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Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxydoes some unique things with its cast of characters, though it does pull a lot from the comics as well.Drax the Destroyer’s strengthand his defeat of Thanos are highlighted, more about Groot’s planet is revealed, and Gamora dons some comic-accurate armor. However, Star-Lord’s comic book origins are mirrored even more closely. TheMCUserved as a major departure from Star-Lord’s original backstory, and given how well Ego turned out, it is hard to argue against the change being a good one....

Cat lovers have been treated well by game developers recently with titles likeStrayandHi-Fi Rushfeaturing felines in prominent roles. While animal companions have been a common inclusion of games since the beginning of the medium, the trend of developers shining a spotlight on these furry friends has delighted the animal lover in players in recent years. The latest game fromTango Gameworksmakes use of an adorable feline mascot and marks a positive direction for their representation in future games....

The story inSonic Frontierstakes a more serious turn than previous games, something fans seem to be enjoying.Writer Ian Flynn noted before releasethat Dr. Eggman would take “some interesting directions” in the new game, and indeed, through its story, mini-games, and new characters, the overall narrative brings Eggman into a new light. Many fans praiseSonic Frontiersfor having one of the most in-depth Sonic stories in years, with every character undergoing some kind of development....

A few months away from its release, it feels likePokemonfans know so much yet so little aboutPokemon ScarletandPokemon Violet. These two games aspire to be the first fully open worldPokemontitles, doing away with the barriers that the last couple Game Freak titles used in their worlds. Building off of this, players will be allowed much more freedom in how they progress through the world, and can even share a playthrough with up to three other humans....

Palworldoffers a wide array of accessories to aid players on their adventures throughout the Palpagos Islands. From pendants enhancing HP, Attack, Defense, and Work Speed to undershirts providing additional heat or cold resistance for better survival in harsh environments, the options are diverse. Among these, one accessory stands out: the Ring of Mercy. InPalworld, the Ring of Mercy is a game-changer accessory that, when equipped, ensures that the wearer’s attacks never drop a target Pal’s HP below 1....

Injustice 2’s mobile version is stirring up controversy due to an ongoing event meant to celebrate Pride Month, a time traditionally used to highlight LGBTQ characters and accomplishments. However, the mobile game instead has players beating up an LGBTQ character, a message many are finding contradictory to what Pride Month is supposed to represent. So far, the reaction has been overwhelmingly negative. Over on Twitter, theInjustice 2mobile account has been sharing progress updates on its Pride Month event, which tasks the community with defeatingPoison Ivyin exchange for rewards at milestones....

The brand newIron Man VRgame has arrived and it’s packed full of content. As many VR games tend to be experiences more than full-fledged games, fans will be happy to know thatIron Man VRhas quite a few chapters, making it a lengthy VR game. Iron Man VRis double the playtimeoriginally anticipated. The game will take around 10 hours to beat. As far as how many chapters are in the game, new trophy listings have highlighted the amount....

With the firstArmy of the Deadfilm being released in May and the prequel,Army of Thieves,having just released, many fans are asking what the future of the storyline looks like. With now two films released and a television series and sequel in the plans, will there be enough left to explore in this universe to satisfy audiences? Fans of the original movie know that the best part of the film was not its storyline,but rather the special effects, cinematography, makeup, and costumes– in other words, the visuals....

TheAssassin’s Creedfranchise has released a new game almost every year sinceAssassin’s Creed 2was released back in 2009. When the first game released in 2007, there was already criticism that the segments set in 2012 felt out of place, with many fans simply wanting to immerse themselves in a historical period piece without the science-fiction element introduced by the animus. There is a bigger problem withAssassin’s Creed’s premise, however, which has drastically limited the ability of the games to tell compelling stories with a new game released every single holiday season....

Among the several celebrities who have been linked to the defamation trial for Johnny Depp andAquamanstar Amber Heard, James Franco is perhaps the most controversial. Franco was supposedly in line to testify on Heard’s behalf via video link, but it was announced that he would not have to appear in the Virginia courtroom after all. Franco, who has been keeping a low profile over the past couple of years due to separate allegations against him, was recently thrust into the spotlight after Heard’s legal team included him in its list of potential witnesses....

Sony Pictureshas released a newMorbiusfeaturette just days before the film’s official premiere. The minute-long video features Jared Leto talking about his character Dr. Michael Morbius, and how he is a “stand out persona in Marvel lore.” But, does he fit into the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Leto has an answer, which will leave fans speculating and possibly even formulating several theories. As part of the specialMorbiusfeaturette released bySony Pictures, Leto talks about the mystery surrounding the protagonist, and the new world that he has to discover....

Jet Li and Jackie Chan are two of the biggest action stars of their generation. Renowned for their stylish and fast-paced martial arts fighting techniques, Li and Chan have had immense success thanks to several Hong Kong action films, such asDrunken MasterandPolice Storywith Chan, as well asFist of Legendand theOnce Upon a Time in Chinaseries with Li. The Forbidden Kingdomisn’t only an homage to Hong Kong martial arts action features but also marks the first time Chan and Li have starred in a film together....

JoJo’sBizarreAdventureis one of the longest-running series in the world. The popular manga by Hirohiko Araki has continued to improve with every single part, which is one of the key reasons whyJoJo’s Bizarre Adventurehas managed to stay relevant for so long. Hirohiko Araki’s efforts have ensured that the series continues to attract more fans. The anime adaptations for the series are outstanding, and recentlyNetflixconfirmed that theStone Oceanadaptation would be released in December 2021....