Top Ten Grapplers In Fighting Games

Heavy hitting and characterized by their devastating command grabs, grapplers are one of the most iconic character archetypes in the history of fighting games. No matter which fighting game a player happens to be playing, there is a significant chance that game’s roster features a grappler to call its own. So in the spirit of massive command grabs and those who implement them, we’re going to count down the top ten grapplers of fighting games!...

May 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1102 words · Melissa Bowen

Twitch Streamer Amouranth Reveals High Tax Bill, Buys Gas Station

Twitchstreamer Amouranth has consistently been one of the most popular and highest-earning streamers on the platform for years, and as a result, she’s amassed quite a lot of cash. Therecent Twitch leaksconfirmed that Amouranth has made millions of dollars from Twitch alone, and that doesn’t even take into account the many other ways that she earns money. Now Amouranth has decided to invest some of her money by purchasing a gas station, which will help with her $6 million federal income tax bill....

May 17, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Christopher Lynch

Underwater Ending, Explained

Summary Deep sea thrillers are a rare commodity in cinema these days, but they make for some of the more intriguing stories in the thriller/horror genre. From James Cameron’sThe Abyssto Barry Levinson’sSphere, they leave audiences talking for months.Underwater’s endingleft audiences clamoring for more after discovering the horror aspect of the film was heavily influenced by H.P. Lovecraft. A successful twist by William Eubank, who only directed three productions prior, one of which was a music video....

May 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1071 words · Jonathan Brown Jr.

15 Years Ago, X-Men Origins: Wolverine Laid Great Foundations for Logan's Future Games

Summary The X-Men franchise has had no shortage of video game outings over the last few decades, but only a handful have stood the test of time. From the beloved1990sX-Menarcade game, to the underratedX-Men Legendsduology, the few truly great X-Men games have remained popular for all these years thanks to their authentic portrayals of iconic characters, and their accessible yet engaging gameplay mechanics, two features front and center ofX-Men Origins: Wolverine....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Lori Parks

A Controversial Destiny 2 Mode Could Inspire Similar Content for Overwatch 2

Few games have dominated a category likeDestiny 2has done with the action MMO scene in the last few years, although in the overall free-to-play space, the Bungie product has endured stiff competition from the likes of theOverwatchfranchise along its path to international stardom.Destiny 2’s advancements in PvE and PvP gameplay have made the title a trailblazer in online gaming, attracting swathes of esports players and Twitch influencers with each new expansion release and Raid Race....

May 16, 2025 · 5 min · 922 words · Robert Bowman

Age Of Empires 2 Definitive Edition: Best Archer Civilizations, Ranked

Age of Empires 2 Definitive Editionhas brought a huge number of series fans back to the game, as well as bringing entirely new fans to the franchise. While there are a lot of fascinating strategies to try and learn with over thirty civilizations, it can be difficult to pin down which ones are the best in certain areas. In terms of archers and ranged attacks, there is nothing more satisfying than seeing enemy forces destroyed before they can even get near the units taking them out....

May 16, 2025 · 5 min · 887 words · Nancy Potter

Anne Hathaway Becomes An Avatar In A Stunning Transformation

Anne Hathaway, star of the Apple TV Plus miniseriesWeCrashed, may be best known for her work in rom-coms and dramas, but she’s also had her fair share of sci-fi projects in the past. FromThe Dark Knight RisestoInterstellar, the Oscar-winning actress is clearly not one to shy away from the fantasy genre. Just take her latest look, for example, which was inspired by James Cameron’sAvatar. Hathaway recently surprised her fans with a series of posts where she was transformed into anAvatarfor an episode ofWeCrashed....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 399 words · Angela Davis

Avowed May Be More 'Morrowind' Than The Elder Scrolls 6

Fantasy RPG fans have been waiting for anotherSkyrimfor ages now, and two potential candidates to fill the void are finally on the horizon. These games areAvowedfromObsidian Entertainment, andThe Elder Scrolls 6from Bethesda. Both of these games were announced a while ago and have gone silent ever since, but considering what was shown inAvowed’s trailer, people have been calling it the ‘spiritualElder Scrolls 6’ because of how it resembles mainlineElder Scrollstitles....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 559 words · Michael Bailey

Back 4 Blood 'Racist Zombies' Video Explained by Warner Bros.

Back 4 Blood, the cooperative multiplayer FPS zombie game from the creators ofLeft 4 Dead, is currently running an early access test for pre-orderers and through Twitch drops. For the most part, theBack 4 Bloodearly access beta has been very successful, but one surprising and alarming controversy has stood out. Recordings of aBack 4 Bloodzombie saying a racial slur have gone viral, leading some to question if the slur’s inclusion was intentional and prompting an official response from publisher Warner Bros....

May 16, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Amy Juarez

Back 4 Blood Update Makes Campaign Easier

Back 4 Bloodwas recently released, givingLeft 4 Deadfans something truly similar to play. Made by the same developer Turtle Rock Studios,Back 4 Bloodis a strong spiritual successor to theLeft 4 Deadseriesdespite some lingering concerns about the game. Turtle Rock Studios does seem to be responsive to fan desires. Although the game hasn’t been out too long, the developer is issuing a hotfix that addresses some concerns aboutBack 4 Blood’s difficulty. This hotfix is being applied to servers as they roll out throughout today, October 14, and so there’s no patch for PC or console users....

May 16, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Vanessa Thomas

Best Generic Action Movies

Action is one of the most popular genres in the film industry. As a result, dozens of action movies premiere each year. Considering the large number of them, not all of them can be excellent. Some action movies justifiably get forgotten while others become new hits. However, not every movie that flies under the radar or gets bad or average ratings deserves it. RELATED:RPGs That Changed The Genre Forever (& That Were Too Generic)...

May 16, 2025 · 5 min · 887 words · Zachary Richardson

Best Non-Holiday 00s Movies Released On Christmas

Compared to the 90s, the 2000s don’t have that many bangers as far as holiday movies go. The biggest example isElfwhich is a touchstone film that seemingly nobody behind the production imagined was going to happen. Every year there is a large release of shirts themed aroundElfnot tomention Will Ferrellappearing as Buddy on cookies and coffee creamers. RELATED:Best Non-Christmas Christmas Movies There is no escaping that movie during Christmas. Most holiday movies like that tend to release in November so that families can have something for a good month to watch leading up to Christmas....

May 16, 2025 · 5 min · 914 words · Paula Lawrence

Best RGB Gaming Keyboards

Gaming enthusiasts know that the right RGB keyboard can turna good gaming setupinto a great one. With their customizable backlighting, these keyboards not only enhance the gaming experience, but also offer a personal touch toany gaming rig. The aesthetic appeal of RGB keyboards is a major draw for gamers, allowing them to express their individual style and make a statement. ASUS ROG Strix Flare II Animate Gaming Keyboard Kinesis Freestyle Edge RGB Additionally, the array of colors and patterns available in RGB keyboards adds a unique flair that reflects a player’s personality and gaming preferences....

May 16, 2025 · 11 min · 2184 words · Vincent Padilla