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The popular social media appTikTokhas several accounts gainimg significant traction and it seems like one is on track to become the new standard-bearer. The current most-followed TikTok influencer is Charli D’Amelio, but that may change soon. TikTokstar Khaby Lame has just recently passed 100 million followers on the platform and currently stands at over 101 million. This influx of followers has allowed Khaby Lame to become the second most followed Tik Tok star....

The live-service model has now become a staple of the modern gaming industry, for better and for worse. Popularized mostly byFortnite, alive-service modelessentially sees a developer add new content to the game via updates over the course of multiple months or even years, usually supported by some form of microtransaction or battle pass schema. While the live-service model can be the perfect way to keep players engaged for years after a title’s initial release, it can also lead to an experience that feels unfinished when handled poorly....

No Man’s Skyreceives a lot of attention for its procedurally generated planets, resulting in unique-looking environments. However, the game’s audio is just as impactful and adds tension when exploring perilous new worlds. The recentAdrift updateforces players to rely even more on their instincts, with no NPCs around to provide guidance. A gamer’s hearing provides vital clues about their surroundings, and thebest gaming headsetforNo Man’s Sky Adriftcan be as crucial of a tool as a scanner....

Street Fighter 6’s three main game modes provide players with several ways to get their brawl on. Those looking for a more traditional experience can partake in the Arcade, Training, and Combo Trials found in the Fighting Ground. For players that want to get into the thick of online play, the new Battle Hub has multiple servers that house arcade cabinets that can be interacted with by anyone in the lobby....

World of Warcraftis adding a new Snail Racing mini-game in Patch 10.1,Embers of Neltharion. This hilarious, not-so-fast-paced activity givesWorld of Warcraftplayers a fun way to earn new rewards while getting a few laughs. Embers of Neltharionis adding an expansive subterranean zone calledZaralek Cavern toWorld of Warcraft. This new area is home to several native species, including the new Niffen Renown faction and the bulky Drogbar first introduced in theLegionexpansion. RELATED:World of Warcraft Reveals Niffen Renown Rewards for 10....

AlthoughWorld of Warcraft Shadowlandsdoesn’t have an official release date yet, it still feels like the MMO’s upcoming expansion is right around the corner. Beta testing has been going on for weeks, more invites are going out all the time, and it seems likeBlizzard will likely release an official launch date sometime very soonsince the company still plans to hit a 2020 start date for the new content. That said, before the full expansion can arrive the game will need a massive pre-patch to set the stage....

It isn’t uncommon to see newer games in a franchise reference its past. A developer may desire to give longtime fans something to be excited about like when Atlus added thePersona 3and4protagonists as secret boss fights inPersona 5 Royal.Developer Monolith Soft similarly plans to give longtimeXenoblade Chroniclesfans a familiar weapon.Xenoblade Chronicles 3was first showcased to the world at the end of a Nintendo Direct in February of this year. The game was originally slated for a release in September but, for unknown reasons, was moved up to an earlier release slot....

Summary Many video games tend to have fairly straightforward plots, with the real drama coming in during the gameplay. There is a set beginning, middle, and end that are all connected and all tell a coherent story. Some games, though, take a different direction. These games includeplot twists, with some being cruel and completely unexpected. RELATED:Darkest Secret Endings In Video Games These plot twists will often change the entire context of the game players have been working through....

With the prices of AAA games more expensive than ever, it’s getting more and more difficult to justify spending the money to play them, especially when so many of them are pumped out every year. However, while some of these titles are buggy messes that aren’t worth players' money, a lot of them are truly great. RELATED:Tips For Speedrunning Dark Souls Furthermore, everyone has a different budget for gaming, and even AA games and larger indie studio titles can be a burden on the pocket for some....

Animal Crossing: New Horizonsencourages creativity in its players, and one player has taken that to an extreme, building anAce Attorney-style murder mystery utilizing their island. Other players are strongly encouraged to give it a try, perhaps giving players something to do on a spooky Halloween evening. Animal Crossing: New Horizonsgives players their own island to run wild on, letting them build and design anything their creativity can come up with. Many players have created stunning, in-depth island designs, but this particular instance takes it to the next level, as the game exists outside the Nintendo Switch title, as well....

Summary The narrative ofElden Ringis deep and rich, from the expansive worldbuilding to the epic stakes of the Tarnished’s quest. One of the places where this narrative shines through the most is in its characters. The Lands Between are populated with deep, fascinating figures, whose decisions and motivations will leave a profound impact on the Tarnished’s journey to rebuild the Elden Ring. From intimidating bosses to close allies,Elden Ringis home to some truly fascinating female characters....

The idea ofopen-world games being made on a low budgetsounds almost impossible. After all, these games require a ton of effort and concentration from developers who need to ensure that they can create and program an environment that makes for an engaging sandbox without getting too stale in the long run. RELATED:The Best Open World Games With Female Protagonists (According To Metacritic) So, it’s always nice to hear thatsome open-world gamesdon’t really need the biggest budgets around to become famous....

The release ofLightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13definitely changed up the way combat was done and stands out among otherFinal Fantasygames. Instead of having a party with her, Lightning became a one-woman army and had to go throughmost battles by herself.Players would have to equip her with the right garbs, weapons, accessories, and shields. RELATED:Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13 – Best Weapons, Ranked Shields inLightning Returnsdon’t only help with providing Lightning with defense, but can also raise her max HP and give her other special auto-abilities....