Defender’s Quest II looks prettier and has a turtle-tank

And that’s all I need to know I’m unsure how many of you playedDefender’s Quest. Yes, it wasn’t pretty to look at — but it was a rather excellent tower-defense title, one that featured rock-solid mechanics and a commendable attempt at telling an engaging story. The sequelhas been detailed, and it’s got animator Dean Dodrill ofDust: An Elysian Tailand artist Karen Petrasko on board. Oh, this is going to be good....

July 31, 2025 · 1 min · 160 words · Connor Lewis

Disney Dreamlight Valley adds Monsters, Inc. content later this month

Disney Dreamlight Valleyplayers take a trip to Monstropolis on February 28. The freeMonsters, Inc. content forDisney Dreamlight Valley, which includes Mike and Sulley as villagers, launches for free on all platforms Announced onTwitterWednesday, this content marks the game’s ninth update. Few details are shared so far. However, from the sneak peek video shared on social media, we know we’ll be exploring the Laugh Floor, where Mike and Sulley work, in addition to a new costume....

July 31, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · Mrs. Shannon Scott

Don’t waste your money on Xbox Series X’s expensive proprietary SSD for backward compatibility games

Any old SSD will work As information continues to trickle out about next-gen consoles, we keep getting new pieces of the puzzle that inform our purchasing decisions. Here’s a relatively niche one from Digital Foundry that’s going to become increasingly relevant over time: Any old SSD is a good option for storing and running backward compatibility games on Xbox Series X. Digital Foundry’s extensive breakdown is embedded above, but the gist of it is that the Xbox Series X’s expensive proprietary nVME SSD doesn’t offer much of an advantage over a SATA SSD when it comes to the backward compatibility library....

July 31, 2025 · 2 min · 308 words · Wyatt Cameron

E3: Bit.Trip Complete bundles the series on one Wii disc

As divulged by Gaijin Games this week, theBit.Tripseries is getting the in-store compilation disc treatment for Wii.Bit.Trip Collection, IndieGames reports, will have “many new gameplay challenges,” and unlockable video, art, and music galleries. “It’s so awesome because we got to include three remixes by one of our really big fans, Ganon95, on the Wii disc,” says Gaijin Games CEO Alex Neuse. “Also, Precise Hero, a rapper out of Michigan, has some fan tribute songs on there....

July 31, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Kristen Ballard

Final Fantasy Type-0 confirmed for international release

I don’t think anyone was too worried about a Final Fantasy title not making it out of Japan, but it has happened before. We were left hanging on PSP titleFinal Fantasy Type-0, but the latest issue of Famitsu confirms that it is going international. Game director Hajima Tabata revealed in an interview that he’s working on the international release ofType-0, though nothing was given in the way of timing. My guess is that it’ll be awhile....

July 31, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Caitlin Franklin

Fruit Tower Defense codes

For me, there is no greater joy than clearing waves inFruit Tower Defense. It’s fun to keep winning solo, but there’s even more excitement in joining other players and clearing more difficult maps. However, to keep your base safe, you may need some extra help! If you’re struggling, you can get free coins and gems by redeemingFruit Tower Defensecodes! Upgrade your character, and buy more anime heroes to strengthen your defenses against powerful opponents....

July 31, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Jeff Gonzales

Games of the week for 03/30/08: Electric warrior edition

Huge thanks to Samit Sarkar for filling in for me last week while I was busy being afflicted by some mystery virus that still plagues me. I’m getting better though, just in case one of my five self-styled rivals and/or enemies were preparing a great feast in celebration of my demise. It’ll take more than the frail mortality of mankind to finish me off, mark my words. Next week we won’t be having this feature because most of the staff, myself included, will be too busy financially crippling an all-inclusive bar in Cancun....

July 31, 2025 · 6 min · 1088 words · David Li

Get a last-minute $250 PS4 bundled with Uncharted 4

Cheap PS4 deal Sony has put out a new PS4 bundle for last-minute holiday shoppers. It takes a 500GB PS4 — the newer, slimmer one (normally $300), but not the “Pro” — and adds in a copy ofUncharted 4: A Thief’s End. All this, for $250. The deal will be available December 11 through December 24. Not as good asthis Black Friday PS4 deal, but not bad. Plus, you’ve already missed that one....

July 31, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Nicole Sanchez

Girls’ Frontline 2: Exilium Tier List (launch)

Girls’ Frontline 2: Exiliumis now out on the global, and there’s a host of different dolls to pick from. Like every good gacha, you’ll be relying a lot on the banners to pull out new characters to add to your team. While the overall list of available options feels quite balanced in general, a few names seem to be much more effective than the rest. You’ll want to invest your resources in them to prevent any wastage and make it easy to clear the in-game content....

July 31, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Danny Galvan

How to capture Ember Rufflizard in Monster Hunter Wilds (Dareel’s Research Report Cont.)

Dareel’s Research Report quest takes a turn as it continues into the endgame ofMonster Hunter Wilds. This time, you must capture Ember Rufflizard, an Oilwell Basin Endemic Life creature. We’ll go over this monster’s distinct location and the rewards provided in this mission. Where to find Ember Rufflizards in MH Wilds During Chapter 4-2, you’ll unlock Dareel’s Research Report Cont. side quest in Windward Plains. Talk to Dareel, and he’ll send you to Oilwell Basin to discover the Ember Ruffilizard....

July 31, 2025 · 2 min · 294 words · Matthew Williams

How to get Ash of War: Shriek of Sorrow in Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

With tons of new weapons, spells, and other trinkets, it’s easy to miss some of the more useful items available to find in theElden Ring Shadow of the ErdtreeDLC. One of the early new Ashes of War you’re able to find is Shriek of Sorrow, a useful skill for certain builds. Here is where and how to get Ash of War: Shriek of Sorrow inElden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree....

July 31, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Toni Thomas

How to get the Xoris in Warframe

If you want to summon a Sister of Parvos inWarframe, then chances are you’re going to need to use the Xoris to help you do it. Here’s everything you need to know about obtaining one. Where to get the Xoris in Warframe The Xoris is a Corpus-created Glaive that is quite powerful in its own right, but the main use for it is to help you conquer theGranum Void; a requirement for summoning a Sister of Parvos....

July 31, 2025 · 2 min · 421 words · Keith Williams

If you need more layers in Resident Evil 3, you can download this Nemesis-to-Shrek mod

But only if you like parfaits As theShrekseries has aged poorly over time (beyond the gracefulShrek 2), folks have realized that the oddball series is full of meme potential. Given that the first film itself is merely a string of memes spliced together that were outdated when it premiered; it’s only fitting. People have been trying to get Shrek inSuper Smash Bros. for years, but now you may add him to get another game by way of modding....

July 31, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Brittany Smith