New changes to Windows 11 Start menu and search look genuinely exciting and thank the heavens that we’ll be able to disable web results

Say what you want about Windows—I’ve certainly said my fair share—but recent months have shown at least that Microsoft is willing to make some positive changes. Now, at least some of these are coming to fruition, as the company is releasing an improved Windows start menu search box for Insiders. The changes are ones that…

PlayStation Store Drops Intriguing New PS5 Adventure Game

A promising historical PS5 adventure game was released on the PlayStation Store this morning with a launch discount. Published by Wales Interactive, narrative adventure The Crimson Maid has been on my radar for a month, so I was pleased to see some positive early impressions from PS5 players. PS5 adventure game The Crimson Maid launches…

All five Hunger Games movies are now on Netflix

Sometime in late 2006 or early 2007, Suzanne Collins was wrapping up work on Gregor and the Code of Claw, the fifth and final novel in The Underland Chronicles. The fantasy series follows a young New Yorker who discovers a hidden civilization beneath the city and ultimately finds himself grappling with war, propaganda, and violence…

The Mermaid Mask Review – Grimoire’s Greatest

The murder mystery genre clings tightly to a tried-and-true formula – a set toolbox and sequence of necessary events – that confines any story that adheres to its style. What’s so delightful about The Mermaid Mask is that it follows every rule and acknowledges every well-worn trope, but still stands with exciting and exceptional storytelling….

There’s Finally Cup Of Noodles You Can Cook With Cold Water

Nothing beats a quick cup of instant noodles. Students live on them. Your favorite Final Fantasy characters swear by them. And they’re about to get even better. Nissin is finally releasing a Cup of Noodles (well, technically just a Cup Noodles) that you can prepare without any heat. The food manufacturer revealed the revolutionary new…

GTA Online The Kortz Center Heist release time and how to start the heist

For one final time before GTA 6 arrives, a big update is coming to GTA Online, adding a new heist to bid farewell to the GTA 5 era. The Kortz Center Heist release time is fast approaching, and we have the details on when you can jump in, as well as what you need to…

Kingdom Hearts “Deep Dive” Event To Commemorate 25th Anniversary This August

Image: Square Enix The Kingdom Hearts series will be getting a proper release on Nintendo platforms this October, with Kingdom Hearts 4 also confirmed to arrive on the Switch 2 in the future. As part of its fan event D23 this year, Disney announced a “Deep Dive into Kingdom Hearts”, taking place on 15th August…

The 2026 Star Fox 64 And Zelda: Ocarina Of Time Remakes Make Sense For Both Franchises

The Legend of Zelda franchise has been soaring high for the vast majority of its lifespan, while the Star Fox franchise has struggled to gain traction over the course of multiple entries. These franchises exist in completely different spaces in terms of prestige and consistency. However, they do share a few similarities. Both are beloved…

This is my 3rd time playing EVE Online’s upcoming extraction shooter little brother, and it finally feels like it’s coming together⁠—all without the ambitious crossover features it was made for

Back in 2013, EVE Online creator CCP Games attempted an ambitious FPS to tie in with its legendary galactic economics MMO. Dust 514 didn’t end up having legs⁠—not the least because it was a PS3 exclusive⁠—but the developer, now known as Fenris Creations, didn’t give up on the vision. Fenris’ London office is carrying on…

Get Free Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag PS5 DLC With This Code

For those who missed it, Ubisoft dropped some free Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced PS5 DLC just before the weekend. All players can claim Crimson Storm sails to customize their Jackdaw, as well as 1500 Animus keys (in-game currency) to purchase items in the Animus Hub (Exchange). Free Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced PS5 DLC…