Summary Haunted Chocolatieris expected to evolve several ofStardew Valley’s core mechanics. Though not a direct sequel,Haunted Chocolatierplace in the life sim genreis defined by its connection toStardew Valley, via their shared creator Eric Barone, AKA ConcernedApe. As such, the two ostensibly share a number of important similarities, from their pixelated art styles to their NPC relationship mechanics. ButHaunted Chocolatieris shaping up to be a very different sort of game in other ways....

Just days after setting a new record for itself,Steamhas reached a new concurrent player record. The digital game distribution platform shows no signs of slowing down, despite competition from others. At one time,Steamwas just about the only digital distribution gaming platform out there, but at the moment, its biggest competitor is most likely Epic Games Store. The platform regularly releases free games for its players, but it doesn’t look like it’s going to dethrone Steam anytime soon....

Summary Following the disastrous launch ofThe Day Before, Fntastic may not have actually shut down, but rather re-branded itself as Eight Points. Merely four days after releasing its post-apocalyptic zombie shooter,Fntastic announced it was closing downits studio due to financial failure. WhenThe Day Beforewas initially announced, players were excited about the idea of an MMO survival game set in a zombie apocalypse, especially once Fntastic made the switch to Unreal Engine 5....

For over 25 years Rockstar Games has continued to expand its acclaimedGrand Theft Autoseries by pushing the boundaries of gameplay and good storytelling in games. As a result, recent entries in the franchise have received nearly as much praise for their narratives as for the open-world mayhem on offer. But as it continuesdevelopment onGrand Theft Auto 6, Rockstar should consider revisiting a narrative framework from the series’ past to help move the series forward....

There are quite a few ways in which people can distinguish the appearance of a Witcher in CD Projekt Red’sThe Witchergames. Unlike normal humans, Witchers possess cat-like eyes that area side-effect of the Mutations they undergo at a younger age. They also wear special medallions around their necks that denote which Witcher school they come from. But arguably the easiest way to tell whether someone is a Witcher or not is by the two swords strapped to their backs....

Summary While primarily a co-op game,Palworldis fully playable for solo players, but gamers must take some measures as the game becomes more difficult when experienced alone. Survival becomes harsher as players have no other companions to depend on and death is far more punishing. Players must take several precautions to improve their chances of success when fighting bosses and high-level pals. Playing optimally and using every possible advantage is essential to progressing to the end game....

TheTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2reboot has brought many things to the table for new and old fans alike. With the beautifully enhanced graphics and smoother controls, even the 90s ska is still as fresh in players' heads as it wasback in the good old days. However, one of the series' most defining mechanics is perhaps its fantastic combo system. RELATED:Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Remasters Canceled After Blizzard Merger As anyone who’s playedTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2will already know, combos are integral for the completion of the games....

As one of Twitch’s top streaming talents,Asmongoldhas become very familiar with being in the internet spotlight. From his early growth as one of the site’s topWorld of Warcraftstreamers to branching out into a variety of different games, Asmongold has cemented himself as one of Twitch’s most iconic creators. Asmongold has even been credited as playing a major part inFinal Fantasy 14’s spike in popularitylast year. Now, the streamer has found himself going viral for something completely unrelated to his gaming content....

Music is an integral part of the video game experience. While a game’s graphics or gameplay might be big draws for an audience, a quality soundtrack can provide an additional emotional layer to connect with fans. Themusic ofSuper Mario Galaxyresonates to this day thanks to tracks like Gusty Garden Galaxy. While the original tunes hold their own well, some musicians like to take game music and re-imagine it, like Alex Moukala who mashed togetherMarioandBloodbornestyles to great effect....

The following article contains spoilers forWhat If…?. What If…?’ssixth episode takes plenty of visual cues from bothIron ManandBlack Panther, yet in the latter’s case the references expand well into other human senses as the animated series repurposes parts of the movie’s award-winning musical score to enhance its overall experience. Besides anything related to the realm of special effects, theMCU’scomic book world really doesn’t get much recognition when award season rolls in, except forBlack Panther....

Summary World of Warcraftjust extended the duration of the Kalimdor Cup Dragonriding event by another week. This meansWorld of Warcraftplayers can fly these racecourses, and earn their accompanying rewards, until the release of Patch 10.1.7. The Kalimdor Cup is a limited-time Dragonriding event that began on August 15. Players can travel across most of the zones of theclassicWorld of Warcraftcontinentand participate in 16 Dragonriding races in their Normal, Advanced, and Reverse variations....

Best in Slot Beast Mastery Basics Beast Mastery Hunters were the champions of single-target DPS inBurning Crusade Classic. They topped the damage meters on many fights and were some of the best options available for dishing out damages. However, it came at a cost as they lacked the utility and buffs other classes provide. That shortcoming, alongside nerfs inClassic Wrath of the Lich King, represents a downswing for the effectiveness of the BM spec for Hunters....

Despite coming from a once very niche series,Yakuza: Like a Dragonis one of the most anticipated titles releasing in the holiday season of 2020, even up against the likes ofCyberpunk 2077andMarvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales. This is in part due to the series' increased popularity throughout 2020 thanks to the releases ofYakuza 0,Yakuza Kiwami, andYakuza Kiwami 2on PC and Xbox One, opening up the three earliest entries in the story to newcomers on Xbox Game Pass....