This week’s Firaxis News update is a little different – it’s coming from me! I’m excited to announce I’ll be participating in The Hot Seat, a livestream event hosted by Slitherine on January 28th. Joining me will be Ian Fischer, a well-known name from Age of Empires 2, and Patrick Streppel, the Chief Product Officer at Jumpgate AB.
I was really pleased with how well my previous two articles (you can find them here and here, in case you missed them!) were received, where I discussed common historical inaccuracies in video games. So, I’m continuing the topic, because history and gaming often go together – they’re a perfect match!
Traditional Japanese role-playing games, or JRPGs, are famous for their grand adventures, tough fights, and high stakes. But recently, some JRPGs have started offering a different experience – a slower, more relaxed pace. These games let you enjoy everyday life, explore beautiful environments, and build relationships with characters without constant pressure. If you’re looking for a more laid-back JRPG, these games are worth checking out.
A standardized taxonomy for research software supply chains is crucial for consistently evaluating vulnerabilities and mitigating risks in academic and scientific computing.
A new trailer for the upcoming WWE 2K26 game was shown during the WWE Royal Rumble. It highlighted several returning and new features, including the Inferno and Dumpster matches, the ability to stack tables again, and the return of thumbtacks – a feature not seen in a WWE game since WWE Legends of WrestleMania in 2009.
The Elbaf arc in One Piece is moving quickly, and fans are excited to see the Straw Hat Pirates back in action. The recent flashback about Loki was the longest one in the series, keeping the Straw Hats off-screen for about seven months – the longest they’ve ever been absent. As a result, fans are particularly eager to see their favorite characters again, including the crew’s swordsman, Roronoa Zoro.
The highly anticipated sequel to Bandai Namco’s Code Vein launched on January 29th. The original game was well-received by critics, and early reviews of the new installment are similarly positive, praising its engaging action RPG gameplay and striking anime art style. However, player reviews on Steam haven’t been quite as enthusiastic as the professional critiques.
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The guide below contains spoilers for the main story of Code Vein 2.
Most people in the Dragon Ball universe see Mr. Satan as the strongest fighter, but the main human characters are actually quite exceptional. They can fly, have incredible strength, and shoot energy blasts. While they aren’t as powerful as the strongest beings in the series, their abilities are still remarkable.