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Here’s how old Naruto is during Shippuden and Boruto
Steven Rondina
From the original series to Boruto, Naruto is seen at different ages through around 20 years during the franchise’s events. Because of that, it’s worth keeping track of the age of Naruto and other characters across the series’ three parts. Naruto starts off the series as a goofy child, but later in Boruto, Naruto is a husband and a father of two children. Though there isn’t necessarily much character development …
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How to play GTFO during its next free weekend Rundown event
William Davis
Co-op horror GTFO is having a free weekend to celebrate its seventh Rundown, but what exactly is a Rundown? With the introduction of its seventh Rundown, GTFO is hosting a free weekend ending June 20. The four-day event lets players try out the unique mix between survival horror and stealth shooting. Players who enjoy their time in the terrifying Complex can also pick up the game for 25% off. Here’s …
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Who was the person at the end of the Bayonetta 3 trailer?
William Davis
The end of the Bayonetta 3 trailer may show a brand new character, a returning favorite, or a shocking crossover. Bayonetta fans hadn’t heard much about the upcoming third game before a surprise gameplay reveal at a Nintendo Direct in 2021. The sneak peek showed an updated look for Bayonetta herself as well as a bunch of new and seemingly controllable giant monsters. At the end of the trailer, a …
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How to play the Anger Foot demo, a new one-hit-kill action game
William Davis
The new Anger Foot demo combines high-octane gameplay and sneakerhead culture into a potentially charming action game. Anger Foot is the newest action game from Free Lives and Devolver Digital. The game combines Hotline Miami mechanics with a first-person perspective. The game’s name comes from the protagonist’s own foot, which he uses to express his anger against enemies, doors, grenades, televisions, and anything else he finds in his way. To …
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Here’s what we know about Fallout 5 after Bethesda’s reveal
Olivia Richman
Fallout 5 will be a reality for fans of the post-apocalyptic, sci-fi, open-world RPG series. Some day. Fallout 76 is the latest Fallout to come out. The announcement in 2018 was met with excitement from Fallout players who would be able to come across other adventurers in an otherwise desolate wasteland for the first time. But Fallout 76 failed to meet expectations, with the maps feeling largely empty and fans …
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Who is Jack Hanma, and why do Baki fans love him so much?
Steven Rondina
Jack Hanma is one of the most popular characters in the Baki franchise, and it’s entirely thanks to his brutal fighting style. While there are some bombastic characters with over-the-top personalities in Baki, that’s not the case with Jack Hanma. The half-brother of Baki and son of Yujiro is largely stoic and softspoken. What sets him apart from the rest of the cast is the consistent brutality of his fights. …
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What we know about new Street Fighter 6 character Kimberly
Olivia Richman
Street Fighter 6 was officially revealed in June and offered an exact release date to fighting game fans after years of anticipation. Soon after, leaked artwork appeared online that seemingly revealed all 22 characters coming to the game with the artwork being confirmed with later character reveals. New Street Fighter 6 character Kimberly has gotten more attention than anyone else thus far. Every Street Fighter game has new faces and …
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Sonic Frontiers is getting bad reviews, but will it be delayed?
Olivia Richman
Sonic Frontiers is unlike any other Sonic game that yet existed. And that may be a bad thing. The demo for Sonic Frontiers has been out for a few days and fans of the franchise have had a chance to immerse themselves in an entirely new Sonic world. Unfortunately, a lot of reviewers have been disappointed with what they experienced. Fans of Sonic the Hedgehog have been concerned about the …
Who is Valve? The company behind CSGO, Dota 2, and Steam
William Davis
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Valve is one of the most important companies in all of gaming, but it often prefers to stay out of the spotlight. While most know it as the development studio behind Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and Dota 2, Valve is a lot more than just another games studio. The Washington state-based company has a long history of modifying existing games and developing new series out of them. On top of that, …
Is the Mario Strikers: Battle League First Kick demo still up?
Olivia Richman
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Nintendo fans contemplating if they should purchase Mario Strikers: Battle League may be looking for a test run before committing to a purchase. But is the Mario Strikers: Battle League First Kick demo still available to download? First Kick came out earlier in June, allowing players to experience Mario Strikers before it was released on June 10. First Kick didn’t have all of the features of the full game. Online …
How to find the right niche for your Twitch stream
William Davis
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If you are looking to get into Twitch streaming in a serious way with the hopes of becoming a top streamer, the best thing to do is to claim a niche. It’s the path to success for many successful streamers, who often branch into other content once they’ve established a fan base. Instinct will tell you to check out what other people are doing, find the most successful, and model …
Four big gaming industry trends to watch for
William Davis
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With the launches of the Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and Steam Deck, the gaming industry is undergoing a major shift. Esports is another trend that is taking the industry by storm. However, next-generation hardware isn’t the only trend in the gaming industry to keep an eye on. There are many crucial changes brewing that will transform the way people engage with the industry for years to come. Here are …
Is Melina a boss in Elden Ring, or could she become one in DLC?
Steven Rondina
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Melina is one of the most popular characters in Elden Ring and all signs point to her being a boss fight. But is that actually the case? Melina is the Tarnished’s primary ally in Elden Ring, taking on the role of characters like the Fire Keeper in Dark Souls 3 and Plain Doll in Bloodborne. Unlike the Fire Keeper and Plain Doll, Melina is seen in combat during Elden Ring. …
Hollow Knight: Silksong new gameplay features revealed
William Davis
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After years of waiting, Hollow Knight fans got to see Hollow Knight: Silksong in action thanks to a new gameplay trailer. During the Xbox and Bethesda Game Showcase event, Hollow Knight: Silksong finally got a gameplay trailer. The new footage shows off Hornet’s expanded move set as well as some new environments for players to explore. Hollow Knight fans have been waiting for a Silksong trailer ever since the game …
Mario Strikers: Battle League fans miss Daisy, will she be DLC?
Olivia Richman
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Mario Strikers: Battle League has been praised by Nintendo fans, but the slim roster, lack of fan-favorite characters like Daisy, and looming possibility of what should be base content coming as DLC has some frustrated. Mario Strikers: Battle League only had just 10 characters on release, with some fan favorites missing from the roster. Many fans are wondering about whether some of their favorites are getting bumped down the totem …
How to get into the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta test
William Davis
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is getting a surprise beta test, but you can’t get in just by filling out an online form. Summer Games Fest gave fans a first look at Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, the followup to the Modern Warfare reboot that started in 2019. After a thrilling level involving swaying ships and close-quarters combat, developer Infinity Ward surprised players with the announcement of a …
The complete watch order for all Naruto anime and movies
Steven Rondina
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If you’re looking to watch the entire Naruto story in order, you’ve come to the right place. Naruto is 20 years old now and the series remains incredibly popular. Some of that is because new content keeps getting put out by Masashi Kishimoto and company, but a lot of it is because the Naruto series and character are basically timeless. Those looking to get into it face a big challenge …
The best characters to use in Mario Strikers: Battle League
Olivia Richman
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There are currently only 10 characters on the Mario Strikers: Battle League roster, and all are classic Nintendo characters with their own unique stats and abilities. When creating your four-person squad in Mario Strikers, you may be wondering which characters are the best to use if you want a competitive edge on your opponents. Here is how to make the perfect team in Mario Strikers: Battle League. The first thing …
Which house should you pick in Hogwarts Legacy?
Fariha Bhatti
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Hogwarts Legacy may not include legendary Harry Potter characters, but the familiar houses are at the center of the game’s storyline. You may want to pick yours carefully. When Hogwarts Legacy was teased, fans were expecting to play as their favorite characters from the movies and books, but the trailer poured cold water on players’ enthusiasm. Instead, the game will have a story set over 100 years before the start …
Want to get all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s how!
Olivia Richman
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You may be wondering what the stars mean after you complete a cup in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. These stars are actually the game’s ranking system, and the better you do in a cup, the more stars you’ll see. Want to get all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s how you can do it. The highest number of stars you can earn for each Grand Prix cup in …
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