The Alters: The Wood and the Sculptor Miner Task Walkthrough

Quick Links This guide contains late-game spoilers for The Alters. The Altersis filled with optional tasks often tied to many of Jan Dolski’s alternate versions of himself. During the story, every Alter will ask something from the players, and it’s entirely up to them to decide whether these optional requests are worth the time and effort. However, for players looking to build a reliable, efficient, and happy crew, it’s almostalways worth fulfilling such personal requests....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 613 words · Jeremiah Bailey

The Outer Worlds 2's Most Outrageous Build May Already Be Clear

The Outer Worlds 2is shaping up to be a promising and enticing follow-up to its 2019 predecessor, complete with all the role-playing bells and whistles that Obsidian Entertainment has become so well known for. Much like the first game,The Outer Worlds 2seems to shine through its commitment to player freedom, leaving countless doors open for players to walk through, whether that means building a protagonist around an unconventional playstyle or making left-field narrative choices at every opportunity....

July 15, 2025 · 5 min · 879 words · Daniel Vaughan

The PlayStation Plus Games for June 2025 Are Perfect for Multiplayer Fans

PlayStation Plusis bringing a fresh lineup of games to its Extra tier this month for its June 17 update. As Sony’s answer to the subscription service model,PlayStation Plushas continued to be updated with a roster of exciting titles, and while June still continues this tradition, multiplayer fans in particular are in for two strong releases. On June 17, bothFBC: FirebreakandBattlefield 2042will be added to the subscription service for PlayStation Plus Extra members....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 499 words · Madison Richardson

The Xbox Series X/S Has Sold More Than One of the Best Nintendo Consoles

Summary TheXbox Series X/Sfamily of consoles has achieved something impressive, passing the Nintendo 64 in sales. It’s the latest in accolades that theXbox Serieshas wracked up since its release back in 2020. The N64 got its start way back in 1996, delivering Nintendo’s first full 3D experiences to gamers at home. A strong lineup ofN64 gameslikeSuper Mario 64,Donkey Kong 64,Zelda: Ocarina of TimeandMajora’s Mask,Super Smash Bros., and more helped to propel the third home console in Nintendo’s lineup....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 510 words · Veronica Kennedy

Things You Should Do In Act 3 Before The Final Boss Of Clair Obscur

Summary The world ofClair Obscur: Expedition 33opens up considerably once players reach the third and final act. Here, fans will finally have access to the full map, and can therefore go at their own pace when pursuing the final act’s relatively straightforward main goal. Furthermore, players arefree to keep playing after the credits roll, meaning that it’s never too late to experience any of the game’s robust side content. That said, there are quite a few side goals that are well worth taking on before proceeding to the final battle....

July 15, 2025 · 7 min · 1315 words · James Johnson

Where to Find Aquamarine in Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time

Aquamarine is a rare gemstone inFantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Timethat is required to complete Fledgling-level Miner quests and used in various crafting recipes for Lives like the Blacksmith. Tracking down gemstones inFantasy Life iis tricky since new players have no way of knowing which ores they come from, and the drop rates are fairly low on top of that. AspiringFantasy Life iMiners should already be familiar with gemstones like Topaz if they’ve been working on their Life quests and harvesting Copper Ore Deposits....

July 15, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Robert Cruz

Why Oblivion Remastered Players Are Flocking Back to Skyrim

Summary It’s no mystery thatOblivionis one of the most popular and beloved games inThe Elder Scrollsseries, to the point that beforeOblivion Remasteredwas announced and shadow-dropped, there was a lot of hype surrounding the possibility it would come out. This includes the fan-madeSkyblivion mod to re-experienceTES 4, which is still in the works. This is further cemented by the fact thatOblivion Remasteredwas reportedly a massive success in terms of sales, even considering its launch on Xbox Game Pass....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Ross Mathews

Why the Plants vs. Zombies Soundtrack Hits Differently on Vinyl

While its gameplay is engaging, hilarious, and most notably, quirky,Plants vs. Zombiesis timeless for its music. Rather than just sitting humbly in the background,Plants vs. Zombies' musicis a significant part of why the game is remembered so well to this day. Now, with the soundtrack coming to vinyl, longtime fans can reconnect with those memories in a more personal way. For composer Peter McConnell (Plants vs. Zombies: Garden WarfareandPlants vs. Zombies: Battle for Neighborville), vinyl is not only about the sound but about the experience and the way music can draw familiar feelings to the surface....

July 15, 2025 · 4 min · 656 words · Ernest Arellano

'I Left My Robes Behind' Mark Hamill Reveals His Star Wars Future

Summary TheStar Warsfranchise is one filled with unforgettable legacy characters, and there are arguably none greater than Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker. He was the face of the original trilogy as the lead hero, and audiences enjoyed him all over again when he returned for the most recent trio ofStar Warsfilms, adding even more to the Skywalker legacy. Due to his overwhelming popularity, he could always be brought back in some form or fashion in futureStar Warsprojects, and with the franchise about to expand, that’s certainly on people’s minds....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 579 words · Stephen Nelson

A Video Game Playlist for Historical Fiction Fans

Most definitions of thehistorical fictiongenre encompass any piece of media that presents a fictional plot in a real-world setting. This can be anything from a love story set on theWorld War 2frontlines to a familial drama set in the Middle Ages to a murder mystery set in Ancient Egypt. Historical fiction is a genre that’s only continued to grow more popular over time, and that’s especially the case in the world of video games....

July 14, 2025 · 3 min · 602 words · Tina Johnson

Best Action Games That Are All Gas, No Brakes

Summary There are tons of action games on the market that offerhigh-octane and over-the-top gameplay, consisting of impressive set pieces, fast-paced combat, and spectacular boss battles. Many games split up the action with extended cutscenes, calm moments of exploration, or offer dialogue options to move along the plot and give the player a chance to recover after some particularly thrilling stages. Other times, the action relentlessly keeps going, never allowing players a chance to breathe, throwing hordes of enemies at them and keeping the blood pumping during these electrifying experiences....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 1036 words · Caleb Carr

Best Aim Training Maps In CS2

Summary InCounter-Strike 2, aim is everything. A single, well-placed shot separates victory from defeat. But raw playtime alone won’t elevate a casual gamer toCS2legend status. The real difference-makers are those who embrace focused, deliberate practice. That’s where the world of aim training maps comes in—a vibrant ecosystem within the Steam Workshop built by and for players determined to sharpen their edge. The journey to legend status inCS2is paved with dedication, and these maps are the essential proving grounds....

July 14, 2025 · 5 min · 985 words · Alexis Diaz

Best Archer Queen Decks in Clash Royale

Quick Links Champion cards have totally changed the way we build decks inClash Royale. Unlike regular cards, they have a special ability that players can activate to catch their opponents off guard. For example, Goblinstein can zap and stun enemies with his lightning link, whileMighty Miner switches lanes and drops a bomb when he does. Archer Queen is one of the strongest Champion cards inClash Royale. With just a tap, she can go invisible and attack super fast....

July 14, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Cole Rocha