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EA is attempting to justify its reliance on live-service games, saying players want them so it’ll keep making them. Take a look atHelldivers 2below, it’s well worth a look. For better or worse, live-service is quickly becoming the norm, and it’s a point of controversy amongst players as many believe it’s an excuse from companies to release unfinished games for premium prices. This “release now, fix later" trend has sunk the potential of several titles like Ubisoft’sSkull and Bones, though EA seems to believe it’s exactly what gamers want....

Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtreelaunches in a few months time, so why not hone your soulslike skills with this overhaul mod so you’re ready for the challenge?WhileElden Ringis arguablyFromSoftware’smost accessible title to date, that doesn’t mean it’s easy. That being said, the game has been out for several years now, and whilethe DLCisn’t as far away as we once feared, the difficulty has certainly seen a decline as we’ve grown accustomed to the game and mastered our character builds....

It’s quite clear that this upcoming fantasy RPG is mining recent releases for inspiration with great results. Boasting a very unique visual style, plus a handful of gory elements, this could become a new favourite for many. Voinis, on the surface, a mashup of several games. There’s a bit ofSkyrimin there with the first-person fantasy combat; there areElden Ringvibes coming from the world surrounding the player; and finally a smattering ofDOOMin the brutal, demonic-looking enemies....

Fallout 4is a brilliant game already, however, its looks can leave a lot to be desired. It’s not that they’re terrible, just lacking polish; as is the Bethesda way. Thankfully, there’s a way to change that, and my oh my, does it look incredible.There are no end ofFallout4mods out there, all of which enhance the game in unique and differing ways – some are sprawling epics likeFallout: London, while others are smaller expansions....

A rumoured feature forFar Cry 7sounds like exactly what the franchise needs to be exciting again.TheFar Crygames are all fantastic in their own ways. WhileAssassin’s CreedisUbisoft’sflagship franchise, I’d argue Far Cry follows closely behind as the company’s next best IP. Unfortunately, the series has never really attempted to push the boat out in any memorable way, shown best throughFar Cry 6which was at its core just another Far Cry game.Take a look atFar Cry 6below....

The Ancients, also known as the Cetra, are a race of people who act as caretakers of the planet of Gaia, as seen inFinal Fantasy VII. In the original game, little was known about the Ancients aside from their connection to the lifestream within the planet. We’re first introduced to this race through Aerith Gainsborough who is the last of their kind.InFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth, more is known of the Cetra as they’re mentioned in planetology books and live on in legend....

There’s no denying the power of a brilliant RPG. Right now everyone seems to be talking about Final Fantasy and with good reason. Square Enix is currently working through a remake to one of the best RPGs of all time with huge success.Perhaps you’re a dual console owner and you’ve already finishedFinal Fantasy VII Rebirth; maybe you’re anXboxowner and find yourself pining over the thePlayStationexclusives ofFinal Fantasy VII Remakeand the newest in the trilogy,Final Fantasy VII Rebirth....

No shade towardsFallout 4– it’s a fantastic game. Nevertheless, when it comes to the franchise as a whole, we’d argue thatFallout 3is the better instalment. The only time that title is beaten is whenFallout: New Vegasenters the ring.It’s not always easy to return to the older games, though. Not because they’re inaccessible, but because their graphics take a lot of getting used to; we’ve been spoilt with contemporary games' looks. You could just persevere and deal with the inevitable eye strain, or you can playFallout3via its new-gen remaster....

There are plenty of reasons why Grand Theft Auto is so beloved, but it’s not always easy to explain to those who don’t play the games. Thankfully,GTA VIhas bestowed upon us a screenshot that perfectly conveys what makes this series one of the best; share it far and wide. Without a shadow of doubt, there are plenty of iconic moments in theGTA VItrailer that illustrates the supremacy of Rockstar Games' series....

The world of video gaming is a markedly contrasting experience for women when compared with men. It shouldn’t be, especially when so many women are gamers. Yet our inclusion in the gaming community is still treated like an open invitation to abuse, mock, and otherwise ruin the experience for us. Steps towards a more inclusive environment have been undertaken, however, it’s undeniably a mammoth task that will take a lot of dedication, patience, and grit; many trials and tribulations guard the door to equality....

Halo: Combat Evolvedhas been lovingly remade using Unreal Engine 5, and it looks like a completely different game.Unfortunately, the past few years have been rough forHalofans. Ever since the franchise shifted over to the control of 343 Industries, there’s been a huge divide in the community as to the direction the series needs to go to succeed. Some prefer innovation, whilst others prefer nostalgia, though in the end neither is happy....

It’s set to be an exciting year for fans ofHogwarts Legacy. For a game that’s proved to be so popular,Hogwarts Legacyhas been vastly underserved in terms of post release content. Despite originally launching in February of last year, very little new content has landed inHogwarts Legacy. There have, of course, been various patches relating to bug fixes but that’s not exactly what I’m getting at here. Of course, a brand new expansion would be the dream for fans but even seeing highly requested features land like a Photo Mode or extended version of Summoner’s Court and Crossed Wands would be a major win at this point....

Last year was a tale of two halves. It was one of the best years on record for game releases, yet one of the worst for those that create games. For quite some time now, the games industry has been experiencing mass layoffs - something that’s only gotten worse in these opening months of 2024.EA,Microsoft, andPlayStationare just a few of the companies to announce such measures - and it’s important that we show our support for these talented developers who find themselves in such difficult circumstances....