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Why many gamers may soon become racing fans
William Davis
Our world is becoming increasingly digital, with more and more people using devices and computers to watch and interact with the events surrounding us. The boundary between a TV series and a sporting event is now so blurred that this world affects us on several levels because the protagonists are often the same. It’s as if the digital universe was composed of spheres of influence that continue to intersect and …
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Will the Arbiter appear in the Halo show?
Nicholas James
Thel’Vadam, often simply called the Arbiter, is the signature Sangheili in the Halo games, making him a prominent character in the series. But will the Arbiter show up in the Halo show? The live-action adaptation of Halo on Paramount Plus has taken many creative decisions to differentiate itself from the Halo games. So far, there’s been no concrete sign of the Arbiter appearing in the first season of the Halo …
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These are the best racers to use in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Olivia Richman
Players can excel in Mario Kart by memorizing the map shortcuts and learning how to properly drift. But if you want to consistently place first in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, you may need to drop your favorite racer in favor of one of the best ones. Everyone has their favorite Mario Kart racer. Yoshi is a fan favorite from back in the N64 days and Nintendo fans love Toad for …
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The best Sims 4 mods for multiplayer, design, and more
William Davis
The right set of mods can make The Sims 4 feel like a brand new game. The Sims 4 is one of the best casual simulation games of all time, but not every part has aged gracefully since its 2014 release. From finicky menus and placement systems to barebones game modes, there’s a lot to add to the game. DLC is an option, but the Sims 4 community has also …
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When does Halo Wars 2 take place? Here’s what we know
Nicholas James
The second outing for Halo RTS series Halo Wars takes place many years out from the original Halo game, but when exactly does Halo Wars 2 take place? Halo Wars 2 follows the story of the UNSC Spirit of Fire and introduces the Banished faction, who would go on to be the central antagonists in Halo Infinite. The game follows the crew of the Spirit of Fire, which has been …
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We now know the Warhammer 40,000: Darktide release date
Nicholas James
The spiritual successor to Warhammer: Vermintide brings players to the horrifying depths of a hive city in the grimdark future, and now know the Warhammer 40,000: Darktide release date. The Vermintide games from developer Fat Shark took players behind the wheel of characters in Games Workshop’s Warhammer Fantasy’s last cataclysmic days, battling hordes of the Skaven ratfolk along the way. Darktide takes that same formula but transports it to the …
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These are the 10 best games to play on Steam Deck right now
Steven Rondina
The Steam Deck has taken the gaming world by storm, but with tens of thousands of games available on Steam, which games are the best to play on Deck? In theory, Valve has the answer to that question with the “Great on Deck” filter in the Steam Store. The trouble is that users have reported serious issues with a number of titles given that billing. On top of that, Great …
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smooya leaks salary numbers for s1mple, NiKo, ZywOo, and more
William Davis
Ever wonder what how much money s1mple makes? We now have an answer thanks to a leak from a fellow pro player. During a late-night stream, Owen “smooya” Butterfield revealed the estimated salaries of several prominent Counter-Strike: Global Offensive pros. He leaked the general salaries of multiple teams along with the monthly income for top players including Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev and Nikola “NiKo” Kovač. Exact salaries are difficult to find …
A look into the future of esports betting in Canada
William Davis
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Canadian gambling laws have undergone huge changes over the past few months and further changes have continued into this year. Prior to 2021, all forms of gambling were prohibited apart from certain provincially approved options. Single-bet sports betting or single-game betting was banned in all provinces, even though other types of gambling were permitted. While casinos are run by private companies, the suppliers of these services are technically the gambling …
How to figure out which version of WWE 2K22 you should buy
Steven Rondina
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With the game now launched and reviews posted, the only question remaining for pro wrestling fans is which version of WWE 2K22 should you buy if you’re interested in getting into the new game. For the last few years, the WWE 2K series has looked to upsell players by offering early access to the game. For WWE 2K22, the Deluxe Edition and nWo 4-Life Edition launched four days before the …
New banners, Kamisato Ayaka returns in Genshin Impact 2.6
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Kamisato Ayaka will return in the new Genshin Impact character banner of update 2.6. Hoyoverse has revealed the content plan for the second half of Genshin Impact 2.6. The biggest announcement is the next round of character banners, which will feature fan-favorite and popular meta pick Kamisato Ayaka beginning April 19. She is joined by a rerun of her signature five-star weapon Mistsplitter Reforged. Fans who suddenly need more free …
Could Kurt Angle and Lita be coming to WWE 2K22?
Steven Rondina
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WWE 2K22 has a long list of names from WWE’s past, but Kurt Angle and Lita aren’t currently among them. Will that be changing anytime soon? Longtime fans of WWE have plenty of choice when it comes to playing as champions of yesteryear. There are iconic names from the past including Andre the Giant, Randy Savage, and Kevin Nash all present and accounted for. There are some omissions related to …
These slots were adapted from video games
William Davis
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Since the invention of the first video games, people have enjoyed them in arcades, their homes, or at their friends’ houses. Some of these games have become forgotten, while others have grown so big that they have attracted the interest of casino game developers. Video games are often used as inspiration for casino slot games. These slot games are inspired by both modern and retro games, with these ones being …
Insane zip glitch pushes Elden Ring speedrun below nine minutes
William Davis
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Elden Ring speedruns are now clocking in at under 10 minutes thanks to the insane zip glitch. Renowned speedrunner Distortion2 has once again set a new world record speedrun for Elden Ring with the mastery of the zip glitch. The current world record is now set at just eight minutes and 56 seconds. The insanely fast time is due to the use of the zip, which propels players a massive …
Bloodhound Step ruins Elden Ring PvP, here’s how to counter it
William Davis
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Bloodhound Step appears to have no real counter in Elden Ring, but there are a few things PvPers can do to deal with it. Bloodhound Step is quickly becoming one of the most hated Ashes of War in Elden RIng PvP. It’s blindingly fast, creates a ton of distance, and is almost completely invincible. Players who focus on competitive multiplayer are growing tired of Bloodhound Step, but there are a …
Salt and Sacrifice release date, platforms, and more revealed
William Davis
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Hungry for a new Soulslike after playing Elden Ring? The release date for Salt and Sacrifice is right around the corner, ready to sate players looking for a new challenge. Salt and Sanctuary fans have spent months looking forward to the game’s sequel, and Salt and Sacrifice is now just a few weeks away. With an expected release date of May 10, 2022, the 2D soulslike will once again capture …
Here’s everything we know so far about Kingdom Hearts 4
Steven Rondina
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Kingdom Hearts 4 is a reality and Square-Enix is giving fans their first taste of the highly-anticipated new game. At an event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Kingdom Hearts series, the publisher dropped a trailer revealing three new titles. The highlight was Kingdom Hearts 4, which had an intriguing trailer that seemingly showed off some new gameplay. Not only did that trailer show off a new look for Sora, …
Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe finally has its release date set
William Davis
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The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe release date marks the return of the non-Euclidean officescape, bumbling protagonist Stanley, and the sweet tones of narrator Kevin Brighting. The Stanley Parable Ultra Deluxe is finally on its way after repeated delays. WIth a release slated for April 27, fans have a lot to be excited for. The new version promises to maintain all of the content from the original along with a massive …
Is golf coming to Nintendo Switch Sports? Here’s what we know
Olivia Richman
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Nintendo Switch Sports is the highly anticipated sequel to Wii Sports, and fans of the iconic series are wondering what will be carried over from the original. The theme maybe? And which sports will return? One thing that definitely won’t be coming to Nintendo Switch Sports immediately is golf. Nintendo Switch Sports is coming at the end of April 2022, with Nintendo revealing more and more information about the game …
Here’s what’s new in Back 4 Blood Tunnels of Terror DLC
Nicholas James
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The Back 4 Blood Tunnels of Terror DLC is arriving on April 12, 2022, with a ton of new content for fans of the horde survival shooter. From new weapons to new player cards, levels, and more, the new expansion to the hit shooter offers several brand new elements to keep gameplay fresh. In the aptly-named Back 4 Blood Tunnels of Terror, players will descend beneath the earth’s surface to …
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