Elden Ring Set the Bar for Open-World Games, and BG3 Raised it for CRPGs

Summary When it comes to fantasy games, bothElden RingandBaldur’s Gate 3have truly set the standard for what future games in both the open-world genre and CRPGs should try to emulate. The fantasy world is filled with incredible titles, butElden RingandBladur’s Gate 3are some of the bestin recent memory, breathing new life into fantasy adventure games. Between these two games, open-world games and CRPGs could have a bright future ahead of them....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Tracy Davis

Elden Ring: How To Get The Bloody Finger for Unlimited Invasions

Elden Ringprovides players with a plethora of challenges in the form of skilled enemies and grueling bosses. While these formidable foes stretch one’s capabilities and determination, the greatest threat that players can encounter is each other. With multiplayer enabled,players can journey to the worlds of other Tarnishedand challenge their respective hosts in what is known as an invasion. Should they succeed, players will earn bragging rights among other Tarnished and a rare item to aid them on their journey....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 785 words · Jamie Cruz

Elden Ring: How To Get To Church Of Inhibition

Players that are interested in Invading others inElden Ringwill definitely want to work through Varre’s questline. The mysterious NPC can give players access to a specialized item called the Bloody Finger, which will effectively allow PVP-hungry players the chance to invade others whenever they feel like it. The Bloody Finger is never consumed, making it the most economical choice for bloodthirsty invaders that want the most out of Elden Ring’s growing player-versus-player scene....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 781 words · Amber Griffith

Elite Dangerous: How to Get Guardian Weapon Blueprints

Ship combat spells the difference between life and death for players ofElite Dangerous. One wrong weapon type equipped can put players at a severe disadvantage, especially in interstellar combat against various fortified ships or extremely fast spacecraft. Thankfully, players can secure a much-needed edge inElite Dangerousvia theGuardian Weapons, remnants of the ancient Guardian race, and the weapons they used when they were still a space-faring species. RELATED:Games To Play If You Like Elite Dangerous...

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 901 words · Erin Hardy

Fallout 76: How To Earn Treasury Notes Fast During Gold Rush Weekends

Quick Links Fallout 76has lots of different recurring weekend events throughout the year. The Gold Rush Weekend is apopular eventthat allows players toearn double the amount ofGold Bullionthan normal. It’s a popular event as it allows players to get certain weapon, armor, and CAMP plans a little bit faster. People who playFallout 76often may find themselves sitting on a stockpile ofTreasury Notes. The Gold Rush Weekend is a great way to offload some of those extra Treasure Notes and exchange them for fun and unique items that players can enjoy....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Peter Sanchez

For Honor Promises Next-Gen Enhancements for PS5, Xbox Series

Ubisoft has announced thatFor Honorwill receive enhancements on PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X/S. The hack-and-slash title enhancements are not a next-gen version of the game, but will have graphic upgrades and framerate boosts when playing with backward compatibility. At launch, the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 will be able to playFor Honorat 4K resolution. However, the lesser-priced Xbox Series S will be capable of playingFor Honorat 1080p resolution....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Donald Middleton

Fortnite Uncharted Skins Available Now

Any gamer who is even remotely familiar withFortniteis likely aware the title is second-to-none when it comes to adding skins and cosmetics from other IPs, whether it be real-life celebrities, books, or other video games. This signature trend continues today, with the addition ofUncharted’s Nathan Drake and Chloe Frazer. Epic Games' ever-popular free-to-play battle royale title is entering the final few weeks of its first Chapter 3 season. The new season has seen a litany of major changes to the game, including the introduction of a sliding mechanic, extreme weather in the form of lightning and tornadoes, an array of new items, and more....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 506 words · Andrew Carter

Fortnite: Rarest Emotes in 2024

Summary Fortnite’sBattle Royale frequently gives players several unique features to diversify and customize their cosmetic skins. One such outstanding feature is emotes, which are dances that add playfulness and goofiness to any player’s in-game character.Fortnitehas introduced over 600 dances over the yearsbased on trends and dance culture, but some have become rarer than others for several reasons. Many OG players want to get their hands on these rare dances to show off their victory royale....

June 26, 2025 · 3 min · 635 words · Kenneth Whitehead

Google Stadia is Shutting Down, Users Losing Access to Games

TheGoogle Stadiastreaming service is officially shutting down, and while users will be getting refunded for their purchases, they will be losing access to their games. The writing has been on the wall forGoogle Stadiafor some time, with rumors cropping up a few months ago that the service was looking to shut down. The official Stadia social media came out to deny those claims, but now it’s officially happening. The bad news is that Google Stadia users will be losing access to the games and DLC that they’ve purchased through the service or claimed throughStadia’s free games program....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 409 words · Michelle Murphy

Hocus Pocus 2: When Did Disney Lose Its Magic?

There will be spoilers ahead for Hocus Pocus 2After nearly 30 years and endless anticipation,Hocus Pocus2is finally available to watch on Disney+. Everyone’s favorite Sanderson sisters have returned to the Halloween-historic town of Salem, but it’s questionable whether their intentions or that of the writers are still the same. While fans spend hours debating aboutwhich Disney franchise needs another remake, it had certainly been speculated and hoped thatHocus Pocuswould return to screens once more....

June 26, 2025 · 5 min · 980 words · John Ramirez

Horizon Forbidden West: The Raintrace Hunting Grounds Guide

The Raintrace Hunting Grounds are the last and most westerlyhunting groundsthat players will visit inHorizon Forbidden West. The three trials there are also the most challenging that the game has to offer, though the completion rewards on offer definitely make up for this. Players can get their hands on some rare and valuable items, not to mention a few thousand Metal Shards. Of course, as with other hunting grounds in the game, doing so will require getting Full Stripes for each and every trial....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 718 words · Thomas Thomas

How Long to Beat The Last of Us Part 1 (and Left Behind)

For those who aren’t in the know,The Last of Us Part 1is a remake of one of the best cinematic experiences on the PS3 and PS4. Even though the game is a scene-for-scene faithful adaptation, the visuals are updated to make it more in line withThe Last of Part 2. In addition to better graphics,The Last of Us Part 1features 3D audio, adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and other immersive DualSense vibrations....

June 26, 2025 · 2 min · 382 words · Nancy Sanford

How Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Could Introduce Insomniac's Version of Wolverine

The upcoming release ofMarvel’s Spider-Man 2promises a substantial extension to Peter Parker’s story. After foiling the plans of Mr. Negative and finding an adversary inhis old boss Dr. Otto Octavius, Peter departs the 2018 game a more seasoned hero. Conversely, 2020’sSpider-Man: Miles Moralesdoes well to provide a youthful, naive, but genuinely heartfelt character, building wonderfully from his arc in the first game. Together, they’re set to take on a new threat as Venom and Kraven the Hunter both appear to be in the 2023 sequel....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 675 words · Joseph Bowen