Summary Indie gameshave revolutionized the gaming industry, offering unique experiences that often go unnoticed amidst the blockbuster launches. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery as we delve into these hidden gems that deserve the spotlight. These indie games captivate you with their captivating narratives, immersive gameplay mechanics, and artistic brilliance. With their innovative approaches to storytelling and gameplay, they provide a refreshing break from the mainstream gaming scene. So, grab your controller and get ready to explore the uncharted territories of indie gaming, where creativity knows no bounds and surprises await at every turn....

Whenever people talk about classic games that need a comeback,The Simpsons Hit & Run is always near the top of the list. It’s a beloved classic, and whileI think a like-for-like remake wouldn’t quite hold up today(it was a little short and very janky by modern standards), I’m amazedEAhas refused to channelThe Simpsons’enduring popularity, and the cult classic status of their games, into something new. In 2022, the most watched thing onDisney Pluswas The Simpsons....

InThe Sims 4, when your Sim completes the steps of their aspiration, fulfills their wants, orachieves a milestone, they will receive satisfaction points, which can be redeemed in the reward store. There are other reward traits that can be gained in the game through completing aspirations or reaching a high level in a career, but only reward traits from the rewards store are featured in this list. RELATED:The Sims 4: Best Aspirations There are also potions available in the rewards store, such as the Confident Potion, which can only be used once and will temporarily alter your Sims mood....

After more than six years without a bigTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game, 2022 was a slice of heaven for TMNT fans. Not only did we get The Cowabunga Collection,an excellent retro compilation featuring 13 games from throughout the Turtle’s storied history, but we also saw Shredder’s Revenge,a brand new beat-’em-up that quickly cemented itself as one of the most beloved TMNT games ever, even giving Turtles in Time a run for its money....

Earlier today, Twitch sent a tweet that confused and annoyed Asians everywhere, in which it asked “If you could live a new adventure by being reincarnated as one of your favorite characters, who would you choose?”, complete with the hashtag AAPI and an image of nine different characters. They are, deservedly, getting roasted, with general disbelief that this was posted by an official account. In celebrating AAPI Month, Twitch has made it ever more apparent that it is run by out-of-touch white people....

Quick Links FromThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’s very first cutscene, the Secret Stones are positioned as important objects that will play a significant role in the game’s story. A mural underneath Hyrule Castle depicts an evil entity known as the Demon King stealing “something of incredible power” from the kingdom - a teardrop-shaped stone. Related:The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom - Who Is The Light Dragon?...

Note: This article was written prior toA24’s announcement of a sequel to Talk to Me. Talk to Me is a newhorrormovie with a great horror premise: a group of teenagers gain access to an embalmed hand and when they touch it and say “Talk to me,” a dead person appears in front of them. When they say, “I let you in,” they become possessed by that person’s spirit until they let go....

Quick Links As you head over to The Xianzhou Luofu after finishing the main story of Jarilo-VI inHonkai: Star Rail, you’ll get to meet the head of the Sky-Faring Commission known as Yukong. It seems like she has a stern personality but Tingyun will mention that she’s quite soft and knows when she needs to be strict. RELATED:Honkai: Star Rail - Ascension And Trace Materials For Luocha A lot of players already became Yukong’s fans when they saw her in the story, and she was also revealed as a playable character releasing in the second half of the Version 1....

From the creators ofGenshin Impact,Honkai Star Railis a popular turn-basedRPGwith gacha-game elements that’s chock-full of interesting characters with unique traits, beliefs, and abilities. With so many interesting planets to explore, and a story centered around exploring the cosmos, it’s racked up quite a devoted fanbase for itself. Related:Things That Make No Sense In Honkai: Star Rail Just as the characters align with their stars, so do human beings. Some people carry the same traits and exhibit signs of belonging to a certain kind of element, just as the characters in Honaki Star Rail do....

Quick Links An iconic antagonist from a cult-classic series, Shodan fromSystem Shockis perhaps one of the best interpretations of the consequences of a rogue AI in video games so far. There’s an innumerable amount of quotable lines, memorable moments, and interactions with this psychopathic sci-fi supercomputer that’s earned her a spot on the list of best villains in gaming for many. RELATED:Best Horror Games For Beginners The series itself though is pretty old by this point, so it’s understandable that there are some that may have missed the boat on this one....

Like the grandfatherly capitalist John Hammond in Jurassic Park,Rockstar Gameshas a reputation for sparing no expense. The company waited a decade to follow upGrand Theft Auto 5and took almost eight years to work up toRed Dead Redemption 2. The result is games that are often a cut above anything else produced at such a large scale. Red Dead Redemption 2 is as detailed an open-world game as any studio has made, and most sandbox games released in 2023 would have a hard time competing with the sheer wealth of activities on offer in GTA 5....

Quick Links We’re nearing the end of the week now, so how has yourWordlescore fared so far? If you need a little help ensuring it stays intact today, you’ve come to the right place. RELATED:Wordle: Beginner Tips We’ve got a breakdown of all the letters, some general word clues, or, if you just want the full answer, we’ve got that here too. All the answers are hidden from view, so don’t worry about any accidental spoilers....

TheXbox Series Smight be a great deal for gamers, but not so much for developers. This cheaper hardware doesn’t just keep its price down by omitting a disc drive, but also by compromising the performance, giving devs less to work with. But despite these headaches,Xboxhas no plans to ditch its budget console. Speaking after the Xbox Games Showcase,Xbox Game Studioshead Matt Booty makes it clear that the company won’t allow devs to skip the Series S and launch exclusively on theSeries X....