Games

Gamers will have a relatively quiet January, with only one mildly interesting release, Code Vein II. While the first Code Vein sold well, its success was boosted by being a launch title for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The first major game of the year will be Nioh 3, launching on February 6th. Developed by Team Ninja and published by Koei Tecmo, it continues the story of the Nioh series which began in 2017 and continued with Nioh 2 in 2020. Nioh 3 will be exclusive to the PlayStation 5, following the pattern of its predecessors, and is not expected to be released on Xbox consoles.

With the premiere of Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Season 2 just around the corner—less than a week away—a special preview event will be held in Japan on January 11th. Although attendance is limited to ticket winners in Japan, a new trailer for the season will be released shortly before the event, giving fans worldwide something to enjoy.

Nintendo decided not to release Captain Rainbow outside of Japan, believing it wouldn’t appeal to Western audiences and was too specialized. Even in Japan, the game didn’t sell well, which is unexpected given its positive reviews and innovative gameplay. It makes you wonder what might have happened if Nintendo had given it a chance in other countries.

After five years, DC’s Rebirth initiative resolved many previous story issues. While it didn’t completely revert to the original timeline, Rebirth connected the newer versions of characters to their past selves, bringing back familiar personalities and relationships. This paved the way for fully restoring their histories, as seen in Dark Nights: Death Metal. Rebirth worked so well because it gave fans what they loved about these characters, starting with the return of beloved heroes and the introduction of fresh concepts.

This list showcases 7 fantastic spy shows that haven’t gotten the recognition they deserve, even now. Instead of featuring well-known titles, we’ve focused on shows that were exceptionally well-made but somehow flew under the radar. They’re definitely worth watching and sharing with others.

Unlike My Hero Academia where almost everyone develops superpowers called Quirks, the new anime Scum of the Brave has a different premise. This series focuses on a world where mafia members can transform into powerful beings called “dark lords,” and bounty hunters with superpowers are hired to take them down. While it doesn’t center around a school like UA Academy, Scum of the Brave features young heroes eager to improve their skills and fight the mob. They’re in luck, too – one of the strongest heroes is taking on a new student. You can watch the trailer below, and the first episode is now streaming on Crunchyroll.

Date Earned: 2nd April 2018

The sci-fi thriller 65 has resonated more with moviegoers than critics. It follows Mills (Adam Driver) after his spaceship crashes, leaving him stranded on Earth… 65 million years in the past! He teams up with the sole other survivor, a young girl named Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), and together they must journey across a dangerous, prehistoric landscape, battling deadly creatures in a desperate fight for survival and escape.

It’s not surprising that Vinland Saga received a mixed reaction initially. The first season was known for its exciting action, but the show shifted gears dramatically in later seasons. However, as fans watched the second season—which premiered on January 10, 2023—they discovered the series’ true strength: Thorfinn’s compelling story of personal growth. While the first season was packed with action, the second season revealed that Vinland Saga is at its core a realistic and character-driven story.

After more than two decades, The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap still feels special. Released on the Game Boy Advance in North America on January 10, 2005, it strikes a wonderful balance between the charming art style of The Wind Waker and the focused gameplay of A Link to the Past. While other Zelda games have rightfully earned praise, The Minish Cap is an exceptional game in its own right and deserves to be remembered alongside the most beloved titles in the series.