Games

Mega Evolution was a key feature in the sixth generation of Pokemon games, letting certain Pokemon temporarily transform into stronger forms with boosted stats and sometimes even different types. While later Pokemon games introduced new battle mechanics like Terrastalization and Dynamaxing, Mega Evolution has returned as the central focus in Pokemon Legends: Z-A. The game not only brings back popular Mega Evolutions, such as Mega Lucario, but also introduces new ones for Pokemon like Feraligatr, Meganium, and Emboar.

A funny, unplanned moment captured on social media shows the Queen unexpectedly defeated and flipped over by one of her own people – a determined individual hoping to reach the stars.

The growing success of Dispatch is reminiscent of the peak of Telltale Games, as developer AdHoc has crafted a truly excellent story-driven game where your choices matter. Now that the first season of eight episodes is finished, players are eager for a second season. Because Dispatch has multiple endings depending on your decisions, a second season could establish one official ending as the definitive storyline.

We’ve all seen magic in movies and games – people transforming others, objects flying, walls of fire. While visually impressive, these systems can be restrictive, and only Hogwarts Legacy has truly become a major success in video game form. Given the vast world of magic, there are definitely more interesting and varied spell systems out there in gaming, so let’s explore some alternatives.

Even though ARC Raiders has competitive player-versus-player combat, the game’s community is known for its helpfulness. Recently, players overwhelmingly supported a community event where they were asked to donate resources to unlock the Stella Montis map. The response was so enthusiastic that the developers at Embark Studios actually increased the donation goal, but the community still achieved it in less than a day.

Players often collect a lot of disposable items during their adventures, and might be surprised by how useful some of them actually are. Many of these surprisingly effective items are common, inexpensive, and easy to craft, offering a significant power boost despite being overlooked by most players.

During the September Nintendo Direct, The Pokemon Company announced Pokemon Pokopia, a new game that takes the series in a relaxing, life-simulation direction. In Pokemon Pokopia, you play as a Ditto who has transformed into a human, and you can build a village, craft items, explore the world, and become friends with other Pokemon. Many players are comparing it to games like Animal Crossing and Minecraft because of its casual gameplay and charming, gentle art style. Now, we’re starting to learn how much the game will cost.

Players enjoyed the first Red Dead Redemption, but Red Dead Redemption 2 in 2018 really raised the bar. Open-world Western games are rare, and the Red Dead Redemption series is unique. However, if you’re looking for something similar that captures the feeling of freedom in a vast, natural setting, there are other great open-world games to explore.

Players will soon discover that learning a few simple tricks and strategies can greatly improve their chances of finding good loot – some are minor advantages, while others can completely change how effective you are. These clever looting methods help you consistently get better items, and they work well with any playstyle, whether you prefer fast-paced combat or a slower, more exploration-focused approach.

On December 2nd, Red Dead Redemption is launching on several platforms with improved graphics, including support for HDR and resolutions up to 4K, running at a smooth 60 frames per second. It’s also coming to the Nintendo Switch 2, where it will work with the system’s mouse controls, and feature DLSS and HDR. Plus, Netflix is adding the game to its streaming service, meaning you’ll be able to play it on mobile devices for the first time.