deal of depth, with countless comic runs and graphic novels spending pages and pages exploring every inch ofthe Caped Crusader’s psyche. And if Batman’s fleshed-out character isn’t what draws fans in, then his overall look and fighting style might be the thing that does it. Though it’s altered in every iteration, Batman’s look is almost always undeniably cool, and part of that look is the hero’s countless gadgets, a staple of the character that’s always fun to see - especially in video games like theBatman: Arkhamseries....

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has had quite an interesting year — on the one hand, it’s enjoyed its usual success with well-received releases like theMoon KnightTV series and most recentlyBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever. However, 2022 was also the year when many once-passionate fans finally succumbed to the infamous “Marvel fatigue” that’s been casting a long shadow over pop culture, and it’s not hard to see why. While even the weakest of this year’s MCU offerings had their share of strengths, it’s also hard to deny that the latter half of Phase 4 proved to be a rather mixed bag, with many entries suffering from clumsy scripts and dodgy effects — the latter being an unfortunate result of theoverworked and underpaid VFX artistsstruggling behind the scenes....

TheObi-Wan Kenobiseries on Disney+ was arguably the most highly anticipated spinoff to join the franchise. Since his introduction inStar Wars: The Phantom Menace, Ewan McGregor’s portrayal of Obi-Wan has become nothing short of iconic, with many fans dubbing him as the best part of the prequel trilogy. RELATED:Star Wars: Easter Eggs & Details In Obi-Wan Kenobi Episode 6 Fans of Obi-Wan were extremely eager to witness his transition from a proud Jedi to a frightened hermit, and the six episodes of theObi-Wan Kenobiseries delivered....

Summary Internet users are likely to remember an iconic debate over whether a now infamous dress was blue and black or white and gold, and now anAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer has utilized in-game creation tools to reignite the controversy once more.Fan-madeAnimal Crossingdesignsare frequently shared in online spaces, and the merging of a beloved game with an amusing meme has sparked hilarious banter. Released in 2020,Animal Crossing: New Horizonsrocketed to the top of the sales charts, due in large part to the Covid-19 pandemic driving interest in lighthearted casual games to pass the time during global lockdowns....

Ubisoft’sAssassin’s Creed: Valhallahas enjoyed immense sales success, eventoppingCall of Duty: Black Ops Cold Warin the UK last year. Whether a sign of quality or a savvy release time with the next-gen console, lots of people are playing the Viking RPG, but some have been reporting problems with the latest update. TheAssassin’s Creedgames have always been noteworthy for their sheer size and scale. With the latest few entries in the series, especiallyValhalla,Ubisoft has endeavored to pair a massive world with a branching story, ideally bringing the series more in line with traditional RPGs likeTheWitcher 3....

Summary Mysteries don’t have to be horror stories, and horror stories don’t necessarily need a mystery in their plot. But they make a very potent mixture when put together, as they combine people’s fear of the unknown with their need to know more. It’s why detective horror has worked out so well, as its mysteries can be supernatural (Angel Heart), natural (Silence of the Lambs), or based on real events (Zodiac)....

BioShock 4is currently in development at a new studio, Cloud Chamber. The studio includes many developers who worked on previousBioShockgames, but the absence ofBioShockcreator Ken Levine has left many fans wondering about the future of the series. Based on several job postings for positions at Cloud Chamber,BioShock 4may be going in a very different direction than the previous games in the dystopian sci-fi franchise. In fact, the pathBioShockappears to be going down bears a resemblance to recentAssassin’s Creedgames, which might mean a lot for the future ofBioShock....

Call of Duty: Warzonehas recently seen the discovery of a special new spot that can be reached on Rebirth Island, though a risky jump must be performed first. While plenty of players struggle with the jump using a controller, oneCall of Duty: Warzoneplayer managed to make the leap using only a piano. While it may seem odd to see aCall of Dutyplayer controlling the game using only a keyboard, this is not the first time it has been done....

Few games from the last couple years were as highly anticipated asCyberpunk 2077. It released in the same calendar year asFinal Fantasy 7 Remake, a complete reimagining of one of the most acclaimed games ever, as well asThe Last of Us Part 2, which was going to generate interest from Naughty Dog’s reputation alone. CD Projekt Red made a name for itself withThe Witcherseries, but it didn’t capture mainstream attention until that series' third entry....

Diablo 4is looking to be the biggest game in the franchise yet. And what’s more appropriate for a huge new game than the addition of a new gameplay feature to increase a player’s traveling speed? During BlizzCon 2019, Blizzard debuted the first gameplay footage fromDiablo 4, confirming that the game will feature mounts. Mounts being, for example, a horse that can help the player travel short or long distances at a faster pace than just walking....

Disney has announced a new 2D platformer calledDisney Illusion Islandthat is clearly inspired by Ubisoft’sRayman Legends. The first-ever Disney and Marvel Games event featured a number of new game announcements, as well as updates on games that fans already about. One of the new game announcements was forDisney Illusion Island, which is a Nintendo Switch exclusive that is expected to launch at some point in 2023. Disney Illusion Islandwas announced with a trailer that set up the basic concept of the game....

Following a month of free “mystery games,“theEpic Games Storehas officially returned to its standard free game format. Earlier today,it cycled out last week’sControl,adding two new games to the promotion and revealing which pair of titles will replace them in a week’s time. As of right now, players can head over to theEpic Games Storeto getOvercooked 2andHell is Other Demonsfree of charge. Both titles will remain part of the service until June 24 at 8:00 AM PT, at which point they’ll be replaced bySonic ManiaandHorizon Chase Turbo....

Summary As Netflix cements its brand by creating a category solely for upcoming Oscar nominees,Everything Everywherejoins its growing slate of past winners. Here’s everything to know about the buzzy sci-fi film now that it’s finally available to stream. Daniel Kwan & Daniel Scheinert Cast Michelle Yeoh Ke Huy Quan Stephanie Hsu Jamie Lee Curtis James Hong Based on Original film 2 hours 19 minutes Rotten Tomatoes score 94%...