SomePokemon GOplayers can probably get away with entering a Tier 3 Battle Raid without too much prep, as long as they have enough friends along for the battle and aren’t worried aboutearning extra Premier Balls with damage bonuses. That said, players who do want to optimize their performance have some quick homework they can be before each battle. EachPokemon has its own strengths and weaknessesand part of preparing for an effective Battle Raid means studying those weaknesses and forming a respectable counter roster....

July 28, 2025 introduced the world toThe Sims, which is now one of the best-selling video games of all time. At the time of its release, it was hard to predict that a game about controlling other people’s lives would do so well, and now there are dedicated fans and players all over the world. With such a dedicated playerbase, it’s not surprising thatThe Simsfans want to band together to support the franchise and celebrate its “birthday....

Netflix’sRebel Moonteaser showcased Charlie Hunnam in what appears to be a green poncho with a hood, which could pass for Green Arrow if it wasn’t for the gun. Even so, the scene reminded some fans of a previous interaction between Zack Snyder and a particular fan who was excited about the possibility of Hunnam being cast as Green Arrow. Hunnam has been a popular fan cast for the DC Comics superhero for years, as there are unparalleled similarities between the actor and what Green Arrow looks like in the comics and animated adaptations, causing fans to assume that the director knew what he was doing when photographing Hunnam in a green hood for theNetflixteaser....

Despite its age, any news about remakes or rereleases ofResident Evil 4draws a lot of attention. Widely regarded as the best game in the series, fans are generally excited about any new way or new place to playResident Evil 4. After rumors of a VR remake of the iconic survival-horror shooter were confirmed, those same fans were excited about the prospect of playing through Leon’s journey to rescue the President’s daughter from a new perspective....

With the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine raging on, many members of the gaming industry have stepped up to raise funds for humanitarian efforts in the war-torn country.Humble Bundle’s “Stand for Ukraine” dealrecently capped off its endeavors to raise funds for several relief organizations putting efforts towards the wellbeing of those affected by the war, with the organization raising over $20 million. In addition, popular streamers like Asmongold have raised significant amounts for the relief effort as well....

Torsion Springs are exotic materials inSkull and Bonesthat players may need as they enter the late-game. The sources for this material are quite limited, though, and fans must target some very specific locations if they hope to obtain it. This guide is here to provide full details on those locations, and it will help players get their hands on Torsion Springs inSkull and Bones. Players can reveal the locations of blueprints andSkull and Bonesmaterialsby using the in-gamecodex....

Outrage surrounding the release of CD Projekt Red’sCyberpunk 2077has not gone undeserved, especially from would-be fans experiencing the rocky launch on current generation consoles. The sheer volume of negative press and player feedback has forced the hands of both Sony and Microsoft to offer full-refunds forCyberpunk 2077, though despite their accessibility, some refunders are still having trouble. Those most righteous in their displeasure with one of the year’s most anticipated releases have to be players running the game on their PS4 or Xbox One, as these versions are beleaguered by the brunt of the bugs circulating across social media as of late....

This article contains spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 2.Sonic the Hedgehog 2has been a resounding success, faring well in both box office performance and fan reception. And unsurprisingly, a third film in the series is already in the works. Details on the next Sonic movie may be sparse right now, but it’s clear from the second film’s post-credits scene that the fan-favorite character Shadow the Hedgehog will be making an appearance....

Star Warsfans everywhere have plenty of reason to celebrate as the highly anticipatedStar Wars Jedi: Survivoris finally out…unless those same fans happen to play on PC. In what is becoming an increasingly common scenario for AAA game releases, the PC port ofStar Wars Jedi: Survivoris poorly optimized and incapable of maintaining a consistent frame rate on even impressively powerful rigs with high-end CPU and GPU. Unfortunately forJedi: Survivorand other games that had PC ports launched in an abysmal state, the focus of the conversation on these games shifts from the actual quality of the gameplay to the issues people have while trying to play them....

Summary Star Wars: Ahsokamade one addition to the lead character’s skillset that has many fans upset at the series, sparking a wave of complaints on social media concerning the change. While technically being a spin-off of the live-actionStar WarsseriesThe Mandalorian, Dave Filonirevealed thatAhsokahas a link toStar Wars: Rebels, effectively continuing the overarching narrative of the animated universe that includesStar Wars: The Clone Wars,Tales of the Jedi,The Bad Batch,and more. Taking place after the dissolution of the Galactic Empire, the show gives fans a look at an older, wiser, and more powerful Ahsoka Tano than they got in theClone Wars, complete with a stronger connection to the Force than in her Jedi days....

Summary Update 1.6 forStardew Valleyadded tons of new content to the game, with one player encountering a rather depressing line of dialogue from Robin. Severalpatches forStardew ValleyUpdate 1.6have included even more additions to the beloved indie game, and fans have been sharing their unique and unexpected discoveries with fellow community members. First released in 2016,Stardew Valleyis a life-sim game featuring farming, foraging, fishing, mining, and crafting mechanics, alongside a wholesome story and lovable NPCs....

As expensive, open-world video games have become more commonplace for AAA developers all over the industry, Nintendo has begun adapting some of its signature franchises.The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wildwas the Wii U’s swan songand the Switch’s blockbuster introduction; turning Hyrule into a fully traversable open world that would inspire other games like miHoYo’sGenshin Impactand Ubisoft’sImmortals: Fenyx Rising. First-party Nintendo studio Game Freak has also announced its intent to broach the genre with next year’sPokemon Legends: Arceus, giving two of the biggest names in video gaming a foothold in open-world design....

Summary Talk to Mehas been one of the biggest horror hits of the year, and part of that success is due to a beautifully poetic, hauntingly ironic ending that brings the story full circle. Sophie Wilde stars as 17-year-old Mia, who has grown distant from her father while grieving her mother’s death by suicide. When she’s invited to a party where everyone is communicating with the spirit world via a magical embalmed hand, she unexpectedly discovers a way to speak to her mother from beyond the grave....