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Discovering Legendary Pokémon in the new game feels more connected to the open world and the way the story unfolds. While Pokémon Legends: Z-A offers a fresh take on finding shiny Pokémon, it doesn’t quite reach the same level as the Dynamax Adventures introduced in Pokémon Sword and Shield’s Crown Tundra expansion. The shiny hunting in Pokémon Legends: Z-A is different and enjoyable, and it’s a good improvement overall, but even after five years, Dynamax Adventures remain the best way to hunt for rare Pokémon.

Even though Solo Leveling is incredibly popular worldwide, it hasn’t become a top anime hit in Japan, as shown by the recent Newtype Anime Awards. At the awards, Solo Leveling lost to another anime from the same studio, Makeine: Too Many Losing Heroines! which is now getting a second season. Makeine Season 2 is currently in production, and fans are hoping it will be released by 2027.

Instead of listing famous game worlds, this article focuses on places that gradually feel comfortable and familiar as you play. If you haven’t played these games in a while, hopefully this will remind you how much you enjoyed them and inspire you to revisit them.

In Arknights: Endgame, increasing your maximum stamina relies on collecting Aurylene. You don’t directly use Aurylene to improve stamina, but rather exchange it for upgrades using TP Points.

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The anime and manga series One Piece is now focused on the Elbaf arc, which is a very important stepping stone towards the story’s epic conclusion. Many believe this arc will lead directly into a massive war. Fans estimate that the story is about halfway through Elbaf, and things are expected to become even more intense as it progresses.

While companies like Square Enix and Atlus are famous for JRPGs, Nintendo’s Monolith Soft has proven it can create games just as good as titles like Final Fantasy and Persona. The Xenoblade Chronicles series stands out with its exciting, action-focused battles and deep character customization. However, it’s the story that truly captivates players. Even with older graphics from its original Wii release, Xenoblade Chronicles remains a prime example of compelling storytelling, addictive gameplay, and a beautifully realized world – and many still consider its narrative to be unmatched.

Jujutsu Kaisen has quickly become one of the most popular action-packed Shonen series in recent years. The original manga was fantastic, and the final story arc – a thrilling raid against Sukuna led by Yuji Itadori – was particularly captivating.

We strongly suggest exploring the entire map in Code Vein 2 before you start collecting Golden Blood Beads. This will make getting to them much simpler.

Many classic video game series have earned their place in history, but haven’t quite lived up to their past success over the last fifteen years. While their reputations are safe, it would be great to see them return to form and remind players what made them so special.