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Back To The Future | HoYoverse has another Genshin-level hit on its hands with Zenless Zone Zero, if this dystopian urban fantasy can find itself a suitably nostalgic audience - hands-on preview

ZZZ is far more than just an inner-city Genshin Impact reskin, but do enough millennials care about gacha games to make it pay off?

June 28, 2024 Rebecca Jones

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Draconic Detectives | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree might not have oodles of cut content, but dataminers have already found and restored an extra cutscene

Death, taxes, and FromSoft loreheads finding nine million things Miyazaki and co have tactfully hidden behind the code for some rocks.

June 28, 2024 Mark Warren

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Looking For WooHoo | By popular demand, EA is bringing not-quite-Tinder to The Sims 4

The Sims 4 Lovestruck expansion pack has been announced for next month, introducing a dating app to the long-running life sim.

June 28, 2024 Rebecca Jones

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Back In The Green | After mixed early Steam reviews, Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree has scythed back up to "mostly positive"

Difficulty discourse does dissipate, it turns out.

June 28, 2024 Mark Warren

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We Like Both | Don't Nod is delaying its spiritual successor to Life is Strange and being refreshingly honest about the reason

Lost Records: Bloom & Rage has been delayed to early 2025, to avoid splitting fan attention with the new Life is Strange sequel.

June 28, 2024 Rebecca Jones

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Ok, how? | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree's big final boss has just been absolutely tanked without dodging or flasks by someone I'm now openly scared of

Even our resident ER experts think this is a pretty nuts thing to have pulled off.

June 28, 2024 Mark Warren

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Lost Woods | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Abyssal Woods Walkthrough

You've heard of a poison swamp in Elden Ring, but what about the Abyssal Woods in Shadow of the Erdtree? Just don't get lost!

June 27, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Absolute Blasphemy | Elden Ring Best Faith build: Stats and Weapons

The best Faith build in Elden Ring revolves around this godly greatsword, which is still brilliant in Shadow of the Erdtree!

June 27, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Take Me To Church | ER Shadow of the Erdtree Black Keep Church District walkthrough

Despite its unassuming appearance, the Black Keep Church District is actually a required area in Shadow of the Erdtree - here's how to make it through!

June 27, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Icy | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Best Frost Build

Using the new Chilling Perfume Bottle, here’s how to obliterate Elden Ring and Shadow of the Erdtree’s bosses using Frostbite.

June 27, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Reader | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree's most shocking moments come in an unexpected medium

In a game that leaves so much vague, these boxes are a narrative shotgun blast.

June 27, 2024 Connor Makar

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Thorny | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Best Impenetrable Thorns Build

Impenetrable Thorns is an impressive sorcery to play around in Shadow of the Erdtree.

June 27, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Living The Message | Elden Ring's Miyazaki might back making difficult games, but his pre-Shadow of the Erdtree playthrough was a struggle

"The freedom and open-world nature of Elden Ring perhaps lowered the barrier to entry, and I might be the one who’s benefiting the most from that."

June 27, 2024 Mark Warren

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Don't Laugh! | Oh my god, this tiny Diablo 4 Season 5 PTR change finally fixes one of my biggest pet peeves

The best new stealth change in Diablo 4's currently-ongoing Season 5 PTR is hiding in the settings menu.

June 27, 2024 Sherif Saed

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He's back! | Let Me Solo Her sets their sights on Messmer - as an even greater challenge awaits

But beware, brave Tarnished. Even greater foes wait ahead.

June 27, 2024 Connor Makar

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Messed Up | We've now reached peak Elden Ring DLC - Shadow of the Erdtree snake boy Messmer's been cha cha slided to death using a dance pad

The streamer even managed to hug a rabbit during the shift between fight phases.

June 27, 2024 Mark Warren

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SUPER HOT | The Best Elden Ring Black Flame Build

Looking to turn up the heat with the best Black Flame build in Elden Ring? This Elden Ring guide will take you through what you need to burn through the Lands Between.

June 26, 2024 Connor Makar

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ER Shadow of the Erdtree: How to reach Charo's Hidden Grave

Less "hidden" and more "just behind a big dead dragon"

June 26, 2024 Josh Broadwell

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Suits You, Sir | One of the most interesting Xbox Game Pass titles of the last year will soon be free to play for anyone with a Netflix account

Thirsty Suitors is coming to your Netflix account soon – great news if you want a taste of one of the most unique games we’ve seen in a while.

June 26, 2024 Dom Peppiatt

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Built like Wolverine | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Best Beast Claws Build

Make light work of bosses with this Bleed-infused Beast Claws build for Shadow of the Erdtree.

June 26, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Be reborn anew | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Larval Tear locations

Here’s where to find more Larval Tears to respec with in the Realm of Shadow.

June 26, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Scadutree Fragments | ER Shadow of the Erdtree Scadutree Fragment locations

Need an extra boost in Shadow of the Erdtree? That’s where Scadutree Fragments come in.

June 26, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Just ER Stan Things | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree's been out less than a week, so naturally there's already a streamer one shotting its major bosses

Just in case you needed any more reasons to feel a bit bad about still being mired in your initial go at it.

June 26, 2024 Mark Warren

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But No I-Frames | Last Epoch’s next update gives everyone a dodge, lets you challenge slain warriors

Last Epoch’s Harbingers of Ruin update is near, and we now know the major changes and additions we can expect from it.

June 26, 2024 Sherif Saed

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Get Gud? | Elden Ring balance update makes the first half of the DLC easier, so you don't have to be as good as games journalists

The earlier bosses of the DLC should be a lot easier, just buckle in for that last boss. They're still a monster.

June 26, 2024 Connor Makar

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Fresh Challenges | If Fallout's co-creator was to work on the series again, there's one key question he'd want answered first

"If you don't have an immediate answer, if you have to go 'Well, I don't know, we may put in a new perk', I'm probably not interested."

June 26, 2024 Mark Warren

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Best Elden Ring Intelligence build: How to make a Mage or Sorcerer build

Looking to take out enemies with Comet Azur and other OP spells? Here’s how to craft an Intelligence build to carry you through to the late-game in Elden Ring.

June 25, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Elden Ring best Perfumer build, stats, and weapons

Giving your build a real spark

June 25, 2024 Josh Broadwell

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Bleed Deep | Elden Ring Best Bleed Build: Stats and Weapons

Bleed is pretty OP in Elden Ring, and here’s how to make a strong build that’s focused on haemorrhaging foes.

June 25, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Meli-No Way! | Finished Hades 2? There's now a Baldur's Gate 3 mod that turns it into a fully-fleshed out roguelike

Are you and your party up to taking on the Trials of Tav?

June 25, 2024 Mark Warren

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Palm Bleed Blast | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Best Dryleaf Arts Build

Inflict Bleed by punching someone with this Hand-to-hand Bleed build, using Shadow of the Erdtree weapons and gear.

June 25, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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House Money | Yes, Mr House will be in Fallout's second season, but don't worry, there's a good chance your New Vegas headcanon will still remain intact

No, they probably won't add a post-apocalyptic version of the Vegas sphere to the canon just so he can rock up on it.

June 25, 2024 Mark Warren

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Gloamy! | With Shadow of the Erdtree's release, Elden Ring lore hounds are bummed out about one mysterious figure's absence

Saying that, maybe certain lore content creators will find something and make us all look silly.

June 25, 2024 Connor Makar

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ARE SOULS? | Ian Higton's bum guffs: The Best Games Ever podcast episode 103

What are the best games that didn't live up to their hype? Find out within.

June 25, 2024 Jim Trinca

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Starfall Past | Shadow of the Erdtree Ruined Forge of Starfall Past walkthrough

Home to the Smithscript Spear and Cirque, here’s how to navigate the Ruined Forge of Starfall Past in Elden Ring.

June 25, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Bonk | Where to find all Smithscript weapons in Shadow of the Erdtree

Yeah, you can throw a hammer at someone in Elden Ring if you really want. Here’s how.

June 25, 2024 Kelsey Raynor

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Radio Silence | Remember The Pokemon Company saying it was going to investigate Palworld? It seems nothing's come of that yet

PocketPair's CEO says everything's been quiet behind the scenes.

June 25, 2024 Mark Warren

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Rad Reference | UPDATE: Call of Duty's Fallout crossover drops this week, and features a definitely accidental nod to one of Fallout 4's best quest mods

Hey, don't worry, we can add two different Vault 141s to the canon if it means Soap and co in colorful jumpsuits.

June 25, 2024 Mark Warren

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Fighting Words | 2XKO is getting one of League of Legends' coolest narrative features

It's no good the characters just being souless fighters, is it?

June 25, 2024 Connor Makar

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Fragment Frustration | Not a fan of Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree's controversial Scadutree Fragments? There's already a mod that does away with them

"If you're tired of having your entire build thrown in the trash just because you're not into collectibles, this mod is for you!"

June 25, 2024 Mark Warren

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Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Dragon's Pit walkthrough

Everything waiting for you in the Dragon's Pit mini-dungeon

June 25, 2024 Josh Broadwell

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Broken Runes | Elden Ring: "Somewhere a Great Rune has broken" explained

Great Runes seem like things that shouldn't break, but in Shadow of the Erdtree there's a first time for everything!

June 24, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Chivalrous | ER Shadow of the Erdtree Lightning Milady build

Strike down Milady's foes with thunder and lightning with this Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree build!

June 24, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Sweet Sleep | Should you imbibe nectar in Shadow of the Erdtree?

Imbibing St Trina's nectar doesn't seem like a very good idea? But sometimes bad ideas are the best course of action in Elden Ring!

June 24, 2024 James Billcliffe

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Open For Bloxness | Hooray, Roblox's virtual IKEA opens today, and the jobs it offered spawned "over 178,000" applications

Look, I'm not judging any of you, serving virtual meatballs is a noble occupation.

June 24, 2024 Mark Warren

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New Mode, Who This? | "Think of it like a theme park" League of Legends' game director talks new game modes, and the importance of mixing things up

Game director Pu Liu speaks on why adding new game modes to League is a good idea.

June 24, 2024 Connor Makar

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Challenge Accepted | Stardew Valley has a hardcore mode now thanks to a silly joke, but it's no laughing matter - you will lose your save if you use a guide

For all the gamers that like to take risks.

June 24, 2024 Oisin Kuhnke

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Keep It Quiet | Square Enix would really like it if early access Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail players would hold off on spoiler talk, though it won't do anything to stop it

You can hold off posting your funny tweet, can't you?

June 24, 2024 Oisin Kuhnke

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A Friendly Hand | If you're having a tough time even starting Shadow of the Erdtree, some Elden Ring veterans are offering their services

Those two required bosses aren't exactly the easiest in the game.

June 24, 2024 Oisin Kuhnke

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Unexpected Boon | Waiting for Fallout: London to drop? This new Fallout 4 mod will let you explore a whole new island in the meantime

Welcome to Boon Island, the perfect - if slightly spooky - getaway.

June 24, 2024 Mark Warren