I have found myself deeply troubled sinceit was revealed that there is a single developer at Arrowhead tugging at the strings of Helldivers 2’s Galactic War. Joel, an Arrowhead employee with the job title of Game Master, reacts to what’s going on in the galaxy in real time – apparently, even in the middle of the night. Joel will make your mission more difficult by buffing your enemies, if he feels like you’re having too easy a time....

The world ofThe Witcheris filled with wonderful, magical things that make it one of the most popular series in games, books, and TV, although maybe not the last one as much as the other two. You don’t need to rely on its media alone to celebrate your fandom of Geralt and his supporting cast, though. There’s a lot of Witcher merch that matches the quality of its games, and the latest addition to that collection is a very limited edition Place of Power statue....

Quick Links Monopoly Gois essentially a game of luck and strategy. Even though you have no control over the outcome of your dice rolls and which tile you land upon, the game still has certain features that allow you to strategically shape your destiny. Among these is an interesting mechanic called theDice Multiplier. The Dice Multiplier is an on-demand booster mechanic that is a great way to increase your payouts. It’s such a small feature, but it affects everything from the rent you collect to the points earned at events and tournaments....

Every few weeks, a new remake or remaster comes out. Sometimes these offer a minor polish on a fairly recent game, likeThe Last of Us Part 2. Sometimes they rebuild the original into something that keeps the tone and plot, but elevates the experience, likeResident Evil 4. And sometimes you get theTomb Raider Remastered Trilogy. I’ve been playing the trilogy for the past week and a bit, enough time for it to make me ponder the idea of remasters as a whole....

Quick Links Fishing can be exhausting inStardew Valley, especially if you are using a simple rod and no bait. Still, there is a lot to be caught, including a few varieties of Jelly! Added in the 1.6 update of the game, Jellies provide a helpful buff when consumed. In this guide, we are going to take a look at all you need to know about fishing Jelly. This will include the varieties, as well as what you can do with this material....

Quick Links InDragon’s Dogma 2, the world is expansive and filled with opportunities to keep you engaged at every turn. From hidden locations and dungeons to chests and characters offering quests, there’s something to discover in every corner. This approach makes exploration feel incredibly rewarding and actively encourages it, particularly when it comes to quests. Since quests in this game aren’t indicated by obvious markers like exclamation points over characters' heads, you’ll need to approach every character you encounter in towns or in the world and interact with them to see if they have a quest for you....

Quick Links Who doesn’t love a good bow? No matter what class you’re playing: fighter, ranger, or rogue, a bow will never let you down.Baldur’s Gate 3is no stranger to high-quality weapons and whether you’re a long-range archer, a dual-wielding axe maniac, or a fireball-casting wizard, the world of Faerûn is fantastic at providing the right tools and equipment for your adventures. Gontr Maelis one of the strongest bows you can get your hands on....

After decades of mostly mediocre, and often terrible, TV and movie adaptations of video games, a handful of success stories have led to them becoming the hottest ticket in town. Some have been unmitigated hits, likeThe Last Of Us, while others, likeHalo, maybe not so much. Hey, I’m assured season two is a lot better, and maybe one day I’ll find out for sure.Falloutis next on the video game adaptation agenda, andXboxhas launched a new controller to mark the occasion....

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirthis a great game. Partly because it’s weird. It’s unabashedly strange, and it’s not afraid to show it. Which is all well and good, but this also opens the door for plenty of bits where players can’t help wondering why something that’s happening canpossiblybe happening. We’ve picked eight of our favorite examples, but we’re sure you can think of more. Maybe you’ve already thought of all these, too, but if nothing else, you’ll know you aren’t alone....

It’s hard to get Terry Pratchett adaptations right. Imagine reading a Discworld book and trying to make it a film or TV series, for instance. Many have, andmany have failed. If I were tasked with such a monumental opportunity, I’d start with a story. Pick an arc: probably the City Watch despite the numerous poor adaptations in existence already, but shoutouts to Mort, the Witches novels, and even the Industrial Revolution series could work well....

Wulbren Bongle is the absolute worst person to ever walk the face of Faerûn. Or the pits of Faerûn, for that matter, since he was haunting the Underdark before he came to the surface. Of course, that might be the least controversialBaldur’s Gate 3opinion out there, as the deep gnome isoften named the most hated character in the game. Now, some players have taken this hate to a new level. Wulbren Bongle anti-fans are being invited to join a community dedicated to their hatred for the guy, in the form of a new subreddit fittingly titled r/f*ckwulbrenbongle....

Baldur’s Gate 3andMarvel’s Spider-Man 2are both up for an award again, following arivalry between their fanbases at The Game Awards. Both games are up for BAFTA’s EE Players' Choice Award, which, like TGA’s Players' Voice category, is decided by the audience. The games are nominated alongsideThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom,Cyberpunk 2077,Fortnite, andLethal Company. This is a wide range of games to take the top spots, as only four were actually released in 2023, and of those four, Lethal Company is still in early access....

Quick Links Archaelundis a game that caters to old-school RPG enthusiasts. The game provides a first-person atmosphere and requires you to win isometric-style battles on grids using your tactical skills. However, the game doesn’t start easily as your party members are attacked by pirates and washed ashore in an unknown place. As a player, you step into an unfamiliar world. Initially, the game’s combat system, traits, stats, and talents may seem complex....