With schools across the worldclosed due to the Coronavirus, there is a growing fear among parents that sexual predators will take advantage of the increased number of children on online games such asMinecraft. In response to this, ParentsTogether, a national parent-led organization with over 2 million members, has drafted and sent a petition to Mojang and Microsoft asking that the companies better protect children. For those unaware, the FBI released a statement warning parents that increased supervision of online gaming may be necessary as a result of an increased risk in online sexual exploitation, so this petition looks to add more layers of protection to kids playingMinecraftonline....

Activision Blizzard continues to reveal details about the upcomingOverwatch 2free-to-play PvP and paid PvE. Among the countless changes toOverwatchwithOverwatch 2is a big revamp coming to competitive play to ensure players are facing off against others in the same skill level. TheOverwatch 2reveal event joined Summer Game Fest today, even afterOverwatch 2’s appearance during the Xbox and Bethesda showcase included multiple announcements for the hero shooter. At theOverwatch 2reveal event, many details about the upcoming game were confirmed, such as information about the live service model and PvP, as well as a spotlight on the Junker Queen, new cosmetics, Mythic Skin tier, and more....

Summary While its success remains to be seen,Pikmin 4has the chance to make thePikminfranchise a household name. This is the first time that the series has released a brand-new mainline entry on an extremely successful Nintendo console, and its early sales numbers reflect that. Gamers everywhere are dipping their toes in thePikminfranchise for the first time, and hopefully that means Nintendo has plans for even more unique entries afterPikmin 4runs its course....

Pokemonfans have a lot of different ways to show their love for the franchise, and this includes various types of art, such as paintings and figures. Those who love thePokemonseries have shown their creativity over the years by crafting amazing pieces honoring some of the most popular video games to release. One form of artwork thatPokemonfans enjoy are tattoos. Many of those who love the RPGs get ink jobs featuring their favorite pocket monsters, permanently engraving their love for the games on their skin....

Some of the most frightening horror experiences are centered around isolated locations from which there is no escape. FromThe Shining’ssnowed-in Overlook Hotel to the ships and space stations of theAlienfranchise, there are few more effective ways to frighten an audience than making them feel trapped. The upcoming horror filmDouble Blindis a perfect example of this. Thishorror moviecenters around seven participants in a drug trial who become trapped when the medical facility enters lockdown....

Virtual reality has seen a massive boom in the gaming industry in recent years, with many developers looking to capitalize on the immersive experiences capable through VR. Hardware like the Meta Quest 2 and HTC Vive have seen significant success as devoted VR platforms, while other companies like PlayStation have created VR-based add-ons for their existing consoles. With many popular games likeSkyrimandAmong Usreleasing VR versions, many fans have started to look to the future of VR technology, and a recent patent from Sony showsPSVR 2may have something big in store....

Since today’s stars are franchises and intellectual properties, star-driven movies are becoming increasingly rare. With Dwayne Johnson, Gal Gadot, and Ryan Reynolds in the lead roles, Netflix’s new action-comedyRed Noticeis headlined by a trio of the only bona fide movie stars left in Hollywood: a Marvel star, a DC star, and a man who is a franchise unto himself. Johnson plays a framed FBI profiler slapped with a “red notice” – Interpol’s scarlet letter – who teams up with the world’s second most notorious art thief (Reynolds) to bring down the world’s most notorious art thief (Gadot)....

Resident Evil 7 Biohazarddramatically alterred the fate of the longrunning horror franchise, giving it new life and a resurgence in popularity. The game is so popular, in fact, Capcom has announcedResident Evil 7 Biohazardhas broken the franchise’s sales record. BeforeResident Evil 7released in 2017, the series was a shell of its former self. DespiteResident Evil 4’s massive influence on the gaming industry, particularly with its innovative third-person shooting mechanics, it set theResident Evilfranchise on a path that never set well with fans....

Rusthas been seeing something of a resurgence as of late, withthe game launching back to the top of Steam’s sales chartsin January and becoming a fixture of the streaming scene again thanks to huge names like Jacksepticeye, xQc, and Pokimane. Although ports have been in the works for a while, it seems developers Facepunch Studios and Double Eleven are now getting ready to finally release the game on other platforms....

Science fiction has always possessed an incredible power to connect audiences to issues that are hard to grasp through traditional storytelling. From aliens to AI and consciousness to clones, sci-fi has changed a lot over the decades, but what hasn’t changed is its ability to dig deep into our minds. RELATED:Classic Sci-Fi Novels That Have Yet To Be Adapted Into Movies While the genre is full of action-packed series likeStar Warsor theMarvel Cinematic Universe, there’s a wealth of sci-fi movies out there that connect on a deeper level....

Konami has largely moved away from AAA game production, and as a result, its biggest franchises have been mostly dormant for years. This includes the popular survival-horror franchiseSilent Hill, which hasn’t had a proper new entry since 2012, discounting the playable teaser forSilent Hillsthat released in 2014 and has since been pulled from the PlayStation Store. However, it seems thatSilent Hillfans will soon have a lot to be excited about, as reports indicate that a multipleSilent Hillprojects are in active development....

Skyrimcan be difficult early on for players looking to use magic.Magickais used to cast spells. The blue meter in the bottom left corner of the screen will deplete with every spell used. The meter will slowly refill when not using spells. The Dragonborn will need to invest in Magicka with each level up to gain more meter. Players can brew potionsto aid their magic use. Apotion of Regenerate Magickawill increase the rate at which the meter refills....

Subpar television experiences are over, thanks to amazing limited-time deals onSony’s range of 4K Ultra HD TVs. From cinematic Dolby Vision HDR that brings out every detail to specialized features designed for the PlayStation 5, these products have entertainment features galore. With options for every room size, from 55-inch OLED screens perfect for smaller spaces to colossal 85-inch Mini LED displays that transform your living room into a home theater, you’ll find the perfect TV for your situation....