Here's a look at gameplay from Where Winds Meet, an open-world action-adventure RPG set in the turbulent era of tenth-century China, launching on November 14! | IGN

As Japan's hot spots feel the squeeze, Yamagata Prefecture offers a quieter alternative with mountain temples and onsen towns rich in tradition. In winter, Mount Zao's slopes transform under layers of ice into the striking juhyō—"snow monsters" shaped by wind and frost—creating a signature sight of the region. Looking for your next adventure? Our global editors picked the world's 25 most exciting travel experiences for the year ahead: https://on.natgeo.com/4hQFezl | National Geographic