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Pokémon Sword & Shield are finally out for the Switch, but what about everyone who does not own Nintendo’s latest hardware? Or, perhaps, are searching for something similar but still different enough to Game Freak’s franchise? As a license, Pokémon has inspired countless RPGmaker copycats, with quite a few being worth checking out. Despite Pokémon’s popularity, it is not particularly easy to find titles that scratch the same itch on consoles not owned by Nintendo....

You may be about to start The Legend of Zelda: The Breath of the Wild or have made some progress. Breath of the Wild is the winner of numerous awards, including Game of the Year, Most Anticipated Game, and Best Action/Adventure at The Game Awards. With a plot more convoluted than we care to admit, it’s an epic adventure that takes place in the Hyrule Kingdom, after the events of Ocarina of Time....

After the series ending in 2014, Kill la Kill makes a return in video game form with Kill la Kill –IF. A loose adaptation of the series, Kill la Kill –IF is a flashy fighting game that has just as much spirit and fire as its anime counterpart. If you’re a fan of the series or just of anime fighters in general, it’s easy to quickly jump into things. After all, Kill la Kill did make its name off of throwing caution to the wind....

The very first Devil May Cry game was released in 2001 on the PlayStation 2. What initially began as an early concept for Resident Evil 4 became the standard for a new sub-genre of hack-and-slash action-adventure games. Despite being looked at as a sub-genre of its own, the Devil May Cry series harked back to classic beat em ups like Golden Axe, Double Dragon, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade. The major difference, of course, is that games in the same genre as DMC are usually single-player affairs giving its players a sense of power....

When Naughty Dog released Uncharted in 2007, they brought us one of the most widely respected and adored characters in video game history in the main protagonist Nathan Drake. Drake is a wisecracking, treasure hunter who never ceases to amaze with his wide knowledge in the mythical legends and his can do attitude. Although his adventures are something concocted within our wildest dreams, it is Naughty Dog’s ability to make him such a relatable character which keeps him close to our hearts....

The funny thing about the generic cop thriller 21 Bridges is that the title conceit–that the NYPD must close all 21 bridges (along with three tunnels and assorted other exits) to Manhattan in order to keep a pair of dangerous criminals trapped on the island–ends up meaning so little to the story. The concept suggests a cat-and-mouse game, with the police and bad guys trying to outwit each other as the latter seek an escape from the densely packed borough....

Over the past century, Disney has given us over and over again timeless stories and fairy tale classics ranging from all varieties of genres. Whether it is the story of a benevolent princess having fallen to a disastrous curse or the underdog transforming from the weak nobody to a world renowned hero, Disney movies have sparked the imagination in kids and adults alike not only entertaining us over the years but also teaching us about life lessons along the way....

Twitch streamer 39Daph succumbed to temptation and looked up Ashley’s skirt in Resident Evil 4. Resident Evil has crossed a lot of genres over the years. While the original Resident Evil and Resident Evil 2 were more-focused horror games, by the time the series arrived at Resident Evil 4 it had become much more action-focused. Although there were still plenty of jump scares and scary encounters with terrifying monsters, you were more empowered to tackle your problem head-on with an arsenal of weapon sold to you from a mysterious stranger....

Without overcomplicating things, Wordle is a straightforward game in which the right letters can often lead you to the answer swiftly. However, sometimes, it can be hard just to get them in the right positions. So instead of fumbling around and wasting your guesses, why not get some help for some of the common words that fit the criteria? In order to help you on your way, we will go through all 5-letter words starting with NK to help narrow down your choices in this helpful guide....

Triangle Strategy is a brand new tactical RPG that’s just been released for the Nintendo Switch, and it serves as an homage to old school tactical RPGs such as Final Fantasy Tactics and Tactics Ogre. While the UI and gameplay elements have been streamlined and modernized to make it more welcoming for newcomers, it can still be a pretty challenging experience overall. Here are a few Triangle Strategy beginner tips to help get you started on the right foot....

People praise Rockstar for their massive open worlds and playground like-sandboxes that give players the freedom to create chaos as they see fit. The Grand Theft Auto series seemingly endless thanks to its replayability factor and you can load into a multitude of cities (depending on the title) to do whatever you please. Red Dead Redemption is very much the same way, offering up endless hours of fun thanks to its living, breathing, open world....

GSC Game World has provided a fresh update on its staff and the development of its upcoming project Stalker 2, amidst the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine. The video, below, is a tough and often extraordinary watch - but one which details how life has changed for the game’s team over the course of this year. Many GSC staff have now fled Ukraine, though others have been unable to. Here, those still in the country show their current living conditions, describe the destruction around them, and in some cases speak from the war’s frontlines - where they have gone to fight for their country....

The teams over at Movie Games and Road Studio showed off new gameplay footage for Alaskan Truck Simulator at the PC Games Show 2022. In the new trailer, various aspects of the sim’s features were displayed, such as the ability to freely hop in and out of the cabin and interact with standard objects like gas pumps to manually fuel the truck. Rather than simply playing a simple game of show-and-tell, the devs also released a playable demo on Steam to give the community a chance to get their own hands dirty with this gritty new truck sim....

It has been a great time for fans of obscure and ancient platformers lately. For example, there is a new Wonder Boy game coming out later this year. Right on its heels, another forgotten platforming icon from yesteryear is making a resurgence. Before Sonic the Hedgehog was a twinkle in Sega’s eye, Alex Kidd was Sega’s posterboy. Well, the little monkey lad is making a return in Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX, and we have a new trailer that announces its upcoming June release date....

Outriders has a stacked cast of great actors and actresses that have lent their voices to make each character in the game stand out. Below, we’ve detailed the entire voice acting cast for the game. Meet the Voice Actors of Outriders’ Voice Cast Male Main Character – Dusan Dukic The male variant of Outriders’ main character is played by Dusan Dukic, a Yugoslavian actor best known for his supporting appearances in The United States vs....

When Assassin’s Creed was first released, I myself had high hopes. After playing the game all the way through, I was ultimately disappointed with the overall product. A good game, yes, but definetly lacking in some areas. Assassin’s Creed 2, released on November 17th, hopes to remedy the mistakes of its predecessor. So buckle up, grab a bite, take a bathroom break for all I care! The review starts now....

Oculus Quest owners will soon be able to play Oculus Rift games on their VR headsets via a software download called Oculus Link, Oculus announced at its recent Connect 6 livestream. Oculus is the leading brand in VR at the moment. The company is consistently working to innovate upon the technology to allow users more immersive and higher-quality experiences than ever before. The Oculus Rift is one of the best VR headsets around and when Oculus released the Quest, VR gaming took another leap forward....

Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus: Release date, rumours and everything you need to know Leaked drawings show Samsung Galaxy S8 with a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner What is Bixby? Everything you need to know Samsung Galaxy S8 release date: 26 February, 29 March, 15 April, 18 April, take your pick

Hot on the heels of a live-action teaser trailer, new details have emerged for Prey 2, the forthcoming sequel to the FPS that blended Native American spirituality with an alien invasion. Posted on the NeoGAF forums, one subscriber to Game Reactor has unleashed some of the more juicy tidbits, including details on the story and new protagonist. Probably the most intriguing element taken from the article is the way in which this entry in the series, picked up by Zenimax Media, will inform the events of the first game....

As the second season of Blizzard’s shooter Overwatch 2 passes the halfway mark, fans are turning their attention to the upcoming third season, and what may be in store. New seasons mean new content for fans in the form of new heroes, new maps, new game modes and much more – so what do we know so far about the next big update for the game? NOW BUY: Get the Overwatch 2 Watchpoint Pack on Xbox from Green Man Gaming...