The Game That Defined Skill-Based Combat

When Ninja Gaiden hit the scene, it didn't just offer fast-paced action — it redefined what “mastery” meant in gaming. Long before “soulslike” became a buzzword, Team Ninja was crafting an experience built on discipline, precision, and relentless challenge.

Scxcly Oct 28 2025 16:29:00

The Lasting Influence of Ninja Gaiden on Modern Action Games

Few action franchises have left a mark as enduring as Ninja Gaiden. First debuting in the late 1980s and later reborn in the early 2000s by Team Ninja, the series became a benchmark for what it means to balance difficulty, fluidity, and mastery in combat.

Scxcly Oct 28 2025 16:09:07

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's Visual Mastery: A Closer Look

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (BOTW) may have launched back in 2017, but its visual presentation continues to impress, demonstrating that exceptional art direction can transcend hardware limits.

Scxcly Oct 27 2025 17:52:24

Fallout: New Vegas 15-Year Anniversary Celebration

To mark the 15th anniversary of Fallout: New Vegas (originally released October 19 2010), Bethesda Game Studios has announced a 15th Anniversary Bundle for the game.

Scxcly Oct 24 2025 15:30:35

The Outer Worlds 2: Did It Live Up to the Hype?

When Obsidian Entertainment announced The Outer Worlds 2, fans and critics alike had high hopes. The predecessor had built a solid reputation for choice-driven RPG action, sharp writing, and a distinctive sci-fi tone.

Scxcly Oct 24 2025 11:53:00

Once Upon a Katamari: A Joyful Return with Familiar Chaos

For longtime fans of the series and those curious for something off-beat yet accessible, Once Upon a Katamari delivers much of what made the originals beloved, while introducing a few modern touches.

Scxcly Oct 23 2025 16:36:53

Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 - Shadows and Missed Opportunities

Developed by The Chinese Room and published by Paradox Interactive, Bloodlines 2 promised to deliver a modern vampire RPG steeped in the lore of the World of Darkness.

Scxcly Oct 23 2025 12:01:17

Genshin Impact Version Luna II: What You Need to Know

HoYoverse has confirmed that Genshin Impact's next major update, officially titled Version “Luna II”: Song of the Welkin Moon – Reprise, will launch on October 22, 2025.

Scxcly Oct 22 2025 16:38:05

Warframe New Content Drop: The Vallis Undermind & Prime Access

Warframe launched the update titled “The Vallis Undermind” — a major content drop focused on the Corpus-infested area under Fortuna's surface.

Scxcly Oct 21 2025 15:22:55

Steam Drops 9 Free Games This Week — From Roguelikes to Surreal Puzzles

Steam is keeping the freebies coming, and this week brings a batch of nine free-to-play titles that cover everything from top-down shooters to puzzle experiments.

Scxcly Oct 17 2025 14:38:37

How to Unlock the Corrupted Sword in Megabonk

The Corrupted Sword is one of the more challenging weapons to unlock in Megabonk. The requirement is strict: you must get the Cursed Tome to level 20 within 10 minutes during a run.

Scxcly Oct 16 2025 15:19:14

NBA 2K26 Patch 1.4 Update Brings Stability Fixes and MyCareer Improvements

The latest NBA 2K26 patch, Season 2 Update (Expected October 2025): Expected to include deeper gameplay balancing, animation tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements.

Scxcly Oct 15 2025 15:43:30

Hollow Knight: Silksong Patch Now Live - Key Fixes and Gameplay Improvements

Team Cherry has officially released Patch 1.0.28891 for Hollow Knight: Silksong, marking the first major update since the game's launch earlier this year.

Scxcly Oct 14 2025 15:31:47

Minecraft Spookyfest 2025 Guide – Event Dates, Cursed Mines Map, and Rewards

Halloween season has arrived in Minecraft, and with it comes the long-awaited Spookyfest 2025 event - one of the most creative annual celebrations in the blocky world.

Scxcly Oct 13 2025 15:58:35

Ridley Scott Slams Modern Movies for Losing Their Edge

In a recent interview, Scott bluntly stated that “modern movies are so bad”, sparking heated debate across the film industry and online communities.

Scxcly Oct 10 2025 09:54:08

Why Terminator 2D: No Fate Was Delayed - Including Tariff Impact

When Terminator 2D: No Fate was first delayed, the reasons given had been physical logistics and quality polishing. But new information shows there's a third, more external factor at play: tariffs and global trade disruptions.

Scxcly Sep 30 2025 11:27:02

Battlefield 6: A Tale of Survival in a Global Conflict

The gripping campaign story of Battlefield 6. Dive into an intense war narrative filled with strategy, alliances, and high-stakes missions.

Scxcly Sep 28 2025 17:49:24

What's New in Borderlands 4: Fresh Content & Roadmap Highlights

The Borderlands 4 team has laid out a very solid post-launch plan. Players can expect both free and paid content, new bosses, better endgame modes, quality-of-life improvements, and rare gear tiers returning.

Scxcly Sep 26 2025 15:35:38

Silent Hill f - Latest Reviews & Impressions

Silent Hill f is getting positive notes for its story - its mystery, its themes (outsider, identity, mental health, societal pressure), and how it makes you care about Hinako.

Scxcly Sep 23 2025 10:06:07

Assassin's Creed: Shadows - Review & Impressions

Assassin's Creed: Shadows user scores are more mixed, suggesting strong positive feedback from many, but also notable complaints.

Scxcly Sep 18 2025 15:09:54

New Character Rumors in Mario Bros. Wonder (Switch 2 Edition)

Nintendo revealed during the September 2025 Nintendo Direct the “Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park” of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, set for Spring 2026.

Scxcly Sep 16 2025 18:22:41

Elysia: The Astral Fall - Latest Gameplay & Beginner’s Guide

Elysia: The Astral Fall is an RPG that blends idle (AFK) gameplay, gacha hero collection, real-time and auto-battle mechanics, and exploration.

Scxcly Sep 15 2025 16:55:24

Fortnite Breaks New Ground in 2026

Fortnite has at last disclosed its most anticipated competitive event for the upcoming year - the FNCS 2026. On the stage of the recently wrapped - up FNCS Global Championship 2025, the game also revealed some thrilling updates about its plans for 2026.

Scxcly Sep 10 2025 15:31:20

PUBG Mobile x Kaiju No. 8 Reward Track: Ways to collect all outfits, items, and prizes

The latest 4.0 update for PUBG Mobile is now active in the game. This time around, alongside the typical content, there’s a brand-new collaborative prize track available. PUBG Mobile has teamed up with the hit Japanese web manga series, Kaiju No. 8.

Scxcly Sep 10 2025 15:28:28