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The best Zelda spinoff games

There are more ways to explore Hyrule than the mainline 3D and 2D adventures. These are the best Zelda spinoff games that completely change up the formula.
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This Digimon card game is set to rival Pokémon TCG Pocket

Bandai Namco has announced Digimon Alysion, a new mobile trading card game that looks ready to go toe-to-toe with Pokémon TCG Pocket.
Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows fighting an enemy. He's dressed in his samurai armor.

The best Yasuke skills in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Yasuke plays quite differently than any other character in the series in Assassin's Creed Shadows. Here are his best skills to take advantage of his strengths.
Naoe from Assassin's Creed Shadows leaping in the night sky.

The best Naoe skills in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Naoe is the more traditional assassin character in Assassin's Creed Shadows that you might gravitate towards. Here are her best skills to unlock with your XP.
The AOACE gaming PC on a desk.

This prebuilt gaming PC with RTX 4060 is on sale for just $800

The AOACE gaming PC with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card and 32GB of RAM is on sale from Newegg with a 50% discount, bringing its price down to $800.
Midas with Pump and Dump in Fortnite

How to get and use Pump and Dump weapon in Fortnite

Want to grab the latest Pump and Dump weapon in Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 2? We've got the full rundown on where to get and how to use the latest gun.
Zoi posing in inZOI.

Inzoi already feels like a real competitor to The Sims

The first true competitor to The Sims in the life simulation genre is about to hit early access. Here's what you can expect from Inzoi based on what we've played.
Acer Predator X45 OLED gaming monitor.

Walmart slashed the price of this Acer Predator OLED gaming monitor by $700

The Acer Predator X45 OLED gaming monitor, which comes with OLED technology and a 240Hz refresh rate, is on sale for $906 from Walmart after a $694 discount.
One of the protagonists in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

How to get Knowledge Points and what they do in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Progression in Assassin's Creed Shadows requires more than just gaining XP. If you want to get the best skills in the game, you will need Knowledge Points.
Naoe perched on a spire in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

How to get and use Scouts in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Scouts are a new and vital mechanic in Assassin's Creed Shadows to help you find your objective and get resources. Here's how they work and how to get more.
Three Game Informer magazines are spread out on a marble surface. Games featured on covers (from left): Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Hades 2, and Sonic Superstars.

Game Informer is returning from the dead, and it sounds like good news

Multiple former Game Informer staff members have teased something for March 25, suggesting the beloved magazine could be making a comeback.

Video game workers just formed a union anyone can join

Video game industry members have banded together to form a new union aimed at protecting worker rights and ensuring better job security.
Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows fighting an enemy. He's dressed in his samurai armor.

How long is Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

The last few Assassin's Creed games have been extremely time consuming games, but is Assassin's Creed Shadows in the same boat? Here's how long this game is.
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How to unlock and use fast travel in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

As fast as Naoe can Yasuke can run in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Japan is a big place to travel. Here is how to unlock and use the fast travel system with ease.
The two protagonists in Assassin's Creed Shadows

Assassin’s Creed Shadows fixes my biggest problem with the series

The Assassin's Creed series has had a power creep problem for years, but Assassin's Creed Shadows finally mitigates it through its two protagonists.
The Dell G16 7630 gaming laptop with Outcast 2 on the screen.

The Dell G16 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 is under $1,000 with this deal

The Dell G16 gaming laptop with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card and 16GB of RAM is on sale from Dell at $300 off, dropping its price below $1,000.
Galacta in Marvel Rivals

All Marvel Rivals Galacta’s Cosmic Adventure quests & rewards

has enthralled gamers with its fast-paced superhero showdowns and a multiverse-spanning array of renowned characters. NetEase Games created this team-based action shooter, which has kept the community engaged with a regular stream of in-game events that combine chaotic fun with special rewards. From the ink-slinging mayhem of Jeff’s Winter Splash Festival to the tactical intrigue […]
The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with Evil Dead The Game on the screen.

The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 has a $500 discount

The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop — on sale from Dell at $500 off — offers powerful performance with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card and 32GB of RAM.
A monster attacks in Ark: Survival Evolved.

We just got a new Ark 2 update thanks to an unexpected source

A new trailer for Ark: Lost Colony confirms the existence of the highly-anticipated Ark 2 and gives a few more details about its story.
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The worst video game sequels of all time

Sequels tend to be when video games find their footing and deliver a more refined experience, but not always. These sequels are way worse than the originals.
The two heroes of Assassin's Creed Shadows stand side by side.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows review: finding peace and quiet in a merciless world

Assassin's Creed Shadows is a surprisingly serene open-world game whose quietest moments outweigh its loudest.
A man stands on a rock in Atomfall.

This month, Xbox Game Pass goes post-apocalyptic

March is a great month for , with multiple day-one drops including 33 Immortals and Atomfall, as well as even more titles coming to Game Pass Standard. Unfortunately, the addition of new games also means some of your favorites will be leaving Game Pass. We’ll have a full list of the titles you should binge while […]
A man stands next to a white-haired woman as they look over an alien lanscape

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition Review: this Wii U classic is a survivor

Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition stuns thanks to a grand sense of scale that puts equal emphasis on the big and small aspects of its world.
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33 Immortals is the most fun you can have with Xbox Game Pass this month

33 Immortals launches into early access today, and it's a must try for Xbox Game Pass subscribers.
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Need a budget-friendly gaming monitor? Get this LG for less than $200

The 32-inch LG UltraGear QHD gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate is a budget-friendly screen that's even more affordable with a $161 discount from Walmart.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 monitor with 990 Pro SSD on a white background.

Buy this Samsung 49-inch OLED monitor deal and get a free 4TB SSD

If you purchase the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor and 4TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD through this bundle from Samsung, you'll pocket $666 in savings.
Link pulls out the master sword in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

The best secret weapons in video games

They can be jokes or incredibly overpowered, but secret weapons in video games are always exciting. These are the best secret weapons you need to find in games.
Sam Altman at The Age of AI Panel, Berlin.

Razer wants to fight gaming’s AI problem with more AI

has partnered with World to help distinguish real players from bots in multiplayer experiences. Bots in multiplayer games are nothing new; in fact, many games benefit from giving players AI-controlled bots to play against when there aren’t enough human players to fill a server. However, bots can also be too skilled and nearly impossible to […]
Dupli-Kate skin in Fortnite

How to get free Dupli-Kate skin in Fortnite – All quests and rewards

Fortnite is giving away a free Invincible skin Dupli-Kate to all players and here are all the quests you need to complete to get it.
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The best version of Counter-Strike is getting a ground-up remake

Counter-Strike 1.6, widely thought to be the best version of the game, is back in the form of CS: Legacy.
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Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon G series chips promise a big handheld gaming leap

Qualcomm has revealed three new Snapdragon G series processors with big performance jumps. Ayaneo and Retroid will sell handhelds based on these chips in March.
Something mysterious observes the observer in Wyrdsong.

Wyrdsong isn’t completely dead, but it’s on life support

The RPG from Bethesda and Obsidian veterans has undergone major changes following studio layoffs, and it's future remains uncertain.
Verity poses with her hockey stick in Expelled.

Expelled! will make you feel like a dumb teenager again

If you ever got caught up in an elaborate lie in order to save your own skin growing up, Expelled! is the game for you.
The Mobile Pixels 27-inch Mini-LED 2K QHD gaming monitor with a space scene on the screen.

Use this code to get $50 off this 27-inch 2K gaming monitor

The 27-inch Mobile Pixels Mini-LED 2K QHD gaming monitor already offers great value at its original price of $400, but you can get it for $350 from StackSocial.

As Digital Trends’ Senior Gaming Editor, Giovanni Colantonio oversees all things video games at Digital Trends. As a veteran of the industry who first began writing about games professionally as a teenager, Giovanni brings a wealth of knowledge and historical context to Digital Trends’ gaming coverage. He brings that expertise to everything he writes, from interview features to reviews. His specialty is criticism and he’s committed to raising the bar for video game reviews. Just read his ambitious UFO 50 review as proof!

Giovanni majored in Film and Photography at Ithaca College, and that skill set had intersected with his games writing through his career. He previously worked as a Segment Producer on Polygon’s daily gaming show, Speedrun, and has contributed video content for sites like Prima Games and Hard Drive. He’s always willing to experiment with new media, whether that be via podcasts or creating videos for Digital Trends’ YouTube channel. He has previously written for Inverse, Fanbyte, The Inventory, and more. He began working with Digital Trends in 2019 as a Destiny 2 guides contributor before moving into his current role as Senior Editor.

His love of gaming dates back decades. Giovanni grew up in Massachusetts with his mother’s hand-me-down Atari 2600. He was hooked from that point on, spending his childhood obsessively playing Sega Genesis or Super Smash Bros. Melee with his friends. He carried that passion into college, where he hosted and produced Ithaca College’s own studio format video game news show. Since then, he has been committed to giving back to the video game industry that raised him by providing honest criticism, sharp analysis, and thorough coverage.

Giovanni is currently based in Brooklyn, New York where he works alongside his cat, Mirah. On weekends, you can find him birdwatching in local parks or watching professional wrestling, his second love behind gaming.