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Summary Balatro, the viral hit variation on poker that burst onto the indie game scene in 2024, is crossing over with another soon-to-be-released game in Good Shepherd Entertainment’sMonster Train 2. It’s not entirely clear how this collaboration will work in terms of gameplay, though it will focus on theBalatromascot Jimbo and his Jokers. Fully released in February 2025, LocalThunk and Playstack’sBalatrois a relatively simple roguelike solo poker game in which players utilize special modifiers like Jokers, seals, and enhancements to boost the value of each hand as they try to exceed the minimum score in each Blind, or round....

Summary ABaldur’s Gate 3player has recently shared an amusing story, revealing that their girlfriend refuses to use Long Rests in the game. Originally released in 2023,Baldur’s Gate 3is one of the most successful RPGs to come out in recent years, and it gives a lot of freedom for gamers to decide how to play, which may allow some people to use weird strategies sometimes. Due toBaldur’s Gate 3’s use of adaptedDungeons and Dragons 5th Editionrules, gamers can decide whether to use Short Rests or Long Rests to recover their abilities....

Quick Links InBaldur’s Gate 3, selecting the right equipment, such as armor and weapons, is crucial to surviving many encounters and ensuring your Tav and Companion builds are operating at maximum efficiency. Different items can provide various buffs, passive abilities, and even new Actions, Spells, and Cantrips for your characters to utilize both inside and outside of combat. When it comes to the best items obtainable in the early stages of the game, the Adamantine items stand out as they either ensure 100% critical hits or prevent you from being hit with critical rolls....

Summary Box art has always been more than just a way to sell a game. At its best, it’s a preview of everything players are about to step into—a snapshot of a world, a vibe, or a feeling. Some covers are loud and chaotic, while others pull players in with eerie silence or melancholic beauty. And then there are a few that linger long after theplayers are done with the game....

The Bulwark Class inSpace Marine 2acts as the sword and shield to protect his battle brothers from the Tyranids and Heretics that they will face across challenging galactic Operations, and as such, they are one of the best classes inSpace Marine 2. With so much versatility and recent additions to Prestige, players are going to want to know which Prestige Perks to invest in their Bulwark. The Bulwark has 7 Prestige Perks unique to its class that will aid in the Bulwark’s total performance in some of thehardest difficulties, so players will want to look below to see which of the best Bulwark perks inSpace Marine 2they should prioritize....

Summary With so many approaches totaking onHollow Knight’sstory,having multiple endings perfectly reflects any player’s desired journey through Hallownest. While the base game offers three potential conclusions, the introduction of theGodhome DLCadds another two possible outcomes to the game. Given how open-ended the main goal inHollow Knightis, the various ending options offer glimpses into five different futures for the lost kingdom. Additionally, all endings in the game are considered equally canon. As the main plot focuses onending the infectionthat’s creating zombies and keeping this land in an unending stasis, all possible conclusions incorporate the varying degrees of success that defeating the infection could include....

The 90s gave gaming some of its boldest, weirdest, and most unforgettable protagonists—characters who weren’t just sprites on a screen but the faces of entire franchises. Some have evolved into complex icons, others have remained largely the same, frozen in their original form like pixelated fossils, but they all helped shape the medium in massive ways. Whether they started in gritty survival horror corridors or sped out of Green Hill Zone at Mach 1, these legends defined the decade and left a permanent mark on gaming culture....

Summary Theearly stage of a journey inOblivion Remasteredis often defined by a noticeable shortage of gold, which makes it hard for many players to secure gear that allows survival against the first dangers found across Cyrodiil. As quests get cleared and valuable loot traded to merchants, gold begins to pile up quickly, often leaving doubts about which purchases actually offer worthwhile returns. Although hundreds of items are available in shops scattered across the map, some stand out for their unique ability to streamline both exploration and combat in Oblivion Remastered....

Summary Open world games have long offered playersvast explorable landscapesthat are often filled with lore, loot, and side content. However, there are certain games that take a unique spin on this formula,turning open world exploration into a challenge itself. The worlds in these games aren’t mere backdrops, but serve as active participants that encourage tactical and decisive exploration. These examples are some of the best games that feature worlds that arenot only dangerous to traverse but also offer a sense of accomplishmentwhen facing the fear of the unknown....

Summary TheResident Evilfranchise has been around for many decades, pulling scores of fans with its terrifying games, horrific monsters, and the legacy characters that often pop up throughout the series. Even years after its debut, there may be new fans ready to enter the survival horror genre, but they should definitely consider their starting point. Taking into consideration that the first game is almost thirty years old, newer games might be put off by the aged controls and graphics, but there are newer titles that might not give a complete picture as to whatResident Evilis truly about....

Summary The Precinctis a very refreshing game to come along. Itblends many different influencesfor its gameplay mechanics to create something truly special. A lot of games will play it safe and use tried and true mechanics.The Precincthas players roaming the streets for parking violations, following behind cars to see whether they are speeding, and chasing down anyone that looks like they’re up to no good. This level of detail and seemingly trivial elements gives the game an incredibly immersive feeling and is a massive treat for anyone that has ever dreamed ofbeing a true video game cop....

Summary Typically, turn-based RPGs are a somewhat slow affair. The engagement comes not from fast-paced action and quick reflexes, but from careful strategic planning, finding enemy weaknesses to exploit and synergizing the abilities of different party members. It can be quite thrilling when done well, but it’s rarely asintense as a goodDark Soulsbossor a high-stakesMario Kartrace. Some RPGs take strides to prevent this, however. For many years, a select subgenre of turn-based RPGs has slipped action prompts and real-time combat elements into the combat to keep things a bit more engaging....

Quick Links Bitlifejust dropped a new weekly challenge called Beige Lotus. Starting May 10, players have gotfour daysto participate in it. Beige Lotus is a pretty chill one compared tosome of the wild stuff we’ve seen before. You will begin your life as a girl born in sunny California, go on different vacations, and do something sweet to honor your mom. Let’s take a look at everything you need to do to complete the Beige Lotus Challenge inBitlife....