Mafia 4 official trailer confirms game isn't set in America

The next installment in the Mafia franchise has finally been shown and it will be abandoning America in order to go back to the roots of the mafia. Titled,Mafia: The Old Country, the series will explore the origins of organised crime as it developed in Sicily in the early 1900s. Mafia: The Old Countrywill be released next year and take us away from America There was no gameplay shown in the trailer that was unveiled at Opening Night Live from Gamescom, but we did see lots of gorgeous shots that hint at what’s to come....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 286 words · Patricia Jordan

Marvel fans heartbroken as Avengers 5 quietly cuts fan-favourite hero

One of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s best heroes is being subtly swept under the rug, and fans are devastated. While many would say the currentMarvelfilms have taken a nose-dive in terms of quality, evenDeadpool & Wolverinetook a jab at it, there have been some banging additions to the franchise followingAvengers: Endgame. Do you thinkCaptain America: Brave New Worldwill be one of those additions? Decide for yourself with the trailer below...

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 279 words · William Thomas

Marvel officially teases our new Deadpool, is killing off the OG

Deadpool is dead, long live Deadpool. Well, Wade Wilson as Deadpool is dead, or will be very soon, and a new Deadpool will fill his shoes. Marvel has long been teasing us that Deadpool, usually unkillable, is going to die. This is because of a villain called Death Grip. Batman is back in Arkham in a new game on its way to Meta Quest 3 Advert Advert Typical comic book stuff, really....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 244 words · Shawna Willis

Marvel shares first look at our new Venom

Although we think we know what this iconic character looks like, all that is about to change now that Marvel has given us a peek at the new Venom.Marvelfans may be predominately focused on thecasting ofSpider-Man 4’s villain, but other important updates are also worthy of note.One of which is our first look at this new (and maybe improved?) Venom.AdvertIn the upcoming issue ofVenom War, father and son will battle it out to claim the Venom title....

August 21, 2024 · 7 min · 1363 words · Michael Jimenez

Marvel's Robert Downey Jr. explains why he's returning as Doom (besides the money)

Robert Downey Jr. recently joined The Hollywood Reporter’s podcast “Awards Chatter” to discuss his recent work, including his Emmy-nominated role in Park Chan-wook’sThe Sympathizer(which is incredible and well worth a watch if you haven’t seen it) and his role in Christopher Nolan’s filmOppenheimer.Of course, in light of recent news that RDJ will be starring as theMarvelvillain Victor Von Doom in the upcomingDisneyfilmAvengers: Doomsday, the hosts also took the opportunity to pry about his latest casting announcement (big shout out in advance toDavid Thompson at The Directfor transcribing the quotes)As RDJ explains, the idea for his return came from Kevin Feige himself following a meeting that RDJ wanted to have with Disney’s managing director (and Nick Mason’s father) Bob Iger....

August 21, 2024 · 6 min · 1203 words · Kyle Acevedo

Metal Gear Solid fans stunned by photorealistic new Unreal Engine 5 game that'll blow your mind

It takes quite a bit to impress the Metal Gear Solid fandom, yet this Unreal Engine 5 title appears to have done just that.Although a newMetal Gear Solidgame is coming, updates regarding its progress aren’t readily available.Since the newMetal Gear Solid: Snake Eatertrailer dropped, news has been few and far between.AdvertUnderstandably, fans are looking for alternate ways to entertain themselves, and they may have just found it in this mind-blowingUnreal Engine5 experience....

August 21, 2024 · 6 min · 1175 words · Brandon Mendoza

Nintendo Switch users surprised with ton of new freebies you can claim now

Nintendo is continuing to reward its Switch players with free downloads and it shows no signs of stopping with this exciting new collection. Over the past few months,Nintendohas been regularly offering itsNintendo Switchplayer base the chance to get their hands on some exciting free downloads. Check out a trailer fromSplatoon 3below! Dropping in the form of cosmetics including profile icons, frames and backgrounds, Nintendo has celebrated all its franchises includingMario,Animal CrossingandNintendo Switch Sports....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 268 words · Tyler Solis

PlayStation gamers surprised with free August download, no PS Plus needed

PlayStation is rewarding players with a cosy reward for playing some of its cosiest games, don’t miss out. Borderlands 4was announced during last night’s Gamescom Opening Night Live! Check it out below The games you’re tasked with playing include high-stakes competitive shooters, farming-sim titles, the latestPlayStation Plusadditions and many more. Advert Advert This time around though it’s the cosy games that are getting their time to shine, those titles that you can stick on after a long day of work to wind down and relax from a busy day....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 256 words · Laura Hicks

PlayStation gamers warned they've last chance to grab 11 free games

PlayStation Plus subscribers have weeks to play 11 solid titles before they’re removed from the service for good. Mafia: The Old Countrywas announced during last night’s Gamescom showcase! Check out the brief cinematic trailer below Advert Advert The 11 games on their way out in September are: -Horizon Forbidden West -Midnight Suns -Alien Isolation Advert Advert -Cloudpunk -NieR Replicant -Spiritfarer -Star Ocean The Divine Force / Integrity and Faithlessness / Till the End of Time / First Departure R / The Last Hope...

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 269 words · Mrs. Victoria Dunn

PlayStation Plus free games lineup for September slammed by frustrated subscribers

September is going to be a sad month for PlayStation Plus subscribers, as 11 games are leaving the service, some of which will surprise you.It’s not a surprise that services likePlayStation PlusandXbox Game Passhave to lose a few games every now and then, but it sure as hell stings when they do, especially if you’re actually interested in playing them one day.Check out last night’sBorderlands 4reveal trailer!Unfortunately that’s just the way the cookie crumbles, so check out what games are leaving Sony’s subscription service in September below....

August 21, 2024 · 6 min · 1203 words · Melvin Tanner

Red Dead Redemption 2 players stunned by how old Micah was when he died

Micah fromRed Dead Redemption 2is easily considered as one of the most hated characters in gaming history. However, a recent discovery has revealed that the corrupt gunslinger was actually a lot younger than players originally thought. Check out the trailer forRed Dead Redemption 2below! I guess a life of betraying your friends does no favours for your skin, huh? Advert Advert It has been almost six years sinceRed Dead Redemption 2was first released and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 278 words · David Rose

Red Dead Redemption 2's Strange Man has a horrifying cameo we all missed

Red Dead Redemption 2has its fair share of mysteries and none more so than the Strange Man who featured in both the 2018 entry and its predecessor. Not much is known aboutRed Dead’sStrange Man, other than that he is strange and a man. Who would have guessed it? Check out the trailer forRed Dead Redemption 2below! He appears frequently to both John and Arthur and although the player does not learn much about him, he seems to know a lot about our gunslingers....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 243 words · Alicia Norris

Star Wars fans divided over Darth Plagueis' return

Star Wars fans are uncertain of their feelings about Darth Plagueis’ return in light of a recent announcement. When areStar Warsfans ever in agreement, right? It’s fair to say that the fandom, being as vast as it is, hardly ever agrees on big reveals. Advert Advert Still, this disagreement is not solely their fault. After waiting for news of a second series ofThe Acolyte, it arrived, though not in the way we’d hoped....

August 21, 2024 · 2 min · 357 words · Michaela Baker