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Summary Long before advancements in hardware and game engines made photo-realistic renders a possibility, the survival-horror genre practically lived and died based on its games' atmospheres. The genre’s rise to prominence during the 5th console generation on the PlayStation was essentially divided between two franchises, with Konami’sSilent Hilltaking the prize for the most unnerving atmosphere and sense of pervading dread overResident Evil’s action-leanings and campy B-movie vibe. As a franchise,Silent Hillhas continually placed importance on psychological horror and nerve-shattering tension over pure shock or jump scares, but few games in the series (if any) come close to matching the esoteric weirdness of the PS1 original....

How important is a film’s title in the modern day? It’s unlikely that any member of a modern audience is wandering up to their local multiplex and buying a ticket for whatever sounds cool. New films already have to struggle against all the big franchise pieces, so a title that fades quickly from memory could be fatal. Some films opt to be remembered for being comical, rather than being good....

There has been no shortage of clever ideas inAnimal Crossing: New Horizonssince the game released two years ago. Players continue to design and build creative pieces, sharing awesome creations that push what the game is capable of. One player has done just that inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons, making their own unique space on their island. While some are creating areas, some are replicating moments. One gamer going by the username milo6669recreated a Slipknot concert inAnimal Crossing: New Horizons, complete with thumping music and an energetic crowd....

Animal Crossing: New Horizonscontinues to capture the hearts of many players out there who enjoy living their life on their virtual island, even though the game came out a while ago. This is partly because the game is meant to be experienced daily until either the player is bored or they run out of things to do. RELATED:Hidden Secrets Many Still Haven’t Found In Animal Crossing: New Horizons But with the recent addition of theHappy Home ParadiseDLC, players have been given a whole new reason to come back to the game....

Summary Obsidian Entertainment’sAvowedis one of the most anticipated games of 2024, as fans of the developer’s past work, likeThe Outer WorldsandPillars of Eternity, eagerly await the release of the upcoming action RPG. Set in the Living Lands of Eora, the same fantasy universe asPillars of Eternity,Avowedaims to follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, including an emphasis on player choice. Avowedis shaping up to be a rather unique experience, even if it appears to be bringing some ofThe Outer Worlds' DNAalong for the ride....

TheBattlefield 6teasers are in full effect, as the officialBattlefieldTwitter account is beginning to hype up the reveal. While the latest teaser is intentionally cryptic,Battlefield 6fans are pointing out some interesting phrases and numbers from the image. The teaser was sent directly to YouTuber JackFrags, with the content creator surprised by the message being sent at all. Given other ARGs, it seems likely that other streamers and YouTubers will get messages like this, as this will likely be an ARG that leads up totheBattlefield 6reveal on June 9....

At E3 2019, publisher Tripwire Interactive anddeveloper Torn Banner Studios announcedthe development ofChivalry 2,the sequel toChivalry: Medieval Warfare.The multiplayer hack-and-slash games are inspired by the epic medieval battle scenes of Hollywood movies, pitting dozens of players against one another on chaotic, brutal, and often gory battlefields. Originally slated as aPlayStation 5 launch title, Torn Banner Studios announced in August 2020 thatChivalry 2would be delayed for an unspecified period of time. The postponed release date would give the developers the time necessary to fully realize their vision and makeChivalry 2the game they wanted it to be....

CD Projekt Red’sCyberpunk 2077has had its fair share of publicity since it launched in 2020. Most of the conversations around the game may have initially been fairly negative. However, in recent months, the team behind the epic sci-fi action RPG has managed to turn the tide and garner some more positive attention thanks to the work it’s put into bringing the game up to a level that fans are happy with....

Earlier this year,Dead Cellsannounced one of the biggest updates to the massively popular rogue metroidvania dubbedthe “Everyone is Here” update, coined from the tagline used famously bySuper Smash Bros. Ultimate. The update features characters and references to some of the most popular indie titles of recent years likeHollow KnightandGuacameleewith the games featured being slowly announced over the course of the year. Dead Cellswas first released by indie studio Motion Twin in August of 2018 and was an immediate hit with both fans and critics alike for its fast-paced gameplay combining many of the best elements of its contemporaries....

One ofDestiny 2’s biggest strengths is that it’s hard for the game to become stale, and that happens thanks to the many seasons that launch throughout a year, as well as annual expansions like last year’s Beyond Light and the upcoming The Witch Queen. This is not the only reason, however, but there is another important factor to seasons and yearly releases when it comes toDestiny 2, as the game often goes through big sandbox changes and several meta revolutions....

Destiny 2’s Halloween event, Festival of the Lost, is coming out today at the weekly reset. It will feature a returning activity, unique masks to earn, cosmetics to buy, and updated weapons to chase. Festival of the Lost usually takes place later in October, shortly after the release of the annual expansion. However, this year it has been pulled back a bit to coincide withSeason of Arrivalsdue to the delay ofDestiny 2: Beyond Light....

Hand cannons have always been the best suited to those that like to get into the thick of the action, trading high precision aim for some serious power. However, with such a large selection of weapons and classes, a lot of weapons are going to give the player a disappointing experience.Exotics narrow that field downto a much more exclusive and powerful group, giving players something to strive for. RELATED:The 10 Best Changes To Destiny 2 In 2020 Hawkmoon is one of the most devastating hand cannons to hit PvP, allowing players to relax a little and really put together their gameplay....

Disney Dreamlight Valley’s ‘Thrills and Frills’ update adds five cupcake recipes into the mix which are themed around different Disney characters. One of these delightful recipes is Stitch Cupcake, a cute dessert with adorable blue ears, just likeDisney Dreamlight Valley’s Stitch, complete with light blue frosting. If you’re a fan ofLilo & Stitch, you might be eager to learn how to make Stitch Cupcakes as fast as possible. Luckily, making Stitch Cupcakes isn’t as troublesome as the mess the adorable blue critter often gets into....