The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Gets New Details and a Teaser Trailer

Supposedly debuting next year, details onTheLord of the Rings: Gollumhas been somewhat brief, with Daedelic’s next-generation, stealth-adventure still remaining something of a mystery in the eyes of intriguedMiddle-Earth fans. Of course, they know the game will be coming to next-generation consoles in 2021 and feature an emphasis on moral-choice, but other than that, the studio has kept its cards relatively close to its chest. However, a new interview with IGN looks to change that, with the studio revealing lots Lord of the Ringsadaptation as well as unveiling a fresh look at the game through a cinematic teaser....

May 22, 2025 · 3 min · 491 words · Ashley Todd

Things That Made Duke Nukem So Popular

Summary Duke Nukemis a nineties icon that is still highly recognizable and revered to this very day. After a slew of stellar titles, the series was waiting for an official sequel that sadly didn’t live up to expectations after such a long wait. Even though fans are waiting for another mainlineDuke Nukemgame to appear, the love for this protagonist remains strong. Those not familiar with the franchise may not know exactly whyDuke Nukem, both the character and video game series, are so beloved, but there are a hefty number of reasons why that’s the case....

May 22, 2025 · 5 min · 888 words · Matthew Peters

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 Remaster May Have Fan-Favorite Feature

Perhaps the most exciting Summer Games Fest announcement thus far has been the upcomingTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2remaster that is set to launch this coming September. A lot of the information around it has been incredibly positive and well-received, with many fans ready for thenostalgia of the skating game. Notably, however, not everything has been revealed yet. It still a few months from release, and its marketing strategy still has a few things up in store forTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2....

May 22, 2025 · 2 min · 386 words · Nicole Nichols

Why MTV's Scream Series Is Better Than People Think

It makes sense that there’s often the desire to turn a beloved horror movie into a TV show. Horror is a genre that works well for television since there can be either be an anthology of several scary tales or the chance to tell a longer story over many episodes. SinceScreamhas been a popular horror franchise since the first movie was released in 1996, it’s no wonder that there was interest in adapting it for television as well....

May 22, 2025 · 4 min · 772 words · Steven Wright

Wonder Woman 1984 and James Bond Licensing Deals Hit Hard by COVID

The focus of COVID-19’s impact on the entertainment industry has been on the theatrical delays of tentpole projects, includingWonder Woman 1984and the 25thJames Bondfilm, and the consequences for exhibitors. However, the licensing deals tied to these projects have also been impacted by the pandemic and now studio executives have opened up about how they’ve adapted to the health crisis. As COVID-19 began to spread across the world at an increasing rate in March, studio executives began taking calls with concerned licensees including Mattel, Hasbro, Nike, andOld Navy....

May 22, 2025 · 3 min · 530 words · Tina Schmidt

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's Bokoblins are Getting Organized

The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomis only a few months away. With little information drip-fed by Nintendo over the years, fans have been going over each trailer put out with a fine-toothed comb. One feature that is instantly noticeable is the increase inenemy variety coming offBreath of the Wild.While it was always assumed that Bokoblins would make a return, they didn’t seem so intimidating before Ganon’s new strain of malice took effect....

May 22, 2025 · 3 min · 612 words · Kimberly Rose

10 Biggest Changes Between Nier Replicant And Gestalt

When it released back in 2010, the originalNieR– orNieR: Gestaltas it was known in Japan – gained something of a cult following among JRPG fans. It wasn’t that well-received by mainstream critics and was sometimes misinterpreted as a low-budget action-adventure game in the same vein as theGod of Warseries. RELATED:5 Things We Loved About NieR: Replicant (& 5 Things We Don’t) Yet, for players that stuck with it, they found a game that told a deep and emotional story that hit home with many players....

May 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1117 words · Tiffany Baker

10 School-Based Games To Play While Waiting For Hogwarts Legacy

Anopen-world role-playing gameset in J.K. Rowling’s wizarding school of Hogwarts has been on thetop of many gamer’s wishlistssince the books and films were first released. The idea of freely exploring the school’s halls, participating in classes, and interacting with classmates in the upcomingHogwarts Legacyhas captured the imagination of the gaming industry, putting an incredible amount of pressure on developer Avalanche Software. Possibly due to this weight of expectation, the game has been pushed back to 2022; there haven’t been too many complaints about this delay, however, likely due to the underwhelming release ofCyberpunk 2077still fresh in the mind....

May 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1072 words · Kevin Stevens

5 Norse Creatures That Valheim Should Add After the Ashlands Update

Summary Valheimis steeped in the engrossing tales of Norse mythology and Scandinavian folklore. However, there are some creatures yet to be included inValheim’s bestiary that would fit in perfectly. 2021’sValheimis still in early access but has already generated an immense amount of buzz. Part of this acclaim comes from its use of Norse mythology and wider Scandinavian folklore, something that will only be built on inValheim’s upcoming Ashlands update. These references range from Norse myth, such as with sea serpents and the Norse pantheon, as well as more contemporary Scandinavian references—such as how the various greydwarf enemies resemble the gray dwarves from the 1981 bookRonja rovardotter....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 598 words · Paul Logan

A New Kung Fu Panda Game Could be in the Works

Summary Coming off the heels of a brand-newKung Fu Pandamovie from Dreamworks, a video game adaptation is apparently in the works from an unknown developer/publisher, seemingly titledKung Fu Panda: The Warrior’s Gauntlet.There is currently no information about the game’s release, including what platforms it may be on, but previous video games based onDreamworksproperties have appeared on most current and last-gen consoles, so it seems likely for a cross-platform launch as well....

May 21, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Kathleen Oliver

A New Retro-Styled Mega Man X Game Could be Huge

Although it remains one of Capcom’s oldest, longest lasting, and most famous franchises, the attentionMega Manhas gotten in the past two decades has been a mixed bag. The second half of the 1980s andthe early 90s wereMega Man’s golden age, as the series became a staple of the Nintendo Entertainment System. By the timeMega Man 6came out, the format was getting old, but thankfully, Capcom had fresher plans in mind for the Super Nintendo withMega Man X....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Kelly Munoz

Animal Crossing: 10 Things Only True Fans Remember About Animal Crossing On The GameCube

Animal Crossingon the GameCube came out in 2002 and is one of the most beloved Nintendo games. The nostalgia of playing it on the GameCube system is undeniable and it still holds up as one of the best games for that console. RELATED:Animal Crossing New Horizons: 10 Best Studio Ghibli Designs (With Codes) There have been many updated versions of the game that were released for WII as well as the DS, the most popular one had to beNew Horizonson the Switch....

May 21, 2025 · 6 min · 1071 words · Kimberly Stephenson

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Is Getting a First 4 Figure Statue

Animal Crossing: New Horizons' Isabelle is receiving a brand-new high-quality statue, courtesy of popular video game merchandise creator First 4 Figures. The newest entry in Nintendo’s long-running life simulation franchise features a variety of colorful animal companions, both inhabiting the player’s village and helping them to run it. Players can meetNPCs like Tom Nook, Brewster, and Blathers within their village’s different facilities, while inviting any of a lineup of hundreds of villagers to move in....

May 21, 2025 · 3 min · 630 words · Frank Mills