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Elder Scrolls 6 release date estimate, trailers, and latest news

Elder Scrolls 6 release date estimate, trailers, and latest news

When is the Elder Scrolls 6 release date? The next installment of Bethesda's critically acclaimed RPG series has been a long time coming. Over half a decade ago, we had our first official look at the game courtesy of a short teaser trailer, and we've been keeping a close eye on the latest developments at Bethesda ever since.

We might have been spoilt by the likes of Skyrim and Oblivion already, but we're more than ready to get stuck into a new iteration of the Elder Scrolls universe. The series has produced some of the best PC games ever made, and we hope Elder Scrolls 6 will follow suit. Bethesda director Todd Howard says we'll be sinking our teeth in the Elder Scrolls 6's gameplay "for a decade at least." Here's everything we know about when Elder Scrolls 6 is coming out, including its potential setting, gameplay features, and expectations for when it'll arrive.

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Delta Force Hawk Ops alpha dates

Delta Force Hawk Ops alpha dates

When is the next Delta Force alpha? The beloved Delta Force series is back with Delta Force, a new free-to-play title in the series. Deemed the "next generation of Delta Force", and previously titled Delta Force: Hawk Ops, the upcoming game combines classic campaigns with new ones, as well as a range of multiplayer modes.

The Delta Force release date is still a way away, but that doesn't mean you can't get a look at the latest installment in the classic FPS game series before then. Despite still being in the alpha stage of development, developer Team Jade is inviting some players to try out the free PC game already. Read on to find out how to get your hands on the latest Delta Force Hawk Ops playtest.

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Best Metroidvania games to play in 2024

Best Metroidvania games to play in 2024

What are the best Metroidvania games on PC? With mechanics that have spread to all genres, few games beat a sprawling Metroidvania. Mostly 2D with some straightforward combat, tricky platforming, and light RPG mechanics, a Metroidvania demands you use all the abilities at your disposal to explore castles, alien-infested planets, whimsical forests, and so on.

Nintendo’s Super Metroid and Konami’s Castlevania: Symphony of the Night popularized the Metroidvania, but the genre has come into its own since these inaugural titles. While many of the best Metroidvania PC games try to recapture the spirit of their forebears, others expand into new territories by incorporating mechanics from pinball and soulslikes. The result is a dynamic genre that offers a wealth of familiar and fresh experiences - some recent, many of them cheap, and a few of them some of the best PC games ever made.

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Delta Force Hawk Ops release date window, gameplay, and news

Delta Force Hawk Ops release date window, gameplay, and news

When is the Delta Force Hawk Ops release date? The Delta Force series was introduced back in 1998, establishing a foothold in the tactical shooter genre for the following decade. Much to the dismay of fans, the series disappeared, but it has returned 15 years later with a new look, a new developer, and new game modes, all while reinventing the fan-favorite Delta Force: Black Hawk Down.

As we wait patiently for the FPS game, we're being kept up-to-date with dev diaries, trailers, and the Delta Force Hawk Ops alpha playtest. While we know all the Delta Force Hawk Ops operators, and some maps coming at launch, we all want to know when we can expect the Delta Force release date.

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FF14 server status and maintenance times - is FFXIV down?

FF14 server status and maintenance times - is FFXIV down?

Is FF14 down? If you can’t log on to FF14 or access your character, it might be due to ongoing maintenance or server issues. Before worrying about any problems with your game, you’ll want to check the FF14 server status and currently scheduled maintenance times below to see if the MMO is offline.

If you can’t log into FF14, it’s typically because of planned maintenance. The critically acclaimed MMORPG occasionally schedules downtime to implement patches, updates, and other hotfixes or to perform maintenance on the game’s servers. Developer Square Enix usually announces these well ahead of time, so be sure to read on and see when future maintenance times are planned.

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Delta Force Hawk Ops Twitch drops and how to claim

Delta Force Hawk Ops Twitch drops and how to claim

How do you get Delta Force Hawk Ops Twitch drops? The iconic FPS series is back after a long hiatus, and following a change of developer and a 15-year wait, we can't wait to see how the Delta Force series has evolved in Hawk Ops.

Ahead of the Delta Force Hawk Ops release date, a PC alpha is taking place, giving lucky players the chance to get their hands on an early build of the multiplayer game. Gaining access via Twitch is now not possible, but you can always request access through the Delta Force Hawk Ops Steam page and cross your fingers.

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Lovecraftian survival horror Edge of Sanity gets an apt release date

Lovecraftian survival horror Edge of Sanity gets an apt release date

If keeping just yourself alive in the Alaskan wilderness sounds tough, try having to keep several people alive all while fending off psychosis and Lovecraftian monsters. Sounds like a handful, right? That’s the kind of high pressure situation horror survival game Edge of Sanity throws at you, and it’s just had its release date locked in.

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Black Myth Wukong drops nearly two million players in several hours

Black Myth Wukong drops nearly two million players in several hours

Black Myth: Wukong launched earlier today, adapting the classic story of Journey to the West to a soulslike action game in the style of Lies of P, Elden Ring, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, and Lords of the Fallen. The game, created by Chinese studio Game Science, has been highly anticipated in the years since it was first announced, and that anticipation has paid off with an absolutely enormous player base. Still, the gargantuan player count that it attracted on PC recently decreased by a huge amount, demonstrating the impact of time zones and audience demographics on Steam's charts.

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The new Dying Light game is completely free, for some people

The new Dying Light game is completely free, for some people

I don’t know about you but one of my purest joys in gaming is leaping over stuff. From Mirror’s Edge to Dying Light, mantling and running and jumping and landing is always brilliant and is something gaming absolutely nails. That’s why I’m looking forward to the newly-announced standalone entry in the latter series; Dying Light The Beast. If you’re looking forward to it too then there’s good news - you may be able to get the game for the grand price of nothing.

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Overwatch 2 and WoW are finally together in our dream collaboration

Overwatch 2 and WoW are finally together in our dream collaboration

Overwatch 2 hasn't had nearly the impact of its predecessor so far, but that doesn't mean its creators have given up on it. In the years since its launch, Blizzard Entertainment has continued to work on the online shooter, attempting to make it a serious competitor in a genre currently dominated by games like Valorant, Apex Legends, and Rainbow Six Siege. With the launch of World of Warcraft's The War Within expansion in just a few days, the enormously popular MMORPG's 20th anniversary fast approaching, and Warcraft in general coming up on 30 years since its first game, Blizzard is planning to combine two of its most popular series with a special skin.

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Brutal new soulslike The First Berserker Khazan sets launch window

Brutal new soulslike The First Berserker Khazan sets launch window

The soulslike genre doesn't show any signs of slowing down in the near future. Today saw the launch of Black Myth: Wukong and, earlier this summer, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree continued the success of the original game through a massive and well received expansion. Now, a stylish new addition to the loose category of action RPG game hybrids is drawing closer thanks to further information on The First Berserker: Khazan, a new soulslike with a blood soaked cartoon aesthetic set in the Dungeon & Fighter universe whose launch window was just announced during Gamescom's Opening Night Live.

Civilization 7 is still Civ, even as it shakes up the strategy formula

Civilization 7 is still Civ, even as it shakes up the strategy formula

If you’re reading this preview, it’s likely that you already know what Civilization is on some level. A 4X game encompassing the entirety of human history may sound like a bit of a stretch, but that’s exactly what Sid Meier and the rest of the team aimed for when creating the first - and every subsequent - Civilization game. I think it’s fair to say they’ve done a decent job at it.

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Mafia The Old Country takes the series back to its roots

Mafia The Old Country takes the series back to its roots

Gamescom Opening Night Live has been bookended with two big surprises - while Borderlands 4 kicked things off, a new Mafia game wrapped things up - but it’s not the Mafia 4 that you’d expect. Instead, you can look forward to Mafia The Old Country, which goes back to the origins of the mob.

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Gritty new roguelike Reignbreaker is like Hades, but punk

Gritty new roguelike Reignbreaker is like Hades, but punk

In a shock to absolutely no-one, I was an emo kid growing up. While my Catholic all-girls high school forbade the use of fluorescent dyes and facial piercings, my weekends were spent perfecting my cheap eyeliner (quite the task when you have a tremor) and haunting Glasgow city center. While you'll be happy to hear I no longer spend my days skulking around indoor malls, I've never quite let go of that gothic aesthetic - it's never been just a phase. So, when I first saw Reignbreaker, a counterculture-inspired roguelike bearing similarities to Hades, it was like a good ol' blast from the past.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle nails the vibe but I’m not sold yet

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle nails the vibe but I’m not sold yet

When it came to choosing a developer for Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, I firmly believe MachineGames was the right team for the job. No-one has a better track record than the Wolfenstein developer when it comes to punching Nazis, or tracking down mysterious and ancient artifacts in elaborate ways to keep them out of the hands of said Nazis. Having now seen a demonstration of the new Indiana Jones game ahead of its reveal at Gamescom Opening Night Live, I can say that MachineGames has absolutely nailed the tone - but I’ll need to see more before I’m convinced this is a truly great game.

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Fable’s Peter Molyneux is back with new Black and White style god game

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Fable’s Peter Molyneux is back with new Black and White style god game

He’s not saying that it will be his final game, but as Peter Molyneux talks about Masters of Albion, there’s certainly a sense of ‘one last job’ - a swansong and a homecoming that combines all the greatest works of his career into a culminating statement. The interface, a supple and intuitive hand that you can use to pick up villagers and assemble buildings, comes right from Black and White. The world and its name owe their inspirations to Fable, and the third-person combat (more on that later) whispers of Dungeon Keeper. Of course, just like Populous, Molyneux’s breakout hit from 1989, this is also a strategy and god game. Absent is the top-hatted financial manager from Theme Park, and Theme Hospital’s nasally receptionist, but the band is otherwise back together. As well as his best-known games, Masters of Albion reunites some of Molyneux’s closest creative collaborators.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle release date, trailers, latest news

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle release date, trailers, latest news

What is the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle release date? Announced back in January 2021, not much was known about the upcoming Indiana Jones game apart from Machine Games, the developers of the modern Wolfenstein games, was handling it. Given Machine Games’s affinity for blasting up Nazis, this pairing feels like a natural fit for cinema’s greatest archaeologist.

We finally got a glimpse of the action-adventure game at Xbox Developer Direct 2024, showing off one of the most anticipated upcoming games set to launch later this year. There’s quite a lot to unpack in the presentation, including information about the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle release date, gameplay, and what to expect from the story.

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Civilization 7 launch date confirmed, coming sooner than we thought

Civilization 7 launch date confirmed, coming sooner than we thought

It was only a short while ago that we got our first glimpse of Civilization 7, the much anticipated latest entry to the long running series. As with any fresh instalment to classics from the strategy genre—games like Homeworld 3, Company of Heroes 3, Total War: Pharaoh, or Age of Empires 4—there's a lot of excitement surrounding the next Civilization, especially regarding when it's set to come out. Gamescom's Opening Night Live has just revealed that date, and, fortunately, it's much sooner than many might have anticipated.

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Starfield launches player cars you can drive now in free update

Starfield launches player cars you can drive now in free update

Exploration in Starfield has historically been a bit of a chore. Even with your jetpack and a low-G world, you’ll be forever bouncing off terrain as you try to get to that distant cave to complete your planet log. Now that’s all changed, with the release of the Rev-8 vehicle as a free update - and it’s out very soon indeed.

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Marvel Rivals release date, trailers, and latest news

Marvel Rivals release date, trailers, and latest news

When is the Marvel Rivals release date? This 6-vs-6 shooter, developed by Netease and Marvel Games, looks set to be a contender to rival Overwatch 2 with Valorant art style, and varied gameplay. The game has now been officially announced and, despite leaks, there were still some surprises.

Marvel Rivals is being worked on by ex-Battlefield and Call of Duty developer, Netease, and aims to blend all the cool things from your favorite superhero games with the frantic fun of 6-vs-6 FPS games. Here's all we know so far on Marvel Rivals and when you can expect to get your hands on it.

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Path of Exile 2 early access launch date has been locked in

Path of Exile 2 early access launch date has been locked in

Here we go, ARPG fans - the Path of Exile 2 early access release date has just been confirmed during Gamescom Opening Night Live. The Diablo 4 rival has looked absolutely sensational in every trailer we’ve seen and played brilliantly when we previewed it recently, and the opportunity for everyone to finally play it is not too far away.

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Marvel Rivals launch date confirmed, all heroes will be unlocked

Marvel Rivals launch date confirmed, all heroes will be unlocked

Marvel Rivals has been building a lot of anticipation throughout the year so far. The upcoming multiplayer game has been shown off through both alpha and beta tests, garnering buzz in the process and hopes that it may be a new avenue for the kind of online play currently dominated by games like Overwatch 2, Valorant, and Team Fortress 2. When it would come out and how, exactly, it would handle access to its roster of Marvel superheroes, was an open question, though, which has just been answered thanks to an announcement from Gamescom's Opening Night Live.

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Dune Awakening launch window announced and yes, it has ornithopters

Dune Awakening launch window announced and yes, it has ornithopters

Arrakis, dune, desert planet. It’s a lovely place, filled with Fremen, sandworms, spice, and war. It’s the home to some of the best sci-fi films and novels ever created, and soon you’ll have the chance to touch down on it in Dune Awakening. During Gamescom 2024 developer Funcom showed off a little of how it’ll play - and narrowed down when you’ll get to play it.

ARC Raiders leads the way as my most anticipated extraction shooter

ARC Raiders leads the way as my most anticipated extraction shooter

Extraction shooters are the next big multiplayer trend following the tsunami of battle royales a few years ago. The likes of Gray Zone Warfare, Arena Breakout Infinite, and Exoborne are all looking to replicate the success of forefathers like Escape From Tarkov. One that I’ve always been incredibly curious about is ARC Raiders from The Finals developer Embark Studios, and after a long time underground, it’s finally resurfaced. I’m pleased to say that, after attending a recent preview event, it’s looking like one of the more interesting extraction games, but it comes with one very big twist - when it drops next year, it will no longer be free to play.

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As Half-Life 3 rumors swirl, Valve sets Alyx to historically low price

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As Half-Life 3 rumors swirl, Valve sets Alyx to historically low price

Half-Life: Alyx needs to be played. Ignoring all the amazing set pieces and revolutionary visual flourishes, if you’re a long-time devout of Valve’s FPS series, there are some vital story moments in the VR shooter that completely change how you look at Half-Life 2 and the episodes. There are ways to play Alyx without an expensive headset (more on that later) and now, as rumors abound that Half-Life 3 might actually, really, truly be in development, the 2020 sequel is available at a historically low price. Maybe it's a coincidence. Maybe it’s not. But just to be on the safe side, this is probably a good time to give Alyx a whirl.

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The 34 best Minecraft texture packs August 2024

The 34 best Minecraft texture packs August 2024

What are the best Minecraft texture packs? These colorful and game-altering texture packs can make your world a new experience. Of course, Minecraft's low-fi charm is part of the draw, but texture packs range from subtle changes to an all-over reskin, so you can choose just how much you want to leave vanilla Minecraft behind. We've scoured and tried a bunch of different packs to be able to recommend the very best.

Just like the best Minecraft mods and shaders, texture packs can help give an entirely new feel to one of the best PC games of the last decade, and it's just one of many ways of keeping the sandbox game feeling fresh after all these years. While some mods can alter Minecraft gameplay, and shaders change the quality and style of the graphics, texture packs allow you to add a new skin to existing blocks. Included in our list of the best Minecraft texture packs are realistic blocks, cartoonish overhauls, and cute changes to the way Minecraft mobs look.

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Which League of Legends skins are currently on sale?

Which League of Legends skins are currently on sale?

Which League of Legends skins are currently on sale in the store? LoL is a free-to-play game in the truest sense - you can enjoy everything the MOBA offers for absolutely nothing. Now if you were to ask a seasoned League player if that were true, they’d probably have to stifle a few tears as they check how much their bank account has suffered buying skins since they started battling on the Rift.

Riot rotates a series of skins in the store, with the savviest of us holding out until the cosmetic they want ends up in the discount section store or even the League of Legends Mythic shop. The shiny new cosmetics are only available briefly, so act fast if you want to snag the new hotness. Here is every League of Legends skin on sale right now if you want to know what’s in the store without booting up the client.

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DBD and Five Nights at Freddy’s finally team up for new collab

DBD and Five Nights at Freddy’s finally team up for new collab

Out of all the horror properties Dead by Daylight fans have been asking for, there’s always been one that’s stood head and shoulders above the rest in terms of the loudness of the requests. It’s not Friday the 13th’s Jason, it’s not the classic version of Freddy from Nightmare on Elm Street - in fact it’s a different Freddy altogether. That’s right, fans have been wanting Five Nights at Freddy’s in DBD for years - and now it’s finally going to happen.

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Call of Duty Black Ops 6 teasers reveal a punchy new Zombies perk

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 teasers reveal a punchy new Zombies perk

I don’t usually let myself get swept up in the annual wave of pre-release Call of Duty hysteria - I’ve been burned too many times by the series in recent years. However, this time around I’m making an exception because everything that I’ve seen about Black Ops 6 so far is looking mighty fine to me. Zombies is one of the biggest aspects I’m excited for - a proper return to round-based action from the maestros at Treyarch - and two teasers that just dropped on social media appear to be revealing a new Perk-A-Cola and a new enemy type that you’ll be facing in BO6.

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Roguelike boomer shooter Impaler gets massive new golden update

Roguelike boomer shooter Impaler gets massive new golden update

One of the most wonderful things about the recent surge of boomer shooters is seeing how different developers interpret what a retro FPS should be. Some like Amid Evil look to Heretic for inspiration, others like Dusk bounce off the Quake springboard. Then you get a game like Impaler, which combines a whole ton of influences. You’ve got bits of Doom, a hint of Rise of the Triad, the arena combat of Quake 3, and even a bit of Unreal Tournament’s verticality. Now a brand new update has hit the game, retitling it to Impaler Gold, and there’s loads to unpack.

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Norland dev scraps daily patches but a content roadmap is coming soon

Norland dev scraps daily patches but a content roadmap is coming soon

When you release a game into early access there’s often a rush, especially at the start, where updates come thick and fast. It’s understandable as this is the first time the public will have had the chance to play a title, with many previously unknown issues cropping up in rapid succession. That’s been the case for medieval dynasty sim Norland, whose developer has just wrapped up 15 almost-daily patches since the game launched.

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Apex Legends dev admits aim assist was “too strong” ahead of nerf

Apex Legends dev admits aim assist was “too strong” ahead of nerf

For what feels like an age, aim assist has been one of the most hotly-debated topics for PC Apex Legends players. It has long been perceived that those using a controller - whether that be on a console or on a PC - gives you a serious advantage over those using mouse and keyboard. Well, it seems like Respawn is finally set to agree, as Apex Legends Season 22 will include a significant nerf to aim assist for those using a controller in lobbies where there are also PC players.

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Half Sword playtest rebalances its medieval weapons, quite literally

Half Sword playtest rebalances its medieval weapons, quite literally

Every so often an idea sparks in my head. It says - buy a lot of swords. I don’t listen to this voice very much, mainly because I know I’d be absolutely useless if swordplay ever did become part of my life and I would rapidly lose my limbs, and potentially my life. Thankfully, games like Half Sword exist where I can try out my love of sword swinging in a safe space, and a big new update has just made its medieval arsenal even more realistic.

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Star Wars Outlaws roadmap tees up two story DLCs with epic cameos

Star Wars Outlaws roadmap tees up two story DLCs with epic cameos

It’s just a few weeks until Star Wars Outlaws hyperdrives into your game library, and ahead of launch Ubisoft has outlined its post-launch plans for the open-world game. In a new Star Wars Outlaws roadmap, it has been confirmed that two story expansions will arrive surprisingly soon after launch. The roadmap also confirms their titles and gives some early details on their storylines, including information on two interesting Star Wars characters Kay Vess will be bumping into along the way.

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FC 25 Ultimate Team will eliminate my biggest FUT frustration

FC 25 Ultimate Team will eliminate my biggest FUT frustration

The deep dives keep on coming for FC 25, and in EA Sports’ latest breakdown of what’s to come in the new soccer sim, the series’ biggest game mode is the star of the show. Yes, the highly-anticipated FC 25 Ultimate Team deep dive is here, and while the integration of the new five-a-side Rush mode is the most notable change this year, there are some smaller details to highlight. This includes fancier Evolutions cards, more streamlining, and the implementation of what is surely the most-requested feature from FUT fans: storage for your duplicates.

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Brutal survival game Soulmask teases hardcore servers and PvP seasons

Brutal survival game Soulmask teases hardcore servers and PvP seasons

A truism in life is that you can’t make everyone happy. Not everyone is going to love what you create and that’ll be the same no matter what you do. Recently, huge survival sim Soulmask has been trying to become a little less tough on players, especially those who are new to the game. A few different patches have made the game less challenging in some areas, and a few fans are worried that this indicates a change in direction for the game. In a recent Q&A held on the Soulmask Discord, developer CampFire Studios is attempting to lay these fears to rest.

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Warframe 1999’s voice actors are the “custodians” of their characters

Warframe 1999’s voice actors are the “custodians” of their characters

To borrow Digital Extremes’ own words, they’ve certainly pushed the boat out with Warframe 1999. The Metal Gear Solid-inspired questline has exploding motorcycles, the game’s first-ever dating sim, and a pounding, industrial metal soundtrack that’s absolute perfection. But none of that means anything without a solid cast of characters - in this instance, The Hex, our merry, Guardians of the Galaxy-esque band of protoframe misfits. It’s a star-studded cast both in and outside of the game, with Final Fantasy 16 and Expedition 33’s Ben Starr captaining the squad as the rough-and-ready Arthur, and Cyberpunk 2077’s Alpha Takahashi causing chaos as Aoi. They’re pitted against Resident Evil’s Nick Apostolides, the seemingly harmless frontman of boy band On-Lyne who, it turns out, isn’t just a pretty face.

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Lenovo Legion Slim 5 review: OLED gaming at a surprisingly low price

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 review: OLED gaming at a surprisingly low price

OLED monitors are truly the stuff of dreams. If you’re after crisp, beautiful colors, deep inky black tones, phenomenal response times, and top-tier refresh rates, no other panel tech even mildly comes close to delivering all those elements in one go. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 14APH8 pairs exactly that with an exceptionally low price tag, meaning this laptop offers extraordinary value already.

It’s not without fault, of course. Lenovo has certainly cut some corners to facilitate that heavy investment, particularly given that this OLED screen also comes with an impressive 2,880 x 1,800 resolution as well. For the money, though, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 is one of the best gaming laptops out there today.

Who’s it for then? Simply put, a gamer who’s not looking to waste any cash. The less budget you have, the more valuable that budget becomes, certainly when it comes to putting it in the right place. It’s a balancing act, making sure you don’t accidentally buy a laptop that has an obvious bottleneck, and Lenovo has worked hard to ensure that’s not going to happen.

There is one big caveat to that statement, but I’ll touch on that in the benchmark section. I’ve been testing the Legion Slim 5 for around two weeks now, using it as my daily driver at times, gaming on it at others, and have run it through all manner of benchmarks. I even managed to sneak in a few hours on Baldur’s Gate 3 with it as well.

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Rivals codes August 2024

Rivals codes August 2024

What are the new Rivals codes? Nosniy Games' FPS shooter makes for exciting 1v1 and 5V5 matches, but being able to redeem extra in-game bonuses sprinkles in that extra layer of excitement. As new codes are regularly dropped by the developer, players can keep coming back for even more extras over time like weapons and cosmetics.

Visited by millions of players, this game joins a plethora of Roblox titles where you can redeem rewards, like those who use Demon Blade codes and YBA codes. In the meantime though, let's jump into all Rivals codes available right now.

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Best Steam Deck accessories in 2024

Best Steam Deck accessories in 2024

Picking up the best Steam Deck accessories is a great way to help Valve's handheld gaming PC shine. From microSD cards that will expand your on-the-go Steam library to docks that'll provide the mini rig with Switch-inspired docking station capabilities, there are plenty of ways to protect your Deck and add additional functionality.

To assist you in creating the perfect handheld PC setup, we've put together a list of the best Steam Deck accessories available right now. Some of our picks, like the best Steam Deck dock and best Steam Deck case serve a practical purpose, but we've made sure to include a few unique add-ons that will make your portable device stand out from the crowd. They'll all help to enhance your experience with the best Steam Deck games.

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Slay the Spire leads a big Humble roguelike sale, with up to 95% off

Slay the Spire leads a big Humble roguelike sale, with up to 95% off

As PCGamesN’s resident roguelike enjoyer, it’s my duty to tell you about the best of the best. The cream of the crop. The crème de la crème. I’m always coming back to the likes of Dead Cells, Slay the Spire, Hades, and Enter the Gungeon because they have almost infinite replayability, but there are always more roguelikes to try. It can be daunting, especially with your Steam backlog growing by the sale, but a new Humble offering is here to offer up some classics of the genre, and they’re up to 95% off as well.

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All Star Wars Outlaws speeder upgrades

All Star Wars Outlaws speeder upgrades

How do you upgrade your Star Wars speeder? No jaunt around a planet in Star Wars is complete without a speeder bike. Made famous by Luke and Leia in Return of the Jedi as they raced around the Forest Moon of Endor, they’ve been a staple ever since. Thankfully, Kay also has access to a speeder in Star Wars Outlaws, and even better, you can upgrade it throughout your journey.

The Star Wars Outlaws release date is drawing ever nearer, and we’re slowly uncovering all of the wonderful things we’ll be able to do as Kay Vess in our efforts to become the most infamous scoundrel in the adventure game. Here is every upgrade for the Star Wars Outlaws speeder bike and what they do.

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Pull a Sword codes August 2024

Pull a Sword codes August 2024

What are the new Pull a Sword codes? To wield the mighty blade, you need all the extra resources you can get - including those you can redeem right now in this guide. The adventure game by xFrozen Obbys not only lets you collect more swords with these extra advantages, but additional pets too.

Pull a Sword is a unique Roblox game where players have been able to redeem an abundance of rewards in the past. This is just like bonuses you can get using Cabin Crew Simulator codes and Meme Sea codes. For now though, let's dive into all the Pull a Sword codes available.

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Nvidia is working on a new, slightly slower, RTX 4070, says leak

Nvidia is working on a new, slightly slower, RTX 4070, says leak

Nvidia could be about to release a new slightly slower version of the RTX 4070, according to new rumors. A new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GDDR6 variant could use slightly slower GDDR6 memory instead of the usual GDDR6X, which could result in a lower price for the new versions.

The rumor of a new variant of one of the best graphics cards you can buy will be sweet music to the ears of those who have been tempted by the RTX 4070 but have found its $550 price still too high. There's no guarantee Nvidia will drop the price of a slightly slower version, but we'd be surprised if a small saving didn't accompany the new card, if it does turn out to be real.

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Best Diablo 4 Spiritborn build

Best Diablo 4 Spiritborn build

What is the best Diablo 4 Spiritborn build? The first Diablo 4 expansion is nearly upon us, bringing with it new bosses, items, and most importantly, the Spiritborn class. Hailing from the jungles of Nahantu, the Spiritborn’s incredible versatility stems from its expert level hand-to-hand skills, Spirit Guardians, and deadly Glaive.

When it comes to picking one of the Diablo 4 classes, the Spiritborn looks like the best pick for anyone who wants a flexible class that can truly do it all. Blizzard recently broke down everything Diablo 4 players should know about the Spiritborn, including its origins, how it fits into the overall story, and its skills. We’re going to be taking a look at the Spiritborn’s skills to theorycraft some Diablo 4 builds that you can take with you when the Vessel of Hatred expansion launches.

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Ultra realistic milsim Uboat is doing amazingly well on Steam

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Ultra realistic milsim Uboat is doing amazingly well on Steam

Uboat is precisely the kind of game I love to see doing well on Steam. It’s committed, its creators clearly love the subject matter, and after five years in early access, it deserves a successful launch. A realistic submarine simulation game set during WWII, Uboat threads the line between believability and accessibility - unlike some milsims, where everything is recreated 1:1, in Uboat, the aesthetic and tone are very grounded, but mechanically, there’s a way in for everyone. Tense and tough, despite its niche premise, the underwater strategy shooter with hints of War Thunder and Command and Conquer is currently thriving on Steam, and deservedly so.

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Ex GTA dev is making a deck building dungeon maker, you can try it now

Ex GTA dev is making a deck building dungeon maker, you can try it now

The best roguelikes are defined by their dungeons. Hades pits you against the depths of the Greek underworld, Enter the Gungeon sends you into an oubliette themed around firearms, and Slay the Spire tasks you with ascending the world’s deadliest tower. The setting isn't the only reason these roguelikes work, of course, but each dungeon sets the tone for your adventure. But what happens when you make that dungeon yourself? This is a question Into the Restless Ruins aims to answer. Created by a former Rockstar, GTA, and Call of Duty dev, the roguelike deck builder’s Steam demo is finally live for everyone to try.

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The best Rainbow Six game of all time now costs less than $3

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The best Rainbow Six game of all time now costs less than $3

Rainbow Six Siege has its place. It’s an energetic, imaginative multiplayer FPS with some smart mechanics and a good mix of arcade pace and simulation-style gravitas. It’s a solid online shooter - but it’s not Rainbow Six, not in the real, classic sense. Rainbow Six is slow, tense, and your life is balanced on a knife edge. It almost feels like a survival horror game, something close to tank-control legends like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. Rainbow Six Vegas was maybe the last R6 game in that original mold. But the best one, for me, remains Rainbow Six 3, and now 21 years later, it’s all yours for less than $3.

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How to lose your Star Wars Outlaws wanted level

How to lose your Star Wars Outlaws wanted level

How do you lose your Star Wars Outlaws wanted level? If you go against powerful regimes, you’re more than likely going to get some unwanted attention from time to time. In Star Wars Outlaws, you gain a wanted level whenever you stick it to the Empire, which can make existing… difficult.

The Star Wars Outlaws release date is nearly upon us, and scoundrels everywhere are gearing up to pull the biggest heist the galaxy has ever seen. The adventure game promises a true Star Wars experience, complete with speeders, blasters, and the return of a few fan-favorite Star Wars characters. Here’s how to lose unwanted attention and reduce your wanted level in Star Wars Outlaws.

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New Fallout 76 update ensures that you’ll never be bored again

New Fallout 76 update ensures that you’ll never be bored again

The Fallout 76 of today is a far cry from the sparsely populated wasteland it was at launch. In the six years since Bethesda’s open-world multiplayer survival RPG launched to a decidedly lukewarm response, the team has worked hard to transform it into a vibrant playground for post-apocalyptic shenanigans. With the Milepost Zero update currently in testing on the PTS, PCGamesN sat down with lead producer Bill LaCoste and creative director Jon Rush to talk about how its new caravans are just the addition it needs.

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Mecha Break is already flying on Steam as multiplayer playtest begins

Mecha Break is already flying on Steam as multiplayer playtest begins

It’s a great time to be a fan of big robots and mechs alike. Elden Ring creator FromSoftware proved that there’s still plenty of life in the genre with Armored Core 6, and now another of the biggest names in the business is set to make a comeback soon with Mechwarrior 5: Clans. As if that weren’t enough evidence, the Mecha Break playtest, which has just launched in a limited form on Steam, shows just how much potential interest there is in the upcoming game from Amazing Seasun.

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Gmod successor Sandbox is so popular it broke when made public

Gmod successor Sandbox is so popular it broke when made public

Between Minecraft, Roblox, Dreams, and Gmod there are plenty of creative ways to make your own games. You can learn the basics and be off to the races, sharing animations, game modes, and unique experiences with absolutely anyone. For those games, though, the act of creation is almost entirely locked into their own ecosystem, so Sandbox wants to change that. A spiritual successor to Gmod from Facepunch Studios, the team just made Sandbox open to all for the first time. It was so popular that it broke.

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Meme Sea codes August 2024

Meme Sea codes August 2024

August 3, 2024 We've added two new Meme Sea codes to this list.

What are the new Meme Sea codes? When taking on an ocean of the internet's most popular memes with a One Piece-inspired anime twist, getting a bunch of free rewards will make your custom character all the tougher to beat. With a bunch of epic powers at your disposal in the game, any Roblox codes you find in this guide will give you an extra edge.

Although it's not on the list of best Roblox games, Meme Sea stands alongside plenty of other anime games offering free bonuses. For example, you can also find some in the newest Anime Champions Simulator codes or All Star Tower Defense codes. To make you ready to take on treacherous viral foes, let's dive into all Meme Sea codes available right now.

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Gym League codes August 2024

Gym League codes August 2024

August 3 2024: We've added one new Gym League code.

What are the new Gym League codes? If you want to get buff to unlock new bodies and gyms where you can show off your impeccable physique, chances are you're looking for a shortcut or two to get ahead of the competition. If so, then you've come to the right place. What, steroids? Of course not! That's scandalous. No, no, we're talking about free codes here.

If you’re just starting this Roblox experience, we have plenty of Gym League codes to supplement your training regime, providing you with access to potions, cash, and other power-ups. If you want to shape up in other similar games, we have Arm Wrestle Simulator codes and Strongman Simulator codes, while Roller Skate Simulator codes can help if you prefer racing on wheeled shoes.

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Aqua Racer codes August 2024

Aqua Racer codes August 2024

August 3. 2024 We've added to new Aqua Racer codes to this list.

What are the new Aqua Racer codes? Water sports competitions in Roblox games make for a pretty good time, but things get even better when there are free codes to redeem. If you want to get a competitive edge while going for the win, the rewards you can get will make each session even more of a wild ride.

The same can be said for other Roblox games, like when using Basketball Legends codes and Super League Soccer codes. In this game's case though, so you can become the true king or queen of the waters, let's dive into all of the Aqua Racer codes available right now.

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Attack on Titan Revolution codes August 2024

Attack on Titan Revolution codes August 2024

August 3, 2024 Six new Attack on Titan Revolution codes have been added.

What are the new Attack on Titan Revolution codes? There are many anime games on Roblox based on One Piece and Dragon Ball, but we rarely get anything focused on the mega-popular Attack on Titan universe. AoT Revolution aims to be a faithful action-packed adventure that takes inspiration from the aerial combat shown on the show.

This Roblox experience is unlike many anime games on the platform in how it plays, but there are certainly some similarities regarding the gacha system. Look at our Anime Last Stand codes, Fruit Seas codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Anime Defenders codes guides to find plenty of free currency and boosts to see if you can get the best characters in those games.

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Anime Defenders codes August 2024

Anime Defenders codes August 2024

August 3, 2024: We've added a three new Anime Defenders codes to our list.

What are the new Anime Defenders codes? Defending against hordes of enemies encroaching on your base is a heck of a lot easier if you have powerful allies by your side. Luckily, Anime Defenders has plenty of anime-inspired fighters to drive them back and save the day, and you can get more of them by using gems at the summoning shop.

Anime Defenders is one of many Roblox experiences with tower defense game mechanics. You can call in help from your favorite anime heroes within those experiences as well, with the help of our Anime Last Stand codes, Tower Defense X codes, and All Star Tower Defense codes, of course. As for Anime Defenders, we've got a bunch of codes to share with you, so be sure to snag the free gems while you can.

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Sonic Speed Simulator codes August 2024

Sonic Speed Simulator codes August 2024

August 3, 2024: Three Sonic Speed Simulator codes have been marked as expired.

What are the codes for Sonic Speed Simulator? Well, we’ve confirmed all working Sonic Speed Simulator codes you can redeem for essential rewards like Chaos and in-game boosts. If you love Roblox games and the blue blur, this is the game you’ll want to play using the codes in this guide.

Sonic Speed Simulator sits among fun Roblox titles which are based on popular shows and franchises, and we've got freebies similar to Solo Leveling Arise codes and Anime Dimensions codes. To make this Sonic racing experience even better, you can redeem these to unlock stat-buffing Chaos and various boosts to give you an edge over other players. To guarantee you’ll avoid disappointment when trying to redeem them, we’ve tested all of the active Sonic Speed Simulator codes below so you can earn and enjoy your new bonuses right away.

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Basketball Legends codes August 2024

Basketball Legends codes August 2024

August 3, 2024: We've marked Basketball Legends code as expired.

What are the newest Basketball Legends codes? We’ve assembled a full list of working Basketball Legends codes you can redeem for essential in-game rewards like coins, boosts, and even a Cyber Case. If you want to earn more coins as quickly as possible, this is the guide for you.

Basketball Legends is a massively popular sports game on Roblox with thousands of active players, courtesy of its simple yet fun premise of 5v5 or pickup game matches. For other sports games on Roblox, check out Untitled Boxing Game codes and Arm Wrestle Simulator codes. Since it can be tough to know when new Basketball Legends codes are out or if they even work, we’ve personally tested each code available this month and listed them out below.

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Beloved ARPG and base builder The Riftbreaker details co-op update

Beloved ARPG and base builder The Riftbreaker details co-op update

Combining the action RPG combat of Diablo with the survival and base building of Satisfactory, The Riftbreaker is an impressive genre mash-up. It’s a fast and fluid mix of ideas where you bounce between calm moments of construction and frantic fights, but you’ve always had to do this alone. That’s not going to be the case for much longer though, as developer Exor Studios details all the mechanical changes coming to the new co-op mode, and you can still sign up to give it a try ahead of time. Best of all, The Riftbreaker is dirt cheap right now in a Steam sale.

Fruit Seas codes August 2024

Fruit Seas codes August 2024

August 3, 2024: One new Fruit Seas code has been added.

What are the new Fruit Seas codes? Whether you choose to become a pirate to plunder the seven seas or a marine that hunts down boisterous buccaneers, you may want some extra boosts or Beli to help begin your adventure. However, the codes do not last very long whenever they become available, so you'll need to redeem them as soon as you can.

Fruit Seas, formerly known as Demon Piece, is just one of many Roblox experiences that take inspiration from its other anime games. If you want free stuff for them as well, we have all the latest Blox Fruits codes, Anime Champions codes, and Fruit Battlegrounds codes for you to redeem. Since time is of the essence, here are all the Fruit Seas codes.

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Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 update offers free pulls for Jane Doe and Qingyi

Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 update offers free pulls for Jane Doe and Qingyi

HoYoverse has lifted the lid on its Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 update, titled Undercover R&B, and there are some nice rewards on the way to help you pick up some of its new agents. The ZZZ 1.1 special program keeps things comparatively shorter than we’re used to with similar showings for Genshin Impact and Honkai Star Rail, but it’s packed to bursting with all manner of details about what we can expect when the next patch arrives.

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Ro Ghoul codes August 2024

Ro Ghoul codes August 2024

August 3, 2024: Three new Ro Ghoul codes have been added.

What are the Roblox Ro Ghoul codes? Despite still being in beta, Ro Ghoul, inspired by Tokyo Ghoul, is one of the most popular Roblox games at the moment. The developer, Sushi Walrus, celebrates this regularly with some great in-game redemption codes, and we've tested all the latest ones.

In Ro Ghoul, you take on the role of either an investigator or a ghoul as you try and defeat the other group and stay alive. If you're after some bonus in-game currency, we've got all the latest Ro Ghoul codes you need, but if you're here, then you're a Roblox fan, so you should also take a look at the latest Roblox music codes and all the most up-to-date Roblox promo codes.

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Ark Survival Ascended to add an adorable pal alongside Aberration DLC

Ark Survival Ascended to add an adorable pal alongside Aberration DLC

As the Ark Survival Ascended Aberration DLC creeps closer, developer Studio Wildcard lifts the lid on another accomplice joining the roster. Arriving alongside the new expansion pack, which is currently scheduled for the start of September, this cutesy critter will be available to players who have purchased the Bob’s Tall Tales add-on for the dinosaur survival game, and it feels like a make-good for people sad that a similar option missed out on the community Aberration creature vote.

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Nexon issues cryptic The First Descendant warning over system exploits

Nexon issues cryptic The First Descendant warning over system exploits

Nexon has issued a mysterious warning to players who take advantage of The First Descendant's broken systems, especially if they’re being used to farm for extra resources. After players were left confused by Nexon's plans for the 'Valby Run' gold farm, this talk of system exploits being “abnormal gameplay behavior” presents another potential pitfall for the looter shooter.

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Zenless Zone Zero codes August 2024 and how to redeem

Zenless Zone Zero codes August 2024 and how to redeem

August 3, 2024: We've added the latest new ZZZ codes.

What are the new Zenless Zone Zero codes? We love a freebie. Whether it's free Polychrome, Investigator Logs, or Bangboo Algorithm Modules, the latest in-game redemption codes are the fastest, cheapest, and easiest way to get free items while also skipping the gacha grind.  With that in mind, we've collected all the latest, active promo codes available to redeem right now.

HoYoverse's latest gacha adventure is a free PC game, and as our Zenless Zone Zero review attests, there's a lot of currency and materials to gather. HoYoverse periodically release ZZZ codes for their gacha games that coincide with major updates and livestreams, but the developer also loves to stealth drop codes, too. Now that Zenless Zone Zero is finally here, there are a ton of redeem codes waiting for you to scoop up alongside the 100 free pulls promotion. Here are all the Zenless Zone Zero codes you need to get started in the latest update.

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Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 release date, new characters, and events

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Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 release date, new characters, and events

When is the Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 release date? Now that ZZZ is finally here, it’s time to start looking ahead to what future updates have in store for us. HoYoverse has already begun the drip marketing for new characters and dropped a few hints at how the story might continue following the events of version 1.0. If you’re already saving up your Polychrome, we’ve got a full itinerary of everything coming to HoYoverse’s urban fantasy in the next update.

ZZZ 1.1 is the first major update to hit the gacha game following the Zenless Zone Zero release date, and there are major developments coming to New Eridu. So, here's all the latest news from the official Zenless Zone Zero 1.1 livestream, including brand-new characters for our Zenless Zone tier list, banners, and more.

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Black Desert Online is getting a new class and the most OP weapon ever

Black Desert Online is getting a new class and the most OP weapon ever

As MMORPG Black Desert Online sneakily celebrates its tenth anniversary, developer Pearl Abyss reveals a brand new playable class coming to the game soon. There's even a new expansion on the horizon, alongside the reveal of the highest-tier weapon in the entire game.

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Create any type of Roblox game using this $2,000 bundle, now $25

Create any type of Roblox game using this $2,000 bundle, now $25

The latest Humble Bundle is packed full of an incredible range of resources designed exclusively for Roblox developers. Aimed at players of all abilities, the set includes software for beginners and advanced developers alike, including Lua scripting tutorials, level design guides, and Blender tutorials. 

 

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LG’s new OLED monitor tech doubles lifespan, triples brightness

LG’s new OLED monitor tech doubles lifespan, triples brightness

LG has announced that it's started mass production of its latest new Tandem LG OLED monitor panels, which bring a big increase in brightness, as well as a longer lifespan when compared to existing OLED technologies. The new type of OLED also reduces power consumption by 40%, making it incredibly useful for laptops and other mobile devices.

It's this focus on mobile devices that is actually the big caveat to this LG OLED news when it comes to the best gaming monitors in the world. That's because, while these panels are sure to make waves in the laptop world - it's already confirmed they're in the new Dell XPS 13 9345 - they aren't yet designed for use in desktop gaming monitors.

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Once-hated Payday rival Crime Boss blows up on Steam with rave reviews

Once-hated Payday rival Crime Boss blows up on Steam with rave reviews

With Payday 2 holding strong and Payday 3 still struggling after a troubled launch, there's certainly a gap in the market for a new heist game contender. Enter the once-maligned Crime Boss: Rockay City, which just launched on Steam after a year as an Epic Games Store PC exclusive. It's already off to a great start on Valve's storefront, netting rave user reviews and thousands of new players.

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Reverse city builder Terra Nil is now bigger and better than ever

Reverse city builder Terra Nil is now bigger and better than ever

For all their construction, most of the biggest and best city builders and strategy games are inherently destructive in their nature, tasking you with scooping up natural resources and covering the environment in concrete and metal. Against all the industrial sprawl of Civilization and Cities Skylines, then, Terra Nil felt like a quite literal breath of fresh air, and now its first big free update is here packing in plenty of reasons to check back in.

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Next DBD chapter release time, new survivor, and news

Next DBD chapter release time, new survivor, and news

When is the next DBD chapter release date? New chapters seem to be arriving in Dead by Daylight all the time, with new characters, maps, perks, and more coming to the horror game. Thanks to regular communication from the developer, we can use the roadmap to determine when the next content update arrives.

With around four new chapters a year, it’s a wonder the team at Behaviour are able to come up with new perks and powers for the new DBD killers and survivors. Somehow they do, and the year nine Dead by Daylight roadmap confirms a total of nine new characters once again. We've had Vecna as part of the Dungeons and Dragons chapter, and the next is up in July - here's what we know about the next DBD chapter so far.

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Elden Ring Jolan quest guide

Elden Ring Jolan quest guide

How do you complete Jolan’s quest in Elden Ring? Tied closely to Count Ymir, Jolan’s quest differs in key areas that you’re likely going to want to know about if you want great loot. It also requires defeating a couple of difficult bosses and reaching some hard-to-find areas, but never fear – we’ve gone ahead and compiled everything you need to know.

Jolan isn’t the only NPC that requires a quest guide in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree. Other guides, such as the Elden Ring Leda quest guide, require far more steps than Jolan’s to reach the end. As both quests involve defeating more than one difficult boss, the best thing you can do is to read up on all Scadutree Fragment locations to make sure you’re as powerful as can be.

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Elden Ring Count Ymir quest guide

Elden Ring Count Ymir quest guide

How do you complete Count Ymir’s quest in Elden Ring? There are far more NPCs to meet and run errands for than the followers of Miquella in the Lands of Shadow. One of these is Count Ymir, the proprietor of the Cathedral of Manus Metyr. When you first meet him, he’ll give you a strange bell and a map, and it’s up to you to find out where to go after that.

Do you have more questions about quests in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree? You should definitely read our Leda quest guide to learn all there is to know about the Needle Knight and her love of Miquella. Otherwise, making sure you know all Scadutree Fragment locations will ensure you’re strong enough to finish Ymir’s quest, as it ends with one of the most challenging bosses in the DLC.

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The 42 best Minecraft seeds for 1.21 June 2024

The 42 best Minecraft seeds for 1.21 June 2024

What are the best Minecraft seeds for 1.21? In essence, seeds are codes that Minecraft uses to generate worlds for you. With the right seed, you can live your every fantasy in this amazing game, like easy-access strongholds for speedrunning, beautiful landscapes for building, or rare structures for looting. Given the infinite nature of Minecraft seeds, we've scoured the internet and tested out own to find the coolest and most demanded seeds.

You can leave your world generation completely up to fate, but if you’re unlucky, you could spend hours looking for a Minecraft village, an ancient city, desert temples, or whatever else you want to experience in the sandbox game. So that you don't waste time exploring a bad seed, keep reading our comprehensive list of 40 cool Minecraft seeds, or use the handy jumplinks to find the specific experience you're looking for. Unless otherwise stated, these seeds work for Minecraft Java version 1.21, the latest version of the game, so make sure your Minecraft launcher is set up for version 1.21 before heading into the game, or you may get different results. You will use these seeds in Bedrock edition thanks to parity, but some structures may differ.

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A list of all Skyrim console commands and cheats

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A list of all Skyrim console commands and cheats

What are the Skyrim console commands and cheats? A lot is going on under the hood of Bethesda's seminal game, and if you're feeling a bit technical you can start messing around with what you find. Using only a few commands, you can instantly complete quests, teleport across the world, or even access spells that never made it into the final version of the game.

Whether you want to skip through some of the acclaimed RPG’s busywork, drastically alter your character build, or nerf the living daylights out of a giant, we’ve got the Skyrim console commands and cheats for you. Our list is broken down into a few key categories, starting with basic cheats and working down toward granular tweaks you can employ in the open-world game. Just be sure to check out what each console command does before popping it into the developer console - you know what they say: with great Skyrim console commands comes great responsibility.

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The Rogue Prince of Persia release date estimate and the latest news

The Rogue Prince of Persia release date estimate and the latest news

When is The Rogue Prince of Persia release date? Two Prince of Persia games in one year — yes, that’s the world we’re living in. After years of silence, the legendary side-scrolling series appears to be back in a big way. Unlike Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown which is a traditional Metroidvania, this game has been designed as a roguelike.

Developed by Evil Empire, one of the studios responsible for the critically acclaimed Dead Cells DLC, The Rogue Prince of Persia utilizes the series’ key elements, while tying in roguelike game mechanics to make the game infinitely replayable. Here’s everything you need to know about The Rogue Prince of Persia, including its estimated release date, the early access launch, and more.

All Marvel Rivals characters, leaks, and full roster

All Marvel Rivals characters, leaks, and full roster

Who are the Marvel Rivals characters? With any new Marvel game comes playable Marvel characters, and in Netease and Marvel Games' new 6-vs-6 shooter, there are plenty to choose from. There have been rumors and leaks flying around in the lead-up to the game's announcement, but we have the confirmed Marvel Rivals roster right here.

When the Marvel Rivals release date rolls around, you could end up being spoiled for choice, as the starting roster will be expanded upon with the game's seasonal model. Who will you be deciding to play as in Marvel Rivals when the multiplayer game lands?

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Get the superb, XCOM inspired strategy game Invisible, Inc for just $3

Get the superb, XCOM inspired strategy game Invisible, Inc for just $3

There are far too many excellent turn-based strategy games to play them all these days, and with even more coming to PC everyday, going back to the landmark releases gets harder and harder. But if you missed it, Invisble, Inc from Don't Starve developer Klei Entertainment is worth a return, particularly if you miss XCOM 2, and need something to fill the gap before (hopefully) XCOM 3. Oh, and if it helps, you can get it for just $3 right now.

Riven remake review - a 1997 classic reborn as this year’s top puzzler

Riven remake review - a 1997 classic reborn as this year’s top puzzler

Of the hundreds of games and years of gameplay we squeeze into our limited stay on Earth, some of us are lucky enough to find a game or series that just won't let go. However many other adventures we take on, characters we build, or objectives we complete, the mere mention of this game is enough to get us misty-eyed, lore-dumping on the nearest passer-by, whether they like it or not. For me, it was the Myst series, with Riven being my favorite of the bunch.

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Nvidia fails to make list of top 100 most recognizable brands

Nvidia fails to make list of top 100 most recognizable brands

Despite recently, albeit temporarily, becoming the most valuable company on the planet, Nvidia failed to make enough of an impact to become one of the top 100 most recognizable brands, according to Interbrand's 2023 report.

While it may make the best graphics cards, it appears as though Nvidia still has a lot more work to do in order to become a household name. Based on the latest results from Interbrand, it fails to register on the list of most recognizable brands from last year, but this could change over the coming 12 months.

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The 22 best Stardew Valley mods June 2024

The 22 best Stardew Valley mods June 2024

What are the best Stardew Valley mods? The mod scene for ConcernedApe's acclaimed life sim has been thriving on PC despite having no official Steam Workshop support. Dedicated modders have been working to alter almost everything available in the game, from adding game-breaking cheats like god mode to texture overhauls that turn Stardew Valley into a pixelated fairytale.

Despite thousands of daily concurrent players enjoying the base indie game, Stardew Valley is getting on a bit, so we can't blame you for wanting to shake things up. Thankfully, the modding community is here to help bring other IPs to the life game, along with new maps and improvements to married life. We’ve compiled our favorite Stardew Valley mods that celebrate the creativity of the modding scene. Here are our top picks that provide visual overhauls, gameplay changes, and, yes, even some cheats, making one of the best PC games even better.

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The 14 best dating sims on PC 2024

The 14 best dating sims on PC 2024

What are the best dating sims? These games all feature carousels of cute, courtable characters ready for romance. Whether you’re moving into a sleepy seaside town searching for love or ready to find that spark with a kick-flipping dinosaur schoolmate, players have more options now than ever to date around.

While dating is at the forefront of these simulators, great examples of the genre are feature-rich, captivating settings, underlying intrigue, and unique art direction, some of which could even be considered the best PC games overall. The top dating simulators tend to twist the traditional visual novel style and fork it into a new genre, such as adventure games or dungeon crawling - and, believe it or not, one or two even take inspiration from horror games. Regardless of where you want to look for love, this list has you covered with the best dating sims to play in 2024.

Party Animals codes list June 2024

Party Animals codes list June 2024

What are the current Party Animals redeem codes? Take Fall Guys and add puppies, and you’ve got yourself a hit party game. Party Animals is full of hilarious shenanigans as you go head to head with strangers or friends, online or offline. With so many exhilarating games like these, we have come to expect codes for currencies and costumes.

If you’re jumping (or kicking, flopping, or rolling) into Party Animals, one of the first things you need to consider is which of the cute pets to choose as your avatar. It’s like walking into a pet store and only picking one pet to take home… it’s nearly impossible. Well, once you have chosen who to play in the multiplayer game, you’re going to want the coolest outfits for them, and in-game currency to kit them out. That is where Party Animals codes come in, so here’s every current code and how to redeem them in the game.

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Grab eight VR games worth $189 for just $10, if you’re quick

Grab eight VR games worth $189 for just $10, if you’re quick

There's no shortage of content available via Humble Bundle in 2024, and this latest showcase is one for fans of virtual reality. Devolver Digital is offering eight of its top VR titles in one simple package, with the proceeds being donated to Special Effect.

Many of the best VR games are available on a variety of platforms, but all these titles must be redeemed on Steam. If you have a Meta Quest 3, or any other PCVR-compatible headset, all these games will work great if you're either tethered to your gaming PC, or using it wirelessly via Steam Link.

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The best auto battlers and auto chess games 2024

The best auto battlers and auto chess games 2024

What are the best auto battlers? The auto chess and auto battler genre may have been a flash in the pan, but it's been a fascinating one to watch. It all started with Dota Auto Chess, a custom game mode for Dota 2 which then spun off to do its own thing, simply called Auto Chess. Valve took notice, and decided to create the ill-fated Dota Underlords.

If you're interested in auto chess games, our list of the best auto battlers available to play will steer you in the right direction. Underlords sadly stopped receiving support at the end of 2020. However, while there aren't too many decent contenders for the crown of 'best' auto battler, the entries on this list all do something a little different, representing the best PC games the scene can offer.

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XDefiant reveals season one launch date and brand new faction

XDefiant reveals season one launch date and brand new faction

Ubisoft Forward events regularly pop up, usually once a year, giving everyone a chance to see what the colossal publisher and developer is working on. The most recent one unleashed a barrage of information about the first XDefiant season, including a few tidbits about what you can expect when it launches. We also got to find out exactly when that season will land.

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Legendary strategy city builder series heads back to the Roman Empire

Legendary strategy city builder series heads back to the Roman Empire

There have been rumors for a long time about precisely where the Anno series will go next. A fan-favorite destination ripe for speculation has always been the Roman Empire, and finally it’s happening. Anno 117: Pax Romana is sending strategy players back to the second century, and even though there’s not much announced yet there’s still plenty to be excited about.

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Call of Duty Black Ops 6 team wants to fix that terrible CoD launcher

Call of Duty Black Ops 6 team wants to fix that terrible CoD launcher

The CoD HQ launcher has to be one of the least popular additions the series has received in recent years. The act of launching, and relaunching, just to get to the game you want to play instead of the game the app has decided you should play is torturous. Thankfully, there may be change on the horizon, as the Call of Duty Black Ops 6 developer is looking to get it behaving a little better.

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New Starfield paid quest causes considerable community backlash

New Starfield paid quest causes considerable community backlash

Few games make themselves as hard to love as Starfield. I say that as someone who’s sunk tons of hours into it - and continues to do so. Maybe it's masochism, maybe it’s just a love for the kind of RPG Bethesda makes, but there’s something about Starfield which draws me back time and time again. There’s plenty of others like me out there too, but a recent addition has proved extremely controversial with the already badly bruised community.

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Nine essential Steam Next Fest demos to play before they’re gone

Nine essential Steam Next Fest demos to play before they’re gone

Steam Next Fest is upon us once again, and a delectable candy shop bursting with game demos is now open. As always, there are myriad demos to taste and not enough time to try them all, so I got a bit of a head start to help you choose only the most promising picks.

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Get six of the best FPS games of all time for less than $10

Get six of the best FPS games of all time for less than $10

Even if you grew up a Sony Pony like I did, it's hard to deny the impact the Halo series had on modern gaming. I was always jealous of my friends with their sleek Xbox 360 dashboard and the endless fun they had in Halo 3 lobbies. Well, now I and many others who may have missed out on some of the best shooters ever made can pick up the entire Halo: The Master Chief Collection for under $10 thanks to a huge Steam sale.

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AMD’s new Ryzen 5 9600X CPU just got benchmarked in this leak

AMD’s new Ryzen 5 9600X CPU just got benchmarked in this leak

It looks as though Zen 5 CPUs are already appearing in the wild, and a new AMD Ryzen 5 9600X engineering sample has reportedly just been put through its paces in a couple of benchmarks, including CPU-Z and AIDA64. The results appear to back up claims made by AMD when it first announced the new Ryzen 9000 series at Computex, as well as revealing some of the specs.

The new CPUs are scheduled to be released in July 2024, with Ryzen 9000 X3D CPUs reportedly coming a few months later, and we’re expecting them to make a big splash on our best gaming CPU guide when they’re finally unleashed. In this case, a six-core Granite Ridge AMD Ryzen CPU is shown in comparison to a Ryzen 5 7600X, showing a near doubling of the cache performance.

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New puzzle game is unlike any other, and the Steam demo is live now

New puzzle game is unlike any other, and the Steam demo is live now

Blue Prince is a masterpiece. I could just leave it there and this could be a very short preview. After all, it’s hard to pin down exactly why Blue Prince is so wonderful. It’s hard to pin down what Blue Prince even is, but I can guarantee it’s unlike anything you’ve ever played and you won’t want to put it down. You’ve read about it? Cool. Watched the trailer? Good for you. Forget everything you think you know. Blue Prince needs to be played.

Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2 guide

Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2 guide

When is the Hellblade 2 release date? After several years of development, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is here. If you’ve always wanted to fight giants in ninth-century Iceland, and you don’t mind some side commentary from the Fury voices in your head, then you might want to read on.

Senua's Saga Hellblade 2 is a sequel to Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, a story game released in 2017. Developed by Ninja Theory, it follows the titular hero, a Pict warrior named Senua, who has psychosis and separate personal trauma. If you want to learn more about this brave warrior’s next adventure, this is Hellblade 2.

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Grab Thief’s greatest successor for just $2 before it’s even out

Grab Thief’s greatest successor for just $2 before it’s even out

Like Summer Game Fest, the Future Games Show delivered lots of tantalizing trailers for the likes of Goat Simulator 3's new DLC and Warhammer 40k Space Marine 2. To keep you occupied while you eagerly await their release, Humble has launched the Future Games Show Summer Showcase Discovery bundle, which features seven great games at an 89% discount, including Thief successor Gloomwood and the excellent En Garde.

Fallout inspired survivalist city builder launches first big demo

Fallout inspired survivalist city builder launches first big demo

The world of Fallout may be mostly barren wasteland, but there are nevertheless settlements that managed to survive against the odds. From what small seeds did they grow? Post-apocalyptic survival city builder Endzone 2 answers that question, letting you create multiple settlements after a nuclear apocalypse leaves most of the world uninhabitable. A would-be rival to the likes of Cities Skylines 2 and Frostpunk, you can try out the game's first-ever demo now.

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Acer Predator GM712 Projector review

Acer Predator GM712 Projector review

The Acer Predator GM712 is a confusing product to shop for. At the time of writing, there are two GM712s - the slightly cheaper MR.JUX11.001 and the pricier, newer MR.JUX11.002 I'm testing in this review. The main difference is that the 002 offers variable refresh rate (VRR) which I'll get onto below.

These two models are still available at retail stores simultaneously, and though the 02 is likely to replace the 01 entirely once stock runs out, the two products fall into different classes because of their prices. That’s a shame because the GM712 in its 01 configuration is spot on.

At under $1,000/£1,000, 4K with a 60 Hz refresh rate, fantastic color reproduction, and low latencies make it an incredibly appealing pick - easily one of the best gaming projectors. Especially for a pricing bracket that sorely needs some decent 4K gaming projector love. But what of the new GM712? Is it improved? I've tried it for gaming and streaming to find out.

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Dark and Darker Steam reviews sink as Ironmace issues new statement

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Dark and Darker Steam reviews sink as Ironmace issues new statement

Since it disappeared from Valve’s platform in 2023, players have been eagerly awaiting the Dark and Darker Steam relaunch. As of Friday June 7, Dark and Darker is back not just on Steam, but the Epic Games Store as well, freeing the RPG from the dedicated Ironmace launcher which had previously been its only home. As part of the comeback, certain sections and components of Dark and Darker are currently free to access, but despite Ironmace’s original intentions, players on Steam are sharing criticisms regarding the game’s new free-to-sample model. In response, Ironmace says it has “failed” in anticipating players’ expectations.

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