My Hero Academia is, without a doubt, one of the most influential anime and manga to release in the past few decades. Initially compared to other Shonen works ad nauseam, it managed to set itself apart thanks to its creative characters, dazzling art, and engaging story arcs.

And yet, when one looks back at all of its different arcs, some are clearly a cut above the rest. To that end, we’re here to rank every My Hero Academia arc from worst to best.

Heroes are all well and good, but when it comes to great anime, there’s almost always an iconic villain bringing them to new heights. Whether they were a hitherto ally whose true agendas are laid bare, or a mustache-twirling tyrant without a hint of subterfuge, they are amongst the most compelling and intoxicating characters in any given narrative.

That’s why we’re here today to rank the best anime villains of all time. Like the medium itself, this list is always evolving and ever-changing as new seasons come and go, so be sure to check back in to see the risers and fallers of villainy!

2024 marks a huge turning point for Shonen manga and anime. Major series have ended with others primed to wrap up soon, which leaves a huge vacuum just waiting to be filled by the next mega hit. But with so many different works out there right now, how can you narrow down what might be the next big thing?

We had that very thought, and after doing some digging, we found eight Shonen anime and manga that could be the next big thing. Please bear in mind that while these series might have already been around for a while—and have already enjoyed a fair amount of success—we’ve included them here due to their potential to blow up among the fandom in the near future.

Shadow of the Erdtree has proven to be a worthy continuation of the world introduced by the base game of Elden Ring. Its world is rich with the lore of a dying world, and its bosses are challenging enough to make even the most hardened Soulslike veteran give it their all. As is usually the case though, some bosses are more worthy opponents than others. That’s why we’ve made this list ranking all of the new Shadow of the Erdtree bosses players need to defeat in order to become the one and only Elden Lord.

All Shadow of the Erdtree Bosses, Ranked

Bear in mind that this list is limited to full bosses who are part of the main story quest and have remembrances and those that are only fightable one time as part of side quests. This means certain dungeon bosses and foes in the overworld won’t be on this list due to the fact that they’re technically mini-bosses or basic enemies given a temporary boss treatment. Likewise, reskins of enemies found in the Elden Ring base game have been omitted to keep the focus on the entirely new and novel fights.

Given how long Metroid Prime 4 has been in development, it’s little surprise that its reveal at the June 2024 Nintendo Direct has many people excited beyond belief.

Sporting some excellent modern-day graphics and an ominously designed new villain, the game’s latest trailer left it looking primed to deliver an action-packed experience most any fan would want to experience. It likewise stands as one of the only exclusives Nintendo has lined up for 2025, which means it’s in an optimal position to be the sole title Switch owners dig into upon its release.

Congratulations! You successfully finished Dragon’s Dogma 2, and overcame everything the main story threw at you. The only problem is, you’re still eager to stay within the world the game offers, and want to know whether or not there’s anything worth doing in the post game.

Well, worry not, after doing some digging, we’ve uncovered 10 ways you can squeeze a bit more fun out of Capcom‘s fantastical title.

The PlayStation 5 has amassed an impressive library of games since its release in 2020, and RPGs make up a large portion of those titles. What’s more is that most of these RPGs have been certifiable hits, justifying their ever-growing size and scope.

As is always the case, though, some of these RPGs have been better than others. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best RPGs on the PS5, so that you know which ones are most worth your time and money.

To say the world over has been gutted by the death of Akira Toriyama would be an understatement.

Whether it’s through Dragon Ball, Dr. Slump, or the many other works he released over the years, his creations shaped and inspired millions across the world. His absence is one people won’t soon be able to go a day without feeling, and one which will leave the world longing for his specific sense of imagination and wonder for years to come.

It’s not every day two genre-defining RPGs release back to back, but it’s even rarer to see two top-caliber Final Fantasy games release within a year of each other. And yet, that’s exactly what’s happened with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Final Fantasy XVI.

This, of course, has led many to ask which is the better Final Fantasy game. Even if they have very different themes and tones, they’re still the exemplars of the series’ current trajectory and what we can expect from it moving forward.

The first season of Demon Slayer introduces a bunch of amazing characters. From our lovable protagonist to his best friends, just about everyone you meet has a distinct and interesting personality.

Near the end of the season, we meet the coolest group in Demon Slayer: an elite group of Demon Corp members known as the Hashira (aka the Pillars). These characters are everything that our young protagonists hope to become – and they also look really cool.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on PlayStation 5

It’s hard to properly review Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and not just because it’s the kind of AAA release most people already know will hold a certain level of quality.

To be sure, it is an amazing game. It looks and plays like a top-of-the-line offering meant for current-gen hardware, and it can effortlessly suck you into its story, gameplay, and overall experience for dozens of hours on end.

The Tomb Raider series is one of the most famous in gaming. We’ve seen Lara Croft take on various ancient traps and evils to learn the truths of the world. To date, there are dozens of titles in the series. Here is our list of the best Tomb Raider games.

Editors’ note: this article excludes mobile titles.

It’s no stretch to say Solo Leveling is one of, if not the, biggest anime of the winter 2024 Anime Season. Between its stellar animation, gripping plot, and notable tweaks to the usual Shonen action framework, there’s more than enough to entice the majority of anime fans.

Only bolstering all this is the terrific English Dub, and we got the chance to sit down with the English ADR Director Caitlin Glass and Sung Jinwoo Voice Actor Aleks Le to talk about the dubbing process for Solo Leveling. Both had plenty to say in terms of the show’s popularity, the opportunities dubbing presents, and how they would sell it to anyone who hasn’t hopped aboard the bandwagon.

Whether you’re eager to dive back into the world of Fable or are dying to know what happens next in Senua’s journey, there’s something for gamers of all genre preferences to get hyped about this year. We’re here to help clear up any uncertainty, with this list of all Xbox Exclusives releasing in 2024.

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2

May 21, 2024

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 might very well be the biggest exclusive release on Xbox in 2024, and not just because of the limited field of competitors. Continuing the saga of the haunted Senua, this sequel appears primed to take players through even more harrowing challenges, both material and mental.

Hazbin Hotel is easily one of the hottest animated shows around right now, and that’s largely thanks to its catchy music numbers. From a ballad of two sinners banding together in their misery to a rousing call to action by the Princess of Hell, the show has something for just about everybody.

But then, as is usually the case, there are some songs which stand out as the best while others feel like less impressive attempts. Even if they’re not bad, the latter just don’t hold up or stick in your brain the way the series’ best ditties do.

A key part of what makes Jujutsu Kaisen so fun to watch is its Cursed Technique system. Filled to bursting with inventive ideas and powers for its characters to utilize, it allows for many a creative twist on the usual Shonen framework.

It’s little surprise, then, that fans have wasted no time in speculating about what Cursed Techniques they would have if they were in the show’s universe. Some fancy themselves capable of wielding Gojo’s Six Eyes and Limitless, while others believe they’d be host to Todo’s Boogie Woogie.

If I’m being honest, it seems like a moot point to hype up Final Fantasy VII Rebirth any further.

Only a few weeks out from release, the long awaited sequel to Final Fantasy VII Remake has more than enough going for it. Square Enix has had no qualms about building anticipation prior to the release, with a myriad of trailers showing off its expansive new locales and the wealth of adventures that await players.

Tekken 8 marks a new high point for the series, and fans are already clamoring for additional DLC characters to be added. Some are calling for crossover characters like Tifa Lockhart, while others are eager to see the return of long-gone favorites to the roster.

Those latter fighters are the ones we’re dying to see most, and a few in particular are at the top of our list. As such, we’ve compiled them in this totally serious list of the 8 Tekken characters who should finally return as Tekken 8 DLC characters.

Tekken 8 on PS5

When it comes to climates Tekken 8 could find itself launching in, few could be better or worse than the current one.

On one hand, it’s one of the best periods for fighting games in recent memory. Street Fighter 6 brought with it several notable innovations and advancements for the genre, and other series like King of Fighters have followed suit to drive the franchise toward new heights. On the other hand, this also means the competition has never been fiercer among fighting game franchises. Most every franchise is firing on all cylinders, and failure to innovate could spell disaster.

The Yakuza and Like a Dragon franchise is one bursting with exceptional titles. From creative off-shoots to climactic conclusions for long-running sagas, the series has seen more innovation and creativity than most any of its contemporaries.

And yet, with so many titles in the series, there’s undeniably a hierarchy of quality. So join us as we rank every Yakuza and Like a Dragon game from fine to phenomenal.