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Everything we know about the new Lord of the Rings movie
William Davis
Warner Bros has reached an agreement with New Line and Embracer Group AB to bring a new Lord of the Rings movie to the big screen. The multi-year deal is Warner’s latest attempt to revive one of its franchises. Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav wants to bring franchises back. The executive has been open about his intentions to reboot multiple Warner Bros properties, including Harry Potter and now Lord …
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Heelmike short ban for sexual Kick stream sets a dangerous precedent
William Davis
Kick streamer Heelmike received a one-day ban after performing explicit sexual acts live. At the time of the event, Heelmike’s channel had over 25,000 viewers. The Los Angeles-based streamer migrated to Kick following the wave of controversial creators that are parting ways with Twitch. Kick is another streaming platform that attempts to compete with Twitch by implementing a fair revenue distribution and allowing 18+ content. The biggest champion for the …
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What is The Finals? A new shooter from ex-Battlefield devs
William Davis
The Finals may look like yet another class-based battle royale, but there’s a lot more to the upcoming title than meets the eye. With so many options to pick from it, squad-based shooter fans have become flush with choice. However, at least one more developer is willing to throw its hat in the ring. Embark Studios, a new developer partially made up of ex-Battlefield devs, is now ambitiously pursuing a …
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Who is the Skull Merchant in Dead by Deadlight?
William Davis
Tools of Torment, Dead by Daylight chapter 27, is officially dropping on March 7. The update includes a new Killer known as the Skull Merchant, and here is everything we know. The next DLC of Dead by Daylight doesn’t include a new map, but it is introducing three new characters. Talita and Renato Lyra join the list of Survivors, while the Skull Merchant will become the 32nd Killer in the …
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New vehicles revealed for Forza Horizon 5 DLC Rally Adventure
Olivia Richman
Forza Horizon 5 is getting a new DLC in Rally Adventure, which adds new offroad-themed cars and tracks to the beloved racing game. Playground Games has officially revealed Rally Adventure, the second post-launch DLC for Forza Horizon 5. Racers have been anxiously awaiting this DLC after last year’s Hot Wheels expansion. The developer recently hosted a Twitch stream that showed off what’s to come in Rally Adventure. Rally Adventure is …
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The story of Princess Peach: A closer look at Mario’s companion
William Davis
Princess Peach is the beloved companion of Mario, the heroic plumber who has starred in the iconic video game series of the same name. While she started off as needing to be rescued from Bowser, she has become a powerhouse in Mario sports games, Mario Party, and has even rescued Mario in her own spin-off title. While her role in the Mario series has been debated over the years, …
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5 best video games that feature casinos
William Davis
No matter how advanced video games get, developers will always look to casinos to pad out their content. Games of all sorts have been enjoyed throughout history. While modern titles are much more technologically advanced than hoop and stick, video games take inspiration from older forms of entertainment all the time. Gambling is one of the world’s oldest pursuits, so it’s no surprise to see it pop up in video …
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Hogwarts Legacy has sold 12 million copies despite controversy
Fariha Bhatti
Hogwarts Legacy is nearing the greatness of 2022 juggernaut Elden Ring after earning $850 million in the first two weeks of release. Based on J.K Rowling’s enchanted world with Harry Potter at the center, Hogwarts Legacy has rejuvenated magic worldwide. Potterheads were always looking to relive their childhood, and the new open-world game is the perfect opportunity. It’s not a surprise that Hogwarts Legacy is already 2023’s best game, with …
Merlin’s Cloak in Hogwarts Legacy: Can you still get it in Twitch drops?
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Hogwarts Legacy has an immersive storyline, but the in-game cosmetics are equally stunning. Thrifty players can grab some free items through Hogwarts Legacy Twitch drops. Hogwarts Legacy has become the hot new chart-topper, breaking records on Twitch. Since its release, the game has sold 12 million units. Clearly, players approve of the game for its immersive storyline, nostalgia-inducing ambiance, and in-game cosmetics. Hogwarts Legacy allows character customization to drip out …
The best reveals from PlayStation State of Play February 2023
Olivia Richman
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The first PlayStation State of Play of this year revealed a lot of exciting updates on highly anticipated games coming to the Sony console. From VR games to Street Fighter 6 reveals to Suicide Squad gameplay, the State of Play was packed with worthwhile information that is sure to fill up the entirety of 2023. Here are some of the highlights from the latest PlayStation State of Play on February …
About FromSoftware, the developer behind Elden Ring
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FromSoftware is a Japanese video game development studio known for its Soulsborne game series, which includes Elden Ring, Dark Souls franchise, Bloodborne, and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The company was founded in 1986 by president Hidetaka Miyazaki, and has since released over 50 games across various genres. The Soulsborne series is FromSoftware’s most well-known franchise. The first game in the series, Demon’s Souls, was released in 2009 for the PlayStation …
Everything we know about The Dragon Prince season 5
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Season 4 of The Dragon Prince ended on a cliffhanger for Callum and Rayla, but will season 5 ever come around to resolve it? The Dragon Prince is an American animated fantasy adventure web television series created for Netflix by Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond. The show follows two human princes on a journey to return a magical egg to the Dragon Queen in order to restore balance between their …
All differences between houses in Hogwarts Legacy
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Hogwarts Legacy is the immersive experience that Harry Potter fans have always wanted. The video game takes players on a journey through the Wizarding World, and it all starts at Hogwarts. In the school, players will get the opportunity to choose one of the four houses. This is a choice players only get to make once. If you are uncertain about your decision, here are the differences between houses in …
GTA Online Street Drug Dealers’ locations
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GTA Online added Street drug dealers, a new feature that will benefit players who are running Nightclubs, Motorcycle clubs, and Acid Labs. Here are the locations for the three street drug dealers in GTA Online. The street drug dealers in GTA Online appear every day, and players can interact with all three of them. Players can sell their products for a higher value, increasing the income they get from their …
How can a mobile app help you when betting on esports?
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Modern online bookmakers allow people to bet on all kinds of markets, including competitive gaming — or esports. The leading brands have esports sections for a wide variety of games. And thanks to different mobile apps, users can take advantage of everything they offer on the go. Although some of the leading brands have among the best applications, some players may be new to the scene and unaware these helpful …
FGC reacts to Evo 2023 lineup and schedule reveal
Olivia Richman
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The Evolution Championship Series is back, and it’s coming with eight confirmed fighting games. Evo 2023 will be held at the Mandalay Bay resort in Las Vegas, Nevada just like last year. It will take place from August 4 to August 6. But what games are being featured this year? The following games are featured in the Evo 2023 lineup: Street Fighter 6 Guilty Gear Strive Dragon Ball FighterZ Tekken …
How to use the scanner in Atomic Heart?
William Davis
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There is one tool in Atomic Heart that you must master. This is the tool that will allow you to discover everything that is available around you for the taking. Here, we’ll teach you how to use the scanner in Atomic Heart. Atomic Heart is one of the most anticipated titles coming out in 2023. Developed by Mundfish, Atomic Heart takes place in an alternate timeline during the year 1955. …
Pro-Soviet stance adds to Atomic Heart controversy on release day
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On the day of its release, Atomic Heart is already facing controversy. The FPS game developed by Mundfish is missing ray tracing, a feature that players expected to be included, considering how the game promotion features an Nvidia tech demo. According to Wikipedia, ray tracing is “a technique for modeling light transport for use in a wide variety of rendering algorithms for generating digital images”. With the development of advanced …
Is Jensen Ackles in Atomic Heart? We have the answer
Fariha Bhatti
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Atomic Heart is finally out, and fans are already disappointed. The game itself is fine, but gamers are asking: Is Jensen Ackles in Atomic Heart? The FPS action role-playing has been under development for quite some time now, and regular teasers have only added to the hype. So naturally, players couldn’t wait to fight off superpowered robots who had gone rogue. Set in an alternate-history 1950s Soviet Union, Atomic Heart …
Street Fighter 6 Capcom Cup to feature $2 million prize pool
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When Street Fighter 6 releases in June, pro fighting gamers are getting a shot at $2 million and a change of pace. Street Fighter 6 developer Capcom has announced that the first major yearly event for the game will feature the largest prize pool in the history of fighting game esports. Capcom Cup 2024, which will take place in February of that year, will feature $2 million in prizes, including …
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