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Now that Sony has releasedPlayStation 5accessories ahead of the actual console, some fans used that as an opportunity to purchasethe PS5 DualSense Controllerand give their reactions, analysis, and impressions regarding the product. As such, one little thing that everyone is talking about deals with a small detail on the controller itself, which can be seen as a nice touch to the entire authenticity aspect. The PS5 controller hastiny PlayStation symbols on the rear pads, specifically the iconic circle, triangle, square, and X symbols, recently shown in detail in a video posted on thePlayStation 5Reddit page by user Thenadamgoes....

Despite some believing that the release ofElden Ringovershadowed it,Horizon Forbidden Westhas still proven to be an incredibly well-received game by both fans and critics. The continuation of Aloy’s story sees great improvements fromHorizon Zero Dawnin everything from graphics to gameplay. Sony has clearly taken note of the game’s success, asHorizon Forbidden Westwas the first game to get an official PS5 bundle. It seems as well that some awards shows are already eyeing upHorizon Forbidden Westas a game of the year contender....

Ever sinceThe Invinciblewas first revealed, Starward Industries has cited three video games as inspirations for the gaming aspects:Firewatch, Alien: Isolation, andRoad 96. However, the first and foremost inspiration is, of course, Stanisław Lem’s work of the same name, his underlying philosophies, and his visions of the future back in the 1960s. Lem is considered an author and futurologist who predicted the invention of drones, smartphones, and the internet, andThe Invincibletakes players on a retro sci-fi journeybased Lem’s predictions and beliefs....

Twenty years ago,The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Wakercame out for the Nintendo GameCube on December 13. Fans had been waiting for this game since the days ofOcarina of Time, asMajora’s Maskwas viewed as more of an experiment than a true evolution of the series. Reception was positive, but complaints arose at the time due toThe Wind Waker’s cartoonish art style. It also became obvious that the back half of the game was missing large chunks, some of which were allegedly added toTwilight Princess....

Bitlifeis a fun text-based life simulation game where you get full control of your characters’ lives. In this free-to-play game, you make all the decisions for your character. For example, you can choose your degree,start a business,manage relationships, and even choose your character’s birthplace. When it comes to jobs and careers, there are plenty of options inBitlife.If you’re passionate about flying, you can become a pilot. However, for that, you will need to get a university degree and a pilot’s license first....

Quick Links Trouble in Paradise is one of fourCorel Region side queststhat become available during Chapter 12 ofFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth. Completing it will require players to thoroughly explore two of the game’s six regions and then take down three fairly challenging fiends on behalf of Costa del Sol’s corrupt mayor. The side quests also sees the party reunited with Mireille; one of manyFinal Fantasy 7 Remakecharacters to make an appearance inFinal Fantasy 7 Rebirth....

It’s hard to think of a franchise that goes to such lengths to create huge, immersive worlds full of engaging characters asFinal Fantasy. With this quality comes complexity. Sometimes, navigating worlds can be tricky, and some get a little lost in the lore. The sheer scope of these worlds means that often they will expand into other games, and even into other media. For example,the Fabula Nova Crystallis seriesstarted withFinal Fantasy 13but spanned a total of seven titles across multiple platforms....

Playdateis an upcoming indie handheld console created by software developer Panic. It will have both console-exclusive titles but will also operate as a dev kit for third-party developers wishing to port their games to Playdate. Panic says that the price point isn’t meant to be too expensive or too cheap, set at $149. This begs an important question though. In a gaming market saturated by cinematic graphics and most indie games, which often find themselves left in the shadows of AAA titles, are easily accessible via PC, if not on mobile devices, isthe handheld console Playdateworth a triple-digit price tag?...

It is a joyous day for all of Middle Earth when Aragorn, son of Arathorn is finally able to do whatnone of his forebears could, and reclaim the throne of Gondor. This is only able to be achieved once the ring-bearers have destroyed the ring of power in Mount Doom, and removed the ever-present threat of Sauron from the world. The kingdom has been waiting for a king to return and restore the white city of Gondor for centuries, and when Aragorn begins healing people who were injured in the battle at Pelennor fields, rumors start floating around the people that he is in fact the only remaining heir from a long ago and almost forgotten family of royals who are able to lead the kingdom to salvation....

Someone, probably Eli Roth, once said that any viewer who doesn’t want to be scared during a horror movie shouldn’t cover their eyes, but should cover their ears. Whoever said that was right because a good cinematic scary story is nothing without an iconic suite of songs to set the tone. Many of the best musical scores in cinema history come from horror films. Listening to some of the most beautiful songs, one would often be shocked bythe visceral nightmare thatmusic might accompany....

Summary Marvel Rivalsis adding two more playable characters during its ongoing closed beta: the mighty Thunder God Thor and Jeff the Land Shark. NetEase Games is already offering up a packed roster of playable heroes and villains forMarvel Rivals. Before this week’s San Diego Comic-Con 2024 convention, 21 playable characters were confirmed forMarvel Rivals. As of this writing, a select group of players are diving intoMarvel Rivals’ frantic 6v6 arena shooter gameplay in the ongoing closed beta test, which will run until August 5 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X....

Even with a newFinal FantasyMMO available for players to join their friends in, some players still never abandoned Square Enix’s original attempt at this type of title inFinal Fantasy 11. For those players that still regularly sign into the almost twenty year-old game, one modder has introduced a new update to bring it in line with thebetter lookingFinal Fantasy 14. Modder Ashenbubs has been periodically updating this ongoing project since Summer of 2020, with the fan-made remastering covering huge sections of the game....

Summary TheMarvel Cinematic Universeenters Phase Two from 2013 to 2015, providing audiences with 6 MCU movies and the promise of going beyond Earth. Phase Two was a tad of a shake-up for the MCU and a time where experimentation with the formula would flourish, and allow for further intrigue into characters known and unknown. Whilst some movies in MCU’s Phase 2 were not as well received as that of Phase 1, there is still a lot ofnostalgia to look back on, with MCU movies that still act as the pinnacle of Marvel Studios’ heights as they enter into the 2020s with new releases....