It seems thatexorcists in animeare a rather closed off trope, and understandably so. Expected to dispel forces of spirituality, and not physical opponents, these exorcists play a crucial role in battling evil spirits, demons, and supernatural forces. They tyically possess unique abilities, nnd formidable skills, making them some of the most compelling figures in their respective series. From veteran warriors using ancient techniques toyoung prodigies discovering their powers, the exorcism trope is rich with dynamic personalities and intense battles....

Summary The titular giant flying reptilesofDragon Agehave been present throughout the series, whether in the form of optional boss fights, or the occasional roadblock to steer well clear of. Though withDragon Age: Origins, there were very few dragon fights in the main game, their presence has been quickly growing across Thedas, as each series has seen a steady increase in these fantastical foes. The latest entry in BioWare’s fantasy franchise also includes the unique twist of having blighted dragons- something that, until this point, has been stated as being essentially impossible....

Summary Grand Theft Auto Onlineis a multiplayer experience with a variety of fun activities. Some people enjoy driving fancy cars or pulling off crazy heists with friends, and some just want to see the world burn. No matter what the player’s objectives are inGTA Online, one thing is for certain: making money is addictive. Thankfully, there are several lucrative businesses to earn money from. And the nightclub business is one of the best for passive income....

For the past decade,The Game Awardshas set out to celebrate the best games of the year, and with that, the performances that brought its characters to life. As gaming has evolved, so have the performances that bring such depth to these unique stories, andThe Game Awardsboasts an impressive list of nominees this year for the respective category. Best Performance is a category that brings a handful of the year’s best roles front and center....

Summary Eagle-eyedThe Last of Usfans think they might have found out who plays a new character in HBO’s season two of the series, and they could actually be onto something. For many gamers and newcomers toThe Last of UsTV show, season two really can’t come soon enough. Season one’s finale was left on an emotional cliffhanger as Joel caused absolute havoc at the firefly hospital in a bid to save Ellie from an operation that would end her life, but save humanity....

Summary The Thing: Remasteredwon’t feature any scripted “burst-out” sequences where characters are forced to get infected, Nightdive Studios has confirmed. The upcoming remaster will hence eliminate what’s widely considered to be the most annoying aspect ofThe Thing, but it will do so in a way that won’t make the game any easier. Originally released in 2002,The Thingis still touted as one of thebest Arctic horror games ever made. It largely owes its cult status to a unique infection system inspired by John Carpenter’s iconic movie....

Summary Destiny 2has been going through a bit of a rough patch here lately, so any news that could be considered good news is desirable. Fortunately, that might just be the case, as a recent massive update made tothe originalDestinygamemight be the shot in the arm theDestinycommunity needs to get over the hump it’s currently on, as it gives them more than enough reason to go back and relive the series' humble beginnings....

A standout in the history of first-person shooters and gaming as a whole,Half-Life 2has remained influential for two decades after its initial release. Through the innovations of the Source Engine and groundbreaking Havok physics alongside cinematic storytelling methods, this Valve classic went on to change the landscape of the medium. In the face of the passage of time and technical advancements since, however, it appears thatHalf-Life 2’s profile has somehow only continued to grow....

For whatever reason, some games seem to get the short end of the stick upon release only for player perception surrounding those titles to warm in the months and years following their launch. Such is the case with Striking Distance’sThe Callisto Protocol, which had the unfortunate position of both launching in a less-than-ideal state and arriving just ahead of the remake ofDead Space, a game originally created byThe Callisto Protocoldirector Glen Schofield....

Summary World of Warcrafthas teamed up with Discord once again to offer a new Quest reward in the form of the Crown of the Violet Rose. By streaming 15 minutes ofWorld of Warcraftto at least one friend in Discord between now and December 9, players can obtain this exclusive head transmog item for free. Quests are a relatively new feature Discord added near the end of March that allows players to obtain rewards by streaming or playing specific games through the social media app....

Hardcore is a different beast than vanillaWorld of Warcraft. In vanillaWoWyou can take professions early toget ready for endgamewhen Raiding and group content is the main activity. But inWoW Hardcore, professions can be used to survive longer and make it to endgame in the first place. In general, crafting professions aren’t worth picking up inWoW Hardcore, though there are two notable exceptions: Alchemy and Engineering. Most players will be able to make the most profit with dual Gathering professions, but there are advantages to taking either of these too....

A biome is a region which has a specific climate, be it hot or cold, sandy or icy. They are different from locations with seasonal gameplay as the landscapes do not change; it does not need to be winter for a snow biome to be snowy, as it does not need to be summer for deserts to exist. Biomes can really enrich a game as the player gets to experience different,visually stunning environments, especially in open-world games....

Summary Soulslikegames are known fortheir high difficulty level, dark fantasy settings, wide choice of weapon variety, and, of course, intimidating and challenging bosses. While the genre has been around for more than a decade at this point, not all games that fit in it follow the same principles or rules, with some developers taking their liberties. Leveling up and using different classes while playing through a Soulsborne game is a key part of the experience, as different classes allow for various possibilities that give players much more freedom when it comes to their playstyle....