NBA 2K24: Teams Expected To Have A Lower Rating

The NBA Draft has come and gone in a heartbeat, which means that the time of year has come for teams to evaluate their position in preparation for the upcoming season, and make changes where they see fit. The trade season has begun for the NBA, which always promises to be a surprising, shocking, and turbulent time for coaches, players, fans, and teams alike. The movements of major players can make or break teams, completely shake the foundations of the NBA, and throw the balance of the Eastern and Western Conference....

May 13, 2025 · 6 min · 1203 words · Brandi Gomez

New Horror Game Has Serious Old-School Resident Evil, Silent Hill Vibes

The Tartarus Keyis a brand-new horror game coming to PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X on May 31 that seems to be inspired by the classic PS1-eraResident EvilandSilent Hillgames. Needless to say, fans of classic survival-horror games will definitely want to keepThe Tartarus Keyon their radar once its release date rolls around at the end of May. The Tartarus Keyis the story of Alex Young, who finds herself trapped in a “strange mansion filled with puzzles, traps, and cameras....

May 13, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Angela Woods

Not All FromSoftware Games Need to Be Open-World From Now On

Developer FromSoftware has become famous for notoriously challenging yet rewarding games. Its latest release,Elden Ring, has set the bar even higher by expanding the challenge to a completely open world. All previous entries in theSoulsborne series(Dark Souls 1-3, Bloodborne,andSekiro) have followed a similarly linear path as straightforward adventures with a hub area connecting different regions. There’s no doubt the major success ofElden Ringhas piqued FromSoftware’s interest in creating more open-world games, but a major part of its previous successes were their compact and linear structure....

May 13, 2025 · 5 min · 1029 words · Jonathan Reed

Oshi No Ko: Fulfilling Dreams

The following contains spoilers for Episode 11 of Oshi no Ko, “Idol,” now streaming onHiDive. It’s the final episode ofOshi no KoSeason 1, and expectations are high. The new B-Komachi is about to have their very first concert, and its success could make or break the group’s future in the idol industry. No one feels the pressure more than Kana, who is still struggling with her insecurities. With Season 2 already announced and on the way, the final episode ofOshi no Kois more than a conclusion, as it offers a sneak peek at what kind of project Aqua and the others will be doing next....

May 13, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Gerald Callahan

Palworld Player Accidentally Blows Up Their House

Summary APalworldplayer made a grave mistake when trying to show off the game’s Decal Gun, accidentally destroying their hard-built house in the process. The newest game from Japanese indie developer Pocket Pair has become a breakout hit since its debut, combining the monster-catching elements of games likePokemonwith survival gameplay. Nearly a month after the game’s launch,Palworldhas already sold tens of millions of copiesand has been one of 2024’s most popular releases....

May 13, 2025 · 3 min · 576 words · James Henry

Palworld Player Breeds Super Overpowered Chikipi

Summary APalworldplayer had a random stroke of luck when they bred a Chikipi with higher-than-usual stats. Taking cues from other games,Palworldalso has an Internal Values (IV) mechanic, which are hidden stats thatdetermine how Pals' other attributes grow while leveling. Themechanics of breeding inPalworldare subtly complex, showing how developer Pocketpair really did its work in making sure the game is deeper than it seems. With this system,Palworlddeveloper Pocketpair doesn’t directly rip off more established games likePokemon, as it tried to do something uniqueby introducing passive traits that further influence the growth of certain stats....

May 13, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · Karen Morse

Patrick Stewart Reacts To Shocking Star Trek: Picard Season 3 Twist

Star Trek: Picarddropped a bombshell on fans: not only does Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) have a son (Ed Speleers), the child was born of a union between Picard and Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden). Now, Stewart spoke about what that means for the character. Star Trek: Picardopted toreunite theStar Trek: The Next Generationcast. Decades after the end of that show, the former crewmates of the USS Enterprise must reunite to save the universe....

May 13, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Kathleen Stanton

Pokemon GO Players Frustrated By High Escape Rates for 7th Anniversary Event

Pokemon GOplayers are unhappy with the high escape rates present in the Pokemon spawning during the 7th-anniversary event and have gone to the internet to vent about it.Niantic has gone through various controversiesin recent months with various hiccups all adding up to make both fans and observers question what’s going on behind the scenes. Pokemon GOis facing many tumultuous issues in 2023. The dedicated user base continues to be unhappy with the state of the mobile game and the few changes that it gets....

May 13, 2025 · 3 min · 443 words · Tabitha Adams

Spider-Man: Does No Way Home Hold Up On Repeat Viewings?

Marvel’s hype seems to be dying down. The novelty of characters fans never thought they’d see on the big screen has worn off. The cinematic universe is no longer experimental, and worse attempts have slowly killed enthusiasm for the idea. MCU films require more than the brand name to sell themselves.Spider-Man: No Way Homewas a massive event. That made the experience unforgettable but left an at-home viewing slightly less enjoyable....

May 13, 2025 · 4 min · 836 words · Austin White

Starfield's NPCs Don't Measure up to Baldur's Gate 3's

Summary Since its release earlier this month,Starfieldhas been earning high praise from every corner of the gaming community. Fans of the game have cited its massive scope, enthralling world, and engaging side content as reasons to play the game, with many considering it a strong return to form for Bethesda Game Studios.Starfieldis far from perfect, however, and its flaws can become apparent when it’s measured against other modern RPGs likeBaldur’s Gate 3....

May 13, 2025 · 3 min · 601 words · Kyle Garcia

Stranger Things Season 4 Vol. 1 Review

It’s been close to three years since the last season ofStranger Things. The mall-centric third volume left things on a bittersweet note: Hawkins had been saved and Eleven would finally get to live a normal life, but she, Will, Jonathan, and Joyce would have to relocate to California. On top of that, it seemed like Hopper had been killed, and Max had lost Billy to the Mind Flayer. Now, fans finally get to return to Hawkins to see where the story goes next, and it is to some truly dark places....

May 13, 2025 · 5 min · 1014 words · Megan Rodgers

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Sequel Character Wish List

Summary Super Smash Bros. Ultimateis a defining title of the Nintendo Switch. The platform fighter sported the largest roster in the series, with nearly ninety playable characters to choose from. With so much content, it’s almost hard to imagine where the series could go from here. However, a potential sequel toSuper Smash Bros. Ultimatecould find its edge with a few choice additions to the roster. With theNintendo Switch 2 seemingly on the way, a newSmash Bros....

May 13, 2025 · 5 min · 877 words · Rebecca Williams

The Best Characters In Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Ranked

Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madnessis only the second solo movie starring the beloved sorcerer. It’s hard to believe since the original was released all the way back in 2016. The story takes place after the events ofSpider-Man: No Way Homeand sees chaos erupt in the streets while Strange is attending Christine’s wedding. RELATED:The Best And Worst MCU Movies, According To IMDb Strange and Wong deal with the crisis and rescue a teenage girl in the process, America Chavez....

May 13, 2025 · 5 min · 1032 words · Taylor Calderon