Here's What Came Before the First Age of Middle-earth
Though the name might suggest it does, the First Age of Middle-earth doesn't actually mark the beginning of the timeline in Tolkien's universe
Why Voldemort Didn't Use the Killing Curse on Snape
Voldemort's liberal use of the Killing Curse is a huge part of his reputation as the greatest dark wizard ever. So why didn't he use it to kill Snape?
How The Console Wars Inspired Competition & Made Video Games Better
The phrase "console wars" has gone on to mean different things to different people, but in their truest form, they can be a force for good.
The Dead Marshes' Ghostly Figures Carry a Tragic Lord of the Rings Tale
The Dead Marshes are one of the most frightening and mysterious places in all of LOTR, but there is a reason the waters contain so many bodies.
Where Dwarves Come From in Lord of the Rings
Both Elves and Men have relatively similar origin stories in The Lord of the Rings, but the Dwarves arguably have the most interesting of all.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom's New Companions (& How to Unlock Them)
The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom introduced new companions to accompany players as they adventure across Tamriel. Here's how to unlock them.
The Elder Scrolls Online's New Class Creates the Game's Most Broken Spellcasters
The Arcanist arrived in The Elder Scrolls Online at a great time and it has been tearing things up in both PvE and PvP.
Diablo IV: How to Build the Perfect Barbarian
The Barbarian class is the all-smashing titan of the Diablo world but fine-tuning its abilities are key to getting the most out of playing it.
Diablo IV: How to Build the Perfect Sorcerer
The Sorcerer is one of the squishiest classes in Diablo IV but with the right build it can become one of the most powerful in the entire game.
5 Must-Buy Games From PlayStation's Days of Play 2023 Sale
PlayStation's annual Days of Play sale is live now through June 12, offering excellent savings on some standout games.
How Diablo IV's Dungeons Work
Diablo IV's dungeons remain the best activity the game has to offer but understanding how they work is key to efficiently progressing through them.
Futurama: Was Bender in Love With Calculon?
Bender's character may seem like the antithesis of someone who is capable of love, but Coilette's relationship with Calculon is a very different story
Dune: Part Two Must Navigate a Controversial Part of the Frank Herbert Novel
One of the most destructive chapters in the Dune novels could present a real challenge for the movies, but they have a chance to right some wrongs.
The Best Dungeons & Dragons Video Game Adaptation Is a Nearly Two Decade Old Classic
Though there have been many attempts to adapt Dungeons & Dragons into a video game, 2006's Neverwinter Nights 2 remains the best to date.
Dune's Weirdest Creatures Probably Won't Be in the Movies
There are many weird and wonderful creations in the Dune universe, but one of the strangest and most disturbing probably won't feature in the movies.
How Old Is Paul Atreides in Dune?
With the fractured state of the world he lives in, Paul Atreides has to grow up quickly, but his age at the start of Dune is surprisingly young.
Paul Atreides' Powers Make Him One of Dune's Strongest Characters
Paul Atreides has a number of unique abilities and powers in Dune, which combine to make him one of the strongest characters in the entire franchise.
Dune's Bene Gesserit Have Some Incredible Powers - But They Aren’t Magic
One of the more mysterious elements of the first Dune movie was the Bene Gesserit, but despite appearances, their abilities aren't magical in nature.
What Dungeons & Dragons' Classes Can Learn From a Much Older Edition
D&D Fifth Edition's class system is quite broad in scope, and further editions of the game could learn a few things from its oldest iterations.
Harry Potter’s Most Evil Wizard Came Long Before Voldemort and Grindelwald
In the great pantheon of evil witches and wizards in Harry Potter, Voldemort and Grindelwald are the most famous, but one wizard was far, far worse.