Like every year, 2025 had plenty of popular anime series. Throughout the year, a diverse range of shows—both new and returning—kept viewers hooked. People tuned in to follow exciting storylines and get lost in captivating worlds, whether it was a unique fantasy or a heartwarming story.
It’s no surprise people are excited about a possible remake of Assassin’s Creed 4: Black Flag. Many fans consider Black Flag to be the best game in the Assassin’s Creed series, praising its unique pirate setting, ship combat, and immersive world. It was a truly innovative game for its time, and a return to that era is very appealing. The remake, reportedly titled Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced, will also incorporate lessons learned from Ubisoft’s more recent games, aiming to update the experience. While it’s difficult to predict exactly how this will turn out, it sounds like a potentially great project.
Early computer games came on physical CDs, but now digital downloads have completely transformed PC gaming. For years, PC gamers – often called the “PC Master Race” – have boasted about having the best games, graphics, and performance. This is possible, though it requires a powerful and expensive computer. Because consoles typically offer less power for the price, many gamers have chosen to invest in PCs instead. It’s no surprise, then, that platforms like Steam are more popular than ever.
It’s hard to say if 2026 will bring another breakout hit like Clair Obscur, but many smaller, newer studios are busy developing exciting and unique games. We’re already starting to see what could be the next big indie successes, with these companies planning everything from visually striking 2D platformers to immersive story-driven adventures. Keep reading for a preview of some potential hidden gems coming in 2026.
Roronoa Zoro, a fan-favorite character in One Piece, has a big goal: to become the world’s greatest swordsman. He’s aided in this quest by Enma, a powerful and legendary sword. But Enma isn’t the only incredibly strong weapon out there, so let’s take a look at some even more formidable armaments.
Grubblers are easy to catch – they don’t fight back like larger pests called Vermin. The trick is finding them and knowing where to look. This guide will show you how to quickly spot and collect plenty of Grubblers, letting you unlock all the available crafting options.
Gaming trends change, but first-person shooters are here to stay. Classic games like Wolfenstein, DOOM, Call of Duty, Duke Nukem, and Battlefield established a strong and enjoyable base that continues to attract players.
Christopher Moore, a VP at Micron, explained the company’s recent decision and addressed the negative reaction from customers in an interview with WCCFTech.
The animated film Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle received a Golden Globe nomination for ‘Best Motion Picture – Animated’ at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards, which took place on January 11, 2026. However, in a surprising result, it lost to Netflix’s unexpectedly popular movie of 2025, KPop Demon Hunters. Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle was only the fifth anime film ever to be nominated for a Golden Globe, and it nearly won – it would have been the second anime film to do so, following Studio Ghibli’s 2023 film, The Boy and the Heron, if not for KPop Demon Hunters’ victory.
The gaming world is incredibly competitive right now, with major companies like Nintendo, Xbox, and PlayStation all trying to win players over with unique games and innovative features. PC gaming still provides the most options for personalization. But which platform do the team at Rant favor?