Star Wars: Andor – Why The Kenari Scenes Are So Effective

The latest entry into theStar Warsfranchise tells the story ofRogue One’s deuteragonist Cassian Andor, who played an essential role in getting the plans for the Death Star to the rebels. Some fans were skeptical at first, questioning whether this was a backstory that really needed to be told. However,the series' dark toneand shift in focus away from the Skywalker family sets it apart from other media in the franchise, and viewers are intrigued....

July 11, 2025 · 5 min · 888 words · Edward Santos

The 10 Weakest Boss Monsters In Dungeons & Dragons, Ranked

When it comes to a typicalDungeons & Dragonsgame, players tend to want to face the greatest of foes along their journey. There are some, especially those who are newer to the game, who would rather work their way up to that point. Luckily, there are monsters for all experiences. RELATED:Hilarious Video Games That Parody Dungeons & Dragons Many monsters with challenge ratings four or lower tend to be a lot easier to deal with, but that doesn’t mean these are pushovers either....

July 11, 2025 · 6 min · 1201 words · Jamie Bates DVM

The 14 Most Difficult Levels In The Halo Franchise, Ranked

Halois one of the most revolutionary franchises in gaming history, and shaped the FPS genre forever. It has both shown excellent design with its single-playerand multiplayer offerings. It has also shown uncompromising difficulty on its higher difficulties. Indeed, theHalofranchise has some of the hardest missions in gaming – they aren’t just the hardestHalomissions. Some fans have even made these levels harder by playing on Legendary with all Skulls on, which players refer to as a LASO run....

July 11, 2025 · 9 min · 1846 words · Kyle Kerr

There's More to LAD: Infinite Wealth's Status Ailments Than Meets the Eye

Summary Like other turn-based RPGs,Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealthplaces heavy emphasis on the use of status ailments in battle. The feature ties cleverly into many facets ofInfinite Wealth’s gameplay, where efforts both in and out of battle can affect how they are utilized in combat. With an ailment system that takes into account status resistances and weaknesses, it’s clear that RGG Studio has gone to great lengths to weave them into both grinding and strategizing; from raising Ichiban’s personality stats to crafting weaponry, there’s ample room to consider their best uses....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 628 words · Courtney Ortiz MD

Weird The Last of Us Clip Shows Ellie Using a ‘Super Arrow’

The Last of Usis considered by many to be a masterpiece, with the Naughty Dog title selling extremely well and managing to bring in hundreds of awards. However, evenThe Last of Usis not without its issues, though the latest bug is more helpful than problematic. This is hardly the onlyThe Last of Usbuggamers have found. Recently, a fan shared a clip of Joel floating into the sky, with the character model glitching out of the map and dying shortly before the game’s beloved giraffe sequence....

July 11, 2025 · 3 min · 482 words · Andrea Flores

5 New Halo Infinite Maps Leak

Halo Infinitelaunched with a solid selection of maps for both its Arena and Big Team Battle styled game modes, however many players have started growing tired of these same locales. Fortunately, a new leak gives players a glimpse at five ofHalo Infinite’s newest maps, showing promising signs for the future. Themap selection inHalo Infinitehas been received pretty favorably by players for the most part. Maps like Streets and Recharge offer that classic Arena gameplay with close and long range sight lines, while the larger maps of Fragmentation and Deadlock balance spaces for large vehicle encounters while also making on-foot combat viable....

July 10, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · Ariel Williamson

7 Shonen Characters Who Are Different In The Anime Compared To The Manga

Shōnen anime series tend to be faithful adaptations of their manga equivalent, withlittle to no differences, as is the case for anime such asDemon SlayerorBlack Clover. However, this is not always the case, as some anime diverge significantly fromthe source materialto introduce more exciting elements or not run too close to the manga. RELATED:Most Powerful Female Characters In Shonen Anime, Ranked The effect of this divergence varies, with some being well received, like Claymore, while some changes spark outrage from fans, as in the case of Tokyo Ghoul....

July 10, 2025 · 5 min · 979 words · Jeffrey Bates

Armored Core 6: How to Beat Balteus (Best Build)

Quick Links Armored Core 6certainly doesn’t hold back when it comes to difficulty, throwing challenging encounters at the player from the very beginning. Chapter 1 begins with a tricky boss fight designed to test player’s skills with the controls, so it’s only fitting that it ends with a similarly challenging fight that tests their skills. Unlike the first boss ofArmored Core 6, Balteus allows players to customize their AC before facing it....

July 10, 2025 · 6 min · 1223 words · William Walker

Beginner Tips For Pac-Man World Re-PAC

The arcade classics have staying power for a reason. Whether they were platformers, racers, or fighting games, each of these games acted as a magic key that unlocked fun and excitement for millions of gamers. Many of them remain just as fun today. While most of these series have evolved, the best of them are still true to their magical roots. Related:Best Songs Inspired By Video Games Pac-Man World Re-PACis a remaster, updating thePac-Manlegacy with greater depth, a 3D environment, and special powers the original character only could have dreamed of....

July 10, 2025 · 5 min · 1015 words · Robert Kaufman

Best Gaming Gear for Pokemon Day

While Valentine’s Day often takes center stage in February, many gamers are ready to show their love for a completely different holiday: Pokémon Day!Nintendo has already startedthe preparations for the February 27th celebration, while Pokémon fans on Reddit and other social media sites brace for an expected game announcement, with a new Unova region Pokémongame leading polls and wishlists. For those looking to be decked out for the holiday, either to play at home or join in onsome Pokémon Go events, there is plenty of cool, cute, and chic Pokémon gear up for grabs!...

July 10, 2025 · 9 min · 1874 words · Douglas Valenzuela

ByteDance Isn't Selling TikTok to Microsoft

After weeks of speculation that Microsoft could acquire the US operations of social media platform TikTok from ByteDance, the issue can now be put to bed. In an announcement made by Microsoft via social media, the company confirmed thatTikTokrejected Microsoft’s offer. It’s unclear if TikTok continues to pursue the sale of its US operations or if it’s now going to test how far US President Donald Trump is willing to take his promise to ban the company in the country....

July 10, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Teresa Powers

Chainsaw Man's Unexpected Human Heart

This article contains spoilers forChainsaw ManSeason 1.When one first hears the titleChainsaw Man, the mental image that comes to mind is likely of a ridiculous, over-the-top series filled with intense, gory action and off-the wall humor. And indeed, that’s far from an inaccurate description of the famous shonen manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, which recently concluded the first season of its highly-anticipated anime adaptation. If you look at the fanmade memes, art, and videos that pervade the online presence ofChainsaw Man, you’ll find that much of it relates to the series’ wackier moments — particularly involving characters like Denji, Power, and Kobeni....

July 10, 2025 · 5 min · 894 words · Marcus Gill

Diablo 4: All Side Quests in Hawezar (and Which Require a Strongholds)

Diablo 4is an ARPG that will be split up into seasons. Every time a new season comes around, players will need to redo some of the side quests to raise their renown in each location again. This means heading back to the Fractured Peaks,Scosglen, the Dry Steppes, Kehjistan, and Hawezar to collect quest from as many NPCs as quickly as possible. Hawezar has a grand total of 49 of these side quests, and players will want to know what they need to get them and finish them quickly....

July 10, 2025 · 15 min · 3061 words · Patricia Summers