A History of the Trackmania Series Before its 2023 Reboot

The video game industry has come a long way since its inception. As technology has advanced and the audience has grown wider, certain video game genres have either faded into distant memory or have become staples of the industry. The racing genre certainly belongs to the latter category, withracing sims, arcade racers, cart racers, and more all remaining just as popular today. Though it may not be the most well-known racing series,Trackmaniahas been around for the best part of two decades, and it’s about to make its return to consoles....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 552 words · James Graham

Alex Chen Should Feature in More Life Is Strange Games

There are certain expectations of everyLife is Strangegame. Real-world issues, agonizing choices, and charming places are all commonplace, but the protagonist always seems to change. From Max Caulfield to Sean Diaz, and evenChloe Price inBefore the Storm, they each have a different perspective on events that usually get out of hand quickly. Alex Chen is the most recent example, and her experience inLife is Strange: True Colorsis masterfully crafted, leaning on the familiar elements of past games while also developing the protagonist in compelling new ways....

July 29, 2025 · 4 min · 675 words · Mary Bass

Aliens: Fireteam's the Release Time?

Fans are cautiously optimistic aboutAliens: Fireteam Elite, Cold Iron Studio’s combat-heavy entry into theAlienfranchise. They have been burnt before by underwhelming, and deeply flawed titles like the infamousAliens: Colonial Marines. UnlikeAlien: Isolation, which focused more on the horror elements of the terrifying Xenomorphs,Aliens: Fireteam Elitewas created to fit more into the action mold, like the famous sci-fi franchise’s second film. Fans excited over this prospect don’t have long to wait now, and they can find out the exact release time and date for the third-person co-op shooter below....

July 29, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Cheryl Figueroa

Apex Legends Holo-Day Event Reveals Cosmetics, Limited-Time Mode

The 2019 Game Awards are in full swing and the reveals are continuing to roll in. Among the many surprise announcements, likeofficial reveal of the new Xbox Console,Apex Legends’own Mirage made an appearance to reveal some details about the game’s holiday event. Mirage announced that the event is now live and with it comes a new limited-time game mode and plenty of new cosmetics to further customize the many legends in the game....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 483 words · Joshua Burke

Apex Legends Reveals Customizable Artifacts, New Cosmetics, and More

Summary A trailer forApex Legendshas revealed new cosmetics, customizable artifacts, finishers, and much more. These additions come alongside Upheaval, the latest season ofApex Legends, which will introduce a new legend, fans' return of a long-requested limited time mode, and the reshaping of a map. Apex LegendsSeason 21, Upheaval, starts today. This season’s highlight is the addition ofAlter toApex Legends, a new villainous legend that uses void powers to assist allies and instill fear in enemies....

July 29, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Elizabeth Stone

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Wrath of the Druids(The Legend of St. Patrick)

There are number of trophies that players can earn as they make their way throughAssassin’sCreed Valhalla’s Wrath of the Druids DLC, and many of them will come quite easily. That said, there are a few Wrath of the Druids achievements that fans must pursue more actively, one of which is dubbed The Legend of St. Patrick. Indeed,Assassin’s Creed Valhallaplayers that want to earn this trophy must find and kill the only snake in Ireland, and this guide is here to assist with that endeavor....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Logan Miller

Best Overwatch 2 Streamers To Watch for Support-A-Streamer

Summary Overwatch 2has established a reputation for providing frequent opportunities to earn in-game rewards through eligible Twitch streams. Amidst the excitement of thelaunch ofOverwatch 2Season 8and the revitalized Support-A-Streamer event, the following Twitch streamers are worth keeping an eye on. Not only do these content creators showcase high-level gameplay, but they also foster positive and welcoming communities. Participating in the ongoing Support-A-Streamer event rewards players with an epic Bird of Paradise Echo skin....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Jasmin Johnson

Best Playable Donkey Kong Country Characters

Summary Donkey Kong is a true icon of gaming. While he may not be as famous as Mario or Link, theDonkey Kong Countryseries is still regarded as one of the best platforming franchises of all time, which has greatly helped the character’s popularity. However, while it’s true that the series has his name in the title, Donkey Kong isn’t the protagonist in every single game in the franchise, as there are many instances where there are other characters sharing the spotlight with him, and there are even some cases where he’s not in the game at all....

July 29, 2025 · 5 min · 932 words · Charles Martinez

Best Strategy Anime Games

Anime gamesare not only visually stunning and entertaining but can be just as challenging as any other sci-fi or fantasy-inspiredstrategy video games. JRPGs transport their players to uniquely designed worlds and immerse them in complex stories about warriors, monsters, gigantic robots, and all kinds of fascinating beings that were inspired by anime. Related:Great PlayStation Games Under $10 Anime fans can get to know new worlds and characters but can also explore the worlds of some of their favorite animes while stepping into the shoes of their favorite characters to defeat enemies....

July 29, 2025 · 5 min · 892 words · Troy Cooke

Biomutant Finally Gets A Release Date

Biomutant, an open world action RPG where players take control of a highly customizable anthropomorphic animal, was first revealed with animpressive Gamescom trailer back in 2017. While it was expected to launch within a couple of years of its announcement,Biomutant’s release date has eluded fans - until now, that is. Following an extended development process, theBiomutantrelease date has been confirmed for July 03, 2025. The release date announcement was made on the officialBiomutantTwitter account, where it was confirmed that the game would be coming to PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One....

July 29, 2025 · 2 min · 410 words · Kim Arroyo

Call of Duty: Warzone Clip Shows Hacker Being Killed By Another Cheater

Since its release in early 2020,Call of Duty: Warzonehas not only quickly becomeone of the biggest battle royales in gaming, but one of the most popular multiplayer games in general. Unfortunately, however, the beloved shooter has become overrun by cheaters. The most recent example of this is an almost comical video of one hacker getting killed by another. Activision has claimed it will do its best to put an end to cheaters in its shooter....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Mark Vasquez

Castlevania: Who is Leon Belmont?

The heroes ofCastlevaniadon’t have much in common before they set off to defeat Dracula together. Their most notable shared trait is their unique lineages. Sypha is the descendant of a nomadic sect that keeps history and magic alive through oral tradition. Alucard is Dracula’s son, carrying the immense power, responsibility, and guilt that implies. Trevor is the latest in a long line of Belmonts tasked with hunting Dracula. Leon was the first Belmont to dedicate the family to their purpose....

July 29, 2025 · 4 min · 781 words · Jesus Johnson

Comparing the New Mario vs. Donkey Kong Game to the 2004 Title

Summary Mario vs. Donkey Kong’s Switch remake is bringing its unique formula to modern audiences, and there are a few changes in its new incarnation. The game looks like it will be largely faithful to the original gameplay-wise, with many aspects looking lifted from the first game. However, since it has been nearly twenty years, it’s not surprising that a few things will have been updated for the Switch port.Mario vs....

July 29, 2025 · 3 min · 623 words · Renee Mendoza