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Want to get all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s how!
Olivia Richman
You may be wondering what the stars mean after you complete a cup in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. These stars are actually the game’s ranking system, and the better you do in a cup, the more stars you’ll see. Want to get all the stars in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Here’s how you can do it. The highest number of stars you can earn for each Grand Prix cup in …
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The five most popular esports games in 2022
William Davis
The popularity of esports is increasing each year and more gamers are looking for new adventures. That has seen gaming as a whole reach new heights, but the esports industry is forced to constantly morph around new game releases Sites like fragster.com are regularly covering different esports tournaments and events around the globe. Games like Apex Legends and Valorant have changed the industry overnight, however. What are the Most Popular Esports …
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7 best video game-themed slot machines
William Davis
Online gambling is already a game, so slot machines themes after video games is a natural progression. Video game-themed slots offer a wide variety of gambling opportunities that will make regular gamers feel right at home. When it comes to picking the right machine for you, there are plenty of options to consider. Of course, the most important thing about them is how often they pay out. The official Tomb …
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How much will Stray cost when it comes out? Less than you think
Olivia Richman
Stray is finally coming to PC and PlayStation after years of delays and mystery. Featuring a cat with a robot companion, Stray is an indie game set in an apocalyptic, lonely sci-fi city with players using their cat-inspired abilities and senses to find their family. So how much will Stray cost being an indie game? Stray will launch on July 19, 2022 for PC, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. It …
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All about Forza Horizon 5, from its game modes to DLC content
William Davis
Forza Horizon 5 remains the premier arcade racing game for all consoles and PC. With a massive open world to explore and hundreds of cars to collect, Forza Horizon 5 is still a must-buy racing game more than a year after its release date. A big part of its critical and commercial success stems from its varied game modes and extensive customization options. Here’s everything you need to know about …
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The most popular esports games and their biggest tournaments
William Davis
There are many esports titles, but some are just developer side projects while others set the pace for the rising world of esports. As esports grow more popular, other industries are latching on for everything from million-dollar partnerships to offering esport bets across several titles. Along with their regular popularity, all of the most popular esports also feature a massive yearly tournament to end the competitive season. Here are the …
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Here’s how the new meter system works in Street Fighter 6
William Davis
The meter in Street Fighter 6 is a essentially greatest hits collection of the series’ best mechanics, and fans are already excited about it. Meter has been a significant part of the franchise ever since Super Street Fighter II Turbo introduced the concept way back in 1994. Street Fighter III introduced alternative supers and EX moves, while Street Fighter 4 added a special canceling option in the form of focus …
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Will the Sega Mega Drive Mini 2 get a North America release?
Steven Rondina
Sega is getting back into the hardware business with the Sega Mega Drive Mini 2, but is it coming out in the United States, Europe, or anywhere outside Japan? Sega announced that it was set to unveil something on June 3. As always, fan speculation ran wild. Would it be Yakuza 8? Persona 6? A new Sonic game to go alongside Sonic Origins and Sonic Frontiers? Instead, Sega revealed a …
What does Yae Miko scale off of? The best artifacts to farm
William Davis
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Yae Miko is a controversial figure in Genshin Impact, but learning what she scales off of can make her feel like a true five-star. As the enigmatic controller of the Grand Narukami Shrine, players had high expectations for Yae Miko’s character banner. At five-star rarity, players expected a powerful sub DPS that could literally rain lightning down on foes. That’s what they got, but between the botched Yae Miko buff …
FaZe Clan pro says he doesn’t support FaZe’s LGBTQ+ messaging
Olivia Richman
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FaZe Clan joined the majority of esports organizations and gaming companies on June 1 by announcing its support for Pride Month. This caused some chaos in the esports community, however, when one of FaZe Clan’s members denounced the tweet. “Sending love to our LGBTQ+ friends, family, and community,” FaZe Clan tweeted along with a rainbow-fyed logo. The Pride Month tweet caused a lot of drama in the gaming community. Some …
Reports give hint on GTA 6 release date, and it’s bad news
Fariha Bhatti
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Rockstar Games has several hit titles under its belt, but nothing matches the Grand Theft Auto franchise. Fans of the free-roaming game are now waiting for GTA 6 with bated breath but a leak suggests that the game’s release date is far in the future. Rockstar has rolled out some of the greatest gaming titles in its storied history but GTA’s open-world charm remains irreplaceable. Whether it’s offline missions or …
Leak may have just revealed every Street Fighter 6 character
Steven Rondina
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The full list of Street Fighter 6 characters may have just been included as part of a social media leak. While fans just got their first proper taste of Street Fighter 6’s gameplay at PlayStation’s State of Play event, a heaping helping of info may have dropped onto the internet shortly after. A sheet of character art is making the rounds on Twitter showing a mix of both redesigned old …
Is Street Fighter 6 PS5 exclusive or will it come out on Xbox?
Steven Rondina
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More is becoming known about the next installment in the Street Fighter series, but one of the most important questions about the game is what platforms it will be on. In particular, will Street Fighter 6 be a PlayStation exclusive, or will it also come out on Xbox? Traditionally speaking, the Street Fighter franchise has been platform-neutral in the last 30 years of console wars. Not every version of every …
Here’s the list of every confirmed Street Fighter 6 character
Steven Rondina
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A new challenger is coming your way, and it’s set to have a strong mix of classic and new fighters. Here’s a list of every character confirmed for Street Fighter 6. Information on the upcoming fighting game has been coming on a slow drip. Though it was revealed several months ago, minimal information on the gameplay and features of the game have been given. The one thing that’s been shown …
The Resident Evil 4 Remake release date has been confirmed
William Davis
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The release of the Resident Evil 4 Remake is still a ways away, but fans finally have a date to circle on their calendar. Or maybe on their next calendar. The recent PlayStation State of Play presentation gave fans a first look at the highly anticipated Resident Evil 4 Remake and confirmed an intended release date. Similar to other Resident Evil remakes, 4 will get expanded gameplay and brand-new graphics …
Leak reveals Powerpuff Girls and more characters in MultiVersus
Fariha Bhatti
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MultiVersus’ closed alpha was a smashing success, and it still has more to offer. According to a credible leaker, new characters are already making their way to 2022’s wildest crossover. The year’s hottest and most-anticipated free-to-play crossover was a massive hit among the few lucky players who got into alpha. As the release date draws closer, fans are growing eager to know more about WarnerBros’ unique fighting game. Heroes, villains, and …
Sims 4 Werewolves Game Pack gets official reveal after leaks
Olivia Richman
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While The Sims 5 may be the talk of the The Sims community today, The Sims 4 hasn’t been forgotten by fans or EA. Leakers just revealed the Werewolves Game Pack, offering a first look at the soon-to-be-announced content. The Sims 4 Germany site accidentally shared an image for the upcoming Werewolves Game Pack as part of a roadmap chart. The Sims team will do this during the roadmap season, …
This is everything in the WWE 2K22 Stand Back Pack DLC bundle
Steven Rondina
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The third WWE 2K22 DLC pack is set to arrive with the Stand Back Pack, and here’s everything fans will get in it. The Stand Back Pack was already set to be WWE 2K22’s most questionable bundle, but real-life troubles have seen it become even worse. Though WWE 2K22’s DLC bundles have included either five or six wrestlers, this one is now set to include just four. What happened to …
Should esports be considered a real sport?
William Davis
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An international audience of over 230 million people, competitive spirit, teamwork, victories and losses, training, betting, tournaments, and awards. What else is there to a sport? Not all sports involve actual physical activities like running, punching, jumping, or kicking a ball. Just look at chess! And yet, there are still lively debates around the question of whether esports should be categorized as a real sport and become a part of …
Here’s the first look at Sonic Frontiers’ gameplay and enemies
Olivia Richman
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The hype surrounding Sonic Frontiers is growing thanks to the release of its first gameplay trailer. Sonic the Hedgehog’s official Twitter account recently shared a “small preview” of Sonic Frontiers, featuring Sonic racing through a peaceful, expansive world and using his speed to take down massive enemies. With the gameplay preview now available, Sonic fans are even more excited about the heavily anticipated Sonic game. Here is what we know …
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