'Gord' Can Be Difficult for RTS Newcomers — Five Tips to Get You Started
'Gord' is an RTS with a lot of nuance in its exploration and city-building mechanics. It can be daunting to digest, so here are beginner tips to keep in mind.
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You Can Upgrade Buildings Fast in 'Gord' By Following These Steps
To deal with the challenges 'Gord' throws at you, you'll want to upgrade your buildings fast by making outposts around resources and smartly assigning subjects.
Feed Snorlax These Drink and Dessert Recipes to Maximize Their Power in 'Pokémon Sleep'
Here’s a look at all drink and dessert recipes in 'Pokémon Sleep' you can whip up to improve Snorlax’s strength and keep them happy.
There Are Several Ways to Build the Best Team in 'Pokémon Sleep' — What You Need to Know
The best Helper Team in 'Pokémon Sleep' makes it easy to level up your Snorlax and encounter rare Pokémon. Here’s how to pick your lineup.
Good Sleep Day in 'Pokémon Sleep' Will Boost Your Drowsy Power During the Next Full Moon
Good Sleep Day in 'Pokémon Sleep' arrives with the next full moon. But what does it entail? Here's what you need to know to get maximum Drowsy Power.
4 Things 'Moving Out 2' Does Better Than its Predecessor
'Moving Out 2' still strikes the balance between funny and infuriating while adding lore to the nonsensical world. Here's our review.
Illari Is the Newest 'Overwatch 2' Character — When Will She Be Available for Competitive Matches?
Illari is a new arrival with Season 6, but when will she be in competitive 'Overwatch 2'? Here's everything we know so far.
Trying to Find the Watery Bridge in 'Tears of the Kingdom'? How to Solve the Clues to the Quest
You’ll need to swim up a few watery bridges in 'Tears of the Kingdom' to find the Water Temple, and that requires completing the Clues to the Sky questline.
Palium Ore Is One of the Best Resources in 'Palia' — Here’s Where to Find It
Palium Ore locations are scattered throughout the world of 'Palia,' but here are the best places to farm this valuable resource.
A Viral TikTok Claims Mario Says “Itsumi” Instead of “It’s A-Me” — Is It Right?
Most players think Mario is saying “It’s A-Me,” but someone on TikTok has a wildly different theory about the plumber’s iconic catchphrase.
You'll Need Leather to Make the Glider in 'Palia'
Leather is an essential crafting material, and you can either purchase it or make it on your own. Here's what you need to know about the fabric.
The Fastest Ways to Make Money in 'Palia'
Coins will be essential to advance further in 'Palia,' but you'll have to earn all of your money in-game. Here's how to make money fast.
Fousey Just Got Banned from Twitch for the Second Time in a Month — What Happened?
The controversial Fousey was just banned from Twitch, but what did he do this time? Some think it could do with his contract with Kick.
The Pokémon GO Fest 2023 Schedule You've Been Waiting For
Those who can't participate in Pokémon GO Fest in-person will still be able to do the global event in the app. Here's when you can participate.
The Best Essence Stones to Use With Any Momentum Build in 'Atlas Fallen'
Essence Stones are artifacts you can equip in 'Atlas Fallen' to dynamically change your play style and attack skills. Here are the best ones we found.
You Can Build Momentum Fast in 'Atlas Fallen' With These Tips
Momentum in 'Atlas Fallen' makes all the difference in combat. By parrying or using certain Essence Stones, you can build Momentum fast and deal more damage.
The Best Perks You Should Unlock First in 'Atlas Fallen'
Players can unlock passive Perks to permanently upgrade their character in 'Atlas Fallen.' Here are the best Perks we believe all players should use.
Some Old Pokémon Games Have Been Added to Nintendo Switch Online
Pokémon fans have been dying to know if some of the old-school Pokémon games will come to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers — and some of the games have.
Every Confirmed Pokémon You’ll See in 'Detective Pikachu Returns' on Nintendo Switch
Tons of Pokémon will make an appearance in 'Detective Pikachu Returns' on Nintendo Switch. Here’s every Pokémon confirmed for the game so far.
Mew Is Now Available in 'Pokémon Scarlet & Violet' — Here’s How to Get It
Getting Mew in 'Pokémon Scarlet' and 'Violet' is easy, but snagging Mewtwo is going to take a bit more work. Here's a look at the two new additions to Paldea.
xQc Has Made a Name for Himself in Streaming and Esports — What Is His Net Worth?
What is xQc's net worth? The popular streamer has made a name for himself on Twitch and in esports with millions of followers on his platform..
Paldean Pokémon Are Finally Coming to 'Pokémon GO'
The Paldean Pokémon have yet to be added to the mobile AR game, but The Pokémon Company finally announced when trainers can catch them.
Your Guide to Crafting in 'Palia'
You'll do a lot of crafting in 'Palia,' but the key to getting new recipes to make more furniture items is — you guessed it — more crafting.
Dad Deletes Son's Minecraft World as Punishment, Gets Blasted for "Bad Parenting"
Obviously, his son was completely distraught. Most commenters agreed that deleting his son's 'Minecraft' world was unnecessarily cruel.
Twitch Streamer Kai Cenat Taken Into Custody After Giveaway Sparks "Riots" in NYC
A giveaway orchestrated by Twitch streamer Kai Cenat purportedly resulted in massive riots in NYC, prompting a 1,000-officer NYPD response.
'OXENFREE III' Is Not Out of the Question, Says the Game's Lead Director (EXCLUSIVE)
The sequel 'OXENFREE II' greatly expanded on the lore of Edwards Island, but is the story over? Game Director and Lead Developer Bryant Cannon shares his thoughts.
'Palia' Is Better With Friends — Here's How to Add Them to Your Party
Though the new cozy MMO 'Palia' can be played alone, sometimes it's just better with friends. Here's how to add friends and play with them in 'Palia.'
These 'Baldur's Gate 3' Cheats Will Better Your Play Experience
Cheats in 'Baldur's Gate 3' can modify your playing experience and even adjust stats and spells. Here's a list of every useful cheat that we have found.
What Happened to Scott Cawthon? Gamers Want to Know If He Really Retired
Scott Cawthon gave us the wonderful 'Five Nights at Freddy's' and then seemed to vanish from existence. What happened to him? Did he retire?
You Can Choose From 12 Starting Classes and a Whopping 46 Subclasses in 'Baldur's Gate 3'
In 'Baldur's Gate 3,' players can choose one or several classes and subclasses for their character, each providing different mechanics and abilities in combat.
Use This Infinite Log Glitch to Save Time Gathering in 'Sons of the Forest'
Due to a duplication glitch, players can stack up infinite amounts of logs in 'Sons of the Forest,' curbing the core challenge of having limited resources.
The Best Glitches in 'Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' — Break the Game With These Fun Tricks
While 'Tears of the Kingdom' is a well-polished game, there are still a few useful glitches for you to discover. Here are some of the most useful.
Dominate the Little Jungle Cup in 'Pokémon GO' With These Powerful Teams
The Little Jungle Cup in 'Pokémon GO' has several restrictions on how you can build your party. Here’s who you should bring into battle.
Don't Start 'Palia' Without These Tips and Tricks
'Palia' is the first cozy MMO, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't use these tips and tricks as you're getting started to maximize your time.
Fall in Love Again (and Again) in 'Palia' — All Romanceable NPCs
You can romance any number of the available NPCs in 'Palia' — but here's a rundown of who's on the market and open to falling in love.
'Palia' Is the Best Parts of Your Favorite Cozy Games in a Free-to-Play Package
'Palia' is a rare title that combines the best parts of your favorite cozy games in a wholly unique way. Here are our first impressions of the MMO.
Your Gear in 'Final Fantasy XVI' Can Make All the Difference — Our Picks for the Best Equipment
What's the best gear to equip in 'Final Fantasy XVI'? Here are our picks for the best all-purpose equipment you can use in your loadout.
'Roblox' Players Might Be Entitled to Part of a $10 Million Class Action Settlement — How to Cash In
'Roblox' players that purchased an in-game item that was later removed from the game might be able to get a refund for their money.
Every Pokémon Featured in 'Pokémon GO' Raids in August 2023
The August 2023 'Pokémon GO' raid schedule is stacked with powerful creatures. Here's a look at which monsters are featured and when you'll find them.
What Is the Pokémon 777 Filter? The NSFW TikTok Filter Has Finally Been Removed
A Pokémon filter created for TikTok allegedly showed users an explicit image of the popular character Gardevoir. It has since been taken down.
Here’s What Happens When You Deactivate All the Wet Floor Bots in 'Five Nights at Freddy’s'
If you deactivate all the wet floor bots in 'FNAF,' you’ll gain access to a secret area in the 'Ruin' DLC. Here’s what you need to know.
Keep Snorlax Happy With These Salad Recipes in 'Pokémon Sleep'
These salad recipes in 'Pokémon Sleep' will help keep Snorlax happy and ensure you’re encountering rare Pokémon throughout the day.
'Final Fantasy XIV' x 'XVI' Crossover May Be Coming Sooner Than Expected
'Final Fantasy XIV' is no stranger to crossovers with many of Square Enix's popular titles, and looks like next up will be the highly-acclaimed 'XVI.'
'Forgotlings' Is a Semi-Open World Metroidvania In the Charming Style of 'Forgotten Anne'
We tried about 35 minutes of 'Forgotlings,' a cinematic action-adventure Metroidvania from the creators of 'Forgotten Anne.' Here are our first impressions.
Jeju Island Is Featured in the Latest Pokémon Air Adventures Collaboration — Everything You Need to Know
The 'Pokémon GO' event on Jeju Island offers exclusive Field Research, surprise encounters with Latias or Latios, and tons of other cool perks.
Looking for Bender in 'Fortnite'? You’ll Need to Venture Into Mega City to Find Him
Bender can be found lingering around Mega City in 'Fortnite.' Here’s exactly where you need to look if you want to find this 'Futurama' NPC.
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney Suggests Travis Scott Could Return to 'Fortnite'
Is Travis Scott going to be coming back to 'Fortnite'? Although Epic Games hasn't officially announced it, Tim Sweeney's recent comments suggest he may.
'Zelda: Oracle of Ages' and 'Oracle of Seasons' Are Now On Switch — and Playing Both Unlocks Tons of Secrets
There are tons of secrets hidden within 'The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages' and 'Oracle of Seasons.' Here’s a look at how to find them.
You Can Be Creative and Make Your Own Custom Shirt or T-Shirt in 'Roblox'
If you're feeling a bit creative and want to be more stylish, making a custom shirt in 'Roblox' will dress up your avatar however you like.
Follow These Steps to Keep Your Pokémon Happy and Energized in 'Pokémon Sleep'
Keeping your Pokémon happy in 'Pokémon Sleep' is the key to success. Here’s what you can do to keep them energized throughout the day.