When it’s done well, this genre is unmatched in its variety and scale. 2025 has already given us some fantastic titles like Ghost of Yotei and Split Fiction, and there’s still more to come this year. Plus, the first few months of 2026 are already shaping up to be exciting, with several major action-adventure games on the horizon. Here’s a look at the ones everyone will be talking about.
Analysts, those modern-day prophets, have outlined the next moves and the most important support and resistance lines. One can only hope they’re not prophesying their own demise. 🕯️
Wedson believes that every major altcoin bull run has been fueled by a large influx of new money. He points out that between 2020 and 2022, crypto and Web3 companies received billions in funding, which then spread throughout the market. He argues that without this significant investment, it’s much less likely to see altcoins rise together in a coordinated way.
Farming simulation games are really popular in the indie game world, so developers are constantly putting their own unique twists on the familiar gameplay. Some, like Fields of Mistria and Starsand Island, emphasize the adventure and combat found in games like Stardew Valley, with more detailed fighting and exploration. Others, such as Roots of Pacha, reimagine the genre in different historical settings, like the Stone Age. Now, a new game lets players experience the peaceful life of a rural Japanese village.
Looking for an immersive game where your choices matter and each playthrough feels unique? These titles offer a wide range of experiences – from traditional role-playing games to action-packed shooters and creative crafting games. With stories that change based on your decisions, they’re sure to provide hours of entertainment.
Despite being very different games, both The Sims 4 and Skyrim have remained incredibly popular for over ten years. Fans of The Sims 4 have been recreating locations from other games, including Skyrim. For instance, the city of Whiterun from Skyrim has been completely rebuilt within The Sims 4 by dedicated players. While The Sims 4 has some building restrictions, the game still offers almost limitless potential for players to design and build their own towns and cities.
Originally a series of novels by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié, Wicked reimagines The Wizard of Oz from the point of view of the Wicked Witch. It became a hugely popular Broadway musical in 2003, and was later adapted into a 2024 movie that only covered the first half of the story. Now, the cast of Wicked: For Good is back to finish the tale in theaters, with Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda taking center stage.
Recent years haven’t been great for video game fans of vampires, with much-hyped games like Redfall and Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 failing to impress. However, 2026 is looking bright, with several promising titles on the horizon – including The Duskbloods, Code Vein 2, Vampire Crawlers, and The Blood of the Dawnwalker. These games all seem to offer unique and captivating experiences. Before these new releases arrive and hopefully revitalize the genre, let’s take a look back at some of the best vampire games from the last ten years (2015 onward), and what made them special.
I remember checking out LUCID when it was just a Kickstarter project back in September 2023 – it totally blew past its goal, earning over $82,000 from over 1,300 backers! The developers were awesome and gave backers a playable demo in May 2024, and they’ve been showing off gameplay trailers ever since. I was excited to see it at the Winter OTK Games Expo, and they finally announced a release date: Spring 2026! Can’t wait!
Trafalgar Law is a very powerful pirate in the world of One Piece, considered part of the ‘Worst Generation’. After the events of Wano, he gained a massive bounty of 3 billion berries, and many believe he still has the potential to become even stronger, despite his recent defeat by Blackbeard.