‘Thanks to a dedicated fan base’ For the past few months we’ve been diligently following any news of a potentialMega Man Xrevival (the last major release wasMega Man X8in 2004), and so far the chances for one are actually pretty good. In addition to several hints, Capcom also just shared their earnings for the past six months, noting a net sale increase of 28.5% with its operating income up 110.1%. Capcom says that the “sensation” ofMonster Hunter: Worldis mostly to blame with 10 million units shipped, which is a “first for any single title in Capcom’s history....

Most gamers will be already familiar with Twitch, but those who are unfamiliar, Twitch is a video game streaming platform where players can livestream their video games while chatting with their viewers. ButTwitchis not always used for streaming video games; some people stream other activities like painting, music, or just simply chatting with their audience. Twitch has strict policies in place to keep users from streaming inappropriate content, which can be anything ranging from copyrighted material to hateful conduct, but that hasn’t stopped people from streaming whatever they want....

Ghost Recongames have been a staple of the tactical shooter genre for years. Yet, while there have been several noteworthy titles in recent years likeEscape From TarkovandRainbow Six Siege, tactical shooters have slowed down in comparison to more general first-person shooters. In fact,Ghost Recon Breakpoint’s main point of criticism is that it seems to have identity issues, being caught between a tactical shooter and a looter shooter. Ubisoft’s latest take on the franchise,Ghost Recon Frontline, seems to have a clear identity, although it is taking the franchise in the almost opposite direction fromBreakpointandWildlands....

Few franchises have inspired more passionate fan theories thanHarry Potter, but one involving Ginny Weasley and her relationship with Harry Potter could completely change how you see the series. As one of the most beloved series of all time,Harry Potterhas inspired countless bizarre andoutrageous fan theoriesover the years. Whether it was speculation that Neville could be the true Chosen One or even thatDumbledore was actually a time-traveling Ron Weasley, while most of these have been debunked, a few continue to stir debate....

While theaters are still closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, there are still plenty of ways to stream the latest releases to your home at the touch of a button. Anime fans in particular can look forward to theGoblin Slayermovie,Goblin’s Crown,releasing on Crunchyroll today, July 28th. Based on the original textboard story of the same name,Goblin Slayeris set in a world of fantasy where adventurers go off seeking combat and treasure....

HBO has provided a first look at theHarry PotterTV show’s new Rubeus Hagrid. This comes just after an image of Dominic McLaughlin fully costumed as Harry Potter was unveiled as the official announcement that production for the series is underway. Now, Hagrid—the groundskeeper for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry—is the next character in line. Actor Nick Frost will play the part of Hagrid in the upcomingHarry PotterTV show, anda new image from HBO reveals how this half-giant character will look on screen....

Two years after the acclaimed finale of HBO’sSuccession, writer/director Jesse Armstrong is back with his latest project,Mountainhead. The film stars Steve Carrel, Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef as a group of tech-savvy businessmen whose alliances are tested when they learn of a global crisis during their mountaintop retreat.Mountainheadwill be released on May 31ston Max. This HBO original film has sparked plenty of discussion online, with many noting how similar it seems to Armstrong’s last project....

The vast majority of resources inHades 2are straightforward. If you need a particular resource, you either go andfind it in the wild somewhere, or you plant it andwait for it to growin the Crossroads. You might need to bring a specific tool to harvest something, but that’s as far as complexity typically goes, but not in the case of this resource. Here’s how to get Shadow inHades 2. Where to get Shadow in Hades 2 Shadow is acquired through Alchemy within theIncantation Cauldron....

Summon your inner Ocelot I’ve been a bad, busy boy. As the self-appointedKilling Floor 2andDungeons & Dragonsguy, I’ve failed you, my friends. There just aren’t enough hours in the day. But now I’m back! Tripwire Interactive has been showing off the weapons for the upcoming Gunslinger perk. Attached are pictures of the 1858 Revolver, the M1911 (with silly KF2 engravings), the Desert Eagle, and the .500 Magnum Revolver. Whenever the next update hits, you’re able to roleplay as Revolver Ocelot himself, though you won’t have his exact guns....

PS Plus subscribers were in for a treat in April Everybody loves free stuff and that’s been the big draw of having a PS Plus subscription. However, most titles you’ll get for free on PS Plus are at least a few months old and have had their shot at retail. Launchinga game for free on PS Pluswould seem like a big risk butMercenary Kingsdeveloper Jean-Francois Major of Tribute games felt it was a safe bet....

She may have gone onBachelor In Paradiseseason 10 to find love, but one cast member made some very bad decisions that mean she’ll definitely be going home in episode three. Bachelor In Paradiseseason 10has a similar game setup toLove Island USA. If a cast member isn’t coupled up with someone at the end of a rose ceremony, they are sent home. This season is even more similar toLove Island USA, in that the winning duo will get a cash prize, according toReality Steve....

With Sony’s latest console thePlayStation 5just over one year old, games are not yet pushing the limits of the system’s hardware. This puts the system right in the sweet spot of a console’s life cycle, when it is far too soon to question its future,meaning Sony can focus solely on new games. The research and development side of Sony’sPlayStation 5cannot afford to rest on its laurels, however. Video game hardware development is a constantly shifting landscape, and it takes a long time to go from a concept to a product people can buy....

Red, white, and blue To go along with that decked-outGears of War-themed crimsonXbox One S, Microsoft has a couple of other, more affordable system bundles on the way. The first is the Xbox One SGears of War 4Special Edition Bundle, priced at $299 for the 500GB model and $349 for the 1TB model. That’ll be out on October 11 with a download code forGears 4. The second bundle is the same thing, except the 500GB Xbox One S comes in “deep blue” and there won’t be a worldwide release....