If there's one thing that almost all open-world games have in common, it's exploration. It doesn't matter if you're shooting into outer space or traveling to a fantastical kingdom; there's always a need to explore, but it's safe to say that some games handle it with a lot more creativity than others. Family 8 Best … Read more
Nintendo Switch 2 players looking for something new to play should definitely make sure to mark Thursday, July 23 on their calendars. The Nintendo Switch 2 has been in the works ever since it launched last summer. Not only has Nintendo released tons of high-quality first-party games on the Switch 2, but third-party partners have … Read more
There's something strangely magical about seeing the inside of a game laid bare in out-of-bounds. I have vivid memories of switching noclip at the train station in Half-Life 2 to find a legless Wallace Breen giving his speeches in the void, with a legless Isaac Kleiner not too far away. Grand Theft Auto is appreciated … Read more
In a simultaneously strange but exciting move, Activision randomly ported Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 & 2 to PS4 and PS5 on July 9, charging $39.99 for each game. To be fair, PS Plus subscribers can pick them up for $19.99 until August 6th, so you can get them for a more reasonable price. … Read more
As long rumored, Nintendo is remaking The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of timean entry widely regarded as the best in the series, even after ambitious forays into the open world Breath of the Wild and The tears of the kingdom. Really, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a masterpiece that holds up remarkably … Read more
Published July 11, 2026, 9:43 AM EDT Mehrdad (He/Him) is a writer at GameRant. He started writing about video games when he was a high school student. He loves playing competitive FPS games like Rainbow Six Siege. In between you can also find him grinding for better ships in Star Citizen from time to time. … Read more
Back in the 1990s, Japanese animation took the world by storm in a major way, with anime becoming a global delight that many can’t imagine their lives without today. The notable films of this era, with gems like Ghost in the Shell (1995), Princess Mononoke (1997), and Perfect Blue (1997), have forever etched themselves into … Read more
The moon in Naruto was created approximately 1,000 years ago as a result of an empowered Chibaku Tensei. It was used to seal Kaguya Otsutsuki, and in addition to being her prison, it functioned as a regular celestial body. Naruto fans have met many powerful characters over the years, and some of them can actually … Read more
Information about a new LEGO set depicting the Ministry of Magic from Harry Potter has appeared online via a reliable source. The yet-to-be-announced addition to LEGO's ever-evolving lineup Harry Potter the theme is reportedly scheduled for release on September 1st. As of July 2026, the Danish toymaker's Harry Potter line is just two months shy … Read more
Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog's “stunning reimagining” of the original Tomb Raider is slated to launch on February 12, 2027, and Lara Croft herself has an exciting update on how the project is coming along. “So I just finished the last official session of the Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis main game, which feels … Read more
