Xbox Gamer Sends Halo Themed Series X in For Repair, Told They Could Be Getting Basic Console Back

One gamer fortunate enough to have purchased a limited-editionHalo InfiniteXbox Series Xhas also been unfortunate enough to have the console stop working and sent in for repair. What first appeared to be a simple case of sending the console back to Microsoft and receiving a fixed console or equivalent replacement turned sour as the user was delivered a basicXbox Series X. While the ongoing console shortages appear to be easing up, many players are still having difficulty acquiring new consoles like the Xbox Series X....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Cody Williams

10 Best Space Sim Open-World Games, Ranked

Summary Open-world titles have explored a wide range of themes and genres over the years that have captivated players and left them free to wander. One of the most popular themes that have left players to adventure freely is that of space which has been made even greater through the genre of simulation. These space simulators have onlybecome more popularover the years with many looking forward to the likes of the Xbox and PC exclusive ofStarfield....

July 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1286 words · Joseph Mccarty

10 Things About Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War's Multiplayer We Hope They Change Before Release

Treyarch and Raven have been nice enough the grantPlayStation 4owners a small taste of the multiplayer component from this years’s upcomingCall of Dutyentry,Black Ops Cold War. The build is not an exact representation of what will come packed with the game on November 13th, so fans should reserve judgement of the mode until it hits store shelves and digital marketplaces. Related:5 Reasons We’re Excited For Call Of Duty Black Ops Cold War (And 5 Reasons We’re Worried)...

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 908 words · Lisa Wilson

A Playable Zelda Would Be a Game Changer for Breath of the Wild 2

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2is on the way, and though it’s been some time since the original trailer released, fan expectations for the best-selling Switch game’s sequel have only gotten higher. The new game appears to take place after the events of the firstBreath of the Wild, and the trailer sees Link and Princess Zelda exploring the ruins of Hyrule castle before discovering what appears to be the corpse of Ganon, just as he reanimates and the castle itself appears to begin lifting off from its foundations....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 907 words · Stephen Hodges

A Red Dead Redemption Remake Has to Maintain One Advantage Over RDR2

Rockstar Games’Red Dead Redemptionseems to be getting a remake. This remake represents an opportunity for the developers to introduce some of the modern functionality of the series most recent entry,Red Dead Redemption 2,to the original. While the addition of features fromRed Dead Redemption 2could help to make the original game more immersive and modern, there are some things that the original game did better than its sequel, and it would be a shame to see those things changed....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 616 words · Sherri Lindsey

AEW's Best Pay-Per-View Could Lead To Fight Forever's Best DLC

AEW Fight Forevercould get a big DLC boost by using one of AEW’s most heralded Pay-Per-View events as inspiration. While the game has released in a somewhat basic state, it has room to grow as many other games have before it. The roster alone is a big source of potential expansions, since there have been many wrestlers that have already competed for AEW in its short history, many of whom have built names for themselves elsewhere....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 629 words · Lawrence Velasquez

Apex Legends Duos Mode Returns for Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is coming soon, and forApex Legendsplayers that means the return of the much-loved Duos mode. First introduced back in November, Duos allows players of thebattle royale gameto form teams of two instead of the usual three. Many fans hoped Duos would become a permanent new mode, but it sadly went away after a short run. Now developer Respawn is bringing back this fan favorite toApex Legends(again, only for a limited time) as part of its Valentine’s Day event, which starts tomorrow, February 11th....

July 18, 2025 · 2 min · 419 words · Shannon White

Apex Legends Exploit Lets Rampart Players Access Loot Vaults without a Key

Season 11 ofApex Legendsis more than halfway complete, meaning that the game is currently in the second Ranked split of the season. Along with a soft reset to player rankings, Ranked play in the battle royale has swapped out thenew Storm Point mapfor the ever-popular World’s Edge. Recently, one fan discovered an exploit that made collecting high-tier loot easier at various locations around this map. Apex Legendsincludes 3 maps, each with unique features to help differentiate them....

July 18, 2025 · 3 min · 448 words · Dr. Jackie Smith

Ark Survival Evolved: How To Tame A Triceratops

Despite the Triceratops being one of the most beginner-friendly creatures available to tame inArk: Survival Evolved, it can still be a real challenge to master. Each animal requires a different taming method and some can end up fighting back, which often has rather devastating consequences. Luckily, the Triceratops is one many will be able to master quickly and isn’t the mostchallenging dinosaur to tame. RELATED:Pro Tips For Ark: Survival Evolved You Need To Know Interestingly, even though the Triceratops is one of the easier animals to tame inthis open-world survival game, it’s still an effective companion to have on the player’s side....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 796 words · Pamela Brown

Barry Season 3 Episode 5 Review

Warning: This review contains spoilers for season 3, episode 5 ofBarry. Bill Hader’s genre-bending HBO hitBarryhas charged into the second half of its third season with “crazytimesh*tshow,” directed by series co-creator Alec Berg and written by Emily Heller. The episode follows on from last week’s bombshell twist of Sally finally seeing Barry’s true colors and breaking up with him. Barry moves back in with his actor friends, who have since turned his bedroom into an “audition room” with a tiny space on the floor where he can sleep....

July 18, 2025 · 5 min · 984 words · Linda Clark

Beginner Tips For Blade Assault

Blade Assaultis a 2D roguelite platformer that touts its beautiful pixel graphics and fast-paced combat that takes place in a post-apocalyptic and desolate sci-fi world.Players must fight their way through hordes of enemiesas fast as they can without dying in the process. RELATED:Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Storm Ground Fuses Roguelite Elements With Tile-Based Strategy There are some players who will be able to immediately take toBlade Assaultand have it feel natural to them....

July 18, 2025 · 4 min · 790 words · Shawn Mendoza

Best Thin Laptops in 2024

Thin laptops are a testament to the incredible integration of power and portability we’ve achieved. These sleek devices challenge the notion that “bigger is better” by offering desktop-level performance in a form that easily fits into your bag. This evolution means that choosing between convenience and capability is no longer necessary. With numerous options available, this guide aims to help you select the ideal thin laptop, ensuring your next purchase is both informed and exciting....

July 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1720 words · Rachel Neal

Best Toys For Bob Games

Summary A body of work does not get more varied than that of American video game developerToys For Bob, who began its existence in sci-fi action-strategy games before graduating to video game genres such as skateboarding, movie IPs, and games cross-compatible with physical toys to name just a few. Likemany overlooked developers, gamers will be surprised to learn that Toys For Bob has been operating for over three decades, releasing its first video game in 1990....

July 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1237 words · Shaun Jones