10 Anime With Top-Tier Animation as Good as Solo Leveling

One of the reasons behind the incredible success ofSolo Levelingis its carefully detailed animation that took viewers by surprise like no other series in recent years. However, in terms of animation quality, there are several anime that will give those viewers craving moreSolo Levelinga similar visual experience. While animation isn’t everything when looking for great anime, how it looks in motion does play a significant role in the reception of a series....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1265 words · Jeff Hale

10 Movie Twists That Are Pure, Absolute Genius

An intelligent twist can change an entire movie in a single moment, leaving audiences with a completely different impression of the story. Some of the most powerful movie twists are the ones which alter the audience’s perceptions of everything that has already happened, not just what’s about to come. A good twist can have the same jaw-dropping feeling of witnessing a magic trick, as audiences come to understand all the ways that they’ve been fooled....

May 27, 2025 · 6 min · 1161 words · Ronald Odonnell

Asterix & Obelix brawler will be getting slap-happy on November 25

Get your BONG! on with The Mighty Gaul Publisher Microids, currently in the midst of a number of peculiar but interesting licensed projects,has revealed a release datefor its cartoonish beat ’em upAsterix & Obelix: Slap Them All!The new brawler will come uppercutting its way on PS4, PC, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on November 25 in both digital and physical formats. Originally announced back in spring, the brand new game will see The Mighty Gaul and his faithful friend take the fight to a huge host of villains, including pirates, brigands, legionnaires, Normans, and, of course, the mighty Roman menace....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 255 words · William Taylor

EA head claims BioWare’s new IP delay ‘completely unrelated’ to tepid reception to Mass Effect: Andromeda

From EA CEO Andrew Wilson Yesterday we learned that BioWare has delayed their new IP past March 2018, but thanks to an earnings call we now have a little more information as to why it was delayed. Specifically, thatMass Effect: Andromedaisn’t to blame — allegedly. As we all knowAndromedawas met with mixed responses. Even those who enjoyed it were no doubt disappointing that it wasn’t everything it billed itself as, but EA CEO Andrew Wilson isn’t fazed by it....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 230 words · Chloe Smith

Fire Emblem Warriors’ launch trailer confirms Japanese audio and DLC plans

KAMPAI! The upcomingFire Emblem Warriorslooks like a real delight, but fans of Japanese audio were left scratching their heads. Nintendo has been vague as to whether or not the game would ship with the option and early review copies have only contained English on the cartridge. While Japanese audio won’t be contained on any cartridge, a free day one update will add the option for everyone. Odd, but free is free....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 240 words · Sheila Watson

Hollow Knight: Gods & Glory will launch this August

On PC and Switch Hollow Knight’sfinal DLC expansion,Gods & Glory, will be heading to PC and Switch on August 23. Launching at the low price of free, this new content is being touted as the largest expansion yet forHollow Knightand will feature new bosses, new secrets, new NPCs and an entirely new game mode. Here is a quick teaser showing some of the new boss battles you’ll be facing.

May 27, 2025 · 1 min · 69 words · Catherine Vazquez

Hop through time with the fifth Mega Man comic collection

Mega Man Vol. 5 arrives this Wednesday Ladies and gentlemen, a new ArchieMega Mangraphic novel is arriving this Wednesday, May 22. I have confirmation from fellow editor Chris Carter that he’s been picking up back issues and graphic novels to prep himself for the Sonic / Mega Man crossover “Worlds Collide,” and I know there are more of you out there itching to play catch-up. This one’s for you! Yes,you!...

May 27, 2025 · 1 min · 182 words · Mike Stevens

Nintendo experimented with Skyward Sword in HD

And Twilight Princess! Turns out you guyshave strong opinionsabout whichZeldatitles, if any at all, you’d like to see remastered in high definition. While Nintendo ultimately went withThe Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HDfor the time being, two other games were experimented with. Series producer Eiji Aonuma explained the situation toPolygon: “When we were thinking about the newZeldafor Wii U, which is something we’re actually working on, we needed to experiment with a variety of graphic styles and it was part of that process we took some existingZeldagames and made them HD just to see what would happen....

May 27, 2025 · 1 min · 213 words · Brian Burgess

Nintendo quits selling consoles and games in Brazil

Those damn laws! Nintendo will no longer distribute games and consoles in Brazil, the company has announced, citing Brazil’s infamously high videogame console tariffs as the reason behind the about-face. In an interview withUOL Games, Bill van Zyll, Nintendo of America’s director and general manager for Latin America, said the company’s exodus is “temporary.” At press time, Nintendo has not set any plans for a return. “Brazil is an important market for Nintendo and home to many passionate fans, but unfortunately challenges in the local business environment have made our current distribution model unsustainable in the country,” said Van Zyll....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Ricardo Chan

Not sure I can justify buying myself these Pearl & Marina Splatoon 2 Figmas, but they are pretty ace

Posing Pricey Pop Princesses When I was younger, I wasted so much money on merch and memorabilia. I used to go to comic and film fairs quarterly, with pockets full of hard-earned income, then traipse home loaded down with plastic junk I absolutely did not need and ultimately failed to validate my life. Since those heady, carefree days, I rarely purchase figures, models, and statues with the same reckless abandon…...

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · James Wilson

Skylanders Trap Team pre-orders will get you access to a bonus figure

Don’t miss your chance to get her! Starting today,Skylandersfans that pre-orderTrap Teamwill be given access to a bonus figure. New character Gearshift (pictured above) will be offered in limited supply, and this marks the first time fans will be able to buy a tech elementSkylanderon day one. Those that miss out on this bonus will have to wait until 2015 to be able to grab her otherwise. Skylanders Trap Teamlooks to be another solid in the Skylanders franchisebased on what I saw not too long ago....

May 27, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Brenda Edwards

The best stuff on Destructoid this week [7/26]

I’m a messy water drinker Let’s get away for the weekend, just you and me. I know this little place on the coast. Nice restaurant, view of the water from the cliff side. We could probably sleep in the car in the parking lot and hang out on the beach all day. Here’slast week’s post. Let’s begin anew. [We post a lot of articles here at Destructoid. The endless, ouroboros news cycle has us burning the snake at both ends, which will ultimately push big news, thoughtful original pieces, and all sorts of other great content off of the front page....

May 27, 2025 · 5 min · 932 words · Nicole Webster

The Light Phone 3 is The Coolest "Minimalist Phone" Out There

Many smartphone apps can become addictive, and there’s no better way to solve a problem than spending more money, which has led to a rise in “minimalist' phones with just the basic functionality. The Light Phone is a popular option in this category, and now there’s a new model for you to check out. Light, known for itsminimalist phonesdesigned to reduce digital distractions, has introduced its latest model, the Light Phone 3....

May 27, 2025 · 2 min · 337 words · Mark Riggs