Games

As Hollow Knight: Silksong has finally arrived, my thoughts have been wandering to other long-awaited sequels that seem to be taking forever to materialize. Of course, The Elder Scrolls 6 is like an enormous elephant in the room, as Todd Howard described it nine years ago, but I’ve chosen to keep it at arm’s length until we hear more definitive updates about its release. However, there’s another sequel that I’ve been eagerly anticipating for over a decade now – one that was teased five years ago via a trailer and hasn’t had much news since then. That highly-anticipated sequel is none other than the next Mass Effect game.

Upon entering Dune: Awakening following an update, players stepping outside will encounter Zantara’s pet bat. After this brief encounter, you’ll receive a phone call from Elara Tuek, urging you to travel to Harko Village where the Chapter 2 questline begins. Upon arrival and meeting Elara, players will witness a scene featuring Count Fenring, who will task them with locating a murderer running amok in Arakeen, marking the start of their new adventure.

Currently, Hollow Knight: Silksong boasts a stunning 98 average on OpenCritic, with an impressive nine perfect scores and one nearly-perfect rating of 98/100. This exceptional score sets it apart as the highest-rated game on the platform, surpassing heavyweight titles such as Super Mario Odyssey, Baldur’s Gate 3, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Red Dead Redemption 2, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Grand Theft Auto 4, Elden Ring, Astro Bot, The Last of Us Remastered, God of War (2018), and Persona 5 Royal. While this debut is undeniably impressive, it’s important to remember that as more reviews roll in, the score for Silksong may drop slightly.

Stories about dedicated teams of enthusiastic individuals pooling their efforts and giving it their best shot resonate powerfully with those who are still undecided about pursuing their dreams or who have faced setbacks on their journey. It’s only through sports manga that the hearts of countless readers can be stirred and a newfound determination to press forward instilled. Here’s a selection of some of the most inspiring sports manga ever produced.

This element has been a staple in farm life simulation games since their inception, with Harvest Moon 64 being my introduction to it back in 1999. I always give it top priority in these games due to the significant time required to win over a romantic NPC, and I’ve followed this approach during every Stardew Valley playthrough as well. However, despite numerous game completions, there is only one marriage candidate that I’ve never been able to marry more than once. Sam is someone I believe no player should romantically pursue, and here’s why.

Initially, when No Man’s Sky debuted in 2016, it faced significant criticism due to its ambitious promises and perceived underperformance. However, since then, the game’s developers, Hello Games, have consistently added captivating content, transforming the once-controversial title into a beloved one. With the Voyagers update launching on August 27, No Man’s Sky experienced a resurgence in popularity, reaching a record-breaking high of over 110,000 concurrent players on Steam.

In the upcoming year, it’s been confirmed that the third season of “Jujutsu Kaisen” will air. This new season will delve into the Culling Games arc from the manga, introducing a multitude of fresh characters to the series. The trailer has already showcased dozens of these new faces, generating excitement among fans who are eagerly awaiting their on-screen debuts. Here are some highly anticipated characters set to grace our screens:

First unveiled in March 2025, “Aether and Iron” presents a captivating, retro-futuristic role-playing game (RPG) with a narrative focus, blending tactical elements, set against an alternate history backdrop of 1930s New York City. In this world, anti-gravity technology, powered by the enigmatic substance known as aether, has profoundly transformed every facet of life. As players, you’ll assume the role of Gia Randazzo, a disillusioned smuggler yearning for success in the bustling metropolis of New York.

As a devoted fan gaming through the challenging world of ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’, I can’t say I’m surprised to hear that Team Cherry is working on making certain aspects of the game more approachable for players who’ve been struggling with its difficulty level since its launch last week. Across various social media platforms, gamers have voiced their concerns over bosses dishing out double damage, Hornet’s expansive hitbox, and other hurdles. It’s clear that ‘Silksong’ seems to have cranked up the challenge a notch compared to its predecessor, but some fellow enthusiasts have noted that Hornet moves with an impressive speed, which may help offset the increased difficulty.