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How advanced technology drives the esports industry forward
William Davis
In the last several years, the esports sector has expanded significantly compared to its early days. It’s easy to think that esports culture is similar to traditional sports, but it’s instead evolved into its own kind of community and industry. Esports represents the intersection of technology and sports entertainment, so technological leaps have only made esports more popular. Here are some of the big developments that have caused esports to …
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We answer your questions about Stardew Valley’s ConcernedApe
Steven Rondina
Eric “ConcernedApe” Barone is one of the most successful independent game developers in recent history. The creator of Stardew Valley went from virtually unknown to one of the most recognizable names in the industry. Stardew Valley’s charming environment, memorable characters, and diverse gameplay cemented it as arguably the best farming sim of its generation. It also establishes ConcernedApe’s upcoming RPG Haunted Chocolatier as a must-see game. But who is ConcernedApe …
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Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope release date, characters, more
Olivia Richman
Over 2 million people played Mario + Rabbids on the Nintendo Switch, so it’s no surprise that Nintendo fans have been anxiously awaiting the sequel to the unique strategy game. Luckily for them, Nintendo has begun release details about this anticipated game. Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle is a turn-based strategy game that sees popular Mario characters team up with Ubisoft’s Raving Rabbids characters to fight chaos-causing evil Rabbids. Every …
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Every member of the Halo show cast and where you know them from
William Davis
The cast of the Halo show is full of experienced actors and actresses, but portraying such a beloved game series is no small feat. The Halo show had a ton to live up to. With well over a decade of gaming significance, the actors had the difficult task of living up to larger-than-life expectations. With generally positive reviews, they managed to succeed. The show called on several experienced actors to portray …
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How to get good at Elden Ring
William Davis
Elden Ring had the most explosive rise since Fortnite. Almost everyone was excited about the game, even people that were not used to playing games from famed developer FromSoftware. Though hype is a challenging thing to deal with sometimes, Elden Ring was a smash hit unlike anything seen in years. New to Elden Ring? Well, find Melina. Melina allows the player to level up and she should be found immediately. …
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The most popular games streamed on Twitch in 2022
William Davis
Twitch is the most popular live streaming platform in the world. We dug into numbers to find out the most popular games on Twitch in 2022 and which could be the next big thing. It’s worth mentioning that the most popular topic on Twitch is still “Just Chatting.” Though Twitch originally rose to popularity for video games, it has a lot more to offer these days. No singular video game …
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe memes show how racing leads to rage
Olivia Richman
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the most popular Nintendo Switch game of all time and will probably gain even more fans thanks to the 48 new tracks it’s getting over the next year. It’s no surprise that a game this beloved has amassed such a large collection of memes across the internet. Here are the best Mario Kart 8 Deluxe memes. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a simple game at …
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Here’s the full roster of playable characters in MultiVersus
Fariha Bhatti
Warner Bros.’ MultiVersus brings fierce fictional characters to life in an arena packed with fun and madness. Is your favorite hero in the MultiVersus roster? Imagine fighting against your favorite villain or superhero with the help of some of the most influential characters in fiction. All of this is possible in MultiVersus, which pits iconic heroes and villains against each other in a fight for supremacy. The game isn’t here …
Here are the stats for Baki Hanma and how he became so strong
Steven Rondina
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Baki Hanma is the strongest teenager in the world, but how tall, old, and strong is he really? Anime as a whole struggles to consistently present characters both conceptually and aesthetically. The Baki the Grappler franchise is no different, with main character Baki Hanma in particular often looking, acting, and fighting very differently from scene to scene. Couple those struggles with the fact that Baki has quite literally grown up …
Bayonetta 3 Switch release date and gameplay finally revealed
Olivia Richman
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Bayonetta fans have been waiting for Bayonetta 3 since it was hinted at in 2017, and now it’s most likely coming later this year. Bayonetta 3 was first mentioned at the Game Awards in 2017. At that point it was nothing more than a statement on paper. Nothing was known about Bayonetta 3 until PlatinumGames offered more information four years later. A Nintendo Direct in 2021 finally showed off some …
Here’s how to get into the MultiVersus closed alpha test
Fariha Bhatti
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Warner Bros. is hosting a closed alpha the ultimate Multiverse of Madness with its highly anticipated fighting game, MultiVersus. What happens when icons across different realities gather in one spot? MultiVersus’ first official trailer paints the perfect picture. Warner Bros’ free-to-play crossover game has finally been revealed, and it’s perfectly chaotic and hilarious. The publisher has merged diverse realities to create a MultiVersus of laughter and action. The action-packed trailer …
Purple, red, and blue multiplayer explained in Salt & Sacrifice
William Davis
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Salt & Sacrifice multiplayer can be cryptic, but you can tell a lot about an invader based on the color of their avatar. As players dig into the Salt & Sacrifice multiplayer system, they may notice a few colorful strangers running around their world. Salt & Sacrifice has a complex multiplayer faction system that defines the goals of invaders. Those motivations are represented by different colored auras around their character. …
Here’s how to get started with Elden Ring PvP invasions, duels
Steven Rondina
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FromSoftware takes a unique approach to PvP and its latest game is no different. Here’s how to do PvP in Elden Ring. Though complaining about Dark Souls not having an easy mode is as old as the series itself, there actually is a built-in mechanic to reduce difficulty. Players have the ability to summon allies using consumable items, being Humanity in Dark Souls and Dark Souls 2, and Ember in …
When will Metroid Prime 4 come out? Here’s what we know
Steven Rondina
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Metroid Prime 4 has been in development purgatory, but it’s confirmed to still be in the works. Here’s what we know about when it may drop. The next installment in the popular series was first revealed in 2017 with development to be handled by Bandai Namco. The news was met with praise from fans, as the first title is widely held up as one of the best games of its …
Fun facts about Toad, Nintendo’s most confusing character
Olivia Richman
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Toad is a constant in almost every Mario game, from classic platformers to sports spin-offs. Toad also has his own game, Captain Toad Treasure Tracker. Despite being in every Mario Party, Mario Kart, and Paper Mario game to date, not much is known about this mysterious and raspy-voiced Nintendo character. So who is Toad? Toad was first introduced in Super Mario Bros. in 1985, depicted as a race of people …
The next wave of online gaming and betting is here
William Davis
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Players worldwide are now getting the chance to take advantage of new opportunities for gaming and betting that didn’t exist in years past. Wanting to know how you can take part? Here’s information that can help you to get involved. The advent of the internet has created many new opportunities for players and gamers alike. As digital entertainments have risen sharply and many of them have been taken online, players …
How to use and upgrade spirit summons in Elden Ring
Steven Rondina
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The ability to use and upgrade spirit summons is one of the biggest differences between Elden Ring and past FromSoftware titles. There’s a debate to be had about whether Elden Ring or Dark Souls games are more challenging. The reason that’s a discussion at all is because of the introduction of spirit summons in Elden Ring. Without them, Elden Ring would be decidedly more difficult. The gameplay between Elden Ring …
When will PC Dark Souls servers come back online?
Steven Rondina
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The multiplayer servers for all Dark Souls games are still down on PC, but when will they come back online? The Dark Souls franchise is one of the most enduring multiplayer games in existence. Though the games are technically single-player experiences, there are PVE and PVP components that make every playthrough unique. Or at least there were until January. Ahead of the release of Elden Ring, Namco Bandai announced that …
Here are the secret achievements and trophies in Elden Ring
Steven Rondina
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Despite a load of secret achievements and hidden trophies, Elden Ring is one of the easiest FromSoftware games to 100%. Games like Dark Souls 3 and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice previously required players to do an enormous amount of grinding in order to get every trophy or achievement. On top of this were trophies that required players to complete NPCs’ questlines, which were finicky and could be irreparably failed for …
Has Metroid Prime 4 been canceled? Here’s what we know
Steven Rondina
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Metroid Prime 4 is one of the most hotly anticipated games for the Nintendo Switch, but many think it’s been canceled. Why is that? Metroid Prime 4 was first announced in 2017, with development stemming from a partnership between Nintendo and Bandai Namco. News was scarce for years after, with minimal information coming out until 18 months later. In a surprise announcement in January 2019, Nintendo executive Shinya Takahashi revealed …
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