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The Only 2026 Open-World Games That Are 10/10, No Notes (So Far)

Evan Regan — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:45:18 GMT

Despite a seemingly quiet start to 2026 (at least, compared to what's coming in September and October), this year has actually been a huge success for the gaming industry. There have been very few misses and a ton of hits, from indie successes to triple-A bangers, and the year isn't even halfway done yet.

Best New FPS Games That Are Absolute Must-Plays (So Far)

Ollie Tuscarny — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:15:17 GMT

The FPS world has gotten a lot bigger since the start of 2026, with so many amazing games being added in such a short time that it can be hard to even keep up with all the greatness. We have had the return of iconic franchises, long-awaited releases that were teased long ago, and a couple of surprise bangers that have managed to show that even smaller devs and brand-new names can compete at the table with the big dogs.

Naruto: 8 Mangekyo Sharingan Abilities Weaker than Sarada's Ohirume

Cathlyn Melo — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:30:17 GMT

Sarada Uchiha is one of the strongest new-generation shinobi in Boruto: Two Blue Vortex, boasting an overpowered Mangekyo Sharingan ability unlike anything Masashi Kishimoto has ever done before in Naruto. Through her Ohirume ability, Sarada summons black spheres that create a strong gravitational force proportional to their mass, which she can use to overwhelm and crush her enemies.

5 Major TV Show Mysteries Bigger Than Who Killed Laura Palmer

Samantha Lord — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:45:17 GMT

Twin Peaks changed television when Laura Palmer's dead body washed ashore in Season 1, Episode 1. The mystery of who killed Laura quickly became one of the most talked-about storylines in TV history, helping transform Twin Peaks into a cultural phenomenon and paving the way for countless mystery-driven shows that followed. Even decades later, Laura's murder remains one of the most iconic whodunits.

One Piece: 10 Best Showings Of Supreme King Haki, Ranked

Rei Penber — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:30:17 GMT

Supreme King Haki is one of the most incredible powers in the world of One Piece. It is an ability that only a handful of individuals are born with and even among those, only a few are able to awaken it. Also known as Conqueror's Haki, this power allows an individual to impose their willpower on others, intimidate them, and in some cases, even knock them out, provided the difference in strength is massive.

Upcoming Games To Play While Waiting For Last of Us Season 3

Mark Sammut — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:38:17 GMT

HBO pausing the production of The Last of Us season 3 sparked the rumor mill into action, with suggestions of an imminent cancellation. However, with the World Cup season starting in Vancouver, HBO probably just decided to wait until the end of the sports event and a return to normality to continue shooting. Even if season 2 garnered a fairly mixed response compared to its predecessor, it was still likely successful enough to warrant a continuation, especially since the series still needs to adapt half of The Last of Us Part 2.

All June 2026 Free Games You Can Claim

Mark Sammut — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:10:16 GMT

Updated on June 8 by Mark Sammut: Two horror games are free for the next few hours: Remothered: Tormented Fathers and its sequel Broken Porcelain. Don't miss out on them.

Death Note: 10 Anime Detectives Who Would Have Caught Light Before L

Rodrigo Sandoval Lahut — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:30:17 GMT

One of the main reasons Death Note has remained one of the most popular thriller anime ever is the intense and complex relationship between Kira and his nemesis, the detective L. Both characters are true geniuses whose mental games are on a level most humans cannot even comprehend. For most fans, the best arcs in Death Note are those that focus on the ideological battle between Light and L as it made them think hard about morality and truth.

7 Best Sci-Fi Movies Based on Books, Ranked

Zakaria Ali — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:18 GMT

Science fiction has always been one of literature's most imaginative genres, as it gives authors freedom to explore everything from alien invasions and artificial intelligence to dystopian futures. Unsurprisingly, some of the best sci-fi movies of all time began as a book, with filmmakers adapting beloved novels and short stories into cinematic masterpieces. While many adaptations take huge deviations from their source material, the best sci-fi movies based on books capture the ideas, themes, and sense of wonder that made the original story so compelling.

Jujutsu Kaisen: Every Major Power Up In The Final Arc, Ranked

Rei Penber — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:30:18 GMT

Jujutsu Kaisen’s Shinjuku Showdown arc was a phenomenal experience that officially concluded with Chapter 271 in 2024. Over its run, it delivered some of the very best battles that we have seen in the story, and it also saw the strongest of sorcerers gather in one place and showcase their true skill. Of course, the sheer volume of battles that took place in this arc means that there were also many incredible power-ups.