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Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition blocked in the U.K. over cloud concerns

Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard acquisition blocked in the U.K. over cloud concerns

Microsoft's Activision Blizzard acquisition attempt has been blocked by the U.K.'s Competition and Markets Authority.
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It’s the last day of Nintendo’s April Indie Sale — don’t miss these 7 great games

It’s the last day of Nintendo’s April Indie Sale — don’t miss these 7 great games

Nintendo is celebrating indie games this week with steep discounts on some fantastic titles. Don't miss your chance to snag these great games.
Link fights a Construct with a fused weapon in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

I’m already crafting spectacular chaos in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

I’m already crafting spectacular chaos in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

In just 70 minutes with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, I brought chaos to Hyrule by crafting some truly ridiculous vehicles.
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How to get the Big Shot in Dead Island 2

How to get the Big Shot in Dead Island 2

Finding this one isn't as simple as finding some of the other weapons. Here's how you can become a big shot yourself by getting the Big Shot in Dead Island 2.
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How to get the Blood Rage weapon in Dead Island 2

How to get the Blood Rage weapon in Dead Island 2

Are you ready to do some zombie slicing and dicing? You won't find this Legendary dagger just laying around. Here's how to get the Blood Rage in Dead Island 2.
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Which character should you pick in Dead Island 2?

Which character should you pick in Dead Island 2?

Each of the six playable Slayers in Dead Island 2 has different stats and abilities. Here's a complete breakdown of what you need to know about every character.
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All Curveball locations in Dead Island 2

All Curveball locations in Dead Island 2

Blunt and bladed weapons dispatch zombies, but you can also take 'em out with some throwable weapons in Dead Island 2. Here's where you can find every one.
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All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)

All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)

A lot of games support cross-platform play now, but it's hard finding all of them in one spot. We did the digging to make a list of all cross-platform games.
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Get these great games for under $10 during Steam’s Puzzle Fest sale

Get these great games for under $10 during Steam’s Puzzle Fest sale

From Portal to Railbound, these are tons of great deals available during Steam's Puzzle Fest sale.
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Street Fighter 6: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

Street Fighter 6: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

Capcom is dropping teasers and info about the long-awaited Street Fighter 6 — and it may be here sooner than you think. Here's everything we know about it!
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How to find the heirloom sword in Dead Island 2

How to find the heirloom sword in Dead Island 2

You'll be searching quite a bit to complete this quest, so we'll save you plenty of time and help you get the heirloom sword in Dead Island 2.
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After trying the Asus ROG Ally, I’m ready to ditch my Steam Deck

After trying the Asus ROG Ally, I’m ready to ditch my Steam Deck

Based on our hands-on time with the Asus ROG Ally, the Steam Deck has its first real competitor. And it'll be a hard one to beat.
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Samba de Amigo: Party Central soundtrack includes Carly Rae Jepsen, Miley Cyrus, and more

Samba de Amigo: Party Central soundtrack includes Carly Rae Jepsen, Miley Cyrus, and more

Samba de Amigo: Party Central is bringing out some heavy hitters for its soundtrack, including pop stars like Carly Rae Jepsen and Miley Cyrus.
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Seriously, the Asus ROG Ally could replace your desktop

Seriously, the Asus ROG Ally could replace your desktop

The Asus ROG Ally is an impressive gaming handheld, but its ecosystem gives it enough power to replace a high-end gaming desktop.
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Square Enix’s free AI game isn’t selling me on the tech’s power

Square Enix’s free AI game isn’t selling me on the tech’s power

Square Enix released a free tech demo of how AI can be used in games, but the showcase isn't inspiring confidence in players so far.
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How to wake all the Firsts in Minecraft Legends

How to wake all the Firsts in Minecraft Legends

Get some Golems on your team! Here's the full breakdown on where to find each of the Firsts and how you can wake them up to fight for you in Minecraft Legends.
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All mounts in Minecraft Legends and how to get them

All mounts in Minecraft Legends and how to get them

The world may not be infinite, but it is still very large. Here are all the mounts you can ride in Minecraft Legends, what they do, and where to find them.
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One of Link’s oldest enemies returns in new Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ad

One of Link’s oldest enemies returns in new Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom ad

An enemy from the very first Legend of Zelda game will return in Tears of the Kingdom.
Leon and Ashley in the Resident Evil 4 remake.

Resident Evil 4’s best speedrunning glitch removed in latest update

Resident Evil 4’s best speedrunning glitch removed in latest update

A Resident Evil 4 patch has removed the ability to warp through locked doors, making the game more difficult for speedrunners.
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How to launch fireworks at Coachella Island in Fortnite

How to launch fireworks at Coachella Island in Fortnite

Struggling to launch fireworks on Coachella Island in Fortnite? Here's how to complete this new quest with ease.
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7 excellent game deals you can’t miss during Steam’s Xbox publisher sale

7 excellent game deals you can’t miss during Steam’s Xbox publisher sale

Major Xbox exclusives are currently on sale via Steam, with can't miss deals as low as $5.
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Before Tears of the Kingdom, you need to play Zelda’s most underrated game

Before Tears of the Kingdom, you need to play Zelda’s most underrated game

You might be planning to revisit Breath of the Wild before Tears of the Kingdom, but don't forget another crucial chapter in Link's story.
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How to play split-screen in Fortnite

How to play split-screen in Fortnite

You can now play Fornite with a friend on the same console in split-screen mode. Just follow these few steps for some couch co-op battle royale action.
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Where to rent DVDs and Blu-rays as Netflix ends disc rentals

Where to rent DVDs and Blu-rays as Netflix ends disc rentals

With Netflix sunsetting its DVD-by-mail rental service this September, we've put together this list of some alternative DVD rental options to fill the void.

The best games to play with friends online

The best games to play with friends online

Our list of the best games to play with friends online will take you to the deserts of the Borderlands to the high Seas (of Thieves) and everywhere in between.
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Take a quick break from Octopath Traveler 2 with this absurd Switch RPG

Take a quick break from Octopath Traveler 2 with this absurd Switch RPG

Shadows Over Loathing got a surprise Nintendo Switch port this week, just in time to butt into my long Octopath Traveler 2 playthrough.
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Square Enix is releasing a free AI-driven mystery game next week

Square Enix is releasing a free AI-driven mystery game next week

Solve murders with the help of an AI using natural language processing in Square Enix AI Tech Preview: The Portopia Serial Murder Case.
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How to get fuses in Dead Island 2

How to get fuses in Dead Island 2

If you've been spotting all these locked doors taunting you to open them but lack the fuses to do so, we'll tell you how you can get some in Dead Island 2.
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You can’t share Xbox screenshots or videos directly to Twitter anymore

You can’t share Xbox screenshots or videos directly to Twitter anymore

You can no longer directly share screenshots or clips to Twitter from Xbox consoles or the Xbox Game Bar on PC as the social media platform shifts its rules.
A character grinds through a fiery pipe in Teslagrad 2.

Teslagrad 2 review: magnetic sequel trades puzzles for Sonic speed

Teslagrad 2 review: magnetic sequel trades puzzles for Sonic speed

Ten years after its predecessor, Teslagrad 2 delivers a much faster-paced puzzle platformer that plays like an electrified spin on Sonic.
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How to fast travel in Dead Island 2

How to fast travel in Dead Island 2

You don't get the ability to zip between the game's locations right away, so here's everything you need to know about unlocking fast travel in Dead Island 2.
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How to complete the Resurrect the Rex quest in Dead Island 2

How to complete the Resurrect the Rex quest in Dead Island 2

If you're having trouble finding this washed-up star his old tunes, we'll show you how to complete the Resurrect the Rex quest in Dead Island 2.
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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor: release date, trailers, preorders, and more

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor: release date, trailers, preorders, and more

In Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Cal Kestis is still learning what it means to be a Jedi, as he spreads hope, and fights the Empire every chance he gets.
A zombie crawls toward a player on a boardwalk in Dead Island 2.

How to play co-op in Dead Island 2

How to play co-op in Dead Island 2

If you want to create your own group of Slayers to wipe out some zombies, here's everything you need to know about how to play co-op in Dead Island 2.
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Giovanni is a writer and video producer focusing on happenings in the video game industry. He has contributed stories to Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He was previously a segment producer on Polygon’s daily gaming show Speedrun and he currently hosts the Left Trigger Right Trigger podcast. Four Tetris 99 wins, and counting.