How to enter a dungeon solo in Final Fantasy XIV

While playingFinal Fantasy XIV, there are times when you just want to dive into a dungeon alone to explore or quickly complete it. Or maybe you don’t have a party to play with, and the queue time is just too long. If that’s the case, there are ways to run a solo dungeon inFFXIV. Depending on your goals, diving intodungeonon your own, may include Duty Support, Trusts, or even simple solo exploration....

June 6, 2025 · 4 min · 791 words · Luke Williams

How to make every Fallout game in Infinite Craft

TheFalloutseriesstealth debuted on Amazon Prime on April 10, and it’s got people talking about the game franchise all over again. Memories are flooding back as we watch Ella Purnell and Michael Emerson live out the lives of our video game dreams… or nightmares. With that said, it got me thinking. Can you make all of theFalloutgames inInfinite Craft? Is it possible? Well, as it turns out, yes it is, albeit in a really bizarre order....

June 6, 2025 · 3 min · 481 words · Zachary Sanders

Into the Breach is free on PC and you should jump on that immediately

You have until 8:00am PT on December 20 You know a game is good when the mere mention of its name compels you to boot it up for “just a quick round.” That’s how I feel aboutInto the Breach, the turn-based tactical mech title fromFTLcreator Subset Games. It’s free right now on the Epic Games Store, but you only have a day to claim it. You might be looking at the screenshots wondering if this is your type of jam....

June 6, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Shannon Miller

LEGO and 2K Games to reveal new arcade racer this Thursday

Build ‘n’ Burn 2K Games, in association with The LEGO Company, released a teaser trailer for its first game in its new collaboration partnership — The arcade racer based upon the timeless toy will receive its official reveal this Thursday, March 23. The funteaser for the teaser, which you’re able to check out below, introduces us to Awesome News Network reporter Vikki Wheeler, who puts the brakes on the announcement trailer, telling viewers that they’ll have to tune in on Thursday for the full reveal....

June 6, 2025 · 2 min · 252 words · Lindsay Fernandez

Let’s flashback to some of the greatest Legend of Zelda TV ads

Hyrulin’ the Box Game marketing has sure changed in the post-internet world. And while we can be grateful for the abandonment of those weird “lad’s mag” years, there’s definitely something of a yearning for the well (and not-so-well)-conceived commercials of the 1980s and 1990s. This was a time when context wasabsolutely necessary, where no answers or information could be found via a quick wander through the information superhighway. The commercial had to doallthe selling....

June 6, 2025 · 9 min · 1738 words · Jason White

Mass Effect 2’s intro still absolutely rules

Starting off with a bang The launch of theMass Effect Legendary Editionhas offered us a unique opportunity: to re-examine this trilogy in a new light, and replay these games in one package, to see the through-lines and how they illustrate a shift in a studio and an industry. They’re also a great reminder of how muchMass Effect‘s big moments still stand out, and the well-known intro toMass Effect 2is absolutely one of them....

June 6, 2025 · 3 min · 604 words · George Brown

New Grand Theft Auto V Online mode channels Manhunt

Eight more days ’til Hallo-ween, Hallo-ween Ahem. Sorry. I watchedHalloween 3: Season of the Witchlast night and that jingle is stuck in my head. Also, what an odd movie. I like the idea ofHalloweenbecoming an anthology series beforeSeason of the Witch‘s failure brought about the return of Michael Myers, but I don’t think doing it with yourthirditeration helps, nor does the name, which is so dang non-descript and seemingly unrelated to this weird sci-fi flick....

June 6, 2025 · 1 min · 176 words · Leah Sweeney

Not-a-port mobile version of Joe Danger in the works

Getting moreJoe Dangeris definitely somethingto be excited about. Speaking to Gamasutra, developer Hello Games gave insight into the upcoming iPhone version of the game, which is currently on display at PAX East in Boston. WhileJoe Dangeris planned for Android as well, Hello Games’ Sean Murray shared his thoughts on iOS development. He was quick to mention his hatred of the virtual d-pad as a crutch for designers and that this game won’t be a mere port; it was “written from the ground up for iPhone,” says Murray....

June 6, 2025 · 1 min · 150 words · Sylvia Richardson

One crucial tip for locating the new boss in Dark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sin

Don’t miss it It goes without saying that there are minor spoilers involved (mainly just names that don’t have any context) forDark Souls II: Scholar of the First Sinherein. This tip is mostly for returning players who want to experience the new content — I don’t want people to miss out on it for making a simple mistake. Spoilers: TheDark Souls IIre-release features a new character and boss, Aldia, Scholar of the First Sin....

June 6, 2025 · 2 min · 264 words · Benjamin Hudson

Papers, Please is getting a mobile release soon

Play the hit indie gamePapers, Pleaseon your mobile devices Originally released all the way back in 2013,Papers, Pleaseis a legendary indie game that helped reimagine what a video game can be. In the game, players take on the role of a government border control agent in a fictional country called Arstotzka, and must decide who gets to come into the country while on the lookout for fake passports. Of course, it’s never as easy as it appears, because players’ morality is tested when asylum seekers and other people in need ask to be let through....

June 6, 2025 · 2 min · 331 words · Bruce Roberts

Pokémon Sleep Valentine’s Event 2025: dates, bonuses, and 2 Pokémon debut

February will have some cozy offerings for allPokémon Sleepplayers as part of the Valentine’s Event 2025, which will take place during the middle of the month. The latest event will be strictly themed around the season of love, and there’s plenty to enjoy for fans. During the event, players will be able to get some unique bonuses, along with the chance to experience two new monsters. Let’s take a look at all the essential information you need to keep in mind in preparation for the event....

June 6, 2025 · 2 min · 329 words · Jonathan Harris

PS Vita TV announced, priced at about $99

Tiny new system, big potential New Sony product PS Vita TV lets you play Vita games on your television. Andrew House took the stage at a pre-TGS press conference this morning in Japan to show off this new pocket-sized system. This 6cm x 10cm device will allow your TV to access Hulu and other like services, watch PS Store videos/movies, tweet, email, and much more. And as the name suggests, the PS Vita TV will let you play Vita games on your television, as well as downloadable PSP and PSOne games....

June 6, 2025 · 2 min · 235 words · Evan Taylor

Review: Halo 4: King of the Hill Fueled by Mountain Dew

Dewlicious! I’ll admit to not being the world’s biggestHalofan, so it took me by surprise to find out that Microsoft had changedHalo 4‘s name since I last saw it at E3, deciding instead to call itHalo 4: King of the Hill Powered by Mountain Dew. The sudden change from Xbox 360 exclusive to iOS also shocked me. Currently available — for free no less — from theNew Zealand App Store, this game is sure to quench your thirst for action, and fuel your desire for fun!...

June 6, 2025 · 3 min · 620 words · Tamara Evans