Summary Marvel Rivalsfans are unhappy with NetEase Games' recent decision to implement a performance-based skill ranking system when determining how many points players are awarded at the end of a Competitive match. NetEase Games recently introduced the Vanguard Emma Frost toMarvel Rivals, who has quickly become a fan-favorite hero due to her durability and versatility. Marvel Rivalshas been busy making changesto Competitive play, as it recently added an option to report other people for “smurfing....

Summary Marvel Rivalsplayers have pointed out that the game could use more playable villains.Marvel Rivalshas 38 playable characters divided into Duelists, Vanguards, and Strategists. These well-known names from the comics face off in 5v5 matches, making the roster one of the game’s highlights. For those who like good guys, NetEase’s shooter has names such as Captain America, known for his extremely noble personality. Black Panther, the formidable leader of the nation of Wakanda, is remembered for his strong sense of duty to his people....

BioWare is ostensibly moving ahead withMass Effect 4, which is good news, especially given recent rumors of the studio being shut down following the disappointing performance ofDragon Age: The Veilguard. But even thoughBioWare appears safe for now, its reputation is still nowhere near what it was duringMass Effect’s heyday, and it might never be, if it continues down its current path. Mass Effect 3may have had a controversial ending, but it still sold and reviewed well, and most players look back on it fondly; it certainly didn’t soil the series as a whole....

Metro 2033is a beloved survival shooter that offers an immersive look at post-apocalyptic Russia, and the enhancedMetro 2033 Reduxmakes the game even better.Metro 2033 Reduxadds quite a few quality of life changes and reworks the campaign structure to make things flow more smoothly. Metro 2033was originally released in 2010 for Xbox 360 and PC, andMetro 2033 Reduxhit PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC four years later in 2014alongside an enhanced version of its sequel,Metro: Last Light Redux....

Summary On social media, Capcom stated that the first title update forMonster Hunter Wildshas problems that could cause the game to crash or disconnect players from online play. Some currently known issues plaguingMonster Hunter Wildsinclude crashing after speaking to Nata and selecting Sekka to trade items at the village intermediary. Monster Hunter Wilds' Title Update 1 is the first post-launch update to Capcom’s latest hit title. After downloading a 6GB update file, or 16GB if using high-resolution textures, players will have new weapons, armor, and missions to check out....

Summary While having a Quirk is a requirement for becoming a hero in the world ofMy Hero Academia, not every protector of society possesses an ability that seems all that helpful or supportive. In fact, several heroes have come to acquire Quirks, which, on the surface, seem like they would be far more fitting for a criminal who could use their self-centered and shady abilities to help them in acting out their evil schemes....

Summary Quick Links Bakugo’s character is polarizing in and outside ofMy Hero Academia’s story. In the world of MHA, he is a prodigy, easily among the top of the next generation of heroes, yet possessing a demeanor that puts him at odds with nearly everyone he meets. In the real world, he is the perennial most popular character, while still having arguably the most detractors among the MHA fanbase. But for all the differences of opinion around Bakugo, the fact remains that his character arc epitomizes many of the key philosophies that have come to define MHA....

This post contains spoilers for Naruto. Summary Masashi Kishimoto is one of the most famous manga authors in the world. As the creator ofNaruto, he is widely regarded as one of the best writers. In fact, Naruto has sold more than 100 million copies, making it one of the best-selling manga of all time. It is one of thefew manga that has managed to hit this milestone. There is no denying that Naruto is a series of the highest quality, but that doesn’t mean it does not have any imperfections....

Summary Neverway, a new life sim from indie developer Coldblood Inc., has been announced for PC. The studio was co-founded by Pedro Medeiros, the pixel artist behindCelesteand a contributor to acclaimed indie titles likeTowerFall. InNeverway, players step into the role of an ordinary girl who gains immortality through a dead god. UnlikeCeleste’s mostly linear progression,Neverwayseems to adopt an RPG approach, featuring farming, fishing, crafting, building, and dating mechanics. Celesteis widely regarded as one ofthe best precision platformer gamesof the decade, praised in part for its charming pixel art style....

Summary According to theNintendo Switch 2lead development team, the upcoming console will not be backwards compatible with original Switch games at solely a hardware level. However, theSwitch 2will run most Switch games via a new solution that combines hardware-based compatibility with software emulation that converts Switch game data into a real-time solution on the Switch 2. The Switch 2 was fully revealed during the April 2 Nintendo Direct episode, which delved into the console’s main functions and controls....

Summary The release of theNintendo Switch 2has officially been delayed in China. Nintendo’s next mainline gaming console was finally unveiled back in January, with a later Nintendo Direct livestream revealing its price and release date. TheNintendo Switch 2will launch worldwide on June 5, with pre-orders already underway in several countries. In addition to the standard console, Nintendo is offering a limited Switch 2 bundle containingMario Kart World. However, the road to the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch hasn’t been without its fair share of speed bumps....

Summary A talentedPokemonfan online has created an extremely impressive LEGO version of the Generation 4 Legendary Dialga. With officialPokemonLEGO set to launch in 2026, this fan creation is a fun insight into what it could look like. Over the years,Pokemonfans have found tons of interesting ways to express their love for the long-running franchise. LEGO has always been an interesting avenue for fans to show their creativity, and the lack of officialPokemonLEGO sets has made it a popular choice among franchise fans....

Summary APokemonfan has designed LEGO versions of the Gen 3 starters, imagining what Torchic, Mudkip, and Treecko would look like in a blockier form. With none of the upcoming official LEGO sets based on the franchise fully revealed yet,Pokemonfans have taken it upon themselves to create buildable versions of popular creatures, achieving some impressive results. On March 18, fans received the exciting news thatofficial sets based onPokemonwould be releasedin 2026. While only a brief teaser featuring a Pikachu tail was shared, the news made waves in the fandom....