Super Smash Bros. Director Masahiro Sakurai Talks About Retirement

Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of bothKirbyand theSuper Smash Bros.franchise, has been working on video games for a very long time. He created Kirby at the age of 19, and directed his first game,Kirby’s Dream Land, to completion in 1992. Since then, Sakurai has split from Nintendo to run his own independent company, Sora Ltd, but has continued working with Nintendo. With his current project,Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, is in its third year of post-launch development, it’s unsurprising to hear that retirement is a frequent topic of discussion for Sakurai....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Michael Jackson

The Batman Star Colin Farrell Fought Against Smoking Ban For Penguin

Actor Colin Farrell, who plays DC Comics villain Penguin in the upcomingWarner Bros. filmThe Batman,recently revealed that he really wanted his character to smoke in the movie, but the studio wouldn’t allow it. Even though it was once a common staple in Hollywood films, the depiction of smoking on screen has become more controversial in recent years. Studios like Warner Bros. and Disney in particular are stingy around the subject since many of their properties are marketed towards children....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Timothy May

The Falcon And The Winter Soldier Delivered More Emotion Than WandaVision

In the weeks that came beforeThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier’spremiere, the show was teased and labeled by many as a showcase for how Marvel Studios could bring MCU blockbuster levels of action onto the TV series format. Instead, much likeWandaVision, it’s proven to be an emotional journeyfor its protagonists, because one simply does not become Captain America on a whim. Indeed, Marvel Studios received plenty of praise for the wayWandaVisioncarried across its core themes of grief and loss, behind the usual coating of superpowered special effects that pushed its budget into the $200m mark, all while paying homage to the many decades of television that inspired it....

August 6, 2025 · 5 min · 978 words · Tim Young

The Sims 4 Nifty Knitting Stuff Pack Has Heavy Metal Knitting Reference

The Sims 4Nifty Knitting Stuff Pack goes live today, and fans have been eagerly waiting for the ability to knit their Sims some nifty clothing and more. The Nifty Knitting Pack includes everything a Sim could need for knitting. From yarn baskets to rocking chairs and even an online craft store,everything in theSims 4packis geared to knitting, except one item that has fans a little confused. The Nifty Knitting Packalso includes a new music station for radios inThe Sims 4....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Robert Hayes

Trevor Noah Announces He's Leaving The Daily Show After Seven Years

Seven years after replacing Jon Stewart with Trevor Noah,The Daily Showwill be going through another shakeup. After Noah replaced Stewart on the show back in 2015, the show will be looking for a new host, as Noah is planning to depart the show, though it is not known when that will be. Noah announced via theComedy Centralshow itself on September 29 that he is planning to leave for new ventures. Noah voiced his gratitude to those running the show andthe audience for their supportover the years, but he feels that it’s time for a change....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 524 words · Katie Watson

Twitch Is Adding Hundreds of New Diversity Tags Following Community Demands

There’s been a lot of controversy surroundingTwitchlately. The hot tub fiasco in whichthe streaming platform banned use of the words “hot tub” on its sitemade it the subject of much criticism. Not to mention its reputation for banning users. However, after a campaign from the community, the streaming website has embraced progressive attitudes by including new diversity tags. A recent report indicates thatTwitchis finally adding diversity tags to its site after many people made it clear that streamers wanted more ways to be able to identify themselves on the platform....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Jose Butler Jr.

Undecember Beginner Tips

Undecemberis a free-to-play download on PC, Android, and iOS. It’s a hack-and-slash ARPG in the vein ofDiablofeaturing intense combat and free-for-all battle tactics. With no limitations on weapons use, players can build their ideal characters, switching between fighting styles as needed. Like most ARPG games, it features a skill tree in which players can decide which skill to emphasize while building up their character’s stats. RELATED:Diablo: Crazy Pieces Of Cut Content From The ARPG Classic The rune and zodiac systems inUndecemberare complex, even for more seasoned game players....

August 6, 2025 · 5 min · 885 words · Amy Zamora

What Hollow Knight: Silksong Can Learn From the Little Nightmares Franchise

Video games playing around with the size of the characters is not new, and at times it has an impact on their stories or even gameplay. Such is the case forLittle Nightmares, which creates a terrifying setting where humanoid creatures are colossal especially when compared with the characters that players control - Six in the first game, and Mono inLittle Nightmares 2. It’s not uncommon for other games, particularly those that rely on a combat system that showcases different enemies and bosses, to have these big baddies become iconic fights....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 555 words · Kendra Morris

World of Warcraft Dragonflight Devs Haven't Forgotten About Boomkin Players

World of Warcraft Dragonflightis jam-packed with new features and re-imagined evergreen system, so it’s no surprise the expansion is being considered the kickoff tothe third era ofWoW. In addition to Dragon riding and a total reinvention of the Talent system, players also have enough customization options to spend hours in the dressing room as they make their Dracthyr characters and dragon riding mounts their own. Customization isn’t totally new toWorld of Warcraft, but there’s no denying thatDragonflighttakes things to another level....

August 6, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · Elizabeth Costa

World of Warcraft: Controversial Character May Return in Patch 10.1.7

World of Warcraftmay be bringing Sylvanas back in the nextDragonflightupdate. If this recently-discovered evidence does indicate the former Banshee Queen is returning, it will likely be a part of the Forsaken Heritage quest coming in theWorld of Warcraftpatch. Sylvanas Windrunner is one of the mostpolarizing and iconic characters inWorld of Warcraft. Though her loose moral code attracted myriad fans and critics beforehand, her actions inBattle for AzerothandShadowlands–the Burning of Teldrassil, her betrayal of the Forsaken and the Horde, and her partnership with the Jailer in particular–turned her into the most controversial character inWorld of Warcraft....

August 6, 2025 · 2 min · 422 words · Jonathan Rodriguez

10 Best Video Game Companions Of All Time

The best things come in twos, and this truth extends to video games.Video game characters can have tremendous depth,just like in the movies. It is the job of a companion to keep their partner safe and allow them to progress through the game. PREVIOUSLY:10 Open-World Games That Can Be Beaten Surprisingly Fast Although video game sidekicks can be weaker than their counterparts, they possess skills that make them essential to the video game....

August 5, 2025 · 5 min · 989 words · Vanessa Santiago

15 Best Witcher 2: Assassins Of Kings Mods That Make The Game Even Better

Released in 2011,The Witcher 2is a great sequel to a lackluster first installment. It is one of the top action RPGs of the last generation. Players adore the game for its original story and unique gameplay. On top of that, the developers of the gameCD Projekt Redare loved by fans for their anti-DRM and no microtransactions approach as well. RELATED -The Witcher 3: 10 Ways New Game+ Is Even Better Than The Initial Playthrough...

August 5, 2025 · 6 min · 1096 words · Ashley Perez

Addison Rae Has Deleted Her Twitter Account

PopularTikTokstar Addison Rae has deleted her Twitter account without warning to her nearly five million followers that are left wondering what’s going on with her. As many fans keep up with theTikTokcontent creator through her primary app, others stay updated through Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, the latter of which is no longer an option.On November 24 Addison Rae deleted her Twitter account, Whoisaddison, without one final message to her sizable community....

August 5, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Danielle Roberts