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Things We Wish We Knew Before We Started Don't Starve Together

Breanna Burford — Wed, 31 May 2023 22:30:16 GMT

It seems like the concept of Don’t Starve Together is right in the name, but you’re dead wrong if you think food is the only thing to worry about here – literally. Of course, you’ll need a food source, but darkness and monsters are just as lethal as running out of food, if not more.

Nintendo Switch Games With The Best Storylines

Zooey Norman — Wed, 31 May 2023 20:30:15 GMT

There seems to be an infinite amount of video games, spread throughout tons of different genres. You can cozy up and play a town management game, or focus on saving the world in a classic JRPG. Not all video game stories are created equal though. So, which games have the best storyline?

Best Roguelike Games On Android And iOS

Jacob Whaling — Wed, 31 May 2023 12:46:15 GMT

Roguelike games are often bite-sized adventures that fit into short play sessions. Mobile games are all about short play sessions, so its no wonder why rougelikes feel so great on Android and iOS devices, where you can easily pick up and put down the game at a moment's notice.

10 Best Noodlecake Studios Games

Sultan Uz Zaman Makhdoom — Tue, 30 May 2023 23:46:15 GMT

If you’re looking for games for your device that entice and intrigue with their aesthetic choices and gameplay mechanics, then Noodlecake Studios make some of the best games out there on the market. Since they’re so popular, they’ve ended up collaborating with several other game developers as well.

10 Best Ketchapp Mobile Games On Android

Sultan Uz Zaman Makhdoom — Tue, 30 May 2023 16:30:16 GMT

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, Ketchapp makes games that are actually engaging and fun to play for a bit. They are the perfect blend of easy controls and quirky charming graphics. Once you pick up any of these games, you get either frustrated or enamored by just how much polish went into creating the games they feature.

The Best Pelican Town Locations In Stardew Valley

Allyson Cochran — Tue, 30 May 2023 00:45:16 GMT

Welcome to the charming town of Pelican Town in Stardew Valley, where the local establishments hold secrets, surprises, and quirky characters at every corner. From the depths of consumerism to the heartwarming camaraderie of a local tavern, the town's spots hold their place in the tapestry of farmer life.

Best Biome To Build A Base In Don't Starve Together

Rosa Baumgartl — Mon, 29 May 2023 18:30:15 GMT

When it comes to building a base in Don’t Starve Together, you’ll do well to keep your natural environment in mind, as it's typically your ticket to either resources or regret. Choosing the best base location is pivotal to your main goal in this game – don’t starve, which is sometimes easier said than done.

The Strongest Skills In Darkest Dungeon 2

Nathan Ball — Mon, 29 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT

Each character you can add to your party in Darkest Dungeon 2 has a particular set of skills. Skills they have acquired over many runs. Skills that make them a nightmare for the host of horrors they’ll encounter along the bumpy road to the Mountain. These skills allow them to look for, find, and ultimately kill, any monster that gets in their way.

The Best Buildings To Get On Your Farm In Stardew Valley

Allyson Cochran — Mon, 29 May 2023 16:00:17 GMT

In Stardew Valley, there's more to success than just planting crops and watering them daily. As any seasoned farmer knows, having the right farm buildings is essential for maximizing your productivity and reaping bountiful rewards. From barns that house your moo-tiful livestock to coops that pamper your feathered friends, these structures are the VIP lounges of your farm.

10 Most Difficult Bosses To Fight In V Rising

Brandon Moore — Sun, 28 May 2023 19:31:15 GMT

V Rising puts you in the role of a vampire. Your goal is to build your own castle, recruit servants, and become the most powerful vampire lord around. To accomplish that, you need to power up with blood. Bosses, known as V Blood carriers, grant special powers and abilities to you once you take them out.

The Best Weapons In Starship Troopers: Extermination

Matthew Mckeown — Sun, 28 May 2023 16:30:14 GMT

Gear up Soldier, the zone you're dropping into is hot and crawling with bugs, and if you've picked the wrong weapons in Starship Troopers: Extermination you're going to end up just another KIA statistic on the Federations memorial walls.

The Hardest Enemies In Darkest Dungeon 2

Jessica Filby — Sun, 28 May 2023 15:01:17 GMT

While Darkest Dungeons 2 sits in early access, many of the enemies could get harder or easier depending on both feedback and what the creators feel is right. However, since there are so many enemies in this challenging roguelike, many can throw you off the scent and force you to misjudge an attack, sometimes costing lives.

The Best Pets In Darkest Dungeon 2

Nathan Ball — Sun, 28 May 2023 13:31:15 GMT

There’s not much to keep your spirits up in Darkest Dungeon 2. The runs are long, the enemies are a constant drain on your physical and mental resources, and the bickering between your party members is an infuriating distraction from your ultimate goal. It’s a game that lives up to the ‘Darkest’ part of its title perfectly (though not the ‘Dungeon’ part, strangely).

10 Best Paradox Interactive Games

Daniel Martinez — Sat, 27 May 2023 21:00:16 GMT

Paradox Interactive has released many great titles and series over the years after becoming an independent company in 2004. When you think of games that Paradox has published, titles like the Cities Skylines series, Surviving Mars, and many other strategy games come to mind.

The Perfect Stardew Valley Match Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Evelyn Moulton — Sat, 27 May 2023 20:45:16 GMT

There are 12 marriage candidates to choose from in Stardew Valley, and if you're having a tough time making the choice between them, luckily there are 12 zodiac signs to coordinate them with. Taking into account the personalities of the 12 characters, they are matched up with the sign that would be most compatible with their qualities.

Stardew Valley: Best Recipes for Energy

Allyson Cochran — Sat, 27 May 2023 16:31:15 GMT

Are you ready to supercharge your productivity and conquer your daily pixelated tasks in Stardew Valley? Don your finest chef's hat because we're unveiling the best recipes that will give your energy levels a much-needed boost.

Best Fighting Games On Oculus 2

Brandon Moore — Fri, 26 May 2023 19:30:16 GMT

It's one thing to play fighting games with a controller. Playing fighting games in virtual reality is a much more immersive experience. That's what the Oculus Quest 2 allows. You can put on the VR headset, grab the controls, and punch and kick your way to victory.

The Best Open-World Survival Games

Jacqueline Zalace — Fri, 26 May 2023 16:31:14 GMT

The open-world and survival genres go hand-in-hand. Open-world survival games throw you into a vast world with little to start with and expect you to survive as long as possible. Along the way, there may be goals and quests, but it's possible to wander off course and do whatever you want.

The Best Narrator Quotes In Darkest Dungeon

Meg Pelliccio — Thu, 25 May 2023 23:30:16 GMT

The Narrator in Darkest Dungeon is the foundation of the game's atmosphere. This difficult, stress-inducing dungeon crawler gains so much from his foreboding voice, littering the game with hints of story and general unease. For any player, these quotes become etched in the mind, tied to a challenging slog through one of the hardest games in recent memory.

The Hardest Achievements In Cookie Clicker

Jack Pierik — Thu, 25 May 2023 21:00:16 GMT

If you're unacquainted with the genre, you may be under the impression that there isn't much depth to idle games. While it's true a lot of your time will be spent idling, Cookie Clicker is nonetheless jam-packed with hundreds of achievements. Sure, they can get a little repetitive at times, but that doesn't detract from their difficulty, especially if you're achievement hunting.

Medieval Dynasty Beginner Tips And Tricks

Josh Griffiths — Thu, 25 May 2023 18:30:15 GMT

Medieval Dynasty is another in a long line of survival games with a twist. As you probably guessed from the name, there's much more to this than simply surviving in the woods by picking berries and building yourself a shabby hut.

The Best Mods For Medieval Dynasty

Ritwik Mitra — Thu, 25 May 2023 15:00:17 GMT

Games based on the medieval age are alluring for a whole host of reasons, but many people ultimately want the struggles of this age to be reflected in modern titles. This makes the survival genre a perfect fit to make the most of a medieval time period. This is where Medieval Dynasty comes into the picture.

The Best Party Compositions In Darkest Dungeon 2

Zackary Wiggs — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:30:15 GMT

Darkest Dungeon 2 throws players of the first game back into the fray with an adventure into the dark and unforgiving world that made the first so popular. With this, it's only fair that old faces return, this time bolstered by some new additions.

Idol Showdown: Tier List

Brandon Moore — Thu, 25 May 2023 00:45:18 GMT

Idol Showdown is a free-to-play fighting game. It is a fan-made 2D project where you control one of several fighters based on actual Hololive Production personalities, otherwise known as VTubers. The controls are easy to learn and its fighters have a variety of skills you can take into battle.

Is Roots Of Pacha Or Stardew Valley Better?

Cameron Miller — Wed, 24 May 2023 23:45:17 GMT

If you’re a fan of relaxing farming games, then you can’t go wrong with trying out either Roots of Pacha or Stardew Valley. Both games are similar in a lot of ways, but thanks to a variety of minor tweaks, you can have unique experiences in both games.

Risk Of Rain 2: Every Artifact, Ranked

Charles Burgar — Wed, 24 May 2023 22:30:15 GMT

Risk of Rain 2 has recently released the Artifact system, a way for players to modify their runs in unique ways. Forcing enemies to drop items, spawning double the enemies, or making every enemy an elite are examples of what is possible.

Don't Starve Together: Late-Game Survival Tips

Rosa Baumgartl — Wed, 24 May 2023 14:30:15 GMT

Don't Starve Together is a whimsical survival game, fraught with danger. From the mystical Shadow Creatures to the more mundane starvation, there are hundreds of ways to end a run. If you do manage to cling on until late game, it's only going to get worse.

Every Region As Potential Holiday Destinations In Darkest Dungeon 2

Nathan Ball — Wed, 24 May 2023 00:45:17 GMT

Darkest Dungeon 2, once you cut through all the supporting shlock of brutal combat and Lovecraftian horror, is a game about four friends on a road trip. Inspired by classics of the genre, your party members share stories, drink whiskey at sunset, and deal with the aftermath of psychological meltdowns spurred on by the otherworldly cries of eldritch abominations. Classic road trip fare.

The Best Mining Games

Christopher Padilla — Tue, 23 May 2023 21:30:17 GMT

The yawning abyss into the womb of the earth, the clang of metal pickaxes on stone, the flickering torchlight, keeping the absolute darkness at bay. This might seem like a nightmare to some, but to some people, it feels like home. Mines often appear in video games, from indies to triple-A titles, usually as levels to fight in.

Games To Play If You Like Vampire Survivors

Christopher Padilla — Tue, 23 May 2023 18:30:16 GMT

Since its release in December 2021, Vampire Survivors has made waves in the indie gaming world with its simple mechanics and just-one-more-run gameplay design that makes it easy to pick up and hard to put down. Best of all, it was shockingly cheap on release, which belied the amount of enjoyment you’d actually get from it.

The Best Narrator Quotes In Darkest Dungeon 2

Matt Arnold — Tue, 23 May 2023 16:31:15 GMT

Just like the first game, Darkest Dungeon 2 is presented by an offscreen Narrator. His impressive vocabulary and voice actor Wayne June's impeccable delivery makes the Narrator one of DD2's standout elements. This time around, the Narrator takes the role of the Academic, a longtime friend and mentor to the player character who has discovered that the end of the world is nigh.

The Best Mobile Games For iOS And Android

Jonathan Figueroa — Tue, 23 May 2023 13:30:17 GMT

Browsing games on any app store may yield three kinds of results: blatant timewasters, promising games overrun by microtransactions, and the occasional mobile gaming gem. With all these games those, it may be hard for you to decide what to download. Fortunately, we are here to help you with this.

The Best Online Multiplayer Games For Kids

Gabrielle Huston — Mon, 22 May 2023 22:30:17 GMT

Playing video games online is a modern marvel that we are all thankful for. Never before could you and your friend in Japan, South Africa, Portugal, or anywhere else connect and play a round of Mario Kart together!

The Best Racing Games For Kids

Gabrielle Huston — Mon, 22 May 2023 20:31:16 GMT

If there's one thing kids love, it's racing games. It's no wonder, either; racing games are fast-paced, so they keep their attention, and they're often multiplayer, so friends and family can enjoy the fun together!

Best Fan-Made Dragon Ball Z Games Of All Time

Trévon Walker-Thompson — Mon, 22 May 2023 18:30:16 GMT

Dragon Ball is an enormous franchise with a fanbase that's been around since even before 1990. Dragon Ball has had huge success in the anime and manga industries, so it's only natural that the franchise would eventually turn to video games. Based on the amount of Dragon Ball games around today, needless to say, they have done well.

Core Keeper: Best Mods

Jack Pierik — Sun, 21 May 2023 22:15:15 GMT

It’s another great day on Core Keeper. You expanded your farm, tunneled into new areas, improved your fishing skills, fought off countless mobs, crafted some shiny new gear, defeated the first boss, and collected your first pet.

The Outlast Trials: Best Rigs

Justin Fernandez — Sun, 21 May 2023 18:40:16 GMT

Surviving the many horrors of The Outlast Trials can be a daunting task, especially if you don’t have the right equipment. From night-vision goggles to lockpicks, anti-psychotic drugs, and healing items, the game provides you and your team with a wide array of tools that will improve your chances of making it out alive.

Best Interior Design Games

Rebecca O'Neill — Fri, 19 May 2023 18:30:26 GMT

It can be exciting to redesign a space to call your own, but oftentimes the work is greater than the reward. This is why games exist that focus on interior designing. That way, you can let out your creative side without depleting your energy or funds.

Valheim: Best Changes That Make It Go From Good To Great

Allyson Cochran — Fri, 19 May 2023 12:45:15 GMT

Valheim, a game that has already captured the hearts of countless adventurers, stands as a testament to the power of Viking exploration and survival. But what if we could take this beloved gem and elevate it from good to downright legendary? Picture a Valheim that transcends its already impressive status, like a Viking ship soaring through uncharted seas.

The Best Ways To Earn Tickets In Sun Haven

Justin Fernandez — Thu, 18 May 2023 20:46:16 GMT

Tickets are one of many valuable goods in Sun Haven that can help you build the farm of your dreams. They can be obtained by completing various tasks and exchanged for rare in-game items and quests. Additionally, tickets are a core ingredient for crafting Withergate Selling Portals, making them quite the hot commodity.

The Best Indie Games Of All Time

Ian C — Wed, 17 May 2023 21:31:14 GMT

In the early 2000s, you would need a large studio to create a game; good computers were still very expensive and not as commonplace as they are today. Thanks to technology getting cheaper, the equipment needed to make a game is in most homes today. Thanks to this, when someone wants to make a game, they no longer need a large budget or a huge team. Instead, a shoestring budget and a small team are more than enough to create a great game, with some even going at it alone and creating an entire game single-handedly.

How To Get All The Secret Statues In Stardew Valley

Jacqueline Zalace — Wed, 17 May 2023 18:30:15 GMT

After playing Stardew Valley for a bit, you have probably gotten your mitts on that cute little Chicken Statue from Gunther at the Museum if you have ever donated the Chicken Statue artifact. There are far more statues to be found hidden in Stardew Valley, far stranger and rarer than any simple Chicken.

Mods To Increase Difficulty In 7 Days To Die

Jack Pierik — Wed, 17 May 2023 16:31:14 GMT

Game difficulty is a bit like trying to bake a cake with a blindfold on; it takes a while to identify, blend, and balance out all the ingredients. Games that are too easy leave players bored and unchallenged, while games that are too hard will make most players quit early.

Stardew Valley: Best Items To Win In The Crane Game

Allyson Cochran — Tue, 16 May 2023 20:46:15 GMT

Gather around the Crane Game machine at the Stardew Valley movie theater lobby and get ready to flex your claw-grabbing skills. This quirky little contraption may seem like a minor detail in the world of farming and adventure, but it holds treasures you won’t want to miss.

Stardew Valley: Best Flower Crops

Allyson Cochran — Tue, 16 May 2023 19:30:15 GMT

Welcome to Stardew Valley, where the sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the flowers are blooming. But let's be honest, you're not just here to smell the roses, are you? You want to grow the best flower crops this valley has ever seen. Well, you've come to the right place because we've rounded up the best flower crops that will have your farm looking like a floral wonderland.

The Best Items Found In Krobus' Shop In Stardew Valley

Allyson Cochran — Tue, 16 May 2023 17:00:15 GMT

Are you tired of the same old items available in Stardew Valley? Do you long for the peculiar and mysterious? Well, look no further than Krobus’ shop. This friendly monster may live in the sewers and hang out with other hostile creatures, but don't let that fool you.

Ranking Every Upgrade In Wall World

Christopher Padilla — Tue, 16 May 2023 00:46:17 GMT

Wall World is an indie roguelite mining and base defense game where you trade off between mining for resources to upgrade your Robospider, and fending off waves of enemies, so you can get to the top (or bottom) of a seemingly endless wall.

Indie Games With Great Writing

Harjit Keanu Singh — Mon, 15 May 2023 22:15:17 GMT

Indie games have soared in popularity over the past decade. Due to a supportive community and much more relaxed production, the internet has become a perfect melting pot for indie games to be shared and celebrated among players.

The Best Demons in Cult of the Lamb, Ranked

Allyson Cochran — Mon, 15 May 2023 19:30:16 GMT

Are you ready to take on the forces of darkness in Cult of the Lamb? Well, before you dive headfirst into battle, it's important to choose the right demons to have by your side. After all, each demon has its own unique abilities and strengths that can make all the difference in your quest for victory.

The Best Weapon Mods In Stardew Valley

Jouanna Bondakji — Sun, 14 May 2023 14:31:15 GMT

Stardew Valley is the type of game where you're free to do whatever you want with your days, from farming to socializing to battling monsters. If you're into life simulator games like Stardew Valley, it's almost guaranteed that you'll be spending hours upon hours on them. But there's only so much the game can offer before you start to feel like it's getting stale.

All Mangrove Fish In Dredge And How Valuable They Are

Mirette Osama — Sat, 13 May 2023 23:30:16 GMT

There are 128 different types of fish you can catch in Dredge, a Lovecraftian fishing and exploration game set in an open-world archipelago. The further out you venture towards the horizon, and the later you stay out during the night, the more species, and valuable aberrations you are likely to come across.

The Best Otome Mobile Games

Jacqueline Zalace — Sat, 13 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT

Otome games are available on every device; from Playstation 5 to the Nintendo DS, you can find a range of games in this genre. Sometimes, you may just want to cozy up on the couch with your phone, so we are here to give you some of the best mobile otome games. Because these are available on your phone, you can also play these otome games while on the go.

Games Similar To Medieval Dynasty

Jacqueline Zalace — Thu, 11 May 2023 22:31:16 GMT

Medieval Dynasty drops you in a war-torn Middle Ages world where you fight to survive. It’s a brilliant mix of a story-driven RPG combined with traditional survival elements. It’s a challenging and engaging dive into history, full of opportunities to create your own Medieval life as you form alliances with NPCs and encounter new story situations. From building to hunting, there’s a lot to master within the game.

Dredge: 10 Most Valuable Fish You Can Catch

Mirette Osama — Thu, 11 May 2023 17:30:14 GMT

There’s a peculiar type of appeal to exploration games. They reel you in with a relatable premise, and keep delivering on it with more mysteries to fill in the different pieces of the puzzle. Reminiscent of Firewatch, a game where you can spend a whole day ranging a park, you can sink hours sailing the open world archipelago of Dredge looking for catch, and the further out you go, the better it will be.

The Best Bosses In Don't Starve Together, Ranked

Rosa Baumgartl — Thu, 11 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT

While it might be tempting to spend all of your time trying not to starve while playing Don't Starve Together, you should never forget about the monstrosities lurking in the Constant with you.

Things To Do After Beating Medieval Dynasty

Jacqueline Zalace — Wed, 10 May 2023 21:30:15 GMT

Medieval Dynasty is a survival crafting game set in a quaint valley filled with a few small towns. Your goal while playing it so complete the main questline and create a village for you, your wife, and your child to live in. With an heir, you can comfortably live in the village you built from the ground up.

The Best Ways To Make Money In Graveyard Keeper

Jacqueline Zalace — Wed, 10 May 2023 18:31:15 GMT

Graveyard Keeper is a management simulation game with a dark twist; you are thrown into a timeless world, suddenly surrounded by odd entities. As you progress throughout the game, you'll realize that although you are transported into a different dimension, the grind for money persists.

Which Is Better? Sun Haven Or Stardew Valley?

Kyle Phillips — Wed, 10 May 2023 00:45:15 GMT

There is no doubt that Stardew Valley is one of the best games to be released in recent years. And what’s not to love? Stardew Valley is unique in its approach to the RPG genre with its country-life theme. However, a new contender for the world’s coziest farming game entered the world in February 2023, quickly becoming a sensation among gamers. Sun Haven is an outstanding achievement that mirrors the premise of Stardew Valley.

Pro Tips And Tricks For Slay The Spire

Cade Judd — Mon, 08 May 2023 20:30:15 GMT

Slay the Spire by Mega Crit Games is a roguelite game that uses cards as a means to battle fearsome foes. Even from when the game was first released as an early access title, it proved to be an amazingly fun game. What it also is, though, is difficult. For those who are not prepared for a challenge, it can be a struggle to complete a run even once.

The 10 Best Follower Forms In Cult Of The Lamb

Tallis Spalding — Mon, 08 May 2023 12:46:14 GMT

If you want to make the most aesthetically pleasing and least screwed-up-looking cult, then it's important to curate your follower forms in Cult of the Lamb carefully. Fortunately, changing appearances is a breeze, and your followers won't have any complaints. Some follower forms just look wrong, especially the bird followers.

The Best Bullet Hell Games On Nintendo Switch

Saim Cheeda — Sun, 07 May 2023 23:45:16 GMT

The Nintendo Switch continues to be a success for the company, thanks to the multitude of games to keep fans entertained. While series like Super Mario remain evergreen, the Switch has also dabbled with other genres. This includes the bullet hell style of games, where players have to survive a barrage of offenses.

The 26 Best Puzzle Games On Steam

Ben Jessey — Sun, 07 May 2023 23:30:16 GMT

There's an ideal genre of games out there for everyone. If you love a challenge based on mystery and puzzles, you will most certainly enjoy the puzzle game genre. Not only does this genre consist of very traditional puzzle games involving numbers and riddles, but also some graphically impressive first-person shooters.

Challenges To Complete After You Beat Hollow Knight

Tallis Spalding — Sun, 07 May 2023 16:30:15 GMT

After you beat Hollow Knight for the very first time, you may feel elated, and rightfully so; after all, you just beat a very hard game. However, you may also be wondering what comes next. The game is so good that it can't be over yet, can it? Surely there's more content that you can explore, and luckily for you, there is!

The Best Campaigns On The Workshop In Solasta: Crown Of The Magister

Sierra Windham — Sun, 07 May 2023 12:45:15 GMT

The making of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, developed by Tactical Adventures, is in large part credited to the community that helped fund the game’s kickstarter. Since its 2021 release, Solasta has continued to foster these community relations by giving power back to the player—the most obvious example being the additional feature of Solasta’s Workshop.

The Hardest Achievements To Get In Cult Of The Lamb

Jasmine Gould-Wilson — Sat, 06 May 2023 20:00:15 GMT

When it comes to blending the realms of cute and creepy, no game does it like Cult Of The Lamb. Playing as the leader of a cult, you will strive to reinstate The One Who Waits to their deific glory by way of cultivating throngs of adoring followers, preferably ones who would do anything for their benevolent leader, including dying.

Cassette Beasts: The 7 Best Late-Game Monsters

Quinton O'Connor — Sat, 06 May 2023 19:31:14 GMT

Cassette Beasts can get pretty tough at times, especially during climactic Archangel boss battles and in the final stretch of the main game. Add some hefty post-game content into the equation, and there's ample reason to record and train up some tough beasts to take with you.

The Best Weapons In Cult Of The Lamb

Matt Arnold — Sat, 06 May 2023 15:30:15 GMT

Your equipment in Cult Of The Lamb is randomized at the beginning of each crusade. As you explore, you'll have a chance to find different weapons and curses. These will not only increase your overall damage but can change your combat style instantly. While your overall strategy will remain the same, knowing what perks your weapon grants can help decide when to press the attack and when to back off.

How To Use Every Ability In Dredge

Mirette Osama — Sat, 06 May 2023 12:45:14 GMT

As far as fishing games go, Dredge floats along the border of gentle exploration and Lovecraftian horror. In it, you play as the sailor of a broken ship who finds himself reprieve on the docks of the coastal town of Greater Marrow. Aided by the mayor, the sailor is able to fix his boat and start fishing for the town.

Roots Of Pacha: Every Romanceable Character, Ranked

Tallis Spalding — Fri, 05 May 2023 20:00:15 GMT

Who we love is a highly subjective thing, varying from person to person and entirely reliant on our own preferences. In Roots of Pacha, this is no different, but with the game's strong leanings towards building a sense of community and collective togetherness, there are some strong contenders for the best romanceable character.

The Top Items In Risk Of Rain 2, Ranked

Charles Burgar — Fri, 05 May 2023 13:30:14 GMT

Roguelike games have a focus on player skill. Dodging attacks, making critical decisions quickly, and altering your playstyle based on items found are all core aspects of this genre. This is why Risk of Rain 2 is such a popular title.

Every Risk Of Rain 2 Character, Ranked From Worst To Best

Charles Burgar — Thu, 04 May 2023 21:31:15 GMT

Combining fast-paced combat with rogue-like elements, Risk of Rain 2 provides an experience few games offer. A plethora of options are available for you to tweak before each run, including characters to use, abilities, and even level modifiers.

12 Of The Most Tense And Stressful Games Ever Made

Casey David Muir-Taylor — Thu, 04 May 2023 20:30:15 GMT

We play video games because of the emotions and feelings they bring out within us. That could be in the form of happiness, joy, longing, love, and sometimes even fear. Usually, only the latter brings a sense of tension.

The Strangest Mods In Stardew Valley

Tallis Spalding — Thu, 04 May 2023 12:46:15 GMT

Most mods for Stardew Valley are fairly normal. They increase the quality of life in your gameplay, add in extra content, allow you to personalize your game, and generally create a great experience for returning players. However, sometimes when you're scrolling through Nexus mods for the next addition to your game, you run across something that makes you stop and think, "Why does this exist?"

The Best Spears In Terraria

Ja Vaughn Marshall — Wed, 03 May 2023 12:45:15 GMT

Be honest. Though swords, guns, wands, and staves are the most efficient ways of raising your DPS in Terraria, they're all a bit... boring. After enough playthroughs of grabbing the Starfury and trying for early Demon Scythes, you can't be blamed for wanting a bit more variety from your weapons. Luckily, even the strangest weapon types can be viable in the fight against Cthulu.

10 Best Tool Mods In Stardew Valley

Sam Rawson — Tue, 02 May 2023 22:15:15 GMT

Stardew Valley is a relaxing farm sim game where you enjoy your leisurely life in a new town, making new friends and maybe finding love. It can also be a hardcore grind where you race to your first million, optimizing your farm as much as possible to get through all your tasks as fast as possible before running to the mines.

Best Weapons In Sun Haven

Muhammad Shayan Khan — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 22:16:14 GMT

There is one thing that not a lot of people expect from a cute little farming game like Sun Haven. It has some of the most fun combat mechanics out there. You could play this game like Stardew Valley, and simply enjoy a life of farming and cultivation, however, you can also go on adventures and battle monsters.

The Shortest Roguelikes And Roguelites

Christopher Padilla — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 19:31:16 GMT

The playtimes of roguelikes and roguelites are interesting. While they tend to be on the longer side because of how difficult they tend to be or how many things there are to unlock, an individual run, even a successful one, can be relatively short. Even doing a single run can be pretty satisfying, especially with roguelites since even if you start over, you make an incremental gain of power.

Stardew Valley: The Best Meals To Eat Before Combat

TheGamer Staff — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 13:30:15 GMT

Even players in Stardew Valley get hungry so it's a good thing there are so many meals and recipes to choose from. What's even better is that there are meals that cater to specific activities in the game, such as fishing, farming, or foraging. One activity that definitely requires extra buffs and energy is engaging in combat.

Pro Tips For Loop Hero

Huzaifa Malik — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:45:15 GMT

Loop Hero is a popular strategic game developed by Four Quarters that has skyrocketed in popularity due to its unique and engaging gameplay. The game involves building loop paths to progress while encountering sturdy monsters and different terrains along the way.

Tips For Recovering Items When You Die In Valheim

Harry Alston — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 23:30:16 GMT

Death in the brutal and unforgiving world of Valheim is almost guaranteed. Whether you are crushed by a falling tree, or you fall victim to one of the Wolves in the harsh Mountain biome, losing all your items can seem like the end of the world.

Tips For Creating The Best Farm In Valheim

Miguel Amaro — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 22:31:14 GMT

Like many sandbox games before it, Valheim lets you enjoy a certain type of freedom. Want to defeat mighty bosses? You got it! Or maybe you enjoy the thrill of searching for resources and crafting only the best weapons. There's certainly something in this game for different types of players, and you will never feel left out.

Best Early Access Games Out Now

Gabrielle Huston — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 20:30:16 GMT

The best games are the ones that aren't even out yet — but you can get a sneak peek at these titles! They're available in "Early Access," which means that they aren't quite finished yet but are substantial enough that players can enjoy. If you can handle a few extra bugs, you'll get the game at a discount.

The Best Outfits In Kena: Bridge Of Spirits

Lucas Olah — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 17:00:14 GMT

Kena: Bridge of Spirits was quite an astonishing surprise when it launched. A simple game focused on platforming, exploration, and combat, and yet one that offers a great amount of challenge in its high difficulties, all while having a beautiful story with a character dedicated to helping the dead move on.

The Best Open World Indie Video Games

Joshua Olivieri — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 13:30:16 GMT

Open-world games are mostly dominated by triple-A titles and big publishers. Companies like Ubisoft, CD Projekt Red, and more release open-world games year after year. It's easy to see why the formula is so successful: you get to explore a new world at your own pace and to your heart's content, whether it be based on a real place or something completely fictional.

Tips For Finding A Prismatic Shard In Stardew Valley

Michael Christopher — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 18:30:15 GMT

One of the most exciting moments in Stardew Valley is finding your first Prismatic Shard. This item is extremely important and used for a variety of purposes. The first and probably most important use is to retrieve the Galaxy Sword — a powerful weapon that's near-necessary to delve into Skull Cavern.

PS4 & PS5: The Best Puzzle Video Games

Alpay Dedezade — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:45:15 GMT

Puzzle games offer something a bit different from the over-the-top action that can be found in most triple-A titles that overpopulate the medium. They require you to stop and slow down as you use your brain to figure out the satisfying and tricky challenges that lie ahead.

The Best Point-And-Click Adventure Games On The Nintendo Switch

Geoffrey Martin — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 21:30:16 GMT

The point-and-click adventure game genre is beloved and not just because it has been around since the earliest days of PC gaming. The genre also offers variety and has an easy-to-pick-up-and-play nature. Of course, not all point-and-click adventure games are created equal. For every fantastic release, there is sure to be one title that is better avoided.

8 Games Like Graveyard Keeper

Sharnelle Earle — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:30:15 GMT

Graveyard Keeper may be a good pick for those who love its predecessors like Stardew Valley, but the game is more than just farming and forming relationships. Graveyard Keeper is a unique and dark pixel RPG. After your time enjoying it, you may be wondering what could match the feeling of playing for the first time.

Terraria: Everything You Need To Know About The Calamity Mod

Harry Alston — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:00:18 GMT

The Calamity Mod is one of the largest Terraria content mods ever. It features new biomes, new monsters, new gear, new music... new everything. Calamity completely changes the base game of Terraria without detracting too much from the core experience.

The Best Relics In Cult Of The Lamb

Tallis Spalding — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:30:19 GMT

Cult of the Lamb released a new update in April 2023 called Relics of the Old Faith. In this update, Massive Monster added a new mechanic, allowing you to equip 'Relics' and occasional extra damage throughout your runs. Relics of the Old Faith added 37 Relics to the game, which need to be collected by the player and mostly in the new post-game storyline.

The Best Accessories In Sun Haven

Justin Fernandez — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 23:46:14 GMT

From farming and fishing to foraging and fighting, equipment plays a large role in shaping your character’s ability to complete various tasks in Sun Haven. In addition to weapons and armor, you can equip a wide range of accessories such as keepsakes, amulets, and rings that grant special effects.

The Best Furniture Items In Valheim

Harry Alston — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:30:22 GMT

Valheim's world is a cold, bleak, and unforgiving place, suited to rugged survivors and fallen soldiers. But even the most brutish Vikings need somewhere to drown their sorrows in a few tankards of mead and take a nap in front of the fire like a big cat with a beard.

Wildfrost VS Slay The Spire: Which Is Better?

Michael Hoang — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 15:31:15 GMT

Deck-building roguelike games have become wildly popular with a slew of fantastic titles from mostly indie game studios. Of these games, Slay the Spire is one of the most well-known in the genre. The mechanics are flawless, and the game is wonderful at creating a deep desire to try again and again.

Cassette Beasts: The 5 Best Early Monsters To Record

Quinton O'Connor — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:30:14 GMT

Welcome to Cassette Beasts, the latest in a long line of so-called Pokemon-likes. The best games to rival the monster-catching genre bring something new to the table, and Cassette Beasts has innovations in spades. But one familiar aspect to anyone who's ever seen a Pikachu remains - building a team of powerful allies.

Cassette Beasts: The Best Companion Partners, Ranked

Quinton O'Connor — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 12:45:14 GMT

Cassette Beasts sports a cool gang of characters who can accompany you on your adventures to defeat Archangels and prove yourself to the Rangers. The thing is, you can only take one with you at a time. Now, one's more than none, and none is what most Pokemon-like games would have us prepped for, so it's still pretty cool that we'll always have a partner.

7 Fixes Tails: The Backbone Preludes Needs

Rena Darling — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:30:14 GMT

You don’t dive into Tails: The Backbone Preludes and expect a detective mystery like you’ve gotten from its predecessor Backbone. Instead, Tails offers you more of a slice-of-life vignette that tells you about a chunk of each of your four protagonists’ lives. Each is a story that explores feelings of loss, fear, and secrets.

10 Best K-Pop-Inspired Games

Sachi Go — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:00:15 GMT

K-Pop has taken the world by storm, and you’d be hard-pressed to find any place that hasn’t been hit with the Hallyu wave. With the rise of the musical genre and Korean idol groups, the gaming world naturally followed suit.

Every Flail In Terraria And How To Get Them

Ja Vaughn Marshall — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 00:46:15 GMT

The Melee class in Terraria is home to a number of weapon sub-categories, as the range that the class lacks necessitates a variety of playstyles to suit different enemies and bosses you'll encounter throughout the world. No sub-category in the Melee class's arsenal, though, is as interesting as the flail.

The Best Machines To Build First In Sun Haven

Sachi Go — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:31:12 GMT

Sun Haven is quite intricate in terms of its mechanics and just how expansive your farming can become. You can eventually have up to three different farms with their own unique resources, tools, and crops.

What To Do With Body Parts In Graveyard Keeper

Ja Vaughn Marshall — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:30:14 GMT

In Graveyard Keeper, you are an unlucky victim of a hit-and-run transported to a new world, given the tasks of embalming, burying, and cremating corpses brought to you by a talking donkey. Throughout it all, you must run a church, complete quests, and barge through a dungeon in an attempt to actually make a profit from your grim deeds.