Games

Netflix’s live-action adaptation of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” has made a strong debut, with Netflix announcing that after season one, there will be both a second and third season to complete the story. Continuing from where the Nickelodeon animated series left off, this live-action version remains faithful to the original while introducing some fresh elements. In the upcoming second season, one of the main characters from “Avatar” is expected to make an appearance: Earth Bender Toph. However, fans might be surprised to see that the blind warrior could have a slightly altered portrayal.

The recently launched Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, released in October 2024, has been steadily releasing fresh content through promotional cards, events, and new packs ever since. This constant stream of updates has kept players engrossed in opening packs daily and engaging in battles against others for emblems when they desire a pause from card collecting. However, all this activity seems to be building up to January 2025, a month that, as suggested by the creators of Pokemon TCG Pocket, is likely to be its most impressive month yet.

Similar to numerous modern games, Disney Dreamlight Valley boasts an extensive in-game marketplace brimming with items purchasable with actual currency. While not everyone can afford these premium shop goods, even those who do enjoy receiving freebies. This is where scarce yet thrilling Disney Dreamlight Valley codes come into play, enabling players to claim complimentary items directly from the game developers. In the case of DDV, these codes are typically distributed during demonstrations and other events where Gameloft unveils new features or commemorates achievements. However, a recent joke in the new Storybook Vale expansion has caught players’ attention as it turns out to be a genuine, redeemable code.

A recent update indicates that a well-known game on the Nintendo Switch could receive an improved version for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console. The Nintendo Switch 2 is speculated to hit the market sometime in this year, but the exact date remains undetermined. As of now, it’s uncertain which games will be included when the Nintendo Switch 2 debuts. Nintendo has yet to reveal any information about potential games for the new console, and there have been very few rumors or leaks regarding the Nintendo Switch 2’s game lineup.

By the closing of 2024, DC enthusiasts received an update about Matt Reeves’ “The Batman Part 2”, but rather than igniting enthusiasm among moviegoers, the news sparked disappointment. The highly anticipated sequel to “The Batman” was being delayed yet again, with the film now set for a release on October 1, 2027. This means that if this release date is maintained, the sequel to the Robert Pattinson-led movie will premiere over five years after its initial theater debut. And “The Batman” isn’t the only project that fans are waiting patiently for; delays in television series were also announced in 2024, with “House of the Dragon” Season 3 not expected until mid-2026, marking a two-year gap between seasons, and “Euphoria’s” third season not due until 2026 as well, meaning a four-year wait between seasons.

2024 will be a year I’ll always look back on fondly as a golden age for role-playing games. As someone who’s been hooked on RPGs since my early days, I’ve never seen such an abundance of high-quality titles and sequels that catered to every kind of player.

From looter games with deep combat mechanics and enticing loot to chase, to captivating stories with characters that felt like lifelong friends, to impactful decisions that shaped my in-game experiences – it’s safe to say that this year has been a feast for RPG fans like myself. And let’s not forget the breathtaking vistas and near-endless detail that made every corner of these virtual worlds feel alive and immersive.

All in all, I can confidently say that as an RPG enthusiast, 2024 was a year of pure gaming bliss for me.