There’s little that beats the feeling of watching a character overcome a huge struggle or roadblock on their path to success. Some characters bulldozethrough their obstacles with overwhelming strengthor unrelenting determination. Others squeeze through their barriers with help from others or the “lessons they learned along the way.” Then, there are the analytical heroes who treat their dilemmas like a game of chess, waiting to be won through clever reasoning. Seeing the way these characters work through the problem at hand can be quite the treat, especially when their intricate musings manage to surprise even the viewer....

The Great Ace Attorney Chroniclesis a two-game collection from Capcom that includes two titles in theAce Attorneyseries.The Great Ace Attorney: AdventuresandThe Great Ace Attorney 2: Resolvewere released for the 3DS in Japan in 2015 and 2017, respectively. Now, they’re fully translated and being brought over to the West for the first time. Fans of the long-runningAce Attorneyseries should expect all of the wacky courtroom and investigation antics that the franchise is known for....

Summary TheAnimal Crossingfranchise is known in part for its multiple connections to the real world, since much of its appeal comes from how relatable its gameplay mechanics are. From fishing in the river of a town to making conversation with nearby villagers, the series never fails to create a cozy atmosphere that is crucial to its addictive gameplay. In-game events that coincide with real-life calendars, such as birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and more, also give the series the wholesome personality that it is so well known for....

It’s not a secret that Abigail has a crush on Nick and vice versa inThe Quarry. Players can also make them lovers or keep them friends based on the chosen options. Problem is, both characters are shy, so it’s a bit difficult for Abi and Nick to confess their feelings, let alone flirt with each other. Unfortunately, as the night progresses at Hackett’s Quarry Summer Camp,Nick’s condition is only getting worsefrom infection and Abigail tries to comfort him to the best of her abilities, which will lead to heavy consequences....

Summary The Last of Usis a highly popular zombie franchise that pits players up against both the Infected, and various organized groups within the remnants of humanity. The games primarily focus on Joel and Ellie, but the series' universe includes a diverse group of other characters that players have come to know. Currently, the franchise spans two games, and players are waiting with bated breath for the third entry. A long wait is expected, but what makes matters worse is that the remake of the first game,The Last of Us Part 1, missed the opportunity to include the original’s Factions mode....

The first minute ofSpider-Man: No Way Homearrives early for fans, showing the immediate aftermath of the post-credits scene inSpider-Man: Far From Home. The promotional lead-up to this highly anticipated film has pretty much laid out the series of events expected to take place. InSpider-Man: No Way Home, Tom Holland’s Peter Parker will turn to Doctor Strange, played by Benedict Cumberbatch, to assist him after the unprecedented reveal of his identity by Jake Gyllenhaal’s Mysterio....

Grand Theft Auto Onlinehas once again been making headlines in recent weeks, thanks to the announcement and subsequent arrival of its largest ever post-launch content drop. Dubbed fittingly as‘The Contract’ by Rockstar Games, players have been diving back into the seedy crime-riddled underworld of Los Santos since the end of last week, in an attempt to track down Dr. Dre’s missing phone and music tracklist. Amongst all of the returning real-world celebrities and multiplayer shenanigans, the latest update to the game also reintroduces the fan-favorite and former playable character Franklin to the mix....

A leak from the next major content update forWorld of Warcraftprovided some clues that may confirm or reinforce some theories concerning the future of the night elves. The leak was shared on social media, leaving fans speculating as to what this leak could mean asWorld of Warcraftprepares to release Patch 10.1, Embers of Neltharion, in the coming days. Following the burning of Teldrassil, which was regarded as one ofthe saddest moments inWorld of Warcraft, the night elves were without a home and swore vengeance upon Sylvanas Windrunner and the Horde....

World of Warcraftmay have only just announced Patch 10.1, but players might have already learned where Patch 10.2 could take place. This discovery came about from a new image found in the Public Test Realm forWorld of Warcraft’supcoming Patch 10.1 content update. Embers of NeltharionisWorld of Warcraft’sfirst major content updatefor theDragonflightexpansion. The earliest builds of the new black dragon-themed zone are now available for testing on the PTR forWorld of Warcraft, meaning many of its files are also now open for players to examine on their search for hints and secrets aboutDragonflight....

Xboxhas become an expansive platform, its games becoming playable on a variety of platforms and devices. While Microsoft has put work into makingXboxgames playable on PC, in a change of fate, Xbox can now play PC games through GeForce Now and the console’s web browser. The past couple of years of seen Microsoft devote itself to broadening Xbox’s reach beyond a traditional console to other platforms like PC and mobile. This expansion has been successful throughXbox’s streaming services like Game Passand xCloud Remote Play, making the games people adore playable in many more places....

Microsoft’s popular subscription service, Xbox Game Pass, offers players a constantly-revolving selection of great games, from action-packed racing titles to somber indie releases. But to accommodate the range of Day One titles and new additions to the library, some games sadly have to be removed. Players usually get around a year to enjoy a title on the service, but by the middle of June,Xbox Game Pass will be losing a handful of games, including Spiders' action RPGGreedFall....

Summary The co-op farming simRoots of Pachais finally available forXboxgamers. ThisStardew Valley-inspired game was previously available for Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, and PC, and has finally gained anXboxrelease amid its 1.2 Update. Last year,Roots of Pachawas released with positive reviews on Steam. The prehistoric farming game quickly found itself in the midst of a controversy, however, as it was subsequently removed from Steam due to a dispute regarding the game’s rights between developer Soda Den and publisher Crytivo....

Movies depicting or involving video games tend to fall dangerously close to product placement, which can be rife with immersion-breaking props and scenery. Or even worse, of pushing a pro-consumer message aimed at impressionable children. Sometimes, however, they just come off as lazy or pointless. RELATED:5 Reasons Sonic The Hedgehog Is The Best Video Game Movie Ever (& 5 Why It’s Detective Pikachu) Although, there are thankfully quite a few exceptions to this trend — movies that capture the love of fans and the passion ofgame developers across the globe....