Before Palia Could Scale Up, It Had to Scale Down

At long last, Singularity 6’sPaliais making its long-awaited debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S after only being available on PC and Nintendo Switch. Released in open beta on PC and Nintendo Switch in 2023,Paliahas grown to become thefree-to-play, multiplayer life-simadventure game of choice for those who enjoy crafting, exploring, and even building the home of their dreams. Since its initial release,Paliahas released more than 24 content updates, with its biggest update yet, Elderwood, arriving alongside the game’s console launch....

May 28, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Arthur Joyce

Best 2D Pokémon Games That Defined the Franchise

Summary Pokemonis one of the most popular franchises of all time. Although recent games focus on expanding the series with 3D worlds, its 2D titles built the fan base by delivering attractive graphics for each console and, above all, solid gameplay that turned the series into the phenomenon it is today. Therefore, definingthe best 2D Pokemon gamesis a complex task, because releases from both the main series and the many spin‑offs each offer a unique charm....

May 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1188 words · Heather Johnson

Best Games for Foodies

Summary As video games have evolved, so has the work that goes into everything from the graphics to the audio of these titles. Some games that want to charm and immerse players do so by ensuring that the food in their games looks downright breathtaking. Of course, some hardcore foodies also appreciate the process of cooking a good meal, which is an experience that many games strive to emulate. This ensures that players with a passion for eating will get a kick out of playing these games, with food that looks beautiful, is fun to create, or both....

May 28, 2025 · 4 min · 798 words · Lori Grant

Best Monoco Build In Expedition 33

Quick Links Monoco is one of the most unique Gestrals inClair Obscur: Expedition 33. Players will meet him at Monoco’s Station, and soon learn that he has the ability to turn into a Nevron. Monoco does this by collecting Nevron feet, although the exact process is unknown. Thanks to his love of collecting Nevron feet, Monoco has a large variety of skills to choose from. This allows him to do so much during combat, including healing, buffing, debuffing, dealing damage, or all of these together....

May 28, 2025 · 3 min · 593 words · Joyce Banks

Best Open-World Games for Beginners, Ranked

Summary Open‑world games are varied, offering players huge settings to explore and great freedom to follow the story at their own pace. However, such a versatile genre is home to titles that differ in complexity, with some designed for veteran players, while others simplify certain mechanics, allowing even those not used to the format to enjoy the journey without feeling overwhelmed by the amount of content. In general, the best open‑world games for beginners are those that provide a smooth learning curve, with mechanics introduced gradually and no sharp difficulty spikes....

May 28, 2025 · 7 min · 1329 words · Matthew Mckenzie

Best Verso Weapons In Clair Obscur Expedition 33

Summary InClair Obscur: Expedition 33, players can obtaindozens of powerful weapons for each of the main characters. These weapons all have their own types of damage, scaling, as well as unique perks granted uponreaching level 4, level 10, and level 20with each weapon. The game’s unique approach to narrative allows players to access similar weapons via either Gustave or Verso, so both characters essentially share the same arsenal. However,Verso offers his own unique gameplay style, somewhat similar toDevil May Crygames....

May 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1230 words · Mr. Travis Brown PhD

Boruto: How Shikamaru Proved Strategy Can Surpass Strength as Hokage

Summary Quick Links The mantle of Hokage has remained a revered position throughout theNarutoseries. However, fans argue that this position has lost all meaning and reverence in theBorutoseries. These critiques largely stem fromShikamaru Nara’s rise to power as the 8th Hokageafter Naruto Uzumaki was sealed away in Daikokuten’s dimension by Kawaki. With Shikamaru being Naruto’s advisor, he was the logical replacement for Naruto as the next Hokage. However, many disagree with Shikamaru taking up the mantle, considering he isn’t exactly known for his strength....

May 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1185 words · Mason Howard

Destiny 2's New Multi-Year Saga is Bound to Be a Slow Burn

Summary Destiny 2just kicked off a massive new arc for its story in the Fate Saga, taking Guardians to the edge of the Solar System in search of The Nine. With The Final Shape and its episodes wrapping up the previous grand narrative,Destiny 2is charting a fresh course into unknown territory once again, and it’s bound to be a slow burn. The Nine has remained a relatively mysterious entity throughoutDestiny’s history, cropping up occasionally to remind players that there’s more to the world than Light and Dark....

May 28, 2025 · 3 min · 626 words · Hannah Smith

E.T. Star Claims An Alien Love Affair Was Cut From The Movie

Summary E.T. the Extra-Terrestrialis a hit family movie featuring a gentle alien who befriends a boy named Elliott. However, according to one of the stars, they fought to tone down some sexual undertones, which could have made it a little less family-friendly. Released in 1982,E.T. The Extra-Terrestrialis ascience fictionmovie directed and produced bySteven Spielberg. It starred Henry Thomas as Elliott, Drew Barrymore as his younger sister Gertie, Robert MacNaughton as his older brother Michael, and Dee Wallace as Mary, their mom....

May 28, 2025 · 4 min · 642 words · Jean Burke

Elden Ring Nightreign: Max Level & How To Level Up

Quick Links InElden Ring Nightreign, leveling happens much faster than it does in the originalElden Ring. Over the course of a run, you will level up constantly, but there is a limit to the number oftimes players can level inNightreign. Though the max level inNightreignis several orders of magnitude lower than the max level inElden Ring, you get much stronger with each level up. By the end of a run, you’ll be as strong as an endgameElden Ringcharacter....

May 28, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Walter Moyer

Every Doom Campaign Ranked From Shortest To Longest

Summary There have been many games in theDoomfranchise, each a revolutionary first-person shooter for the era they’re released, going all the way back to 1993. EveryDoomgame features a lone protagonist charging through legions of demons to slay them with chainsaws, shotguns, and even their bare hands if needed. The time it takes to complete eachDoomcampaign varies.Some classicDoomgames take longer than newer ones, offering unique experiences. These experiences range from new weapons for the hero to use on the journey across Mars, Hell, and Earth, to lore that further explains how an ordinary marine transforms into an interdimensional demon-killing warrior....

May 28, 2025 · 6 min · 1120 words · Stephanie Miles

Fortnite: How to Start and Complete Han Solo Quests

Quick Links Following the mid-season update patch,Fortniteplayers received several Found Quests, located all over the map. Luke, Leia, and Han each have their own set of tasks for fans to complete. Not only will they receive a significant XP boost, but they’ll also gain easy access to high-rarity wants. Han Solo wants tohelp players improve their aim inFortnite, so his quests are related to shooting structures and enemies. This guide will show gamrs how to complete the Han Solo Found Quests inFortnite....

May 28, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Linda Burke

Game of Thrones Prequel Series Faces Major Setback

Summary Game of Thronesprequel seriesA Knight of the Seven Kingdomshas received a disappointing update yet again, and it seems the HBO series will not be premiering anytime soon. The aforementioned prequel series will be expanding theGame of Thronesuniverse and is based onTales ofDunk and Eggnovellas. It has already been established thatA Knight of the Seven Kingdomswill be telling the story of a time roughly betweenHouse of the DragonandGame of Thrones.Moreover, the series chronicles a time when the Targaryens were ruling Westeros, and it was believed that the Dragons had gone into extinction....

May 28, 2025 · 3 min · 608 words · Ashley Ferguson