Rediscovering these overlooked games feels like traveling back in time to see bold designs, innovative ideas, and imaginative stories. While some still have dedicated fans, they all deserve more attention. Here are three particularly memorable Xbox exclusives from the 2000s worth checking out, including a classic from BioWare when they were at their best.
Tom Cruise’s career has taken an unusual turn recently, making this anniversary particularly noteworthy when looking back at the last 15 years. Today marks eight years since he starred in his last film that wasn’t part of a larger franchise, the 2017 movie *American Made*. This film is unique in his recent work because it wasn’t connected to any existing cinematic universe, and it was the last time he truly showcased his leading man charisma.
The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless is a great headset for people who really care about sound quality, though it is a bit expensive.
Keep an eye on Project Renegade: The Becoming – this single-player action game, inspired by Resident Evil, looks promising.
The remastered versions of *Dragon Quest I & II*, featuring HD-2D graphics, will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and PC (via Steam and the Microsoft Store) on October 30th. You can find more information about the game at these links: [link 1], [link 2], [link 3], and [link 4].
When you first come inside, head straight down the hallway. You might be a little startled by the phone call, but keep going! At the end, you’ll find a door with three slots for crests – that’s the main puzzle for this area. You won’t be able to solve it just yet, so just remember it for later.
According to actor Michael Callan’s biography, Shauna Redford, a 22-year-old student at the University of Colorado Boulder, was deeply upset and confused. Robert Redford was so concerned that he immediately flew from the Buffalo, New York, film set to be with her, and he picked up his wife, Lola Van Wagenen, from Utah during the trip.
As a huge fan, I was so excited to hear about the *Suikoden* anime, which is coming in 2026! It seems like they’re adapting the story from *Suikoden II*, which is fantastic. The anime will center around the relationship between Riliu and Jowy, two lifelong friends torn apart by a massive war. They’ve released some beautiful new artwork giving us a peek at what’s in store, and even better, they’ve announced the voice actors for all the characters, along with some really cool insights from the actors themselves about bringing their roles to life. You can find all the details and visuals below – I’ve already checked them out and I’m so hyped!
The Black Ops series has consistently pushed the Call of Duty franchise in new directions. While many shooters at the time favored dull, realistic colors, Black Ops stood out with its vibrant and colorful maps, which remain popular and well-regarded today.
While it’s facing strong competition, the new action game *Romeo Is a Dead Man* is proving to be a serious contender. A recent, short trailer released for the Tokyo Game Show, titled ‘Extremely Bloody Action Buffet,’ showcases its potential.