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Fishing is one of the trickier mechanics in Stardew Valley, often taking new players a great deal of time and practice to master. Whether trying to cook dishes in the kitchen or complete the community center, plenty of farmers have spent far too long trying waiting for a bite, only for the fish to slip away. View the full article

Games will often have some feature or minigame to take the edge off their gameplay. Final Fantasy 7 has terrorism, identity crises, and an impending apocalypse, but that isn’t going to stop players from breeding the right Chocobo to win the races at the Gold Saucer. Even Silent Hill 2 could reveal the cursed town's latent evil was caused by a dog working an old-timey mechanical console. View the full article

Dungeons & Dragons is one of the most iconic tabletop RPGs ever created, offering players the chance to experience unique stories in medieval fantasy settings. However, to do so, it's essential for the Dungeon Master, who is responsible for narrating the story, to fulfill their role by combining rule knowledge with improvisation to deliver outstanding storytelling. This can be a little daunting for newcomers. View the full article

The Going Merry was the first ship of the Straw Hat Pirates and one that has etched its name in One Piece history over the years. Crafted by none other than Merry as a caraval, fans know the Going Merry to be a beloved part of the family, despite being just a ship. The Going Merry took Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates to the Grand Line, starting its journey from Syrup Village in the East Blue. One of the biggest things that the Going Merry is remembered for is its brave sacrifice in Enies Lobby. View the full article

Elden Ring developer FromSoftware has shed light on the latest sales figures of the action RPG, which sit at more than 28 million copies sold. Since releasing in 2022, Elden Ring has already received a highly rated DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, with another game set in its universe coming in the near future. View the full article

Xbox Game Pass is firmly established as gaming's definitive subscription service, a reputation built upon years of goodwill. Each month, Microsoft adds a few games to the service, ensuring subscribers always have something new to check out. While slightly overshadowed by its console counterpart, PC Game Pass is a great option for people who prefer to play on a computer rather than an Xbox. View the full article

Optimus Prime is one of the most iconic characters from the Transformers franchise. As the leader of the Autobots, Optimus Prime is beloved by the heroes of the series because of his heroic loyalty towards his allies, and his kind and empathetic approach to leadership. View the full article

Deadpool & Wolverine officially introduced the Merc with a Mouth into the Marvel Cinematic Universe after many years of fans demanding to see it. Ryan Reynolds managed to maintain the essence of Deadpool that audiences had been to see again, and they told an enjoyable story that led to the movie's success. View the full article

Silos are an essential building to have on any Stardew Valley farm. These tall, 3x3 structures are used to store hay, which is a vital material for any farmer who chooses to raise animals. Without a silo, players may struggle to keep their cows and chickens fed and happy, especially in the wintertime. View the full article

Unreal Engine is one of the premier gaming engines that has powered some of the best games for well over two decades. It was initially made for the FPS game Unreal, but as other developers saw its potential, it was swiftly sourced out. View the full article

Gojo Satoru, the face of JJK, was quite easily one of the most powerful characters in the story. Fans were introduced to Gojo right at the very beginning and he was openly declared to be the strongest. Gojo's words were taken quite seriously by the fans after his display against Jogo was displayed, and he was overwhelmingly dominant. His skill was absolutely impeccable and there is absolutely no denying the fact that he was a generational genius the likes of which could only be seen once a thousand years or so. View the full article

The possibilities are almost endless in The Sims 4 for how players want their Sims to live. They can experience unique jobs, life events, and relationships while building their Sims' lifestyles and personalities View the full article

A Marvel Rivals player did the unexpected and won a match with a team full of Strategists. Like other hero shooters, Marvel Rivals divides its playable characters into classes. Strategists act as the game's support and have the task of protecting their allies' health bar with their abilities, but they often lack the health and damage to survive without protection. View the full article

An Animal Crossing fan in mourning over the recent loss of their beloved pet cat has added her as a villager to two different games, making for a heartwarming tribute. While Animal Crossing: New Horizons and New Leaf don’t include the functionality to add in new non-human villagers, this player used some clever tools to give their cat a couple of chances at a virtual life. View the full article

There's no denying that the Green Rangers in Power Rangers have a unique presence. Take, for example, Tommy Oliver’s spectacular debut as a brainwashed Green Ranger in Mighty Morphins, to Izzy Garcia’s trailblazing role in Dino Fury. In short, these Rangers have always personified immense power, intrigue, and a dash of attitude. View the full article

Strands is here to bend your mind and give you a big challenge to start your day. In order to win, you will need to figure out the theme from the one clue you get and find all seven words in the letter grid that match that theme. View the full article

Microsoft’s Game Pass service is easily worth the price of admission. Many might balk at the concept of having their video game library locked behind a subscription service, but the fact is subscribers get access to an incredible selection of titles spanning from indie darlings to triple-A blockbusters for a surprisingly affordable monthly fee. View the full article

A clever Baldur's Gate 3 player online has discovered that weapons can be dipped on any companion with the "Burning" status effect for extra damage. This Baldur's Gate 3 detail adds tons of complexity to combat in the game, as players could find many ways to use this to their advantage. View the full article

Throughout the story of One Piece, Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates have taught the audience the importance of “found” family, and how blood isn’t always thicker than water. However, despite the characters being content with their new families, many fans have often wondered about the mysterious origins that many of the Straw Hat Pirates have. With characters like Luffy having incredibly notorious parents, Garp and Dragon, or Usopp’s father being Yasopp of the Red Hair Pirates, many have speculated who the parents of the other One Piece Straw Hats could be. …

Tag-team fighting games are the harder types of fighting games for a broader audience to invest in. It’s challenging enough to learn one character, but learning multiple fighters simultaneously is stress-inducing. This doesn’t include the opponent having different fighters, relying on the player to remain cautious around the active fighter and support assists. View the full article

At the 2024 Game Awards, Bandai Namco Entertainment and FromSoftware surprised gamers everywhere with the announcement of an Elden Ring spin-off coming in 2025. Dubbed Elden Ring Nightreign, this new action RPG combines the Soulslike formula with a fast-paced survival roguelite structure that emphasizes, but doesn't require, three-player co-op. This dramatic departure from the regular Elden Ring caught many fans by surprise, but Elden Ring Nightreign was never meant to be a typical FromSoftware title. Regardless of how well it executes its ideas, it brings many new things to the table. …

According to a survey sent to World of Warcraft players, Blizzard is considering changing Mythic+ Dungeons to using a death counter instead of timers, similar to how Delves are currently handled. The new World of Warcraft survey was made to gauge player interest in potential Mythic+ Dungeon changes, though any changes made would not happen until the current season has concluded. View the full article

Just like RPG mechanics like skill trees and dialogue choices, the open-world structure has started to evolve and seep into other video game genres. Now, action-adventure games will often drop players into an open area that isn't quite a fully-fledged open-world, but does still offer a large map to explore, side quests to complete, and collectibles to find. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is one such game. View the full article

The horror genre continues to impress audiences with eerie stories about nuns knocking on the front door of a mysterious man's house, an FBI agent trying to figure out a fascinating case, and a woman taking a strange drug in order to stay youthful and beautiful. Heretic, Longlegs, and The Substance were some of the past year's wildest and most beloved horror movies. But there's a popular franchise that I'm also thinking about, and that's Final Destination. View the full article

In 2025, Monster Hunter will embark on a brand-new and exciting adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds, one of the most innovative and ambitious Monster Hunter titles yet. With traditional elements and plenty of fresh and accessible features to boot, Monster Hunter Wilds is primed to attract both veterans and newcomers for a reception that has the potential to rival Monster Hunter: World's. View the full article