Players are free to start completing bounties whenever they like to earn silver and Contribution Points. Capturing Simon de Montfort doesn’t require any forced battles – the main challenge is usually a blocked path. But don’t worry, there’s still a way to claim Simon’s bounty early on, and we’ll explain how below.
The newly announced anime, Tomb Raider King, immediately drew comparisons to Solo Leveling due to its similar look and feel, leading many fans to call it a copy. Despite the criticism, Tomb Raider King is scheduled to premiere on Crunchyroll in July 2026. While the visual similarities are raising questions, the series is still expected to gain a following. A specific release date will be announced in the coming months.
Beyond the main story, open-world games often hide rewarding opportunities for players who venture off the beaten path. These can include extra experience, valuable loot, challenging puzzles, and even completely hidden boss fights. These optional bosses are usually a surprising and difficult test of skill, and are often the hardest encounters in the game – though not required to finish the story. They demand patience and dedication, but offer a great sense of accomplishment. Let’s explore some open-world games where discovering these hidden bosses is a key part of the adventure, adding an extra layer of excitement and reward.
Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness is a unique game in the Pokemon series, created by Genius Sonority. Players take on the role of Michael, a young boy in the Orre region, who must rescue and purify Pokemon that have been corrupted into “Shadow Pokemon” by the villainous Team Cipher. Similar to Pokemon Colosseum, battles are primarily fought with two Pokemon on each side, and you mainly catch Pokemon by using a special device called the “Snag Machine” to take Shadow Pokemon from other trainers.
Explaining the ‘Contradiction’ quest in Crimson Desert to the Guard Captain can be tricky, so we’ve created a simple, step-by-step guide to help you identify the correct person responsible and see they are brought to justice.
You can find Dragonite in Pokemon Pokopia by building a Waterside Dinghy Habitat. This habitat requires one canoe, two Duckweed plants, and two water squares. It’s important to build this habitat at a high location, like in the Sparkling Skylands. You won’t be able to get the Glide ability from Dragonite until you reach the Sparkling Skylands and accept a story request from Froakie to find it – this request appears early in the area’s story.
Since its release, Horizon Chase Turbo has generally received positive reviews, currently holding a score of 79 on OpenCritic. With so many games available on the Nintendo Switch eShop, it’s understandable if some players haven’t discovered it. However, those who have played it have largely enjoyed the experience. The Switch doesn’t have racing games like Gran Turismo or Forza Horizon, and while Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is popular, Horizon Chase Turbo offers a different kind of racing experience that many Switch owners have been looking for. Unfortunately, it won’t be available on the system much longer.
The Tokyo Empire, once the home of the Kusakabe brothers, is largely beyond saving, consumed by relentless flames. As one world ends, another is beginning, and the brothers are determined to influence how Earth transforms. The world of Fire Force needs to evolve towards the style of Soul Eater, as fans remember, and the Kusakabes’ actions regarding Haumea – or what they reveal to the surprisingly calm saintess – may be the key to making that happen.
Players are now asking for more changes to Crimson Desert after the game received a significant update focused on improving the initial experience. This first major patch addressed early feedback by adding features like personal storage, more fast-travel points, and adjustments to how players unlock abilities. Because Pearl Abyss seems responsive to player suggestions, the community is actively discussing what they’d like to see improved next, and mounts are currently a hot topic of conversation.
It’s easy to see why people love To Your Eternity, so it’s tough to find another anime that’s just as good. However, there are a few series that offer a similar, deeply moving exploration of life, death, and everything in between – and might even be a little bit better.