Quick Links Baldur’s Gate 3can already be a challenging endeavor for the average player on Normal and Tactician modes, but for those brave few who seek out a real challenge, despite the looming threat of rage-quitting over a single misclick, there lies the indomitable Honour Mode. Within this challenge mode, bosses you were once familiar with become a new obstacle with the introduction of Legendary Actions and Conditions. With these new abilities, bosses may make extra attacks, become more resistant to certain types of attacks or spells, or even call for aid from other, previously unknown bosses....

AvowedandIndiana Jones and the Great Circle— both of which received new trailers at last week’sXboxDeveloper Direct — look (to paraphrase the great Charles Melton) like my cup of chamomile tea. I’m a big fan of the previous work from bothObsidian Entertainmentand MachineGames, and the studios' new titles for Xbox look like bigger budget versions of the excellent work they’ve done before.The Outer WorldsandWolfenstein 2were great, but now they’re playing withMicrosoftmoney....

Baldur’s Gate 3has plenty of bosses that can be cheesed via various methods, whether that beputting something horrible in their pocketsbefore a fight, orpeppering them with arrows and critical hits. One of the more popular methods includes a weapon called Twist of Fortune, which deals damage to an enemy based on how much money they have on their person thanks to the Blood Money perk. It was thoroughly abused, and it looks like developer Larian has finally had enough....

I touched horns withKarlachover the weekend, and after this crowning achievement I let my controller fall to the floor and left this masterfulRPGbehind. Except I didn’t, I kept soldiering through the Shadow-Cursed Lands in search of Thorm’s offspring, keen to make my coming journey into Moonrise Towers that much easier. Before that thought, I had to tell everyone in camp that I totallyhit thatas I gestured boastfully in the red devil’s general direction....

Rise of the Floodborn. It’s in the name of the set. The Floodborn characters in set number two ofDisney Lorcanaare the big focus. With the number of these characters being doubled from The First Chapter, there are tons of new abilities to explore. The staple piece for any Floodborn characters is their shift abilities. These abilities let you play them earlier in the game on top of a character with the same name....

When it comes to merging the colossal world of dinosaurs with the irresistible charm of collectibles, nothing does it quite like theJurassic ParkFunko Pop! figures. These miniature marvels not only capture the essence of our favorite prehistoric-themed franchise but also bring a touch of whimsy to any shelf or desk. From the menacing Tyrannosaurus Rex to the clever Dr. Ian Malcolm, each figure reminds us of the iconic characters and creatures that have thrilled us since Jurassic Park firstroared onto the big screen....

With the best keyboard switches, you can achieve the best latency performance, which helps improve APM (actions per minute). On the other hand, poor-quality keyboards with unreliable switches can cause key chatter and input delays. Having high-quality switches is often the “make or break” factor in whether a keyboard will be good for you to use for any purpose, much less competitive gaming. Well, before you go buy switches, you need to know that keyboard switches have three main types: smooth and quiet ones (linear), ones with a bump and slight noise (tactile), and those with a bump and considerable sound (clicky)....

Summary Legendary Lords—the generals, the leaders, and the face cards of your favoriteTotal War: Warhammer 3factions. With so many choices, how do you decide who will lead your armies to victory? Is it the skills, the charisma, or the shiny armor that catches your eye? We’ve ranked the top Legendary Lordsbased on battle prowess, faction benefits, and sheer awesomeness, to make your choice a tad easier. Related:Total War: Warhammer 3 - All Factions Ranked For Single Player Campaign...

Summary Final Fantasy 16was one of the biggest games of 2023, showcasing awesome boss fights, riveting characters, and a unique narrative. However, one aspect was missing from the game: a pre-final boss dungeon. Thankfully, the launch of theEchoes of the FallenDLC addresses those missing aspects while also offering a staggering amount of world-building and challenge for returning fans. Beyond the new story and added difficulty to the encounters, new gear makes its way into this DLC....

Having a monitor for on-the-go travel can help make your PC tasks significantly easier. Whether you’re working on a portable dual-monitor setup for gaming and streaming or if you’re looking for the right monitor to help you stay productive, finding the best monitor is critical. But how do you know what monitors are worth your time? If you’re looking for the best portable monitors, we’re here to help guide you. Our list contains some of the best monitors for any purpose, from casual browsing and work to keeping your rank high while you travel....

ACD Projekt Reddev says thatCyberpunk 2077was “just a warm up”, as development on the sequel begins. Now in a new office, narrative director Igor Sarzyński says that the team is going to “kickstart” work on the next game, which is currently known as Project Orion. This comes as Cyberpunk 2077’s ongoing development has more or less come to an end, with no new features planned for the game. The last update, released back in December,added the long-requested metro feature, but it will be the last major patch as CDPR looks towards the future....

Quick Links Attention all streamers! The big day is nearly here, and we’re here to prep you for it. Confused? Well, Cyber Monday is prime time for streamers to score some pretty sweet deals on gear upgrades! While everyone else is going to be focusing on typical holiday bargains, you’re going to have your sights set on deals for the tools of your trade. This is your chance, that one-opportunity to enhance your production value without breaking the bank....

This week, hackers leaked a metric ton ofInsomniac Games’ files and employee information. The ransomware attackersintended to extort $2 million out of the Sony-owned studio, but because Insomniac refused to give in, it ultimately only served as a futile and malicious attack on a target that didn’t deserve it. Game dev is already secretive as it is. To take the current leak as an example, Insomniac has now had the next decade of development plans leaked, and there was only one announced game on the list....