Summary Eagle-eyedResident Evilfans have pointed out that Alyssa Ashcroft, a key character inResident Evil Requiem, actually made a cameo all the way back inResident Evil 7. Yesterday’s Summer Game Fest showcasewas one of the biggest rollercoasters for Resident Evil fans.After cheekily saying that Resident Evil 9 would need a little more timebefore being shown off, Capcom pulled an amazing bait and switch by announcingResident Evil Requiem as the show’s final reveal....

Summary After baiting us a couple of times and being far more coy than they needed to be,Capcomfinallyput us all out of our misery during Summer Game Fest by announcing Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth mainline installment in the series. Before the show, it had been claimed byreputable Capcom insider Dusk Golem that Resident Evil Requiem would star Leon Kennedy, but the game’s first trailer suggested anything but. Instead, the reveal trailer seemed to focus on a character called Grace Ashcroft, who is the daughter of Resident Evil Outbreak star Alyssa Ashcroft....

Summary Funko revealed a new line of collectibles called Bitty Pops in 2023, and even though otherMarvelheroes and villains have already joined the Bitty Pop party,Spider-Manhas been suspiciously absent. That’s because Funko has been saving the web-slinger for a Spider-Verse drop of his own, and TheGamer can exclusively reveal everything that’s going to be a part of it. If you’re unfamiliar with the growing world of Bitty Pops, simply put, they’re smaller versions ofFunko Pops....

Quick Links Squall, SeeD Mercenary is one of the many legendary creatures you can use as your commander inMagic: The Gathering,released in the game’s crossover set with Final Fantasy. Squall is the main protagonist of Final Fantasy VIII, acting as the party leader and known for saying “whatever” and being a bit of a loner. Based on Squall’s introverted personality and tendency to act alone, Squall’s Magic card reflects that by wanting to attack alone....

Summary Star Wars Battlefront 2has been enjoying a resurgence recently, most likely spurred on by May 4 and all the Star Wars-related shenaningans that surround the day. Earlier this week, the game went from around 1k players on Steam to over 5k on May 4, andthat number then jumped again to 6k a day later. Ever since, the game has been hitting 6k rather reliably,almost hitting 8k players a few days ago....

Quick Links Stronghold Crusader: Definitive Editionbrings back the classic castle and seige gameplay from the original with updated visuals and quality of life improvements. Whether you’re reliving the nostalgia or jumping in for the first time, success in Crusader hinges on planning ahead, resource management, and efficient base design. One of the most important early decisions is which buildings to construct first. Prioritizing the right ones can give you a powerful economic foundation, keep your population happy, and ensure your military is ready when conflict arises....

The 1990s were one of the best decades forJRPGs, seeing the beginnings or continuations of pillars of the genre, such as Dragon Quest, Final Fantasy, and Shin Megami Tensei. These years were defined by their innovation on the genre and deeper emphasis on storytelling than what was previously possible. If you’ve ever wondered which JRPG was the absolute best of its year from 1990 to 1999, you’ve come to the right place....

Depending on who you ask,JRPGcan mean a lot of different things. For some, it’s any RPG developed by a Japanese studio, while others are a bit more discerning, granting the genre title only to games that meet a certain set of criteria. However, what makes the genre so exciting is its ability to push conventional boundaries and create truly unique experiences. Below, we’ll take a look at some of the best JRPGs that completely subvert the genre, offering experimental games that are creatively unmatched....

Finding a Pokemon to collect in thePokemon TCGcan be difficult due to howexpensive some of the most valuable modern cardsare. However, once you dive past the wall oftop-tier popular Pokemon like Pikachuand Charizard, there are dozens of other underrated Pokemon with very affordable cards. Grimmsnarl is a perfect example of a unique, powerful Pokemon that is a relatively recent inclusion to the series with its debut in the Sword and Shield era....

Sports cards have become a passionate hobby and a significant investment avenue, captivating millions of collectors around the world. For some, they’re nostalgic links to childhood; for others, symbols of fandom and loyalty. The thrill of opening a pack without knowing what’s inside adds a unique excitement that few other hobbies can match. Their visual appeal also draws collectors in—each person has that one card that speaks to them. While it’s possible to start collecting with affordable packs, today’s focus is the opposite end of the spectrum....

The Sun & Moon era of thePokemon TCGchanged the hobby forever with the introduction of Tag Team cards, whichappeared as both valuable promo cardsand rare hits in the legendary Team Up set. While you’re probably well-acquainted withthe most valuable cards from Team Up,some fantastic Tag Teams fly under the radar. These underrated Tag Team cards might not command the $2,000 price tag that the Latias & Latios GX does, but they still feature some of the most popular Pokemon in the series....

The Witcheris a series known for being a gritty, unforgiving fantasy. There’s prejudice, hatred, twisted magic, and betrayal at every turn. We’ve seen wartorn lands, stillborn children haunting their parents, and a seemingly emotionless main character on the verge of a breakdown numerous times. InThe Witcher 4, Ciri takes the reins as the lead protagonist, and she’s now a fully fledged Witcher herself. However, this leaves one big event open to being an experience in the new game: the Trial of the Grasses....

The FPS or First-Person Shooter genre has a long and storied history. Maze War, an FPS game developed in 1973 by high-school students Steve Colley, Howard Palmer, and Greg Thompson, is widely cited as the “first FPS game”, but it wasn’t until the 1990s that things really started to kick off. There have been some monumental games, including a whole ream of titles from Valve which dominated for almost 20 years....