Dragon Quest Treasures looks extremely cute

It’s out on December 9 Dragon Quest Treasuresis sneaking up on us, as it poises for a December 9 release on Nintendo Switch. It hasn’t exactly been on my mind given the sheer number of games coming out in October and November, butthis new overview trailerperked me up. In short, this spinoff deals with Erik and Mia, a brother and sister duo who “dream of exploring the world in search of grand treasure....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Marie Brown

Elden Ring will have six main hubs, extra areas, and a Firelink Shrine-like connector

The extra areas intrigue me the most Out of nowhere, amid a fairly uneventful E3,we got word thatElden Ringwas coming in just seven short months, and we were treated to a heap of gameplay for the first time. It’s a shocker! I’m still reeling from it.Now thanks to a new IGN interview with Hidetaka Miyazaki,we have an idea of just how expansiveElden Ringis going to be. Interestingly, Miyazaki is framingElden Ringsimilarly to the rest of theSoulsseries in that it’s open world, but it will take a distinctly different tact....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Laura Hill

Factorio: Space Age Quality explained – How Quality works

The biggest new system inFactorio: Space Ageis the new Quality mechanic. The system has seen some changes throughout the beta and ultimately reached its current form shortly before the release of the expansion. Here is everything you need to know about Quality inFactorio: Space Ageincluding how it works, why you should bother with it, and how to get the best Quality items! How Quality works inFactorio InFactorio: Space Age, most items now have a Quality effect....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Derek Pittman

Gathering Sky is out today on Steam and mobile, and it’s quite relaxing

I want to fly like an eagle Gathering Sky, a game from indie studio A Stranger Gravity about controlling a flock of birds, released on Steam, iOS, and Android today. I got a chance to play around with theSteam versionthis week, and it’s a pretty neat little adventure. The player starts out guiding a single bird across the sky, with beautiful painting-like landscapes far below accompanied by a nice orchestral score (performed by the San Francisco Conservatory of Music)....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 271 words · Sarah Preston

GDC 09: A backstage pass to Guitar Hero’s new Home space

Right after Sony’s unveiling of the newGuitar HeroHome space Backstage here at GDC 2009, we had a chance to talk to Activision’s Carlson Choi about what we can expect to see and do in this new space. In the video below the jump, you’ll get a walk-through and some details on what gamers can expect to find in Backstage when it launches today. There’s a VIP space, minigames, rankings, videos, meeting spaces and more, all set in a stage that uses art and visuals straight from theGuitar Herogames....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 340 words · Kimberly Green

Genshin Impact Version 1.2 details new Dragonspine map

Gacha if you can Yesterday saw miHiYo finally drop the trailer forGenshin Impact’shighly anticipated Version 1.2 update. Said update, which launches on December 23, will add a new map and other content to the mobile and console gacha title. The new map, “Dragonspine”, will represent a perpetually snowy mountain range south of Mondstadt and home to a lost civilization. The freezing temperatures and extreme weather conditions keep travelers and expeditions away most of the time, so those daring to explore the depths of Dragonspine will find new creatures, rare artifacts and items, and a beautiful but hazardous new locale....

June 5, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Caitlin Ball

HAWP: Anthony Burch has no shame

So typical. Anthony Burch has a platform upon which he can share his insight into the value of videogames as a medium, yet he would rather throw all his credibility away for some cheap cheesecake exposure. He’s not even all that hot, that anorexic skank. Dude needs to eat a damn sandwich. Today’s episode ofHey Ash, Whatcha Playin’?is supposed to be aboutDriver: San Francisco, I guess. Or padded bras. Or booth babes....

June 5, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Melissa Owen

High-res shots of the DualShock 4 and PlayStation 4 Eye

Open your eyes — wider! After the DualShock 4leaks got out, I didn’t give the new controller much of a look when it wasshown off tonightduring Sony’s PlayStation conference. That might have been a mistake, though — upon seeing these freshly-supplied high-resolution glamor shots, the gamepad looks a bit better than earlier photographs indicated. Additionally, Sony has images of the PlayStation 4 Eye to go along withthose specifications we shared. All I can think about is how much stuff I already have sitting on my television stand and how I’m going to make room for this device....

June 5, 2025 · 1 min · 115 words · William Love

How does Blightrot and Corruption work in Against the Storm

InAgainst the Storm, the wilderness has been ravaged by the blightstorm. While this is most visible as a ceaseless wet season in the area that eventually erupts into a cataclysmic storm, it also brings with it Blightrot and Corruption. You don’t have to worry about Blightrot and Corruption at all on lower difficulties. Both Settler and Pioneer difficulties do not feature it whatsoever. It’s not until you set your challenge to Veteran that Blightrot and Corruption become a problem....

June 5, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Matthew Navarro DDS

How to unlock Role Quests in Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail

One of the things added toFinal Fantasy XIVwith the release ofDawntrailis further Role Quests for each Job. These quests usually come with a solid backstory and, when completed, offer rewards such as titles. Before you can unlock Role Quests for your Job inDawntrail, you’ll need to complete the level 92 MSQ quest ‘The Feat of Pots.’ During this quest, Br’uk Evu will approach you and tell you that the Role Quests are now available....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 269 words · Heather Quinn

How to view all your Combat Record stats in Black Ops 6

WithCall of Duty: Black Ops 6‘s rapid progression system, it can be hard to keep track of all your stats as you swiftly rise through the Prestiges. you may find all the information you need about your multiplayer stats in the Combat Record. If you’re not sure we’re to find this, I’ve got you covered – here’s how you can view all your Combat Record stats inBlack Ops 6. How to view Combat Record stats in Black Ops 6 Viewing your Combat Record stats inCall of Duty: Black Ops 6is simple....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Nicole Wilson

Hyper Demon is Devil Daggers creator’s trippy new FPS, out now

See more than others ever have Developer Sorath blasted onto the scene in 2016 with the first-person arcade shooterDevil Daggers. Now, the studio is back with another bizarre shooter, with possibly even more mind-bending action inHyper Demon. Hyper Demonlaunches today on PCvia Steam, for $14.99. As the tag advertises, it’s about slaying demons in a world like no other. And, apparently, from a view like no other either. The faster you slay demons inHyper Demon, the harder the game gets....

June 5, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Gail Miller MD

If you pre-ordered Lucario at Toys”R”Us, it should be shipping soon

‘Items located in stock’ Last week, Lucario went on sale at Toys”R”Us retail locations. By all acounts, it was a mess. Luckily I didn’t have to deal with it as my previous pre-orderwas re-instated, but multiple sources informed me that stores typically only had a few units in stock in-store, which scalpers picked up immediately. Until today, online orders were basically at a standstill, leading to a lot of nervousness as to whether or not Toys”R”Us had sold through the pre-orders....

June 5, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Jessica Pearson