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The recent Prime Video horror movieMy Best Friend’s Exorcismis not only a fun adaptation of the novel by Grady Hendrix, which was published in 2017, but it also has layered characters and a flawless depiction of the emotional experience of being a teenage girl. Gretchen Lang (Amiah Miller) and Abby Rivers (Elsie Fisher) would do anything for each other and Abby is shocked when a demon takes over Gretchen. This changes Gretchen’s whole being and personality....

In the action-packed universe ofGrand Theft Auto Online, griefing can be a real problem for players. The disparity between those new to Los Santos and those that are rich enough to own it creates an extremely dangerous atmosphere for anyone to thrive in. Between the drug trafficking and bank heists, most players pretty much anticipate any approach by another player as one that’ll end badly. However, for oneGTA Onlineplayer, an interaction with a fellow player restored their faith in the online community....

In a night filled with surprises, the announcement ofBayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demonat the Game Awards was one very few could have predicted. Coming off the heels of a big win forBayonetta 3,which took home the award for Best Action Game,Bayonetta Originswas announced to be a spin-off of the action series that features a young Cereza traversing a mysterious wood in order to save her beloved mother. This is a first for theBayonettaseries as it has never before received a spin-off title and could pave the way for more titles like this in the future....

Summary TheSimsis the leading franchise in the life simulator and has spanned several games and has released hundreds of add-ons. However, there areSimsgames outside the main four games, such asthe spin-off gamesThe Sims MedievalandThe Sims Life Stories. These spin-off games explore different genres, some of which encompass life simulation elements. TheSimshas explored genres such as roleplaying, racing, and story games (in which players follow objectives and must complete tasks to advance the story)....

EA and Omega Force officially revealed newMonster Hunter-like gameWild HeartsWednesday morning with a trailer showing off towering beasts and impressive technology. Thecollaboration between EA and theDynasty Warriorsstudiowas revealed earlier this week, hinting at a triple-A title set in Feudal Japan with few details given at the time. The project will be the first major collaboration between EA and Omega Force with Omega Force mostly working on theWarriorsfranchise and its many spinoffs....

ForXbox, it’s been a long road to redemption since the launch of the Xbox One. With tons of positive efforts made to win back fans, Xbox has slowly but surely shifted into a very different gaming company. Every change made to the Xbox One’s marketing and ecosystem was to emphasize Xbox ushering in a “games first” mantra. Since then, aspects like backwards compatibility from first and third-party games, Game Pass, Xbox Play Anywhere, along with several big ticket studio acquisitions have been a reflection of this new mantra....

Army of the Deaddirector Zack Snyder recently sat down for an interview and discussed what his plans would have been if had made a direct sequel to his 2013Supermanfilm,Man of Steel.In the interview, Snyder talked about his divisive film, actor Henry Cavill’s portrayal of the extraterrestrial superhero, and what villains he would have been interested in exploring in a theoreticalMan of Steel 2. Man of Steelwas Snyder’s first film in the DCEU and was meant to kick off Waner Bros....

Survival gamesare all the rage for many gamers. Luckily for them,Don’t Starveintroduces amultiplayer versionDon’t Starve Together. Antagonist Maxwell forces players to control characters through the depths of the wilderness. He laughs as they struggle to find food, fight enemies, and stay alive through it all. Items are an essential part ofDon’t StarveandDon’t Starve Together. Related:Don’t Starve Together: The Best Ways To Prepare For Each Season They provide characters withvarious survival needssuch as staying sane, weapons, warmth, knowledge, and many more....

Quick Links As the final piece of the Oxenefordscire arc, The Saga Stone quest can be the most difficult. It takes players back to the Cyne Belle Castle but this time for a confrontation with Lady Eadwyn. As such, this quest inAssassin’s Creed Valhallaplays an important role inthe game’s overarching storyline. The Saga Stone is a lore-heavy quest but also features an invasion of this defensive structure. For thoseAssassin’s Creed Valhallaplayers looking to complete this quest, this guide is here to help....

[UPDATE: Although it seemed Twitch suspended Alinity for 3 days, it turns out it was only for 24 hours. She is now trying to get this suspension extended to 3 days. Original story follows.] TheTwitchstreaming platform is known for its inconsistency with the ban hammer, something that is brought up a lot whenever a major streamer does something that needs a ban or suspension but doesn’t receive one. In some cases, streamers are banned over something that doesn’t truly deserve one, but regardless, Alinity recently decided to impose a 3-dayTwitchsuspension upon herself....

Apex Legendsis in a bit of a tough spot right now. While the game is still one of the most popular battle royales on the market, many members of the community have started to become frustrated. From complaints about the Ranked split on Kings Canyon to alack of content with the Monsters Within Event, Respawn faces several challenges regarding its popular game. Unfortunately, things don’t seem to be getting much better as the developer is trying to fix a recurring problem impacting the game....

Summary Back in October 2022,Assassin’s Creed Invictuswas announced alongside a handful of other in-developmentACprojects. WhileAssassin’s Creed RedandHexeare slated to be single-player adventures,Assassin’s Creed Invictus' main selling point is its multiplayer focus, bringing an online mode back to the series for the first time sinceAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag. ThoughtheAssassin’s Creedfranchiseis often best remembered for its various compelling narratives, characters, and historical settings, multiplayer did play a much bigger role in the series than many might remember....

Summary The upcomingAssassin’s Creed Miragestands out clearly from the many upcoming projects within the franchise. The release is set to be a significant departure from the recent gameplay formula of theACgames, reinvigorating parts of the fan base that were otherwise disinterested. While the return to the old gameplay style withAssassin’s Creed Mirageis exciting, it will of course bring with it some slight hiccups. In particular, fans may find themselves having to unlearn many gameplay habits that have been instilled byMirage’s predecessors, which is one downside to the wide range of experiences that the IP offers....