Great Games That Would Have Been Better Without Online Multiplayer

Summary Some great games could have benefited from a lack of online multiplayer features. There are some incredible games that feature online multiplayer that takes away from some elements of the game and detract from what should be the main focus of its great single-player experience for the sake of an extended lifespan through online services. RELATED:Forgotten Open-World Games That Were Very Popular Whether it’s the time the developers put into the game by splitting the team to work on a multiplayer component, or just because the online multiplayer isn’t all that great, some of these games would have been better without online multiplayer, which could be telling considering some titles here actually have had their online services removed and retired....

July 23, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Dwayne Weaver

Horror Games That Use Players' Microphones

Horror films often derive their tension from protagonists needing to stay silent to avoid an untimely demise, and this is no different when it comes to horror games. Utilizing players' microphones as a central game mechanic is a relatively recent phenomenon, but an increasingly popular one nonetheless. The followinghorror games use players' microphonesnot only for in-game chat but as an actual control. Whether players are advised not to make a noise for fear of something untoward hearing them, or to use sound to aid their adventure, one thing is for certain; these games will provide immersive experiences that bring the game to life as the player becomes part of the narrative....

July 23, 2025 · 6 min · 1145 words · Kelly Roberts

In Defense of The Next Battlefield's Live-Service Approach

Summary TheBattlefieldfranchise has missed nearly all the shots it’s taken in the last few years, withBattlefield5andBattlefield 2042both being pretty severe disappointments, at least when they first launched. It’s going to take something pretty colossal to bring the series' once-stellar public perception back, and based on recent comments from EA’s CEO, the nextBattlefieldgame might not be the big gesture that fans were hoping for. Just a few days ago,EA’s CEO Andrew Wilsonmade a few sweeping statements about the next entry in theBattlefieldfranchise, which is currently being worked on by a cavalcade of talented studios....

July 23, 2025 · 4 min · 701 words · Jeffrey Cooper

Infection Free Zone Tips and Tricks for Beginners

Infection Free Zoneis a game where you take on the role of the leader of a small group of peoplesurviving in a zombie apocalypse world. There you will have to deal with different challenges, and they may be difficult for you as a new player. So, this guide will provide you with some tips and tricks for beginners inInfection Free Zone. Tips and Tricks for Beginners in Infection Free Zone Of course, games likeInfection Free Zonecan be difficult to understand, especially if you don’tplay survival-strategiesthat often....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 531 words · Robert Rice

Injustice 2 Devs Apologize for Pride Month Event

It’s Pride Month, which means various video games are showing their support for the LGBTQ community through special in-game events and promotions. TheInjustice 2mobile game attempted to celebrate Pride through a special event where it bizarrely rewarded players for repeatedly beating up one of the game’s LGBTQ characters,Poison Ivy. This resulted in some backlash online and has now seen the developers issue an apology. The officialInjustice 2mobile Twitter account has characterized its Global Challenge as “insensitive and inappropriate....

July 23, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Mike Patrick

Jujutsu Kaisen: Abilities That Aren't Domain Expansion

Domain Expansions are known to be some of the most powerful abilitiesin the world ofJujutsu Kaisen.These powers are incredibly difficult to defend against and, at the same time, only a handful of users can make use of Domain Expansion. RELATED:Jujutsu Kaisen: The Best Supporting Characters, Ranked While they are certainly at the top of the very strongest abilities in the series, there are other powers that are known to be quite special in their own way....

July 23, 2025 · 5 min · 909 words · Joseph Lewis

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth-Star Weapons (All Base Weapon Locations)

The top-tier, ultimate weapons inLike a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, previously known as EX weapons inYakuza: Like a Dragon, are 7-star quality weapons that can be acquired only through crafting at Julie’s Gearworks. To unlock the recipes for these weapons, players must upgrade the Gearworks to its highest level, Level Four, achieved through crafting or investing in it financially. Crafting each of these weapons requires specific materials, including a variety of different Crystals along with unique items including Shark Fin, Squid Tentacles, andEmpty Cough Drop Tins....

July 23, 2025 · 12 min · 2370 words · Paul Johnson

Madden NFL 24: Best Offensive Playbooks

Offensive playbooks are vastly underestimated inMadden NFL 24. Certain plays simply work better than others in almost every situation. For example, running plays of the same name can have wide receivers blocking or fullbacks and tight ends blocking. Obviously, the latter personnel is superior for blocking. RELATED:Forgotten Unusual Sports Games Additionally, there are passing plays where the receivers dart to the sidelines too quickly and then wait there, not only making their route almost useless but having them jam up an outside lane....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Robert Munoz

Minecraft Image Shows How Massive The End Actually Is

Summary AMinecraftplayer showed off how vast and deep the zone known simply as The End can be, and shared a sample of what they found on social media with other players. In response, otherMinecraftplayers shared stories of their endeavors in The End and debated just how vast The End was in their worlds. True to its name, The End is the final biome thatMinecraftplayers will usually explore in a single-player Survival file, and is required for completing the game....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 424 words · Shaun Bennett

Nintendo Black Friday Sales Prices Revealed

Nintendo fans looking forward toBlack Fridaysales this year can start making plans early, as Nintendo has officially revealed its line-up of discounts and deals for the holiday season. Sales prices for theBlack FridayNintendo Switch bundle, Nintendo Joy-Con controllers, the Poke Ball accessory controller, and almost 10 different Nintendo Switch games were revealed. Nintendo’s Black Friday sales start to roll out on November 27, so holiday shoppers should plan their schedules accordingly....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Kevin Garza

Nintendo Summer Game Sale Offers Up to 50% Discount on Huge Switch Games

Nintendo is currently hosting a Summer Game Sale that offers huge discounts on some of thebiggest games for the Nintendo Switch.Now, players who are in the market for a new Switch game should know that Nintendo’s Summer Game Sale offers up to 50% discount on selected games and all the deals will be available until June 06, 2025. Headlining Nintendo’s Sale isDragon Quest 11 S: Echoes of an Elusive Age - Definitive Edition, which is available for $41....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Sandra Mason

One Piece: Why Kaido Might Never Get An Awakening

Kaidohas been hyped up to be the ultimate adversary for Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates since the very beginning of their adventure in the New World. As one of the Yonko of the Seas,Kaido is an incredibly powerful piratewho is also regarded as the World’s Strongest Creature and, at the same time, the mightiest pirate alive. In the Wano Country arc, fans saw what he was capable of for the very first time, and it goes without saying that he lived up to the expectations that were set for him....

July 23, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Colin Payne

Ori and the Will of the Wisps Has Gone Gold

Moon Studios' upcomingOri and the Will of the Wispshas hit a major milestone in its development: the game has officially gone gold, also meaning that it’s on track for its March release date.Ori and the Will of the Wisps’developer made its big announcement over Twitter while showing off the game’s shiny collector’s edition, which is up for pre-order now. Ori and the Will of the Wispsis coming exactly five years after the release of its predecessorOri and the Blind Forest, which was met with massive amounts of praise upon its release....

July 23, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Joseph Brown