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When does Hogwarts Legacy take place? Here’s what we know
Fariha Bhatti
This year’s hottest RPG Hogwarts Legacy has garnered tons of attention for its setting in the iconic wizarding world of Harry Potter. But some Harry Potter fans are curious when does Hogwarts Legacy take place in time within the series’ lore? Since the game’s announcement in 2020, fans have been eager to know more about the magical Hogwarts universe. The immersive, open-world action role-playing game is a dream come true …
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Everything we know about the new Halo show after episode 1
Nicholas James
The Halo show has premiered on Paramount Plus, and here’s everything we know about the Halo show after episode 1. The live-action adaptation takes place in an alternate version of the Halo universe relative to the core Halo games, with a few key differences to note. Episode 1 of the Halo show introduces us to a new version of Master Chief, Doctor Halsey, and the world players know. Here are …
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This is the actor that plays Master Chief in the Halo TV show
Nicholas James
Fans will notice a different voice, and face, behind Spartan 117 in the new Halo TV show, so who plays Master Chief? The iconic voice of Steve Downes will not be behind the dulcet tones coming from the Master Chief’s helmet for the serialized adaptation on Paramount Plus. Here’s what you need to know about who plays Master Chief in the Halo show, where you might know him from, as …
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Is the Halo TV show canon? Halo’s Silver Timeline explained
Nicholas James
The Halo TV show exists in a strange place in relation to the story of the games, so is it canon? The new live-action adaptation of the massive Halo game series has just hit Paramount Plus. Many fans will immediately notice the differences between the world of the show and that of the games. The Halo TV show takes place in a separate version of canon known as the “Silver …
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All you need to know about Pickle for Baki Hanma season two
Steven Rondina
Baki Hanma season two is confirmed, and it revolves around a new character named Pickle. But who the heck is Pickle? The Baki franchise is somewhat unique in the way it mixes realism and absolute absurdity. After all, this is a series that took a character based on real-life Olympic hero Aleksandr Karelin and introduced him by having him fight a 50-foot-long anaconda. The character then became wheelchair-bound after a …
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How to find Diallos’ location and finish his Elden Ring questline
Steven Rondina
Diallos is one of the more complicated characters in Elden Ring, and players have the chance to see his story through. Diallos was one of several NPCs to receive expanded questlines in Elden Ring’s massive 1.03 patch. While he disappeared without explanation in the base version of the game, 1.03 updated the game to give his questline a second half. This comes in the form of a redemption arc for …
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What will the new Witcher game be about? Is Geralt involved?
Nicholas James
A new Witcher game is in development at CDProjekt Red, but what exactly will the new Witcher game be about, and will Geralt be making an appearance? Fans across the gaming space were excited to hear that a new Witcher game was in the process of being created when the Cyberpunk 2077 developer announced the latest Witcher installment was on its way. This would lead to a new chapter in …
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Looking at potential winners at ESL Pro League Season 15
William Davis
The ESL Pro League Season 15 is well underway and the esports betting market is already getting an increase in attention. For gamers that prefer wagering on individual games on a map or match winner basis, LV BET ticks a lot of boxes for the ESL Pro League. They offer handicap markets too, which can prove a good way of finding value on short-price favorites pre-match. New LV BET customers …
How to beat Alexander’s questline, get his shard in Elden Ring
Nicholas James
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The Shard of Alexander is a powerful talisman that massively raises the strength of skills, here’s how to get it from Iron Fist Alexander in Elden Ring. Alexander, Warrior Jar is an NPC that appears several times in Elden Ring and was prominently featured in the buildup to the game. Though he didn’t get a questline expansion in the most recent patch, he’s still a popular figure among fans. The …
Who and what is Kirby, and why is he so powerful?
Olivia Richman
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land is exciting Nintendo fans worldwide with its adorable protagonist, crazy new abilities, and 3D-platforming gameplay. This is the first Kirby game of its kind, creating immense hype for the game that spans beyond the usual Kirby fandom who already know all about Kirby lore. With so many new people becoming invested in Kirby, many people have questions about the mysterious pink ball. While it’s obvious …
Will the new Hogwarts Legacy game have multiplayer?
Fariha Bhatti
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Avalanche Software’s highly anticipated RPG is looking to be everything fans are wanting for and more, but will Hogwarts Legacy have multiplayer? The year’s most popular open-world game Hogwarts Legacy is a dream come true for Harry Potter fans. Exploring the infamous wizarding school would finally become possible in a virtual setting. The developer has announced key details for the game, but players want to know if they could band …
Baki Hanma season 2 teaser images featuring Pickle leaked
Steven Rondina
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Baki Hanma season two has been confirmed and it looks to be well into development, judging from early teaser images featuring Pickle. While there still hasn’t been a formal announcement by either Netflix the Baki team, what appears to be a leaked Japanese ad has landed on social media. A Reddit user posted the image, which shows a number of scenes from the Pickle arc. This gives fans a first …
Where to find all the Legendary Talismans in Elden Ring
Nicholas James
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The Legendary Talismans are some of the rarest and most powerful Talismans in Elden Ring, here’s where to find them all. There are eight legendary talismans, each associated with the gods and demigods of the Lands Between. They can be found throughout the game by players who keep a keen eye out. Several of these can help make or break powerful builds, and they’re worth picking up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AKXiKBnzpBQ There are …
Here’s the Black Knife Tiche Spirit Ash location in Elden Ring
William Davis
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Black Knife Tiche is an amazing Spirit Ash in Elden Ring, but getting it is very difficult. The Black Knives are a central part of the Elden Ring story. By murdering Godwyn with the stolen Rune of Death, the mysterious group kickstarted The Shattering and the fall of the Lands Between. There are several Black Knife assassins for the player to fight, but it’s also possible to summon one to …
Sorcery is either good or abysmal in Elden Ring, here’s why
William Davis
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Elden Ring sorcery isn’t nearly as good as its Dark Souls counterparts, but it still has plenty of niche uses. FromSoftware has a complicated history with magic. In the Dark Souls series, intelligence builds were stereotyped as an easy mode for their incredible damage output and strength against bosses. Arcane builds in Bloodborne only hit their stride in the latter stages of the game. Sekiro removed the concept of a …
WWE 2K22 full DLC schedule and wrestler roster revealed
Steven Rondina
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WWE 2K22 is set to receive a slew of DLC characters, and we have the full schedule and roster of wrestlers that are to be released. Take-Two Interactive isn’t leaving fans to wonder about which wrestlers are coming to its latest wrestling game. The publisher has confirmed the full lineup of characters coming to the game, with an assortment that ranges from “why are they here?” to “why are they …
Will South Africa ever join the esports arena?
William Davis
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Esports is experiencing a golden age right now. With a total global audience of half a billion viewers, it has far evolved from its early days of casual LAN gaming. The business side is worth nearly $2 billion, with annual growth expected to exceed 11%. Much of that growth is coming from two major markets at the moment, India and China. With a population of over 1 billion apiece and …
How to take down Godfrey, First Elden Lord in Elden Ring
Nicholas James
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Godfrey, First Elden Lord blocks the way up the castle in Leyndell, Royal Capital, here’s how to beat Godfrey in Elden Ring. Godfrey, like many bosses in Elden Ring, shows up twice. This guide covers the first time he’s encountered on the player’s first visit to Leyndell. The second time players fight Godfrey is very different and is part of a larger sequence of battles in the game. Godfrey can …
Will original Harry Potter characters be in Hogwarts Legacy?
Fariha Bhatti
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Hogwarts Legacy will give fans a brand new experience in the Wizarding World and players can’t help but wonder if original Harry Potter characters will appear in the game. The holiday season will see one of the most-anticipated RPGs of the year arrive on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. “Potterheads” will no longer have to endure random quizzes and sorting ceremony browser games …
How much money does it take to play Genshin Impact?
William Davis
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Genshin Impact may be free to play, but spending money is an easy way to improve the experience. Free-to-play games always come with a catch, and Genshin Impact is no exception. While players can download the world of Teyvat and play through all the story content for free, there’s no denying that the game is more fun with cash to spend. Five-star characters and weapons make everything easier, including experiencing …
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