Since I was a kid, I’ve loved real-time strategy games, with the 2002 release of Age of Mythology being one of my all-time favourites. So when I heard Microsoft was giving the classic RTS a new release, I was beyond excited. Now, over two decades since it first hit shelves, Age of Mythology: Retold is offering much more than a simple facelift or remaster; it’s a full-fledged reimagining that breathes new life into the classic, blending nostalgia with innovation to excite both new and old gamers alike.

Age of Mythology: Retold (PC) Review

Visions of Mana may be flying under a few radars. After all, when talking about classic JRPG series, the Mana series might not immediately jump to the top of your list. In fact, some players might not even realize it is its own series. And who could blame them? For a long time, we simply didn’t get many Mana releases.

Review: Visions of Mana Feels Like a Classic JRPG

The upcoming HD-2D remake of Dragon Quest III showed new footage during the Nintendo Partner Showcase in August 2024, showing off several new features. The remake will add the ability to customize the appearance of your party in addition to their classes and abilities, and a brand-new Monster Wrangler job that looks visually inspired by the recent Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince protagonist. The new job will allow players to use monster abilities in combat after learning them, similar to sister series Final Fantasy‘s Blue Mage recurring job.

Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake Gets New Footage; New Features

Tales of Graces f Remastered is in the works for Switch, Bandai Namco announced today. Fans can pick it up on January 17, 2024. Tales of Graces f originally launched in 2010. For the new version of the RPG, Bandai Namco is throwing in quality of life improvements and additions, some localized scenes that will be shown in English for the first time, and DLC.

Tales of Graces f Remastered revealed for Switch

Drow have a tumultuous history in fantasy TTRPGs. They are a staple of Dungeons & Dragons, a group of subterranean elves characterized by ruthless ambition, cruelty, and sharp cunning. They have been the source of controversy given their potentially problematic design and coding, as well as the source of iconic heroes like Drizzt Do'urden. Now, Steamforged Games has their own take on these long-lived warriors in Epic Encounters: Palace of the Drow Queen and Lair of the Drider.

Epic Encounters: Palace of the Drow Queen and Lair of the Drider Review – A New Shade Of Underdark

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An Aldi shopper recently shared her disturbing experience with a moldy rice package from the supermarket, sparking debate. A TikTok user named @defonotlils posted a video on June 6 that quickly became popular, accumulating more than 674,600 views. In the video, she shares what happened after finding out about something.

This is why I don’t shop at Aldi: Woman can’t believe what she found in her packaged rice from Aldi

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Check out the first trailer for "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," which puts a spotlight on the hero's battle with the powerful Shadow the Hedgehog.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Trailer Showcases Shadow's Immense Power

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

It is no secret that developer Toys for Bob was working on Crash Bandicoot 5. However, a report regarding the canceled game unearthed new information including the reasoning behind the cancellation and details of a crossover between the titular character and Spyro the Dragon. Spyro the Dragon to join Crash...

Crash Bandicoot 5 Was Canceled to Focus on Live Service Games – Report

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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The Irvine Police Department’s Spectrum team was notified of a woman shoplifting at Sephora on Wednesday. When loss prevention tried to stop her, she refused to stop. As the Spectrum team arrived, loss prevention lost the suspect in the parking lot. An excellent citizen told the officers they observed the suspect enter a white Tesla and crawl into the trunk.

Shoplifter arrested after hiding in her Tesla’s trunk at the Irvine Spectrum

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

PS Plus Extra and Premium members get one of the greatest games of all time this month.

PS Plus adds arguably the best RPG of all time for PS5 and PS4 for free

To celebrate its 40th anniversary, a brand new Tetris collection has been announced: Tetris Forever. A game collection that brings together multiple Tetris titles from across history, it's coming later this year to Nintendo Switch. Revealed as part of August’s Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase and described as an "interactive musuem",...

Tetris Forever, a Collection of Tetris History, Announced for Nintendo Switch

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Whenever I go out to eat where hush puppies are served, I can't help but order some. They are so addicting! Unfortunately, they're also usually pretty expensive for what they are. Last time I ordered them at a restaurant, they were $1 each. That was definitely a wakeup call for me since a whole batch can be made up for not much more than that! Here's what you'll need to make about 24 hush puppies:

Sweet Potato and Bacon Hush Puppies

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It's been 13 years since actress Barbara Stuart, best known as Frank Sutton's no-nonsense girlfriend Bunny on TV's Gomer Pyle - USMC sitcom (CBS, 1964-1969), died from a muscular disease on May 15, 2011. She was 81 years old, and this is her story.

In Memory of 'Gomer Pyle' Actress Barbara Stuart: 13 Years After Her Tragic Muscular Disease Demise

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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. – An Inglewood man and a father-daughter duo have been charged for stealing nearly $400,000 in goods and selling counterfeit items at a swap meet, following an investigation by the California Highway Patrol’s (CHP) Organized Retail Crime Taskforce (ORCTF).

Father and daughter arrested in Anaheim facing charges for stealing retail goods worth over $10K

Woodinville, WA

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Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has revealed they are still looking for a forever home for an adorable six to seven-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains, "We have received so many applications for identical but much younger Frenchie, Lillian, but no one for Joannie yet."

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

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Gori: Cuddly Carnage (PC) Review

Cat games are all the rave these days! They have been so cute, from Infinite Fall’s Night in the Woods and The Gentlebros’ Cat Quest/Cat Quest...

Gori: Cuddly Carnage (PC) Review

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