During the 2010s, game developers started competing to create memorable twists and endings to set their games apart. While many of these twists are well-remembered, not all of them were successful – some were surprisingly dark or unsatisfying for players. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest surprises and whether or not they actually worked.
Jujutsu Kaisen Modulo has been a fantastic experience for fans. The series really showcases Gege Akutami’s talent for creating a rich world and compelling characters. Even though it’s a short manga, the quality of Akutami’s work remains exceptionally high.
Despite being released late in the year, Ghost of Yotei has quickly become a favorite among PlayStation players. Developed by Sucker Punch Productions, it’s one of just a handful of games exclusive to the PS5, and it’s gained attention for its beautiful graphics and engaging gameplay. Although there was some pre-release discussion surrounding the game, Ghost of Yotei has received generally positive reviews, currently holding an 87 score on OpenCritic. Reviewers consistently praise its stunning visuals and exciting combat, and recently, even another developer has spoken highly of the title.
While powerful Legendary weapons are available in ARC Raiders, they can be costly to replace if lost. That’s why some of the most effective weapons are actually the more affordable options, like the Ferro, Anvil, and Stitcher. To really maximize the Anvil’s potential, players need to find the Anvil Splitter, a rare Tech Mod that’s difficult to obtain, both the item itself and its blueprint.
This article focuses on how some PlayStation 4 games might have been better suited for other consoles. Issues like poor performance and lengthy loading times sometimes make you wonder if these games would have run more smoothly elsewhere. However, this doesn’t mean the games are necessarily bad on the PS4 – just that they could have potentially been better on a different system.
LEGO set prices in the U.S. remained generally stable throughout 2025. However, in March, four sets from the Jurassic World Rebirth line—the Brachiosaurus Discovery (76960), Raptor Off-Road Escape (76972), Raptor and Titanosaurus Tracking Mission (76973), and Spinosaurus and Quetzalcoatlus Air Mission (76976)—experienced price increases of 5% to 10%.
I always look forward to December when 4Gamer, a Japanese gaming site, does their annual interviews with heads of big game studios in Japan. Atlus, the team behind Persona, is almost always part of it, and they usually tease what they’re up to without giving away too much detail. It’s fun trying to read between the lines and guess what they’re working on next!
While fast travel is convenient in many open-world games, sometimes it’s more enjoyable to explore naturally or simply use the game’s movement systems. Games like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt really benefit from fast travel, and even though The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Red Dead Redemption 2 aren’t traditional RPGs, they also make good use of it. Now, let’s move on to the games that do prioritize a slower pace.
Just as Final Fantasy 14 released its latest update, version 7.4, players in North America experienced frustrating server problems. Many were randomly disconnected from the game, though not everyone was affected. Initially, Square Enix and players thought a cyberattack was to blame, but it turned out a problem with equipment managed by the Japanese company NTT was the likely cause. Some resourceful players found a temporary fix by using VPNs to route their connections around the faulty equipment while Square Enix worked on a permanent solution.
Developed by AdHoc Studio, Dispatch quickly became a standout indie game in 2025. It tells the unique story of Robert Robertson III, formerly the superhero Mecha Man, who now works as an emergency dispatcher for a team of reformed supervillains. Despite strong competition from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Dispatch received nominations for Best Debut Indie Game and Players Voice at The Game Awards 2025. It’s been incredibly well-received on Steam, earning an “Overwhelmingly Positive” rating with 97% of players recommending it.