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Infinity Nikki does a beautiful job of combining story elements with gameplay mechanics, creating an experience that both casual players and seasoned pros can get lost in. Nikki clears out enemies by throwing simple orbs at them, a nice change from the usual complicated battle system.

This might be appealing to newcomers, but those who are used to more complex battle systems found in titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild might find it too straightforward. The whimsical exploration of Miraland’s vibrant landscapes presents this task rather than the complexity of battle.

Players are encouraged to connect with the environment in novel ways by the puzzle-solving mechanics that add another layer to the gameplay. It takes a mix of platforming and observing skills to collect Whimstars, which keeps players interested without being too much.

Players can navigate Miraland at their own pace, creating a sense of agency that enriches the story.

Thoughts of a collaboration between The Legend of Zelda and anime industry icon Studio Ghibli have come up among fans for years, but one fan set out to make it a reality in a recent viral video.

YouTube user RwanLink posted a video this week to their channel depicting an anime-esque child version of Link exploring Hyrule's Castle Town from The Legend of Zelda, stylized with vibrant colors and nature scenes to appear like a film from Studio Ghibli. According to the user, the video is a short teaser for a bigger animated project set to release on Nov. 21, which will be an extended look at the Ghibli version of Hyrule.

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The video, made entirely in the latest release of Unreal Engine 5, is an adaptation of scenes and events from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which released on the...

Studio Ponoc has released a new trailer for its upcoming fantasy film, The Imaginary.

As detailed on Anime News Network, the film is an adaptation of A.F Harrold and Emily Gravett's 2014 children's novel of the same name. The trailer showcased an animation style reminiscent of Ponoc's legendary predecessor, Studio Ghibli. A host of new cast members have also been revealed; Kokoro Terada, who previously played the role of Selim Bradley in the live-action Fullmetal Alchemist film series, will star as Rudger. Rio Suzuki, who starred as Dororo in the 2019 adaptation of Osamu Tezuka's titular manga series, will portray Amanda. The Imaginary's Japanese theatrical premiere is set for Dec. 15.

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While Ponoc unveiled a brief teaser for The Imaginary in 2021, this latest trailer delves deeper into the film's premise. As an "Imaginary," young...

Netflix used to have a massive library of anime available for fans to watch, but like most streaming services, the company has seriously downsized its offerings in the last few years. These days, Netflix tends to focus largely on its own original series and movies to draw viewers in. That said, Netflix subscribers can still get more than their fill of great fantasy anime on the service.

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Some entries in Netflix's anime catalog take viewers to faraway worlds, allowing them to experience daring tales of adventure, and hopefully see the heroes defeat the villains. Others are light, slice-of-life fantasy series for audiences to unwind with after a long day's work. It's a good mix and makes Netflix more than worthwhile for longtime anime fans and new fans who are exploring the medium.

Updated by Sage Ashford, June 2023: Despite Netflix's shrinking anime library,...

The PlayStation 3 collected a dense library of now-classic RPGs over its 7-year lifespan before the PS4 was released. The successes of several of these games have led to remasters, ports, and long-running fan support.

The voting community at Ranker put together their list of the 10 best games in this sprawling genre that the PS3 had to offer, with a great degree of variety among them. These titles range from beloved JRPGs like the Tales and Ni no Kuni series, western-rpg titans like The Elder Scrolls, and FromSoftware's genre-revolutionizing Souls-likes.

The upcoming Mmorpg that will return players to the world of Ni no Kuni is now open for pre-registration that’ll nab you some exclusive goodies. Look, I know it’s a free-to-play Mmo designed for mobile devices (though you can play on your PC as well), but it’s Ni no Kuni…so I’m all aboard. If you’re […]

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It’s mostly forgotten now, but the PlayStation 3 actually had an incredibly rocky launch. The console’s architecture initially made it difficult to develop for, early exclusives were underwhelming, and the $599 price tag (roughly $800 in 2021 dollars) for the top end launch model was just too rich for many gamers.

But with time, those issues faded away. The higher price tag, due in part to the then-novel Blu-ray disc drive, just meant games could be larger and more detailed than ever before. Developers quickly adapted to the console, and now the PS3 is just as fondly remembered as any other Sony console.

As we look back at the 15th anniversary of the PS3’s launch, it’s time to rank the 20 games that still stand out as the very best on the console:

20. LittleBigPlanet 2

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LittleBigPlanet 2 is a solid platformer, but where the series has always shined is in its creation tools.

The Ni No Kuni series is well-loved for its unique art style and simple storytelling, both of which are illustrated in the hundreds of side quests in Revenant Kingdom. The Jrpg, which looks a lot like some of Studio Ghibli's best movies, was released back in 2018 and became an instant hit with gamers around the world, with an impressive 2.8 million units sold (according to Gematsu). With fans eagerly awaiting the global launch of Ni No Kuni: Cross Worlds, it's a good time to look back at some of the side quests that played a major role in making Revenant Kingdom the iconic game it is today.

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Several of the side quests in Ni No Kuni II are more interesting than they seem and often allow the player to delve deep into the game's lore. The...

Switch owners who enjoyed Ni No Kuni will be able to enjoy the sequel on their devices (along with all the Dlc) later this Summer! I was Very excited when Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch came to Nintendo Switch. I loved that game when it launched, and it was still incredible the […]

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With the PlayStation Store‘s annual Summer Sale coming to an end, you’re likely to be feeling a little bit down in the dumps right now.

Fear not, however, as the kind folks over at Sony have just deployed yet another whopping sale that offers deep discounts on over 300 PS4 games, as well as a ton of savings on lots of Dlc and expansion packs. Indeed, the latest promotion boasts a bunch of really great titles from iconic and popular franchises. From Castlevania, Ni no Kuni and Dark Souls, to BioShock, South Park and Metal Gear, there’s sure to be a game on the list that’ll help to turn your frown upside down.

If you want to jump straight into the full rundown on the PlayStation Store, you can do so here. Otherwise, we’ve sifted through the offerings to bring you a bevy of recommendations that...

Let me get this sordid little detail out of the way: I’m not the type of guy who gets easily charmed by whimsical stories. I tend to avoid animated Disney films, as well as anything and everything from Pixar. I don’t want to say that I’m jaded, but whenever a game, movie, or book tries its hand at being “charming” or “sentimental,” my eyes begin to roll and glaze over before my brain has an opportunity to properly react. It’s not that I have anything against whimsy, charm or sentimentality, but most stories use these elements to emotionally manipulate audiences without truly earning this hefty emotional investment. As you can probably tell, it bugs me a lot, and I tend to avoid projects I feel employ these tactics. Needless to say, I tend to miss out on some really great stories as a direct result. Such is my double-edged sword.