Author: Feras Alomireen

Fans eagerly awaiting Pearl Abyss’s ambitious open-world adventure, Crimson Desert, will have to wait a bit longer. According to a report from gaming news outlet Gematsu, the highly anticipated title has been delayed to the first quarter of 2026.This news marks another chapter in the game’s lengthy development cycle. Initially announced in 2019, Crimson Desert has captivated players with its stunning visuals and promises of a deep, engaging single-player experience. The game is set on the war-torn continent of Pywel, a vast and diverse land filled with everything from lush jungles to harsh deserts and snowy mountains. Players will take on…

A brand new trailer for the highly anticipated “Resident Evil: Requiem” will be unveiled during Gamescom’s Opening Night Live. The news was confirmed by host and producer Geoff Keighley via a recent tweet, sending a jolt of excitement through the gaming community.”Resident Evil: Requiem,” the ninth mainline installment in the beloved Capcom franchise, is poised to take players on a chilling new adventure. The game introduces a new protagonist, FBI agent Grace Ashcroft, who is sent to investigate a series of mysterious deaths at a hotel in no place other than Racoon City itself. The new narrative promises to deliver…

Silent Hill 2 Character by Konami, Art by Elmer Damaso Silent Hill 2 Review: Let’s be honest. When the Silent Hill 2 Remake was announced with Bloober Team as the developer, many of us were skeptical. I was among the loudest of the doubters. This wasn’t about questioning Bloober’s skill; it was about protecting a legend. Silent Hill 2 isn’t just a game; it’s a hallowed text of the genre, a personal touchstone for me and countless others. I went into the game with my defenses up, ready to dissect every misstep and prove my caution was warranted. I’ve never been…

Final Fantasy IX Characters by Square Enix, Art by Elmer Damaso This year, we’re celebrating the 25th anniversary of the legendary RPG, Final Fantasy IX. To mark the occasion, we’ve created a special piece featuring the charming thief Zidane, his little friend Vivi and Queena as Ermis (Quermis), ready for whatever adventure comes his way. First released on July 7, 2000, in Japan, Final Fantasy IX was a heartfelt tribute to the series’ roots. The game was led by director Hiroyuki Ito and brought together an all-star team of creators, including composer Nobuo Uematsu and character designer Yoshitaka Amano. It’s…

Konami has announced that the hinted online component for the upcoming Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, a new mode titled ‘Fox Hunt’, will launch this fall as a free post-launch update as the main game is set to release on August 28, 2025.In a departure from the series’ previous “Metal Gear Online” iterations, ‘Fox Hunt’ is described as a “completely original” online multiplayer experience centered around the core tenets of stealth and survival that define the Metal Gear franchise. The gameplay is said to be a tense, “hide-and-seek based” battle, drawing inspiration from the popular “Sneaking Mission” modes of…

Chrono Trigger’s character by Square Enix, Art by Elmer Damaso A legendary Super Nintendo RPG, Chrono Trigger, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. To commemorate this milestone, we made a piece of Ermis ready to fight for it all with the silent protagonist, Crono.Released on March 11, 1995, in Japan, and later that year in North America, Chrono Trigger was a landmark title that brought together the masterminds behind the Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series like Hironobu Sakaguchi, Akira Toriyama and Yuji Horii . The game is celebrated for its intricate plot that follows a group of heroes on an…

The fog of anticipation surrounding Konami’s upcoming Silent Hill f has been stirred by recent comments from its director, Al Yang of NeoBards Entertainment. In a discussion about the game’s direction, Yang mentioned a focus on making the game more action-oriented to appeal to a younger generation of players. While attracting a new audience is a goal for any developer, this specific reasoning has sent a chill down the spine of many long-time fans, myself among them. The potential pivot towards action over atmosphere risks betraying the very essence of what makes Silent Hill a legendary horror franchise.The core identity…

Bloodborne characters by Sony Entertainment, Art by Elmer Damaso FromSoftware’s dark gothic masterpiece, Bloodborne, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. To commemorate this milestone, we made a piece of Ermis standing side by side with a fellow Hunter.Released on March 24, 2015, for the PlayStation 4, Bloodborne was an instant classic that pushed the boundaries of action-RPG design. The game’s intricate world, Yharnam, is a labyrinth of gothic architecture and terrifying secrets. It introduced a faster, more aggressive combat system than other sould-like games.Beyond its gameplay, Bloodborne is known among its fans for its deep lore, intricate level design, and…

Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter Wilds, released on February 28, 2025, has surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide in its first month.The latest entry in the Monster Hunter series introduces a dynamically changing world with open-world-like style, crossplay across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC where you can play with your friends at any given platform they have, and new mechanics like Focus Mode and seamless movement between settlements and ecosystems.Capcom will release the game’s first free Title Update on April 4, adding Mizutsune, a fan-favorite monster, and the Grand Hub, a new multiplayer gathering space all while…

Characters by Sony PlayStation, Art by Elmer Damaso Are Superheroe Games Fun? Growing up with three amazing brothers who were obsessed with DC Comics and Batman while I was obsessed with Japanese manga and anime was definitely quite a ride. By the time they were playing “The Adventures of Batman and Robin” and “Spider-Man” on the SNES, I was enjoying my first playthrough of Final Fantasy VI. While I did play these games, my younger self wasn’t as fascinated. Even as video games evolved, I still couldn’t find much enjoyment in games like Batman: Arkham Knight and Marvel’s Spider-Man (PS4)…