Destiny 2’s brilliant Gambit mode is going free again

September 21 – 23 If you missed your chance to tryDestiny 2‘s wonderful mishmash of PvP and PvE because you were hanging in Seattle for PAX or were otherwise indisposed, good news: Gambit is getting another trial. AllDestiny 2players will have access to Gambit from Friday, September 21 at 10:00am Pacific through Sunday, September 23 at 10:00am Pacific. You don’t need to own theForsakenexpansion. I feel like some people still aren’t sure what Gambit’s about, so, in short: two teams compete to kill enemies, bank the items they drop, summon new enemies for the opposing team to deal with, and race to spawn and finally kill a boss....

August 9, 2025 · 1 min · 156 words · Daniel Mendez

Do you miss the terrifying silence of Dead Space?

Cblogs of 2/27 to 29-05-2025 –RedHeadPeakmissesDead Spacelike many of us. –LaTerryshares the MarchBand of Bloggersprompt about what pulls you back into games. –Gamingnerdlooks at the history ofPokemonthroughout the ages. –Virtua Kazamasheds light on the top fighting games and DLC to look forward to in 2021. –Black Red Gamingshares a list of his most anticipated games to be released in March. –Captiosusshares his impression on theFinal Outridersdemo. –Kerrik52reviewsOddworld: Stranger’s Worthas part of his Traveller in Playtime reviews series....

August 9, 2025 · 1 min · 172 words · Christine Taylor

Final Fantasy XIV is getting its own tabletop RPG adaptation

Although a decade old,Final Fantasy XIVremains one of thebest live-servicegames/MMORPGs to jump into. Its sprawling narrative and fascinating world were big draws to players like me, and now fans will can experience the world again from a new perspective. In commemoratingFFXIV‘s 10th anniversary, Square Enix is adapting the game into atabletop RPG. Many popular games make their way to the tabletop format andFFXIVis not a bad pick to adapt. Based on the announcement and teaser website,FFXIV TTRPGoperates something likeDungeons & Dragons....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 235 words · Jessica Smith

First Elden Ring VR, now a Game Boy demake? Bring it on

A demo could come as early as May Elden RingGame Boy has a nice ring to it. I would definitely play more From Software games in retro form, but for now, we have fan projects (including this recently revealed VR mod). This one is crafted by shin,who shared their build on Reddit. Right now this build begins with the opening moments of the game, before you actually get to Limgrave. That essentially includes The Chapel of Anticipation, and the first “boss....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Natasha Keller

Games Done Quick returns to in-person with SGDQ 2022 in June

The crowds will once again cheer ‘orb’ Speedrunning charity eventGames Done Quickis bringing back the audience. GDQ confirms that Summer Games Done Quick 2022 will be taking place in person this year, on June 26 through July 3. The event will take place in Bloomington, Minnesota, and benefit Doctors Without Borders. The full COVID safety policy will be posted on March 21, but Games Done Quick confirms that proof of vaccination will be required....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 351 words · Joshua Edwards

Guilty Gear guest star coming to Samurai Shodown Season 3

Cham Cham ready to rawr Among the bevy of teases that came out of Saturday’s Japan Fighting Game Roundtable event was the news that a mystery character from the wild world ofGuilty Gearwill be making a guest appearance in SNK’sSamurai Shodownas part of the latter Season 3 DLC content. While theGGguest star was not named,SamSho‘s propensity for bladed weapon-based battles leans heavily toward poster boys such as Ky Kiske or Sol Badguy....

August 9, 2025 · 1 min · 189 words · Jasmine Johnston

Helldivers 2 studio is apparently teasing two new Stratagem codes

Helldivers 2players just managed to eke out a victory following theirmost grueling Major Order yet. And what is their reward? Hopefully more than atwo-minute breakthis time. But it also looks like theHelldivers 2studio isteasing two new Stratagem codes, giving players a second wind. The potential new codes were shown off over at the officialHelldivers 2account on X (blah, Twitter). Developer Arrowhead Games’ message alongside the codes reads: “This is Managed Democracy manifest....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Lisa Smith

Helldivers 2 teases Illuminate faction again following an incident that ‘spaghettified’ scientists

In an incident Super Earth has dubbed a “close call,” 12 scientists were “spaghettified” when a Dark Matter experiment created a micro black hole. Bummer. But here’s the good news:Helldivers 2may finally get the Illuminate faction soon with this latest tease. Helldivers 2players have been embroiled in a new Major Order following the successful acquisition of a hot new mech Stratagem thateverybody agrees is perfect. The order has Helldivers clearing the path to the planet Meridia so that Super Earth command can wipe out a Terminid Supercolony with a weapon made with Dark Matter....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 317 words · Todd Myers

Here’s a deep dive on Assassin’s Creed Valhalla gameplay information

Everything we learned today Ubisoft formally revealed the nextAssassin’s Creedtitle today withone hell of a cinematic trailer, but there’s more information available than simply a first look at the new game. There’s a bunch of details aboutValhallathat Ubisoft has dispersed in various places. You just have to do a bit of digging to find it. Accompanying the trailer, Ubisoft released this 20-minute commentary breakdown that dissects every scene. Here’s the Cliff Notes version, along with some additional tidbits that we rounded up from other sources....

August 9, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Rachel Armstrong

Here’s how to unlock the Roswell Alien (and other secret characters) in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2

Unfortunately, Spider-Man isn’t one of them Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2will have you grinding rails and manualing flatlands with some of the best to ever ride. You’ve got yourRune Glifbergs, yourChad Muskas, and, of course, you’ve got your Birdmans. There are some more, umm,unconventional, skaters too. A fun staple ofTony Hawk’s Pro Skateris the stable of secret characters. Officer Dick, a lazy-ass mallcop-lookin’ dude, debuted inTony Hawk 1. Spider-Man swung onto the scene inTony Hawk 2....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 371 words · Trevor Hall

How much are Upgrade Packs for Nintendo Switch 2 games?

The Nintendo Direct program on April 4 has finally given us a confirmed release date for the Nintendo Switch 2, and we have more information about how upgrades will work for first-party titles. Not all first-party releases will be exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2, as new games will be released for the older Switch console. Thanks to better hardware, Switch 2 users will be able to enjoy enhanced graphics and better controls with the Joy-Con 2....

August 9, 2025 · 3 min · 498 words · Eddie Bennett

How to change your appearance in Fae Farm

Fae Farmis a cozy game that allows players to create their own unique farming experience. One of the exciting features ofFae Farmis the ability to customize your character’s appearance. Whether you want to express your individuality or recreate someone else, the game offers a variety of options to make your character truly yours. Here’s how you can change your appearance inFae Farm. How to change your appearance in Fae Farm To change the appearance of yourFae Farmcharacter, you need to craft aCustomization Mirrorand place it somewhere in your home....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 314 words · Melissa Maldonado

How to get Genshin Impact talent books

Genshin Impacttalent books provide helpful level boosts to character talents alongside other resources. For some characters, farming these books easily means receiving the extra bump to push your team over the finish line with improved combat abilities, but their timed availability and uses may get a little confusing. Where to findGenshin Impacttalent books These talent books can be in domains all across Teyvat. Similar to ascension materials, talent books vary and have differing rarity types....

August 9, 2025 · 2 min · 319 words · Joyce Bell