Before the days of digital downloads, it was pretty common for players to pre-order their games just to ensure that they got a copy on launch day. Nowadays, however, players don’t really have to worry about a game selling out, especially if they plan onbuying through a digital storefrontrather than a brick-and-mortar store. Of course, that’s not to say that there aren’t still one or two big advantages to pre-ordering a game likeFinal Fantasy 16....

The open-world sandbox ofGroundedis bursting with hidden, secret locations and objects for players to uncover, from long-lost BURG.L chips to destroyed labs and beyond. Discovery is all part of its charm and appeal, as many players become eager to find more. InGrounded, the Pinch Whacker is one of the best and most unique weapons to locate, and it’s not too tricky to get. RELATED:Grounded: How To Find The Grave Robbery BURGL Chip The Pinch Whacker might look and sound like a futuristic fly swatter in the making with itsrobotic arm and pinch-like grip....

Quick Links Leatherworkingis a primary crafting profession inWorld of Warcraft. Leatherworking primarily involves creatingmail armorandleather armor, but they can also craftcloaks,armor kits, and bags too.Wrath of the Lich King (WotLK)increases the level cap of professions from375 to 450and with that, there are more recipes that players will need to learn for leveling and end-game. Leatherworking provides 2 unique benefits that can only be applied to their own character, these come in the form ofFur LiningandLeg Reinforcements....

A series aslong-runningasThe Legend of Zelda, players have spent plenty of time exploring Hyrule and other such kingdoms, rescuing Princess Zelda, and defeating strong bosses for over 30 years now. The secret behind its success is an accessible game players of almost all ages can enjoy, excellent combat, fascinating world-building, and spelunking through dungeons. While certain bosses challenge their players to the fight of their life, there are some that were far less imposing when players tested their mettle....

One of the oldest trading card games still being printed,Magic: The Gatheringdoesn’t stop for anything. The COVID-19 pandemic only increased the number of players using the newMTG: Arena, and newMagicsets are still being printed. Since thelatest Core Set recently came toMTG: Arena, playership is going strong all across the board. It’s safe to say the game is nowhere near being tapped out. That said,Magic: The Gatheringhas not remained a static game....

Ever since Disney acquired Lucasfilm and started producingStar Warscontent like there’s no tomorrow, Lucasfilm has been experimenting with a few different genres:The Mandalorianis a revisionist western,Rogue Oneis a spy thriller, andThe Book of Boba Fettisset to be a revenge-driven spaghetti western. One genre that could really bring a fresh perspective to theStar Warsuniverse is horror. TheStar Warsuniverse is a wretched hive of scum and villainy, rife with nefarious baddies and cold-blooded killers....

It’s been a busy few weeks for theMarvel’s Avengersteam at Crystal Dynamics following on the heels of its latestreveal stream called the War Table. Late last month, fans got an in depth look at the game, characters, and modes that will be available at launch. In addition to information on story missions and cooperative War Zones, players also learned a bit more about the villainous group A.I.M. and its overarching role in the game’s narrative....

Summary Metro Awakening, a newly announced virtual reality experience set in the post-apocalyptic world of the belovedMetrofranchise, is coming soon to the PlayStation VR2. The single player game will also be available on other VR systems. Taking place in a fictional version of the world that was ravaged by nuclear war, Russian author Dmitry Glukhovsky’sMetronovels gave readers a harrowing picture of what a fight for survival in Moscow’s underground railway system would look like following such a catastrophe....

Metroid Prime Trilogyis one of Nintendo’s biggest risks, and one of its biggest successes. It managed to take a franchise that was so deeply entrenched in the 2D action-platformer genre and bring it into the third dimension in a way that didn’t lose the spirit of the original games while still providing a genuinely solid experience. The three games that make upMetroid Prime Trilogyhave remained some of the most impressive in theMetroidfranchise, and many fans have wanted some kind of port or remaster for years now....

Stat Points introduce a new RPG element inMortal Kombat 1, empowering players to customize their Kombatants. These tokens enable players to allocate skill points to enhance specific aspects and address weaknesses in their chosen fighter. However, many players have faced regret due to misallocated Stat Points, often triggered by the Auto-Assign feature in Invasion Mode. Fortunately, a solution exists. This guide explains how to use a mysterious potion toreclaim lost Stat Points, allowing for their redistribution and strategic utilization within the Invasion Mode....

[UPDATE: Skybound Entertainment has cancelled the Bloodstone Kickstarter after receiving feedback. The Kickstarter will now be launched some time this summer. Skybound Entertainment’s statement can be readhere. Original story follows.] Druid City Games' James Hudson has high hopes forBloodstone, a new arena combat board game that hit Kickstarter on Tuesday. Kickstarter has revolutionized the way board games are developed and pitched, but the landscape is competitive to say the least. Hudson’s plans forBloodstoneare perhaps doubly ambitious, as Skybound Entertainment is not only pitching a newboard game, but an entire fictional universe....

Fans don’t need to wait much longer for whenNew Pokemon Snapreleases, since it’s coming out tomorrow. So far, it sounds like the long-awaited sequel will live up to expectations, withNew Pokemon Snapreceiving positive reviewsfrom critics. But for anyone desperate for somethingPokemon Snaprelated to keep them occupied for another day, Nintendo has posted a new five minute trailer that shows off new footage of various Pokemon in action as well as some potential photo opportunities players will want to look out for when they play the game themselves....

Fans ofNinja Gaidencan look atNinja Gaiden Razor’s Edgeas an upgraded port ofNinja Gaiden 3. And hardcore fans of theNinja Gaidenseries today can get theMaster Collectionreleased this 2021 to finally replay Ryu Hayabusa’s fight against a curse bestowed by the mysterious Regent of the Mask. RELATED:Ninja Gaiden Master Collection: Pro Tips For Sigma’s Combat Despite being a 2013 game,Razor’s Edgeremains a hit entry in the series. Aside from its apocalyptic cliffhanger,Razor’s Edgedoes feature immense action that capitalizes on Ryu’s shinobi skills....