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Of the six classes currently available in Path of Exile 2, Mercenary leveling is one of the easiest. While some classes struggle with hordes and can get overwhelmed, or have to stay in melee range to remain effective, Mercenaries have tools available to deal with just about every combat situation. View the full article

The eternal struggle of good versus evil spans centuries in the Castlevania universe. From the Belmont family of hunters to Alucard, there have been a lot of heroes to contend with the Prince of Darkness himself: Dracula. As a result, there have been a multitude of Castlevania games with sequels and prequels alike, and a rather convoluted, confusing timeline. View the full article

Infinity Nikki is centered around collecting outfits: some help Nikki defeat other stylists in contests, complete her compendium, or simply take great photos. Others grant her special powers that assist with material collection for use in other outfits, exploration, and combat: these are called Ability Outfits. Players are given one to start with and can unlock the rest via tutorials and progressing the main story. These outfits are all critical to exploring Miraland, but some are more useful often than others. View the full article

There are quite a few quests in Path of Exile 2, but some aren't obvious or aren't added to your quest log at all. This is the case with the Golden Idols Path of Exile 2 players can collect throughout Act 3. These items are labeled as Quest Items, but don't exactly act like one. View the full article

Even though it is still likely a few years away, The Elder Scrolls 6 has a lot riding on its shoulders. Bethesda's follow up to its massively successful and perpetually popular predecessor, TES5: Skyrim, has remained on the minds of the many fans who are eagerly awaiting the next installment of the studio's flagship RPG franchise. And the longer the wait goes on, the more The Elder Scrolls 6 remains the subject of much speculation about how precisely Bethesda aims to deliver a title that will honor the series' legacy and fulfill players' considerable expectations. …

An expected part of any Atlus game is a diverse cast of characters that players will grow to know over the course of the game, and Metaphor: ReFantazio is no different. Building bonds with the protagonist's Followers is a core part of Metaphor: ReFantazio—much like the Social Link mechanic of the Persona series before it—allowing players to get to know the game's cast on a deeper level. While Metaphor does a great job of fleshing out these Followers, one in particular feels strangely reminiscent of another Atlus IP. View the full article

World of Warcraft is making big changes to the Hunter class in Patch 11.1, with pets being able to change specializations, Beast Mastery giving players the option to only use one pet, and Marksmanship losing their pet altogether. Assuming none of these adjustments are tweaked in response to fan feedback beforehand, Hunters in World of Warcraft will see these changes in Patch 11.1, likely some time in February. View the full article

At 96%, Andor has one of the highest Rotten Tomatoes scores of any Star Wars live-action TV show, but a new report has revealed it also has one of the highest budgets. View the full article

A special glitchy horse edition of Game Fails. View the full article

Jujutsu Kaisen’s epilogue chapter was recently revealed with the release of the final volume of the series, and it is safe to say that it added quite a bit to the already exciting ending. Fans got a 16-page epilogue that focused on multiple characters, such as Ozawa, Nobara, Panda, and of course, even the likes of Sukuna. Gege surprised readers with the final volume, and it is safe to say that it certainly elevated certain parts of the story, while raising more intrigue about others. View the full article

Although horror enthusiasts heard back in 2022 that there would be a Friday the 13th prequel TV series called Crystal Lake, slasher fans have been hoping to find out when they can see the infamous villain Jason Voorhies again. But now, as JoBlo reported, the showrunner has shared a brief update. View the full article

The Dead Space franchise could have a tough road ahead of it, as original creator and director Glen Schofield recently confirmed that EA rejected a pitch for a fourth mainline game. Since the first game released in 2008, Dead Space and its successors have gained a reputation as being some of the best horror titles of the 21st century. After the first game was remade and launched last year, many longtime fans were hoping that interest in the franchise had been reignited, but that appears to not be the case. View the full article

The 2024 update to Dungeons and Dragons 5e has seemingly come with intentions of maintaining the existing system against mostly minor tweaks, but the general direction of its adjustments veer towards a clear vision for the game's future. Despite familiar core systems that aren't altered enough to justify a new edition entirely, the layers of depth added to magic in particular already have the potential to define this era. The reliance on this side of Dungeons and Dragons has become a mounting criticism, but continuing to embrace new spell offerings and expand on the fantastical could be turned into a strength as time passes. …

In case it isn't clear from the premise or the story itself, pirates are the central faction of the entire One Piece series. The narrative follows the Straw Hats but every single pirate crew in the series functions around the same parameters, with each character filling a certain niche or specialization within it. Without the inclusion of these characters to fit their roles, a pirate crew wouldn't be the same. View the full article

According to the latest leaks, Nintendo may be revealing the Switch 2 console on Wednesday, January 8. Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 is in development and that the console will be unveiled within the next few months, but it has not provided an exact reveal date. View the full article

Strong Female heroes in games are abundant, but what about Female Villains? Here's where we separate simple sidekicks from real life-threatening entities that are considered some of the most dangerous beings in the gaming universe. Some of them prefer a more subtle approach, while others represent the embodiment of feminity and power, stepping over the male protagonists as if they were mere toys to play with. View the full article

A player takes a lucky bounce in Trackmania and more accidental wins. View the full article

The Gojo clan is one of the big three families in the world of JJK. Having been introduced quite early into the story, fans were left disappointed when, even after the conclusion, they did not know much about the functioning of this clan, and its members. View the full article

A player gets a very lucky bounce during a stunt course in Grand Theft Auto and more accidental wins. View the full article

Ethereals are getting a big facelift in World of Warcraft Patch 11.1, with players datamining dozens of new models for the mummy-like energy beings. While this only proves that the Ethereals will be playing some kind of role in World of Warcraft in the near future, some fans are hoping it means they could eventually become an allied race at some point during the Worldsoul Saga. View the full article

In terms of flexibility in gaming, no other platform can match the PC. The hardware comes with many advantages for those who can overcome the often-daunting price of setting up a computer. As a bonus, while consoles require a subscription fee for online gaming, the majority of PC games can be played online without any additional cost. Regardless, many people find the most enjoyment in offline PC games. View the full article

HBO's new science fiction series Dune: Prophecy has wrapped up its first season, already being greenlit for a second. Heading into the final episode, tension at court has ramped up. Emperor Javicco Corrino (Mark Strong) seems fully committed to following the advice of soldier Desmond Hart (Travis Fimmel), abandoning his previous reliance on the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood. Seeing Javicco slipping, Mother Superior Valya Harkonnen (Emily Watson) turns to Sister Francesca, a Bene Gesserit and Javicco's former lover. Francesca's presence shakes everything up as Season 1 of Dune: Prophecy concludes. …

The Team-Up feature in Marvel Rivals provides the 6v6 hero shooter with some of its most thrilling opportunities mid-match. Ultimates may be where a lot of characters demonstrate how overpowered they can be, but a team synergy composed of Heroes who are collaborating with one another can be what secures most points and earns them the victory. Some characters don’t receive an additional ability during their Team-Up and simply provide it to other characters, so of course it is situational and not everyone will want to play a certain character if only to activate that niche power-up. …

An Animal Crossing: New Horizons player has recreated the iconic shower scene from Chris Columbus’ 1992 Christmas movie Home Alone 2: Lost in New York. The scene in question features Macaulay Culkin’s Kevin McCallister fooling Tim Curry’s Mr. Hector into thinking the boy’s father is showering with music playing in the background, instead of staying in the lavish Plaza Hotel himself. New Horizons’ slew of cosmetics and expressive avatars are varied enough to recreate several pop culture scenes with added comical value. View the full article

Pokemon Pocket brings the excitement of collecting and playing Pokemon cards into the digital realm, successfully capturing key elements of the physical trading card game. One standout feature it replicates is the Paralyzed effect, which only a select few Pokemon can use. While Pokemon Pocket applies the Paralysis condition with slight modifications, the core mechanics remain unchanged. For a detailed breakdown of this Special Condition, including how it works, how to cure it, and tips for building a deck around it, keep reading our comprehensive guide. …