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“Hades II” Review: Weapons and Witchcraft

“Hades II” Review: Weapons and Witchcraft

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “Melinoe wields weapons and witchcraft alike in ‘Hades II’.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Riding the success of 2020’s “Hades”, Supergiant Games released its sequel “Hades II” earlier this year on Sept. 25 following a four-year development cycle and a year-and-a-half of early access on Steam. Much like its predecessor, “Hades II”

“Silent Hill f” is terrifying and terrific

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Silent Hill f’ twists the series’ formula on its head and provides a new but familiar experience.”) Rick Dalton Connector Staff “Silent Hill f,” is the latest entry in Konami’s long running survival horror franchise. The game was published by Konami, developed by NeoBards Entertainment and released on Sept. 25, 2025.

“Back to the Dawn” is a gritty Zootopian RPG

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Back to the Dawn’ provides players with two distinct characters, allowing them to experience two different storylines in the same gritty setting.”) Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor When “Zootopia” meets high stakes political corruption, prison life and capitalism, out comes “Back to the Dawn,” which shines as a unique take on the

“The Substance” on the horrors of aging women

(Image courtesy of IMDB. “Elizabeth struggles with her self-image, allowing the film to tell its body horror story.”) Amy Lam Connector Contributor “The Substance” (2024) is a chilling horror film directed by Coralie Fargeat, starring Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Davis Quaid. This two hour and twenty-one minute film premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film

“Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is incredible

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ is an incredible GOTY-worthy experience.”) Rick Dalton Connector Contributor “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” launched on April 24, 2025, and was instantly lauded as a Game of the Year contender. The game is the debut effort from French developers Sandfall Interactive. While drawing inspiration from JRPG franchises such

“Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” slashes box office

(Image courtesy of IMDB. “‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’ features a climactic final battle.”) Rosalie Pineda Connector Contributor One of the most popular anime franchises is still making headlines six years later. “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” released in theaters in the United States and Canada on Sept. 12, 2025. The film has been highly anticipated in

“TRIBE NINE” shuts down with dignity

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “‘TRIBE NINE’ had a short, but prolific run.”) Maxi France Connector Editor Gacha games — a genre that involves collecting randomized rewards, in-game currencies and dynamic live-service models — offer a nice escape from college life. Fans of the Danganronpa series and Japanese culture will be excited to play “Tribe Nine,”

“Hollow Knight: Silksong” challenges gamers

(Image courtesy of SteamDB. “Team Cherry’s ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ features a familiar hero in an all-new kingdom.) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor After six years in the making, three-person studio Team Cherry’s “Hollow Knight: Silksong” finally made its debut on Sept 4. 2025, to critical acclaim. Following its initial announcement in 2019, “Silksong” quickly gained a