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’s ESRB Rating Is as Brutal and Kojima-Coded as It Gets

5 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Before its June 26, 2025 release on PS5, the ESRB rating for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach shows just how violent and mature the game will be. Following Kojima’s trademark approach, the game mixes strange storytelling, strong emotional beats, and a lot of graphic content. The ESRB rated the game Mature (M) for its content. Why Is Death Stranding 2 Rated Mature by the ESRB? The game shows realistic blood and gore with characters suffering serious injuries like dismemberment and burning.
Battlefield 6’s Class Setup Has Potential, But the Meta Is Killing It

6 days ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: Jun 02, 2025, 2:03 amBattlefield 6 aims high by bringing back the classic class system while adding modern gameplay flexibility. As intended, this return to form looked like a much-needed course correction after Battlefield 2042’s Specialist system stirred up so much debate. DICE revived the well-known four-class system—Assault, Engineer, Support, and Recon—and added customization layers with Signature Traits and Gadgets.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Doesn’t Need Another Mario, It Needs Another Splatoon

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Nintendo built its legacy on big names like Mario, Zelda, and Pokémon, but for the Switch 2 to feel like a true generational leap, it needs to move past relying on those and start taking bold new risks. The first Splatoon on Wii U came across as new, quirky, and exciting in ways that surprised even the most dedicated fans. Nearly a decade later, the Switch 2's launch lineup lacks that very same vibe. So far, Nintendo's next-gen rollout feels safe.
After Veilguard, Dragon Age Can’t Afford Another Identity Crisis

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: May 30, 2025, 6:37 amDragon Age: The Veilguard was supposed to be BioWare’s big comeback. What fans got instead felt like a confused project caught between a rebrand and a reboot. After ten years in the making, the final Dragon Age left more confusion than clarity about its identity. If the series is going to survive, it can’t keep losing itself. Why Did Dragon Age: The Veilguard Feel So Disconnected from the Series? Veilguard’s biggest problem is that it doesn’t feel like Dragon Age.
Is The Switch 2 Able To Compete Against The Xbox Series & PS5?

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Nintendo’s not playing catch-up in 2025 anymore. The Switch 2 doesn’t rival the PS5 or Xbox Series X in raw specs, but it’s shifting the expectations for modern gaming systems. This is a new way to play, share, and experience games, whether on the go or at home. Switch 2 vs Xbox Series X vs PS5 Hardware Performance: Which Is Better? Hardware-wise, the Switch 2 features a custom Nvidia Ampere-based chip and 12GB of LPDDR5X memory.
Exploring the Online Services and Multiplayer Features of the Switch 2

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

The Nintendo Switch 2 is more than a hardware upgrade because it takes Nintendo into a new era of connectivity and social gaming. With major improvements to its online features, multiplayer support, and hybrid functionality, this console brings something fresh to the table while still respecting its roots. Here’s a closer look at how the Switch 2 is changing the way players connect, communicate, and play together. What Is Nintendo Switch 2 GameChat?
How Nintendo’s Online Subscription Model Evolves with the Switch 2

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

The Nintendo Switch 2 upgrades the hardware and overhauls the entire Nintendo Switch Online system. All NSO benefits continue as before, with new console players getting exclusive features to boost social, immersive, and rewarding online experiences. The core of this upgrade is GameChat, a built-in voice and video tool that enables users to chat, share screens, and video call friends directly from the console.
This Switch 2 Change Could Be the Final Blow for Physical Games

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: May 29, 2025, 7:11 amNintendo Switch 2 is one of the most awaited console launches recently, but the new game-key cards have caused serious debate among longtime fans. These red cartridges resemble regular game carts, but most don’t actually store any game data. They serve as a physical license that grants access to a digital download when inserted into the system. After that, the card must still be inserted to play, but the game itself lives entirely on your console’s storage.
This Might Be the Most Ambitious Elder Scrolls Mod Ever Made

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Remasters and re-releases flood the market, but one fan project goes further by rebuilding a whole game inside a different game’s engine. The project called Skywind has been in the works for a decade and will rebuild The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind using the Skyrim: Special Edition engine. Thanks to the 2025 update, it’s fair to call this the most ambitious Elder Scrolls mod yet. Why Does Morrowind Deserve a Full Rebuild? For longtime Elder Scrolls fans, Morrowind holds a special place.
The Industry’s Gold Standard Has No Successor in Sight

1 week ago | gfinityesports.com | Ashlee Manalang

Published: May 28, 2025, 4:46 amIt’s been close to two years since Baldur’s Gate 3 dropped, yet nothing has come close to replacing it. This game went beyond success and rewrote the rules for the RPG genre. The team built BG3 with years of care and a strong belief in their vision. They released it without cash grabs, such as battle passes or mandatory online access. BG3 managed to do the near-impossible today: provide a polished, narrative-heavy game that respects its audience.