A household name in entertainment around the world, it’s hard to think of an anime studio that can come even close tothe prestige and renown of Studio Ghibli. With a legacy of over 35 years spent creating some of the most iconic animated films and memorable character designs of all time, picking a clear entry point to jump into anime’s most celebrated studio can be a bit overwhelming. By taking a look at the creatives, tones, and history behind some of its most famous animated features, Ghibli’s wide and storied output of almost two-dozen feature films can be better approached for newcomers of all ages....

Summary TheGhostbustersreturn forGhostbusters: Frozen Empire, bringing in a cast old and new to bust those pesky New York City ghosts that just don’t know when to quit. Fans ofGhostbusterscan expect a fun ride, with plenty of easter eggs and references that will set off their PKE meters.Ghostbustershas been around since the 80s, so it’s no surprise that the 4th film in the series has plenty ofcallbacks harking to decades prior....

Summary Anyone who’s ever tuned in to the adventures of Son Goku and his friends inDragon Ballwill likely love the songs that accompany each episode, particularly action-packed opening sequences that demonstrate just how much intense combat, funny shenanigans, and hopeful encountersDragon Ballhas to offer fans. What’s perhaps more amazing is how headbanging awesome theme songs aren’t exclusive toDragon Ball Zalone. In fact, entries such asDragon Ball Superand even the originalDragon Ballanime can offer extremely catchy songs aside fromDragon Ball Z....

Summary Boasting some of the most unique gameplay inTerrariais the Summoner Class, allowing players to rely on Summons to do most of the heavy lifting for them. Despite their fragile nature, a Summoner’sTerrariaexperience can be made more versatile depending on the combination of creatures they summon on the battlefield. However, Summoners are only as efficient as the armor they wear. While the game offers players a multitude of options to choose armor parts they prefer, certain Armor Sets are just built to complement a Summoner’s spellcasting-heavy arsenal....

Red Dead Redemption 2remains one of the most popular games even after nearly four years since its launch. The game receives widespread critical acclaim for its immersive story and gameplay, with the game’s devs paying particular attention to minute details to make it more realistic. Moreover, theenormous open world ofRed Dead Redemption 2boasts an exhaustive list of flora and fauna, including predators, farm animals, and several herbs. The sheer variety of animal species inRed Dead Redemption 2is one of its praiseworthy qualities, allowing gamers to test their hunting abilities....

Summary SomeCall of Duty: Warzoneexperts believe the Lachman 762 is one of the best battle rifles in the game, and now the latest update has made it even better.Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2and its battle royale companion continue to get new updates as the seasons roll on. Last week marks a new beginning with Spawn, Zombie Royale, and morecoming toCall of Dutywith Season 6. In addition to new skins, a new mode, and plenty of bug fixes, the latest season also features lots of tweaks, nerfs, and buffs to existing weapons and equipment....

Summary A newResident Evilgame is in development, Capcom has revealed. The move saw the Japanese gaming giant confirm long-standing speculation that the next mainlineResident Evilentry is already in the pipeline. Rumors about the much-anticipated game, tentatively dubbedResident Evil 9, have been circulating the industry since 2022. Back then, a leak of dubious originclaimed thatResident Evil 9is code-namedApocalypseand has something to do with the ninth phase of the lunar cycle. Resident Evil 9 Development Is Led by Resident Evil 7 Director While the jury is still out on the validity of that information, the existence of the project itself is no longer in question, having just been confirmed atCapcom NEXT Summer 2024....

After his appearance onShe-Hulk: Attorney at Law, fans are ready to see the Devil of Hell’s kitchen back in action inDaredevil: Born Again. While not a lot is known about the upcoming series, Charlie Cox is “thrilled that [he’s] been invited to the party,” and refers to the 18-episode series as a “bold move.” Netflix’sDaredevilseries was the most popular independent Marvel show, and the fan-favorite character had a lot of support after the series got canceled....

While the most famousCrash Bandicootgames may be the titular marsupial’s single-player adventures, there have been many attempts at multiplayerCrashgames over the years, with varying degrees of success. There have been multipleCrash Bandicootkart racers, party games likeCrash Bash, and the cooperative modes found inCrash Bandicoot 4, to name a few. Thelatest attempt at aCrash Bandicootmultiplayer gameisCrash Team Rumble, an online-only competitive platformer that can be a lot of fun to play, but has questionable longevity....

Square Enix reveals the trailer for the spin-off title,Dragon Quest Treasures, at the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partners Showcase, finally showing off some detailed gameplay footage and providing more information about the story. Though not a full-blownDragon Questgame,Dragon Quest Treasuresstill looks to be a massive adventure full of fun characters, iconic monsters, interesting traversal, and a plethora of other features. Fans will immediately recognize the thief and best friend of the Hero,Erik fromDragon Quest XI,making an appearance this time as the main character of the game along with his sister, Mia....

Best Light Cone Back to All Characters Honkai: Star Railcontinuously comes up with new mechanics for their characters to bring more variations into the gameplay. Acheron is one of the most interesting characters so far. She has no Energy bar for her Ultimate, but instead requires her team to build up her “Energy” by applying debuffs. Considering Acheron’s demanding playstyle, players may wonder whether theyshould pull for Acheron or Jingliu, given Jingliu is far friendlier to build and use compared to Acheron....

Quick Links InPalworld, besides your regular pals, you may also find several boss pals wandering the landscape. However, these tend to be much more powerful pals and have better stats, making it a challenge for most players to capture or defeat them. The Level 23 boss palKingpacamay be found wandering the map under the watchful eyes of two Melpacas. The ultimate fluff commander is a formidable opponent in combat, so you’ll need to plan ahead and execute your approach skillfully if you hope tocatch the boss palduring yourPalworldadventure....

Having completed theLast Epochstoryline, many players dive into the Monoliths of Fate. However, some quit the game without learning about the Empowered version of this activity. The non-intuitive progression process and the lack of prompts from NPCsin the post-story gamemake things much more difficult, but the result is worth the effort. Eventually, Empowered Monoliths give you the highest chances of receiving the best rewards inLast Epoch. Similar to the classic Monoliths of Fate, their Empowered versions reward the player with a specific type of item, but the endlessly increasing corruption ensures a hard fight and better rewards, regardless of your level and skill....