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Blizzardis one of the busiest developers in the gaming industry, and has been for the best part of two decades. Never content with just one big release at a time, Blizzard has always developed multiple projects at once, with some smaller titles acting as spin-offs of bigger projects and multiple big-name titles occassionally landing at once. Back in the day,theWarcraftreal-time strategy serieswas releasing around the same time asWorld of Warcraftexpansions. Nothing’s really changed, with Blizzard having just releasedOverwatch 2, andDiablo 4set for release next year....

Console launches are often the true test of finalized hardware, and not always a test that consoles pass. Today, videos ofXbox Series X systems smokingwent viral online, though they were quickly proven to be fake. The culprit appears to have been vape smoke being blown into the console, and is apparently so widespread of an issue that Xbox has asked fans to stop. Over on Xbox’s Twitter, the console manufacturer urged fans to stop blowing smoke into the system, stating, “We can’t believe we have to say this, but please do not blow vape smoke into your Xbox Series X....

TheResident Evilfranchise is one of the mostpopular horror franchisesin history.This video game series, although isn’t the architect of the post-apocalyptic,zombie-plagued world genre, most certainly helped popularize it even more. The game series has gotten so popular and successful that it has spawned various movies, animated shows, and comic books, on top of the myriad of games under the franchise’s umbrella. RELATED:10 Horror Games To Play If You Love The Resident Evil Series...

It’s expensive to live in the world ofFinal Fantasy.Most of the mainFinal Fantasygames are represented on this list of the most expensive items in the franchise, but there are a few omissions.Final Fantasy VIis one such example. Some of the most expensive items in that game are only 17,000 Gil, which is nothing to scoff at, but comparatively those prices are practically free. How much Gil one can acquire and how easily obtainable it is also factored into this equation....

Summary The tsundere is a classic character archetypethat has been prevalent throughout the long, rich history of the anime medium. These character are typically introduced with brash, aggressive temperaments. However, as the series and the respective character’s arc progress, new layers are revealed. For the tsundere, the unpleasant exterior is not ultimately their true self, with a more pleasant, respectful aspect of their personality gradually coming to the surface. Among the many female tsundere to have graced the anime medium, a select few have proven to hold great influence over series that have followed....

Summary AMD has reportedly stopped the production of its Radeon RX 6650 XT graphics card and the stock is expected to run out by the end of September. The rumor comes from China, citing industry insiders, but does not state the reason for the end in production. AMD has also not shared any information on the same, so this piece of news should be taken with a pinch of salt....

The gaming scene is incredibly strong in the Philippines and has been for many years. Manila has hosted countless esports events, and the streets are riddled with internet cafes where many gamers test their skills against each other. Beyond that, there are still plenty of arcades for players who enjoy theclassic scene of fighting games. And so, it’s no wonder that more and more developers are adding Filipino characters to their rosters, across different titles and genres....

Summary When it comes to portable consoles, none have come close to the same success that Nintendo has enjoyed. Though Sony, Sega, and Atari have tried in the past, none seem to have the same staying power and broad appeal as the Kyoto-based company’s offerings. While they have made a few mistakes in the portable market over the years, they have also seen overwhelming success with some of their portables being some of the best-selling consoles of all time, home consoles included....

TheStar Warsfranchise hasproduced innumerable talesexpanding on its venerable universe. Of these stories, by far the boldest and most compelling come from novels. These written works provide depth and insight into many aspects of theStar Warsuniverse. Therefore, bolstering the franchise’s overarching narrative and filling in the gaps of otherwise incomplete stories. RELATED:Star Wars: Things The New Canon Took From Legends The most popular and wonderfully outlandish tales come fromStar Wars Legends. Originally known as the Expanded Universe,Star Wars Legendsis a collection of non-canon stories set in an alternate continuity....

Summary Ubisoft’s long-runningTom Clancy series of gamestend to be gritty and realistic shooters that place a big emphasis on immersion, which, as a result, makes them an absolute blast to experience with a friend. Whilea lot of the Tom Clancy games were designed with co-op compatibility in mind, even some of the traditional single-player titles, such asSplinter Cell, have also gradually incorporated multiplayer elements into their games. As a result, it’s fair to say that, when it comes to jumping into a brand-new co-op experience, the Tom Clancy series has a plethora of options available....

Shotguns have a mixed perception inCall of Duty: Warzonedue to damage spread not always resulting in expected damage. Still, there is one major shotgun trend that continues to appear in casual and professional loadouts. Players who learn to master theirCall of Duty: Warzoneshotguns end up being some of the deadliest combatants on the battlefield. When it comes to shotguns, theR9-0 is a normal go-to option forWarzonefans. Players have seen other choice weapons get nerfed or rebalanced but the R9-0 seems to be staying in a reasonable niche of strength and weaknesses....

It’s no secret thatDestiny 2has arampant cheating problem on PC. Looking at forums, community message boards, subreddits, YouTube, and even livestreams shows that Bungie is struggling to keep hacking and cheating out of its PvP experiences, and in a lot of cases it’s ruining the game for people. However, the rampant cheating is also completely changing the personality of the averageDestiny 2player as well. Prior to the move to Steam and theaddition ofDestiny 2: New Light, there were a few cheaters here or there, but not enough to be noticeable....

Diablo 4seems to perform well on the Steam Deck, according to user reports, but there are problems with the experience as well, and some of them may well be impossible to ignore due to the device’s quirks and nuances. Blizzard’s ARPG blockbuster has already made its proverbial weight in gold, and its initial burst of popularity is bound to ensure its staying power. It’s not a huge surprise thatDiablo 4has smashed Blizzard recordson day one, becoming the developer’s fastest-selling game of all time....