Author: David Carter

For a game built around a sword that has been refined over years of iteration but has also become stale over time, The Edge of Fate is a title that may be a little too obvious. After finally feeling like it could have found its feet, this most recent expansion takes a few significant steps back in the illustrious and rich history of Destiny 2. Despite having an occasionally engaging plot, the 14-mission campaign is tedious and overstuffed with busywork; the RPG and buildcrafting revamp is trapped behind one of the worst grinds Destiny has ever seen; and the new…

Borderlands 4, which was originally scheduled for release on September 23, has already been pushed back 11 days to September 12, 2025, for PlayStation, PC, and Xbox. There was conjecture at the time that this was done to prevent Grand Theft Auto 6 from being released, but GTA was postponed until the following year. Additionally, Gearbox has previously stated that the initial price of Borderlands 4 will be $70. The Switch 2 “has been a joy to work with,” according to Pitchford, who previously did not clarify why the Nintendo version was released later than the other versions. We got…

I have no particular bad intentions for Max Verstappen’s racing career. The man enjoys playing video games until the wee hours of the morning and does his best to stay away from Daniel Ricciardo and TikTok. All of those things appeal to me as well, so I can’t be critical of a guy who has so many interests. For the first time since 2022, he isn’t in the lead in the Formula One World Championship, which I like. As a result, F1 in 2025 is currently feeling a little more youthful. Has the video game version for this year arrived…

I’ve heard that you’re looking for a new 3D Mario. I’m overjoyed to tell you that Donkey Kong Bananza is everything and more if you’re searching for a console-defining platformer with engaging, expressive movement, cutting-edge mechanics that are always developing, and skillfully designed challenges that maximize the interaction between said movement and mechanics. Bananza is more than just a “side project” from the team that created Super Mario Odyssey; it’s a fantastic follow-up to that masterwork, a fantastic reimagining of one of Nintendo’s original mascots, and a ground-breaking adventure in every way. DK’s universe is full of classic Nintendo enchantment…

There is an established belief that initial attempts are usually better than second attempts. There are a dozen causes for what is known as the sophomore slump. Bands have less time to develop, practice, and record a second album than the “breakout” success they worked on for years before anyone knew who they were; athletes who have great rookie years return to the mean; sophomore students don’t care as much as freshmen; and so on. The impact of a brand-new car’s scent cannot be denied. I think that the fact that it had been almost ten years since NCAA 14…

For gamers, Xbox Game Pass is a great option, particularly if you don’t want to purchase a gaming PC or console. For a very small monthly fee, the subscription library is essentially the simplest method to have access to a vast number of titles in the vein of Netflix, and streaming options enable them to be accessed on devices ranging from laptops to virtual reality headsets. However, what is Microsoft’s investment in those games? A lot. Over the past five years, the firm has spent more than $100 billion, acquiring publishers and developers from all around the industry, including Activision-Blizzard,…

The Birdman is back, soaring into my home and heart with another 540° Christ Air—like a Motörhead-fueled legend of manuals, methods, and madonnas. As the follow-up to 2020’s excellent remake of the first two Pro Skater games, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 may not have the same initial spark of novelty, and it certainly takes more creative risks in reviving these classics. Still, it’s impossible to deny how fun it is to be transported back to 2001 for some classic arcade skating action. “The pleasure is to play,” growls Lemmy Kilmister in the iconic speed metal track Ace…

It’s as if Animal Crossing and The Legend of Zelda had a whimsical, slightly chaotic child during a particularly enchanted night—Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time is the result. This charming blend of life sim and RPG completely snuck up on me, devouring hours of my time before I even realized it. With its dangerously addictive job system, surprisingly heartfelt storytelling, and a nonstop stream of cozy-meets-epic gameplay loops, it’s easily one of the most delightful games I’ve played all year. At first glance, Fantasy Life i seems like your standard slice-of-life affair. You’re introduced to the Life…

When George R.R. Martin first imagined the brutal, complex world of Westeros in the 1990s, he likely didn’t foresee it evolving into a sprawling franchise of graphic novels, TV shows, merchandise, and video games. And he almost certainly didn’t expect it to be reborn as a mobile-first action RPG focused more on monetization than meaningful storytelling. Yet in 2025, we have Game of Thrones: Kingsroad—a visually captivating open-world game that, while striking in motion, prioritizes menus, currencies, and timers over the immersive fantasy it’s based on. As you wade deeper into its expansive campaign, what begins as a journey through…

If you’ve yet to play the fantastic, Pinocchio-inspired Lies of P, its first DLC expansion, Overture, offers a finely tuned excuse to dive in. Though it largely sticks to the original’s script—both thematically and mechanically—this 12-hour encore delivers a fresh batch of haunting environments, creatively brutal bosses, and clever story beats that tug on the narrative threads left dangling in the base game. With its somber tone and occasional anime-level theatrics, Overture rekindled my appreciation for this grim fairy tale and left me even more eager for a full sequel. For those who missed act one, Lies of P is…