I'm Already Playing Civ 7 In The Worst Way Possible

I’m a fan ofSid Meier’s Civilization 7, but I’m afraid that my worst impulses might get in the way of some of the game’s strengths. While the game has some problems, most of them seem like relatively achievable fixes, and I’d argue that the barebones original release ofCiv 5may feel more incomplete when playing without expansions even today. My biggest hesitations regardingCiv 7involve how unsubtle its approach to progression can be, and now that I’ve had time to get deeper into the multiplayer experience, I’m finding it hard not to abuse the system....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1182 words · Shannon Martin

I'm So Relieved The Cobra Kai Ending Gave Kenny His Redemption Arc — How He Went From Victim To Bully To Decent Human Being, Explained

Cobra Kaiinitially premiered on YouTube as part of their short-lived subscription service, but Kenny (Dallas Dupree Young) did not appear onCobra Kaiuntil after Netflix picked up the series. TheKarate Kidrevival show beat the odds that were initially stacked against it. Fans of theKarate Kidmovies were skeptical that the show would be anything more than a nostalgia grab. While the series does rely on the nostalgia of the original movies, and specifically, the rivalry between Johnny (William Zabka) and Daniel (Ralph Macchio) in the first movie, it has built an impressive array of young talent with a new generation of martial arts rivalries....

June 9, 2025 · 9 min · 1819 words · Leah Thompson

Iron Man Has Many Great Stories, But "Demon In A Bottle" Is Tony Stark's Best Arc to Date

WhileIron Manis a household name these days, thanks to his charismatic portrayal by Robert Downey Jr. in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, he wasn’t always the publisher’s most popular character. Despite his charming personality, he was always a billionaire weapons manufacturer and war profiteer – but that all changed withone 1979 story arc: “Demon in a Bottle.” Occurring inThe Invincible Iron Man(Volume 1) #120-128 – written by David Michelinie, with art by John Romita Jr....

June 9, 2025 · 8 min · 1500 words · Benjamin Adams

It's Actually Happening, One of X-Men's Best Storylines Is Making Its Way to Marvel Rivals

Marvel Rivalsjust revealed the game’s second season, coming June 15, 2025, and it iscentered around one of the X-Men’s best storylines: The Hellfire Gala!Along with the new point of interest setting, there will be two new characters added to the game, and a plethora of new skins to fit the theme of the mutant’s most stylish event, and Marvel’s version of the Met Gala. As posted by @MarvelRivals on X, the popular 6v6 third-person shooter game will take players to the sovereign mutant nation of Krakoa, the living island, to experience the annual Hellfire Gala in its new “season” of gameplay....

June 9, 2025 · 4 min · 640 words · Lisa Dawson

Live A Live Review – Reliving the Golden Age of JRPGs

Live A Live Review – Reliving the Golden Age of JRPGs Live A Live on Switch Live A Live is unlike any JRPG I have ever played. It was way ahead of its time when it was released in Japan for the Super Famicom in 1994, and it’s a shame that the rest of the world didn’t get to experience it back then. Fortunately, Square Enix decided it was time that this ambitious game was remade and introduced to new audiences in 2022....

June 9, 2025 · 7 min · 1298 words · Brian Wolfe

M. Bison arrives with latest Street Fighter 6 patch notes

Street Fighter 6 News Luke, Jamie, Kimberly, Marisa, JP, Juri, Dee Jay, E. Honda, Blanka, Ken, Zangief, Rashid, A.K.I., Ed, and Akuma received updates. M. Bison is now available to Street Fighter 6 players! His arrival also means some new Street Fighter 6 patch notes. M. Bison now live in Street Fighter 6 Street Fighter 6 Year 2 has officially kicked off with M. Bison as a playable character. Other new additions that complement his arrival include the M....

June 9, 2025 · 2 min · 231 words · Teresa Mathews

Mads Mikkelsen: Net Worth, Age, Height & Everything You Need To Know About The Hannibal Actor

Summary Mads Mikkelsenis a renowned Danish actor celebrated for his captivating performances in both European and Hollywood cinema, and his career has led to a high net worth. Acting for over two decades, Hollywood really took notice of Mikkelsen for his work in the 2006 James Bond film,Casino Royale, and in 2012’sThe Hunt, earning him international acclaim. In 2013,Mikkelsen would go on to play the infamous Dr. Hannibal Lecterin TV’sHannibal, which many consider his best role....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 900 words · Michael Smith

Max's Controversial Scooby-Doo Series Seemingly Cancelled After Two Seasons

Previous “We Are Not Erasing The Originals”: HBO’s Velma Backlash Addressed By Show Creator Max’s controversialScooby-Dooseries,Velma, has seemingly been canceled after two seasons. Premiered in January 2023, the adult animated series explores the backstories of the human members of Mystery Incorporated before they officially come together, centering on Velma Dinkley as she attempts to uncover the truth behind her mother’s disappearance and the murders of several teenage girls. Mindy Kaling leadsVelma’s voice castas the titular character alongside Glenn Howerton as Fred, Sam Richardson as Shaggy, and Constance Wu as Daphne....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 600 words · Tracey Stout

Metaphor: ReFantazio: How To Get Fragrant Spice

Quick Links Your party can get many different cooking ingredients inMetaphor: ReFantazio, but Fragrant Spice is one of the rarest to find in the game. Like many other herbs and supplements, Fragrant Spice can be used to craft food items from particular recipes. Some of the items made from this ingredient are quite strong, so you’ll want to know where you can find this spice consistently. Unfortunately, Fragrant Spice isn’t an item you’ll see dropped by enemies inone ofMetaphor: ReFantazio’s expansive dungeons....

June 9, 2025 · 3 min · 580 words · Christian Frye

Naruto Cliffhanger Sets Up an Uzumaki Massacre We Must Avoid at All Costs

TheNarutofranchise has often centered on the Uzumaki clan, even outside of its titular protagonist. Despite not many members of this once-feared family still being alive, the role that they play in the series’ universe is vital for its survival. From the kind but powerful Seventh Hokage to the young but fierce Himawari, every member of this clan is needed to maintain peace and keep the Shinobi World safe. Yet, theBoruto: Two Blue Vortexmanga series might hint at the forces of destiny plotting against Naruto’s family to end their bloodline....

June 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1175 words · William Vargas

Nosferatu Repeats The Best Trick Of Bill Skarsgård's $704 Million Horror Movie From 8 Years Ago

Robert Eggers’Nosferatusees Bill Skarsgård as the terrifying vampire Count Orlok, and the movie repeats the best trick from Skarsgård’s other big horror project from eight years ago: Andy Muschietti’sIt. Robert Eggers has become one of the most acclaimed filmmakers in recent years and has become especially popular in the horror genre. Eggers’ latest project isNosferatu, a remake of the 1922 classic German expressionist movie of the same name, itself an unofficial adaptation of Bram Stoker’sDracula, starring Bill Skarsgård as the legendary vampire....

June 9, 2025 · 5 min · 1008 words · Stacey Thompson

Rating almost EVERY World of Warcraft Murloc EVER

World of Warcraft Opinion You can’t keep a good Murloc down! Join us as we take a slimy journey to rate every World of Warcraft Murloc possible. Mrgle! There’s a theory about the nature of celebrity which suggests that, whatever age the person reaches the height of their fame is the emotional age they remain at thereafter. And since I am arich and famous video games journalistwho came to prominence in the late 00s, there’s only two things on my mind....

June 9, 2025 · 7 min · 1383 words · David Mitchell

Show No Mercy: 8 Times Vegeta Proved He's One of the Toughest Saiyans in Dragon Ball

Vegeta is one of the most popular characters inDragon Ballfor a few good reasons. His character arc is one of the best in the series, he’s always willing to fight, and out of every character in the franchise, there’s no character as ruthless as the Prince of all Saiyans (even after he switches to the side of good). Goku and Vegeta are almost perfect opposites in this aspect. While Goku is almost always more than willing to forgive his enemies and let them fight another day, the same can’t be said about Vegeta....

June 9, 2025 · 8 min · 1649 words · Tara Brown DDS