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Some older games might not get the appreciation they deserve from younger generations. Many might think the newest releases are breaking new ground while, in reality, games over 15 years old already include such a mechanic or side quest. Hopefully, the list below shines a light on such classics that innovated with their side quests. Usually, it is not just the side quest that shows innovation. The main focus of each entry is just an example of everything else each particular game did that would still impress modern gamers....

EA’s been in a strange place the last few years, with its premier non-sports titles ending up on the backfoot compared to similar titles.Battlefield5’s disappointment made way for games likeCall of Duty: Modern Warfare, and nowBlack Ops Cold War, at the mainstream first-person shooters.Need for Speedhas been supplanted by simulatory and arcade-like experiences such asForza HorizonorDirt 5. Ironically enough, EA even acquired Codemasters to expand its racing catalogue beyond justNeed for Speed....

The third and, currently, finalGuardians of the Galaxyfilm directed by James Gunn just hit theaters, and so far it has impressed fans and critics alike. While not expected to break any records, it is on track for a solid opening weekend and should satisfy fans who have kept up with the Guardians since 2014. That initial film remains one of the biggest surprise hits of theMCU, propelling the obscure Marvel mercenary group into fame and playing some role in the lead-up to the 2021 gameMarvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy....

Summary As one of the best-selling games on the Nintendo Switch,Super Smash Bros. Ultimatehas been entertaining players since it was released in December 2018. From then until October 2021,Smash Ultimatecontinued spreading hype across the game industry thanks to a pair of DLC Fighters Passes that introduced even more Nintendo and third-party representatives. Even now,Super Smash Bros. Ultimatestands as a timeless platform fighter that anyone can bring out for parties or competitions....

Quick Links Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtreeadds even more than just a new region, weapons, and gear to use. One of the lesser-known additions is a new status effect known as Eternal Sleep. While it is a new status effect, it has a lot of similarities to the original Sleep status effect depending on the enemy it is being used on. Status effects are useful bonuses that are applied to enemies or the player whenever they are hit by a weapon or item thatdeals a status effect....

With the introduction ofOverwatch 2, long-time fans have seen a variety of major changes that have shifted gameplay significantly. Most obviously, the move from teams of six to teams of five has dramatically changed the meta and forced players to reconsider their team’s composition as well as their individual picks. Along with the new team size,Overwatch 2introduced a Push game mode where teams accompany a robot and push an objective as far into enemy territory as possible - and it won’t be the only new PvP mode added to the sequel....

There was a fair amount of shock following Brendan Greene’s departure from Krafton recently. The game developer formerly known as PlayerUnknown is the mastermind behindPUBG, which is arguably the most successful battle royale game of the last few decades and inspired a wave of similar titles. While this departure may have been unexpected for many, there’s plenty of evidence thatGreene is onto bigger and better things. Brendan Greene had left thePUBGcore team in 2019 with a clear desire to move away from battle royale-style games....

AfterSplatoon 3’sdemo Splatfest of Rock, Paper, Scissors, and its first official Splatfest of Gear versus Grub versus Fun, the game is facing more criticism from fans. The complaints specifically revolve around the Splatfest content, particularly when it comes to the Splatfest’s tricolor gimmick.The latest Splatfesthad very few tricolor battles due to the demo getting complaints that the tricolor battles were unbalanced. While the demo set this cynical tricolor standard, the Gear, Grub, and Fun Splatfest has only worsened fan feelings....

Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot’s DLC is almost here, and as an additional end game task, the God of Destruction Beerus will be available as a boss fight. Beerus represents the pinnacle of power in theDragon Ballcosmos, and is rumored to be the strongest God of Destruction in all 12 universes. While it is true that angels like Whis are said to be even more powerful, that level of strength is not thought to be attainable by mortals, but fans ofDragon Ball Superhave seen mortals become Gods of Destruction firsthand....

Despite being the first video game made byLast Bastion Studios LLC,Savage Landshas proven to be a high-quality survival game. This new title puts players in a world devastated by a war between humanity and Dragons. Undoubtedly,Savage Landshas beeninfluenced by other survival games, since it features many familiar survival mechanics like crafting and a sophisticated build system. And just like other survival games, players will need to use the right tools and weapons if they’re going to survive the frozen shores of Tarvhas....

It’s War! is the fourth mission inAdvance Wars 1: Re-Boot Camp, and it is the first time that Andy is without Nell’s assistance. While players are unlikely to have a great deal of difficulty completing this mission with the fresh CO, they may find it a bit challenging to beat it with an S-rank. For those fans that are indeed struggling to earn an S-rank inAdvance Wars 1: Re-Boot Camp’s It’s War!...

On the April 20 episode ofDynamite,All Elite WrestlingPresident Tony Khan and New Japan Pro-Wrestling President Takami Ohbari were interrupted by Adam Cole, who announced that the two companies would collaborate to put on a pay-per-view event. The event was titled Forbidden Door in reference to the wrestling term often used to refer to a competitor who turns up in one promotion, typically while under contract with another. The announcement of the event left many drafting dream matches they once considered impossible....

Colossal Weapons have alwaysbeen a staple ofSoulsgames.Elden Ringis no exception and, with its towering enemies and oversized uppity demigods, some of these ultra-weapons are almost necessary to keep these Elden gods' egos in check. Wielding these colossal weapons, however, is no simple or easy feat. For one, they’re the slowest weapons inElden Ring. Their payoff is also back-loaded, assuming the blow does connect. That’s why many Tarnished have laid their ambitions to rest and just opted for bleed katanas oroverpowered magic and Sorceries....