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Halo fans are mad about Cortana design in Paramount+ TV series
Olivia Richman
Fans of the iconic Halo video game franchise have been skeptical about the live-action adaptation since it was first announced. When Halo players didn’t see Cortana in the first episode of the Paramount+ series, many became confused. But then it only got worse once Cortana finally made an appearance. At the start of the television series, Cortana is apparently still in development. The AI is meant to be a clone …
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Why esports fans are increasingly getting into sports betting
William Davis
Sports betting has long been a major part of sporting culture and tradition around the world. Is esports now going to see the same rise of betting as it continues to grow in popularity? It’s no secret that sports betting is a huge part of traditional sporting culture. This is true regardless of location or the game being played. Across the world, sports fans seek out opportunities to further invest …
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Genshin Impact moves to fix Yae Miko after broken buffs
William Davis
Yae Miko fans were excited for buffs in update 2.6, but joy quickly turned to disappointment. HoYoLab has announced that the Yae Miko changes rolled out in Genshin Impact update 2.6 will be reverted in an upcoming patch. The intended buff actually makes Yae Miko completely useless against shielded enemies. The developer says this has caused massive fan complaints. The short-term solution is to roll the Yae Miko buffs back …
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All the Lighthouse expansion details for Escape From Tarkov
Nicholas James
There are big changes coming to Tarkov’s newest locale, Lighthouse. This mysterious area will be more accessible in the future but comes with a few new challenges. Here are all the details on the Lighthouse expansion in Escape From Tarkov. The Lighthouse expansion in Escape From Tarkov is the next big update fans have been waiting for. The newest map, Lighthouse, has had a small spit of land made inaccessible …
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What happened to Sellen in Elden Ring and can you save her?
Steven Rondina
Regardless of what choices the Elden Ring player makes or who they side with, Sellen does not come out of her questline in a good spot. Is there a way to save Sellen, though? While nobody really comes out of their questlines better off than they were when they entered it in Elden Ring, the possible endings to Sellen’s quest are all a gutpunch. Sellen stands out as one of …
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The new F1 manager game is officially launching
William Davis
Many have dreamed of leading our very own Formula One team to glory. That vision excites F1 fans and gamers all around the world and will soon be a reality. Frontier Developments has teamed up with Formula 1 to release F1® Manager 2022. Its the first of its kind managerial game in F1 that promises players authentic and thrilling experiences on and off the track. Frontier Development hasn’t revealed the …
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What is the Forerunner Keystone in the new Halo show?
Nicholas James
A strange artifact is taking center stage in the new Halo TV show. Just what is the Forerunner Keystone, and what role will it play in the plot? In the first episode of the new Halo show, Master Chief’s Silver Team thwarted a Covenant attack on a rebel outpost in Madrigal and stole the item the excavation team was sent to extract. The mysterious artifact brings back Master Chief’s memories …
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Who is Soren-066, the rogue Spartan in the Halo show?
Nicholas James
A new character has been introduced in the live-action Halo adaptation. Here’s everything you need to know about Soren-066 in the Halo show. Master Chief visits an old friend in the second episode of the Halo show on Paramount Plus, a rogue Spartan recruit who many fans won’t recognize from the games. However, Soren does exist in the canon of the Halo games, introduced in the 2004 book Halo: Evolutions …
When will Cortana show up in the Halo show? Is she different?
Nicholas James
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The Master Chief’s AI sidekick hasn’t appeared in the Paramount Plus live-action adaptation, so when will Cortana show up in the Halo show? Cortana is the iconic companion to Master Chief in the Halo games, the two of them working in tandem to save humanity. Master Chief hasn’t yet met his stalwart friend in the show, but she’s starting to be mentioned. With many differences between the Halo show and …
Here are the cities and schedule for Pokemon GO Fest 2022
Steven Rondina
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Pokemon GO Fest 2022 has been confirmed along with the return of a live event component to the event. So where will Pokemon GO Fest 2022 actually take place? In an announcement on the Pokemon GO website, Niantic confirmed the return of GO Fest. While this isn’t surprising, the company also announced that there will be real-life GO Fest festivities in a few cities around the world. This will be …
Halo TV show boasts record viewership despite fan controversy
Olivia Richman
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The Halo TV show received negative feedback from longtime fans of the game series but that didn’t stop curious gamers from tuning in. Halo now stands as Paramount+’s most-watched series premiere worldwide within 24 hours of its release. No viewership numbers were made public by Paramount+ but it should be noted that Yellowstone prequel 1883 drew in nearly 5 million viewers when it aired on the same network. Halo debuted …
Here’s how to easily connect your Nintendo Switch to a TV
Steven Rondina
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The Nintendo Switch being a console-handheld hybrid sets it apart from the PlayStation and Xbox platforms, but that hybrid ability is only appealing if you connect your Switch to a TV. Though the Switch can be played in handheld mode directly out of the box by just plugging in a game cartridge, there’s a good bit of extra setup required for anyone looking to play their Switch on the TV. …
E3 2022 has allegedly been completely canceled, but why?
Olivia Richman
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E3 has traditionally been one of the biggest gaming industry events around the globe, but it has been running into some snags recently. E3 was set to be a virtual event in 2022, similar to how it was run in 2021. Last year, E3 was hosted online by the Entertainment Software Association after skipping 2020 completely. The virtual E3 was nowhere near as hype as it was in previous years, …
How many Elden Ring bosses are required to beat the game?
William Davis
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There are many boss fights in Elden Ring, but players can beat FromSoftware’s newest game in as few as 11. Elden Ring is all about boss fights. The open world of the Lands Between is fun to explore, but sprawling dungeons and treacherous quests almost always end with a bombastic battle against a larger-than-life enemy. While certainly fun, it’s also possible to beat the game in under a dozen major …
Are bots and constant changes ruining the online gaming experience for some players?
William Davis
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Video gaming is a huge business now. It’s so far removed from the arcades that sprung up in the 1970s that the two eras are almost unrecognizable. The very concept of a “pro gamer” was a pipe dream not all that long ago. Esports is seen as having so much potential that even the biggest casinos in Las Vegas are turning jumping in. Money is pouring into the games industry …
Every Elden Ring trophy and achievement, which are missable
William Davis
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FromSoftware loves hidden achievements, but fans love sniffing them out even more. Elden Ring has a ton of achievements and trophies to earn either by collecting ultra-rare items or defeating the game’s toughest boss, but some are missable. Achievement hunters have a ton to dig into, especially since some achievements are straight-up impossible on a single save file. Here are all the achievements in Elden Ring and which one completionists …
How to beat the hardest minigame in Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Olivia Richman
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Many players are complaining that Kirby and the Forgotten Land is too easy, but they have clearly not played the Tilt-and-Roll minigame. Kirby and the Forgotten Land is a game celebrated by completionists due to the many missions hidden within each level. But there are also minigames players can access within each world and in Waddle Dee Town. The most challenging of these is the toughest level of Tilt-and-Roll. Tilt-and-Roll …
4 tips for Elden Ring players starting the Dark Souls games
Steven Rondina
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Have you become the Elden Lord only to find yourself wanting more FromSoftware gameplay? The entire Dark Souls series, Bloodborne, and Sekiro are all there for you, but what tips should Elden Ring players know before jumping into any of these games? The Soulsborne franchise is 13 years old now, and things have changed in many ways over those 13 years. On top of that, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has …
Awesome bedroom ideas every gamer will geek out over
William Davis
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Do you love spending time playing games in your bedroom? If so, you’re going to love these awesome bedroom design ideas that celebrate your favorite hobby. Most people think of bedrooms as a place to sleep. But with the right design, your bedroom can be transformed into a gamer’s paradise. If you’re looking for some inspiration, keep reading. These are some of the most unique and aesthetic ways to transform …
Where are the Halo rings in the new Halo show?
Nicholas James
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The titular Halo rings haven’t yet shown up in the live-action adaptation on Paramount Plus, so where are the Halo rings in the Halo show? The Halo rings are ancient artifacts created by the fallen stellar empire known as the Forerunners, enormous synthetic rings with atmospheres and landmasses running along the inner side. These rings collectively form a last resort superweapon capable of wiping out all organic life in the …
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