Many consider the 1991 arcade classicDonkey Kongto be the first video game that used cutscenes to tell a story. Since then, the advancements in technology and the push towards narrative-driven gameplay have led to a big change in the way that cutscenes are used in video games. Cinematic experiences are becoming the norm. RELATED:10 Longest-Running Video Game Franchises (& How Many Games They’ve Released) Although some genres utilize them more than others, pretty much every game released in the modern age features cutscenes in some way, shape, or form....

Vikings: Wolves of Midgardhas been out since 2017, and though it hasn’t managed to set down roots in the mainstream gaming consciousness, it’s still a game with a lot to offer. Fans of Action RPGs will be able to jump right in without much difficulty, but newcomers to the genre will still find it perfectly enjoyable and accessible. RELATED:Diablo 2 Resurrected is a Perfect Reminder of a More Hardcore Time...

Summary Debuting all the way back in 2002, theBattlefieldfranchise has seen its fair share of hits and misses over the last two decades. With the series arguably at an all-time low, manyBattlefieldfans are remembering the franchise’s glory days, when classes had distinct loadouts and purposes, when maps felt just the right size, and when “Battlefieldmoments” felt organic and genuine. For many long-time fans,Battlefield3is what springs to mind in these moments....

The announcement ofAlan Wake 2at last week’s Game Awards has fans of the titular writer and the horror game surrounding him excited, as the future of theAlan Wakeseries has been up in the air ever since the release ofControl’s2020 crossover DLC,AWE. Now that a sequel to the 2010 psychological thriller has been confirmed, however, speculation among fans has been in full swing. Director Sam Lake said that there won’t be much information on the title for quite some time as Remedy Entertainment continues working on it, but he did mention in an interview with IGN thatAlan Wake 2will be dropping the T-rating from the original and leaning into an M one....

None can deny thatAssassin' Creed Valhallais a colossal game with numerous locales to explore and secrets to uncover. One area that treasure-hunters might overlook, though, is the Vikings' native country of Norway. Although players start their journey here, the point is to get to England, where untold wealth supposedly lies. RELATED:Open-World Games As Breathtaking As Assassin’s Creed Valhalla With this in mind, fans can be forgiven for not thinking about what they can find on the home turf....

Summary OneBaldur’s Gate 3player found an inventive way to one-shot the final boss of Act 2. Their achievement adds to the already substantial list ofBaldur’s Gate 3builds and combos that can deal devastating damage. Warning! Baldur’s Gate 3 Act 2 spoilers ahead.Thesecond act ofBaldur’s Gate 3ends with an epic fight against General Ketheric Thorm. The encounter takes place in two stages, the first of which can be skipped by passing a difficult skill check....

When it comes to fighting games,SNK Playmorehas easily produced some of the most memorable franchises out there. From the likes ofKing Of FightersandFatal Fury, a lot of the fighting game genre’s most iconic series, characters, techniques, and even gameplay mechanics have come from anSNKtitle. RELATED:Most Underrated Fighting Games Of All Time And while theKing Of FightersandFatal Furyfranchises are just some landmark series from the hit publisher, there are still some fighting games under their belt that fans and fighting game enthusiasts hail as their best creations....

Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response orASMRis a relatively new, but exciting element players are adding to their gaming time. People get ASMR when someone talks in a slow, low, and soft voice which causes a tingle sensation that people can feel around them, it also makes gaming a less stressful hobby because players can remain calm at all times and in turn perform much better. The ASMR trend has been around for several years and more and more content creators have been leaning into making these types of videos leaving so many options for players to have on while they play....

TheSuper Nintendois one of the greatest consoles of all time, housing some of the most iconic video games of all time that fans still adore to this day. The retro palette featured in these games has become the stuff of legends, withmany players having a soft spot for the SNESand its many amazing offerings. There aremany games on this consolethat players can enjoy with their friends, with some offerings being better than others....

For decades, Nintendo has delighted players around the world with its varied cast of colorful characters. Among this pantheon of gaming, there have been numerous iconic romantic pairings, many of which have transcended gaming. Related:Most Iconic PlayStation Couples Some of these are only ever implied in the actual games, often teasing fans with the promise of eventual romance. Others are well-established couples within the universe of the games. Some of these couples are tied together by destiny, while others have met through happenstance....

TheNintendo Switchhas been a sales phenomenon and a return to form for the legendary console manufacturer, winning over massive audiences and revitalizing the company’s home console sales after the Wii U failed to meet expectations. Part of theSwitch’s success has been thanks to a library of first and third-party titles that appeal to wide ranges of players. Games as diverse asHyrule Warriors,Animal Crossing, The Witcher 3and theCrash Bandicootremasters have all found a home on the system, but the biggest third party success on the console probably isn’t one most adult players would expect....

Summary A recent comment by Xbox’s Matt Booty suggests that the highly-anticipatedSenua’s Saga: Hellblade 2will hitXbox Game Passas a day one game at some point in the second half of 2024.Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2has been hotly anticipatedsince its initial announcement, with many impressed by the game’s visual prowess. Xbox fans have been waiting years to get their hands on the game, but there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel....

WhenBloodbornewas released for PS4 back in 2015, it found a home among those more masochistic players who favor something a mite more challenging. As asuccessful horror gothic game, not much can surpass its gloomy atmosphere and punishing gameplay. For that reason, one dedicated fan has spent the past thirteen months working on a PS1-style “demake” of the first few hours of the game, and it looks as though it’s proving to be very popular, despite only releasing a couple of days ago....