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The recent release ofEnotria: The Last Songinto the continually growing Soulslike genre was always bound to draw plenty of comparisons to the work of FromSoftware. Interestingly enough, the game tends to stick more to the playbook of the originalDark Soulstrilogy rather than other FromSoftware games likeSekiroorBloodborne, despite its heavy emphasis on the parry-centric combat of the former. Thanks to its somewhat stiff movements and animation,Enotriais garnering plenty of nods to the originalDark Souls, but its enemy placements and emphasis on group encounters share more in common with the series' “black sheep”:Dark Souls 2....

Summary AFalloutfan online has created an awesome recreation of the New Vegas Strip as a gift for their partner. The New Vegas Strip is one of the most iconic locations from theFalloutfranchise, first appearing inNew Vegasbefore recently showing up from afar in the TV adaptation. AlthoughFallouthas been massive for many years now, the franchise has seen a huge boon in popularity this year thanks to the success of the TV series....

Summary AFalloutplayer came across a rather rare and lucky find while browsing the aisles of a thrift store: a chess set themed on the popular post-apocalyptic franchise. TheFalloutseries debuted in 1997 and has since expanded into six games and an award-winning TV series, and its many fans are always ready to snatch up any unique memorabilia they come across. Over the years, there has been a variety of limited-edition merchandise based on the franchise, from power helmets to Pip Boys toNuka Dark Rum for the launch ofFallout 76....

Summary Notably, theArcadion raid inFinal Fantasy 14has become a favorite in the community, especially its second boss, Honey B. Lovely. While the Arcadion will only release its second wing in Patch 7.2, players can expect to see the first Alliance Raid forDawntrailin Crossroads. Known as Echoes of Vana’diel, the new Alliance Raid series was teased prior toDawntrail’s launch, and will be a homage toFinal Fantasy 11. Patch 7.1 will take players to Jeuno for the first Alliance Raid, but that’s hardly all that Crossroads will offer....

Summary AFinal Fantasy 14player has made an incredible gift of a replica weapon for their boss, who also plays the game as a Red Mage. The delightful present hasFinal Fantasy 14fans envious of both the boss and the gifter. Final Fantasy 14is full of impressive weaponsthat are beautiful visually and devastating in terms of damage. Every job has exclusive high level weapons available, which is what this player chose to replicate for their boss....

Summary TheFinal Fantasyseries is full to the brim with familiar monsters that players will encounter across each game’s epic storyline. This stretches to superbosses too. Some games givehardcore JRPG fans a challengeby including an enemy so mighty that players must optimize their party load-outs and gain the highest level to ensure they stand a chance against these worthy foes. Omega is one of the most legendary superbosses in theFinal Fantasyseries, and has posed a substantial challenge for players time and time again....

With the release ofFunko Fusion, Funko fans have been brought on a wild adventure through some of the most iconic IPs around. They have spent hours fighting back against Ramona Flower’s evil exes, repairing the timeline inThe Umbrella Academy, and helping keep Jurassic World together. But, while that has all been a lot of fun,Funko Fusionalso has a special surprise in store for diehard fans of the brand. From the very secondFunko Fusionstarts, players witness a great battle between the brand’s mascot, Freddy Funko, and his alter ego Eddy....

While the majority ofFunko Fusionmay involve some lesser-known or more niche franchises, one of its worlds might be one of the biggest IPs around right now. From the minute the adventure starts, there are dozens of references and easter eggs associated with theJurassic Worldbrand. As players progress through the game, they even get to embark on a quest to save that very IP. And while its Funko-fied nature leads to a unique experience,Funko Fusion’s version of Jurassic World will no doubt draw some comparisons to Traveller’s Tales ownLEGO Jurassic World....

Summary Gears of War: E-Dayis set to transport the franchise back to its inciting event, once again placing fans in the shoes of Marcus Phoenix. Announced during the Xbox Showcase in June 2024, the title’s first teaser introduced a younger Marcus and Dom, as they clashed with enemies on E-Day, the day thatthe Locust Hordeemerged and laid siege to Sera. The Locust have been a focal point of theGears of Warseries since its first title....

Ghost in the Shell Shirow Masamune Franchise Ghost in the Shell (Manga) (1989-1991), Ghost in the Shell (1995), Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex (2002-2004), Ghost in the Shell 2: Innocence (2004), Ghost in the Shell: Arise (2013-2014) For over 35 years,Ghost in the Shellhas been a lot of things; a police drama, a political thriller, and most prominently, a philosophical ponderance about the merging of man and machine. But one element of this franchise that is crucial both thematically and in terms of presentation is body horror, an underrated component, the absence of which would arguably rob the series of its heart....

There is a new teaser trailer forThe Last of Usseason 2, the highly anticipated new season of the hit HBO adaptation of the hugely popular game.According toThe Hollywood Reporter, HBO has also shared three posters, and the trailer confirms a time jump for the main characters. The Last of Usseason 2 is set five years in the future and also features new characters. Catherine O’Hara will appear, along withKaitlyn Dever, who is playing Abby....

Summary Aloy is getting a high-resolution makeover in the upcomingHorizon Zero DawnPlayStation 5 remaster. Earlier this month, rumors spread that Guerrilla Games was working on a current-gen upgrade for its 2017 sci-fi action titleHorizon Zero Dawn, and it would soon be officially confirmed at this week’s PlayStation State of Play livestream.Horizon Zero Dawn Remasteredwill be released on PlayStation 5 and Windows platforms on October 31, and players who already purchased the original PS4 version will be able to upgrade to the digital version of the remaster for just $10....

Star Warshas many iconic locations, but Tatooine’s Mos Eisley Spaceport is among the most notable. After its initial appearance inA New Hope, accompanied byObi-Wan “Ben” Kenobi’sheavily memed description of it as a “wretched hive of scum and villainy,” Mos Eisley is one of the most recognizable locations in theStar Warsgalaxy. In light of that, it makes sense why Massive Entertainment would need to include Tatooine and Mos Eisley inStar Wars Outlaws, as the game’s setting betweenEmpire Strikes BackandReturn of the Jedidemands it....