In the sixth generation of Pokemon games, Heliolisk was first introduced – this is an Electric/Normal type creature. To get hold of Heliolisk in Pokemon X and Y, players must evolve a Helioptile using a Sun Stone after catching it either on Route 9 or Friend Safari. Heliolisk can be a strong choice for trainers because it has access to potent Electric-type moves like Thunderbolt, Electrify, and Thunder.
According to Grubb’s statements, the upcoming God of War game, based on Greek mythology, won’t be a remaster or a direct sequel to God of War Ragnarok. Instead, it appears to be a spin-off or side story, leading some gamers to ponder the possibility of a Miles Morales-inspired offshoot following Ragnarok. However, despite Grubb’s initial suggestion that this side project might be discussed during God of War’s anniversary celebration in April, Santa Monica Studios has remained relatively quiet on the matter. More recently, Grubb reported that the release date for this new God of War game has been pushed back internally to 2026, which could potentially offer several advantages.
Similar to its previous version, the Switch 2’s operating system undergoes periodic updates to enhance performance, squash existing glitches, and sometimes introduce fresh user features. However, these updates often tackle a wide range of unspecified bugs and stability concerns. The update version 20.1.5 for the Switch 2 is an example of this, as its patch notes merely mentioned general system stability enhancements. To get the 20.1.5 firmware update, Switch 2 consoles need to be connected to the internet. After a quick download, the console will automatically reboot.
Re-exploring these titles again and having the ability to resume my progress on hardware that ensures a consistent frame rate has been quite enjoyable. Similar to other articles in this retro compatibility series for Switch 2, I will discuss performance, graphics, load times, and my expectations for any potential update.
Here’s my attempt:
Hey there fellow gaming enthusiast! Let’s dive right in together – Broken Arrow is an exhilarating real-time strategy/tactics game that has been generating quite the buzz among us gamers since 2025. In fact, it’s the most eagerly anticipated strategy game of the year and boasts over a million players chomping at the bit to get their hands on it! So, are you ready to join the ranks of those who can’t wait for this incredible gaming experience? Let’s make it happen!
Previously this month, developer FromSoftware announced that they would be introducing more powerful iterations of the Nightlords into their upcoming co-op action RPG. The first of these enhanced enemies, known as Everdark Sovereigns, has unexpectedly appeared. According to a post from publisher Bandai Namco, Adel, Baron of the Night (from the Gaping Jaw expedition), is currently leading the charge for players who have already defeated the initial boss in this new version.
Each week, you’ll encounter the formidable Boss with the Wide Maw, who will be joined by other Everdark Rulers in a rotating schedule. This rotation showcases powerful enemies for players to challenge not only their skills but also their camaraderie.
2025 marked the full release of Age of Darkness: Final Stand, which was my first game review for Firaxis this year. Reminiscent of They Are Billions, Age of Darkness: Final Stand is an engaging dark fantasy survival real-time strategy (RTS) with unique twists. Players find themselves in a bleak world overrun by ominous entities known as “Nightmares,” tasked with constructing and safeguarding humanity’s final strongholds against endless assaults. The game’s advanced “SwarmTech” technology allows for the simultaneous rendering of tens of thousands of enemies on screen, resulting in intense and visually striking “Death Nights” that test a player’s strategic skills. For me, the standout feature was its lengthy and strategically designed campaign, with enough surprises to keep players hooked from start to finish. Age of Darkness: Final Stand boasts straightforward yet enjoyable base-building mechanics, resource management, and a diverse cast of unique heroes. It provides a challenging single-player experience and eagerly awaited cooperative multiplayer mode.
There’s uncertainty about whether the game will be launched on Xbox systems, but there might be a chance for it on the Nintendo Switch 2, hinted by a recent leak. To mark the game’s triumph on PC, Shift Up presented a brand new Nintendo Switch 2 to each of its staff members, fueling speculation about a potential Switch 2 launch.
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