Star Wars: Andor Created An Entire Outdoor City Set For The Series

At this point, one of the more interesting selling points behindStar Wars: Andoris how the series won’t be using the high-quality “StageCraft” screen tech that otherStar Warsshows have utilized, instead opting for more practical sets. Well, it turns out that the upcoming show is going pretty wild with that concept, and audiences can expect to really feel it upon the impending premiere. Adria Arjona, who plays the mechanic Bix Caleen onAndor, recently spoke withColliderabout the show....

June 5, 2025 · 4 min · 643 words · Nicholas Patrick

Super Mario 64 DS Virtual Console Mod Gives the Game Proper Analog Controls

With the launch ofSuper Mario 64 DSin 2004, it was unfathomable for many that they were playing a portable version of a game released less than a decade prior. And while the game was impressive for its time, there’s no denying that the DS controls were cumbersome for some players. The DS remake ofSuper Mario 64would make its way to Wii U Virtual Console, along with its imprecise control scheme, but a new mod looks to rectify things....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 510 words · Toni Simpson

Super Mario 64: Best Fan Games/ROM Hacks

Mario’s debut on theNintendo 64added a new dimension to gaming, in more ways than one. Though it may seem a touch dated to modern eyes,Super Mario 64was truly a marvel from both a gameplay and technical standpoint in the mid-’90s. In the many years since its release, many creative, technically-minded fans have used this classic title as a foundation to craft their own mods and fan games, spawning even more ambitious projects inspired by the originalMario 64....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 969 words · Shannon Berry

Television Shows Ending In 2023

Some might say we’re currently in the golden age of television. Television isn’t like it used to be, modern shows feature a-list actors, cinematography that can be seen in the greatest of films, and incredible special effects. With the rise of streaming services, there’s more television series than ever before. RELATED:The Best Television Shows To Watch On Netflix Unfortunately with this large flux of content, it means that more shows are ending too....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 904 words · Angelica Rush

The Argument For Fallout 5 to Retire VATS

Summary TheFalloutseries has undergone a variety of changes as the games have evolved from their origins as isometric, turn-based RPGs to the modern Bethesda-developed FPS RPGs Bethesda fans have come to know today. While some of these changes have helped streamlineFalloutgameplay and make it more accessible to new players, others have become outdated as the first-person RPG genre has changed in recent years. As such, the classic VATS mechanic, which has become an iconic part of the series, should be removed fromFallout 5to bring the series on par with other modern titles in the genre....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 568 words · Hunter Serrano

The Best Power Wrestlers in WWE 2K24, Ranked

Summary WWE 2K24features several powerhouse wrestlers notorious for hitting impactful and bone-crunching feats of strength and athleticism against their opponents. Two of the series’ biggest powerhouses are absent inWWE 2K24withBrock Lesnarand Goldberg removed from the roster. However, fans have other powerful wrestlers to play with that wrestling style. The Powerhouse style allows players to inflict significant damage on their opponent’s health and quickly wear them down before executing their signature and finisher moves....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 1022 words · Christopher Lewis

The Best Video Game Studios That Don't Exist Anymore

Summary For an industry as large as video gaming has been for decades, it remains a somewhat fickle and unstable business at the developer level. Developers can enjoy years of huge success, yet still find themselves only one flop or acquisition away fromno longer existing, much to the dismay of employees and gamers everywhere. Many video game developers that are forced to shut down are responsible for some of the most acclaimed games of all time....

June 5, 2025 · 7 min · 1346 words · James Wang

The Best Wireless Controllers in 2024

As gaming continues to be an ever-growing industry with thousands of new gamers joining the fun every day,good controllersare simply the need of the moment. They can be easy to learn but difficult to master with different controllers catering to different needs andplayer demands. The overwhelming majority of these are wireless as technology continues to make advances over time and as we get improvements such as better battery life, higher polling rates, and low-latency input, as well as more compatibility....

June 5, 2025 · 13 min · 2661 words · Jennifer Logan

The Case for a Custom Character in Mortal Kombat 12

Mortal Kombatis a classic gaming franchise. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the brutal fighting game series has been blessing fans of gory brutalities for a long time. However, ever since the franchise’s soft reboot came about withMortal Kombat(2011), NetherRealm has been pushing the boundaries with the more recent games, adding in new characters and changing up a lot of the series' lore. By the timeMortal Kombat 11’sstoryconcludes, it seems that NetherRealm is looking to completely reset the timeline for the next game in the franchise....

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 942 words · Mario Evans

The Case For Adding an Overland Boss to Minecraft

Minecraft’s bosses are among some of the most recognizable mobs in the survival-crafting genre. The Ender Dragon and Wither alone have cemented themselves in the game’s history just as much as the iconic creeper, but perhaps it’s time for a new boss to make its introduction to the game. WithMinecraftmoving forward into the future, it becomes apparent that the game is lacking one key aspect in its boss department. There are no major boss enemies found in the game’s overworld biomes....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 589 words · Rachel Strong

They/Them Review

Centered around an LGBTQ+ conversion camp, there are plenty of anglesThey/Themcould have used to create a terrifying slasher film. The route the film takes lacks in delivering a traditional slasher film, but manages to offer a more effective buzz with its cast of characters. What the film lacks in crafting an ideal slasher, it makes up for in its characterization and representation of the LGBTQ+ community as the heroes. They/Themencompasses a few of director John Logan’s passions....

June 5, 2025 · 4 min · 766 words · Kristen Campbell

Top 12 Ghibli Journals & Sketchbooks: Ignite Your Creativity!

Unleash your creativity with theseStudio Ghiblijournals and sketchbooks! Whether you’re an artist who wants to immortalize daily life on paper or a die-hard fan, this selection is for you! We know it’s not always easy to figure out who is your favoriteStudio Ghiblihero. That’s why we carefully curated an eclectic list of Ghibli-themed notebooks, journals, sketchbooks, and more that feature a multitude of Ghibli characters. It’s up to you to choose one!...

June 5, 2025 · 5 min · 871 words · Patrick Ochoa

Ubisoft CEO Reveals Company's Plan to Stop Abuse

In an email sent to employees of the company, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot outlined a plan to combat ongoing internal issues of abuse in its studios and provided an update on current investigations. Reports of toxic work environments, sexism, andharassment at Ubisofthave run rampant in the past few weeks, leading to numerous prominent Ubisoft developers fired or otherwise departing their positions. The email identified areas the company will focus on moving forward, as well as revealing that 2,000 employees participated in listening sessions, 14,000 responded to anonymous surveys, 100 interviews were conducted, and 40 focus groups were held....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Barbara Alexander