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Introduction At this year’s E3, DICE and EA shocked audiences by showing a first look at a new, next-gen Mirror’s Edge game. Since confirmed to be an origin story, this franchise reboot hopes to achieve what the original 2008 free-running title could not, despite its aesthetic depth and innovative (albeit flawed) gameplay. In the weeks following its announcement, fans have speculated and scoured the first game, searching for answers to the question: what will this origin story be about?...

Whether you played Dark Souls or Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition, it’s hard to ignore the game’s strides in the Souls-like subgenre. Dark Souls is synonymous with difficult video games, often serving as a benchmark. The game’s macabre themes are on par with horror games, which might deter some players. However, it offers masterclass gameplay that has hardly aged. The Souls games include Demon’s Souls,Dark Souls, Dark Souls 2, and Dark Souls 3....

The Mass Effect trilogy is one of the biggest franchises of the last 15 years, garnering many fans and well-deserved critical acclaim. Each entry adds to the story of the Milky Way galaxy & its inhabitants, as existence itself battles for survival against increasingly insurmountable odds. Mass Effect is full of detailed characters, all of which come with developed personalities and rich backstories. From the most important characters, down to the ones with very limited screen time, these individuals are what brings the series to life and make the Mass Effect universe worth exploring....

While previously it seemed like the Gears of War brand would be taking a break, happy news for fans broke this week that the franchise would soon be emerging once again. The future of the series was in doubt after Epic Games wanted to pursue other projects and focus on its Unreal Engine, so instead of waiting for the franchise’s parent company to be ready, Microsoft bought up the rights for themselves and gave the reins to Black Tusk Studios....

For many companies, the beginning of October marks the start of a new fiscal quarter — and the release of reports detailing how the company has been doing for the last three months prior to it. Activision’s latest report included a section pertaining to the company’s apparent need to hire 2,000 employees to “meet production demands.” Activision Blizzard is one of the biggest gaming companies in the world, with properties ranging from Call of Duty: Warzone to Bubble Witch Saga....

Pedigreed classics like Eureka Seven, Samurai Champloo, and FLCL are under thirty bucks, which is a great way to introduce yourself to some beloved fandom gems on the cheap. Also remarkably cheap are some modern classics from the past decade, like No Game No Life, Psycho-Pass, and SSSS.Gridman - all stellar shows with huge fan followings, and great introductions to the medium for newcomers. Well, outside of the weird and bad fan service in No Game No Life’s early episodes....

Amnesia: Rebirth can be absolutely terrifying at times, which should come as no surprise since it’s the sequel to one of the greatest PC horror games ever made. It certainly helps that Frictional Games, the studio behind the original horror masterpiece, is back at the helm for the sequel. This alone might be enough to make gamers run to the Steam store. Indeed, when Rebirth is at its best, it can unsettle and scare you as effectively as Amnesia: The Dark Descent did in 2010....

As the latest viral gaming sensation, Among Us is inspiring creativity and laughs throughout the internet. When it comes to memes, or even physical creations like an MTG card, Among Us will quickly rival Fall Guys for fan creations. Of course, many of the best things Among Us has created are gameplay moments. The concept is simple and well executed, letting anyone play and enjoy the guessing game it Among Us’ core....

It’s not easy being an Animal Crossing fan at times. It’s one of those franchises that you either ‘get’ or you don’t, and those who don’t get it just can’t understand the appeal. Perhaps they’ve given Animal Crossing: New Horizons a try, had zero clues as to how to really get started and confirmed all of their own worst fears about this slow-paced, open-ended series. That lack of focus is the appeal though, in a strange way....

Blathers is one of the most iconic characters in all of Animal Crossing. Naturally, he makes his return in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, along with other familiar faces. However, in older Animal Crossing games, Blathers already had his museum set up in your town right when you moved in. With New Horizons tasking you to build a community from scratch, how do you invite Blathers to your island? Don’t worry - we’ve got the answer right here!...

When it comes to the Animal Crossing series, K.K. Slider has always been a firm fan-favorite and he has graced the games with various songs. In New Horizons, K.K. Slider also features as a completion goalpost, as Tom Nook asks you to raise the island rating to three stars to encourage K.K. to come and play. Once K.K. does this, you get to see the game’s end credits. After K.K. has visited for the first time, he will visit every Saturday evening and players will be able to request one song from him each visit....

Each of the four unique javelins in Anthem offer a specific play-style for players to choose from. Whether it’s the Storm to the Ranger, each suit plays very differently than the others, and usually shapes how players approach encounters. For instance, the Colossus javelin is typically slower than the other suits, while the Interceptor is exceptionally fast. However, one recently discovered bug lets players equip unique javelin abilities onto other javelins, allowing for some crazy combinations in combat....

The effects of the COVID-19 coronavirus continue to ripple through all facets of society, as efforts are being made to stave off the rapid spread of the virus. Plans are being put in place to deal with this new reality, with airlines announcing the cutting of routes, borders closing up, and major sporting leagues postponing their seasons. This is affecting eSports as well, with Apex Legends the latest to experience a postponement....

Season 7 was a big one for Respawn Entertainment’s popular free-to-play battle royale, Apex Legends. In addition to introducing a brand new gravity defying legend called Horizon and the Olympus map, the game finally launched on Steam, opening the game up to a whole new and massive PC player base. As always, fans want to know what’s next and thanks to a slew of leaks and rumors, players may have a good idea....

According to new court filings, Apple subpoenaed Valve last November as part of its ongoing legal battle with Epic Games. Apple was hoping to learn more about Valve’s business, supporting its position that the App Store is a competitive platform. The filing is loaded with legal jargon – and is nine pages long – but it all really boils down to a few requests from Apple. One request demands “documents sufficient to show” a variety of statistics for Steam, including total yearly sales, annual advertising revenues, and annual earnings....

Our quick take Arlo Pro 4 - 4.0 / 5 Design and build 78.4 x 52 x 89mm, 316g Magnetic charging cable Weatherproof design Magnetic mount Setup and getting started Fuss-free installation Magnetic mount Wi-Fi connectivity Camera specs and performance 2560 x 1440 resolution 160-degree wide-angle lens HDR, night vision, LED illuminator Arlo Secure: The key to Arlo cameras To recap The Arlo Pro 4 offers great quality video in all conditions at high resolution....

For over a decade, the Assassin’s Creed franchise has blossomed into one of the biggest gaming franchises of all time. Through 11 (soon to be 12) main series games, along with dozens of additional games, comics, novels, and films, the Assassin’s Creed universe has expanded into something the creators could’ve only dreamed of. That universe, however, wouldn’t be where it is today without their original assassin, Altaïr Ibn-La’Ahad. Stretching over three games, including the original main series hit, Assassin’s Creed, Altaïr kicked things off and introduced the world to the Brotherhood of Assassins....

In 2019, Ubisoft took the Assassin’s Creed franchise to ancient Greece in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, where players will roam the lands as either mercenary Alexios or Kassandra, pitted in the middle of a war between Athens and Sparta. While the main story offers a deep look into the historical conquest of the period, the scale and scope of Odyssey’s map are a testament to the length of the narrative and the number of side activities offered to the player....

Ubisoft’s planned, but as yet unannounced, Assassin’s Creed title for 2017 has had what’s assumed to be its protagonist leaked via t-shirt. Count this among one of the most unique leaks in pre-E3 history. While rumormongers are still arguing over whether the new Assassin’s Creed game will have the subtitle Empire or Origins, new information has rather definitively revealed the game’s hero. Introducing Ba Yek. The t-shirt was discovered for sale on the rack of your average local GameStop....

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’s Asgard territory is home to a total of 30 Wealth chests, and each one contains a Ymir’s Tear Stone. While most of these collectibles can be obtained without much explanation, that is not the case for absolutely all of them. For instance, some AC Valhalla players may be slightly confused about how to reach the two Wealth chests on Indre Holm, and this guide will provide full details on both of them....