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Mmmmm… Brains. No, I’m not just some random cannibal, looking for his next fix. Though it has been “all the rage,” for quite some time, it’s felt like forever since you could say that zombies were anywhere near the crutch they were in the mid-to-late 2000s. In that era, it felt like damn-near every title had an undead appearance. But there was one thing missing: an actual zombie protagonist. In enters Wideload Games, answering this siren’s call with the brain-munching monstrosity know as Stubbs the Zombie....

Super Smash Bros. turned 20 in 2019, a major milestone for Nintendo’s premier fighting series that brings together many of the company’s most famous characters as well as a group of unlikely guests. In fact, the series boasts a roster of over 70 fighters, from Mario and Link to Bayonetta and Solid Snake. With so many characters to choose from, the question must be asked: who is the best fighter in the series?...

Love Sonic games? Spent all your lunch money already? Well not to worry, because in celebration of the birth of one of the foremost gaming icons in history and his American debut on the Sega Genesis back in 1991, Sega of America is having a sale on all of it’s downloadable Sonic the Hedgehog games and DLC. The sales dates differ from system to system, but the prices are dropping down to the 3-5 dollar range, so it’s not something you want to miss out on!...

This Supergirl review contains spoilers. Supergirl Season 5, Episode 2 J’onn J’onzz may be ready to let go of the past, but the past is not ready to let go of J’onn J’onzz. While we spent time with Malefic, J’onn’s brother, in the season premiere, it’s “Stranger Beside Me” that starts to truly delve into what his surprise return might mean, and it’s nothing good for J’onn and family he has built on Earth....

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick called recent comments tying mass shootings to video games both irresponsible and disrespectful to victims and their families. Zelnick was asked to comment on comments from US President Donald Trump and other members of the Republican party. Trump and company chose to blame a recent mass shooting on video games and entertainment’s encouragement of a “culture of violence.” Zelnick dismissed the idea, noting that entertainment is consumed worldwide, but gun violence is “uniquely American....

Temtem has come a long way from where it was during its launch in Early Access. Once a smaller title that people mostly saw as an indie version of Pokémon, it has grown into a game with a thriving social space and a swath of fans who swear by its gameplay. This is all before the game has even officially launched in earnest, and before massive chunks of content related to the endgame have been made available to players....

Terraria is the first game on Steam to cross a million reviews and maintain an Overwhelmingly Positive status. The game has received 1,000,308 reviews, 97.86 percent of which are positive, and has an overall rating of 97.11 percent. Overwhelmingly Positive games are those with a rating of over 95 percent and at least 500 reviews. Watch on YouTube Everything New in Terraria 1.4.4 Garry’s Mod is also close to achieving this feat, with almost 900,000 reviews and a rating of 95....

Yesterday, an unofficial video showing the first thirty minutes of Crysis 2 was released, giving gamers a spoiler-heavy look into how the game starts, along with a bit of the intrigue surrounding the story. As it turns out, the story isn’t just about an alien invasion in New York City. Okay, that might have been a spoiler too, but aren’t you interested? Crytek has released another line of videos entitled “The Crysis 2 Experience” with this particular installment called “Road Rage,” countering their “Multiplayer Progression” series of videos....

Key Points Mayhem in Monsterland has since been praised for its similarity to Sonic the Hedgehog, and for bringing console gameplay to the Commodore 64.Before there was Fallout, there was Electronic Art’s Wasteland released in 1988. An RPG in a postapocalyptic setting, its variety of locations and characters earned it rave reviews and a spot in the hearts of fans around the globe.Impossible Mission (1984), reminiscent of a similarly named blockbuster, this game sees you playing the role of a spy who must scupper the plans of an evil mastermind....

Sandbox games are a great way to relax and unwind. They are typically open-world, have variety in gameplay, and offer plenty of freedom. There is something simple and relaxing about running around and exploring your surroundings. © iStock.com/Avid Photographer. Travel the world to capture moments and beautiful photos. Sony Alpha User While sandbox games have been around for decades, the last few years have seen impressive changes that make these games even better than ever before....

Key Facts Easter eggs, a plethora of villains and a unique representation of New York, make Marvel’s Spider-Man one of the console’s best games. Perfect graphics and fight mechanics also add to its appeal.Set in post-apocalyptic Oregon, Days Gone features menacing zombie hordes, excellent graphics, and expansive landscapes.Fallout 4 provides a truly immense world which can be foraged for resources, the opportunity to craft weapons, and an engaging combat system. The PlayStation 4 has tons of great games available, but some of the best are sandbox games....

Developer Illusion Ray Studio has launched a Kickstarter for a new horror and thriller called The Beast Inside. This game follows CIA cryptanalyst Adam who decides it would a great idea to move with his wife Emma to the woods so he can alter the course of the Cold War. Adam decides to hunt around in the attic only to find a diary of a character called Nicolas that lived more than a hundred years ago....

The arrival of Call of Duty: Vanguard saw a new campaign, multiplayer maps and modes, and the continuation of the dark aether narrative in Zombies. Since launch, Sledgehammer Games has rolled out regular updates. Recently, Shipment was added into the mix, allowing fans to get into the action on a classic multiplayer map. Currently, Vanguard has three sniper rifles for you to choose from. One weapon that belongs in this category is the Type 99....

April 2022 is coming to a close, and while it might not have been as jam-packed with AAA releases as the January through March has been this year, that doesn’t mean there weren’t some top-tier games to play through in your downtime. So, it’s time to bid April farewell and take a look at the best games the month brought us. LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Best Games of April 2022 LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is quite possibly the best LEGO game you can play right now, and packs in some serious value for its price tag....

It’s Friday! Or is it? Time is a social construct, so I could tell you it’s Wednesday today, and how could you prove me wrong? It’s Friday because it’s the fifth day this week, but when did this week start? Can’t prove that either, I’m afraid. Well, the calendar in the bottom right corner of the monitor says it’s Friday. Who told the computer that it’s Friday? Anyone could change that display in the settings....

If you’ve ever wanted to play as a cat whose sole purpose in life is to eat dumplings - and why wouldn’t you - now is your chance. The Big Journey, which was originally released on mobile devices and PC, is now available on the Nintendo Switch. While The Big Journey may not be the most groundbreaking indie title out there, the game provides a satisfyingly calm experience that is perfect for unwinding after a long day....

Anthology horror series have made a comeback in recent years, and we’ve been a little spoiled when it comes to spooky tales. Black Mirror, American Horror Story, and the newest Twilight Zone reboot are all prime examples of horror anthologies that have given fans a bevy of standalone fright fests to keep them up at night. Up until now, there hasn’t really been an equivalent of this in the gaming world....

Humble is dishing out another free game today and it’s available for the next 48 hours. The Darkness 2 is today’s selection. If you’ve not played The Darkness or this sequel, it’s based on the comic series from Top Cow Productions and was developed by Digital Extremes now of Warframe fame. The Darkness 2 was released back in 2012 and was the follow-up to Starbreeze’s original release. Fun fact for rock fans, Mike Patton of Faith No More fame is the voice of The Darkness....

The developers behind The Division 2 casually let slip the existence of an open beta for the game yesterday. In the hours proceeding the confirmation, we’ve been waiting to hear just when the open beta will in fact be available. Earlier today, Ubisoft announced that the open beta will be available beginning on March 1. It’s unknown if the open beta slip was even actually a mistake of a loose tongue....

Fighting games have a reputation for being hard to get into for newcomers. It is often seen as one of the more obtuse genres. Personally, I don’t feel it is any more or less difficult to get into than any other competitive esport (I will never understand what is happening in a match of League of Legends). Despite this, community members over the years have gone to great lengths to help newer players transition into the world of digital fisticuffs....