The 10 Worst Sim Games Of The Decade (According To Metacritic)

Simulation video games are an interesting breed. Most people correlate video games with, you know, fun. Not farming, driving a truck, or learning how to fly a freaking airplane! But we get it. RELATED:The Sims 5: 5 Mistakes From TS4 They Will Need to Avoid (& 5 Things They Should Bring Back From Earlier Games) These types of games allow you to be someone else, experience what a specific job entails, and maybe even try on a different job for size....

June 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1073 words · Jessica Rodriguez MD

The Best Elden Ring Rune Farms (2023)

Summary Level progression in RPGs can be taxing due to the high item requirements needed to upgrade characters, and players spend a lot of time and energy farming tools and XP to give themselves a slight edge in hard-fought boss battles. FromSoftware’s Soulsborne titles are still among the most recognizable games with farming dynamics, andElden Ringstretches the abilities of its playerbase through intensive rune farming in preparation for its famed boss fights....

June 16, 2025 · 5 min · 947 words · Heidi Williams

The Best Great Sword Build in Monster Hunter Rise

InMonster Huntergames, monsters can have a lot of health. InSunbreak, with the advent of afflicted monsters, this is truer than ever. An equally massive weapon is required against such massive hit-point pools, and no weapon is more suited for dealing significant damage than the mighty Great Sword. RELATED:Monster Hunter Rise: Overpowered Builds When putting together the best Great Sword build, there are many things to consider, but one overarching question must be kept in mind: what does the most damage?...

June 16, 2025 · 6 min · 1229 words · Wendy Rodriguez

The Best M.2 SSDs in 2024

If you’ve purchased orbuilt a gaming PCwithin the last few years, chances are you’ve got a motherboard that supports M.2 NVMes. Likewise, if you’re the proud owner of a Sony PlayStation 5, you will also be able to utilize M.2 SSD storage devices to up your gaming performance. Not to be confused with2.5-inch SATA SSDs, these small form factor storage devices slotdirectly into a motherboard. M.2 SSDs are a popular choice among gamers for two major reasons: they’re small, and they’re fast....

June 16, 2025 · 10 min · 2057 words · Michael Ray

The Last of Us 2 Apartment Safe Code

While many of the safe codes and combinations inThe Last of Us 2are quite easy to locate, that is certainly not true for all of them. Case in point: players will encounter two different safes in two different apartments during their time withTLoU2, and both of them can prove a bit tricky to unlock. For those fans that may be stuck trying to find the combinations for either of the apartment safes inThe Last of Us 2, this guide is here to help....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Jill Shaw

The Outer Worlds: Which Attributes to Pick

The Outer Worldsis Obsidian Entertainment’s new first-person RPG, a Fallout-esque sci-fi adventure with retro-future tech and many colorful worlds to explore. Set in a time where Earth’s ruthless Megacorporations are dividing up the galaxy, terra-forming and settling new and alien worlds, players will take the role of a frozen colonist woken by chance to find their place amongThe Outer Worlds. As with any good RPG, attributes are at the beating heart ofThe Outer Worlds' character customization system....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 540 words · Brandi Lindsey

The Pale Blue Eye: The Best Portrayals Of Edgar Allan Poe

Some historical figures have been fixtures of the big screen since the earliest days of cinema. Napoleon Bonaparte has appeared in over 200 films, only slightly outpacing the record set by Jesus Christ. However, less world-renowned figures must make do with only a few dozen films to their name. Renowned author Edgar Allan Poe has captured the imagination of enough creators to keep him around. The Pale Blue Eyerecently saw Henry Melling take on the role of Poe in a period mystery....

June 16, 2025 · 5 min · 854 words · Micheal Meyer

Things We'd Like To See In GTA 6 Online

Rockstar Games has been front and center of gaming news ever since the huge leak of the developer’s upcomingGrand Theft Auto 6game. The leak revealed two of the game’s main protagonists but made no mention of where or not players can expect an extension of the currentGTA OnlinewithinGrand Theft Auto 5. RELATED:GTA Online: The Best Locations For A Nightclub Considering the success of its predecessors, it would be logical for players to expectGTA 6to feature an online multiplayer mode....

June 16, 2025 · 4 min · 820 words · Tyler Anderson

This Silent Gaming Keyboard Is Just $27.85 for a Limited Time

Roccat Magma Silent Membrane Gaming Keyboard Roccat’s entry-level gaming keyboard which is designed to be both convenient and silent is now selling at a superb discount. Amazon has listed the Roccat Magma at just $27.85, saving nearly half of the original price. The keyboard comes with membrane keys, RGB illumination, and a wristrest. As one of the best deals in gaming keyboards,Roccat Magmais now available on Amazon at a 44% discount....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Michelle Davis

Ubisoft Singapore Being Investigated for Harassment Claims

Last month, a report broke over the development ofUbisoft’s pirate gameSkull and Bones. The project has been suffering a tumultuous development since it was announced and the report provided further insight into why it’s taking so long: conflicting goals, trend chasing, worker burnout, and an overall toxic work environment at Ubisoft Singapore. Now, according to the Straits Times (via IGN), theUbisoftstudio is facing an investigation by The Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP), a national watchdog for fair employment practices, specifically regarding claims of discrimination and sexual harassment....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 465 words · Jacob Bean

Valheim Player Creates Unique Bases in Each Biome

Summary AValheimplayer has shown off screenshots of their complete playthrough bases, including one in each biome minus the Ocean and Swamp. The different biomes ofValheimprovide not just a change to the landscape but also the resources and mobs in the area, and one player decided to make unique bases in most of them. There are currentlysixValheimbiomesbeyond the ocean, with players starting in the Meadows and concluding in the Mistlands. As gamers progress through these areas, they will acquire progressively more useful materials to aid in building and crafting....

June 16, 2025 · 4 min · 641 words · Kimberly May

Van-14 is Developer's Love Letter to Hollow Knight and Super Metroid

Summary By day, Robin Eyre works at Iron Gate Studio as a self-described “generalist artist,” preparing assets forValheim’s Ashlands biome. But like many talented developers, Eyre burns the midnight oil by pursuing passion project in the form of a Metroidvania game.Van-14borrows from the classicSuper Metroidformula—right down to a power-armored heroine facing seemingly insurmountable odds with universal stakes—and also takes some cues from Team Cherry’s modern masterpiece,Hollow Knight. Eyre’sindietitle promises hardcore challenge, an immersive world to explore, and lots of bosses....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 639 words · Shawn Molina

Xbox Game Pass Subscribers Need to Pay Attention to June 12 and June 15

RELATED:Former Xbox Exec is ‘Scared’ of Xbox Game Pass On June 2,Microsoft addedNinja Gaiden: Master Collectionto Xbox Game Pass, giving fans access toNinja Gaiden Sigma,Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, andNinja Gaiden 3: Razor’s Edge. And looking ahead, June 7 is set to add four more games to the Xbox Game Pass lineup withAssassin’s Creed Origins,Chorus,Disc Room, andSpacelines from the Far Out. And finally,Shadowrun Trilogyhas been confirmed for Xbox Game Pass on June 21, while day one gameEscape Academyis coming on June 28....

June 16, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Kara Mays