Microsoft started the Xbox Developer Direct showcase in early 2023 and has since made it a yearly event in January. It’s a chance to get an early look at upcoming Xbox games – both those made by Microsoft and other developers – that are close to being finished. This year will be the fourth time they’ve held the event.
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On-chain data from 2025 now answers the burning question: Did short-term Bitcoin bets actually pay off? Spoiler: It depends on whether you define “pay off” as the bittersweet victory of cashing out right before the market turns into a startled emoji. 👻
The development of Ashes of Creation has been quite a journey. It started as a very ambitious plan to build a detailed and immersive MMORPG. The project gained a large following and significant funding through a successful Kickstarter campaign. Initially, the developer, Intrepid Studios, partnered with a major publisher, but they later decided to continue development independently. After almost ten years since it was first announced, the early-access version – the second phase of alpha testing – is now available. Unfortunately, it’s currently experiencing a number of problems.
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Games stay popular when people continue to discuss them, share content, create tutorials, and introduce them to new players. Even a small, dedicated community can keep a game thriving for years, while a larger one can sustain it for decades. This creates a sense of belonging, giving players a reason to keep playing because they feel connected to a growing community. This is why certain games remain enjoyable and active long after they’re first released.
The world of Pokemon inspires fans to create all sorts of tributes to their favorite creatures. People often design new Pokemon, create alternate versions of existing ones, and even develop their own *Pokemonbased video games. Some dedicated fans go even further, collecting rare items like every version of a specific card – one fan is trying to collect every copy of the classic Kabuto card! Now, one imaginative fan has taken that creativity a step further by redesigning some of the very first Bug-type Pokemon as humans.
Masashi Kishimoto’s Naruto is known for its fantastic characters, and fans have consistently praised them throughout the series. Kishimoto excels at creating compelling personalities, and he’s at his best when writing about the Uchiha clan within the Naruto universe.
In many new games, you’ll experience incredible power – doing things that are impossible in the real world. You can defeat entire armies on your own, even overcome gods, and move with superhuman abilities. You’ll easily crush your enemies, enjoying their desperate attempts to fight back. These games let you play as incredibly powerful characters, and they’re a lot of fun!
Fans of the Tomb Raider series have two new games to look forward to. In 2026, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis will be released, offering a reimagining of the original game with updated gameplay and fresh content. This version will feature classic elements like dinosaur battles and exploration of locations like Peru and Egypt, bringing back Lara Croft’s signature pistols. Then, in 2027, Tomb Raider: Catalyst will launch as a completely new adventure continuing the story after the Legend trilogy. Crystal Dynamics is also exploring innovative ways to unlock outfits and other content, potentially changing how players customize Lara Croft.