Ashlee Manalang

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Film Writer at High on Films

TV and Film Writer at TVOvermind

Global Rights Advocate and Writer at Medium

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Death Stranding 2 Cuts Deeper Than the First Ever Dared To

2 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Death Stranding 2: On the Beach starts strong, making it clear that it is not just a sequel but a reckoning. The sequel builds on grief, isolation, and connection from the first game and makes those feelings hit harder under Kojima’s vision. It ends up as a story that holds nothing back. This game doesn’t just bring back old feelings. It hits harder from the early gut punch to the quiet pain each character carries. How Does Death Shape Connection in This Sequel?
Horizon 3 Is Almost Definitely Continuing One of the Series’ Most Controversial Features

2 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 26, 2025, 7:39 amNanotech quietly grew into a divisive hallmark of the Horizon series, and Horizon 3 is ready to take it further. Zero Dawn based its machine designs on realistic animal models and believable post-apocalyptic tech, but Forbidden West turned things upside down with the introduction of the Far Zeniths.
SCUM 1.0: How to Make an Improvised Courier Backpack

3 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 25, 2025, 7:13 amOne of the first steps to lasting longer in SCUM 1.0 is to expand your storage, and building the Improvised Courier Backpack makes that simple. The game leaves out some details, so new players could overlook key mechanics like Vicinity that are important for crafting. This means that if you wander off or don’t drag them into your hands or clothing slots (like pockets or holsters), you risk leaving behind essential materials without realizing it.
SCUM 1.0: How to Start a Fire

3 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 25, 2025, 7:00 amSCUM 1.0 survival demands more than avoiding risks and gathering supplies. It’s about owning the little details. One of the most important skills people usually underestimate is how to start a fire. It might sound simple, but unless you’ve done it before, it’s easy to waste time and resources trying to figure it out. And with hunger and thirst draining fast, that time can cost you your life. How To Start a Fire In SCUM?
Switch 1 & 2 Cartridges Aren’t as Safe as You Think

3 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Many gamers and collectors trust physical game cartridges as the best way to own and preserve their games. Cartridges give you a physical piece of gaming history that you can hold and play anytime, unlike digital copies locked to accounts or servers. But recent insights have revealed that these cartridges, especially for Nintendo Switch, 3DS, and PlayStation Vita, aren’t as indestructible as many believed.
You’ll Never Guess Which BG3 Achievement Only 2.4% of Players Have

3 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 25, 2025, 6:36 amBaldur’s Gate 3 features heroic feats, tough calls, and fierce battles, so it’s odd that the rarest achievement isn’t linked to beating Honour Mode or slaying a god. But no, the crown ends up on something unexpectedly quiet: Busker. It’s the one you get for performing music and collecting 100 gold from passersby. From the outside, it appears easy. You only have to perform before a crowd, succeed on Performance rolls, and pick up the coins NPCs give you.
Clair Obscur’s Great Trick Was Making Us Think It Had One Protagonist

5 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 23, 2025, 5:33 amThe story of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is divided between Gustave, Verso, and Maelle rather than resting on a single protagonist. The way the game unfolds intentionally challenges players to rethink what a “main character” even means. Traditional RPGs tend to have one clear lead, but this game hands that role off from act to act, making the meaning of the journey itself something to argue about when it’s over. Is Gustave the Obvious Choice—or Just the First One?
Tomodachi Life Is Getting a Sequel, but Good Luck Finding the 3DS Version for Less Than $100

5 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

The Nintendo 3DS is off the shelves, but Tomodachi Life isn’t fading away. What started as a silly, budget-friendly social sim with customizable Miis is now one of the priciest used games on the 3DS. Despite being around for over ten years, the price has only gone up. Why Is Tomodachi Life So Expensive Now? Nintendo’s shutdown of the 3DS eShop in 2023 cut off digital downloads, pushing Tomodachi Life and plenty of other 3DS games into rare status.
Devs Think Ciri Haters Will Come Around Once They Play Witcher 4

5 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Fans are divided after CD Projekt Red revealed Ciri as the star of The Witcher 4. While some players are excited about this new direction, others remain skeptical or openly critical. In response, Jan Hermanowicz and other CDPR developers are asking the community not to rush to judgment before experiencing the game firsthand. Hermanowicz points out that players need to play the game themselves to understand Ciri’s character and story truly.
Another Clue Just Surfaced for the Black Flag Remake Everyone’s Expecting

5 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 23, 2025, 12:58 amUbisoft hasn’t confirmed anything yet, but the evidence keeps building that the Black Flag remake isn’t just a rumor. Recent updates from developers, hints dropped by partners, and increased activity on Steam’s backend all suggest that Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is gearing up for a comeback, and it looks like it’s happening pretty soon. What’s Going On Behind the Scenes?