Games

It’s incredibly rare to find shiny Pokémon while playing Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, but one player recently had amazing luck. These older games have a couple of challenges when it comes to shiny Pokémon. Unlike newer versions, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen don’t have a Shiny Charm to help, and a breeding technique called the Masuda Method isn’t available. Plus, the chances of finding a shiny Pokémon are very low – only about 1 in 8,192 Pokémon encountered will be shiny, half the rate of more recent games.

The 2006 anime series The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, based on the popular light novels by Nagaru Tanigawa with illustrations by Noizi Ito, quickly became a hit when it first aired. While it seems like a typical high school comedy at first, the show actually includes elements of science fiction like time travel, aliens, and even a protagonist who develops godlike abilities. The ending theme, “Hare Hare Yukai,” is still widely recognized and enjoyed by anime fans today, with people continuing to recreate the dance online and at events. Now, fans can look forward to a fantastic new release that’s sure to delight longtime followers of the series.

A well-known source for Pokémon news has shared a potential release timeframe for Pokémon Winds and Waves on Twitter, and it’s likely to disappoint fans. Pokémon Winds and Waves will be the tenth generation of Pokémon games, and were first shown in a detailed three-minute trailer on Pokémon Day, February 27th. This trailer provided much more information than the initial reveal of the ninth generation games, which only showed the titles and starter Pokémon. However, the announcement also revealed that Pokémon Winds and Waves isn’t expected to release until 2027.

The Kickstarter campaign for Temtem: Pioneers ends in less than 48 hours. You can get the game for about $30 by choosing a reward tier that doesn’t include extra Kickstarter perks or access to the upcoming alpha version. Keep in mind the full game isn’t expected until 2028, so skipping the alpha means a longer wait. Temtem: Pioneers offers a survival-focused experience, appealing to a slightly different audience, while still featuring the beloved creatures and monster-catching gameplay of Temtem. Existing Temtem fans will finally be able to explore a new area called Downbelow.

Want to learn more about Wolverine’s history in Marvel Comics? We’ll share some surprising and little-known facts about his life, including details about his family – both by blood and those he considers family.

If you ask someone in a few years to picture a pirate, they’ll probably think of a fictional character like Kermit the Frog dressed as a captain, rather than a real historical pirate like Anne Bonny or Black Bart. It’s surprising when you think about it, but the idea of a pirate is often more exciting than the reality. So, let’s explore the most memorable pirates from books, movies, video games, and, of course, anime!

I remember when D&D Beyond first came out – it was such a cool idea! It started as an unofficial app, but officially licensed, to help us manage our Dungeons & Dragons games online. Then, in 2022, Hasbro bought them, which meant Wizards of the Coast was directly behind it. Since then, they’ve really integrated it into the official D&D experience, and honestly, it’s become the go-to digital tool for playing the game. It’s just amazing how much it’s grown!

Over time, Asta and Yuno have become incredibly popular characters, and fans always get excited when they appear. Now that the Black Clover manga is finished, anime fans might be looking for other shows with a similarly beloved duo.

The show The Bear centers on Carmy Berzatto, a highly skilled chef who comes back to Chicago to run his family’s sandwich shop after his brother passes away. He tries to revamp the struggling restaurant while dealing with a challenging kitchen staff, his own grief, and intense pressure to succeed. Though often labeled a comedy, The Bear is considered one of the best shows in its genre due to its realistic pace and honest portrayal of difficult themes like depression and loss—all while still managing to be funny.

The game Neverness to Everness launched globally on April 28th and 29th, only a week after becoming available in its home country of China. It quickly gained popularity with players and critics alike, earning a 75 on OpenCritic. Reviewers praised its distinctive urban fantasy world, engaging combat, complex gameplay, and compelling story introduction.