Although gamers mainly flock to thePokemonseries to collect as many critters as possible, part of what makes the multibillion-dollar franchise so great is its soundtrack.Since the days ofPokemon RedandGreen, gamers have been treated to enchanting compositions that give each location character and up the energy of battles. Some songs, such as the eerie tune that plays in the Kanto region’s Lavender Town, have gone on to achieve cult status, and many myths and urban legends are associated with them....

TheStargateuniverse is expansive, filled with ancient aliens, lost cities, and ornery military personnel. TheStargatefranchise is almost 30 years old as of 2023, and while all the series, spinoffs, and movies can be watched in the order they were released, for the true chronology of the story, things need to be shuffled around somewhat. For those who are new to the show, or even just those who have only seen the original movie orStargate SG-1, the chronology might be hard to get a handle on....

Summary Now that the year is nearly at an end, it’s possible to take a look at a definitive list of the 25 highest-rated new video game releases of 2023.2023 has been one of the strongest years in terms of new game releasesthat the industry has ever seen, with many titles releasing to widespread critical acclaim. 2023 has given players almost too much to play, from brand-new IP to highly-regarded new entries in established franchises....

Train Sim World 3is a game made to simulate what it is like to be the conductor of a train,taking it across long stretches of railroadto get to a destination. There are all sorts of scenarios that a player can go through as they attempt to get their cargo safely to the destination, facing off against weather, challenges, and more. RELATED:Forgotten Nintendo GameCube Simulation Games Surprisingly,Train Sim World 3is one of those games that playerscanget stuck on during gameplay....

Summary Call ofDutyhas been central to Microsoft’s ongoing attempt to acquire Activision Blizzard, and fans who are hoping to see the world’s most popular first-person shooter franchise land onXbox Game Passmight have to be a little patient if the deal closes. While it is true that with Microsoft’s acquisition of Bethesda fans were able to enjoy games from franchises likeThe Elder Scrolls, Fallout,andDoomon Game Pass before long, and announcements ofheavy-hitters likeStarfieldas day-one Game Pass gamescoming soon after, it seems that Activision Blizzard is another kettle of fish entirely....

Wild Heartsis another fantastic addition to the monster-hunting sub-genre of games (even with the performance issues) and has its own slew of unique weapons for players to master. On release, the game is set to have 8 different weapons to choose from with 5 of them being craftable in Chapter 1 of the game’s main story. And, withcontent after launch already promised, who knows if more (and how many) will be added further down the road....

An upcoming indie horror game titledHunderd Acre Woodis on the horizon, turning the beloved children’s book character Winnie-the-Pooh into a nightmarish monster that players will be tasked with running from in the iconic forest. The unexpected twist on the honey-loving bear and his friends is set to release on Steam, and a new trailer for the game promises a completely unique take on the children’s story. Many know Winnie-the-Pooh as an innocent children’s book character who leads a simple life of loving honey and spending time with his best friend Piglet and human companion Christopher Robin....

Following fast on the heels of Sony and itsunboxings of the PS5, Microsoft has given the go-ahead for unboxing the Xbox Series X|S consoles. Game Rant has an Xbox Series X in-house and for those that might be curious, we will give a rundown of everything that comes in the retail packaging. It’s important to note that this is not a review. TheXbox Series X boxitself features a stark close-up of the console, highlighting the circular vents at the top and green tint that makes the top look almost concave....

Fans got their taste of Viking lore with games fromGod of Warin 2018, and now again in 2020 withAssassin’s Creed Valhalla. If anyone compiled a list of their favorite moments in history forAssassin’s Creedgames to adapt, certainly the Viking age would be high on many lists. The brutal melee combat and mythical undertones fit in perfectly with the series' current RPG-like trajectory, although it seems safe to say Vikings have not been at the top of many fan-made lists....

Quick Links There’s a lot to do in the final act ofBaldur’s Gate 3, but tucked away neatly in the upper center area of the Lower City is something Astarion could never forget – the mansion of Cazador Szarr. Cazador was Astarion’s master while he was nothing more than a Vampire’s thrall. Now free of the typical afflictions that plague Vampire Spawn thanks to the Tadpole, Astarion seeks revenge. But Cazador has greater ambitions than remaining a mere puppetmaster for the rest of his days, in fact, he seeks toAscend by sacrificing thousands of his spawnat once....

Summary Spider-Manis Marvel’s most recognizable hero for a reason, and this wall-crawling web-slinger has featured in more than his fair share of video game titles over the years. Whether it’s in his own games, in LEGO format, or as a fighter in another series,Spider-Manhas been all over the world, going beyond just New York City to provide players with an intense bout of action-packed combat. The bestSpider-Mangames often allow players a range of fluid mobility and combat variety, showcasing Spider-Man’s talents and powers with his spider-sense, web shooters, and of course, his powerful pulled punches....

Science fiction is one of the most popular movie genres, and as such, it has many variations and options. One of them is hard sci-fi. While the definitions differ, most people believe that a hard sci-fi is the type of story that works with real scientific concepts and theories, that are either being developed or could become a possibility in the not-so-distant future. RELATED:Best Sci-Fi Movies That Get Time Travel Right In other words, hard sci-fi movies have a basis in reality and when somebody’s watching them, they can think to themselves: This could actually happen (in the future)....

Raven continues to listen to the community and make impactful balancing changes inWarzone. This time around, theygave the AMAX a slight nerfand altered a number of movement stats on theCold Warassault rifles. The AMAX will now take one more shot to kill at range, andCold Warassault rifles will no longer displace submachine guns inWarzone. RELATED:Call of Duty: Warzone Teases Modern Warfare Sniper Attachment for Black Ops Cold War Weapons Additionally, the FARA’s damage was reduced and the Bullfrog’s damage was reduced....