Games time forgot: Tron 2.0

With all this hubbub about theteaser trailerforTr2n, the official sequel toTronand winner of the “insert a number in the most random place ever just to show it’s a sequel” award, I’m surprised more people haven’t mentioned the sequel toTronthat already exists. It’s clever, exciting and true to the original whilst also updating the graphics and ideas for a new age. It’sTron 2.0, and, as good as2 Tr2n 2 Furiousmight be, I honestly dunno if it’ll surpass Monolith’s incredible FPS....

June 25, 2025 · 6 min · 1136 words · Brandon Murray

Geralt of Rivia of Witcher fame confirmed for Soulcalibur VI

The subtle teasing is done Yeah this fits! Today Bandai Namco has confirmed that Geralt fromThe Witcherseries will indeed be a guest character inSoul Calibur VI. The trailer below shows him off to great aplomb, showcasing his skills and the fact that he slots in nicely with the rest of the demonic-tinted crew. CD Projekt Red notes that they’ve directly collaborated with Bandai Namco for this crossover to “faithfully recreate Geralt” with sharedWitcher 3assets....

June 25, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Cynthia Russell

Hardline 012: Sony’s virtual reality and big game delays

A laid-back discussion of this week in gaming On this episode of Hardline, I was reunited with my good friends Steven Hansen and Hamza Aziz for a lengthy chat about Sony entering the virtual-reality headset market ahead of rumors that an announcement will happen next week at GDC. Is this destined to be another peripheral the company eventually abandons? We’re worried that might be the case. Other points of discussion include theWitcher 3delay,DriveClubbeing a not-great racing game and going “back to the drawing board,” Xbox Live’s Games with Gold possibly improving down the road, the return ofFlappy Bird, and the arrival of the illusiveFrog Fractions 2....

June 25, 2025 · 1 min · 148 words · Tiffany Smith

Hollywood meets Hell: Megan Fox to read eulogies for Diablo 4’s fallen warriors

#DiabloDeaths Hollywood star Megan Fox is now starring in the newestDiablo IVcommercial. Instead of just asking players to buyDiablo IV, she’s asking them to die — in the game. She begins the video by saying “If there’s one thing I love, it’s the sight of blood. And inDiablo IV,there are rivers of it”. This alludes to Blizzard’s new campaign where Fox herself will be eulogizing the deaths of some players who use the hashtag #DiabloDeaths....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Nancy Morrison

How to become a Forensic Scientist in BitLife

BitLifehas hundreds of jobs you may pursue depending on your character’s work experience and education. While some careers require no previous experience or formal schooling, others, like forensic scientists, are more in-depth. Fortunately, you can land this job quickly if you know which university program to study. How to become a Forensic Scientist in BitLife Becoming a forensic scientist inBitLiferequires a university degree inCriminal Justice.Although other science-related degrees likebiologyandchemistryalso work, Criminal Justice is a surefire way to find a forensic scientist within the first year or two of completing your character’s post-secondary schooling....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Kenneth Ingram

How to disable Base Raids in Palworld

Players have begun to notice that with the ability to build intricate bases and cute pals running around,Palworldhas the potential to become a cozy game if you’re that way inclined. Base raids exist to disrupt the peace and tranquility, but there’s a way to turn these off and reallyup the cozy vibe. Base raids are, at a most basic level, a nuisance. Whether you’re having to deal with a few thirsty Lovanders or you’re fending off a group of Free Pal Alliance raiders, you have to drop everything and hope that your Pals don’t get injured in the attack and your buildings don’t get damaged....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 282 words · Brenda Goodman

How to enable Auto-Battle in Honkai Star Rail

Grinding fast Honkai Star RailAuto-Battle lets you fight enemies fast and grind for credits and materials. You only need one input for the battle to start moving quickly. However, keep in mind that you need the right team formation to win almost every time. With that being said, here’s how to enableHonkai Star Railauto-battle. How to unlock Auto-Battle in Honkai Star Rail To unlock this feature inHonkai Star Rail,you will need to proceed through the story....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Jonathan Heath

How to get and use the Storeroom Key in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

The Storeroom Key inElden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtreeis likely one of the two keys you can stumble on while traveling through Belurat, the Tower Settlement. But once you find out where to take it, you have one more mystery to solve. The Storeroom Key can easily be found on a corpse as you make your way through Belurat toward the boss fight. It’ll be hard to miss since the body is along the path....

June 25, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Tracy Mitchell

How to play multiplayer in Endless Dungeon

Endless Dungeon, developed by Amplitude Studios, is a thrilling strategic action tower defense game that takes you on a journey through waves of dangerous monsters. While you can play the game solo, playing with friends in multiplayer or co-op mode can enhance the experience and make it even more enjoyable. Here’s how to play multiplayer inEndless Dungeon. How to invite in Endless Dungeon To invite friends to join you inEndless Dungeon, follow these simple steps:...

June 25, 2025 · 1 min · 96 words · Christopher French

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle PS5 release date announced

Indiana Jones and the Great Circleis not just a great game, but a fantastic love letter to the iconic movie franchise. Troy Baker’s take on the whip-wielding adventurer goes the extra mile to make it feel like an authentic “Indy” experience. It’s a bit of a shame, therefore, that the game was exclusive to Microsoft (Xbox and PC). However, we’d already heard on the grapevine thatIndiana Jones and the Great Circlewas coming to PS5, and now we have a release date....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 303 words · Julie Baker

Is Pluto an Astro Boy prequel?

The anime adaptation of Naoki Urasawa’sPlutolaunched on Netflix this week. Many of the characters and plot lines strike similarities to Osamu Tezuka’sAstro Boyseries, but are they connected? The answer istechnically yes,Astro BoyandPlutoare connected. However,Plutoisnot a prequeltoAstro Boybut a retelling of Tezuka’s work. The Greatest Robot on Earth For context,Astro Boyis a manga by writer/illustrator Osamu Tezuka (Black Jack,Kimba the White Lion) that lasted from 1952 to 1968. It tells the story of Mighty Atom/Astro Boy, a robot child, who fights evil robots that threaten his human/robot world....

June 25, 2025 · 2 min · 310 words · Michael Fuller

Long-awaited action-plaftormer Iconoclasts hits PC, PS4, and Vita in January

For real this time The long and turbulent wait forIconoclastsis set to end (relatively) soon and I wasn’t sure this day would ever arrive. The eye-catching 2D action-adventure game fromNoitu Lovecreator Konjak is now slated to release on June 24, 2025 for PC, Mac, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation Vita.This is it. If you haven’t been tracking the game over the last several years, know that it’s gonna be great. See what I mean?...

June 25, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Dwayne Munoz

Lord of the Rings: War in the North soundtrack shall pass

We’vepreviewed it, Snowblind havetalked about it, and we even got to seea dwarf from it. Now, Warner Brothers Interactive and WaterTower Music have announced thatThe Lord of the Rings: War in the Northwill be getting its own soundtrack. Scheduled to launch on the same day as the game,The Lord of the Rings: War in the North – Original Video Game Scorewill be available on the same day as the game — November 1, November 2 and November 4 in North America, Australia and Europe respectively....

June 25, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Cynthia Leonard MD