'Final Fantasy XVI' Review: A Modern Masterpiece on Its Own Terms
'Final Fantasy XVI' is a shocking departure from the series, carving out its own niche as an exhiliarating new standard for 'Final Fantasy'.
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The New Game Plus for 'Final Fantasy XVI' Feels Like a Whole New Game
Will there be a New Game Plus for 'Final Fantasy XVI'? The devs have previously broken down what players can expect after the story.
'Testament: The Order of High Human' First Impressions: 'Skyrim'-Like Meets Old-School RPG
Here are our first impressions of 'Testament: The Order of High Human,' an ambitious 'Skyrim'-like action-adventure meets metroidvania with old-school bones.
Amouranth Launches an AI Chatbot to Interact With Fans
The Amouranth AI chatbot costs $1 per minute of audio, and it’s designed as a way for the creator to better balance her busy schedule.
This Streamer Became a Twitch Affiliate Thanks to a Gift From His Girlfriend
An aspiring Twitch streamer ended up becoming an Affiliate thanks to a gift he got from his girlfriend.
It's Happening! Horses Are Finally Headed to 'The Sims 4' — Everything We Know About the New Expansion
The Sims 4 just teased a brand new, "rootin' tootin'" expansion pack — are horses finally galloping their way into the game?
Here’s How to Join Twitch Partner Plus and Earn a Better Revenue Split
Joining Twitch Partner Plus will get you a 70% share of net subscription revenue. Here’s how to get into the elite Twitch club.
Whoopi Goldberg Wants A Refund for 'Diablo IV' Since It Doesn’t Support Mac
Whoopi Goldberg is frustrated 'Diablo IV' doesn’t run on Mac, and the millionaire is seeking a full refund for her purchase in an Instagram video.
A Fan-Made, Animated 'Zelda' Film Is One Step Closer to Becoming a Reality
A fan-made 'Zelda' film titled ‘Lost in Time' recently entered the post process phase, and the team is celebrating by launching a new trailer.
This Fan-Made 'Dungeons & Dragons' Compendium Helps Bring 'Zelda' Characters to Your Next Campaign
These 'Tears of the Kingdom' 'DnD' characters make it easy for 'Zelda' fans to bring their favorite heroes to the tabletop adventure.
'Waven' Has Impressive Deckbuilding Depth and Colorful Tactics Battles — First Impressions
Ahead of its Steam Next Fest demo, we got hands-on time with 'Waven,' a poppy MMORPG deckbuilder with surprising depth and fun mechanics during battles.
No, Most 'Final Fantasy' Games Aren’t Connected — What to Know Before Starting 'Final Fantasy XVI'
They might share a similar name, but not all the 'Final Fantasy' games are connected to each other. Here's what you need to know.
'Final Fantasy XVI' Is a Timed-Exclusive on PS5 — So When Is It Coming to PC?
Is a 'Final Fantasy XVI' PC port planned for 2023? Here's everything we know about the game's PS5 exclusivity deal and when you might see it on PC.
McDonald's Released a Game Boy–Like Video Game for Grimace's Birthday — Can You Buy It Anywhere?
McDonald's released a new retro video game for Grimace's Birthday. Can you buy it anywhere? Here's everything you should know about the game.
'Alan Wake 2' Spoilers to Fill in Players Lost About Its Backstory and Characters
'Alan Wake 2' is coming 13 years after its prequel. Here are a few light spoilers on what occurred before and what you should expect in the long-awaited sequel.
'Call of Duty' and Nickmercs Face Heavy-Handed Backlash Following Pride Tweet Controversy
After a controversial Pride tweet, Nickmercs faced backlash and 'Call of Duty' removed his operator skin bundle, leading numerous players to uninstall the game.
Your 'Fortnite' Display Name Is Different Than Your PSN ID or Xbox Gamertag
Luckily, Epic Games makes it pretty simple to change your display name in the online battle royale title 'Fortnite' — here's how to.
These Are the Pokémon You Can Currently Hatch From Eggs in 'Pokémon GO'
The Pokémon available in eggs in 'Pokémon GO' changes from time to time, but here's the most recent chart of Pokémon available in eggs.
How to Solve the Find the Flames Puzzle in 'Fortnite' – Plus a Look At What’s Inside
Hiding deep in the 'Fortnite' jungle biome is a mysterious vault that asks you to “find the flames.” Here’s how to solve the mysterious puzzle.
Kleavor Has Finally Arrived in Pokémon GO — Here’s How to Get It
Here’s how to get Kleavor in Pokémon GO, along with additional information about its strengths and weaknesses to take advantage of in battle.
This 'Tears of the Kingdom' Player Is Attempting to Beat Every Boss Without Touching the Ground
This legendary 'Tears of the Kingdom' player is taking down every boss in the game without ever setting foot on the ground. Their latest target? King Gleeok.
'Gord' First Impressions: A Brutal Dark Fantasy City-Builder Steeped in Slavic Folklore
We got to play an hour of 'Gord,' a Slavic-inspired dark fantasy game juggling exploration and city-building mechanics. Check out our first impressions.
You'll Want to Use the Cybertron Cannon Before It's Gone in 'Fortnite'
The Cybertron Cannon was introduced as part of the crossover with 'Transformers,' but where can you locate the new Mythic weapon in 'Fortnite'?
Here’s What to Do if You’re Not Gaining Experience From 'Fortnite' Creative
If you’re not getting XP from 'Fortnite' Creative, there are a few things you can do to fix the problem. Here's why you might not be getting XP.
TimTheTatman and Nickmercs Had Their Bundles Removed From 'Call of Duty' — Here's Why
The TimTheTatman and Nickmercs skins are no longer in 'Modern Warfare II'. Here's a closer look at what happened to the 'Call of Duty' bundles.
Finding the Chalice of Cubetastrophy Is Easy — if You Know Where to Look
Locating the Chalice of Cubetastrophy for Aura is one of this season's Snapshot Quests in 'Fortnite,' but where is this mysterious chalice?
'Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew' Takes Stealth Strategy to a New Level — First Impressions
We played a sizeable chunk of 'Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew,' a stealth strategy game with a colorful accursed pirate crew. Here are our first impressions.
'Jumplight Odyssey' Is a Promising Yet Awkward Roguelite Colony Sim — First Impressions
Before Steam Next Fest, we played a demo of 'Jumplight Odyssey,' a roguelite colony sim about escaping a galactic threat. Here are our first impressions.
Three Alternatives to Twitch to Consider the Next Time You Want to Watch a Stream
Twitch might dominate the world of game live streaming, but here are three Twitch alternatives that are worth checking out if you want to switch.
We Tried Every Game at the 2023 Tribeca Games, and Here Are Our Thoughts
The 2023 Tribeca Games selection features demos for seven narrative-rich games. Here are our first impressions of all of the previews.
'Spider-Man 2' for the PS5 Finally Has a Release Date — When to Expect the Game
When is the release date for 'Spider-man 2' on the PS5? The game was announced during a 2021 State of Play livestream for upcoming PlayStation titles.
Done With Your Homework? Then Here’s How to Play 'Minecraft' on Your School Chromebook
If you’re trying to figure out how to play 'Minecraft' on your school Chromebook, then you may want to check out some of the latest news on the game.
Nicolas Cage Will Play Himself in 'Dead by Daylight' as a New Survivor
Acclaimed actor Nic Cage will be playing himself in 'Dead by Daylight,' according to a teaser from Behaviour Interactive. When will he be playable?
Is Your Account Locked in 'Diablo IV'? Here’s What Might Be Happening
If you find that your 'Diablo IV' account is locked, you might be running into a common launch-day bug. Here’s how to fix the problem.
'OXENFREE II' Devs Were Intentional About the Game's Initially Misleading Tone
When creating the art and mood of 'OXENFREE II' the devs at Night School Studio revealed their intentions behind the misleading ambiance in Tape 3.
'Flutter Away' Is as Peaceful as it Promises to Be — First Impressions
Ahead of Steam Next Fest, Distractify played 'Flutter Away,' a cozy exploration game where you research butterflies. Here are our first impressions.
This Twitch Streamer Is Building a Controller to Beat 'Elden Ring' With Her Mind
Using an EEG to measure brain waves along with some impressive technical skills, Twitch streamer Perrikaryal can now control video games with her mind.
Players Can Buy and Customize Their Own House in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Inside Tarrey Town, players can work toward getting a house in 'Tears of the Kingdom' to customize it to their liking, but it'll cost quite a bit of rupees.
FaZe Rain Goes After Asmongold As Grace Van Dien Drama Escalates — What’s Going on Now?
The drama with FaZe Clan continues, as Rain is now feuding with Asmongold following controversial remarks about their signing of Grace Van Dien.
FaZe Sway's 'Fortnite' Controller Settings Lets You Simulate His Play Style
For esports pros like FaZe Sway, updating his controller settings in 'Fortnite' contributes a lot to his success, and why others follow in his footsteps.
'Valorant' Pro Player Twisten Tragically Passed Away — What We Know About a Cause of Death
What was Twisten's cause of death? The 19-year-old professional 'Valorant' player had been battling depression leading up to his passing.
The 'Minecraft' Trials & Tales Update Is Just About Here
The 1.20 update for 'Minecraft' is on its way, and has officially been named the Trials & Tales update. When is the update coming out?
There Are Tons Of Cool Armor Sets to Collect in 'Tears of the Kingdom' — Here Are The Best
The best armor sets in 'Tears of the Kingdom' make it easy to survive even the most challenging of battles. Here's a look at the most useful armor.
'Guild Wars 2' Kicks Off New Twitch Drops Campaign for the 'End of Dragons' Expansion
Launching after the second chapter of the 'End of Dragons' expansion, 'Guild Wars 2' has kicked off a new Twitch Drops campaign to celebrate.
Here’s a Look at Every Game Coming to Apple Vision Pro
Apple Vision Pro could be a bonafide gaming headset when it launches, thanks to DualSense support and a massive library of Apple Arcade hits.
'Valheim' Servers Can Hold Up to 10 Players — Is It Worth Playing Alone?
'Valheim' allows players to create servers and bring several players into their realms, but there's nothing stopping you from playing alone.
These June 2023 Spotlight Hour Pokémon Can Be Shiny in 'Pokémon GO'
These Pokémon will take center stage during the June 2023 Spotlight Hours. Here's the full schedule for the month (and if they can be Shiny).
The 'Diablo IV' Battle Pass Is Massive — Here’s Everything We Know So Far
The 'Diablo IV' Battle Pass launches later this summer and will include tons of exclusive content. From release date to rewards, here’s everything we know so far.
This 'Diablo IV' Bug Is Spawning More Enemies Than Players Can Handle
'Diablo IV' has had a fairly smooth launch, but there’s one pesky enemy spawn bug that seems to be sending adventurers to an early grave.
Blizzard Celebrates 'Diablo IV' Release With Weekly Twitch Drops Offering Cosmetics
Activision Blizzard has launched Twitch Drops for 'Diablo IV,' allowing players to acquire several exclusive cosmetics for supporting streamers.