World of Warcraft is finally letting people fight Sylvanas in an upcoming raid

In ‘Chains of Domination’ World of Warcraftproper was not left out of the BlizzCon 2021 news cycle, asShadowlandsis still trucking. Well, I might add! I still play it weekly, and it looks like I’m going to have a lot more to do soon when the “Chains of Domination” update hits. As is the case with mostWoWpatches this is a huge chunk of content all at once, and there’s a lot to unpack here....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 273 words · Scott Contreras

Xbox committed to developing 1 vs. 100-style interactive gameshows again

The return of massive multiplayer gameshows?! 1 vs. 100holds a special place in everyone’s hearts that got to experience the craze back on the Xbox 360. It disappeared much to the dismay of fans, but it looks like Microsoft is committed to bringing back that style of interactive gameshow again. “The game studios were kind of dipping their toe into it just to see if there could be some traction, and they found it, but I don’t think they had the proper infrastructure to really follow through with it,” Nancy Tellem, president of entertainment and digital media told us....

June 19, 2025 · 2 min · 271 words · Ashley Boone

Xbox Games with Gold for November 2019: Star Wars and Sherlock

But probably not the one you wanted Do you have any fondness forStar Wars: Jedi Starfighter? Good! The Xbox Games with Gold lineup for November 2019 is banking on that fact. As far as these things go,it’s not an eye-catching month. If you’re subbed to Xbox Live Gold or Game Pass Ultimate, you’ll get these four games–all of which are playable on Xbox One thanks to the wonders of backward compatibility–throughout November:...

June 19, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Evan Velasquez

XDefiant best PC settings for high FPS

After what feels like eons,XDefiantis finally available onall major platforms, with PC likely to make up a huge part of the playerbase. PC allows for mouse aiming which is a huge advantage over controllers, let alone the added settings you can tweak to getbetter performance. Those added settings can sometimes be a little daunting, so it helps to have a guiding hand. Here are the best PC settings for high FPS inXDefiant....

June 19, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words · Jonathan Anderson

Aaamaazing: There’s a symphony in there!

[For his Monthly Musing, bassbeast shows how game music can be just as memorable and amazing as the gameplay itself. Want to see your own work on the front page? Go ahead andwrite a blogonthis month’s topicand it might get promoted! — JRo] I’m a musician. Not the “I play guitar in my mom’s basement” kind of musician. I’ve got a university degree in this. It’s how I put food on my table and support my wife and son....

June 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1262 words · Xavier Serrano

Amazon’s New World pushed back to September 28

The MMO is taking a little extra time Amazon Games’ MMONew Worldis taking another month to gets things just right. The studioannounced todaythat after hearing some feedback from its recent Closed Beta,New Worldwill be pushed back to Sept. 28, 2021. In today’s statement, the team says it is humbled by the supportNew Worldhas received so far. Players have also provided a “ton of feedback” based on the Closed Beta content, and so Amazon Games is taking a few extra weeks to “smash bugs, improve stability, and polish the game....

June 18, 2025 · 2 min · 257 words · Susan Randall

As a reminder, Magic: The Gathering completely changed its strategy when it comes to new players

Welcome Boosters For many years, Wizards of the Coast relied on “Welcome Decks” to woo in newcomers. But as a reminder,Welcome Boosters are the hotness as of mid-2020. Wizards came to this conclusion over time through careful study, and enacted it last year. Jacob Nourigat, In-Store Play Specialist noted that “less than 5% of engaged players learned with a welcome deck.” Oh, and that they don’t “showcase the real fun ofMagic....

June 18, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · David Williams

Bathtub Tower Defense codes (December 2024)

Updated: July 01, 2025 We added new codes! If you’re tired of your usual strategy games where you battle warriors or aliens, dive intoBathtub Tower Defense. In this Roblox experience, your opponents are armies of nasty toilets. Don’t underestimate them, though. This game is not as easy as a relaxing bath. If you’re struggling on more challenging levels and need a little boost, redeemBathtub Tower Defensecodes. They will grant you enough Coins to raise the strongest Cameramen army and put a stop to the evil toilets’ rule....

June 18, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Charles Smith

Bayonetta 2 director would like to make a Spider-Gwen game

Spider versed Bayonetta 2director Yusuke Hashimoto, daydreaming onTwitter, expressed interest in making some kind ofSpider-Man, or “Spider-Verse,” game. “If I had to work with an existing IP,” Hashimoto said, “I’d want to make a game in the Spider-Verse. Especially aSpider-Gwengame.” When I asked what in the wild world of sportsSpider-Gwenis, Chris Carter explained that it’s an alternateSpider-Mancomic wherein past love interest Gwen Stacy gets bitten by a bug and becomes Spider Woman....

June 18, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Diana Gates

Best games that turned 20 in 2024, ranked

Yes, 2004, one of the best years in gaming history is nearly legally old enough to drink. That means we’reevenolder, yes, but it’s also cause for celebration. Let’s use this opportunity not to count our gray hairs, but to celebrate so many games that most players don’t even realize came out in such a short span of time, so long ago. 11. Burnout 3: Takedown If you miss theBurnoutseries, that’s likely because of its highest point:Burnout 3:Takedown....

June 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1155 words · Sara Morrison

Black Ops 6: How to complete all Prestige challenges

With the launch ofWarzoneinCall of Duty Black Ops 6, we now know all about the Prestige challenges currently available across the different game modes. The Prestige system implemented this year can feel like a real grind at times, especially since it’s spread across three modes. We already know there will be ten Prestige levels to unlock, and completing all of them will earn you the title ofPrestige Master. Let’s look at all the challenges you’ll need to complete along the way....

June 18, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Susan King

Check out the gorgeous CrisTales demo on PC and consoles

A matter of time Modus Games has dropped a demo for its beautiful, time-hopping adventureCrisTales.Previously released on PC, the demo offers a glimpse at the story campaign, as well as the battle-hardened Colosseum mode, where players fend of waves of enemies and bosses. Developed by indie studios Dreams Unincorporated and SYCK,CrisTalesis an action-packed JRPG following the trail of Crisbell, a young mage who must journey through the four kingdoms of Crystallis on a quest to prevent the powerful Time Empress from writing a grim fate for the people of the land....

June 18, 2025 · 1 min · 207 words · Phillip Dorsey

Cyberpunk 2077 Relic perk skill tree, explained

With the release ofCyberpunk 2077and its revamped 2.0 update, a new skill tree has been added to V’s arsenal. The Relic skill tree inCyberpunk 2077adds a new arsenal of upgrades to things you were probably already doing in Night City, but enhanced. Whether it’s deadlier Mantis Blades, specifically targeting weaknesses formassive damage, or just being a little sneakier than normal, the Relic skills can enhance your playstyle. Here’s how they work, and where you can get them....

June 18, 2025 · 3 min · 520 words · Pamela Odonnell