https://www.cbr.com From breaking video game news on next-gen platforms to the latest and greatest on PC and tabletop games, CBR is the place to plug in for all your gaming needs. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:31:42 GMT en-US hourly 60 Critical Role is one of the top Dungeons & Dragons actual play shows in the world. Its mixture of high-quality storytelling, talented cast of players, and warm sense of humor have given it immense reach among D&D players and far beyond. However, it can be a daunting show to get into.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:31:42 GMT https://www.cbr.com/critical-role-new-listeners-tips/ Magic: the Gathering has been crossing over with other major franchises with its "Universes Beyond" initiative. This has allowed Magic to bring characters, items, and worlds from other franchises into the game of MTG. Beyond the novelty of seeing iconic characters in a popular game, it is fun to see the gameplay mechanics that emerge from the crossover, and guessing which characters and aspects from the franchise will appear in Magic is always a fun guessing game for players.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:00:41 GMT https://www.cbr.com/doctor-who-river-song-universe-beyond-mtg/ A group of Just Stop Oil protesters interrupted a major Tekken 7 tournament.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:01:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/just-stop-oil-disrupt-tekken-7-tournament/ Halloween is the perfect time for gamers to enjoy some social gaming sessions. Plenty of players enjoy horror games alone, delighting in the unease and fear they generate. However, many prefer to have company, whether for reassurance or to share the scares with others.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:10:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-multiplayer-halloween-games/ Mortal Kombat 1 showed gameplay footage of its first DLC character, Omni-Man from Invincible, at NYCC on Saturday.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mortal-kombat-1-omni-man-dlc-first-footage-reveal/ Video game characters come in many forms. Plenty of them are grizzled modern-day soldiers or futuristic space travelers. Others are superheroes, knights, adventurers, and any other number of archetypes. Some video games go for a darker or more gothic approach by having their protagonist be one of the living dead.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:20:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-living-dead-video-game-characters/ After years of feedback from fans wishing for a return to the traditional formula, Assassin's Creed Mirage launched this month, promising to appease longtime players with its revival of classic mechanics.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/assassins-creed-mirage-director-fan-requests-development-influence/ Aabria Iyengar served Dungeons & Dragons with a side of wrenching anatomic horror in the second episode of Dimension 20's Burrow's End campaign, shocking players and fans alike with an intricate bear battle map.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:02:10 GMT https://www.cbr.com/aabria-iyengar-dimension-20-horror-dungeons-and-dragons/ The Tekken franchise has been setting the standard for high-quality graphics since its first entry in the fighting game series made by Bandai Namco Entertainment was released in 1994. Now, Unreal Engine 5 is powering Tekken 8 to new heights in visual fidelity.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:01:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tekken-8-namco-character-model-complete-rebuild-unreal-engine-5/ When it comes to magical classes in Dungeons & Dragons, it's hard to not immediately think of wizards. Intelligent spell casters who record their spells in spellbooks, wizards are among the most well-read adventurers in D&D. Wizards are characteristically glass canons who have low hit points and defenses but can dish out devastating damage through their spells. There are numerous wizard subclasses in D&D 5e, each focusing on a different style of magic.

]]> Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:35:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/the-best-wizard-subclasses-in-dungeons-dragons-ranked/ The narrative game genre has exploded over the past decade, with developers exploring endless new storytelling techniques as the interactive medium matures. While there are hundreds of excellent story games for narratively-inclined players to enjoy, there are a few titles that stand out as being some of the most beautifully-written games the industry has ever seen.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 21:30:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/video-games-book-vibes/ Dungeons and Dragons has become extremely popular in recent years with player content like Critical Role and Dimension 20 inspiring people of all walks of life to give the game a try. With hundreds of new players and new dungeon masters, there are many guides and tips online for how to properly begin playing. What new and experienced players alike should consider, however, is what goes into a good playing environment before the dice even hit the table.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 20:31:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-player-comfort-basics/ Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition campaigns come in all shapes and sizes. While some are large-scale epics of whimsy that span pastoral landscapes, others may be smaller-scale, tense mysteries within a fantastical city. Horror is a very popular spin for a D&D 5e campaign that feels different from anything else.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:40:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dungeons-dragons-monsters-perfect-for-horror-campaign/ Nintendo of America has revealed the next Splatfest for Splatoon 3, and it will be a Halloween-themed event.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-splatoon-3-splatfest-halloween-reveal/ Over the years, Nintendo has released hundreds of games and software that connect to the internet, allowing players to connect with each other and play together online. Some of these releases revolved around online play entirely, such as the Splatoon series and later entries in the Super Smash Brothers series. Online play can be essential when it comes to enjoying certain Nintendo titles, so it comes as quite a shock that the company will be removing online play from the Wii U and 3DS in 2024.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:40:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-3ds-wii-u-online-play-shut-down-effects/ The visual novel video game Kimi ga Nozomu Eien is getting a new version soon according to aNCHOR, Inc.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:00:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/kimi-ga-nozomu-eien-new-game-edition-crowdfunding-us-release/ Persona 5 Royal is a huge JRPG that is absolutely packed with content. Like other games in the Persona series (and the larger Shin Megami Tensei franchise), there are a variety of Persona 5 Royal endings. Each of them depends on the choices that the player makes and the relationships they build throughout their playthrough.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:41:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/persona-5-royal-ending-explained/ The new voice of Nintendo's mascot Mario has now been revealed.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-new-mario-voice-actor-announcement-kevin-afghani/ LEGO is no stranger to capitalizing on the biggest names in pop culture, including video games. The toy company has impressed gamers with sets based on Mario and most recently Animal Crossing. While these moves have caused no shortage of excitement among Nintendo fans, LEGO has dabbled with other famous video games too.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:20:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/vg-franchises-worthy-of-lego-sets/ In Assassin's Creed Valhalla, there are four secret weapons made by the mysterious Isu that make for potent additions to Eivor's arsenal. In the series' lore, the Isu were a technologically advanced humanoid race that thrived thousands of years before the first known human civilizations. Though largely wiped out, some Isu still linger on throughout the Assassin's Creed games. More importantly, their works survived in the form of the Pieces of Eden and other notable items containing their power.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/assassins-creed-valhalla-isu-weapons/ Horror is one of the most difficult genres to perform effectively. Fear is subjective. Where some people may recoil at the sight of body horror and gore, others may squirm at the feeling of isolation and dread. Translating fear and horror into the video game medium is no easy feat; video games are multisensory experiences that put players in positions otherwise impossible for cinema and books.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/greatest-retro-horror-games/ The many terms in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition combat can confuse some players, particularly new ones. A player's turn is broken into actions, bonus actions, movement, item interactions, and reaction. Many of these are well-defined and used every turn, but the bonus action can stump many D&D 5e players.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:35:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-bonus-actions-guide/ Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition has elevated the game's popularity to new heights and broken into the mainstream in a way no other version of the game has. Mentions in shows like Stranger Things and Community, the success of actual play podcasts like Dimension 20 and Critical Role, and acclaimed video games like Baldur's Gate 3 have sparked mass enthusiasm.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:20:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/how-to-begin-playing-dnd/ Terraria has been out since 2011, and over the past twelve years, fans have discovered numerous ways to start their playthroughs. Normally, the world seed that Terraria generates when players start a new world is completely random, meaning everything about the world's design is out of the player's hand. Starting with the 2020 World's End update, though, the option to fully customize worlds with different world seeds was added into Terraria, giving players more control over their starting environment.

]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:30:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/terraria-best-seeds-according-to-reddit/ A Japanese Mobile Suit Gundam mobile game is soon heading to Western smartphones.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bandai-sunrise-gundam-uc-game-release-ios-android/ As the term "dungeon" implies, these parts of any game have the potential to be downright scary with the right atmosphere and setting. While many Zelda Temples truly live up to their dungeon status, some in the series have even taken things a step further in being as creepy as even the spookiest haunted house on Halloween.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:01:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tloz-spookiest-dungeons/ The Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour tournament has been announced for Jan. 27 and 28 in 2024 and will be held in the Los Angeles Convention Center.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:01:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-games-battle-hour-tournament-los-angeles-2024/ Dying Light: The Following is a single-player campaign DLC for Dying Light (2015). The DLC concludes the story of Kyle Crane, the player-protagonist during the game, which originally began in the base game. Instead of the base game's pre-determined narrative, The Following's story ends with a critical choice left up to the player. Depending on their actions, the possible Dying Light endings wildly diverge.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:41:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/which-dying-light-ending-is-canon/ The iconic tabletop role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition can fulfill all manner of genres. Although it's a heroic fantasy game by default, it takes influences from all types of stories. Tables playing around Halloween might want to tell a horror story, and D&D 5e has plenty of character options to choose from.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spooky-dnd-subclasses-for-halloween-one-shots/ A newly-revealed indie horror game provides a unique spin on the horror walking simulator formula by making use of the player's microphone.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/upcoming-90s-found-footage-horror-game-challenges-players-keep-quiet/ Even though its dungeon exploration, puzzling and combat can at times be challenging enough to even present difficulty to more mature players, The Legend of Zelda series never tends to go too over the top where younger audiences wouldn't be able to enjoy the games as well. However, there are some Zelda monsters whose designs and concepts are so creepy that even adult fans can't help but cringe when they approach.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 15:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tloz-creepiest-enemies/ The gaming market is full of free-to-play titles, but they're a mixed bag in quality. Plenty of them are barely worth wasting time trying them. Here and there, however, fans find truly excellent games that don't cost a penny.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:15:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-multiplayer-free-to-play-games/ 2023 has been a crazy year for high-quality video games, but it has merely been a continuation of the impressive era ushered in by the current generation of consoles, from the PlayStation 5 and the Nintendo Switch to the Xbox Series X (and S). Released in 2020, the Xbox Series X really did cement this idea of starting a new decade with a new upward trajectory in what video games could achieve.

]]> Sat, 14 Oct 2023 12:30:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-xbox-series-x-games/ Assassin's Creed Mirage, Ubisoft's latest installment to the Assassin's Creed franchise, takes the series back to its roots with a heavier emphasis on stealth and story than it has seen in quite some time. The story follows Basim Ibn Ishaq, a mysterious Assassin introduced in Assassin's Creed Valhalla who follows his own path, and Mirage serves as an origin story for Basim to help fill in some of the gaps that Valhalla left in its wake.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 23:01:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ac-mirage-ending-explained/ Insomniac Games has revealed two more suits players can get in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 at New York Comic Con.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 22:36:55 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvels-spider-man-2-new-suits-nycc/ Bandai Namco Entertainment has revealed the English voice cast for its upcoming Sand Land RPG.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 21:01:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/akira-toriyama-sand-land-video-game-english-voice-cast-reveal/ Earlier this year, Amnesia: The Bunker was released to a positive reception from both critics and fans. It was a harrowing experience that brought forward the tone and general gameplay loops the Amnesia series is known for while changing up enough things to make the game a fresh and truly terrifying journey. By back seating the narrative-heavy style Frictional Games is typically known for, Amnesia: The Bunker felt more like an immersive sim than one of the countless hide & seek themed walking sims that came out in the wake of Amnesia: The Dark Descent. Not content to rest, though, Frictional Games is slowly teasing new features for the upcoming Halloween Update that look to make one of 2023's scariest games that much more thrilling.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:30:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/amnesia-the-bunker-update-details/ Hidden items in games communicate to the player that their time spent going beyond the critical path is acknowledged and appreciated. Because the player has already committed to the world of the game, developers see secret items as an opportunity to reward players.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 19:10:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/video-game-hidden-items-worth-finding/ Few games have ever been the subject of as much contention as DmC: Devil May Cry, Ninja Theory's 2013 reboot of the popular Devil May Cry series. Even before its launch, DmC attracted an overwhelmingly negative response from audiences with its drastic changes to the series' combat, a controversial shift in tone, and its unrecognizable depiction of the lead protagonist, Dante. While the reboot is still considered a low point for the franchise, many players have since warmed up to its fluid combat and ambitious concepts, especially after many of its most egregious issues were addressed in the 2015 Definitive Edition. But between the game's poor sales and Ninja Theory having since moved on to other projects, it's unlikely that DmC will ever receive a sequel.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:41:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/soulstice-is-a-worthy-followup-to-dmc-devil-may-cry/ According to an X (formerly Twitter) post from the Japanese Patent Office, Nintendo has renewed its copyright for Tomodachi Life, hinting at a possible revival of the series.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-tomodachi-life-trademark-renewed/ Pokémon is one of the most popular franchises of all time, spanning video games, anime and beyond as it continues to reach a global audience. To achieve these once-unfathomable levels of success, Pokémon has had to continually deliver on fresh additions for over twenty years now, and the franchise now sits at nine generations and over 1000 species on its roster. Every species is different in some way, from stats and design, to personality and types.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:40:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dark-type-pokemon-weakness/ FromSoftware may be best-known for its notoriously hard Dark Souls series, but Armored Core remains its longest-running franchise. The Armored Core franchise began with the PlayStation One in 1997 and took a ten-year break before releasing its most recent instalment in 2023. The series contains 16 installments, including two spin-offs. Its best-received titles remain the original Armored Core and the PlayStation 2 releases of Armored Core 2 and Armored Core 2: Another Age. Unfortunately, fans and newcomers who want to dig into the main Armored Core series will have a tough time getting access to many of them.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:25:29 GMT https://www.cbr.com/armored-core-where-to-play/ Most The Legend of Zelda fans would agree that there's never quite anything that can substitute for an actual Zelda title. That's not for the lack of trying on developers' part. There are plenty of other fantastic games that emulate the Zelda experience and are enjoyable in their own right. Even the revolutionary shift in approach that came with The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has a competitor or two out there that tries to replicate the overall experience.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:00:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/the-legend-of-zelda-similar-games-playstation-xbox/ Two key members of the Super Mario Bros. Wonder team have admitted they’re not sure where the franchise will go after its newest title releases.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:00:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-super-mario-bros-wonder-next-style/ Wholesome games are on the rise as a subgenre, gaining popularity for their relaxed gameplay, colorful art styles, and uncomplicated themes and premises. Steam acknowledges this by providing the category a user-curated tag that sorts games into it and that users can browse through if that's the type of title they're interested in.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:21:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bestselling-wholesome-steam-games-ranked/ It has long been known that Sonic the Hedgehog is the reason the Sega Genesis console was so successful during its time. While the console was released in North America in 1989, Sonic the Hedgehog became its best-selling game overall just two years later, with over 3 million copies sold within the first two weeks of its debut. This allowed the Sega Genesis console to surpass the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in sales for 1991, effectively dethroning Nintendo as the leader of the console market. Since then, the Sonic the Hedgehog series has sold nearly 2 billion units and has remained immensely popular despite its age.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:15:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/review-sonic-superstars-old-school-sonic-is-the-gold-standard/ With an influx of new Sagas in the new Doctor Who set, more on their way in Lost Caverns of Ixalan, and also in Wilds of Eldraine, Sagas have been getting a lot of support lately in Magic: The Gathering. Is it too much? Mechanics like Treasures, for example, can feel oversaturated when there's too much exposure to them in a relatively short amount of time. Exceptionally broken cards often end up coming out of archetypes and certain mechanics if they become too oversaturated, as the more cards being made means that the more chances that any individual card is broken. Fable of the Mirror Breaker and Urza's Saga are good examples of Saga cards that may be beginning to wear out their welcome.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:00:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/magic-the-gathering-should-sagas-end/ The horror genre is as popular as it's ever been in video games. It's had many high-profile releases from a range of styles in recent years. Regardless of a horror video game's origins, however, there are some elements that recur throughout the genre. Some of these are so common its become cliché.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:31:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/popular-horror-game-cliches/ Few franchises can achieve the level of recognition and renown that the Final Fantasy series has garnered. This series has a rich history dating back to its origins on the original Nintendo. The classic series boasts a roster of incredibly potent characters with abilities that are diverse, deep, and impressive, making the gameplay and narrative even more rich.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:01:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/final-fantasy-strongest-girls-ranked/ Arzest and Sonic Team's upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog title Sonic Superstars is a heartwarming callback to classic Sonic — complete with familiar sounds, music, and style. This side-scrolling adventure takes players through a variety of biomes, each saturated with color and full of interesting areas to explore. Additionally, at the end of almost every level in the game's Story Mode, players will face some of the toughest bosses in modern gaming.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:46:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sonic-superstars-story-mode-boss-guide/ Pumpkin spice has returned and the Spirit of Halloween is starting to reappear in previously desolate storefronts as far as the eye can see. This shift toward the spooky season is often hotly anticipated with horror movies and games galore. However, it can be said that the world has lived through a perpetually horrifying time in history as Covid put lives on hold and ended many more in horrible ways. The existential threat posed by disease and the loss of bodily autonomy was guaranteed to have an impact on people in more ways than purely physical. This level of dread had rarely been experienced in the last century and that impact has been felt in multiple formats.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:20:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/body-horror-games-post-covid-world/ The various characters in Critical Role are all powerful in their own right, with class abilities that make them capable heroes. However, not all of their abilities are innate. All three Critical Role campaigns have included many of Dungeons & Dragons' iconic magic items as purchases, quest rewards, and other power-ups.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:30:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/critical-role-best-magic-items-ranked/ Halloween is a time for tricks, treats, and scares! There are plenty of tabletop games that incorporate each of these themes into their characters and gameplay. A lot of board games are based on licensed properties that rise in popularity around Halloween too because they feature witches, ghosts, or other spooky specters. Movies like Alien and Hocus Pocus have seen board game adaptations that offer something for new and old fans alike.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:31:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-board-games-to-play-for-halloween/ Insomniac Games revealed how they came up with The Lizard's design for Marvel's Spider-Man 2 - and how they used nature itself as a reference for the reptilian villain.

]]> Fri, 13 Oct 2023 03:22:58 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvels-spider-man-2-the-lizard-insomniac/ Despite putting players directly in the middle of a true horrorshow, Resident Evil Village (RE8) is surprisingly generous about providing an arsenal for Ethan Winters. Although the game houses some pretty decent unlockable melee weapons, from durable knives to a literal lightsaber, the guns are — and have always been — the stars of the show.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 21:31:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/resident-evil-village-guns/ It feels like everywhere they look, gamers are met with the "next great cozy game" the internet is insisting that they try — and players couldn't be more thrilled with this newfound cornucopia of chill, relaxing games. The subgenre of wholesome and cozy video games has been experiencing a tremendous rise in popularity over the last several years. More and more gamers are looking for relaxing titles that foster a positive mindset and offer an optimistic outlook on the world. Online communities have begun to grow around this subgenre on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Twitch.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 20:30:50 GMT https://www.cbr.com/cozy-games-are-on-the-rise/ As Halloween draws near, Animal Crossing: New Horizons players are prepping their islands and inviting new islanders accordingly. The game boasts nearly 400 adoptable villagers who can permanently (or temporarily) move to and live on an island. Quite a few of them fit the Halloween theme and some already appear to be in costume.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:41:08 GMT https://www.cbr.com/animal-crossing-new-horizons-spookiest-villagers-halloween/ Although Critical Role has all the dangerous, heroic, and fantastical adventures of a Dungeons & Dragons campaign, it's about its characters at heart. In particular, the relationship dynamics between party members create some of the show's best moments. This is especially true of Percy de Rolo and Vex'ahlia in Critical Role's first campaign.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:10:44 GMT https://www.cbr.com/critical-role-cutest-percy-vex-moments/ Ubisoft has stated that it is very happy with the launch sales of Assassin's Creed Mirage on next-gen systems.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 19:00:50 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ubisoft-assassins-creed-mirage-most-successful-new-gen-title/ Counter-Strike 2 announced plans to drop support for macOS and 32-bit operating systems.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:59:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/counter-strike-2-drop-support-macos-32-bit/ Among video games, one of the most difficult-to-master yet rewarding genres is the fighting game genre. This subset of games has seen several franchises come and go in popularity, with fans still participating in tournaments for older titles. Now, the industry is experiencing a renaissance in fighting games, but one classic franchise is still missing in action.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:41:58 GMT https://www.cbr.com/fighting-games-are-forgetting-a-legendary-series/ A video game based on the Jujutsu Kaisen anime series from Bandai Namco Entertainment finally has a trailer and an official release date.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 18:00:35 GMT https://www.cbr.com/jujutsu-kaisen-cursed-clash-game-new-trailer-release-date/ If there’s one thing the Animal Crossing franchise is known for, it’s its villagers. However, that reliance on NPC personalities and dialogue means that when an Animal Crossing title fails to deliver enough interesting interactions, the game loses some of its charm. One of the most divisive issues about New Horizons has been its repetitive villager interactions, and while updates have addressed that, players still find themselves seeing the same text day in and day out.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:40:29 GMT https://www.cbr.com/animal-crossing-gender-neutral-small-change-big-fix/ Anya Forger will get some new prize figures in 2024 featuring several looks from Spy x Family.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 17:00:31 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spy-x-family-sega-anya-forger-arcade-prize-figures-release/ No two Zelda games are ever exactly alike. From A Link To The Past to Ocarina of Time to Wind Waker, each game has a unique feel and style that is distinctly their own—even despite the underlying threads which make them still definitively "Zelda." And yet, those threads are ever-present, to the point that the moment any of them are removed, the result is a surprising and exciting experience.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:30:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tloz-most-interesting-games-are-sequels/ The Sega Genesis was one of the foremost 16-bit gaming systems during the 80’s and 90’s. Packed with impressive hardware like its famous “Blast Processing,” the Sega Genesis proved to be Nintendo’s steepest competition during the fourth generation of gaming consoles. With Sonic the Hedgehog racing past the competition, Sega’s 16-bit console was a force to be reckoned with.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:20:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/underrated-sega-genesis-games/ Sonic Frontiers is the latest game in Sega's venerable Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, as well as its most-recent 3D entry. An open-world title meant to directly deal with some of the criticisms of previous Sonic games, Sonic Frontiers was rewarded for these ambitions with a positive reception among fans and critics. Unfortunately, that isn't being extended to its post-release downloadable content.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 16:01:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sonic-frontiers-dlc-difficult-for-fans/ Critical Role's third campaign has ratcheted the stakes up to Calamity levels as the Bells Hells continue in their post-Apogee Solstice race against Ludinus Da'Leth. Fortunately, the party has encountered plenty of friendly forces and even familiar faces on their journey, some of whom have proven powerful allies.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:30:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/critical-role-campaign-3-best-npcs/ Bioshock is one of those game franchises that players point to when asked about games that have deeper messages and meanings. The first entry in the series was famously a meditation on the philosophy of Objectivism, popularized by Ayn Rand in the '40s and '50s. The third game is an amazingly bleak look at the idea of the mythologizing of American history and its cultish effect on those who are brainwashed by what can be regarded as propagandistic reconceptualization. Bioshock 2, on the other hand, tends to often be left out of the conversation rather unfairly.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:00:31 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bioshock-2-utilitarianism-warning/ Disney's Lorcana trading card game from publisher Ravensburger took players and game stores by storm with the September release of its first set, The First Chapter. Now, the next expansion in the world of Lorcana, Rise of the Floodborn, is set to bring another slate of Disney characters and songs into the fold, including several from a half dozen classic movies that were previously absent from the game entirely.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 14:21:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/disney-lorcana-rise-of-the-floodborn-complete-spoiler/ Video games nowadays come in all shapes and sizes, across a whole host of genres. Everyone has their favorites, whether they hinge on great storytelling, graphics, or gameplay mechanics, but sometimes a game's setting ties everything together. An eerie atmosphere promotes an appropriate environment for a horror game, while large cities can be perfect for exploration and a general RPG experience.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:30:34 GMT https://www.cbr.com/got-locations-perfect-for-video-games/ Throughout its years as a console maker, SEGA was known for having some weird, wild, and inventive games. From blockbuster platformers like Sonic to acclaimed RPGs like Panzer Dragoon Saga, and even inexplicably weird pet sims like Seaman, the company was known for creating games that were totally unexpected.

]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2023 12:31:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-sega-exclusive-horror-games-you-cant-play-without-retro-consoles/ Ubisoft's latest multiplayer shooter XDefiant is facing yet another delay following results of a public test session, which reportedly revealed "inconsistencies" with the game's core functions.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 22:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ubisoft-xdefiant-delayed-indefinitely-testing-problems/ Critical Role's tabletop publishing branch, Darrington Press, has launched a quick and colorful card caper perfect for fans of Campaign 3's Bells Hells party.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 21:34:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bells-hells-critical-role-card-game/ The official X (formerly Twitter) handle for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has noted some key storytelling within the game’s box art.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 17:00:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/square-enix-final-fantasy-7-rebirth-box-art-cloud-sephiroth-zack-explained/ Of all the various classes available to players in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition, the rogue has long remained one of the most popular, and it's easy to see why. The rogue D&D 5e class comes with a learning curve that is both interesting and challenging for new players, a surprising amount of customization to hold onto older players, and the potential for some of the most impactful story and combat moments at any table.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:51:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-rogue-sneak-attack/ Like many entries before it, Assassin’s Creed Mirage gives its protagonist several cosmetic options in the form of Outfits and Costumes. Outfits are attire for Basim that changes his look and gives him a new gameplay ability. Costumes are solely cosmetic changes that Basim can equip on any of his Outfits without losing their ability.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:21:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ac-mirage-coolest-outfits-costumes-ranked/ The top figure in the software development company Unity, John Riccitiello, will step down from all positions and move to an advisory role until a permanent CEO is found.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:00:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/unity-president-ceo-john-riccitiello-resign-install-fee-controversy/ Spider-Man's history with video games dates back to the Atari 2600 and will continue this year with Marvel's Spider-Man 2 on PlayStation 5. With over 40 years of video games, the franchise has had its highs and lows across various consoles and arcade machines. Perhaps the biggest shift in the history of the series occurred in the year 2000 when Activision released the PlayStation game simply titled Spider-Man. This would be the first 3D Spider-Man game and the beginning of a new era for the franchise.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 16:00:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spider-man-ps1-best-spider-man-game/ Super Mario 3D World follows the titular plumber, his brother Luigi, Princess Peach, and Toad as they travel to the Sprixie Kingdom to save the Sprixie Princesses from the clutches of Bowser. Like every other main Mario series game, 3D World takes players through various worlds and levels, battling enemies and bosses with unique power-ups as they work to defeat Bowser. That's not all. Players are treated to four bonus levels after they take Bowser down.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:30:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/super-mario-3d-world-how-many-worlds/ Bandai first launched the Dragon Ball Super Card Game back in 2017. Though it has struggled to keep up with the likes of Pokémon or Magic: The Gathering, the Dragon Ball Super Card Game has survived throughout the years and carved out its own little niche in the TCG world.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-super-card-game-rarest-cards-bandai/ Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom have brought needed change to The Legend of Zelda franchise, but now that their chapter in the series is finished, the next Zelda should take the series in a new direction. An open world does not always mean a better or more engaging world, and some of the flaws in Tears of the Kingdom showcased those issues. As the Zelda franchise has become more concerned with telling a good story alongside their gameplay, the games' worlds have had to adjust to tell those stories. The environments are shaped to match the advice NPCs give, and bosses are placed in logical areas.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:20:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tloz-next-game-open-world-criticism/ In the lead-up to Microsoft’s historic purchase of Activision Blizzard, the company has announced plans to put its catalog on the Xbox Game Pass.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/activision-blizzard-box-game-pass/ The Nintendo brand is filled with bright fun characters in games that are fit for all ages. However, Nintendo has slipped in genuinely spooky experiences into quite a few of its franchises. Their retro catalog has many scary levels and areas that dwell in the darker corners of the minds of older fans.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:30:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-halloween-retro-video-game-levels-ranked/ Red Dead Redemption is more than just a video game; it's a truly immersive experience that transports gamers back to the lawless frontier of the late 1800s. Developed by Rockstar Games, the same folks behind the iconic Grand Theft Auto series, Red Dead Redemption takes the open-world concept and applies it to a historical backdrop, complete with vast landscapes, bustling towns, and a diverse cast of characters as varied as the desert itself.

]]> Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:30:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-tips-for-switch-ps4-port/ Magic: The Gathering's latest expansion set, Wilds of Eldraine, isn't quite as powerful as the original Throne of Eldraine, but it still features plenty of great cards for various formats. Some Wilds of Eldraine cards are primed for Commander and Standard, while others are obvious must-haves for booster draft Limited.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:30:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mtg-best-red-cards-in-wilds-of-eldraine-draft/ When Baldur's Gate 3 was released at 1.0 earlier this year, it took the gaming world by storm. The interaction of systems, choices, and character customization make for nearly endless replayability with stellar characters and writing throughout. It perfectly represents the magic found in the best tabletop Dungeons & Dragons adventures.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 23:00:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/if-you-liked-baldurs-gate-3-you-should-play-this-spooky-game-this-october/ The original Final Fantasy XIV launched back in 2010, and over the last thirteen years, it's evolved into one of the most polished and popular MMORPGs on the market. Its fifteen-dollar-a-month price tag doesn't deter players, not to mention purchasing expansions, as there's more than enough content to make subscribing to the world of Eorzea a worthwhile purchase. It didn't start that way, though, as the base Final Fantasy XIV was met with negative reception and ultimately shut down to make way for the updated, positively received A Realm Reborn.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 21:31:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/ffxiv-every-addition-so-far/ Lies of P is a brilliant new Soulslike that can rival the very best in the genre. It's definitely a challenge, but it also includes several features that make it a little more welcoming to those new to the genre as well. That's not to say that long-time Souls fans won't enjoy it though. The hauntingly atmospheric gothic-Victorian setting is perfect for the game's dark retelling of the classic Pinocchio tale.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:45:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/lies-of-p-jeweled-cryptic-vessel-guide/ New challenges lie ahead for Marvel's Spider-Man 2's co-leads beyond their web-swinging upgrades.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:37:47 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-spider-man-2-director-teases-peter-parker-and-miles-morales-new-personal-struggles/ Nintendo's Mario Kart is still going strong and burning rubber after three decades and more than a dozen games. Mario Kart games have been bestsellers on Nintendo's home consoles and handheld systems and the Nintendo Switch's Mario Kart 8 Deluxe still delivers new content after more than six years.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:40:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-mario-kart-characters/ With Elsa Bloodstone's featured week done and dusted, the Marvel Snap meta is in an intriguing new place as the new cards of the Bloodstone season are gradually fed into proceedings to throw up some brand-new combinations and synergies. For the Spotlight Cache week beginning October 10th, the release times will work differently in Marvel Snap, with the new Spotlight Cache cards now being available from noon PDT, 8pm BST.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:25:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-oct-10-spotlight-cache-cards-guide/ Hidemaro Fujibayashi, the game director of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, revealed what happened to the Ancient Sheikah technology that formerly populated the world of Hyrule in Breath of the Wild.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 18:54:28 GMT https://www.cbr.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-ancient-sheikah-technology/ The tabletop roleplaying game actual-play show Dimension 20 is well-known and beloved by fans for its in-depth worldbuilding, intriguing narratives, and compelling characters. Though the show has earned accolades for its emotional story beats and heartfelt roleplay interactions, the comedic geniuses of Dropout bring their hilarity to the table as well.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dimension-20-best-silly-moments/ After CD Projekt Red made several rounds of staff layoffs, Polish workers banded together to form the Polish Gamedev Workers Union.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 17:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/cd-projekt-layoffs-polish-gamedev-workers-union/ The latest Magic: The Gathering release makes a return to the dreamlike plane of Eldraine post-Phyrexian invasion. In Wilds of Eldraine, where gingerbread cookies come alive and wicked enchantments befall all kinds of mythical creatures, what lies beyond the fairytale realm is revealed.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:20:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/magic-the-gathering-wilds-of-eldraine-best-multicolored-cards/ Jake Pauwels brought bardic inspiration to his lunch break in the popular TikTok series Roll for Sandwich, which has enlisted the chaotic whims of The Adventure Zone's McElroy brothers for its fifth season.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 16:00:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/the-adventure-zone-mcelroy-brothers-wild-magic-table-roll-for-sandwich/ Critical Role benefits from a talented cast of veteran actors. Although it is a Dungeons & Dragons game at heart, it attracts a vast audience with its impressive production values and dedicated players. Marisha Ray has played integral characters in all three Critical Role campaigns, from Keyleth of the Air Ashari to Laudna, the Hollow One warlock.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 15:31:26 GMT https://www.cbr.com/critical-role-dungeons-dragons-best-marisha-ray-moments-ranked/ SPYxANYA: Operation Memories, the upcoming video game based on the Spy x Family franchise, has released a new trailer detailing its daily life sim features.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 14:00:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/spy-x-anya-operation-memories-video-game-preview-trailer-release/ Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition is a fantasy TTRPG first and foremost. However, it doesn't have to be pigeonholed into any one genre. A DM can take influences from any type of storytelling. In particular, many D&D 5e monsters draw on classic horror story tropes and elements, ripe for scaring players.

]]> Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:30:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-monsters-horror-one-shot/