Nintendo, more so than any other video game company, has a reputation for being pretty family friendly, and while there are exceptions to the rule like the now20 years oldConker’s Bad Fur Day, 2005’sSuperMario Strikersis as PG as it gets. Perhaps this is why it’s so surprising that the GameCube soccer title is the game that Nintendo chose to run with when deciding to get a little NSFW with its advertising....

In 2003, BioWare releasedKnights of the Old Republic, a role-playing game that ran on theDungeons and Dragons-esqueStar Wars Roleplaying Gamerules. Like many of BioWare’s other popular RPGs,KOTORincludes a gripping story, dynamic characters, and of course, romance options. The game was a resounding success, spawning a sequel, novels, an MMORPG, and a troubled-but-highly-anticipated remake. But more importantly,Knights of the Old Republicintroduced Revan to the world. The shadow of the mysterious, absent Sith Lord hung over the game, and their legacy shaped theKnights of the Old Republicsetting....

PlayStationhas quite the legacy behind it when it comes to video games and consoles, including the PlayStation 5. However, there are players who still appreciate the older consoles that came before, like the PlayStation 3 and eventhe original PlayStation. Even after all these years, there arePlayStationfans who celebrate the older PlayStation console generations and make their own custom creations inspired by them. Recently, someone shared images of fan-made designs they crafted for a friend of theirs on the PlayStation subreddit....

Summary APokemonfan baked an adorable cake that featured the Water Pokemon called Psyduck as the central piece and shared the tasty treat with other trainers on social media. ThePokemonbaker received compliments from their peers, and some asked questions about how the Psyduck cake decoration was crafted. Known as the Duck Pokemon, Psyduck first appeared inPokemon Red and Blue. As a Water-type Pokemon, Psyduck has become one of the more common creatures trainers may encounter in mostPokemongames....

Summary One dedicatedPokemonfan is showing off their complete collection of games dating back to the Western release ofPokemon Red and Blueon the original Game Boy. ThePokemoncollector has amassed quite a library of titles, and it’s certainly a nostalgic site to behold. It’s quite impressive considering that The Pokemon Company and Game Freak have been producing RPGs on a near-annual basis since the franchise’s debut back in 1996. The mainline series has so far seen nine different generations in various regions that have spanned over six consoles....

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’sPaldea region is teeming with Grass-types. They can be found in a lot of areas, but some areas are better than others. Grass-types are super effective against Water, Ground, and Rock, so acquiring one or two is great for a Pokemon trainer’s roster. Make sure to avoid Fire, Ice, Bug, Dragon, and Flying-types, as Grass-type Pokemon are weak against those. There are 43 grass types inPokemon Scarlet & Violet, so catching them is a good way for players to fill up their Pokedex....

Pokémon: Sword & Shieldis the first original entry of thePokémonfranchise on the Nintendo Switch. Yes,Pokémon: Let’s Go, Pikachu!andLet’s Go, Eevee!released first but they are remakes of a previous entry, whereasSword & Shieldis a wholly new title.Sword & Shieldintroduced new regions and new Pokémon, with a couple of legendary Pokemon. However, the game excluded many of the previous generations of Pokémon. A few months later, an expansion pack was announced and includes new and returning Pokémon....

Summary Doctor Doomis widely speculated to be the next major villain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, recent rumors indicate that the character may not be what fans have been anticipating. AsMarvelgears up for their next major blockbuster, fans are debating which characters might appear. One potential character, and the speculated next big villain, is Doctor Doom,marking his debut in the MCU. However, recent rumors suggest that something different might be in the works....

Summary There is a high likelihood thatGenshin Impactplayers can know which limited characters are coming in Version 4.5, as a reliable source in its community leaked the full lineup in a recent post. An important thing to note is that Version 4.5 is expected to bring Chiori toGenshin Impactas a 5-Star Geo Sword character, but the other 5-Stars that will be accompanying Chiori have remained a mystery up until now. Rumors of Albedo and Itto’s rerun began to crystallize amongGenshin Impactfans, but the fourth slot was shrouded in pure speculation....

It is a sad day for the emulation, preservation, romhacking, and retro gaming community as one developer has taken their own life due to reportedly targeted harassment. The developer had a profound impact on the emulation scene, as well as the documentation and archiving of many rare games. Near, formerly known as byuu, was well-known for developing the firstSNESemulator with the goal of “perfect accuracy,” bsnes. They were a huge fan of JRPGs, especially theFinal Fantasyseries, and brought widespread attention to formerly obscure JRPGBahamut Lagoonby leading efforts to develop a full English translation patch....

The first of them isCall of Duty: Black Ops 3, which released in 2015 to overall positive reviews. Unlike the more recentBlack Ops Cold War, this game is set in the distant future, where the military has progressed to include robotic drones and cybernetically enhanced super soldiers. Aside from a campaign mode, players can enjoy co-op, the traditional Zombies mode, and competitive multiplayer. RELATED:Call of Duty: Warzone Loses Another Pro Player As Vikkstar Quits Game Over Cheating...

Quick Links The 1.6 update ofStardew Valleyintroduces mastery levels, a new bonus you can get after maxing out all five skills.The one for the Foraging skillunlocks a new kind of tree seed, and that seed can eventually generateMystic Syrup, a useful crafting item used in a few end-game recipes. You get Mystic Syrupthe same way you get other kinds of tree sap. The main difference is how hard it is to get the Mystic Trees that generate it....

Summary Super Mario Bros. Wonder, surprising no one, is going to include some new power-ups. These new forms were announced and/or detailedin theSuper Mario Bros. WonderDirect. Super Mario Bros. Wonderwas first announced in the June 2023 Nintendo Direct and is poised to shake up Mario’s 2D outings as we know them, following seven years ofNew Super Mario Bros.adventures and a 10-year hiatus that followed. The art direction is new, the setting is new, and even Mario’s voice is new, followingCharles Martinet’s recent retirement from the role....