The Most Powerful Pokemon Team Compositions for Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Pokemon Brilliant DiamondandShining Pearlare the latest installments in the juggernaut video game franchise, and reintroduce players old and new to the Sinnoh region. The games continue GameFreak’s streak of remaking past generations after listening to fan demands, similar toPokemon Omega RubyandAlpha Sapphirebeing products of long-lasting requests. Pokemon’s fourth generation introduced a plethora of fan favorites, and the Sinnoh Dex has a plethora of solid candidates for a diverse team in terms of typing, stats, and specific niches that certain Pokemon can fulfill....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1116 words · Kelly Ruiz

The Most Timeless Rockstar Games

Summary Since first hitting the scene all the way back in 1999 with an expansion pack for the originalGrand Theft Auto, Rockstar Games have frequently proven themselves to be groundbreaking provocateurs in the world of gaming.With ultra-violent franchises such asGTAandRed Dead Redemption, they have established themselves as one of the premier video game publishers operating today. RELATED:Best Rockstar Game Soundtracks With such a rich back catalog of epic games to sift through, it can be fascinating to examine how far along bothRockstarand gaming as a whole have come over the years....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1156 words · Kathy Campbell

The Witcher 3 Fan Notices Incredible Detail About Geralt's Axii Sign

The Witcher 3: Wild Huntis a massive game, and that size ensures that most gamers will never see all the details that it has to offer. However, one clever touch inThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunthas been right in front of players for years. The secret in question is tied toThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’s Signs. The limited version of magic that is wielded by Geralt and other Witchers, fans make good use of these spells throughout the game....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 492 words · Kaitlin Dean

Twitch Streamer Accidentally Alerts Fire Department After Burning a Steak

A GermanTwitchstreamer accidentally alerted the fire department after burning a steak. This happened during Trymacs' recent stream, where many of his viewers witnessed the incident unfold in real time. Trymacs made a name for himself with hisover-the-top Twitch challenges, like surviving in the icy clutches of Finland, which he streams to his over 3.3 million followers. The latest challenge he took part in was the “NoFood Challenge,” where he and other German online personalities challenged themselves to not eat anything from March 11 to 18, while also doing mini challenges to make it more difficult....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Antonio Fowler

Upcoming Xbox Game Pass Game Is Inspired by Sekiro and Bloodborne

Summary Vapor World: Over The Mind, an upcoming action RPG inspired byBloodborneandSekiro: Shadows Die Twice, is inching closer toward its day one release onXbox Game Pass, having just been treated to an official announcement trailer. Its addition to Microsoft’s subscription service promises to expand the selection ofcompelling soulslikes on Xbox Game Pass. Originally unveiled in April 2022,Vapor Worldis the first-ever title from South Korea-based Alive Game Studios (AGS). Although designed as a side-scrolling ARPG, the game features fast-paced combat that’s largely inspired bySekiro’s widely praised parrying mechanics, while also drawing some notable influences fromBloodborne....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · Bryan Roth

Vampire Therapist Preview

Created by developer and voice actor Cyrus Nemati and the company he founded, Little Bat Games,Vampire Therapisttakes classic vampires in a brand-new direction: sending them to therapy. Protagonist Sam is an undead cowboy who, thanks to spending time with the Transcendentalists, has discovered the various unhealthy ways vampires think about themselves and is determined to help his bloodsucking brethren. Vampire Therapistis a story-rich, character-focusedindie gamethat centers around seeing different vampiric clients in therapy sessions, uncovering their cognitive distortions, and ultimately helping them have a happier and more peaceful undeath....

May 27, 2025 · 5 min · 1018 words · Meghan Russell

Warner Bros Facing Gender Bias and Harassment Lawsuit

Warner Bros is facing scrutiny after a former executivefiled a lawsuitagainst the media giant, alleging discrimination and harassment based on gender. The ex-executive in question claims these toxic practices were the cause of her termination from the company, and that she was fired as a direct result of her previously speaking out about the alleged abuse. The claimant, Susan Steen, worked atWarner Brosfrom 1987 to December of 2018, eventually rising through the ranks to Senior Vice President of Worldwide Theatrical Marketing....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Tiffany Small

What to Expect From Blox Fruits Update 21

In October,Blox Fruits—the popular game within a game that emulatesOne PieceinRoblox—released Update 20. This long-awaited update added several long-awaited items and features, with the official social media account also confirming thatBlox FruitsUpdate 21 would happen in November and be followed byBlox FruitsUpdate 22 in December.Blox FruitsUpdate 20added several key features like the Mammoth Fruit and Scrolls, and eyes have been on what Update 21 will add. Luckily, the developer recently posted a not-so-subtle tease as to what fans can expect from Update 21....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 502 words · Brandon Ramsey Jr.

Why Does Aloy Struggle to Connect With Beta In Horizon Forbidden West?

WithHorizon Forbidden West, Aloy has new challenges to face, so she heads to the Forbidden West to investigate a strange, red blight that threatens to destroy nature and usher in starvation. Throughout her journey, she makes many new friends, including Zo the Utaru gravesinger,Kotallo the former Sky Tenakth, and Beta, a quiet girl from the far corners of the cosmos. On the surface, Aloy and Beta should get along swimmingly because they have similar origins and have even had comparable early life experiences....

May 27, 2025 · 5 min · 1016 words · Johnny Davidson

Why Fallout 76's Season 13 Scoreboard Explores Pre-War Hollywood

TheFalloutfranchise takes a lot of inspiration from old, pulpy science fiction movies for its tone and retro-futuristic aesthetic, but little is known about what the setting’s own Hollywood was like.Fallout 76’sOnce in a Blue Moon updatebrought one of the rare peeks at that hidden history. Once in a Blue Moon also marked the beginning of Season 13 for the Scoreboard–Fallout 76’s version of a battle pass. These Seasons bring themed rewards, lore snippets, and the occasional radio drama, withFallout 76Season 13 tackling pre-War Hollywood....

May 27, 2025 · 3 min · 519 words · Theresa Lewis

8 Catchiest Anime Openings Of The 2020s

Anime has always come with the age-old question all fans grapple with: to skip, or not to skip the intros? The introductory songs to anime do delay fans from seeing their new, favorite shows, but sometimes the songs are just too good to resist, and they need to watch that opening for every single episode. RELATED:Best Anime Ending Songs Ever, Ranked So far, the current decade has treated anime fans to some truly stellar titles, from the adaption ofChainsaw Manto the animated series based on the hit video gameCyberpunk 2077....

May 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1362 words · Autumn Valencia

AFK Journey: Best Rogue Characters

Summary Rogue characters inAFK Journeywill act as either a Main DPS or sub-DPS, specificallytaking on close-quarters combatand charging straight towards the back row. Often, Rogues are overlooked due to many players prioritizing Marksmen and Warriors. However, including a Rogue in the team will make it much easier to take out those hard-to-reach enemies. With eight different Rogue characters available, fans ofAFK Journeywill want to ensure they are picking out the best option available toinvest their precious Diamondsinto....

May 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1159 words · Richard Reese

Alone in the Dark Dev Details Derceto Manor, New Features, and More

Derceto Manor is the birthplace of theAlone in the Darkfranchise, playing a huge role in the game’s pioneering of the survival horror genre. It was the haunted house setting of the original 1992 game, where players explored its claustrophobic halls as private investigator Edward Carnby or heiress Emily Hartwood. In Pieces Interactive’s 2024Alone in the Darkre-imagining, players return to Derceto Manor in Louisiana to investigate its mysteries, but the story has shifted dramatically....

May 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1360 words · Kevin Olsen