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Fool's Theory Reveals One Common Thread Between its Witcher Remake and The Thaumaturge
Developer Fool's Theory, which is currently responsible for the Witcher 1 remake and CRPG The Thaumaturge, reveals one common element of the two.
God of War Ragnarok Valhalla DLC's 'Setting Tease' Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does
God of War's recent Valhalla DLC has a lot of narrative value, but a supposed tease for the future IP might have a lot more than meets the eye.
Hogwarts Legacy's Wands Put an Action-RPG Sequel in a Tough Spot
Hogwarts Legacy's inevitable sequel needs to lean more into RPG elements, but the series' wand lore might put a big obstacle in the way of that.
Animal Crossing May Need to Take One Note From Breath of the Wild After New Horizons
After Animal Crossing: New Horizons set a high bar for the series, Nintendo could learn from Zelda: Breath of the Wild's success for its next game.
The Star Wars Jedi Franchise Has a Line It Shouldn't Ever Cross
There are countless different ways the Star Wars Jedi franchise could evolve and change over the years, but there's one line it should never cross.
The Thaumaturge's Manipulation Powers Add Tons of Replayability
Game Rant's discussion with The Thaumaturge developer Fool's Theory provides insight into the game's Manipulation mechanics.
What are the Best Sci-Fi Movies of 2023?
The Sci-Fi genre remains as healthy as ever, in part thanks to recent developments like AI and societal changes becoming increasingly prevalent.
Harry Potter: Who Was Nicolas Flamel?
Nicolas Flamel plays a pivotal role in shaping the foundation of the Harry Potter Universe.
The Thaumaturge's Concept Art Shows How Its Overarching Design Has Evolved
Concept artwork for upcoming CRPG The Thaumaturge gives players a window into what they might expect from its world and characters.
How the Inclusion of Rasputin Shaped CRPG The Thaumaturge
Game Rant speaks with The Thaumaturge's design director to learn how the involvement of Rasputin influenced the game's development.
The Thaumaturge Dev Talks Challenges of Making a New IP
Game Rant speaks to The Thaumaturge developer Fool's Theory about developing its original universe and using it to tell meaningful stories.
Jakks Pacific Holiday Gift Guide - Mario, Sonic, Disney and More
The Holidays are in full swing, and that means that gift-giving season is also just around the corner and Jakks Pacific has a ton of great gift ideas.
The Batman Makes a Perfect Argument for a Game with More Bruce Wayne Missions
Bruce Wayne has only rarely been prominent in popular Batman titles and Matt Reeves' The Batman further shows how that could change for the better.
One Teased Creature is Missing From Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s Indigo Disk
Despite adding over 100 returning critters, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's The Indigo Disk omits one monster that was teased before the DLC's release.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Steve Balance Debate Explained
The competitive legality of Steve in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has been fiercely debated, with advocates on both sides making solid arguments.
Assassin's Creed Nexus Ending Explained
Assassin's Creed Nexus, the franchise's step into VR, features an original story with some interesting revelations that may suggest future plotlines.
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor's Sequel Can Learn More from Elden Ring Besides Having a Mount
Jedi: Survivor draws inspiration from Soulslike games like Elden Ring, and a sequel can take more cues from it in addition to a mount.
Hogwarts Legacy's Open World Gives Its Sequel a Big Challenge to Overcome
Hogwarts Legacy went all in on its iconic locations, so the sequel has to find a new way to feel as magical if it is to become a big franchise.
Battlestar Galactica: The Creation of the Cylons, Explained
Cyclons are the main villains in Battlestar Galactica after launching a cataclysmic rebellion against their human masters.
3 Big Cameos That Would Make Sense in Star Wars Outlaws
Set between Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, there are plenty of options for cameos in Star Wars Outlaws, but only a few make real sense.