Meet Your Maker: Best Traps (& Tips for Using Them)

The defensive side of things in games has not always been given the spotlight, but inMeet Your Maker, it is the key difference between letting raiders run riot or punishing them for even having the thought of invading a well-designed outpost. The smart use of traps will ensure that a high price has to be paid for any transgressions. Although it will take some time for players to get up to speed with both access and execution, it is recommended that they plan ahead and understand justwhat are the best traps and how to use them effectivelyinMeet Your Makerto rack up those kills and accolades....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 552 words · Janet Peterson

Metroid Dread is Catching Strays in Online 2D Game Debate

Although theMetroidfranchise did not make any appearances at Summer Game Fest,Metroid Dreadhas been dragged into a debate it really doesn’t belong in. Namely, two games revealed at the showcase,Sonic SuperstarsandPrince of Persia: The Lost Crown, have raised a topical debate: should2D gameshave full price tags on them? In a way,Metroid Dreadmakes sense as part of this debate and can be used to defend these titles, though it has errantly caught a few strays in the process as well....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 590 words · Garrett Frank

Minecraft: How To Get Mending Enchantment

Finding or making a favorite item inMinecraftis a bittersweet feeling; while it’s great to have it, it won’t last forever. Just about everything inMinecrafthas durability, evenNetherite Tools. But there are ways to mend beloved items, including the mending enchantment. RELATED:Minecraft: How to Make an Ender Chest Updated on Jul 18, 2025, by Anastasia Maillot:Mending continues to be one of the most important and powerful enchantments in the game, if not the most powerful....

July 27, 2025 · 4 min · 736 words · Joseph Graham

Mythic Quest Getting New Companion Series From Apple TV Plus

Apple TV Plusannounced a new spinoff for the hit comedy seriesMythic Quest.The new series, titledMere Mortals,will be an eight-episode companion toMythic Quest,exploring the universe and characters of the original show. Created by Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, and Megan Ganz,Mythic Questis a workplace comedy series set in and around a fictional video game studio. The series is currently in its third season and has already been renewed for a fourth season atApple TV Plus....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Michelle Hamilton

Odd Hogwarts Legacy Glitch Gives Deek Knight Armor

A player has spotted a glitch inHogwarts Legacythat gives Deek the house-elf a suit of armor. Developed by Avalanche Software,Hogwarts Legacyallows players to take up classes in the famous school of Witchcraft and Wizardry in an open-world game set some 100 years before Harry Potter stepped foot in the famous building, and as they explore they have a chance to encounter funny bugs like this. Since its release on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S earlier in the year,Hogwarts Legacyis currently the bestselling game of 2023....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 385 words · Alisha Stokes

Oshi no Ko: Why Akane Is More Suitable For Aqua

The following article contains spoilers for Oshi no Ko. The latest chapter is available onManga Plus.The anime adaptation is currently streaming onHIDIVE. Every anime season, the “best girl” argument always comes up. In some cases, there is a distinct bias on the production’s part, but forOshi no Ko, the entire female cast are made up of exceptionally written women. The eccentric Kana, for her drive and motivation to succeed; the excitable Ruby, with a passion for the arts; the funny and quirky Memcho, who’s always there to support her peers; the motherly Miyako, who mentored the Hoshino siblings; and the perceptive Akane, the mature and vigilant actress....

July 27, 2025 · 4 min · 768 words · Angela Carson

Overwatch 2 Fans Offer Suggestions To Solve Issues Relating To Unlocking Cosmetics

Fans ofOverwatch 2have assembled across social media to both express their discontent for current affairs regarding the prices of cosmetic items, and to offer suggestions to the game’s developers on how these issues could be overcome to make the game more consumer-friendly. ThoughOverwatch 2has faced a fair share of criticism due to a list of flaws that have pursued the game since it’s launch in October, the persisting issues relating to the availability and pricing of cosmetic items remain to be some of the biggest peeves for most fans....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 475 words · Gregory Stevens

PlayStation 5 Console Design: Will There Be a Black Console and Controller?

After months of waiting, Sony has finally shared itsPS5console design, but fans still find themselves left with more questions than answers. For one, the design itself is bizarre, with wide angles that seem directly in contrast to the sleek, angular look of the PS4. Beyond that, though, is the question of its color. Many had correctly assumed that the console itself would be two-toned (black and white) because of theDualSense’s color scheme, and while this has been confirmed, there are plenty wondering whether the console and controller will come in monochrome white or black options....

July 27, 2025 · 5 min · 967 words · Alexandria Smith

Pokemon GO Leak Reveals New Feature Coming to the Game

Pokemon GOleakers revealed that a new feature is coming to Niantic’s game. With nearly 10 years of existence,Pokemon GOstill keeps players engaged by frequently releasing updates with different content. It is something that besides entertaining players has keptPokemon GOrelevant even in tough times like the pandemic. One of the features thatPokemon GOplayers can explore is Raid Battles. Raids are special events that take place inPokemon GO’s Gyms and have different types....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 397 words · Michael Wong

Pokemon GO: How to Get Shiny Nosepass (And Evolve Into Probopass)

InPokemon GO, shiny Pokemon variants are included, much like many in other spin-off and mainline titles in the series. However, inPokemon GO, the shiny Pokemon variants are not always released at the same time. Often, a Pokemon specimen will be added to the game, and then its shiny form will make a debut further down the line—usually in the form of some specialized themed event. Furthermore, through these various themed events and in-game opportunities, some Pokemon who have shiny forms available in-game also receive boosted shiny rates for these limited times, giving Trainers a better chance at meeting these lucky odds and witnessing a shiny encounter....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 435 words · Jessica Patrick

PS4 and Xbox One May Not Be Powerful Enough to Run Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur’s Gate 3had its big unveiling yesterday at PAX East, complete with over an hour of gameplay footage and an absolutely wildopening cinematic video. In the wake of the presentation, developers from Larian Studios are going into a little more detail about the technicalities of the game, including the reasons it’ll be available for PC and Google Stadia, but not PS4 and Xbox One. Larian Studios did a lot of things differently withBaldur’s Gate 3, expanding the company’s numbers significantly, and in an unusual turn for games of this size and caliber, it’s being self-published....

July 27, 2025 · 3 min · 492 words · Suzanne Parker

PUBG: Battlegrounds is Teaming Up With Hot Pockets for New Promotion

Brand partnerships are a common part of the video game industry, whether it’sHaloand Nerf orCall of Dutyand Doritos.PUBGis no stranger to these types of partnerships, either.PUBG Mobilehas partnered with Butterfingers,PUBG: New Statepartnered with Slice to support local pizza restaurants, and nowPUBG: Battlegroundshas an exciting new partnership, too. Kraton confirmed recently thatPUBG: Battlegroundsis partnering with Hot Pockets to offer players a chance at an exclusive skin.Through July 31, 15 million Hot Pocket frozen sandwich packages will be adorned with a specialPUBG: Battlegroundsbranding....

July 27, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Lisa Hunt

Scariest Abnormal Titans In Attack On Titan

Summary As its title suggests, theTitans are a key elementof theAttack on Titananime & manga series. And while the Nine Shifting Titans may be the first ones that come to mind, the Abnormal Titans shouldn’t be forgotten either: A rare type of pure Titan that can show unusual behavior, intelligence, appearance, etc. Abnormal Titans can be some of the most terrifying creatures in the series, since they are often stronger than a regular Pure Titan, but they still keep their animal-like ferocity....

July 27, 2025 · 7 min · 1431 words · Ashley Watkins