One of Gaming’s Most Game-Changing Platformers Release Nearly 40 Years Ago Today

One of the most important games of its time was a surprisingly simple mix of action, strategy, and character. It let players experiment, learn by trying things out, and really master the gameplay. While many games at the time were very straightforward, this one gave players freedom and control, and showed what console games were capable of. That game was Mega Man, and it continues to influence gaming today, almost 40 years later.

Star Wars Finally Explains Why Qui-Gon Was Palpatine’s Greatest Threat (& Why He Could’ve Saved Anakin)

Okay, so initially it looks like Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan were just casualties, collateral damage in the larger scheme of things. But the more I think about it, the more I’m convinced it was about Qui-Gon specifically. He wasn’t just any Jedi; he had a unique connection to the Force, and that’s how he found Anakin – he recognized the Chosen One. Even though the Jedi Council never fully accepted him, they clearly valued his insights, and his death really rattled them. It feels like, had he lived, his perspective on achieving balance in the Force could have actually prevented Anakin’s turn to the dark side. Honestly, looking back, Qui-Gon seems like a genuine danger to the Sith, a real wrench in their plans.

Only 24 Hours Left to Get a AAA Game for Free

Hogwarts Legacy has become a hugely popular game since its release, and it’s still selling very well on all platforms even after two years. That’s why it’s such a great deal that Epic Games is giving the game away for free until December 18th! If you don’t already own Hogwarts Legacy, now’s your chance – you have less than a day to claim it before the offer ends.

Fourth Remake Of Groundbreaking 2011 Movie Scores Huge Box Office Record 6 Years After Bryan Cranston’s $125M Sleeper Hit

Okay, so The Intouchables was a huge deal – seriously, a massive success with both critics and audiences. I mean, it only cost about $10.8 million to make, but it went on to earn over $426 million worldwide! That’s incredible. Plus, it got a ton of recognition – eight César Award nominations, and Denis Sy actually won Best Actor. They also snagged a BAFTA and Golden Globe nomination, which is pretty amazing.

‘Invincible’s 8 Most Powerful Characters, Ranked

In Invincible, the word “powerful” has a specific meaning. It refers to a character’s actual strength and abilities, not just their influence or status. For example, Cecil Stedman is very influential, but doesn’t have any superpowers himself. So, when discussing power levels in the series, it’s about how strong someone is, not just how much control they have.

PIONER Hits “Mixed” Rating on Steam After Early Access Launch

The game didn’t have a very strong launch, recently reaching a peak of 1,140 players, though that number could still grow. The developer quickly released an update to address some initial problems, including long loading times and issues with character appearances on lower graphics settings. Players should also experience more reliable connections and overall server performance.