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The launch of theXbox Series Xand theXbox Series Sis less than a week away. Yet, new details about the consoles continue to be shared. One area that has remained mostly nebulous up until recently is exactly how much storage space will be available in next-genXboxconsoles. With official console reviews now coming in, the Xbox Series S’s available digital space has been confirmed, and it’s not the most encouraging. TheXbox Series S is advertised as featuring a 512GB solid-state drivefor its storage....

Yesterday came a surprise announcement from Ubisoft stating that today there would be a live event to reveal a newTom Clancy’sgame. Many fans of the series hoped would be a sequel or reboot for theSplinterCellfranchise, but this wasn’t the case. The new game is calledTom Clancy’s XDefiant, a 6v6 arena combat first-person shooter with varied loadouts and abilities depending on faction. There are four factions in the game, and they are each inspired by othergames set in theTom Clancyuniverse, comprising ofSplinterCell,GhostRecon, andThe Division....

Spider-Man: Miles Moraleshas a lot to love about the story. In some ways, it is close to the adaptation of Miles' narrative found in the 2018 filmSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. It also has some surprises and plays around with expectations. Like the first game, players can expect a bombastic narrative full of action. RELATED:10 Weird Plot Holes In Spider-Man: Miles Morales Spider-Man: Miles Moralesis also full of heart and might actually have more of it thanMarvel’s Spider-Man....

Animatedcartoonsof the 1970’s looked way different from they do now. There were few special effects beyond what animators were capable of drawing and sound effects were largely re-used time and time again. Yet, there is still an enduring quality to the rustic cartoons of the 70s and overall, their entertainment value has not subsided. Related:The Best Western Cartoons For Anime Fans Somecartoonsfrom this era have stood the test of time better than others, mostly kept alive through reboots or live-action adaptations....

Combat inAge of Wonders 4focuses on a few units at a time. Only six units of any type, including heroes, can move together as a single army. On top of that, every unit has an upkeep cost of gold, mana, or both. These facts are important because each unit eats into its faction’s gold and mana income. So, if players want to replace their tier 1 units with tier 2s, or if they want to reorganize their armies and create better combinations, one important step is to disband existing units and save on resources....

One creativeAnimal Crossing: New Horizonsplayer has designed a ramen shop for their in-game island.Animal Crossing: New Horizonsis the fifth entry in thesocial simulation video game seriesdeveloped and published by Nintendo, and it quickly became one of the company’s most popular games and a definite system seller for the Nintendo Switch. During the COVID-19 pandemic,Animal Crossing: New Horizonstook the world by storm as the adorable simulation-game released during the peak of travel restrictions and stay-at-home orders in 2020....

Animal Crossing: New Horizonsallows players a great deal of freedom. From choosing which villagers live on their island, to being able to customize every detail of the island the player lives on, the latest title in theAnimal Crossingseries has seen players pour hundreds of hours into making sure their in-game home is perfect.Animal Crossing: New Horizonsplayers will each take a different approach to their island, with many dedicating their homes to games, movies, and other media....

Bayonetta 3is full of thatUmbra witch magicand combat prowess that players were so fond of in the first two installments of the series. With new abilities, more places to explore,and additional characters, there’s more going on in this game than in the previous two, keeping players distracted from the finer details. RELATED:Nintendo Characters Who Got Massive Power Boosts In Sequels With the fast-paced, non-stop action, players are sure to miss themany hidden easter eggsstrewn throughoutBayonetta 3....

Gekiga is a term used to refer to adult-oriented manga, most of which were released between the late ’50s and ’70s. These stories are defined by mature themes, realistic art, and graphic imagery. Quite a number of the genre’s classic works are short stories, although many of the greatest gekiga releases opt for long-form narratives. Their presentation is also quite cinematic, blending visual storytelling with rather long passages of dialogue....

No piece of media can really translate what it is like to be in a warzone, but art can still explore themes related to the topic. Video games face the challenge of always being seen as pure entertainment instead of art with anything meaningful to discuss. The open-world games below all deal with war either in a modern or historical setting. They do not only use armed conflict as a backdrop but a few directly tie war into their themes and what it does to people and their identities....

Since bursting onto the scene two years ago,Core Keeperhas established itself as a first-class entry in the survival sandbox scene. For developers Pugstorm, the game has garnered them plentiful acclaim for its style, atmosphere, and animation. Related:Beginner Tips For Core Keeper Often compared to 1997’sDungeon Keeper,Core Keepertakes players on an often surprisingly unsettling journey underground. Similar in both style and mechanics to similarly beloved sandbox modern classics such asMinecraft, the game sees players begin their journey in the Core chamber, a location nestled deep in the heart of numerous underground caverns the player explores and mines as the game wears on....

Square Enixmay be enduring a rather rocky time in the gaming industry right now, but there’s no denying that the company is still one of the most recognized developers in existence. They have developed several amazing titles that have stood the test, going on to become some of the greatest video games in living memory. RELATED:Square Enix Games That Desperately Need A Remaster The company enjoyed many golden years, with its output on the PS2 being particularly noteworthy....

Summary Amazon is rolling out incredible discounts on Blink’s smart home products. From doorbells with cutting-edge cameras to advanced home security systems, the e-commerce giant is offering savings of up to and over 50%. For those who have been considering an upgrade to their home’s security setup, now is the perfect time. Bundles are also part of the deal, allowing shoppers to save hundreds of dollars on packages that include multiple devices....