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June 2022 will officially mark the 10-year anniversary ofAgni’s Philosophy, a tech demo created by Square Enix for its then-new Luminous Engine to showcase the potential of a newFinal Fantasytitle on eight-generation console hardware. Developers have been creating tech demos for many years, but very few have become as iconic as the onesdeveloped by Square Enix, specifically ones that emulate pastFinal Fantasygames, such asFF7andFF8, the former of which resulted in a massive campaign for the remake that’s receiving acclaim today....

Though the franchise’s success in the west may have begun withPersona 4 Golden, it wasn’t untilPersona 5thatPersonatruly achieved worldwide recognition.Joker’s journey in modern-day Tokyois as engaging as it is long, and it offered so many improvements over the games that came before. Its presentation was far more refined and memorable, and the jazzy soundtrack and audio flourishes quickly get stuck in players' minds after long play sessions. Nothing was revolutionized, but everything was tweaked, including the otherwise repetitive combat system....

Although Epic Games' massive battle royaleFortniteremains free-to-play, it recently debuted a paid subscription service referred to as “Fortnite Crew.” Costing $12 USD per month, Fortnite Crewis an expanded version of the game’s previous Battle Pass system which features all-new goodies forFortniteplayers. The Battle Pass, which allows players to level up and earn rewards by winning battles and completing in-game objectives, remains present, but can now be purchased alongside a Crew subscription....

ARed Dead Redemption 2player has posted a crazy video in which they cause chaos as a tiny version of Arthur Morgan. The gunslinging cowboy is one ofRockstar’s most memorable protagonists, but this little guy would be easily missed by anyone. As theprotagonist ofRed Dead Redemption 2, fans were unsure about Arthur Morgan at first. After John Marston stole fans' hearts in the originalRed Dead Redemption, Arthur had an awful lot to live up to....

The beauty of video games, particularly those whereplayers can be whoever they wantand behave however they want, is that they are free of consequences. In an ideal world, gamers could immerse themselves in a world different from their reality, finding ancient loot and making off with their rightful treasure scot-free. RELATED:Games That Are Just Too Dark Alas, some games have dire consequences for those that want to dabble in thievery. These seven games all treat thieving players with varying levels of disdain, from publicly shaming and embarrassing them for their petty crimes to launching into a sudden, intensely-difficult boss fight with their demise almost assured....

The elemental combat mechanics ofGenshin Impactare the entire basis of the battle system in the game. With complex elemental reactions making for a heavy increase in damage output, optimizing the elemental skills found in a player’s party is crucial. RELATED:Genshin Impact: Every Weapon Type, Ranked With such a large roster, there are quite a few elemental skills that stick out from the rest. Whether this is through utility or pure aesthetics, these characters have found an important place in the community....

Gotham Knightsdeveloper WB Games Montreal and DC release a new behind-the-scenes trailer, diving into the comic book inspirations ofRobin, Nightwing, Batgirl, and Red Hood. It’s no secret these characters have a long history in DC comics, and each character has seen several versions of themselves exist. Walking the line between honoring comic origins, managing fan expectations, and yet providing a unique approach is often hard. The latestGotham Knightstrailer dives into how WB Games Montreal deals with that in the upcoming game....

Grand Theft Auto Onlinehas managed to entertain players long after the initial release of its offline counterpartGrand Theft Auto 5. In fact, its frequent updates have undoubtedly helpedGrand Theft Auto 5sell consistently over several years. The online mode has plenty for players to engage with and as a result, some aspects are overlooked or become difficult to find. Fortunately, Flag War which has become apart of the daily objectives in the game is relatively easy to find once players know where to look....

It’s already an achievement in of itself if you can make it all the way down to Chronos in the House of Hades inHades 2. Compared to how the firstHadesgame was when itfirst came out in Early Access,Hades 2has mountains and mountains more content, which means there’s a whole lot more standing between you and the final boss. To be more precise, to reach Chronos you’ll have to get through Erebus (Hecate),Oceanus (Scylla), the Mourning Fields (Infernal Cerberus), and of course Tartarus itself....

Weekly Shonen Jumpis the home to some of the most popular manga series of all time, includingOne Piece,My Hero Academia, Hunter x Hunter,Dragon Ball, JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure,Naruto,Bleach, andDeath Note. Back in the 60s,Shonen Jumphad a lot of competition likeWeekly Shonen MagazineandWeekly Shonen Sunday. However, it managed to climb its way up to be the best-selling and longest-running manga magazine it is today. TodayWeekly Shonen Jumpis 53-years-old and has a long list of iconic manga series that have called the publication home....

Summary When it comes to post-launch support,Dead by Daylighthas done a fine job of giving players a reason to keep coming back. A solid version of the ever-popular battle pass system, new Chapters that provide characters and maps every few months, and important changes likeDBD’s anti-camp systemhelp to keep the game relevant. However, alongside these types of content and regular skin additions,Dead by Daylightshould embrace new game modes. Dead by Daylightonly offers one mode, and while that simplicity has certainly helped the game attract more players and work well across all platforms, it can get a bit old over time....

July 20 is going to be a big day forMarvel’s Spider-Man 2, as that’s when the game will be featured at San Diego Comic Con with a panel called “Symbiotic Relationships.” The big day that most people looking forward toSpider-Man 2likely have circled on their calendar is the new game’s October 20 release date, but fans should definitely keep an eye on July 20 as well.The initialSpider-Man 2trailer didn’t reveal much beyond the fact that the game would once again feature Peter Parker and Miles Morales, and that the two of them would find themselves at odds with Venom....

With its August launch window so close by, Electronic Arts’Madden NFL 23is finally getting the big feature reveals and content discussions straight from the horse’s mouth. Developers have released a whole array of all-new gameplay materials and deep content discussions for fans of the franchise to look into, and this edition of the game may well signal a huge step forward for the long-lasting series. Specifically,Madden NFL 23’s latest Gridiron Notes blog post goes into substantial detail on how, exactly, the series' staple Franchise Mode will function this time around....