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The best roguelikes on Xbox Series X

Anyone looking for a good roguelike on Xbox Series X knows there are a ton of options within the crowded genre. These are the best of the best ones to play.
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The best puzzle games on Xbox Series X

Even if you love a great puzzle game, no one likes the challenge of finding the best puzzle games on Xbox Series X. Let our list solve that problem for you.
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The best Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X

Navigating the maze of amazing Metroidvania games on Xbox Series X can feel overwhelming. Instead, we explored every corner to find the best games to play.
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The best platformers on Xbox Series X

Most gamers turn to Nintendo when looking for a goo platformer, but the Xbox Series X has some amazing 2D and 3D platfomers of its own. Here are the best ones.
A girl holds a camera in Lost Records: Bloom & Rage.

How long is Lost Records: Bloom and Rage?

Don't Nod's newest narrative adventure game is here, but this time it is only two parts long. Here's how long you can expect Lost Records: Bloom and Rage to be.
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The best platformers on Switch

Nintendo is the home of the best platformers, and the Switch might have the greatest lineup. Whether you like 2D or 3D, these are the best Switch platformers.
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The best Roguelike games on Switch

The run-based nature of roguelikes makes it the perfect genre for quick play sessions on the Switch. These are the best games in the genre on Nintendo's system.
Samus holding cube in Metroid Dread.

The best Metroidvania games on Switch

The formula of exploration and combat that Metroidvania games deliver work perfectly on the Switch, which is why there are so many. These are the best ones.
A masked figure in Avowed. The mask looks like it's made of gold, it has glowing red eyes, and there's a hood over its head.

Avowed is the rare game that lets me respect NPCs’ privacy

Unlike most RPGs, Avowed was willing to let me respect the privacy on an NPC and not punish me for not feeling entitled to answers.
A woman in cryosleep in Directive 8020.

Directive 8020: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

The next narrative adventure game from Supermassive is exploring the horrors of space travel and alien life. Here's everything we know about Directive 8020.
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Where to find the cartographer in Emerald Stair in Avowed

Once you reach the second major zone in Avowed, Sanza will once again call upon you to find a missing cartographer. Here is where to find this second map maker.
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Lost Soul Aside: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

For those who have been waiting, Lost Soul Aside has been a game over 10 years in the making. Here's everything we know about this stylish action game for PS5.
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The best abilities in Avowed

As an RPG, Avowed streamlines its skills into multiple trees and bottlenecks which means you need to plan ahead if you want to get the best skills in the game.
A castle wall in Avowed.

How to craft materials in Avowed

Upgrading your weapons and armor in Avowed costs materials that you can find in the world, but also craft. Here's how to craft materials in Avowed at camp.
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How to turn off damage numbers in Avowed

Damage numbers can be helpful to know how powerful your attacks and abilities are, but also break immersion. Here's how to turn damage numbers off in Avowed.
A masked figure in Avowed. The mask looks like it's made of gold, it has glowing red eyes, and there's a hood over its head.

How to transmog and hide gear in Avowed

If you love the stats of a set of armor but hate how it looks, you need to transmog it. This is how you can change or hide your gear's appearance in Avowed.
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The Midnight Walk: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

The Midnight Walk is one of the most visually interesting games we know of. If you have a love for claymation and horror, check out everything we know about it.
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How to respec in Avowed

There are a lot of ways to build your character and party in Avowed, and you might decide later that you want to try something new. Here's how you can respec.
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Where to find the cartographer in Dawntrail in Avowed

One of the first side quests given to you in Avowed asks you to find a missing cartographer but with no clear indication on where to look. Here's the location.
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The best video game romances

Video games aren't just about violence, but are also about great romance. These are the best video game romances that we can only hope to find for ourselves.
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How to break down equipment in Avowed

You will need a lot of materials to upgrade your favorite armor and weapons in Avowed, but it is hard to find them. Here's how to break down spare equipment.
Key art for Age of Mythology: Retold.

3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (February 14-16)

This Valentine's weekend, why not cozy up by the Xbox and play some great games via Game Pass? These are the best games to play this weekend alone or in co-op.
THe mimic peaking out of a box in Secret of the Mimic.

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more

The FNAF franchise is still going strong, and Secret of the Mimic might be the most terrifying entry yet. Here's everything we know about this spooky game.
A spellcaster holds a book in Avowed.

How to rebind skills in Avowed

It isn't long into your adventures in Avowed that you start learning more skills than you can set on your quick-select bar. Here's how to rebind your skills.
Players charge at each other in Chivalry 2's Arena mode.

3 PlayStation Plus games to play this weekend (February 14-16)

Whether or not you celebrate Valentine's Day, this is a great weekend to dive into the PlayStation Plus catalogue and get ready for all the upcoming releases.
An environment shot of the Dawnshore Eastern Overlands in Avowed.

How long is Avowed?

Avowed is the next RPG from Obsidian, but is it a massive experience like Skyrim or more contained like The Outer Worlds? Here's how long Avowed takes to beat.

Should you free Ilora in Avowed?

During the opening of Avowed you will be faced with your first real choice: should you free the prisoner Ilora or not? Here's what the consequences will be.
An environment shot of the Dawnshore Eastern Overlands in Avowed.

How to fast travel in Avowed

The Living Lands in Avowed aren't as big as some other fantasy worlds, but they still take a long time to traverse. Here is how to fast travel across the map.
Sonic wagging his finger in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds.

How to join the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds closed test

Sonic is behind the wheel again for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, but the release date is still far in the distance. Here's how to play the closed test early.
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How to switch to third-person in Avowed

Avowed lets you explore the Living Lands in either first or third-person. You have a few ways to do it so here is how you can quickly play in third-person.
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Civilization 7 suzerain guide: how to influence independent civs

While you can create your own towns and cities in Civilization 7, there are also Independent Powers you can influence to join your ranks with a little effort.
Kai fights a Xaurip in Avowed.

Avowed: tips and tricks to conquer the Living Lands

The Living Lands in Avowed are deadly no matter where you are. Obsidian's newest RPG may look like others you've played, but require all new tips and tricks.
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Saros: release window, trailers, and more

The next game from Housemarque is coming in 2026 and looks to be even more satisfying than Returnal. Here's everything we know about sci-fi action game Saros.
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Onimusha: Way of the Sword: release date window, trailers, and more

Sharpen your katana and fill your Oni Gauntlet because Onimusha is back with Onimusha: Way of the Sword. Here's everything we know about this new samurai game.