Summary GSC Game World has revealed a number of bug fixes and other changes that will be included in the first post-release update forSTALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl. The upcomingSTALKER 2patch is scheduled to roll out in late November 2024. The fourth entry in GSC’s immersive sim series hit the digital and physical store shelves on November 20.STALKER 2had already received several updates by that time, the latest of which came close to completely replacing the game’s preload build on the Xbox Series X/S....

Summary One of the PlayStation 5 Pro’s main selling points is how it enhances existing PS5 games, but it looks likeStar Wars Jedi: Survivormight perform worse with the new hardware.Star Wars Jedi: Survivorwas one of the first titles to confirm that it was getting an upgrade on the PS5 Pro, which was officially announced during a livestream in September before being released on November 7. A great many PlayStation 5 games were updated for the PS5 Pro upon its release, including last year’sStar Wars Jedi: Survivor....

TheStar Wars Jedigames have always been either purposefully or inadvertently tight-knit in how their stories are told and how much their events would actually impact the larger IP umbrella. Cere Junda was never going to kill Darth Vader during their encounter on Jedha inStar Wars Jedi: Survivorbecause Darth Vader lives until the end ofReturn of the Jedi, for example, and Cal Kestis still hasn’t been mentioned in the mythology beyond theStar Wars Jedigames....

Summary TheStardew Valleycommunity has shared a number of impressive in-game farm builds over the years, including one player’s stunning Year 7 Meadowlands Farm.Stardew Valleyhas seen a massive influx of players following the launch of Update 1.6 across platforms, and while some players may be starting fresh playthroughs, others are still having fun with their expansive, existing farms. First released in 2016,Stardew Valleyis apixelated life-sim gamethat features farming, mining, fishing, foraging, and crafting gameplay....

2024 has been a big year for video game DLCs, with expansions likeElden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree being recognized as one of the best video game DLCs ever made. Ultimately, what it takes for avideo game DLCto be considered great is whether it feels essential rather than optional, and plenty of expansions released in 2024 have managed to achieve that. POSSIBLE SPOILERS AHEAD 2024 has ten standout DLCs, ranging from massive world-building expansions to engaging narratives....

Summary Supermassive games have been likened to movies more than once, what with the interactive movie approach to the gameplay on offer, the intricate plot-lines that take interesting twists and turns, as well as titles such asUntil Dawna clear parody of B-horror movies. But most of all, it’s the stacked cast present across their franchises. Many actors and actresses from the silver screen were also present in Supermassive’s games, giving their likeness and their acting prowess to the video game production....

Summary WithMortal Kombat 1continuing to add characters via DLC with more to come in the future, it is impressive how massiveMortal Kombathas become as a universe. Almost every game introduces new faces and reintroduces old ones, allowing every roster to stand out in some way. Since every game has its trials and tribulations to overcome, not every character saw the light of day of being on the roster. For one reason or another, Midway and Netherrealm Studios have completely canceled the appearance of a character, or, in certain cases, put them on the backburner to have them shine in a futureMortal Kombattitle....

Summary Genshin Impactis currently home to 1,365 achievements, a number that is only set to increase with future updates. Players can showcase their expertise and experience in the game by completing these achievements,with a lot of them often being hidden. However, there are certain achievements that are hard to do, or extremely time-consuming, so investing resources in getting the achievement becomes a challenge in itself. TheGenshin Impactachievements that have made it onto this list are truly some of the hardest and take unwavering dedication and focus to complete....

Summary Final Fantasygames are known for their epic narratives that whisk players away on an adventure for the ages. Most of these stories are propelled by a whole host of memorable characters who experience moments of joy and sadness during their journey. Sometimes,characters are forced to make tough decisionsthat can either make or break them, especially when it comes to the protagonist of a tale. These situations can be tough to handle, but moving past these hurdles makes for excellent character growth that fleshes out these heroes in the eyes of many fans....

Quick Links As players unlock the Crossroads as a traveling destination, they will come across new tasks to complete alongside their Companions inDragon Age: The Veilguard. Most of the mission will be related to unlocking Gates, which holds some of Solas’ memories. The Heart Of CorruptionQuest inDragon Age: The Veilguardis one of the Gates players will need to unlock to uncover its secrets. Unlike most of the Gates inside that require one Champion Essence to unlock, The Heart Of Corruption Gate needs three Revenant Essences to unlock....

Summary It’s all going quiet in Gotham City once again, but as the credits roll on HBO’sThe Penguin, it feels like things are only just getting started. Colin Farrell reprised his role as Oz Cobb from 2022’sThe Batman, and as the first of a promised expanded universe of spin-off shows,The Penguinhas continued the legacy of the Reevesverse in style. Praised as amodern version ofThe Sopranos,The Penguinhas broken through when even the Marvel Cinematic Universe is struggling with superhero saturation....

There’s no denying that Bethesda’s Todd Howard is one of the most well-known auteurs in the game industry. His newest credit is on MachineGames’ newIndiana Jones and the Great Circle, a dream come true for theFallout,Elder Scrolls, andStarfieldicon. Howard tried to pitchanIndiana Jonesgame back in 2009, but it fell through. 15 years later, that journey is now complete and the game ships soon. In a recent interview,Indiana Jones and The Great Circleexecutive producer Jerk Gustafsson spoke to Game Rant about the role Howard played in the game’s development and how the final project compares to Howard’s initial pitch....

Quick Links Towers of Aghasbais proving to be quite a visually impactful game,with lots of things to do, quests to complete in order to restore the Islands, and interesting creatures to meet. But what about character customization? Players have a couple of options to personalize their Shimu, one of them is changing Masks, and the other is to change their Hairstyle. So, how do we do that, exactly? Here is how to Change Masks in Towers of Aghasba, as well as methods for getting even more of these cosmetic items....