League Of Legends: Champions Who Have Had Their Backstory Retconned

League of Legendsis a game and franchise that has been around for quite a long time. Originally released in late 2009, Riot Games has since updated the game countless times, added over a hundred playable characters, developed other games within the same universe (which will all soon be on Xbox Game Pass), and so much more. Throughout all these changes, it only makes sense that the lore of certain Champions would become outdated or need reworking....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1177 words · Lisa Foster

Lord Of The Rings: Things Only Book Readers Know About Elendil

The downfall of Numenor was one of the most devastating events in Tolkien’s lore, reminiscent of the Biblical expulsion from paradise or popular legends like the fall and loss of Atlantis. By the time ofThe HobbitandThe Lord of the Ringstrilogy, Numenor had long sunk beneath the waves, but some of the humans that lived there escaped the Downfall. It was only because of Elendil, one of the most respected and powerful leaders in Numenor, that a few survivors of the doomed continent were able to escape the destruction of their kingdom and establish a new one in Middle-Earth....

June 28, 2025 · 5 min · 906 words · Robert Martinez

Minecraft: How To Get And Duplicate Netherite Smithing Template

Netherite pieces are the pinnacle of endgame gear inMinecraft. Using aNetherite Upgrade Smithing Template, Diamonds, and Netherrack blocks, the player can upgrade all armor pieces, tools, and the sword to Netherite. To acquire this superior gear, players must spend time in the Nether, specifically exploring bastion remnants. Here’s how players can get their hands on Netherite Upgrade Smithing Templates to craft Netherite gear inMinecraft. Where To Find Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template TheNetherite Upgrade Smithing Templatecan be found exclusively inbastion remnantsinthe Nether biome....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 557 words · Alejandro Thompson

Modern Warfare 3 Zombies: How Does The Tombstone Work?

Quick Links Perk-A-Colas are among the most sought-after items inModern Warfare 3due to their powerful abilities.Players who consume any flavor of Perk-A-Cola, such as Speed Cola or Juggernog, gain unique powers that give them an advantage on the battlefield. Some perks make players sprint faster, which is useful on larger maps, while others boost reload speeds. Despite what it offers, the Tombstone Perk is among the most underrated Perk-A-Colas inModern Warfare 3zombies....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 322 words · Karen Reynolds

Netflix's Horror Anime 'Trese' Delivers Incredible Debut

Netflix’s adaptation of the anticipated supernatural horror animeTresedebuted on June 11 and viewers have not been disappointed. Filled with noir-esque cityscapes, bloody crime scenes, and mutated monsters the series undertakes the exhilarating paranormal dystopia of Manila reminiscent ofother thriller-based anime showssuch asDeath NoteandIncompetent Villain. The anime is based on a graphic novel series by award-winning Filipino writers Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. After gaining immense popularity over the past decade, Netflix announced an adaption show in 2018, followed by a trailer released on May 22nd and a subsequent five-minute-long trailer on June 10th teasing fans....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Candice Sims

Ni No Kuni: Cross Worlds – The Best Witch Build

In the world ofNi no Kuni: Cross Worlds, theWitchis an elegant perfectionist spellcaster who settles for no less than ultimate grace with her craft. While the Witch seems like a stylish person in the real world, she transforms in theNi no Kuniworld as a formidable magic-user. For fans who want to use the Witch in the latestNi no Kunigame, they may need to regard her as the frontline magic-based damager in the game....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 412 words · Raymond Powell

Nier Replicant's Success Could Set Up Drakengard Remakes

Following the massive success ofNieR Automata,Square Enix decided to remaster its prequel asNieR Replicant ver.1.22474487139…with an overhauled combat system, improved graphics, and new dialogue. While theNieRseries has undoubtedly caught mainstream attention, it’s often easy to forget that the games are spinoffs from theDrakengardfranchise. While theDrakengardseries has garnered a cult following in Japan, it remains relatively unknown in the West as a result of its aged gameplay mechanics, performance issues and controversial story elements....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Anne George

Nintendo Fan Designs Custom Metroid Dread Switch Console

Custom video game hardware designs have proven popular among gamers. After all, the ability to give a video game accessory or console a nice coat of paint inspired by a piece of media is true eye candy. This can be seen with custom controllers likeXbox’s collaboration withSpace Jam. However, a lot of creative and cool designs are seen when fans come up with custom consoles. One fan decided to create a new design for the Nintendo Switch OLED, basing it off ofMetroid Dread, the newest game in the franchise....

June 28, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Aaron Myers

No Layoffs Expected at Hangar 13 Following Game Cancellation

During Take-Two Interactive’s Q2 2022 earning’s call, it was announced that a $53 million dollar project had been canceled. It was later discovered theTake-Two Interactiveproject was a game codenamed “Volt” that was in development by Hangar 13, the studio behindMafia 3. The initial news of the cancellation was brought to light by Mike Futter on Twitter. The following day, Jason Schreier provided further illumination about the project and the studio behind it....

June 28, 2025 · 2 min · 416 words · Michael Barber

One Piece Chapter 1109 Will Break The Internet

Summary One Piecehas enjoyed quite a lot of success over the years, and it is safe to say that fans of the series have been enjoying some of the most incredible chapters lately.The Egghead Island arc has proven to be a massive success, and kickstarted the final saga in an incredible fashion. It is clear for the fans to see that the Egghead Island arc ofOne Piecehas been nothing short of spectacular, and right now, the series appears to be in the climax of the arc....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1153 words · Alisha Cole

One Piece: The Demonic Regeneration Power Of The Five Elders, Explained

Summary One Pieceis currently in the Egghead Island arcand, given that the story is tackling the final phase of the entire series now, it is no surprise that the plot is getting more intense than ever before. Of course, an intense storyline means stronger villains, and the final saga has certainly given fans some of the most intriguing and dangerous villains in the form of the Five Elders. The Five Elders certainly are not new to the fans....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1270 words · Matthew Sanders

Outer Worlds: 5 Perks You Need Right Away (& 5 You Need At End Game)

The Outer Worldsis out! This new RPG is set in a highly capitalistic space-faring future, where corporations are the end-all-be-all authority in the universe. Much likeFallout: New Vegas, which the Developers Obsidian Games are most known for,Outer Worldsbrings back the Perk System. Companions can have them, the player character has em, heck even glaring flaws can lead to perks in this game, so there’s quite the abundance of opportunities to spend them....

June 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1262 words · Gregory Perry

Overwatch 2 Review in Progress: Fun Game, Worrying Progression

Overwatch 2is a fun game, but its progression leaves a lot to be desired. Game Rant has been going hands-on withOverwatch 2for a little over a week, and while the core gameplay is as action-packed and fun as ever, the game’s slow progression is worrisome. Before diving into the progression issues, it’s important to make it clear thatOverwatch 2is incredibly deep and rewarding from a gameplay standpoint. It features a huge roster of 35 heroes at launch (including one new hero for each role), the brand-new Push mode, and some fresh maps for players to battle it out on....

June 28, 2025 · 4 min · 848 words · Vincent Johnson