Spider-Man 2 Continues a Common Superhero Game Problem

Summary Marvel’s Spider-Man 2is a game that aims to fulfill the Spider-Man fantasy and, for the most part, it succeeds. However, the game isn’t perfect in this regard, with fans pointing out issues like theSpider-Men’s complete disregardfor their secret identities as being humorously immersion-breaking. There is another, less-discussed element of the game that can hurt the sense of plausibility and immersion, and this issue can be observed in a number of different superhero titles, like theBatman: Arkhamgames....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 623 words · Mia Velasquez MD

Star Wars: Why Did Anakin Build C-3PO?

WhenStar Warsfans came out in droves to seeThe Phantom Menaceway back 22 years ago in 1999 (yes, that was 22 years ago. Yes, this means everybody is old now), many took it as a fun little connection to find out that Anakin Skywalker himself actually built the sometimes hated and sometimes really hated protocol droid C-3PO. But why exactly did the young Force-sensitive wunderkind decide to createa whole entire artificial being, complete with a personality?...

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 553 words · Rebekah Santos

Star Wars: Why Was Count Dooku Such A Threat To The Jedi?

There are dozens of Jedi and Sith that can be considered to be some of the most dangerous Force users in the galaxy.One of the most feared Sithto ever pick up a lightsaber is Darth Tyranus, more commonly known as Count Dooku. He was a major antagonistic force throughout theStar Warsprequel trilogy of films and even more so inThe Clone Warstelevision series. His turn to the Dark Side shocked many of the Jedi and shook theStar Warsuniverse....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 933 words · Michael Wright

Stardew Valley: Crafting Guide

Crafting inStardew Valleyis a feature introduced to the player before they’re even out of the tutorial section of the game. Crafting items makes so many parts of the game easier, and whether players are more interested in making mayonnaise or crafting sprinklers to keep their plants watered, figuring out the crafting mechanic in the game is an absolute must. This guide will cover what exactly crafting is, as well as how to gain different crafting recipes and what those newly-acquired recipes need beforeStardew Valleyplayers can get crafting....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 505 words · Kristi Castillo

The Best JoJo Part Hasn’t Even Been Animated Yet

Hirohiko Araki’sJoJo’sBizarreAdventureis among the most well-known manga series in the entire world. Araki began working on the series in 1987, and he hasn’t stopped since. The series is divided into different parts, which makes each part unique and filled with new protagonists and villains that drive its narrative forward. The manga is adapted by David Production, and they have done an incredible job of making the anime enjoyable to watch for series veterans and newcomers alike....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 888 words · Megan Crane

The Best Overwatch Skin Concepts

Overwatchhas seen no shortage of excellent skins over the years, with the game’s heroes being given access to a vast array of stylish looks. FromSombra’s memorable face changer skinto lore-inspired designs such as the young Reinhardt outfit, the popular hero shooter boasts a great selection of cosmetics to choose from. However, some of the absolute best alternate looks for the game’s roster have not actually appeared in the game, nor are they made by Blizzard....

May 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1159 words · Taylor Hernandez

The Best Romances In NES Games

Summary The Nintendo Entertainment System is iconic for a variety of reasons. Not only did this console featurean abundance of revolutionary games, but it also started some new franchises that Nintendo fans still love and play today. It was first released in Japan in 1985 and the rest is history. From playing as two Italian plumbers inSuper Mario Bros.to saving Hyrule from GanoninThe Legend of Zelda, there was a game for everyone....

May 21, 2025 · 5 min · 1000 words · Kevin Evans

The Case For and Against Exo Zombies Returning in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare 2

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfarewas one of the most interesting entries in the entire franchise no matter which part of the game players look at. The campaign told a strong story that was only held back by its weak ending and Kevin Spacey’s involvement, which makes it difficult to return to. The multiplayer was instantly controversial due to the use of exosuits, as this led to large maps to accommodate the advanced movement....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 733 words · Ashley Elliott

The Case For BioShock 4 to Have Two Protagonists

Summary BioShockwas a significant title in gaming, marked by a more thematically mature story while providing a meta-commentary on the medium itself. It received two follow-ups,BioShock 2andBioShock: Infinite, and though neither was quite as well-received nor lauded as the original, the franchise has nevertheless been enshrined as one of gaming’s most revered. Naturally, fans expected aBioShock 4to materialize at some point, but afterInfinitein 2013, the series appeared to be on ice, and there was nonews about anotherBioShockfor quite a while after....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 820 words · Jodi Matthews

The Modern Family Pilot And Christopher Nolan's Dunkirk Share One Key Similarity

On first glance, it may not seem as though Christopher Nolan’s World War II epicDunkirkand the pilot episode of the ABC mockumentary seriesModern Familyhave anything in common. One isa visceral recreation of the horrors of war; the other is a lighthearted family sitcom. But they both use the same storytelling technique to keep the audience engaged with the characters from beginning to end. BothDunkirkand theModern Familypilot introduce three sets of unrelated characters and wait until the very end to reveal how they all connect to each other....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 817 words · James Kelley

The Sims 4: Dine Out

Simmers can live out their restaurant dreams withThe Sims 4: Dine OutGame pack. Game packs are smaller DLC content that adds fun gameplay, traits, and new systems toThe Sims 4base game.Dine Outgives Sims a new business they can customize and manage to their heart’s content. However, this comes with many challenges that Sims must consider to have a successful business. Related:Best Games Where You Can Run A Restaurant Restaurants inSims 4provide a fun experience for Sims, whether going for a date night, a banquet dinner, or a causal solo meal....

May 21, 2025 · 7 min · 1348 words · Charles Ramos

This Netflix Horror Adaptation Wastes Perfectly Good Source Material

After writing many sweet and romantic young adult novels, Stephanie Perkins turned to the horror genre, and her 2017 bookThere’s Someone Inside Your Houseis terrifying and well-written. Makani Young is living in Nebraska with her grandma after a horrible trauma that she is still dealing with. The Netflix movie adaptation was released on the streaming service in October 2021, and while some elements remain the same (most of the characters, the setting, and Makani’s difficult past), some major changes altered the meaning and tone of the story....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 789 words · Kristina Cameron

Tom Hiddleston Teases Loki Bringing Back Robert Downey Jr's Iron Man

Summary The following contains spoilers for the Loki season 2 finaleWith Marvel Studios' shockingly poignant Disney Plus seriesLokiseemingly reaching a rather satisfying conclusion only recently, some fans may be surprised to learn that its influence may open the door to Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man comeback. TheLokiseason 2 endingmay have left some fans in that characteristically confused state that only a time-traveling god story can invoke. But to those who followed, it became what may be one of the most well-executed character arcs in the entire MCU....

May 21, 2025 · 4 min · 672 words · Andrea Campbell