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The Most Beautiful Stadiums Every EA FC Fan Should Visit

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The beautiful game is capable of bringing people together like no other sport can and also makes them experience all kinds of different emotions, such as happiness, sadness, despair, and of course, excitement. These are also some of the emotions EA FC fans go through regularly.

There is nothing that encapsulates what football is all about more than a beautiful stadium with a fantastic atmosphere. That’s why there are some stadiums every EA FC fan should visit at least once in their lifetime. These stadiums look astonishing, have a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, and are also the stage of some of the biggest rivalries on the planet.

Top 5 Most Beautiful Stadiums EA FC Fans Should Visit

All of the stadiums mentioned in this article are exceptional in their own way, possess a unique beauty, and have an atmosphere almost impossible to replicate. They are not only stadiums every EA FC fan should visit at least once but that every true sports fan should lay their eyes on.

The stadiums in this list are perceived by the majority of football fans as the most beautiful, having a unique atmosphere, and being able to provide fans with a larger-than-life experience.

If you are a hardcore EA FC fan and want to visit some of the stadiums you have played in the virtual world, love football, or are just a fan of sports, then you must read this article!

  1. Santiago Bernabéu

It’s easy to understand why Santiago Bernabéu takes first place in our list and is considered the most beautiful stadium in the world, as it’s one of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the globe.

The Bernabéu has a futuristic design on the outside, but it’s really the inside of the stadium that makes people fall in love with it. It has a grandiose look, similar to the Roman Colosseum, making fans and players feel small in the face of such an imposing structure.

There are only a few stadiums that can match the atmosphere of the Santiago Bernabéu, as the Los Blancos fans always put on a show, and the fact Real Madrid has some of the best players in the world also helps.

If you can only visit one of the stadiums in this list, make sure it’s the Santiago Bernabéu.

  1. Wembley Stadium

The Wembley Stadium is the cathedral of English football, and some say it’s the most historic football stadium in Europe. From the Champions League finals, and European Championship finals, to the historic FA Cup final, the Wembley Stadium has hosted many historic football competitions.

Its history is immeasurable, just like the feeling of watching a game at Wembley Stadium is indescribable. With a capacity of 90k fans, the atmosphere at Wembley Stadium is always electrifying, and it’s something you need to experience firsthand to truly understand.

  1. Maracanã

Not all the most beautiful football stadiums are located in the old continent, with the famous Maracana stadium occupying the last place on the podium.

The Maracana is home to two of the biggest clubs in Brazil and the world, Flamengo and Fluminense, who have one of the most historic rivalries in football. The atmosphere in a Fla-Flu game is not only unique, it's otherworldly, with the best word to describe it being magic.

This stadium has an oval shape, and capacity of 78k fans, making it one of the largest stadiums in the globe. Similar to the Santiago Bernabéu, grandiose is also the best word to describe this historic stadium.

  1. La Bombonera

The magical Argentian stadium La Bombonera is the fourth most beautiful stadium in the world. La Bombonera is a magical place, with a unique design, mostly because of its flat stand, and it was from one of the boxes in that stand that football legend Diego Maradona used to cheer for his boyhood club.

The Los Xeneizes make sure every game in La Bombonera has an electrifying atmosphere, doing this by singing, jumping, and celebrating each Boca Juniors goal like it’s their last. Boca Juniors' rich history combined with the many legendary players who have worn that shirt, create a certain mysticism around La Bombonera.

  1. San Siro

Closing out the top five, we have San Siro, one of the many historic Italian football stadiums. San Siro is home to two of the biggest clubs in Italian and world football, AC Milan and Inter Milan, whose rich rivalry has produced many classic games.

The stadium doesn't have the modern look of the Santiago Bernabéu or other famous venues, but still looks astonishing, with its iconic towers, and spiral steps. On the inside, San Siro's three levels allow fans to have a great look at the pitch, no matter where they are seated.

San Siro's atmosphere is magical, especially when AC Milan and Inter Milan face each other. Seeing the stadium covered in red or blue looks astonishing on TV, but it looks even better in real life, as it’s one of those things you need to experience to fully understand.

There it is, these are the five most beautiful stadiums in the world, that you should definitely visit if you are an EA FC fan.

Will you be visiting any of these stadiums? If so which one will you visit first? Let us know in the comments below!



Your Gateway to a Vibrant Career in the Expanding Semiconductor Industry



This sponsored article is brought to you by Purdue University.

The CHIPS America Act was a response to a worsening shortfall in engineers equipped to meet the growing demand for advanced electronic devices. That need persists. In its 2023 policy report, Chipping Away: Assessing and Addressing the Labor Market Gap Facing the U.S. Semiconductor Industry, the Semiconductor Industry Association forecast a demand for 69,000 microelectronic and semiconductor engineers between 2023 and 2030—including 28,900 new positions created by industry expansion and 40,100 openings to replace engineers who retire or leave the field.

This number does not include another 34,500 computer scientists (13,200 new jobs, 21,300 replacements), nor does it count jobs in other industries that require advanced or custom-designed semiconductors for controls, automation, communication, product design, and the emerging systems-of-systems technology ecosystem.

Purdue University is taking charge, leading semiconductor technology and workforce development in the U.S. As early as Spring 2022, Purdue University became the first top engineering school to offer an online Master’s Degree in Microelectronics and Semiconductors.

U.S. News & World Report has ranked the university’s graduate engineering program among America’s 10 best every year since 2012 (and among the top 4 since 2022)

“The degree was developed as part of Purdue’s overall semiconductor degrees program,” says Purdue Prof. Vijay Raghunathan, one of the architects of the semiconductor program. “It was what I would describe as the nation’s most ambitious semiconductor workforce development effort.”

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Purdue built and announced its bold high-technology online program while the U.S. Congress was still debating the $53 billion “Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors for America Act” (CHIPS America Act), which would be passed in July 2022 and signed into law in August.

Today, the online Master’s in Microelectronics and Semiconductors is well underway. Students learn leading-edge equipment and software and prepare to meet the challenges they will face in a rejuvenated, and critical, U.S. semiconductor industry.

Is the drive for semiconductor education succeeding?

“I think we have conclusively established that the answer is a resounding ‘Yes,’” says Raghunathan. Like understanding big data, or being able to program, “the ability to understand how semiconductors and semiconductor-based systems work, even at a rudimentary level, is something that everybody should know. Virtually any product you design or make is going to have chips inside it. You need to understand how they work, what the significance is, and what the risks are.”

Earning a Master’s in Microelectronics and Semiconductors

Students pursuing the Master’s Degree in Microelectronics and Semiconductors will take courses in circuit design, devices and engineering, systems design, and supply chain management offered by several schools in the university, such as Purdue’s Mitch Daniels School of Business, the Purdue Polytechnic Institute, the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and the School of Materials Engineering, among others.

Professionals can also take one-credit-hour courses, which are intended to help students build “breadth at the edges,” a notion that grew out of feedback from employers: Tomorrow’s engineering leaders will need broad knowledge to connect with other specialties in the increasingly interdisciplinary world of artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things.

“This was something that we embarked on as an experiment 5 or 6 years ago,” says Raghunathan of the one-credit courses. “I think, in hindsight, that it’s turned out spectacularly.”

A researcher wearing a white lab coat, hairnet, and gloves works with scientific equipment, with a computer monitor displaying a detailed scientific pattern. A researcher adjusts imaging equipment in a lab in Birck Nanotechnology Center, home to Purdue’s advanced research and development on semiconductors and other technology at the atomic scale.Rebecca Robiños/Purdue University

The Semiconductor Engineering Education Leader

Purdue, which opened its first classes in 1874, is today an acknowledged leader in engineering education. U.S. News & World Report has ranked the university’s graduate engineering program among America’s 10 best every year since 2012 (and among the top 4 since 2022). And Purdue’s online graduate engineering program has ranked in the country’s top three since the publication started evaluating online grad programs in 2020. (Purdue has offered distance Master’s degrees since the 1980s. Back then, of course, course lectures were videotaped and mailed to students. With the growth of the web, “distance” became “online,” and the program has swelled.)

Thus, Microelectronics and Semiconductors Master’s Degree candidates can study online or on-campus. Both tracks take the same courses from the same instructors and earn the same degree. There are no footnotes, asterisks, or parentheses on the diploma to denote online or in-person study.

“If you look at our program, it will become clear why Purdue is increasingly considered America’s leading semiconductors university” —Prof. Vijay Raghunathan, Purdue University

Students take classes at their own pace, using an integrated suite of proven online-learning applications for attending lectures, submitting homework, taking tests, and communicating with faculty and one another. Texts may be purchased or downloaded from the school library. And there is frequent use of modeling and analytical tools like Matlab. In addition, Purdue is also the home of national the national design-computing resources nanoHUB.org (with hundreds of modeling, simulation, teaching, and software-development tools) and its offspring, chipshub.org (specializing in tools for chip design and fabrication).

From R&D to Workforce and Economic Development

“If you look at our program, it will become clear why Purdue is increasingly considered America’s leading semiconductors university, because this is such a strategic priority for the entire university, from our President all the way down,” Prof. Raghunathan sums up. “We have a task force that reports directly to the President, a task force focused only on semiconductors and microelectronics. On all aspects—R&D, the innovation pipeline, workforce development, economic development to bring companies to the state. We’re all in as far as chips are concerned.”

Why a Technical Master’s Degree Can Accelerate Your Engineering Career



This sponsored article is brought to you by Purdue University.

Companies large and small are seeking engineers with up-to-date, subject-specific knowledge in disciplines like computer engineering, automation, artificial intelligence, and circuit design. Mid-level engineers need to advance their skillsets to apply and integrate these technologies and be competitive.


As applications for new technologies continue to grow, demand for knowledgeable electrical and computer engineers is also on the rise. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job outlook for electrical and electronics engineers—as well as computer hardware engineers—is set to grow 5 percent through 2032. Electrical and computer engineers work in almost every industry. They design systems, work on power transmission and power supplies, run computers and communication systems, innovate chips for embedded and so much more.

To take advantage of this job growth and get more return-on-investment, engineers are advancing their knowledge by going back to school. The 2023 IEEE-USA Salary and Benefits Survey Report shows that engineers with focused master’s degrees (e.g., electrical and computer engineering, electrical engineering, or computer engineering) earned median salaries almost US $27,000 per year higher than their colleagues with bachelors’ degrees alone.


Purdue’s online MSECE program has been ranked in the top 3 of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Online Electrical Engineering Master’s Programs for five years running


Universities like Purdue University work with companies and professionals to provide upskilling opportunities via distance and online education. Purdue has offered a distance Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (MSECE) since the 1980s. In its early years, the program’s course lectures were videotaped and mailed to students. Now, “distance” has transformed into “online,” and the program has grown with the web, expanding its size and scope. Today, the online MSECE has awarded master’s degrees to 190+ online students since the Fall 2021 semester.


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“Purdue has a long-standing reputation of engineering excellence and Purdue engineers work worldwide in every company, including General Motors, Northrop Grumman, Raytheon, Texas Instruments, Apple, and Sandia National Laboratories among scores of others,” said Lynn Hegewald, the senior program manager for Purdue’s online MSECE. “Employers everywhere are very aware of Purdue graduates’ capabilities and the quality of the education they bring to the job.”


Today, the online MSECE program continues to select from among the world’s best professionals and gives them an affordable, award-winning education. The program has been ranked in the top 3 of U.S. News and World Report’s Best Online Electrical Engineering Master’s Programs for five years running (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024).


The online MSECE offers high-quality research and technical skills, high-level analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, and new ideas to help innovate—all highly sought-after, according to one of the few studies to systematically inventory what engineering employers want (information corroborated on occupational guidance websites like O-Net and the Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Remote students get the same education as on-campus students and become part of the same alumni network.

“Our online MSECE program offers the same exceptional quality as our on-campus offerings to students around the country and the globe,” says Prof. Milind Kulkarni, Michael and Katherine Birck Head of the Elmore Family School of Electrical and Computer Engineering. “Online students take the same classes, with the same professors, as on-campus students; they work on the same assignments and even collaborate on group projects.


“Our online MSECE program offers the same exceptional quality as our on-campus offerings to students around the country and the globe” —Prof. Milind Kulkarni, Purdue University


“We’re very proud,” he adds, “that we’re able to make a ‘full-strength’ Purdue ECE degree available to so many people, whether they’re working full-time across the country, live abroad, or serve in the military. And the results bear this out: graduates of our program land jobs at top global companies, move on to new roles and responsibilities at their current organizations, or even continue to pursue graduate education at top PhD programs.”


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Variety and Quality in Purdue’s MSECE

As they study for their MSECE degrees, online students can select from among a hundred graduate-level courses in their primary areas of interest, including innovative one-credit-hour courses that extend the students’ knowledge. New courses and new areas of interest are always in the pipeline.

Purdue MSECE Area of Interest and Course Options


  • Automatic Control
  • Communications, Networking, Signal and Image Processing
  • Computer Engineering
  • Fields and Optics
  • Microelectronics and Nanotechnology
  • Power and Energy Systems
  • VLSI and Circuit Design
  • Semiconductors
  • Data Mining
  • Quantum Computing
  • IoT
  • Big Data


Heather Woods, a process engineer at Texas Instruments, was one of the first students to enroll and chose the microelectronics and nanotechnology focus area. She offers this advice: “Take advantage of the one credit-hour classes! They let you finish your degree faster while not taking six credit hours every semester.”


Completing an online MSECE from Purdue University also teaches students professional skills that employers value like motivation, efficient time-management, high-level analysis and problem-solving, and the ability to learn quickly and write effectively.

“Having an MSECE shows I have the dedication and knowledge to be able to solve problems in engineering,” said program alumnus Benjamin Francis, now an engineering manager at AkzoNobel. “As I continue in my career, this gives me an advantage over other engineers both in terms of professional advancement opportunity and a technical base to pull information from to face new challenges.”


Finding Tuition Assistance

Working engineers contemplating graduate school should contact their human resources departments and find out what their tuition-assistance options are. Does your company offer tuition assistance? What courses of study do they cover? Do they cap reimbursements by course, semester, etc.? Does your employer pay tuition directly, or will you pay out-of-pocket and apply for reimbursement?

Prospective U.S. students who are veterans or children of veterans should also check with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to see if they qualify to for tuition or other assistance.


The MSECE Advantage

In sum, the online Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University does an extraordinary job giving students the tools they need to succeed in school and then in the workplace: developing the technical knowledge, the confidence, and the often-overlooked professional skills that will help them excel in their careers.

Quantum Leap: Sydney’s Leading Role in the Next Tech Wave

Od: BESydney


This is a sponsored article brought to you by BESydney.

Australia plays a crucial role in global scientific endeavours, with a significant contribution recognized and valued worldwide. Despite comprising only 0.3 percent of the world’s population, it has contributed over 4 percent of the world’s published research.

Renowned for collaboration, Australian scientists work across disciplines and with international counterparts to achieve impactful outcomes. Notably excelling in medical sciences, engineering, and biological sciences, Australia also has globally recognized expertise in astronomy, physics and computer science.

As the country’s innovation hub and leveraging its robust scientific infrastructure, world-class universities and vibrant ecosystem, Sydney is making its mark on this burgeoning industry.

The city’s commitment to quantum research and development is evidenced by its groundbreaking advancements and substantial government support, positioning it at the forefront of the quantum revolution.

Sydney’s blend of academic excellence, industry collaboration and strategic government initiatives is creating a fertile ground for cutting-edge quantum advancements.

Sydney’s quantum ecosystem

Sydney’s quantum industry is bolstered by the Sydney Quantum Academy (SQA), a collaboration between four top-tier universities: University of NSW Sydney (UNSW Sydney), the University of Sydney (USYD), University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and Macquarie University. SQA integrates over 100 experts, fostering a dynamic quantum research and development environment.

With strong government backing Sydney is poised for significant growth in quantum technology, with a projected A$2.2 billion industry value and 8,700 jobs by 2030. The SQA’s mission is to cultivate a quantum-literate workforce, support industry partnerships and accelerate the development of quantum technology.

Professor Hugh Durrant-Whyte, NSW Chief Scientist and Engineer, emphasizes Sydney’s unique position: “We’ve invested in quantum for 20 years, and we have some of the best people at the Quantum Academy in Sydney. This investment and talent pool make Sydney an ideal place for pioneering quantum research and attracting global talent.”

Key institutions and innovations

UNSW’s Centre of Excellence for Quantum Computation and Communication Technology is at the heart of Sydney’s quantum advancements. Led by Scientia Professor Michelle Simmons AO, the founder and CEO of Silicon Quantum Computing, this centre is pioneering efforts to develop the world’s first practical supercomputer. This team is at the vanguard of precision atomic electronics, pioneering the fabrication of devices in silicon that are pivotal for both conventional and quantum computing applications and they have created the narrowest conducting wires and the smallest precision transistors.

“We can now not only put atoms in place but can connect complete circuitry with atomic precision.” —Michelle Simmons, Silicon Quantum Computing

Simmons was named 2018 Australian of the Year and won the 2023 Prime Minister’s Prize for Science for her work in creating the new field of atomic electronics. She is an Australian Research Council Laureate Fellow, a Fellow of the Royal Society of London, the American Academy of Arts and Science, the American Association of the Advancement of Science, the UK Institute of Physics, the Australian Academy of Technology and Engineering and the Australian Academy of Science.

In response to her 2023 accolade, Simmons said: “Twenty years ago, the ability to manipulate individual atoms and put them where we want in a device architecture was unimaginable. We can now not only put atoms in place but can connect complete circuitry with atomic precision—a capability that was developed entirely in Australia.”

Standing in a modern research lab with glass walls and wooden lab benches, a man grasps a cylindrical object attached to a robot arm's gripper while a woman operates a control touch-interface tablet. The Design Futures Lab at UNSW in Sydney, Australia, is a hands-on teaching and research lab that aims to inspire exploration, innovation, and research into fabrication, emerging technologies, and design theories.UNSW

Government and industry support

In April 2024, the Australian Centre for Quantum Growth program, part of the National Quantum Strategy, provided a substantial four-year grant to support the quantum industry’s expansion in Australia. Managed by the University of Sydney, the initiative aims to establish a central hub that fosters industry growth, collaboration, and research coordination.

This centre will serve as a primary resource for the quantum sector, enhancing Australia’s global competitiveness by promoting industry-led solutions and advancing technology adoption both domestically and internationally. Additionally, the centre will emphasise ethical practices and security in the development and application of quantum technologies.

Additionally, Sydney hosts several leading quantum startups, such as Silicon Quantum Computing, Quantum Brilliance, Diraq and Q-CTRL, which focus on improving the performance and stability of quantum systems.

Educational excellence

Sydney’s universities are globally recognized for their contributions to quantum research. They nurture future quantum leaders, and their academic prowess attracts top talent and fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Sydney hosts several leading quantum startups, such as Silicon Quantum Computing, Quantum Brilliance, Diraq, and Q-CTRL, which focus on improving the performance and stability of quantum systems.

The UNSW Sydney is, one of Sydney’s universities, ranked among the world’s top 20 universities, and boasts the largest concentration of academics working in AI and quantum technologies in Australia.

UNSW Sydney Professor Toby Walsh is Laureate Fellow and Scientia Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of New South Wales. He explains the significance of this academic strength: “Our students and researchers are at the cutting edge of quantum science. The collaborative efforts within Sydney’s academic institutions are creating a powerhouse of innovation that is driving the global quantum agenda.”

Sydney’s strategic investments and collaborative efforts in quantum technology have propelled the city to the forefront of this transformative field. With its unique and vibrant ecosystem, a blend of world-leading institutions, globally respected talent and strong government and industry support, Sydney is well-positioned to lead the global quantum revolution for the benefit of all. For more information on Sydney’s science and engineering industries visit besydney.com.au.

Give Dad an actual excuse to not hear you this year with these Father’s Day headphone discounts from JLab

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Looking for the best Father’s Day deals this year to get your techie dad, or to treat your audiophile self? The team at JLab is here to help by offering 20 percent off on all their top audio products from now until June 15.

Whether for gaming, music, fitness, or even work, JLab’s industry-leading audio gear and gadgets have got you covered this Father’s Day.

About JLab

JLab is a leading innovator in audio technology that designs and tests all its products in-house from its central headquarters in San Diego, California. Its award-winning products combine cutting-edge technology, stylish design, and exceptional value. From wireless earbuds and over-ear headphones to portable speakers and gaming headsets, JLab offers high-quality audio solutions that cater to every lifestyle. Experience the ultimate in sound with JLab—where technology meets excellence.

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Surprisingly awesome value

The team at JLab believes great technology should be accessible to all. Their goal is to include a leading-edge feature set at tiered price points to enable as many people as possible to own and use great personal tech. And, they don’t hold back new innovations by waiting for the next product cycle; they push great features out as soon as possible so people can enjoy them. If it doesn’t make users’ experiences way better, it doesn’t find its way into their products.

Designed for you

When the team at JLab is thinking up new ideas for products and features, it’s not just about what’s possible or what would be cool. They’re not sitting around tossing out random ideas that look good on the wall, they actually listen to what you want. Instead of adding features that make exactly zero sense, they’re always looking for ways to make things easier for you and optimize your audio experience.

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Lab quality sound

JLab truly understands how personal an experience sound can be. When it develops its products, it always thinks about individual preferences and the different ways people experience sound. It helps you choose from different settings and customize your sound style to match exactly what you’re doing. It fine-tunes drivers to make sure they're hitting all the notes and gives you tools to get the best fit for optimal sound. No matter what you’re into, JLab offers incredible sound for all life’s moments. That’s Lab Quality Sound.

Dedication to sustainability

As if its high-performance products weren’t enough, JLab is also doing its part to reduce our collective carbon footprint by offering its Recycle Program, where you can send in any of your old earbuds, headphones, or speakers (any brand), and it’ll properly dispose of them for you. JLab works with a recycling center in its local area to ensure your old or broken audio products are taken care of properly.

The best part? JLab will even send you a 30 percent off coupon code for you to shop its site once you send in your old electronics and submit a quick submission form.

Still unsure about JLab? Check out their website today and see how their industry-leading products and accessories can help improve your daily audio experience. And don’t forget to capitalize on their special 20 percent off Father’s Day discount while it still lasts!

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Get up to 80% off premium games with Humble Bundle’s Epic Spring Sale! 

This article is written in partnership with Humble Bundle. Click here to view the full catalog of games on sale.

Humble’s Spring Sale is here, offering colossal deals on some amazing gaming hits. From Alan Wake 2 through to Cyberpunk 2077 and Valheim, this is your chance to grab some video game greats without breaking the bank. Play your cards right, and you can save up to a massive 90%. 

Blackview HERO 10 Globally Launches on AliExpress with Dual Screens, 108MP Camera & Android Dynamic Island

Blackview, a pioneering technology brand specializing in smart devices, is launching its first flip smartphone, the Blackview HERO 10, positioned as the world’s cheapest foldable ...

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Want to create your own gaming or streaming designs? Check out Placeit’s Logo Maker tool to take your visuals to the next level!

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Placeit is here to help with their handy logo maker tool, which lets you easily create stunning logos in seconds without needing to hire an expensive designer to build them out for you.

Best Fortnite merch and gifts to check out in 2024

Fortnite’s a global phenomenon, capturing the imaginations of gamers of all ages. With holiday seasons, birthdays, and all sorts of special occasions scattered around the year, it could be a difficult task to find the best Fortnite merch and gifts.

Though Fortnite offers an unparalleled gaming experience with various game modes like LEGO Fortnite, the fun doesn’t have to stop when you log off. The world of Fortnite extends far beyond the screen as there are licensed merchandise and gifts that will delight any fan.

Best VALORANT merch and gifts to check out in 2024

Fans of the Riot Games hero shooter VALORANT might be wondering what kind of merch for the game is available to get their hands on, whether they are used as gifts to fellow fans for special occasions or as a treat for themselves. 

There are all sorts of official and fan-made VALORANT-themed gifts out there, from plushies to keychains and more, so we will be looking at 13 merch and gift choices that are sure to make the VALORANT fan in your life happy. 

The Best Pokémon Gifts To Check Out In 2024

Pokémon games have different generations, and the franchise spans generations of fans—whether through Nintendo consoles, card collecting, or the various TV shows. That also means there is a massive market for Pokémon merchandise to Gible on if you are looking for gift ideas. 

From Pokémon TCG products to custom clothing designed by fans, for fans, there is no shortage of incredible products out there if you know what you want or where to look. So, if you don’t just want to give one of the best Pokémon games as a gift, here are plenty of other ideas that cross most genres for the franchise. 

Dragon’s Dogma 2: Slay your way through a vast, monster-filled fantasy world in Capcom’s long-awaited action-RPG.

This article is written in partnership with Dragon's Dogma 2. Get the game here!

Are you ready to take up the charge of the fabled Arisen, so that everyone from lowly beggars and bandits to reigning monarchs, will hear of tales of your exploits? Then arm up for Dragon’s Dogma 2, Capcom’s long-awaited action RPG sequel to the initial Dragon’s Dogma, and become the hero this fantasy world needs. With truly striking visuals and world-class combat, it’s a must-have for action-loving sword and sorcery fans. 

Awakening in a gloomy dungeon, you play the “Arisen”, tasked with defeating a truly menacing dragon that has terrorized the land, and stolen your heart. Step outside the dungeon and you’re thrust into an open world teeming with cyclopes, griffins, harpies, wizards, knights, and many more would-be enemies. But the path you take is your own. Want to wade into the fight? Head straight to your quest’s destination, or wander off the beaten path and uncover forgotten equipment, or rare enemy encounters that could better arm you against your future foes? It’s up to you.

Choice also figures into Dragon’s Dogma 2’s battles. When first creating your character, you can choose from one of four classes, or ‘vocations’, Fighter, Mage, Thief, and Archer, and each class has a different edge in combat. As the Fighter, you can get up close wielding a sword and shield. If you’d prefer to ventilate harpies from afar, choose the Archer. As you progress in your adventure, you’ll be able to choose from a total of ten different vocations, each with a completely unique playstyle and equipment loadout.

But you’re not locked into your choice, you can switch up your vocation at any time. You’ll also have AI-controlled ‘pawns’ to aid you in battle and help guide you on your journey. You’ll create your own faithful pawn to accompany you throughout your entire adventure, and can also hire pawns created by other Arisen in other worlds to fill out your party. Just as Pawns from other worlds arrive to assist you, your Pawn will travel the Rift, and assist other Arisen in their worlds– bringing back valuable knowledge and items that they amass during their service. 

But be warned, like your pawns, the enemies you face aren’t short on smarts. Not only are there foes you’ll just encounter at night, using the darkness to their advantage, enemies will learn from you as well. Once you’ve faced an enemy, their pals could grow wise to your tactics, setting you up for a fall the next time you run into them.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is packed with varied locations, from lush fields to bustling fortress cities, seaside villages, and even arid jagged canyons, spread across two diverse kingdoms, that treat the Arisen very differently. But eye-catching as they are, these locations are not just for show. With real-time weather changes and a range of traversal features, they can be instrumental in battle. 

Throw an explosive barrel at an overflowing dam, for example, and you can cause a flood, knocking even powerful enemies off their feet. Don’t be afraid of trying something, chances are it’ll probably work, and it could well swing the battle in your favor. What have you got to lose? 

And if you still don’t feel confident about taking on a bad guy face-to-face, there’s the brilliant ‘grab’ mechanic. Returning from the original Dragon’s Dogma, it lets you scale enemies, stabbing them in their weak spots or dragging them down to the ground before they have a chance of annihilating you. From character creation to combat and beyond, this is your game, and it’s up to you how you play. 

Whether you’re one of the original’s many loyal fans or want an action RPG that pushes the genre to its limits, Dragon’s Dogma 2 is for you. It releases on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam this 22nd March, so pre-order now

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