Path of Exile Developer Addresses Server Issues in Ultimatum Expansion

The latest expansion forPath of Exilehas arrived, but launch hasn’t gone according to plan.Ultimatumofficially arrived on April 16 and with it came some of the worst server issues thatPath of Exilehas ever experienced. These server issues are only part of players' frustrations, however. Not only is Grinding Gear Games facing criticism forPath of Exile: Ultimatum’s launch, but also for providing preferential treatment to livestreamers despiteUltimatum’s competitive environment. The issue at hand is thatPath of Exile’s launch ofUltimatumhas led to very long server queues, plus frequent disconnects that force players back into server queues....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 449 words · Jennifer Lowery

Persona 3 Reload: Tanaka (Devil) Social Link Guide

Quick Links Much like several Social Links inPersona 3 Reload, Tanaka’s Social Link is locked behind several prerequisites, making it easy to miss on a first run if you’re not careful. He’s an evening-only Social Link and is arguably one of the easier ones to Rank Up. If you’re keeping up with the Hermit Social Link and your Social Stats, you’ll be able to start the Devil Social Link around the midway point ofPersona 3 Reload....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 488 words · Ashley Mooney

PlayStation Creator Ken Kutaragi Thinks VR Headsets are 'Annoying'

Formed in 2012 and purchased by social media mega-corporation Facebook in 2014,Oculusand its various headsets represented a major leap forward in VR technology developed for personal use. Facebook would further innovate on the technology with the release of the Oculus Quest 2 in 2020, and, the following year, it would revolutionize their use by way of the Metaverse. Ken Kutaragi, the man most responsible for getting Sony into the video game business, doesn’t seem to think VR headsets are here to stay, however....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 460 words · Larry Mendoza

Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl Reveal How to Catch Mew and Jirachi

Pokemon Brilliant DiamondandPokemon Shining Pearllaunch in just over a week, deliveringPokemonfans a double dose of nostalgia modernized for a new audience. But as beloved as 15-year-oldPokemongames are, thePokemonfranchise has changed dramatically since their release. That’s why The Pokemon Company isn’t just remakingPokemon DiamondandPokemon Pearl, but also adding ways for players to collect Mythical Pokemon Mew and Jirachi, and Legendary Pokemon, too. Regarding Mythical Pokemon Mew and Jirachi, The Pokemon Company is making both easily accessible to allPokemon Brilliant DiamondandPokemon Shining Pearlplayers....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 436 words · Virginia Barker

Pokemon GO Adds Major Egg Quality of Life Improvement

Pokemon GOhas included microtransactions since the mobile AR game’s earliest days, but in general there has be relatively low drama surrounding those options. The game doesn’t include any major pay-to-win scheme and most microtransactions are just additional items, storage space, or access to exclusive events. That said,the game’s Egg hatching systemis the closest thing to a loot box that the app includes. Eggs can hatch different Pokemon based on the distance it takes to hatch them andwhat events or season is currently underway....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 454 words · Alan Holmes DDS

Pokemon GO: Community Day December 2019 Guide

Pokemon GO’sfinal Community Day event of 2019 is just around the corner and it’s time to look back on all of the featured Pokemon who have been put in the spotlight this year. Players will have more time than usual for thespecial Community Day weekendto get out and take advantage of all of the exciting bonuses and opportunities. There’s a lot going on for the year end Community Day event inPokemon GO, so fans should be sure to take some time to prepare and plan for the big day....

June 1, 2025 · 2 min · 417 words · Abigail Stewart

Pokemon Unite Reveals Next Pokemon Joining the Roster

Nintendo and TiMi Studios have lifted the veil off the next Pokemon being added toPokemon Unite. Fans will soon have a new creature to take intoPokemon Unite’s hectic team battles, and judging by said announcement, it won’t be long now before it’s added to the roster.It’s been a busy few months for thePokemonMOBA. In the wake ofPokemon Unite’s first anniversaryback in July, TiMi Studios has expanded the game’s lineup of playable pocket monsters several times....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 437 words · Pamela Alexander

Red Dead Redemption 2 Players Discover Alternate Animation When Arthur Chokes Enemies in Water

Red Dead Redemption 2is simply a massive game filled with a sprawling world as well as a bevy of intricate animations and mechanics to help players feel immerse. The game is so big, that many players are still finding hidden details throughoutRed Dead Redemption 2years after its release. Some discoveries are related to rare animations or small scenes scattered across the game’s map, like looking through a window to witness a couple stumbling around high on opium....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 454 words · Jonathan Patel

Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Ending Explained

Spoilers for Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2 ahead. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2had big shoes to fill from the very beginning, as it serves as a sequel to a critically praised, award-winning game.Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrificewas popular with players due to its incredible depiction of mental illness and psychosis. As the sequel aims to tell a story that pulls the narrative away from Senua’s struggles, it may leave players feeling like the story of the newer release isn’t as hard-hitting or willing to explore the “darkness” of one’s own mind....

June 1, 2025 · 4 min · 724 words · Kyle Thompson

Skyrim Fan Makes Pixel Art Animation to Celebrate Game’s 11th Birthday

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimhas just turned eleven years old, and a talented fan in the community decided to mark the occasion with a beautifully animated pixel art. Eleven years have gone by, andSkyrimshows no sign of aging out– it remains popular in video game circles, with an ever-thriving mod community, and a fan base that spans generations. For a single player game, this kind of longevity is remarkably rare, and Bethesda’s work on the fifthElder Scrollsgame is worthy of praise....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Frank White

Sonic Frontiers: How to Fast Travel

Quick Links Sonic Frontiersis the first realopen-worldSonicgame; however, Sega marketing has called it an open-zone game. It features several islands that act as hub worlds forSonicto explore. These islands are very different from the worlds seen before inSonic AdventureandSonic The Hedgehog2006. Each one of them are absolutely massive and filled with secrets, enemies, grind rails, and the famous loops that Sonic is known for running around on. RELATED:Sonic Frontiers: Spring is in the Air Quest Guide Moving around at the speed of sound,Sonic The Hedgehogis still the fastest living creature and can even upgrade his base speed as players progress throughSonic Frontiers....

June 1, 2025 · 5 min · 923 words · Gregory Garcia

Starfield Player Finds Crew in Unexpected Place

Summary OneStarfieldplayer accidentally found a few of their crew in a very unexpected location. The title has been available to those who’ve purchasedStarfield’s Premium or Constellation Editionfor just a week. Even in the short timeframe, fans have been dedicating their precious hours not only to playing and exploring the game but also to finding humorous situations as well. The massive scale ofStarfieldhas led to a lot of interesting and unique discoveries....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Andrew Stone Jr.

Steelrising Trailer Sets Up the Story

French game developer Spiders has a growing fanbase following its recent run of game releases, culminating with 2019’sGreedfall. However, to follow up on Greedfall’s release, Spiders decided to continue its streak of creating new IP.Steelrisingwill be Spiders' new game, aDark Souls-inspired action RPG set in 1789 amid an alternate timeline French Revolution. To help acquaint fans withSteelrising’s premise, Spiders has released a new trailer delving into the game’s story and setting....

June 1, 2025 · 3 min · 429 words · Danielle Stephens