8 Open-World Games That Hook You In The First 5 Minutes

Some open-world games instantly grab your attention, often within the first five minutes. It doesn’t necessarily mean players are actively playing right away, but something about the game immediately draws them in. These games are excellent examples of that.

How to Farm Poppy in Dying Light: The Beast

Okay, so if you’re like me and trying to level up your Damage Boosters – or any other consumables, really – in *Dying Light: The Beast*, and you’re seriously short on Poppy, this guide is going to be a lifesaver. It’ll show you how to farm this resource and get everything upgraded!

Insider Provides Bloodborne Update, and It’s Not Good

Since its release in 2015, Bloodborne has been limited to 30 frames per second, leading to years of rumors about a possible re-release. These rumors have surfaced and died down many times, but recently, in January 2025, Sony took down a fan-made mod that improved the game to 60 frames per second. This action sparked hope that Sony might finally be working on an official update to modernize the game, as it showed they were paying attention to what fans were creating.

My Hero Academia: How Luffy And One Piece Influenced Horikoshi’s Characters

The authors of these two series have very different art styles when it comes to character design, but their characters share surprising similarities. Author Kohei Horikoshi recently discussed this in an interview, explaining how characters like Luffy from *One Piece* inspired him, and specifically how that influence shaped the character of Deku in *My Hero Academia*.

Dying Light The Beast D3 Treasure Map Solution

Don’t worry, this guide will show you exactly where to find the Treasure Map D3 in Castor Woods, and it will also reveal the combination to the safe in the abandoned attic. If you’re ready to claim some valuable loot, see the next section for the treasure’s location.

Cozy Day-One Xbox Game Pass Game Confirms October 7 Release Date

Teenage Astronauts’ first game, *Little Rocket Lab*, is a relaxing factory-building game with RPG features and a heartwarming story. Announced in December 2024, it offers a more laid-back and easy-to-learn experience than many factory simulation games. In *Little Rocket Lab*, you play as Morgan, a young engineer who’s determined to finish her family’s dream: building a rocket ship. To do this, you’ll need to create a big factory, collect materials, and invent various machines – some to help with the rocket, and others to support the local town.

Borderlands’ Art Style Is Still Papering Over The Cracks 16 Years Later

Okay, so *Borderlands 4* definitely feels like a *Borderlands* game, even though the menus aren’t as flashy and it’s toned down some of the craziness we saw in *Borderlands 3*. Honestly, the core gameplay – finding loot and shooting stuff – is better than ever. There’s still a ton of humor woven into the story, and the art style is still super unique and recognizable. But, and this is a big but, that art style is kind of masking some problems with the game right now, just like it did way back with the original *Borderlands* sixteen years ago.