Back in 2003, IO Interactive and Electronic Arts releasedFreedom Fighters, a tactical third-person shooter that earned strong reviews at the time of its release, with particular praise given to its multiplayer mode and impressive squad AI. The game became a cult classic, with many fans calling for aFreedom Fighters 2in the years since. While aFreedom Fighterssequel hasn’t been announced, the original game is making a comeback of sorts. IO Interactive has re-releasedFreedom Fighterson PC, updating the game so that it runs well on modern gaming rigs....

Genshin Impacthas a very busy update schedule which constantly brings new content to the game. However, some activities are permanent, and they are a part of many players' daily routine. One of those activities are the four Daily Commissions which provide players with various rewards including the precious Primogems which are used for wishing on the game’s banners. Genshin Impactplayers unlock this feature once they reach Adventure Rank 12 and finish the “Every Day a New Adventure” world quest....

God of War Ragnarokhad big shoes to fill, being the follow-up to the beloved 2018 release while shuffling the entire mythology of Ragnarok into one game. Santa Monica Studio has previously statedGod of War’s Norse Saga could have easily been a trilogy, but the developer didn’t want to keep fans waiting for years for a proper conclusion. What’s clear, though, is that Santa Monica didn’t water down its game to fit everything into one title; in every way,God of War Ragnarokis an epic befitting its video game reputation and mythological source material....

Summary GTA Online’s most recent updatewas first announced a few weeks ago. The update was pretty significant, as it introduced animals in freemode for the first time. It also added new cars, Drift Races, and drift modifications for some vehicles. Now,Grand Theft Auto Onlinegamers are able to play The Chop Shop missions, in which they’ll steal rare vehicles across Los Santos. The most important character in the update is Yusuf Amir, who first appeared inGTA 4’s DLC The Ballad of Gay Tony around 14 years ago....

Modding video games can lead to all manner of interesting experiences, and few series have been as heavily modded as Rockstar Games’Grand Theft Auto. Many mods around the Internet change in-game aesthetics and models, such as aGTA: San Andreasmod adding Insomniac’s Spider-Manas a playable character, but some, like a recently createdGrand Theft Auto 5mod, have had much more practical real-world effects. A modder who goes by Makinolo uploaded “GTBikeV” to the siteGTA 5Mods on May 20, which allows any player who downloads and installs it to turn their Smart Bike Trainer into a controller for the game, essentially letting them have an “immersed” bike ride throughout its open world....

In every Soulslike game, there are a few similarities that both act as a key to later areas and also reference the immensely influentialDark Souls, which is arguably the most importantaction RPG of the modern era. There are many such lore-rich devices in theSoulsseries that grant access to late-game areas and similar games have emulated this vibe. RELATED:5 Soulslike Indie Games That Scratch That Dark Souls Itch No longer are crucial items just “red key” and “blue key”, but now hold a significance of their own and a rational place in a game world’s folklore and mythology....

Quick Links A Tingling is a level inBraidthat many players will move on from and come back to later, due to it using a mechanic that players will not be very experienced in. Glowing green objects will not rewind when using your time powers, and can be manipulated to have different elements present from how the level started. Obtainingboth puzzle piecesin A Tingling relies on the player understanding this in different ways....

One of the most revered aspects ofMass Effectis how well-realized the universe is, as there is a decent chance any questions have a reasonable answer hidden away in the game’s codex. From matters such as why guns from the first game technically have unlimited ammo in gameplay to an interesting cast of characters with complex backstories and personalities, BioWare deservedly gets a lot of praise for helping to makeMass Effectfeel alive....

Summary Romancing NPCs is a key part of theMass Effectfranchise, as the series has arguably pioneered the inclusion of romantic subplots in AAA RPGs. Love stories between player-characters and in-game companions are more commonplace now, butMass Effect 4can exceed expectationsby expanding romance beyond just the player. Luckily,Mass Effect 3already provides a great example of how this can be accomplished. Mass Effectplayers are well acquainted with Shepard’s many potential love interests. Indeed, it sometimes seems like the whole galaxy is throwing themselves at the esteemed commander, but most of the other major NPCs of the franchise seem considerably less interested in dating other people, ostensibly remaining single unless the player decides to romance them....

Using chests to store items is a pivotal part ofMinecraft, as the player’s inventory can only hold so much. While the standard wooden chest is certainly useful, it does have its limitations. The biggest of these limitations is its lack of portability, as once a chest is placed, it can’t be moved without taking all of the items inside out. For players looking for a solution to this conundrum,Shulker Boxes are the answer....

Infinity Ward loves to hide small details all overCall of Duty: Modern Warfaremaps and game modes. These slight references can hint at the future of the title, small nods to other games, or just creepy or funny surprises for players to discover.Modern Warfareis filled with these gems and only the most observant fans can find every secret within the popular shooting title. Hidden in the apartments is a secret that haunts fans as they search for themouse traps needed for the famed Easter Egg....

The indie video game scene is awash withDark Soulsclones. Imitators and games inspired by FromSoftware’s great series have been inspired by everything from the game’s brutal difficulty, to its haunting, melancholy aesthetic. However, some of these homages have been more effective than others, andMortal Shellbrilliantly recaptures the best aspects of the legendary action RPG. WithElden Ringstill a couple of months away,Mortal Shellis the perfect Soulslike to keep fans going until FromSoftware’s next release....

It’s E3 season, and every year leading up to the big event, there’s all kinds of leaks about what fans can expect to see at the show. Many of these leaks turn out to be fake, but there’s usually at least a handful of leaks that are accurate. This year, a massive E3 2021 leak proved to be right on the money, as did the leaks surrounding abrand newFinal Fantasyprojectthat was announced during Square Enix’s E3 2021 showcase,Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin....