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Nier: Automata is considered one of the best games of the last generation. It’s twisted narrative, engaging gameplay, and amazing soundtrack are adored by players across the world. But it seems that the Steam version of the game has been getting review bombed after the game’s launch on Game Pass and the Windows Store on March 18 As of this writing, over 480 negative reviews have been submitted for the game between March 18 and March 21....

Nier Replicant is a one of a kind RPG with one of the most unique post-games in the medium. New Game Plus doesn’t just add new content to the game, it fundamentally changes how Nier’s story plays out. Nier Replicant is ultimately a subversion of RPGs, twisting familiar genre conventions at just about every turn. Beating Nier Replicantonce is only the tip of the iceberg and dedicated players better strap in for a lengthy post-game....

Not only has Nintendo graced us with our own dream island to design in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, but the company has also given us access to its official island too. Nintendo first debuted its island last year, but it was recently tweeted that the island has since received a “facelift,” welcoming islanders back to take another tour. ‘Ninten Island’ was revealed to the public late last year, and we had to take a trip there ourselves....

The current global Nintendo Switch stock shortages could be being driven by artificial demand, as it’s believed that resellers are using bots to buy up consoles as soon as they become available. It’s currently incredibly difficult for people to purchase new Nintendo Switch units around the world, as the demand for the system is off the charts. This is due to the self-isolation period leaving a lot of people with free time on their hands, so a trip to Hyrule or the Galar region seems like a great way for gamers to entertain themselves....

With rumors teasing a possible sequel to Red Dead Redemption, one writer hopes that the next game in the series tells the story of legendary outlaw Landon Ricketts. With E3 2016 right around the corner, rumors are swirling about surprise games that will be revealed at the show. Evidence has been stacking up that one game in particular, Red Dead Redemption 2, will have its proper unveiling at E3 in June....

Our quick take Oppo Find X5 Pro - 4.5 / 5 Design Dimensions: 163.7 x 73.9 x 8.5mm / Weight: 218g IP68 water- and dust-resistance Glaze Black or Ceramic White Display and software 6.7-inch AMOLED panel, Gorilla Glass Victus protection 120Hz adaptive refresh, 1300 nits peak brightness Quad HD+ resolution (1440 x 3216) ColorOS 12 (built on Android 12) Performance and hardware Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, 12GB RAM 256GB storage (no microSD) 5000mAh battery capacity 80W SuperVOOC charging 50W wireless AirVOOC charging Camera Triple rear camera system: Main: 50-megapixel, f/1....

2023 has barely begun, but Oscar season is already in full swing. That news is typically welcomed with a sense of excitement within the film industry (or at least Film Twitter) and resignation everywhere else. Still, this year feels different. A significant factor going into the main thrust of this year’s awards season is that so many of the conventional contenders—the movies released at the end of the year with starry casts and studio prestige—have failed to find a theatrical audience....

For over four years now, Overwatch has remained a fairly balanced game, with characters rarely feeling overpowered due to Blizzard’s constant adjustments. However, the Overwatch developers may have gone too far with a recent buff of Reinhardt, as the character’s hammer is now being called “broken” by many fans. The recent buff for Reinhardt came as part of an experimental update, and while Rein mains will likely hope that the hero’s new power level sticks, players of every other character are likely hoping for a nerf....

Blizzard’s Horizon teaser has grown into a full announcement today, an all new Overwatch Assault map set on the Moon’s Horizon Lunar Colony. Jeff Kaplan even went ahead and created a new Developer Update video to accompany the map’s debut trailer, which should make clear the gravity of the update – pun intended. The Horizon Lunar Colony map offer a bevy of interesting features: unique gameplay opportunities, hidden story and lore, and the Moon....

The level cap for Overwatch is a long way away for the most of us, but one user has got all the way to level 1800 by himself - making him the first solo player to do it. One Overwatch player has become what he claims is the first person to reach the game’s level cap, without the use of a shared account. If you’re looking to feel bad about your own Overwatch progress, just take a look at Battlenet user TaZzeRK who has finally reached the popular first-person shooter’s level cap, all without the help of other players on his account....

Our quick take Panasonic Lumix LX100 Mark II - 4.0 / 5 So what’s new? New: USB charging New: Chunkier front grip New: Touchscreen control New: Bluetooth & Wi-Fi connectivity New: Effects, Monochrome, 4K Photo/Video New: Starlight autofocus, up to 30mins exposure Features & Performance 24-75mm f/1.7-2.8 equivalent lens (not interchangeable) High-speed burst shooting to 11fps (5.5 fps in continuous AF) 3-inch LCD screen, 1240k-dot resolution, touchscreen controls 0.38-inch LCD viewfinder, 2760k-dot resolution, 0....

With the retro FPS renaissance having been underway for a few years now, you’d think that there wouldn’t be any new or surprising entries in this well-worn genre. Industry juggernauts like id Software, 3D Realms, and Monolith already mined a lot of material from classic engines, so what could be left? Why not a game based on text adventures with a structure similar to Turok that employs some vector graphics for its art style?...

If you’re working on upgrading your weapons to the max level in Monster Hunter Rise, then you’re going to need a lot of rare materials, and the High Quality Pelt is just one of them. Much like the Warm Pelt we covered before, the High Quality Pelt is a material that comes from creatures you’re more likely to ignore than hunt, and then when you’re actually looking for those creatures, they can be tough to find....

Monster Hunter: World marked a bit of a departure from the handheld gaming roots of the series. With the extra power provided by consoles, it was able to bring new players to the Monster Hunter series with improved graphics and more intuitive cooperative play. Monster Hunter: World also introduced several memorable new monsters for fans to fight, and some of these monsters will make the transition into the series’ next title, Monster Hunter Rise....

Since the release of Mortal Kombat 11, there have been a number of reports with a focus on crunch culture at NetherRealm Studios, with current and former employees alike indicating that work weeks exceeding 80 hours have been commonplace at the company for several years. However, a new report suggests that there may be more going on at NetherRealm, and it is filled with allegations of gender discrimination and toxicity....

Sony’s film adaptation of the popular game franchise Uncharted seems to be moving forward once again after the announcement that Dan Trachtenberg will be taking over as the project’s new director. Now, after a couple of days since the announcement, the game franchise’s creators weigh in on the film’s progress. In a recent tweet posted by Naughty Dog’s Neil Druckmann, the game developer expressed his approval of the movie adaptation’s new director....

In 2019, Netflix released an adaptation of The Umbrella Academy, a Dark Horse Comics property, that was seen by 45 million households in its first month according to The Hollywood Reporter. As Netflix users wait for the return of shows like Stranger Things, it has officially been confirmed that The Umbrella Academy Season 2 will be available to stream on July 31, 2020. Today’s announcement was made via the Umbrella Academy Twitter account, which posted a minute-and-a-half-long video of the Netflix cast members who portray the seven superpowered Hargreeves children dancing to Tiffany’s “I Think We’re Alone Now....

Gear up with a fresh new wardrobe inspired by Call of Duty and show your friends who the real gamer is. DRKN has partnered with Activision for a truly fresh collection of hoodies, long sleeves, t-shirts, and oversized tees that look a lot different from the average video game apparel. That’s because DRKN is a streetwear company that knows how to combine style and comfort into high-quality gear with a clean look....

Fortnite Season 6 is right around the corner, and Epic Games has chosen to slowly tease its fans after the short delay the season experienced. Now, players already know about the robotic Loot Llama DJ and the cowgirl coming to the battle royale game, but it seems another has leaked alongside what appears to be pets. In the image below, players see full color player models of the aforementioned skins, but the third - on the right side - may seem a bit peculiar to some....

If you’re a fan of the epic spaceships in Star Wars, then you’ll want to know more about the upcoming game, Star Wars: Starfighter Missions. This mobile title will allow you to take control of some of the most iconic ships in the franchise. The game is a joint venture between Joymax Crop and Lucasfilm and sees players pilot vessels including the Millenium Falcon and Darth Vadar’s TIE Fighter. There are said to be over 80 ships in total, although your choice is likely to be limited depending on if you choose to fight for the dark side or light side....