Summary The first-person shooter genre is perhaps one of the most popular in the gaming industry, with roots inclassic 90s shooterslikeDOOMandQuake. With the popular release ofCounter-Strike: Sourcein 2004, multiplayer first-person shooters became one of the most popular and competitive forms of video games. There has been an abundance of multiplayer first-person shooters over the last two decades, fromcompetitive experiences likeCounter-Strike: Global Offensive, to long-standing co-operative experiences likeLeft 4 Dead 2. These games represent some of the most timeless, influential, and most-supported multiplayer FPS games of all time....

As one of the “Big 3” shonen anime in the early 2000s, next toNarutoandOne Piece,Bleachwas rife with characters wielding massive swords and gaining wild power-ups. These would, of course, lend themselves nicely tosome impressive video games, placing that power squarely in the player’s hands. However, even as one of the most popular anime of the time, it seems that someBleachgames managed to make it past many fans' radars. Well, with the anime being in the middle of the Thousand-Year Blood War arc, now would be the perfect time for fans to catch up on the games they missed from this story that is nearly 2 decades old....

Slated to launch later this month on Xbox Series X and PC,The Mediumis the latest game from Bloober Team, the developer behind heralded horror titles such asLayers of Fear,Observer,andBlair Witch.Pitched as a huge new addition to Game Pass and a seminal horror experience to usher in the next generation, what fans ofThe Mediummight not know is that the game was originally intended to launch on the Xbox 360. Speaking on the upcoming release in an interview with Game Informer,The Medium’slead designer Wojciech Piejko and producer Jacek Zięba talked at length about the original plan for the game and how the technology needed for it shifted drastically over the years....

Blue Lock’scompetitive nature and death-game approach to its story wouldn’t work without a main lead who perfectly exemplifies what it’s like to go through the Blue Lock Project. Yoichi Isagi is a fitting protagonist for the role. Through his struggles and evolution as a character, he has managed to catch the eye of many audiences in the anime scene. It’s no wonder a lot of people are engaged with his character and personality....

Over the past two weeks,Borderlands 3players have been enjoying theBL3Farming Frenzy, which focuses on Rare Spawn and drop rates, as well as a Takedown at Maliwan’s Blacksite event that adds scaling to this challenging content. Indeed, these twoBorderlands 3events have renewed a number of players' interest in the title, and while they are set to officially conclude today, January 30, Gearbox Software has just announced that some aspects of these temporary offerings will now be made permanent....

Just one day afterDestiny 2players discovered a game-breaking glitchthat could threaten the World First raid race, another significant exploit was found and shared online. But while the former glitch didn’t result in anything being turned off, this latest one has. For the time being, one of the new Lost Sectors inDestiny 2, Veles Labyrinth, is not available in its Legend or Master variants, until Bungie can fix the exploit. The Lost Sector exploit allowedDestiny 2players to skip right to the end of the activity, sit safely back, and eliminate the boss with ease....

One fan ofCall of Duty: Warzonesaw a recent match take a turn for the worse after having an unlucky run-in with a trash-talking tram in the popular Battle Royale title, sharing a hilarious clip of the unexpected outcome online. Earlier this month, some players of the Infinity Ward and Raven Software shooter expressed their frustration withCall of Duty’s 4th of July bundledue to several of the included weapons seemingly being just minor tweaks to existing guns, and now it seems Vondel’s transportation is leading to frustration too....

Netflix’s 8-episodeThe Witcherseries is well worth watching for complete newcomers and longtime series fans. The show has spurred a renewed interest in both the books and the games, introducing many people to one of the best RPG series ever as well as volumes of great world building.Now is the best time to return toThe Witcher 3, long considered a must-play experience for anyone who enjoys a good story and RPG exploration....

DoomandDoom Eternalcomposer Mick Gordon has issued a lengthy statement regarding his ongoing issues with Bethesda over his treatment and work. The soundtrack for Id Software’sDoomreboot in 2016 was hailed as a glorious example of how heavy metal can elevate a video game experience. However, despite his prior achievements, Gordon’s return to composeDoom Eternal’s soundtrack was rife with controversy. Gordon is now exercising what he describes as his “right to defend” himself on the subject....

AlthoughThe Last of Us Part 1is a largely faithful remake of the original game, there are a plethora of subtle new details that offer players some more insight into the characters and the post-apocalyptic world they inhabit. These additions enrich and enhance the already-abundant lore of the original game. RELATED:The Last of Us: The Importance of Ellie’s Switchblade While some of these new details answer long-standing questions, others cleverly tie into the sequel....

Disney Dreamlight Valleyboasts an impressive collection of over 200 recipes, allowing players to unleash their culinary skills either in the comfort of their own kitchen or within the exquisite ambiance of Chez Remy while being observed by the beloved little chef. Each recipe is accompanied by a star rating, denoting its level of difficulty. Ranging from one to five stars, these ratings indicate the number of ingredients required, with one-star recipes simply calling for a single ingredient and the most challenging five-star recipes demanding five carefully selected components....

Disney Dreamlight Valleyis brimming with delightful cake recipes, including the beautiful Pear Upside-Down Cake with its adorable bird decoration. It’s a desert that’s exclusive to theA Rift in TimeExpansion, so you might wonderhow to make Pear Upside-Down CakeinDisney Dreamlight Valleyand what ingredients you’ll need. As a three-star dish, Pear Upside-Down Cake is also a handy recipe to have on hand if you’re looking to make somethree-star recipes inDisney Dreamlight Valley. While it might seem like an elaborate dish to put together, it’s not as tricky to make as it might seem and only requires a few ingredients....

After the release ofDragon Age: Originsin 2009, theDragon Ageseries became one of BioWare’s most critically lauded and beloved franchises. With three mainline releases, various awards, and a multimedia reach that encompasses comics, books, and board games,Dragon Ageis a popular fantasy RPG with a dedicated fanbase. Speculation was rife for years regarding the next installment in the series, news was sparse as other BioWare franchises pulled focus, andDragon Age 4languished in a seemingly stop-start development cycle....