Elden Ring Fan Makes Impressive Pixel Art of Liurnia

Summary A fan of the critically acclaimed open-world RPGElden Ringhas created a wonderful pixel art piece of one of the game’s major areas, Liurnia of the Lakes. The creator of the work uploaded their illustration online and has received praise from netizens. Elden Ring, developed by Japanese studio From Software, is known for its oftentimes ruthless difficulty and memorable boss fights. The 2022 title is also celebrated by players for its dark, mystical world that contains all sorts of characters, from friendly NPCs to the most grotesque of monsters....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 543 words · Marcus Richardson

Elden Ring: What Is Arteria Leaf Used For And How To Get It

Elden Ringfeatures quite a few mechanics for players to master. Those that are jumping into the adventure are likely overwhelmed by the combat, which is definitely quite a bit harder than most other adventure games and RPGs. It has quite the learning curve, and it can take players a while to truly understand the combat mechanics and how to best attack certain foes. Because of this, and all the dangers that are lurking in the Lands Between, it’s easy to understand why many players are so fixated on surviving that they miss out on some of the other useful mechanics that the game has to offer....

June 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1088 words · Dustin Estrada

Final Fantasy 14: Dragonsong's Reprise Ultimate Raid Phase 3 Guide

Getting to phase three ofFinal Fantasy 14’sDragonsong’s Reprise Ultimate is difficult and worth celebrating. Coming to this point means the raid party has gotten past phase one against Adelphel, Grinnaux, and Charibert; as well as phase two against Thordan and his knights. Both of the previous phases are quite challenging, but theFFXIVraid party is not done yet and this next phase is not the last. In this phase, the raid will fightagainst Estinienpossessed by Nidhogg....

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 742 words · Amanda Elliott

Five Years Later, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard is Still Worth Revisiting

At the end of the month,Resident Evil 7: Biohazardwill be turning five years old. Even the most diehardResident Evilfans will agree that the franchise has seen some major ups and downs over the course of its life, butResident Evil 7was an entry that breathed new life into a franchise formula that was beginning to become a bit stale. Thanks to some clever moves made by Capcom, the game was able to bring the series back into mainstream gaming popularity, resulting inRE7’s followup,Resident Evil Village,being hugely popular and cited as one of 2021’s best games....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 575 words · Lori Underwood

Genshin Impact Player Explains One of the Most Common Mistakes People Make in the Game

Genshin Impact has a unique combat system which requires players to combine different elements to trigger elemental reactions which amplify their damage. The game’s multiple RNG layers make it almost impossible to have a perfect build, so players often fall into the trap of chasing only two or three stats. Boss fights are a staple for endgame play within the world ofGenshin Impact. Taking down enemies can be extremely difficult especially in the Spiral Abyss, which requires a fair amount of coordination and synergy in players' team composition before stepping into the arena....

June 15, 2025 · 2 min · 396 words · Amanda Cherry

Genshin Impact: Where To Catch Medaka

Fishing is a classic feature in RPG games, andGenshin Impactisn’t missing out on it. After theGenshin Impact2.1 update, Travelers can now enjoy a relaxing time as they fish different species in several places. As of now, the fishing quest is available for players who haveunlocked the Serenitea Pot. This means,the bare minimum Adventure Rank to start fishing is AR28. RELATED:Genshin Impact: How to Search for the Path to the Warding Stone...

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 719 words · Henry Vazquez

Ghost of Tsushima, Assassin's Creed Shadows Both Getting the Lion's Share

Summary Assassin’s Creed Shadowshas been taking a beating lately, being met with controversy after controversy, primarily surrounding its take on feudal Japan and its samurai protagonist. As if that weren’t enough, it is constantly compared to Sucker Punch’s 2020 hit,Ghost of Tsushima, which set multiple precedents in the game industry. Even so,Assassin’s Creed Shadowsmay rise aboveGhost of Tsushimain some ways while remaining inferior in others. Initially,Assassin’s Creed ShadowsandGhost of Tsushimaappeared to be obvious competitors, withGhost of Tsushimaoften being acknowledged as the standard forgames set in feudal Japan....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 565 words · Matthew Robinson

Grand Theft Auto Should Bring Players to The Pacific Northwest

One of the things that helped Rockstar’sGrand Theft Autofranchise stand out from other open-world titles over the years is the series' ability to masterfully capture the feel of some major US cities.GTA’s Liberty City and Los Santos recreated the charms of New York and Los Angeles respectively, and there’s little doubt that the rumored return toVice City inGrand Theft Auto 6will expand on Rockstar’s already impressive take on Miami. But rather than limiting the reach of the franchise to these three hubs, Rockstar should takeGTAin a new direction tonally and geographically by exploring the Pacific Northwest....

June 15, 2025 · 4 min · 664 words · Joseph Jarvis

Halo Infinite's Missteps May Have Been Avoided With the Call of Duty: Warzone Model

The expectations surroundingHalo Infiniteprior to its launch were massive, with the release being one of the most talked-about titles that the franchise had seen in a long time. Unfortunately, the 2021 release of the game sadly fell flat in comparison to this hype. While many aspects ofHalo Infinitewere well-received by fans, the game as a whole developed a lackluster reputation quickly after launch, with many citing an alleged lack of content within the title....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Jose Erickson

How to Fix Hades 2 Crashing Issues

Hades 2isstill in early accessbut has already received a lot of positive feedback from the community. Still, considering that it is in early access, fans often encounter crashing issues, which negatively affects the gameplay experience. To avoid this, you need to know how to fixHades 2crashing issues, and we have some useful tips that you can use. Hades 2: How to Fix Crashing Issues These crashes can occur for a number of reasons, from outdated software to conflicts with other programs....

June 15, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Angela Orozco

How to Host on Twitch: A Step-By-Step Guide

In the day and age ofYouTubeandTwitch, who wouldn’t want to be a part of such incrediblecommunities? These platforms are an easy way to reach out to people and share content with the entirety of the world, so long as some basic equipment is available. RELATED:Twitch Streamer Is Playing Doom And Animal Crossing With One Controller Twitch in particular hasflourishedin the past years. The streaming service allows people to connect in real time with their favorite creators, which bridges a gap that YouTube has had between fans and creators for years....

June 15, 2025 · 5 min · 1019 words · James Jordan

How to Make Paper in Minecraft

A common issue for players looking to make their way throughMinecraftis tracking down paper. This surprisingly useful item in the game plays an important part in crafting books, maps, and enchanting items. Mining ore, gathering wood, and getting food are usually tackled first inMinecraftbut, once the player settles into the later stages of the game, paper becomes crucial. Paper can either be crafted or gathered from various locationsaround the world inMinecraft....

June 15, 2025 · 3 min · 442 words · Hunter Jackson

How Xbox Controllers Evolved From the Original Console to Series X

By the time Microsoft released the originalXboxin 2001, the video game market was already dominated by Nintendo and Sony, with the Nintendo 64 and PlayStation battling it out to determine which console manufacturer was the greatest. The original Xbox had a lot to prove; Microsoft was great at making PCs, but could it do the same in the home console market? Flash forward 20 years, andXboxhas managed to not only run in the same race as its original competitors, but overtake them in some ways....

June 15, 2025 · 6 min · 1114 words · Eric Hall