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The walking-sim genre has long been seen as a “game, not a game”, where the paucity of gameplay has meant that many players don’t take kindly to the genre. In recent years, fortunately, this trend is starting to reverse, with many players starting to discover this particular genre. In this article, we wanted to bring […]
Phantom Blade 0 was unveiled during the very recent PlayStation Showcase, in which it was shown in the very first video that allowed us to get a little taste of what the game will be. In this article, we have decided to collect all the information that has been revealed up to this moment in […]
When it comes to indies, one of the genres that can count most on this branch of gaming is undoubtedly horror. Many of the best horrors ever, were created by small development teams who managed to create very good products, managing to establish themselves on the market, and giving a hard time to the greats […]
The world of gaming is evolving more and more over the past few years. In order to arrive at the great glories of the present, various technologies have been used over time which have allowed constant evolution. In recent years, one of the most interesting inventions that are starting to reach stability even within the […]
There will be a Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake. And while it follows the series’ tradition of having a very stupid-sounding name, I ain’t happy, and here is why. Ever since rumors of a Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake started making the rounds I’ve had an uneasy feeling in my stomach. Partly because I’m miserable […]
Here is everything you missed from the PlayStation Showcase from May 2023! The most recent PlayStation Showcase just wrapped and it clocked in at about an hour of length! There were lots of updates on previously announced titles as well as some surprises! Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake, Dragons Dogma 2, and finally something on […]
Missing your dearest companion in battle? Don’t worry we’ll tell you all the ways to get the Zelda Tears of the Kingdom Master Sword and how best to use it. The Master Sword is not only one of Zelda’s most iconic weapons it is also one of the strongest weapons you can get in Zelda […]
Honkai Star Rail Prime Gaming bundle gives you Stellar Jade, Credits, and Refined Aether just for being a member. After years of success on the service for Genshin Impact, Honkair Star Rail Prime Gaming bundle is here for folks to claim. They are running between May 17th till June 6th. The rewards, of course, require […]
The Jing Yuan Banner releases for Honkai Star Rail on May 17th at 6PM server time. The second phase of 1.0 features General Jing Yuan of the Xianzhou Luofo. Swirl of Heavenly Spear Event Warp■ Event Duration2023/05/17 18:00:00 – 2023/06/06 14:59:00(server time) During the event, the drop rate of the limited 5-star character Jing Yuan […]
When’s the Honkai Star Rail PS5 releasing? What about the PS4? We asked around! Here is everything we could find out! Honkai Star Rail has turned out to be a massive success for miHoYo. On release, the game had over 20 million pre-registrations more than double the pre-registrations that their previous title Genshin: Impact had […]
These are the best Bailu Honkai Star Rail builds from Light Cones to teammates in version 1.0. The best healer you can hope to pull right now can be a serious game changer. Bailu Bailu is a Vidyadhara (dragon person) from Xianzhou. Though you don’t meet her until the later portion of the 1.0 story […]
That’s right! The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom is now available for preload. Learn here how to get your hands on the Breath of the Wild sequel early and when it’ll be available for play. Yes! You can preload the upcoming Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom right now on your Nintendo […]
Who would’ve thought Battlestate Games would grace us with a roadmap for Escape from Tarkov’s future? Well here it is and it looks great! Battlestate Games has just posted a preliminary roadmap for the near future of Escape from Tarkov and its updates. While this doesn’t mean the highly anticipated wipe is around the corner, […]
Trying Guilty Gear Strive and struggling to get into it? Don’t worry, we have compiled a guideline that’ll get you on the right track. There are probably many, many guides out there that teach you all you need to know about Guilty Gear Strive. Breaking down each and every character in extreme detail and explaining […]
With Final Fantasy 16 (FF16) looking as good as it does, we should get into why this title is so important for Square Enix and why it has to be something special. The release of a new Final Fantasy used an event that shook the gaming world. Sure that was 20 to 30 years ago, […]
In the most recent Tarkov TV by Battlestate Games, we got more details on Escape from Tarkov Arena. So we thought this was the perfect time to compile all the details. Having been announced almost a year ago, Escape from Tarkov’s Arena move has been shrouded in mystery ever since. There are a few bits […]
Here are our suggestions for Video Game Adaptations that should hit the small screen. With HBO’s The Last of Us being a smashing success and breaking records left and right, we’ve been thinking about what other games could be brought to TV shows next. There are many games out there with amazing stories that would […]
Here are 6 great video games set in the United Kingdom, from recent hits to forgotten gems. The United Kingdom has been the setting for some great video games over the years, some more obvious than others. In this new article, we’ll take a look at some of the most iconic and, in some cases, […]
Here are our picks for some of the best games on Game Pass that you can enjoy right now! The Game Pass has proven itself to be the best value in gaming. No matter what console or platform you’ve sworn allegiance to, none of them can beat Microsoft’s subscription service and its overwhelming catalog of […]
Video Game Remakes seem to be released every other month, and we should discuss where all of this leads and why this Remake-mania is getting out of hand. In the past few months, three amazing remakes and several equality great remasters have dominated the video game discussion. With more on the horizon and others rumored […]
The Exoprimal Open Beta was last weekend and we checked it out for you. Read our impressions here! Last weekend, Capcom let players around the world try out their upcoming PvPvE title Exoprimal in open beta. After getting 10 hours into it, we go get a good grasp of what the shooter is all about. […]
A few weeks ago, Final Fantasy XVI was presented to the world in Media tours. We have scoured the internet to give you all the details revealed! Final Fantasy XVIs media tour wrapped a few weeks ago, and our colleagues and influencers around the world got to play a demo of Square Enix’s highly anticipated […]
The final game of Group D, also the final game of the Group Stage of ESL Pro League Season 17, features Team Liquid and Astralis It’s hard to imagine given the circumstances, but not too long ago these teams were playing in the back-to-back Grand Finals of this exact competition. Now the two face each […]
Season 3 of Hearthstone Battlegrounds is kicking strong, with over 100 different heroes fighting to take the lead. But which character is the best to climb the ranks? Here are the 5 best heroes to win games in Hearthstone Battlegrounds Season 3. Battlegrounds is a unique game mode in Hearthstone. Instead of featuring the classic […]
PlayStation just revealed their PlayStation Plus Catalog Editions for March 2023! Here are all the details! Sony has just announced some new additions to their PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. These will arrive on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, for everyone who’s subscribed to the PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium services. Here is a list of all […]
Metroid is making a comeback in a massive way in the 2020s, and Metroid Prime Remastered is the cherry on top. What happens when you remaster a perfect game in the imagery of perfection? You get Metroid Prime Remastered. Gameplay Let me first preface this by saying that I’m a more recent Metroid fan than […]
A record breaking weekend for CSGO, with 1.4 million active players in game. Everyone knows that CS:GO is one of the most popular games in the world. Despite the fact that it’s already 11 years old, the game continues to break records all the time. The last one took place a couple of days ago, […]
Here’s how you can deal with that pesky Spectre in your PUBS in patch 7.32e. Dota 2’s latest patch 7.32e changed the previous meta by nerfing many popular heroes. The Dead Reckoning update featured a new hero, new features, and loads of small hero changes and item changes. Unsurprisingly, some Dota 2 heroes became much […]
Dominate your matches with the best picks for every map in Overwatch 2. Overwatch’s gameplay allows its players to freely pick and choose the best hero for the job. With an impressive roster of 30+ heroes, its variation in team comp is one of the game’s biggest hallmarks. It makes sure that every match-up feels […]
This is everything you need to know about the Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 Battle Pass, all of the rewards and how to unlock them. Fortnite chapter 4 Season 2 is in full swing with a new batch of weapons, big changes in the C4 S2 patch notes, but there’s also a new Battle Pass. […]
This is everything that’s new and changed with Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2! After a few misfires with changing release dates, the Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 patch is here! We’ve got a brand-new season, our second for Chapter 4. There have been loads of changes to the game. There’s a new Battle Pass, new […]
Here is our Summary of the latest Capcom Spotlight! The latest Capcom Spotlight just aired, here is a neat and condensed version of everything you need to know. From a Resident Evil 4 Remake Demo to the return of a Capcom classic! Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection The Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection […]
The Apex Legends Imperial Guard event has now kicked off at getting added in with the Update 2.19 Patch. This is a brand-new event with limited-time cosmetics and a new playlist that lets players cycle through all of the game modes in Apex. This event features new skins for the store, but there’s more than […]
Echoes Within is finally here! Let’s break down everything new in Season 3 of Halo Infinite. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Exclusive Reward Halo Infinite players with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate can claim the Corrupted Hex Assault Rifle right now. Season 3 Battle Pass As expected, Echoes Within comes with a new Battle Pass. It has […]
We take a look at what we can expect to see from Europe and North America in Division I of the DPC 2023. The end of The Lima Major 2023 meant that Tour 1 of the 2023 DPC was officially over. In other words, it’s time to focus on the Tour 2 of the DPC […]
We were patiently waiting for the arrival of the next Dota 2 patch, but most of us expected to wait for at least a week after The Lima Major 2023. However, Valve dropped The Dead Reckoning Update, which includes tons of new things, including Muerta. We have already covered some of the new things you […]
It’s the most exciting thing for the Counter-Strike scene in a decade, and it’s on the way Valve has been teasing a new version of CSGO for years, with many data miners and leakers claiming that a new version of the seminal first-person shooter would be released on the Source 2 engine. These rumors have […]
Here’s a selection of some of the Best WoW Wotlk Addons. While some argue they ruin the authenticity of Classic, for others it makes the game playable. Addons changed the game in Classic. With key addons from Retail, WoW making the transition over to Classic and other addons springing up to plug gaps in the […]
It’s been 18 years since Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening blessed our screens for the first time. Let’s talk about it! Devil May Cry 3 has turned 18 today. Technically it turned 18 a couple of days but today we celebrate the North American release of this masterpiece because I missed the window of […]
The Fortnite V23.50 update is here; this is everything that’s changed in the last patch of the season! Our final patch update for Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 1 has hit the game! This is a new patch, taking away the Most Wanted features but giving us plenty to be getting on with over the remaining days of the season. […]
Apex Legends has loads of characters but some of the original cast are still the most OP. Mirage has had a rough run lately sitting lower in the Apex Legends tier list. However, that does come with certain advantages. A good Apex player can take advantage of him being lesser valued and use it to […]
These are all of the Fortnite chapter 4 Season 2 leaks that we know about so far! The next Season of Fortnite is coming up very soon and we’ve got a pretty good look at the Fortnite Chapter 4 Season 2 leaks! There’s already been substantial information about what’s coming next. From upcoming features and […]
Here is everything you need to know about the Pokemon Day 2023 direct. Happy Pokemon Day! Today marks the 27th anniversary of the release of Pokemon Red and Blue in Japan. Back then the games launched with 150 Pokemon and now in the year 27 there are over 1000 of the little monsters, helming a […]
Five days after the start of The Lima Major 2023, the Group Stage finally came to an end. We saw countless epic matches over the course of 5 days. Now that the dust has settled, we already know the names of the 4 teams that will advance to the Upper Bracket, the 2 that will […]
Enjoying Like a Dragon: Ishin! but you’re short on cash? Here is all you need to know about making money in RGGs studio’s latest title! If you’ve been playing and enjoying Like a Dragon: Ishin!, especially on one of the higher difficulty levels you’ve probably been wondering why you’re always short on Ryo, the game’s […]
After more than 12 years, founder and CEO Shinji Mikami is set to leave Tango Gameworks. Shinji Mikami leaves Tango Gameworks in a few months. With the surprise success of Hi-Fi Rush, you’d think that Tango Gameworks is now gearing up for yet another big project. But today, Bethesda senior vice president of development Todd […]
These are all of the Fortnite Chapter 4 Weekly quests, all of the times quests in Season 1 you need to complete to get through the Battle Pass. Fortnite Chapter 4 has kicked off with a new map and loads of new content. If you want to hit the highest tiers of the Fortnite Chapter […]
After almost 9 years, Like a Dragon: Ishin! Finally got an English release and a remaster on top! We played through it and tested if it is a worthy successor of the legend! *Tested on PlayStation 5* Fulfiller of Dreams Who would’ve thought that in the year 2023, we’d get a remaster and full translation […]
No new FFXIV Expansion? But what if? Find out all the details here! Welcome! It is once again the season of local video game writers trying to make sense of briefings meant for investors who really don’t know what the company is selling. And this is also not the full report, this is just the […]
This is how the Fortnite Cold Blooded Vaults and bosses work, and how you can get Heisted weapons every game. The latest Fortnite Most Wanted update has dropped a few new features on players, but the Cold Blood Vaults, keycards, and new types of loot are the most fun. These are new vaults. They have […]
Fortnite Chapter 4’s got some cool new features like the brand-new map and Battle Pass, but one of the most important is the Fortnite Augments. This is a brand-new system for the game. It’s basically perks, but with a few twists that make them unique. The Fortnite Augments are one of the more fun new […]
Are you going to be one of the many guys and gals lonely this Valentine’s Day/Week/Weekend? Don’t worry; Apex Legends is here to keep you company. And not just for a day. Mark your calendars, it's time to party! 🎉 We're celebrating Apex Legend's 4th Anniversary with multiple weeks of non-stop action, from birthday cake […]
MW2 Ranked Play is here, and we’ve got all the information you need to know about it. Ranked Play is a massive addition to every single Call of Duty title, as it allows you to play like the pros. This year, Ranked Play will arrive in Modern Warfare 2 with the Season 2 update on […]
Season 3 of Overwatch 2 arrived just a few days ago, and it brought loads of hero and game changes. We have access to new maps and features that definitely made the game feel more interesting. In fact, you can go through the changelog by clicking here, and you can also preview the most important […]
Here are a few simple tips and tricks to get you started in your journey around Hogwarts Legacy. Hogwarts Legacy Twitch drops (before February 24th) Head over to Hogwarts Legacy’s Twitch page to get started. These four exclusive items can give you some fantastic early clothing options to play with. Simply watch a streamer playing […]
The first Japanese Scarlet and Violet subset will be Triple Beat. Scarlet and Violet Triple Beat will feature the three Scarlet and Violet starter Pokémon. Scarlet & Violet Triple Beat The focus of Triple Beat is going to be the first evolutions and final evolutions of the Scarlet and Violet starters. It will be released […]
Blizzard has dropped the Overwatch 2 Season 3 announcement trailer just a day out from its likely launch date. We’ve got a look at some of the new content coming, with a highlight on the new map that’s launching, new skins, and an anime crossover! The new season of Overwatch is making some big changes […]
Overwatch 2’s latest Control map arrives once Season 3 kicks off on Feb 7. Following their promise to make each season feel distinct, Overwatch’s new map is taking players back to a familiar sight: Antarctica. Long-time players will be able to recall the last time we visited the icy continent. Overwatch’s old “Ecopoint: Antarctica” arena […]
Sixteen hopefuls are on their way to IEM Katowice 2023, but only half will make it through to the Group Stage With the CSGO season now in full swing with the ongoing BLAST Premier Spring Groups and the imminent Intel Extreme Masters Katowice, tournaments are going to come thick and fast, and it might get […]
A little late to the wipe? Or want to expand your strategies? Here are a couple of things you should know to survive the early days of a Tarkov Wipe. New Wipe, Still Tarkov Sorry, that we’re a little bit late with this one. But it took us a bit to get the lay […]
Should Sea of Thieves stop forcing PvP on all its players? We discuss both perspectives and attempt to draw some conclusions! Trouble on the Sea of Thieves Soon entering its 5th year of service, it’s safe to say that Sea of Thieves is a success story. Rare’s pirate sandbox has long been a staple of […]
As the gaming world stops for another year, ESTNN looks back at our Game of the Year 2022, plus a few honorable mentions. So, for the list. We had our team submit their own personal Top 10 lists, with points assigned to each game. Ultimately, we think it gave us a really interesting list of […]
Need a Dwarf Fortress guide before you dive down into the earth? Here’s ours! How to Dwarf: Intro So you’ve just bought Dwarf Fortress and got swept up in all the hype surrounding this legendary title. Now you’re already itching to tell your friends about all the madness you’ve encountered. But you probably booted up […]
What is a Dwarf Fortress and why is everyone talking about it now? What’s a Dwarf Fortress? Dwarf Fortress is a colony management simulator by Bay 12 Games that randomly generates an entire fantasy world for you. Now some of you might think randomly generated world and imagine Minecraft, which would be correct because Minecraft […]
Gravity Rush is one of Sony’s hidden gems. And I refuse to let it be forgotten. That other game Sony forgot about A little personal story here, the other night, I was perusing Twitter as one does doom scrolling down into the never-ending abyss that is Twitter dot com. Then I came across a tweet […]
The new God of War has been out for a hot minute and it’s time for us to talk a little about action combat systems! The Devil’s in the Detail I don’t even know how to start this without laying down some massive prefaces. As I mentioned in my review, God of War Ragnarök’s combat […]
The most recent round of the CMA’s response is out, and it shows that Sony is acting pathetic when faced with the eventually that Call of Duty might come to Game Pass. Setting down Parameters Don’t worry. This is just one of many local “video game opinion man” has opinions on the industry things. You […]
Our take on the recent Elden Ring not having a narrative debate. Jigsaw Puzzle Narrative There is this debate, about whether or not Elden Ring deserves to be nominated to have the Best Narrative alongside God of War Ragnarök and Plague Tale: Innocence at the game awards. The reason is that some claim that reading […]
We look into the anticipated game titles that were revealed during the PC Gaming Show 2023 Preview! It’s been quite a year for videogames. As gamers all around the globe eagerly wait to see who will take the title of 2022’s Game of the Year, PC Gamer looked to the future in their preview show […]
We’ve now got a firm release date and price for Sony’s second-generation PS VR2! The PlayStation 5 is a little into its life now, but some players are still waiting for the PS VR2! This is going to be the next-gen iteration of Sony’s virtual reality headset. After a few teases, we’ve now got full […]
Mount and Blade 2 just released and this hand guide will help you on your first tentative steps through Calradia. Intro and Character Creation While this is going to be a very in-depth guide that’ll give you a good foundation for Mount and Blade 2, we’re going to start off with the assumption that you’ve […]
Some of the biggest names in game development have formed a new studio, Loric Games. Several former Mythic Games staff have formed this new studio. Most recently known for its massive success with “Darkest Dungeon”, Mythic Games has been a prolific name in the videogame industry. The Virginia-based company has focused on crafting brilliantly-designed multiplayer […]
Here is all you need to know about the recently announced Witcher Remake which was recently announced. The Witcher Re-Made On October 26, we found out that the Witcher, CD Project Red’s debut title from 2007, is getting a full-on remake in Unreal Engine 5 with the support of another studio composed of former CD […]
We spoke with Miles Ross about his career, MW2 and predictions for CDL 2023. Recently ESTNN got the opportunity to speak with Miles Ross, a Call of Duty League caster and 2021 Esports Caster of the Year. We discussed his career as a whole, his thoughts on Modern Warfare 2 and his early predictions for […]
With Persona 5 releasing onto almost every platform known to man, let me make this final plea to you to play it! You never saw it coming For the uninitiated, Persona 5 was huge when it was released back in 2016 (Seriously? Has it been this long?), selling over 5 million units since then and […]
Welcome to Part 3 of our extended journey through the history of Final Fantasy XIV. Today we’ll talk about how Shadowbringers was the best thing to ever happen. And how Endwalker somehow managed to meet sky-high expectations. **Warning This Includes Minor Spoilers For Final Fantasy XIV** Shadowbringers Shadowbringers will probably go down in infamy to […]
Welcome to part 2 of our Final Fantasy XIV recap. Here we reflect on the award-winning Heavensward expansion and how the title transitioned into Stormblood. **Warning This Includes Minor Spoilers For Final Fantasy XIV** Heavensward If the post A Realm Reborn content wasn’t a big indicator that Final Fantasy XIV had made a miraculous comeback […]
The Critically Acclaimed MMORPG turns 12 Years old today. Join us on a trip down memory lane as our very own Final Fantasy XIV addict recaps the journey so far. **Warning This Includes Minor Spoilers For Final Fantasy XIV** This one. We’ll start with this one. Final Fantasy XIV initially released on September 30, 2010, […]
Ever wondered how to get into the Yakuza series of games? Here is a very easy guide on how to get into them and why you should get into them. Yakuza, Like A Dragon First and foremost, some of you might be confused about the naming culture of those games. Like A Dragon is still […]
Everyone’s favorite digital games storefront/charity is teaming up with Microsoft to give Game Pass a healthy injection of old and new Indie titles. Humble Bundle has decided that some titles published by its subsidiary Humble Games would now come to the Xbox Game Pass. The digital storefront and charity drive has been publishing titles under […]
Lahftel continues his quest to showcase the very best, this time featuring a selection of titles from the West’s back catalog. Here are a few More Video Games You Should Play. Last time, I was able to write about some more popular Japanese games that are near and dear to my heart. But after I […]
Here is ESTNN’s Lahftel philosophically waxing over the legacy and importance of Final Fantasy. It’s probably no secret that I’m an avid fan of Final Fantasy. I probably wouldn’t have this gig if it wasn’t for my tragic addiction to Final Fantasy XIV; which was fueled by an addiction to Final Fantasy XI. And having […]