More Than 150 Familiar Pokémon Join Paldea in the 'Scarlet' and 'Violet' DLC — Full List
'Pokémon Scarlet' and 'Violet' has announced a two-part DLC sending players to new regions. Here's a breakdown of both new and returning Pokémon coming.
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The Best Traits to Use in 'Starfield' Will Be Different From Player to Player
Before starting 'Starfield,' you’ll have to select traits for your character. For the most part, the best traits depend on how you want to mold your character.
'Starfield' Is Almost Here — And This Doctor’s Note From Bethesda Might Get You Sick Time for It
Excited to play 'Starfield'? Then consider sending your employer this "doctor’s note" from a Bethesda executive to get the day off.
Where Does Flamingo Live? The YouTube Star's Hometown and Personal Life
Curious where Flamingo lives and other details about his personal life? You've come to the right place. Get the scoop on YouTuber Albert Spencer Aretz.
This Leak Suggests There May Be Another Game After 'God of War: Ragnarök' — But Is It True?
'God of War: Ragnarök' was originally intended to conclude the Norse saga of the franchise, but a new leak suggests there may be one more game.
xQc Was Allegedly Accused of Sexual Assault in Newly Released Legal Documents
Documents from investigator Henry Resilient show xQc was the subject of sexual assault allegations, but the case has been closed "without conviction or deferred adjudication."
The 'Pokémon GO' Shiny Glitch Is a Clever Way to Find New Rare Pokémon
If you ever encounter a Shiny Pokémon you don't want during Spotlight Hour, there's a glitch you could use to encounter a different Shiny in 'Pokémon GO.'
'Super Mario Bros. Wonder' Is Innovative in All the Right Ways — First Impressions
The Wonder Flower in Super Mario Bros. Wonder adds a wackiness not yet seen in Mario games — and it promises to be the best new game in the franchise.
'Stardew Valley' Fan Combines 'Wordle' and Fishing to Create the Perfect Minigame
It takes a bit of time to master, but this 'Stardew Valley' fishing game, 'Pufferdle' is the perfect alternative to 'Wordle'.
It's That Time of the Month — Everything Happening in 'Pokémon GO' in September 2023
The September 2023 schedule for 'Pokémon GO' is now available, debuting special research questlines, shiny Pokémon, raids, and much more soon.
The Guard Won’t Be Included in the 2024 'Valorant' Champions Tour — Here’s What Happened
Despite qualifying, The Guard is not in the 2024 'Valorant' Champions Tour due to administrative and communication issues — and they're not happy.
Dr Disrespect Has Been Trying "For Years" to be a Fighter in 'Mortal Kombat'
Streamer Dr Disrespect recently discussed his plans to become a playable character in 'Mortal Kombat 1.' But is he really being added to the game?
Insider Reveals 'Roblox' Is Taking Its Age Verification Process "Seriously" (EXCLUSIVE)
Some parents are concerned whether 'Roblox' is safe for kids. We asked an insider familiar with its age verification system for their opinion.
'Pokémon GO' Ultra Unlock Events Arrive in September — What We Know So Far
Two 'Pokémon GO' Ultra Unlock events will take place in September, thanks to community participation during GO Fest 2023, and offer decent rewards.
Every Early Game Mission You Can Exploit to Farm Money Quick in 'Armored Core VI'
By exploiting specific missions with different fast-killing mech builds, you can farm money to buy pricey parts early into 'Armored Core VI.'
Twitch Streamer Has Panic Attack Amid Three-Day Dark Closet Challenge and Quits
Twitch streamer IZIDORE was at the 25-hour mark of his three days in a dark closet challenge run before having a panic attack, admitting he couldn't continue.
'Valorant' Fans Taunt Elon Musk With “Bring Back Twitter” Chant During Championships
It sounds like 'Valorant' fans are big supporters of the old Twitter, with the crowd breaking out into a hilarious chant during the Champions Tour.
'Sonic Superstars' First Impressions — A Challenge in Pacing
Sonic fans know the blue hedgehog's games are all about going fast — but if you want to succeed in 'Sonic Superstars,' you'll have to slow down a bit.
'Armored Core 6' Has This Man Working Out and Gaming for Six Hours Straight
Staying motivated to work out is difficult, but this gamer has combined his hobby with exercise to sneak in a lengthy six-hour training session.
'Call of Duty' Adds Nicki Minaj Skin — And Fans Are Already Losing Their Minds
Nicki Minaj is now an Operator in 'Call of Duty', and fans are going wild about the incredible collaboration. Their reactions speak to the iconic crossover.
Leaked 'Starfield' Screenshot Reveals Dreaded “Invisible Walls” — But Are the Images Legit?
'Starfield' will let you travel to hundreds of unique planets, but a new screenshot showing off “invisible walls” has players worried it may not be open world.
How to Make Sure You're Fully Prepared for Primal Kyogre Raids in 'Pokémon GO'
Primal Kyogre will be available in Primal Raids during the 2023 Pokémon GO Fest Global — but you'll have to prepare if you want to catch it.
Primal Groudon Is Coming to 'Pokémon GO' Primal Raids — Here’s How to Catch It
Primal Groudon will be available during raids throughout the 2023 Pokémon GO Fest Global. Here’s how to beat it and add it to your roster.
The Best Companions in 'Baldur's Gate 3' Are Essential to Overcome the Dangers Ahead
Out of the ten characters, the best companions provide crucial abilities and inherent skills to your party, opening up new battle and exploration methods.
Riot Sent Paper Rex a Warning for Teabagging Other Team During 'Valorant' Champions Match
'Valorant' esports team Paper Rex were teabagging their opponents, Evil Geniuses, at the ongoing Champions tourney, soon after receiving a warning from Riot.
Twitch Streamer Asks His Moderator to Sleep in a Closet for Three Days in Exchange for a Car
A Twitch streamer told his mod that he'd give him a car if he could last three days in a closet. Here's what happened.
Yes, 'Little Nightmares 3' Is Coming — And It'll Feature a Co-Op Storyline
Bandai Namco revealed at the 2023 Gamescom that there will be a 'Little Nightmares III,' slated to release sometime in 2024 with a co-op campaign.
The Best 'Dragon Age: Origins' Glitches — Use These to Make Money Fast, Earn Easy XP, and More
The best 'Dragon Age: Origins' glitches make it easy to level your character and line your pockets with gold. Here are some to start using.
The Best Mods for 'Baldur's Gate 3' Can Make Your Playthrough More Fun
While mods can diminish some of the challenge in 'Baldur's Gate 3,' there are many fun and useful ones to download and transform your experience.
Dr Disrespect Wants $50 Million to Stream on Kick — Here’s What the Kick Boss Had to Say
Dr Disrespect is asking for $50 million to leave YouTube for Kick, but the Kick boss isn’t convinced it would be a wise investment.
Arena Mode May Be Coming Back Very Soon in 'League of Legends'
The Arena game mode in 'League of Legends' is a limited-time playlist being removed on August 28. Fans are sad to see it go, but a dev hinted it may return.
Watch This Brother-Sister Duo Dominate 'Mario Kart' While Blindfolded
Completing Mario Kart tracks on the hardest difficulty isn't for the faint of heart; could you do it while blindfolded? This brother and sister can!
'Marvel Snap' Celebrates Its PC Launch With Exclusive Twitch Drops
'Marvel Snap' Twitch Drops are sticking around until Aug. 29, so you’ve got plenty of time to check out the event and collect rewards.
Fousey Calls the Cops and Gets Hospitalized for a Mental Health Evaluation — Here’s What Happened
Fousey called the police thinking his life was in danger, but the content creator was instead hospitalized for a psych evaluation.
The "Bill Clinton Kid" of The Game Awards Is a Popular Stream Sniper — Everything We Know
Matan Even is best known for sneaking onto The Game Awards stage and other trolling moments, but he’s also an avid stream sniper.
BlackPink Now Has an Exclusive Event in 'Roblox'
'Roblox' has had many collabs with artists, and next up is BLACKPINK, a popular K-pop girl group debuting their first event called THE PALACE to the metaverse.
A 'Fortnite' Lagoon Party Time Challenge Asks You to Pet Wildlife — How Do You Do It?
Want to learn how to pet the wildlife in 'Fortnite'? If you pet tamed wolves or boars in 'Fortnite,' you’ll complete the Lagoon Party Time Challenge.
The Infamous 'GTA' Fan Who Stormed the Gamescom Stage Has Done This Before on Live TV
During opening night for the annual Gamescom presentation, a GTA fan stormed onto the stage with host Geoff Keighley, demanding an update on GTA 6.
These Are Just Some of the Exciting Titles Sega Is Releasing In the Next Year
SEGA has been feeding its fans for the last year, but there are so many more exciting titles on the horizon for fans of the publisher.
'Roblox' is Being Sued for Offering “Illegal Gambling Opportunities” That Target Underage Players
The 'Roblox' gambling lawsuit alleges the Roblox Corporation is fostering an illegal gambling ring that targets its younger players.
Netflix's Hit Reality Show 'Love Is Blind' Is Actually Getting a Video Game
Netflix has been dipping its toes more and more into the games industry lately. And its next project will be a video game spin-off based on 'Love Is Blind.'
Here’s How to Fix the Frustrating 'Madden 24' Draft Class Glitch
There are quite a few bugs in 'Madden 24', but the draft class glitch is one of the most annoying. Here’s how to fix the issue and get back in the game.
Billy the Stick Man Is Back in Action — How to Get Him Again in 'Roblox'
Billy isn't gone for good. This funny-looking stickman was a free UGC item in 'Roblox' before getting removed, but now he's back through the Avatar Shop.
Super Mario Voice Actor Charles Martinet Has Retired — But He Isn't Gone for Good!
Charles Martinet has voiced Mario, Luigi, and Wario in Nintendo's Super Mario Bros. video games for over 30 years. Did he retire? Here's what we know.
'Immortals of Aveum' Makes Good on Its Many (Big) Promises — Review
'Immortals of Aveum' promised to be a wholly unique FPS with magic as your weapon, and Ascendant Studios' debut title delivers where it counts.
After My First Pokémon GO Fest, It's True — There's No Community Like the 'Pokémon GO' Community
As a first-time Pokémon GO Fest attendee, the sense of community felt at the event in NYC is unlike anything I've ever experienced in gaming.
Bill Belichick Still Doesn't Appear as a Coach in 'Madden' Games — Here's Why
For years, Bill Belichick — one of the most recognizable NFL coaches — hasn't appeared virtually in the popular 'Madden' games. Here's the reason why.
An Internet Prank Backfired and Got This GameStop Employee Fired
A content creator tried to pull a prank on a GameStop employee, but all they managed to do was get them fired. Now, he's started a GoFundMe.
Xerneas Will Often Change Colors in Your Storage in 'Pokémon GO' — Here's Why
Xerneas is a multi-colored Legendary you can catch in 'Pokémon GO.' But why does it suddenly change colors once inside your storage? Here's what to know.
Your Guide on the Best Counters to Defeat Yveltal in 'Pokémon GO'
Yveltal is a fearsome Dark and Flying-type returning to 5-star raids in 'Pokémon GO.' Here's a guide of how to beat it and the best counters to use.