Microsoft Now Sells DIY Replacement Parts for Xbox Controllers

Summary Microsofthas just added a selection of replacement parts for certain Xbox controllers to its online store, offering new opportunities for DIY enthusiasts to repair their devices. This move is the latest in a series of concessions to consumers who would like the ability to repair theirMicrosoftproducts at home. Back in June, the company announced that it would begin selling replacement parts for various Microsoft Surface devices, in an effort to make DIY repairs of these products easier and more accessible for consumers....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Michael Larson

Minecraft Fan Shares Interesting Concept For a New Pillager Structure

Summary AMinecraftfan is showing off an interesting idea for a new structure created with the Pillager enemies in mind, crafting an in-game Pillager prison. Throughout its expansive, procedurally generated world, the sandbox survival game offers plenty of different types of structures and environments for players to explore.Minecraftcurrently features sixty-four different biome typesacross the overworld, the Nether, and the End, with plenty of structures like Nether Fortresses and Ocean Ruins. One fan’s unique idea would give one of the game’s enemies a brand-new home....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 601 words · Kristina Sanders MD

Most Influential Capcom Games

Founded in 1983, Capcom became one of the biggest names in gaming almost as soon as they hit the ground. The194Xgames stood out from the space shooters by being great historical-based shmups, whileBionic Commandomixed up the run & gun formula by adding platforming swinging to the formula. They have plenty of cult classics under their belt and more than their fair share of iconic names. Be it by skill, determination, or luck, Capcom has produced games that were so big they influenced other developers to follow their lead....

July 27, 2025 · 8 min · 1671 words · Carol Rivers

One Elden Ring Feature in Particular Will Be a Total Game Changer

Elden Ringis the highly anticipated next game from storied developer FromSoftware. The game seems so far like a spiritual successor toDark Souls, but many elements of FromSoftware’s other major games likeBloodborneandSekiroare also at work.Elden Ringis set to be full of many firsts for FromSoft, however. The open-field concept is opening up its world in a way not seen inDark SoulsorBloodborneand an increased emphasis on player choice is bringing stronger stealth elements and the like....

July 27, 2025 · 5 min · 1006 words · Samantha Bush

One Piece 1076: What To Expect From The Chapter

One Piece1075 drop recently and was filled with plot twists to the very end. Undoubtedly, it was one of the most shocking chapters that fans have received in a while and hopefully, the upcoming chapter will keep up the intensity and maybe even turn it up a notch. RELATED:One Piece: Kuma’s Tragic Slave Past, Explained One Piece1076 is just around the corner as the series does not seem to be on any break in this week....

July 27, 2025 · 4 min · 798 words · Jonathan Sullivan

PlayStation Announces State of Play for September 2022

PlayStationhas finally announced that the long-rumored State of Play for September 2022 will take place on Tuesday, September 13 at 3pm PT.PlayStationhas been rumored to be hosting a State of Play event for September for quite some time, with various insiders claiming that one was going to take place this month. Now fans have official confirmation and know not only when to tune in, but a little of what they can expect to see....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Sierra Moreno

Pokemon Fan Creates Impressive Stained Glass Art of Ho-Oh and Lugia

Summary Most of the incredible fan art produced by enthusiasticPokemonfans around the world never fails to impress, but a couple of beautiful homemade stained glass decorations featuring Ho-Oh and Lugia have really dropped some jaws. These two legendary Pokemon are recognized widely as the two box legendaries of the Gen 2Pokemongames, and have appeared in countless works of fan art over the decades due to their popularity among old-schoolPokemonfans especially....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Alexis Parks

Pokemon GO Fans Complain About Game Being Pay to Win and Anti-Consumer

Pokemon GOhas been out for almost five years now, going through many changes in that time. While there are plenty of changes and updates that are beloved by players, many feel that the game is becoming more reliant on aspects that require players to sink real money into it. Like many mobile games,Pokemon GOis free to play. There are, however, plenty of purchases that can be made with real money for Pokecoins, which can be exchanged for helpful items....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Samuel Beck PhD

Pokemon GO Shares Lunar New Year Event Details

Pokemon GOis embracing the Lunar New Year’s Year of the Rabbit by offering increased spawns of Buneary and Bunnelby. The game will also embrace the holiday’s traditions of sharing good luck, offering increased odds of gaining Lucky status with friends and thePokemon those friends tradewith each other. The Lunar New Year tradition focuses on doing tasks and giving gifts intended to bring good luck to a person in the new year....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 499 words · Luis Smith

Pokemon Scarlet vs. Violet Sales Differences Explained

Summary ThePokemonfranchise has grown a lot on the Switch. In the latest sales report released by Nintendo,Pokemon Scarlet and Violetwere listed as theseventh best-selling Switch title of all timeat 23.23 million units sold, and the fourth best-selling pair of games in the franchise, sitting just behindPokemon Gold and Silver. These are some impressive sales numbers given thatPokemon Scarlet and Violetare just under a year old, and it’s likely their all-time sales numbers will surpass the Gen 2 games in the coming years....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 558 words · Justin Dunn

Prey: How to Use Combat Focus

Quick Links Available on both Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus Premium,Preyis one of the best science fiction horror games on both services. The game features jumpscares for horror fans and plenty of RPG mechanics for those that like to tailor their protagonist to their liking. RELATED:Prey: How To Incapacitate Dahl Developed by the same team that createdDishonoredandDeathloop,Preyhas open-level design and gameplay that caters to all styles. Upgrading the protagonist Morgan Yu’s skills requires an unlock in the character’s Neuromod skill tree....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 297 words · John Lutz

Raised By Wolves Season 2 Episode 3 Review

It’s tough to come up with a metric by which to judge a show likeRaised by Wolves, wherein things that would feel out of place in a distracting way feel out of place in an engaging way. “Good Creatures,” the newest episode of the HBO Max series has so much going on that it should please every kind of fan. After a slightly slow start,Raised by Wolveslaunches into its ongoing plot with an episode directed by Sunu Gonera, best known for 2007’sPrideand 2020’sRiding with Sugar....

July 27, 2025 · 4 min · 801 words · Amy Barrett

Ratchet and Clank: Life of Pie Animation Isn't Related to Rift Apart

PS5 exclusiveRachet and Clank: Rift Apartis on the horizon, and Mainframe Studios is treating the fans with a surprise animated short on the duo. Made by the same studio that produced the movie, the 23-minute original story is available on the streaming service Crave. Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apartleft quite an impression when PlayStation revealed its first trailer and gameplay. The gorgeous cartoon-style graphics certainly impressed, but what left everyone talking was the instant transportation between worlds....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 439 words · Diane Ferguson