Sonic Adventure 2is one of the best games ever made. It’s also one of the worst games ever made. I’ve discussed that dichotomy in detail before, andthere’s a video you may watch if you want to hear how I unpack those two conflicting ideas. However, one part of Sonic Adventure 2 that puts it firmly in the ‘best game ever made’ camp is the Chao Garden. For a while,Chaos were one of the Sonic series’ primary mascots(which is saying something for a franchise constructed almost exclusively of mascot characters) but for some reason, Sega hasn’t given the Chao Garden another shot since Sonic Advance 2 came out in 2003....

Quick Links Check out theSlimera codeslisted here to get free in-game rewards and boosts, which will help you and give you an extra boost once you start this experience. Also remember, theseRobloxcodes have a short lifespan and expire quickly, so redeem them as soon as you find them. Remember that we regularly search for and update these codes, especially after game updates, to ensure you always have access to the latest rewards....

Splitgate 2developer 1047 Games has revealed that it has made a series of job cuts. This comes just two weeks after the launch of Splitgate 2, and suggests that the game is not performing as well as projected. On top of this, 1047 co-founders Ian Proulx and Nicholas Bagamian say that they will not take a salary, as post-launch development of Splitgate 2 continues. The studio says that it is still “committed to building” the game going forward, despite the layoffs....

Quick Links After a long wait,Zenless Zone Zerofinally continued the main story with the second season’s launch in the Version 2.0 update. With this continuation, you get to meet a bunch of members from the Yunkui Summit, with three of them being playable. Ju Fufu is one of these members, and you chat with her quite a bit in the main story. Ju Fufu is an S-rank Stun character with Fire as her main attribute....

Summary You’ve bought a box ofYu-Gi-Oh! TCG’sAlliance Insight. That means you’re going to get two secret rare cards when you’re done opening all the packs. The question is, which two? With ten possible secret rare cards to find, you might end up with something that has a niche use, or a card that is going to change your competitive deck for the better. There are plenty of neat archetypal secret rares in this set that add to the selection of Maliss cards or even give an older archetype a much-needed revival....

The sports video game genre remains one of the most popular among gamers because of its variety of options. Whether you’re simulating your favorite athlete in single-player mode or taking on a friend or sibling incouch co-op mode, the thrill is unmatched. What’s more, many sports games get yearly releases, meaning that you get frequent performance updates, which (hopefully) makes your experience feel better than the previous year’s. If you’re a newcomer to the sports game genre, a handful of titles can help make your transition feel less tedious....

Even if you’re new to thePokemon TCG,you won’t be surprised to know that Pikachu cards are globally beloved, commanding some of the highest prices ever recorded. While there are hundreds of expensive English Pikachu cards to enjoy, the Japanese side of the TCG boasts one ofthe most impressive Pikachu card rostersyou’ll ever see. Promo cards stand out as a highly represented subset of the most expensive Pikachu cards, thanks to the wildly growing popularity of the Poncho-wearing Pikachu series....

If you were afraid of the$80 price tagofMario Kart Worldcatching on, I come bearing bad news. You were right to worry. Following its release date reveal this past weekend, Microsoft has updatedThe Outer Worlds 2’sSteam pagewith a $79.99 asking price. That’s a lot of money for any game, let alone one that will also be launching on Game Pass and, like its progenitor, is smaller scale than other open world RPGs of this ilk....

Summary The Midnight Walkis an adventure horror game made usinga mix of claymation and digital artthat makes it an incredibly unique title with amazing visuals. The dark atmosphere and tone combined with interactive stories within make it difficult to put the controller down before the end of your long walk. The main focus of these stories told in each chapter are the characters you’re able to learn about, talk to, and uncover along the way....

Maelle, the rapier-wielding fencer ofClair Obscur: Expedition 33, captivates players with her elegant precision, strategic stance-switching, and unwavering determination. An outsider seeking to forge her own destiny, she embodies the spirit of understated power and relentless self-definition. If Maelle’s unique blend of sophisticated combat and a compelling narrative journey resonates deeply with you, then you’re likely drawn to games that champion similar qualities. From titles demanding perfect parries and tactical depth to stories of individuals defying fate, prepare to discover ten games that perfectly capture Maelle’s distinctive vibe (or at least her gameplay)....

TheGhost of Yoteitrain continues to pick up speed as we move closer to theSucker Punchsequel’s launch later this year. However, the studio behind the upcomingPlayStationexclusive has taken a brief detour to celebrate Yotei’s predecessor,Ghost of Tsushima, turning five. To celebrate Tsushima’s fifth anniversary, Sucker Punch has created three new PlayStation avatars featuring the game’s protagonist, Jin Sakai, and it’s giving them away for free. “Thank you so much to our amazing community that continues to show their love and support for our game....

Quick Links If you’re looking for a deep, global-scale simulation of the Second World War, there’s no better game thanHearts Of Iron 4. Paradox’s hit strategy game has an enormous, dedicated following, putting it routinely among the most-played games on Steam. Of course, it’s also extremely complex. There are dozens of things to keep track of at any given time, and a single oversight can have a snowball effect that upends the entire war effort… but there are also opportunities to do the same to your opponents....

Well, well, well,looks like old Mike Drucker got his wish for Mario Paint to come back. Not as life changing as my ongoing wish to meet my grandfather who left when my mom was a kid - true story! - but definitely something that’s improved my week. I’ll also give credit toNintendowhere credit is due: not only is the game compatible with theSwitch 2’sJoy-Con, but you can still play it on the original Switch’s Super Nintendo app by hooking up a regular computer mouse....