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One of the core themes ofThe Last of Us Part 2is the folly of relentlessly pursuing something with such violent tunnel vision that nothing else matters. And yet, the nature of its ferociously told story often falls into this trap itself. This is not a story about the wider impact of the cordyceps-fuelled apocalypse, but very specifically a tale of Ellie and Abby. As a result, the worldbuilding sometimes suffers, and whileNo Return is in many ways the apex of this, it also gives other characters the spotlight....

Sonyhas its own subscription service,PlayStation Plus, but it’s a far cry from whatXbox Game Passhas on offer. While PlayStation Plus focusses on showing off the best of Sony’s backlog, Xbox games often hit Game Pass on day one. Despite this difference, it doesn’t seem that Sony plans on changing its strategy anytime soon. In an interview late last year, Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida commented on game subscriptions, revealing that he doesn’t see them as being very “valuable” in the gaming industry....

Ubisofthas shared an update on thePrince of Persia: The Sands of Timeremake, revealing that the long-delayed game has passed an “important milestone” in its development. Yesterday marked the 20th anniversary of Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, meaning that it’s been two whole decades since fans first got their hands on the Dagger of Time. While that should be a reason to celebrate, it’s also a sore reminder that we still don’t have any concrete information about the Sands of Time remake,which was delayed indefinitely in 2021andrestarted its development with a new team in 2022....

Sand Land, the game based on the manga byDragon Ball Zcreator Akira Toriyama, finally has a release date of April 26, meaning it’s just a few months until we get to experience Beezebub’s adventures. We’re just a few weeks into 2024 and the year is already shaping up to be a big one for anime games. Next month we haveJujutsu Kaisen: Cursed Clash, followed up by aDemon Slayer minigame collection on Switch just a few months later....

Got your eye on upgrading your front door security? Well get this, Amazon and Best Buy just unleashed a seriously sweet $100 discount on the Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2. Originally priced at $250, this cool little gadget is now available at only $150, so if you’ve been looking for the perfect chance to grab one of Ring’s newest video doorbells without dropping a small fortune, today’s your lucky day!...

Summary Lords Of The Fallenis a Soulslike game known for its challenges, with tough obstacles in environments, enemies, and bosses. It puts your patience and skills to the test. For newcomers to this genre, the game might be difficult, but there are plenty of customization options to make your journey less challenging. If you’re new to Lords of the Fallen or the Soulslike genre, you might find it helpful to try one of these beginner-friendly builds....

There are plenty of great board games you can pick up and play that have all original stories and artwork, but sometimes you just want to sit down with your favoriteDC Comicscharacters and battle villains in board games based around their adventures. There are so many great story arcs and characters to adapt from the comics to a board game that it can be overwhelming. Thankfully, the number of board games built around the DC property means there’s a game for everyone, from the most experienced tabletop gamer to those just getting started....

3D printing is more accessible than ever. Even a decade ago, the only commercially available printers would set you back four-figures, and their use was mostly for companies making prototypes or STEM faculties at universities. Nowadays, the price has come down significantly, but the products are still as complicated as they were when operated by scientists and professionals. Elegoo wants to bring3D printingto the masses, but are the masses ready to learn?...

Quick Links Alan Wake 2is a sequel many fans have been hungry for, since the world presented by the first game was so unique. It’s survival horror without an over-reliance on gore, spending its focus on the story. While Alan Wake 2 certainly delivers on all fronts, with so much time passed, many might not remember what happened in the original game. Thirteen years is no small number. Some players might not remember what happened, others might have not been old enough to even play the first game....

Quick Links Similar to Ark Survival, your character can succumb to the elements inPalworldand will need special clothes and equipment to get through particularly brutal days. In a game where you’re more focused on collecting cute Pals and trying not to starve to death, it’s all too easy to forget that the weather will try to kill you, too. Hot Weather can deplete your health bar as quickly as Cold Weather can, and at first, it can be a little daunting to figure out how to stave off the heat....

Quick Links Hiding deep in the core of Ixalan, one of Magic: the Gathering’s more fascinating planes that the trading card game has ever visited, is a thriving world ripe for the taking for the many factions of the world. Magic: The Gathering The Lost Caverns of Ixalan Commander Deck - Explorers of The Deep Magic: The Gathering The Lost Caverns of Ixalan Commander Deck - Veloci-ramp-tor As Vampire conquistadors, pillaging Pirates, an expanding Human and Dinosaur empire, and the remains of a Phyrexian ravaged Merfolk peoples vie for control of the hollow center of the plane and a mysterious new power that resides there....

Quick Links Regardless of how much you play Commander, Modern, Pioneer, or any other format out there,Magic: The Gatheringis still primarily built around Standard. It’s an ever-evolving revolving door of cards, and is like nothing else Magic offers. In 2023, Standard had a major refresh with changes to its rotation schedule. With more sets legal in the format, and incoming cards being playable for much longer, here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Standard rotation....

Quick Links Deciding where to build your village inLego FortniteOdysseycan be a daunting task when you’re first starting out. Do you want to be near caves or the beach? What monsters are nearby? What types of resources will you need to build and maintain the village? Additionally, you may wonder if you can build in one of the other biomes, or if you should establish your village near them to be close to resources....