Explainer

Deep-dives, analysis, and explanatory walkthroughs for all your favorite games, including lore explorations, character breakdowns, and more.

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Stellar Blade's Endings Explained

Shift Up's Stellar Blade has three different endings to its story, each of which offers a unique and worthwhile take on the story's epic conclusion.

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Stellar Blade's EVE Protocol Explained

Stellar Blade's EVE Protocol is the heartbeat behind everything that happens in the game, but there is more to it than there may initially seem to be.

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Stellar Blade: Who Is Mother Sphere?

Mother Sphere is one of Stellar Blade's most important characters and her role in the story is much deeper than some may realize early on in the game.

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Resident Evil is on the Verge of Breaking a 5-Year Streak

Capcom's popular survival-horror franchise Resident Evil is on the verge of breaking a five-year streak that started with the Resident Evil 2 remake.

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The Unwritten Rules of Stellar Blade Explained

In the sci-fi world of Stellar Blade, players will need to know a handful of unwritten rules about combat, exploration, and quests to succeed.

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May 21 is Going to Be a Sad Day for PS Plus Extra Subscribers

Tuesday, May 21 is becoming an increasingly sad day for PlayStation Plus subscribers who are signed up for the service's Extra tier.

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Another Crab's Treasure's Best Easter Eggs Explained

A game that wears its influences on its sleeve, Another Crab's Treasure isn't afraid to make overt references, sprinkling in plenty of Easter eggs.

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Why Stellar Blade Is Not Exactly a Soulslike

Stellar Blade might possess a lot of Soulslike characteristics, but one unfortunate trait ultimately disqualifies it from being a true Soulslike.

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Jujutsu Kaisen: Yuji's Final Power-Up In Shinjuku Showdown, Explained

Yuji could very well unlock his domain expansion against Sukuna in JJK.

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The Connection Between Genshin Impact's Arlecchino and Honkai Star Rail's Boothill Explained

Honkai: Star Rail's Boothill and Genshin Impact's Arlecchino have the same black and white look, but their similarities don't stop there.

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Xbox Has Potential To Go On An Incredible 4-month Run Later This Year

If recent rumors are to be believed, it seems as though Xbox is set to go on an incredible run of releases to cap off 2024.

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My Hero Academia: The Return Of One For All, Explained

One For All was transferred but might be able to make a comeback in MHA.

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Jujutsu Kaisen: Sukuna's New High-Level Malevolent Shrine, Explained

Sukuna's altered Malevolent Shrine will be a huge test for the sorcerers in JJK.

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Cyberpunk 2077’s Cut Johnny Silverhand Dialogue Explained

The cut content in Cyberpunk 2077 such as Johnny Silverhand's dialogue, along with delayed DLCs, significantly impacted the game's narrative.

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One Piece: How Saint Imu Took Over The World, Explained

Saint Imu pulls the strings in the One Piece world from the shadows.

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One Piece: How Vegapunk's Message Changes The World, Explained

There's no coming back in One Piece after Vegapunk dropped his message.

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Star Trek: Enterprise – What Happened To T'Pol?

T'Pol played one of the most important roles in Star Trek: Enterprise. So, what became of her after the mission was over?

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Tales of the Shire's Bywater Explained

Weta Workshop's upcoming cozy life sim Tales of the Shire takes place in the village of Bywater, which has a much deeper history than some might know.

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Epic Games Store Free Games for April 25, May 2 Are On Opposite Ends of the Spectrum

The current and upcoming freebies on the Epic Games Store are a bit of mood whiplash when comparing them side by side, but they also offer variety.

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Stellar Blade's New Game Plus Explained
Stellar Blade's New Game Plus Explained

Stellar Blade's New Game Plus does more than simply carry over progress from a previous playthrough with plenty of new suits, skills, and more added.

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