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Every gamer who grew up with the PlayStation 2 or the Xbox 360 has fond memories of playing classic rock with overpriced plastic instruments. Guitar Hero (and Rock Band) became some of the most iconic games of the mid-2000s, bringing the excitement of a rock concert to our living rooms. Unfortunately, the fad of rhythm and band games has died down considerably with the advent of the “games as a service” model. It’s been nearly a decade since the release of the last Guitar Hero game. Is time running out for Guitar Hero, or are we closer than ever to the long-awaited reunion tour on the PS5 and Xbox Series X? As it turns out, we might soon see the return of a rock giant — at least, if modern gaming trends are to be trusted.

Released by Midway Games in 1992, nothing could prepare us for Ed Boon and John Tobias’ Mortal Kombat – a video game that dominated arcades and consoles seemingly out of nowhere, knocking Street Fighter 2 off its perch as the best fighting game around. Like parents with their children, everyone has their favourite – even if they won’t always outright admit to it. The debate about the best characters (or should we say kharacters?) has caused many friendships and relationships to end, so we’re putting together a comprehensive list of the best of the best in the Mortal Kombat franchise to generate even more heated discussion among the fanbase.

While we haven’t even begun to tap into the full potential of the PS5, fans are already beginning to talk about what Sony’s next console, the PlayStation 6, will look like – even if others believe the PS5 to be the company’s last console. Will it be bulky like previous releases? Will Sony revert to a traditional square console look? Or can we imagine something a bit more sci-fi futuristic looking? Let’s take a look at the PS6’s potential.

The interactive story game genre hasn’t had many wins in recent years. Not when you compare new titles like The Quarry and Life is Strange versus classics like Detroit: Become Human, Heavy Rain, Max Payne 1, and Half-Life. Heavy Rain, which essentially kick-started a whole genre back in 2010, was universally praised for its unique concept. Isn’t it time for Heavy Rain 2?

It has been a while since we last saw an updated TopSpin game. The last time 2K released a tennis game in their signature style was in 2011 when we all enjoyed Top Spin 4. In the meantime, WWE, NBA, and even LEGO have had their moment in the limelight, while tennis went unappreciated. If you have been sitting around waiting for a 2K tennis game, your time is now. 2K is almost ready to release TopSpin 2K25, and here is everything you need to know about it.

If you’re a PlayStation fan, you’ve probably heard about Days Gone. And if you’ve played the open-world survival game, you’re probably wondering why there hasn’t been a Days Gone 2 yet. Well, you’re not alone. A petition for a sequel launched in 2021 now has close to 250,000 signatures. Sadly, Sony still hasn’t greenlit Days Gone 2.

With Death Stranding receiving polarizing reviews, many gamers have asked the question, “Is Hideo Kojima one of the greatest game developers or is he just an overrated weirdo?”

The Last of Us Part II seems to have divided fans – with Abby getting the most hate. But she should be key to The Last of Us 3 and the upcoming Season 2 of the TV series.

It’s often said that art imitates life, and the masterpiece known as Mortal Kombat is no different. From the first game’s realistic digitised graphics and use of actors and martial artists to record the bone-crunching moves, it was obvious that Mortal Kombat creators Ed Boon and John Tobias had been inspired by real-life inspirations for their characters. Some of the influences are obvious, while the others not so much. So, let’s break down the 6 Mortal Kombat characters based on real people.

If you missed the Max Payne craze of the early 2000s, don’t worry; Remedy Entertainment and Rockstar Studios have you covered. This might be old news at this point, but Remedy Entertainment entered into an agreement with Rockstar Games back in April 2022, announcing that they would be remaking both Max Payne and Max Payne 2: The Fall of Max Payne as a single title. We are here to talk about how gorgeous this next-gen Max Payne remake is going to look.

If you loved the Max Payne franchise that started in 2001 and want to see what it would look like if it were next-gen and set in the 24th century instead of the 21st, we have some excellent news for you. Critical Hit Games has announced their 2024 game Nobody Wants to Die with a cinematic announcement trailer, which is absolutely gorgeous.

With WWE 2K24 around the corner and the full roster list revealed, wrestling fans were worried that the Voice of the Voiceless, CM Punk, would miss out on this year’s instalment of the game. After all, Punk made a shocking return to WWE at the 2023 Survivor Series, so it would have been a modern miracle for the development team at Visual Concepts to somehow include him in time for the base game’s release on March 8.

It’s time to head over to our favourite place – the complex, weird, and magical world of Reddit. This time, we’re gonna survey the chatbox landscape and attempt to uncover what Reddit thinks are the best games of all time. Remember, these entries are not based on one definitive Reddit list but collate various popular lists and users’ responses to these lists and see what pattern emerges. 

A sweet grandma gamer shed joy after receiving a Nintendo Switch for her birthday. The lovely old lady was visibly moved to tears after her family gave her the special gift. 

Two things are near-universally liked: collecting things and Disney characters. That was the idea behind Disney Infinity, which burst onto the scene in 2013, allowing fans to mix both passions into one – and giving the House of Mouse yet another money-printing machine. The toys-to-life game lets you place physical character figures from Disney and Pixar worlds onto a special platform, scanning them into the game where you could play as Elsa and Wreck-It Ralph side-by-side. It was every kid’s dream come true – and also every Disney adult, of course.

Creating a character is one of the most significant moments of any Elden Ring playthrough. Sure, your character will probably wear a helmet that’s going to cover their faces for 90% of the game, but still, customization matters. One thing I didn’t remember about Elden Ring, however, is how disappointing its selection of hairstyles can be. Both males and females – sorry, Type A and Type B – have access to the same hair options, and they still manage to be lackluster. All that said, this hairy conundrum extends well beyond Elden Ring. For a while, hairstyles have been lacking in video games. From the rugged buzzcuts of every space marine in existence to that borderline stereotypical dreadlock fade developers are now giving to every black character, it’s time for video games to pay a visit to a stylist. Because not everyone can be as stylish as Agent 47.

For some gamers, The Legend of Dragoon is, hands down, the best RPG ever. Released in 1999 for the PlayStation 1, the game initially received mixed reviews, but as the years passed, it garnered a devoted cult following. After years of pleading and begging, Sony caved last year, uploaded the original to their PlayStation Plus Classics Catalogue, and made the game available again. While fans were happy to have access to the game, it came with glitches. Sony was surprisingly fast in fixing these issues early last year, and with a much better version available, fans quickly realized, “Hey, wait a minute. We don’t just want a port and a few mild upgrades; we want a whole reboot.” Now, fans are desperately pleading for a next-gen remake of The Legend of Dragoon on the PS5.

Nintendo changed the game when they unleashed their Switch portable console in 2017. The unique design and adaptability of the Nintendo Switch meant you could pop it in your backpack and take it anywhere or set it up at home using TV mode and play a broad spectrum of games. The revolutionary console became immensely popular, selling millions of units. Gamers and fans of the unit have been forced to wait as the company has been delaying the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 for some time, but 2024 is the year fans can get their hands on the highly anticipated console. 

One of the most incredible voice actors in animation, the late Kevin Conroy, who passed away from cancer in 2022, has left fans with a legacy of outstanding performances as Batman in various animated features and video game iterations in the Arkhamverse, most notably in the classic noir-inspired Batman: The Animated Series. For legions of Batman fans, Conroy was the definitive Batman due to his superb voice acting, which captured all the character’s mystery, strength and nuances. There was outrage amongst fans after Conroy’s supposed last outing as the Caped Crusader was ill-received in the new video game Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. 

Naughty Dog fans have been sitting around since the fateful release of The Last of Us Part 2 on the 19th of January 2020 to see if the ingenious game development studio would be bringing out a sequel for one of the most beloved game franchises of the last 20 years, The Last of Us. While those hoping for a sequel are still left with questions, fans are elated to have received a remastered version of The Last of Us Part 2 for the PlayStation 5, but is the upgrade worth it?

What if we told you that the future of the God of War franchise might just lie in the hands of Kratos’ young son, Atreus?

No, this is not another woke idea. It’s not clickbait. And no, it’s not meant to be controversial. Stay with me, and I’ll convince you why having a woman as the protagonist of a God of War game (after Ragnarok) would be a great idea.

After virtually annihilating the entire Greek pantheon, Kratos (who is voiced by Christopher Judge) and his son Atreus (voiced by Sunny Suljic) are in dire need of new challengers and new realms to conquer in God of War 6. The perpetually enraged protagonist has already engaged the Norse realms in 2018’s God of War revival, opening doors to other new realms. I mean, why stop there when there are so many pantheons available for him to beat? God of War‘s Kratos could take on Egyptian gods, Iberian gods, and so much more.

As the sun sets on 2023, it’s time to look back at the year’s digital masterpieces. From groundbreaking graphics to storytelling that tugs at the heartstrings, here are the 20 best video games of 2023.

FNTASTIC has been working on their game The Day Before for the last five years. Two years ago, they released an announcement trailer that promised an artfully created massive online multiplayer where players would have to scavenge for survival in a world that a zombie apocalypse had destroyed. It sounded like it had the bones to be one of the most successful games launched this year, but The Day Before was one of the worst games ever ( and according to some, maybe even of all time).

Is Star Wars Battlefront 3 coming? Well, the correct answer is yes, no and maybe. It’s been six years since the second instalment, and fans are still waiting for confirmation of another sequel.

It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for the entertainment industry as a whole. Three years later, it feels like we are still recovering from COVID-19 and all the issues that came with that experience. With writers’ and actors’ strikes, movies and TV are seriously starting to lag behind. Video Games are on track to becoming one of the biggest industries in the world, and the massive hype around the GTA 6 announcement proves it.

December 2023 is going to be an exciting month for gamers around the world, from Microsoft and Xbox fans to PC players. Not only do we get to enjoy the Christmas holidays (when many of us will finally have a break to play the games we want to play), but also because of The Game Awards, the annual gaming event of the year.

An old rumour from 2015 claiming that Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes are involved in GTA 6 has resurfaced. Depending on who you follow, the rumours suggest that Mendes and Gosling will be voicing Lucia and Jason, the alleged main protagonists of the upcoming game. At the same time, other rumours suggest that instead of voicing Lucia and Jason, Gosling and Mendes’ characters in The Place Beyond the Pines (2012) will act as inspiration for the game’s main characters.

Left-to-right scrolling, beat ’em-up games were a staple in the arcade landscape of the 80s and 90s. Titles like Double Dragon, Cadillac and Dinosaurs, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Golden Axe were monster hits and have become classics in the beat ’em-up genre, but one in particular deserves a next-gen reboot.

Insomniac Games, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, has been a big win with fans. The highly anticipated PS5 game is arguably the best the industry has to offer, and it’s easy to see why. In a stroke of genius, Insomniac Games is giving you the ability to seamlessly switch between two beloved characters, Peter Parker and Miles Morales. It makes for fascinating gaming and keeps you hooked with its refreshing new take on the gaming experience. Alas, one flaw has become apparent, and fans have not been shy to voice their opinions on it. Fans and gamers have been hating on the superhero suit / costume worn by Miles Morales in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is a hit with players. Insomniac Games did an exceptional job making the sequel as good, if not better, than the previous game. The design of New York’s surroundings is immersive and great swing and glide through. There are great new characters and an exciting storyline. Players, however, noticed a peculiar omission in a game scene.

It’s been a week since Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 dropped. The game received rave reviews, and gamers are having a ball playing it. The game mechanics are a dream; the graphics are spectacular, especially the spatial layout and design of New York and its surroundings. Gliding and web-slinging through the urban landscapes on a mission is an exhilarating experience. The game is great even if you change characters, like switching from Peter Parker to Miles Morales. Other highlights in the game are the story and Spider-Man’s gadgets. Reviewers can ramble about what’s been great about the game, but sometimes even great games come with problems. One such problem is popping up online from players complaining about a side mission with Hailey Cooper in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 isn’t only everything fans wanted from Insomniac Games-developed superhero video game series – it’s also a triumphant technical achievement as it demonstrates the sheer power and technological potential of the PlayStation 5. On Fortress of Solitude’s Facebook page, a recent truth bomb created waves (when don’t they, right?). The post suggested that the Sony Interactive Entertainment-published Spider-Man video games are better than Warner Bros. Games-published Batman: Arkham series. Expectedly, fans debated both sides of the argument, with many rightfully pointing out that if it wasn’t for the Dark Knight’s efforts in the gaming world, there would be no Spider-Man 2 to celebrate now.

A pair of Indie developers have just announced their Unreal Engine 5-powered horror game, Don’t Scream, which could be the scariest horror game of 2023. The game requires a microphone to be plugged in to play and will make you restart the game if you scream, so Don’t Scream.

Now that we have been hearing news about Nintendo gearing up to release their next-gen handheld console in 2024, it was only a matter of time before people started wondering what games we could expect. Without Nintendo’s official announcement for the console’s name, everyone is calling the next console the Switch 2 for now, and you can click here if you want to learn more about it. Let’s look at what leaked info and forums are saying about what games we can expect to see on the Nintendo Switch 2.

Console design has come a long way since the days of the horrendous Atari Jaguar. While gamers have historically cared more about performance than aesthetics, the latest generation of modern consoles from Sony and Microsoft have prompted polarized reactions regarding their looks.

In many ways, Insomniac’s Spider-Man universe has achieved what the MCU failed to do: establish a relatable, epic Spidey tale that captures the flair of the classic comics. From Peter Parker’s persona to his relationship with Aunt May and his archnemeses, Insomniac’s first Spider-Man on the PlayStation 4 remains one of the finest superhero games ever made. Now, as Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2 draws ever closer, we’re about to witness that same universe and story come to life once more – only this time, the stakes will be higher than ever before. Featuring an amazing (no pun intended) cast of heroes and villains, Spider-Man 2 already looks like the game that every Spidey fan has ever wanted.

Spooky season is in full swing, and it’s time to revel in the scary atmosphere as best as you can. From jump scares to unsettling mysteries, the co-op horror genre of video games has made an effort to evolve in the past few years. Right now, we’ve got some genuinely amazing titles that you can enjoy with your friends. A few of these are even free to play, making the deal even sweeter. So, if you’ve got a buddy who refuses to embrace the fright of Halloween, try out any of the games listed here! After all, these are the best co-op horror games that you can play with your friends.

There aren’t many production studios that can pull off the terrifying atmosphere captured in the survival horror masterpiece Alien: Isolation. However, Creative Assembly not only achieved this but also managed to pay homage to classic horror sci-fi films and create a title worthy of the franchise. Attributed as the best Alien property after Ridley Scott’s Alien (1979) and James Cameron’s Aliens (1986), it is one of the best first-person stealth games I’ve enjoyed playing. This is the main reason why fans (myself included) are clamouring for a direct sequel to this fantastic game and hope for an Alien: Isolation 2. But will this great game ever get another instalment? Before we look forward, let’s look back at the original game.

The buzz surrounding the new Spider-Man 2 game is palpable and electric. Since previews and demos have been released, there has been excitement around the game’s release. Spider-Man 2 has also received many high reviews as the days inch closer to its release on Friday, 20 October 2023, and the hype has proven more than ever that we need a Superman game like this.

Throughout 2022, we were inundated with endless rumours about the mythical Nintendo Switch Pro. It was slated to be a big improvement over the original Nintendo Switch and its OLED upgrade a few years later. However, with the release of the Steam Deck and the imminent release of many other handheld entries into the market, the development work on the Switch Pro was abruptly ended. The reason was simple enough in that it couldn’t match the hardware specifications and performances of the competition, most notably that of 4K gaming. With the Pro firmly put to bed in January this year, rumours quickly began to surface of the revival of the next major Nintendo release – the Nintendo Switch 2.

Ever since Heart Machine released the indie hit Hyper Light Drifter, the studio gained a huge reputation for aesthetically pleasing games. Now that Solar Ash is finally here, it’s safe to say that they’ve delivered on that reputation brilliantly. This might not be a game of the year contender, but for the people who enjoy gaming as a relaxing experience, there’s a lot of satisfaction that exists in Solar Ash’s smooth design.

There are very few gaming titles that have spawned a successful franchise. While some have been simple cash grabs and others pushing through annual releases to the continued disdain of fans, Assassin’s Creed has had much more success in how it delivers its releases. Not only has the timing been well scheduled, but the content has remained fresh and interesting, giving fans an unexpected glimpse into the past with stories often forgotten or seldom told. For its latest title in the franchise, Ubisoft is taking us back to 9th-century Baghdad, the era of anarchy at Samarra, in Assassin’s Creed Mirage.

There has been a lot of hype around Ghostface, which is understandable as he is the killer of the prolific Scream franchise. While Ghostface is already a DLC in Dead by Daylight, a recent leak from a data miner suggested he might be a part of a future DLC for Mortal Kombat 1. There is even a concept floating around for a game all about the infamous Scream killer(s?), Ghostface. Let’s take a look!

In the eclectic realm of ghost-chasing aficionados and those versed in demonology, Ed and Lorraine Warren’s narrative was a tale that many whispered about. Known, yet enigmatic. Then, lo and behold, 2013 rolled around, and James Wan released his cinematic sensation – The Conjuring. It wasn’t merely an adaptation; it was an eruption. The film didn’t just “tell” their story. Instead, it thrust it quite dramatically into the spotlight. It unfurled layer by nuanced layer, the eerie, spine-tingling world that the Warrens navigated daily. From creepy dolls to demonic possession, the couple have seen it all in the Conjuring universe. It’s safe to say then that The Conjuring has become a modern classic for horror fans — a tale so haunting, so riveting, that its labyrinthine reach has spun into multiple sequels. Given its illustrious legacy in the world of horror, isn’t it high time we entertained the idea of a video game adaptation of The Conjuring?

Has HBO’s The Last of Us show changed fans’ thoughts on Naughty Dog’s sequel, The Last of Us Part II? Maybe.

Great stories come in all shapes and forms; while some people would rather watch movies, some others prefer the interactivity that only video games have to offer. For some reason, the practice of turning popular movies into console games has fallen out of fashion in recent years – and that’s terrible news for both film aficionados and gamers alike. It’s a shame, really, because we’ve been getting some of the most game-worthy films in history these days. Things like the entirety of the MCU would make amazing gaming experiences and could help expand the storytelling of movies in ways that no TV show or comic book ever could. That’s why today, we’ve made a list of 10 movies that would make excellent video games.

If it’s a Bethesda game, you can be sure that fans are going to find some wacky ways to heighten the experience. Starfield follows the tradition of a T. Now that Starfield has been out for a few weeks, players have already found a glitch that allows you to essentially scam shopkeepers and make infinite money.

Ubisoft is one of the biggest names out there when it comes to the gaming world. The studio has seen massive success with huge game franchises like Assassin’s Creed (which has a whopping 12 games in it), Far Cry (with 6 beloved games), and others like Splinter Cell, Tom Clancy’s games and much more. We could forever sing their praises with the amount of material they have shared with the world, but did you know that Ubisoft’s upcoming game, XDefiant, was rejected by both Xbox and PlayStation?

Fans of The Crew franchise were ecstatic when Ubisoft officially announced the latest game’s release date was just three months out. With developers Ubisoft Ivory Tower only announcing The Crew Motorfest title earlier in 2023, the turnaround has been swift, much to the delight of racing fans. To add to the latest excitement with its imminent release on 14 September, more good news has made waves, in that players will get to experience five hours of gameplay for free.

Mortal Kombat 1 sweeps its way onto consoles (and PC) on September 14, 2023. With the promise of a few surprises and the addition of the Kameo feature, players are excited to see what the latest instalment in this popular fighting franchise offers – including the identity of the main villain of Mortal Kombat 1. Fans have their own theories about who it could be, but so far, it’s been a closely guarded secret that hasn’t leaked out yet.

War of the Worlds went silent for many years after the massive success of the 2005 film starring Tom Cruise. The story took hold of the hearts of sci-fi nerds worldwide based on the novel The War of the Worlds by H.G. Wells. Almost two decades later, a new action/adventure game inspired by the same alien invasion is on the horizon. Still, this time, it’s taking place in Russia. Welcome to War of the Worlds: Siberia.

There’s nothing more fun than playing your favourite game with a friend. While there are a lot of games that offer multiplayer options, what could be cooler than playing together in the same place? Welcome to the local co-op experience! Often called “couch co-op” when it comes to consoles, and depending on the game, there is a world of local co-op games for you to explore with your friends!

Around the world of video games, game art is crucial in shaping the total gamer interaction and experience. Video game art incorporates the aesthetic components that deliver online surrounding to lifestyle, including personality styles, environments, animations, and special effects. The way in which creative assets are crafted has a significant impact on how players engage with the video game and the level of engagement they feel. It is important to approach this process with care and deliberation. In this post, Room8Studio game art company, with which you can get acquainted here https://room8studio.com/, will explore how video game art impacts player engagement and shapes their overall gaming experience on a computer.

Just when you think you’ve heard it all, Microsoft comes up with a new concept for their limited edition Xbox controllers that’s completely strange yet oddly intriguing. To celebrate the upcoming release of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Microsoft is giving away several special edition controllers inspired by the iconic heroes in a half-shell. Perfectly normal, right? Guess again. These TMNT Xbox controllers are the first pizza-scented controllers to ever be released (yes, you read that correctly). Now fans can immerse themselves in the world of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles not only through gameplay but also through their sense of smell.