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Since its release in 2015,The Witcher 3: Wild Hunthas been praised as one of thebest RPGs of all time. The interesting characters, captivating world-building, lovingly crafted side-quests, and huge DLCs won over players internationally. In the six years since its launch,The Witcher 3has only increased in popularity, thanks in part to Netflix’s successful 2019 adaptation. Fans have speculated for years about what’s next; however, a fourth installment ofThe Witcherseries is likely years away and that’s probably for the best....

The use of DRM, or digital rights management, in video games has been a divisive topic for years. Some gamers feel that it shackles their ability to play titles they’ve purchased whenever and however they want, while others are indifferent to its presence one way or another.Publishers often use DRMbecause it provides at least temporary, and usually hackable, security against piracy. In June, Ubisoft inadvertently scored one for the anti-DRM team when it shut down the DRM servers forMight and Magic X – Legacy, a roleplaying game that released in 2014....

Recently, live service games, games that receive updates within a set schedule across various “seasons,” have become a major draw for developers, includingUbisoft. At E3,Ubisoftannounced the ever-growing catalog of its live service games, confirming the longevity of fan-favorite titles for many months and possibly years to come. Part of the draw for Ubisoft’s live games includes multiplayer elements, allowing players to engage with others and form a player base. The titles featured are games with dedicated, established communities, which brings good news to players who have invested many hours of progress....

Valheimforces players to scour a massive map for all the tools needed to survive in a harsh wilderness. This means players rely heavily on their inventory and managing it properly; but unfortunately for players, the currentValheiminventory system is not considered one of its best features. The massively popularValheimnot only is breaking concurrent player number records, but it also is bringing out the creativity of modders to improve the addicting game. While some mods focus on making the game silly, some modders have taken the time to create mods that make the game better....

Theflanderization tropeis when a character with a wide range of traits sees one of those traits become exaggerated to the point where it becomes their whole character. It’s named for Ned Flanders fromThe Simpsons, who first appeared as a gentle Christian neighbor to the family, and is now portrayed as an obsessively religious evangelist. Related:Video Game Characters Whose Pain Was Turned Into a Meme Video games are not immune to the trope, as there are several characters across all genres that have come to be defined by a single obvious trait, especially in long-running franchises....

This article contains spoilers forBlack Adam.By all accounts,Black Adamis shaping up to be the final nail in the coffin for the DC Extended Universe. Despite being hyped up as a game-changing epic by its star, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson — particularly for its post-credits cameo by Henry Cavill’s Superman — it’s been confirmed neither Johnson nor Cavill will be reprising their roles following James Gunn’s takeover of DC Studios, making the whole film feel like a waste of time for everyone involved....

Quick Links Balance Druidsmay not be a clear-cut top-tier DPS option inWorld of Warcraft: Dragonflight, but they’re still a great choice. Thanks to impressive damage output and the utility the Druid class is known for, they comfortable sit in the A tier on ourDPS tier list. Our best in slot guide will help you obtain the best gear Dragonflight has to offer and do the most damage you can. Weapons Balance Druid Best in Slot Stat Priority The most important factor to consider when obtaining new gear is your stat priority....

In 2005, Capcom went on to help once again redefine the survival horror genre withResident Evil 4. This game solidified theResident Evilfranchise as legendary and inspired many copycats. It almost feels too good to be improved upon, which contributes to the current discussion. RELATED:Biohazard: 5 Reasons Code Veronica Should Be The Next Resident Evil Remake (& 5 Reasons It Should Be RE4) Rumors are flying that Capcom is planning to update this title with a remake....

With Neil Druckmann now taking on even more responsibility withinNaughty Dog, the future of the studio is certainly bright. While all the studio’s games are crafted by a huge team full of great developers who deserve plenty of credit, recent releases have been elevated greatly byDruckmann’s writing and directing. As such, it is worth considering what games he is personally interested in making, and going with his top pick afterThe Last of Usis retired makes perfect sense....

When one thinks about the longest-running film franchises out there, their minds tend to go to things likeStar Wars. That makes sense since it premiered in 1977. However, one might overlook the fact that The Muppets released their first feature film way back in 1979 and are still making content today. RELATED:10 Hit Movies With Sequels That Flopped At The Box Office Of course, fans of the franchise haveplenty of television showsthat they can enjoy featuring the iconic characters....

Adopting a free-to-play, live-service approach, Blizzard has taken a pretty big risk withOverwatch 2, but that risk seems to have paid off already. Withmore players at its peak than the firstOverwatchhad in its entire life,Overwatch 2seems like a success already, but to retain that player-base Blizzard will need to keep serving out new content. It seems as though Blizzard has got the memo though, as the first trailer forOverwatch 2Season 2 has just dropped, teasing a slew of new content, from a new hero, to a new map, to a vast range of new and exciting skins....

Summary Assassin’s Creed Valhallais one of the biggest open-world games, not only inUbisoft’s popular action series but among all action RPGs ever created. The developers ensured players always had something to do inValhalla. The game features enormous locations, including Britain, Norway, Francia, and Ireland, alongside several mythical realms, tons of different loot to collect and upgrade, an array of exciting side quests and activities, and dozens of enemies to slay. This results inAssassin’s Creed Valhallabeingone of the best-selling gamesin the series to date, alongsideAssassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag....

Video game dogs are usually presented as loyal and unwavering companions. Their role will typically see them embarking on a journey alongside a game’s protagonist, but this isn’t the only purpose they serve. The presence of a dog will often grant the player a brief moment of normalcy in an otherwise otherworldly experience. RELATED:Strongest Animals In Animated Sitcom History Thoughthese adorable creaturescan sometimes display hostility toward a player, there is no denying the level of charm they can add to a game’s overall experience....