Screen Rant - Gaming https://screenrant.com The latest video game news, rumors, interviews and reviews for the biggest video games on the planet! Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:28 GMT en-US hourly 60 <![CDATA[Baldur’s Gate 3: How to Unlock The Returning Pike]]> To unlock the Returning Pike in Baldur’s Gate 3, players have to follow some specific actions, though it is not too hard. The only issue is knowing where to look and getting past a few Charisma-based checks to avoid starting a conflict. The Returning Pike is an Uncommon weapon that can be found early on in the game, as it is part of Act 1. Aside from having pretty good offensive stats, especially during the game's first stages, it has a special skill called Homing Weapon.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-returning-pike-how-to-unlock-location/
<![CDATA[Baldur's Gate 3: How To Get Nyrulna (Best Legendary Weapon)]]> Getting Nyrulna in Baldur’s Gate 3 is a great decision, as the Legendary trident is arguably the best weapon in the entire game. You will have to partake in a short side mission to put your hands on this piece of gear, but the small effort and Gold investment are certainly worth it. Of course, the weapon can only be equipped by those who are proficient with Tridents, but if they are, Nyrulna is easily one of the strongest ones in its category. This Legendary weapon in Baldur’s Gate 3 comes with a fantastic set of skills that open up a plethora of combat strategies in Act 3.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:01:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-unlock-nyrulna-best-legendary-weapon/
<![CDATA[One Silly Choice Will Ruin Tav's Immortalization In Baldur's Gate 3]]> It's possible to immortalize a custom character in Baldur's Gate 3, but it can be all too easy to make a mistake that will forever affect Tav's preserved legacy. Whether helping everyone in sight or going down a path of evil, it's safe to say that any Baldur's Gate 3 protagonist is going to leave a major impact on the world. Making sure that history has something to remember them by might be a touch narcissistic, but it's arguably justified as long as it ends up looking good.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:01:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-statue-immortalization-bg3/
<![CDATA[How To Beat Pieta, She of Blessed Renewal In Lords Of The Fallen ]]> One of the earliest bosses you will face in The Lords of The Fallen is Pieta, She of Blessed Renewal, the first opponent you will have to beat through two separate phases. Armed with a holy sword and plenty of magic, Pieta can be a tough challenge as you are still learning the game's mechanics. You will have to take advantage of specific weaknesses to make Pieta much easier to contend with.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-to-beat-pieta-boss-lords-fallen/
<![CDATA[10 Best Amulets In Lies Of P, Ranked Worst To Best]]> Amulets are items you can equip to Pinocchio in Lies of P to grant some of the best passive bonuses in the game to fight off the worst enemies lurking around Krat. Around 30 different Amulets can be found as you continue your adventures throughout the city, helping you become stronger. The effects can range from basic increases to Attributes to higher damage against certain foes.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/lies-p-amulets-ranked/
<![CDATA[Where To Find Thrumbo In Baldur’s Gate 3]]> In Act 3 of Baldur’s Gate 3, players may be tasked with tracking down Thrumbo the zombie as part of a side quest. The wayward Thrumbo was once the servant to Mystic Carrion, a cruel necromancer who inhabits Philgrave’s Mansion in the southern part of the Lower City. Although it’s easy to find Thrumbo, completing his side quest is more difficult.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-thrumbo-location/
<![CDATA[Lords of the Fallen: How To Level Up Fast]]> The Lords of The Fallen lets you level up your character's stats throughout your journey, but improving these scores fast allows you to become incredibly powerful even before the first boss. Even if you pick certain classes, you'll have to improve their abilities to make a stronger build. Traveling around the world's early stages allows you to collect a resource that can be spent on level improvements very early.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:31:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/lords-fallen-how-to-level-up-fast/
<![CDATA[Diablo 4: Vampiric Powers Guide (Unlocks, Effects, & Pact Armor) ]]> Vampiric Powers give your character additional skills with various effects in Season 2 of Diablo IV, unlocked when you find special Pact Armor from random drops around Sanctuary. The Blood of Lilith protects you from becoming a fully turned vampire, allowing you to wield supernatural abilities. A rare resource can be collected to upgrade your new powers that draw upon the darkest magics regardless of your character's class.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/diablo-4-vampiric-powers-unlocks-effects-pact-armor/
<![CDATA[Every Wordle Answer: All Words Used So Far (Updated Daily)]]> Wordle is a simple word-guessing game that tasks players with solving a five-word puzzle using letter position clues. Wordle presents the player with six rows of five empty boxes. Simply enter a random five-letter word and the website highlights certain letters in green if they are correct, yellow if they are correct but in the wrong spot, or grey if they are not in the word at all. With this information, players need to try to figure out the word within the six guesses to be successful.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:05:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/wordle-answers-updated-word-puzzle-guide/
<![CDATA[Today's Wordle Answer & Hints for October 17, 2023 (Puzzle #850)]]> The newest Wordle word is ready to be solved, and this Tuesday's puzzle shouldn't cause too much trouble for fans of the game, but without a good starting word, some people might have issues figuring it out. Solving today's answer could go really fast if you use our hints below.

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Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:01:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/todays-wordle-answer-hints-850-october-17-2023/
<![CDATA[Is Minthara Worth Recruiting In Baldur's Gate 3?]]> Baldur's Gate 3 doesn't offer a lot of rewards for choosing to run a morally evil playthrough. However, Larian Studios has helped remedy that to an extent through patches and hotfixes, which have put content involving Minthara that ended up not working back into the game properly by fixing the triggers. But there are still big downsides to recruiting Minthara despite those fixes that leave whether she's worth recruiting lingering.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:30:38 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-recruit-minthara-worth-update-bg3/
<![CDATA[Looks Like The $300 Starfield Constellation Edition May Have Been A Waste After All]]> When Starfield launched back in September 2023, there were several different versions available for purchase. The standard edition was available on day one via the Xbox and PC Game Pass subscriptions, while other special editions and upgrades came with bonus content and early access to the game when pre-ordered.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:04:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-constellation-edition-smartwatch-chronomark-broken/
<![CDATA[10 Best Racing Games Right Now]]> In video games, the racing genre has become a timeless classic type of gaming. Whether enjoying a party-style game like Mario Kart with friends or experiencing the more serious and realistic nature of driving in a game like Forza Motorsport, racing games are a staple of the video game market, and they aren't going anywhere soon. Playing solo or multiplayer, there is nothing else that brings the same feeling of exhilaration and speed without real-life dangers as a good virtual racecar.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:01:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-racing-games-right-now/
<![CDATA[Endless Dungeon Interview: Sweeper's Character Reveal & Creation [EXCLUSIVE]]]> Endless Dungeon is the latest release set in the Endless universe, serving as a spiritual successor to Dungeon of the Endless. The title comes from Endless franchise developer Amplitude Studios and is published by SEGA, and is slated to release later this week. The game places players on an abandoned space station where they'll be able to utilize a diverse roster of characters in a unique new take on the tower defense and the roguelite genres.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:40:19 GMT https://screenrant.com/endless-dungeon-interview/
<![CDATA[You Owe Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen's Rival Blue An Apology]]> Blue's status as a classic Pokémon rival makes him easy to hate, but his behavior in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen might actually be more justified than anyone's ever thought. Blue is characterized by an arrogance that makes for a nice foil to the protagonist Red or Leaf, frequently bragging or acting dismissive to other trainers. Although it's hard to redeem that behavior on the whole, Blue may not be as much of a liar as he's made out to be, making a case for at least a little reappraisal in hindsight.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 18:00:34 GMT https://screenrant.com/pokemon-firered-leafgreen-rival-blue-apology/
<![CDATA[5 Letter Words Wordle Hasn't Used Yet (Updated Daily)]]> Wordle, the five-letter word guessing game that has taken the world by storm, challenges players each day to figure out the winning word. Since its release in 2021, Wordle has become immensely popular on social media and has even inspired variations of the game including Quordle, Octordle, and, for math lovers, Nerdle.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 17:23:00 GMT https://screenrant.com/wordle-starting-words-not-used-yet-full-list/
<![CDATA[10 Scariest Characters In Non-Horror Video Games]]> It's no surprise that horror games would include some frightening characters, but not every face of terror in video games comes from a title dedicated to fear. Whether it's the monstrous bosses from Lies of P or subtle chills from games like Elden Ring, there are plenty of terrifying figures across genres. Some have left legacies that are remembered years after their debut, while others have appeared in recent years but made immediate impacts within their respective games.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/scariest-characters-non-horror-video-games/
<![CDATA[GTA Game From Netflix Considered By Streaming Giant, Says Report]]> Streaming service Netflix has reportedly discussed plans to make its own Grand Theft Auto game by licensing the IP from the franchise's publisher, Take-Two Interactive. Over the years, Netflix has been dabbling with the gaming space, although largely via mobile titles based on its own series, such as Squid Game, Stranger Things, and Wednesday.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:07:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/netflix-grand-theft-auto-game-take-two-gta/
<![CDATA[Admit It - You Know Absolutely Nothing About FNAF's Story]]> Five Nights at Freddy's has grown from an indie game developed by one person to a AAA franchise with a movie based on the series set to release this month. Although it might not seem like it at first glance, this series is packed with lore. The hard part is figuring out the details about what really happened during Fazbear Entertainment's dark history, and how much of it is told through unreliable narrators or put together as theories without solid confirmation.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:30:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/fnaf-story-mystery-canon-unsolved/
<![CDATA[How To Win Akabi’s Jackpot In Baldur’s Gate 3]]> When visiting the Circus of the Last Days in Baldur’s Gate 3, players may have tried their luck at winning the Jackpot from Akabi’s Wheel of Wonders. Run by a djinni named Akabi, the Wheel of Wonders is rigged and drops mostly useless trash items, some of which have comic abilities that can backfire spectacularly. However, actually winning Akabi’s Jackpot is possible with a bit of your own trickery.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-to-win-akabi-jackpot-bg3/
<![CDATA["Things Often Go From Routine Rut To Restart In The Blink Of An Eye" - Endless Dungeon Review]]> It’s one hour deep into a station dive before things take a sharp turn for the worse. Every teammate’s weapon is suddenly subpar, the wrong doors were opened, wrong buffs deactivated, and the crabby little crystal bot’s already suffered a beating. In Endless Dungeon — a modern refresh of 2014’s one-of-a-kind roguelite hybrid Dungeon of the Endless — things often go from routine rut to restart in the blink of an eye. It’s a dynamic aligned with the title’s front loaded high-challenge proposition, but its peculiar game feel and rhythms risk alienating trigger-happy players who’d prefer to get meaningfully stronger and OP every step of the way.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/endless-dungeon-pc-review/
<![CDATA["Something Never Experienced Before": Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Review]]> Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is electric, telling a breakneck story of two protagonists and everyone in their immediate circle with continually escalating, incredibly crisp gameplay. Right from the outset, Spider-Man 2 feels as though it’s taken a significant step above its 2018 and 2020 predecessors. A large and varied cast of characters is impressively juggled while players are set loose as both Peter Parker and Miles Morales in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. City-wide spectacle is constantly juxtaposed with intimate, character-driven moments, all underpinned by the truly unsettling emergence of the alien symbiote hoping to reach the height of its potential as Venom.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 14:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/marvels-spider-man-2-review/
<![CDATA[Creepy Infected Ursaluna Variant Is The Perfect Halloween Pokémon]]> A new and exceptionally creepy Ursaluna fan creation is a perfect addition to any Pokémon fan’s Halloween. The enormous evolution of Ursaring was first introduced in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, but the new Blood Moon variant debuted as part of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet’s DLC Pokédex and gave the Peat Pokémon a far scarier appearance. Now, however, one fan has vastly strengthened the Pokémon’s fearsome impact with some creative, and terrifying, changes to its design.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/halloween-pokemon-ursaluna-art-scary/
<![CDATA[There's One Good Reason Not To Deck Out Your Starfield Penthouse]]> From the ship-builder to the various homes that can be purchased in the Settled Systems, Starfield has many customization options to help immerse the player into the universe Bethesda has crafted. Unfortunately, the game is still not without its bugs, and some of these can cause a complete lack of immersion and some pretty serious frustration, especially when it comes to home decorating. While many will just utilize Starfield Outposts or their ships as their main home, others will painstakingly take hours to craft the intricate interior designs that rival even the most skilled decorators on HGTV.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-decor-deletion-bug-house-apartment-new-atlantis/
<![CDATA[One D&D Mechanic Would See Dwarves As The Ultimate Heroes In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Dwarves may represent one of the biggest missed opportunities in Baldur's Gate 3. There are relatively few prominent main characters of the smaller races sprinkled throughout the entire game. There may be a handful of goblins in the camp, but they either die at the party's hands or are left behind after Act One of Baldur's Gate 3. There are the deep gnomes and duergar of the Grymforge and Moonrise Towers, but again, they either die or disappear. There may be the occasional halfling, dwarf, or gnome in the lower city, but most only appear briefly. In fact, many dwarves appear in the game, but most of them don't stick around.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:36:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-dnd-mechanic-dwarves-heroes-ceremorphosis/
<![CDATA[Genshin Impact: Wriothesley Character Builds (Weapons, Artifacts, Team Comps)]]> Using Wriothesley’s best build and team comps in Genshin Impact is the ideal way of optimizing his potential as a DPS and a Cryo catalyst character – the first of his kind, in fact. The Fontaine character was teased prior to the release of the Nation of Hydro, but has finally made his debut as both an NPC and a playable character in Genshin Impact 4.1, becoming an ally to the Traveler. Wriothesley is a main DPS and, given his Vision and weapon combination, he opens up several possibilities for team comps and builds. You can focus on Cryo-based teams in a way that relies less on cooldowns and Energy.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:30:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/genshin-impact-wriothesley-builds-team-comps-weapons-artifacts/
<![CDATA[Assassin’s Creed Mirage: How to Find (& Unlock) The Upper Harbor Gear Chest]]> Assassin's Creed Mirage is filled with puzzles for you to complete and one of the first you will discover is the Upper Harbor Gear Chest. There are a number of quests and puzzles for you to solve throughout your time in Baghdad and the surrounding districts including the Tales of Baghdad Quests.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 11:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/assassins-creed-mirage-upper-harbor-gear-chest-unlock-location/
<![CDATA[10 Hilarious Baldur’s Gate 3 Party Comps For Maximum Chaos]]> Party composition is everything in Baldur's Gate 3. With 12 classes to choose from and 10 Origin and non-Origin characters to recruit, there's plenty of experimentation to be done when it comes to party makeup. And while each of the recruitable companions comes with their very own default class, they can be changed or multiclassed for further customization.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:34:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-hilarious-party-comps-chaos-funny/
<![CDATA[8 Best Weapons In Red Dead Redemption (& How To Find Them)]]> The weapons are what really tie the bow on Red Dead Redemption's western RPG. From iconic guns like the revolver to a variety of bolt action rifles, shotguns, and more, there is a plethora of old-timey weapons to choose from. However, given the age these weapons are from, not every gun in the game is reliable. In fact, it's quite clear which rifles are the best in Red Dead Redemption. However, given that it's been over a decade since its release, it's a good idea to brush up on the best weapons in the game.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/red-dead-redemption-rdr-best-weapons-locations-unlock/
<![CDATA[7 Best Melee Weapons In Baldur’s Gate 3]]> There are many powerful melee weapons in Baldur’s Gate 3. Some have a high damage dice, allowing for a powerful attack. Others have supportive properties which can make allies stronger or considerably cripple foes.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:00:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-melee-weapons-baldurs-gate-3-bg3/
<![CDATA[Assassin’s Creed Mirage: How to Find More Crafting Materials (Leather, Ingots, & More)]]> Players of Assassin’s Creed: Mirage will soon realize that they will need crafting materials to upgrade their items in the game. These can be found in several different manners throughout the game, but players might not be able to find them consistently, particularly at the beginning of their journey. However, there are consistent methods of finding them, if players know where to look as they traverse the city of Baghdad.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:00:31 GMT https://screenrant.com/assassins-creed-mirage-crafting-materials-leather-ingots-locations/
<![CDATA[7 Best Alternate Uses For Spells In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Baldur's Gate 3 offers a stunning array of spells, each with its own unique effects. What sets this game apart is the alternative interactions of spells that can lead to even more creative and surprising outcomes. Whether you’ve been playing Baldur’s Gate 3 since its release or are brand-new to the game, experimenting with different spells is an exciting way to explore the world of Faerûn.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:30:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-alternate-spell-uses-baldurs-gate-3-bg3/
<![CDATA[Genshin Impact - Wriothesley Character Ascension (& Materials)]]> Farming the correct materials for Wriothesley’s character Ascension in Genshin Impact may be a time-consuming feat, but one that may prove useful in the long run, as the hero shapes up to be a unique DPS. Wriothesley was announced as a character for Genshin Impact 4.1, along with Neuvillette. Contrary to the Chief Justice of Fontaine, however, he had not yet been introduced as an NPC. Nevertheless, Wriothesley has now made his debut as both an NPC and a playable character. At launch, he is unique, as Wriothesley is the first character to have a Cryo catalyst combination, essentially meaning he can use Elemental powers seamlessly with his Normal Attacks.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/genshin-impact-wriothesley-character-ascension-materials-talents-farming/
<![CDATA[Today's Wordle Answer & Hints for October 16, 2023 (Puzzle #849)]]> The new week always brings a new set of Wordle words to solve, and the Monday word could cause a few players to lose their long-standing win streaks. For our attempt today we barely pulled it off, but with a little luck, and our daily hints below, you should have no issue solving the puzzle for yourself.

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Mon, 16 Oct 2023 06:00:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/todays-wordle-answer-hints-849-october-16-2023/
<![CDATA[FNAF Security Breach Ruin DLC: Story, Characters, & Price]]> Five Nights at Freddy’s: Security Breach's Ruin DLC has seemingly redeemed the base game after bugs, glitches, and a lackluster story left it as one of the most disappointing FNAF games. In a true turnaround of events, the Ruin content has not only given players a reason to return to Security Breach, but also a host of reasons to get excited for whatever game comes next.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 19:11:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/fnaf-security-breach-ruin-dlc-story-characters-price/
<![CDATA[One Of Baldur’s Gate 3’s Hardest Bosses Can Be Beaten With A Simple Trick]]> Believe it or not, one of the hardest bosses in Baldur's Gate 3 can be beaten in Act One at almost no risk to the party. There are many difficult bosses throughout the game, but sometimes, it's possible for the party to avoid fighting them entirely. The more players explore, the more options for bizarre and broken exploits they find. Whether it's by successful dialogue checks, a hidden trick within a boss battle, or a perfectly tweaked OP Baldur's Gate 3 build, there are many ways to make difficult situations much simpler to resolve.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 18:12:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-beat-raphael-trick-act-one/
<![CDATA[10 Things That Make No Sense About The World Of Starfield]]> Starfield is incredibly immersive, and its sheer size is almost mind-boggling, but there are still some aspects to its game world that don't make any sense. Bethesda Game Studios' interstellar RPG is incredibly ambitious, but it still builds upon a foundation established by 2006's The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion. Nearly everything in Starfield can be interacted with, and hundreds of NPCs can be engaged in conversation. The game's breadth leads to a number of things that aren't quite as they should be, but other nonsensical features are symptoms of game design, world-building, or just incorrect science.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 17:12:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-setting-settled-systems-inaccuracies/
<![CDATA[The 10 Scariest Animatronics In FNAF, Ranked]]> Five Nights At Freddy's is filled with terrifying animatronics that leave everlasting nightmares, but which are the scariest in the franchise? While not the true villains of the FNAF, these animatronics serve as some of the main antagonists, and each one is scary in its own right. Some hide their horrifying nature behind a furry sense of cuteness, while others' mangled and wired bodies do little to hide their murderous bloodlust. Given the right timing, the games' atmosphere can even help their odds, making even the mischievous Balloon Boy an inconvenient fright.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:54:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/five-nights-freddys-scariest-animatronics-ranked-fnaf/
<![CDATA[10 Best Non-Tav NPC Romances In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Baldur’s Gate 3 has a lot of romance for a game about saving the world, with many characters for the main character, default name Tav, to build a relationship with. However, it’s not only the main adventuring party who gets to enjoy a little romance. Dotted throughout the game are many NPC couples, making the world of Faerûn feel more alive with their love and sometimes their tragedy.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:11:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-best-romance-npc-couples-bg3/
<![CDATA[Where To Find (& Summon) Shovel The Quasit In Baldur's Gate 3]]> In Baldur's Gate 3, there are several members who can be added to your party and aid you on your adventure, including familiars, one of whom is known as Shovel The Quasit. Unlike the Find Familiar spell that allows players to summon various animal companions, Shovel must be summoned through their own spell scroll.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:59:42 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-shovel-quasit-location-summon/
<![CDATA[How To Beat The Lightreaper In Lords Of The Fallen ]]> The very first boss you encounter in Lords of The Fallen is the Lightreaper. This relentless hunter pursues you for three different battles throughout your journey until you finally beat the creature. With a dangerous Mount and damaging fire attacks, this enemy can be an overwhelming challenge each time. You must defeat the Lightreaper to progress to new areas and earn tons of valuable rewards.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:52:49 GMT https://screenrant.com/lords-of-the-fallen-lightreaper-boss-fight/
<![CDATA[10 Biggest Conflicts That Can Be Solved With Charisma In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Even if combat is constantly the solution, there are several conflicts in Baldur’s Gate 3 that can be solved with Charisma. The Deception, Intimidation, Performance, and Persuasion skills are all part of the Charisma ability, and with enough points invested into it, players can get themselves out of potential battles simply by talking. Of course, the conversation that players lead can be a complete lie. Instead, it can be a way of shaking down the member at the receiving end of the talk or, perhaps, their character is good at smooth talking.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:10:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-charisma-skip-fights-avoid-conflicts/
<![CDATA[10 Characters Worth Saving In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Baldur’s Gate 3 is packed with important life-or-death decisions concerning characters the party meets along the way. Sometimes the solution is obvious, while others are less so, and some come down to personal preference during that particular playthrough. However, there are certain characters who should be saved either for their rewards or because of how they impact the plot.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 15:10:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-characters-save-dont-kill-bg3/
<![CDATA[10 Perfect Songs A Guitar Hero Reboot Truly Needs]]> Though it has been the best part of a decade since the most recent release of a new game in the Guitar Hero series, rumors have emerged that a Guitar Hero reboot may be in development as part of Microsoft and Activision's new partnership. Though a new game hasn't been officially revealed, the mere prospect of it has fans of the once-popular rhythm music game franchise incredibly excited. While the most recent Guitar Hero release, 2015's Guitar Hero Live, was generally underwhelming, with seven mainline entries and approximately 3000 songs, the franchise has retained a loyal fanbase of dedicated players.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:38:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/10-perfect-songs-guitar-hero-reboot/
<![CDATA[The Best Half-Elf Race Builds In Baldur’s Gate 3]]> Half-Elves are a mixed race in Baldur’s Gate 3. They gain some racial features from bother their Elf and Human lineages. However, they are not as versed with weapons and cannot carry as much weight.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:19:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-best-half-elf-race-builds/
<![CDATA[How To Unlock The Dark Crusader Class Early In Lords Of The Fallen]]> Out of the ten available classes in Lords of The Fallen, the Dark Crusader is one of the few that are not unlocked as you start the game, unless you received it as a reward early. Boasting high defense combined with the ability to cast Radiant spells, this can be a powerful archetype for those who favor an aggressive approach. The excellent starting gear also makes this class an appealing choice at the start of a new adventure.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:12:06 GMT https://screenrant.com/lords-fallen-unlock-dark-crusader-class-early/
<![CDATA[Starfield DLC Can Fix The Game’s Most Painfully Boring Feature]]> The universe that Starfield takes place in presents opportunities for players to immerse themselves in space travel and exploration, but DLC has the chance to rectify some of the game's more tedious aspects. There are engaging features such as random encounters with other spaceships, quests both for the main storyline or optional side missions that provide lore in addition to rewards, and plenty of NPC relationships to form. All of these blend together to create an exciting and immersive game, set against the massive backdrop of space with planets to explore and ships to customize.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 14:10:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-dlc-rover-customizable-vehicles/
<![CDATA[Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Hisuian Decidueye Tera Raid Guide]]> Hisuian Decidueye of Pokémon Scarlet and Violet is now obtainable from a 7-Star Tera Raid Event. It will appear as a Tera Grass-type Pokémon but still has access to its powerful Fighting-type moves. Tackling the Tera Raid Battle is the first step in order to catch it and if you are struggling to beat it, consider move type-effectiveness and Pokémon's physical stats. The first round of this Tera Raid Event is held from October 6th, 2023 to October 8th, 2023 while the second round is the weekend after on October 13, 2023, to October 15, 2023.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:50:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-hisuian-decidueye-tera-raid/
<![CDATA[The Best Starting Car To Use in Forza Motorsport 8]]> Your first car in Forza Motorsport will undoubtedly be the most memorable. It will be the first car you race in, and if lucky, it'll also be the car in which you win your first race. If you plan to secure your first win early on, you'll need the pick the best starting car to help you do so. After all, players begin their career on the asphalt by selecting one of three free cars, and the choice isn't as simple as you might think.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:36:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/forza-motorsport-8-best-starting-car/
<![CDATA[You’ve Been Taming Zelda: TOTK’s Wild Horses Wrong This Whole Time]]> The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom doesn't gift Link a horse like other games in the series, such as Ocarina of Time. Instead, he has to tame wild horses and bring them to a stable if he wants to use them later. With how skittish horses in TOTK are, this tends to be easier said than done. Additionally, Link won't always have enough stamina to tame wild horses early in the game.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:09:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/zelda-totk-wild-horse-taming-difficulty-freeze-trick/
<![CDATA[How To Install (& Use) The Party Limits Begone Mod In Baldur’s Gate 3]]> Per Baldur's Gate 3's rule system, a party can only consist of 4 members, including the player themself, but one mod has the ability to increase that number. Any loyal D&D player knows that the more party members you have, the more fun you have; the same is true here.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:49:58 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-install-use-party-limits-begone-mod/
<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 8: The Best Car Upgrades to Get First]]> If you love your car in Forza Motorsport 8, you will naturally want to outfit it with the best car upgrades in the game. However, Turn 10 Studios did something different this year with car upgrades in comparison to prior Forza Motorsport games: Car upgrades are earned rather than purchased. Upgrades are bought with Car Points, but you must use the car and level it in order to unlock those upgrades. As a result, you must race with your car to upgrade it; you cannot simply spend credits and have the best car in the game.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:45:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/forza-motorsport-8-best-car-upgrades-get-first/
<![CDATA[Starfield: All Hidden Landmarks On Earth]]> By the time Starfield takes place in the year 2330, Earth has become an inhospitable wasteland after Dr. Victor Aiza's discovery of Grav Drive technology in the 2100s caused the planet’s magnetosphere to collapse merely 50 years into testing, forcing humanity to flee and inhabit many other star systems instead. Although it's no longer deemed to be habitable, it is still possible to visit Earth in Starfield, and even view some of the remaining monuments there.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:09:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-every-earth-landmark-snow-globes/
<![CDATA[7 Pinocchio Characters That Should Be Bosses In Lies of P DLC]]> A dark adaptation of the Italian 19th-century novel, The Adventures of Pinocchio, Lies of P repurposes a great deal of content from its source material. Perhaps most notable is the names and likenesses of many of its characters - a vast number of whom occupy the role of the game's main and mini-bosses. In spite of this, Lies of P neglects to include a few figures that are incredibly significant in the novel, some of whom would make for exceptional bosses in any future DLC. Though not all omitted characters would suit the dark ambiance of the game, some are perfectly suited for life in the city of Krat.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 11:08:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/lies-of-p-dlc-bosses-pinocchio-characters/
<![CDATA[Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Ivory Sanctum Puzzle Solutions]]> Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous contains multiple button puzzles with various solutions inside the Ivory Sanctum, an area that becomes available in Act 3. Cryptic notes help you complete the puzzles inside the Sanctum, but some clues can be obtuse. Regarding puzzles in the game, the Ivory Sanctum puzzles are likely some of the more complicated ones you'll encounter.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 07:01:34 GMT https://screenrant.com/pathfinder-wotr-ivory-sanctum-button-puzzle-solution-guide/
<![CDATA[How to Get (& Use) Mangrove Propagules in Minecraft]]> The Mangrove Propagule in Minecraft is a Sapling item you can get and use to grow beautiful Mangrove Trees. This tree variant appears in Mangrove Swamps, a biome distinguishable by its large canopies and aerial root systems. Unlike normal Saplings, Minecraft's Mangrove Propagule can be planted on land and in the water.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 06:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/minecraft-how-to-get-mangrove-propagules-guide/
<![CDATA[Zelda: BOTW's Most Powerful Recipes (& How to Make Them)]]> Food and cooking are essential parts of Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, with even the most powerful recipes having significantly more strength than others. Food in both ingredient form and cooked form can help Link a great deal, as can elixirs, with each helping Link gain back health and stamina, sometimes providing other benefits like cold or heat resistance. Knowing what BOTW recipes are best is a vital survival skill with all the different enemies Link encounters and the landscapes he explores.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 06:00:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/zelda-botw-best-recipes-food-elixirs-ingredients-guide/
<![CDATA[Today's Wordle Answer & Hints for October 15, 2023 (Puzzle #848)]]> Today's Wordle answer shouldn't be too hard for most players as it doesn't contain any of the normal tricks that the game uses to increase difficulty. The October 15th Wordle is a fairly common word and there is no special regional spelling used. Anyone with a good starting word should easily figure out this one.

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Sun, 15 Oct 2023 06:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/todays-wordle-answer-hints-848-october-15-2023/
<![CDATA[Starfield's Starmap Navigation Would Be So Much Better With One Change]]> Navigation in Starfield's Starmap can be frustrating. Even for those who have invested hundreds of hours into the game, the base game for Starfield lacks proper labeling, which can make space navigation difficult. While astrological accuracy is undoubtedly something the game has achieved by correctly naming solar systems and planets after natural systems in the known galaxy, not everyone is an astronomer. This lack of decent labeling can make navigating to even the most well-known locations a hassle without the aid of auto-navigation on the mission screen.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 20:05:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-starmap-navigation-better-one-change-update/
<![CDATA[10 Hidden New Locations In Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC & 2.0 Update]]> Cyberpunk 2077's DLC greatly expands on the base game's original map, including a variety of new hidden locations. Phantom Liberty adds a whole section to Cyberpunk 2077's map: the lawless district of Dogtown. Once a planned, private resort getaway for Night City's well-to-do luminaries, Dogtown soon fell under the control of Kurt Hansen and his iron-fisted Barghest paramilitary gang. By the time V arrives, high rises and luxury shops are in total disarray, and anyone who isn't part of Barghest's rank and file is forced to live in fear. Their hidden stashes and abandoned apartments make up some of the DLC's most fascinating areas.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:05:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/cyberpunk-2077-phantom-liberty-udpdate-hidden-locations-secrets/
<![CDATA[10 Biggest Game-Breaking Exploits In Baldur's Gate 3]]> Baldur's Gate 3 lets players do damage in the thousands, steal tons of gold, and skip entire sections of the plot, even if the game doesn't always make it easy. In this detailed RPG, developer Larian has created a truly rich, highly interactive world. Odd little secrets and super rare endings seem to prove that Larian thought of everything possible in Baldur's Gate 3, but even so, it couldn't catch everything.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 19:03:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-game-breaking-exploits-cheats-glitches/
<![CDATA[Sony's New Movies Feature Somehow Makes PS Plus Worse]]> The tiered PlayStation Plus service still struggles to establish itself as a credible Xbox Game Pass alternative, and the recent effort to add value with video content for PS Plus Premium subscribers has somehow made the service worse for many. In late 2021, Sony launched the Bravia Core streaming service, a niche product offered only with Sony’s Bravia TVs. Though it promised superior fidelity in movie playback, the service did not offer a fully stocked streaming library akin to Netflix or a vast storefront like Amazon’s Prime Video. Now rebranded Sony Pictures Core, PS Plus Premium subscribers have been promised a library of free films, but the app is riddled with bugs.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:46:16 GMT https://screenrant.com/sony-pictures-core-ps-plus-worse/
<![CDATA[GTA 6 Release Date Leaks & Rumors - Everything Confirmed & Debunked (So Far)]]> It's no overstatement to say Grand Theft Auto 6 is one of the biggest games on the horizon, but developer Rockstar Games is remaining silent on the game's release date. This leaves rumors, leaks, and guesses to flood the internet as fans wait to get their first official glimpse of the game. While some of these release date theories are built on logic, others seem to have been plucked out of thin air.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:03:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/gta-6-release-date-leaks-rumors/
<![CDATA[10 Must-Play Starfield Quests You Don’t Want To Miss]]> Starfield features a staggering amount of quests, but some stand out as absolute must-plays. With so much to do and see, it’s easy to miss quite a lot of storylines, especially those that require wandering from the beaten path. Players with an adventurous spirit are in for a treat, as they will stumble upon the hidden gems of Starfield, most of which end up being some of the most fun and captivating quests the game has to offer, but it could take a while to get to the best.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:03:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-best-quests-rewards-hard-find-missions/
<![CDATA[Elden Ring: Why You Shouldn't Kill Caelid's Big White Dragon]]> For many Elden Ring players, starting a new game by killing the dormant white dragon Greyoll of Caelid for easy runes seems essential. Because the giant dragon does not defend itself, it may at first seem like there aren't too many better methods for a newbie Tarnished to quickly gain lots of runes. However, simply running up and slaughtering this giant dragon without considering its lore or the consequences of Greyoll's death can take away from the experience of the game.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 17:52:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/elden-ring-caelid-white-dragon-greyoll-dragonbarrow-farming/
<![CDATA[One Zelda: TOTK Temple Proves Why Tears of the Kingdom DLC Was Needed]]> Among the various Temples featured in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, one perfectly encapsulates why TOTK ‘s lack of DLC is so unfortunate. TOTK’s Temples partially return to the classic Zelda dungeon format, which was notably absent in Breath of the Wild, although the Shrines of both games are effectively miniature dungeons in their own right. Each Temple utilizes a new mechanic to match its theme, but they can reveal more about the game than simply introducing gameplay features.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:31:21 GMT https://screenrant.com/zelda-tears-kingdom-dlc-wind-temple-sky-islands/
<![CDATA[10 Best Puzzle Games To Play Right Now]]> Puzzle games are a genre of video games that not only help keep minds sharp but also can be remarkably relaxing and help reduce stress and anxiety. Whether they are games focused on problem-solving and critical thinking skills like Portal 2 and Tetris or designed for peaceful stress reduction, a well-crafted puzzle game can be a wonderful experience. Playing co-operatively with another person can also help build relationships as people learn to communicate better and work together as a team.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 16:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-puzzle-games-play-right-now/
<![CDATA[Should You Enter The Planecaster In Baldur's Gate 3?]]> The decision over whether to enter the Planecaster in Baldur's Gate 3 is more complicated than it seems. The party may be faced with this choice if they progress in the githyanki crèche questline, which eventually puts them face-to-face with the githyanki god-queen Vlaakith. Using Shadowheart's mysterious Astral Prism, which thus far has seemed to protect the party from Illithid influence, Vlaakith opens a portal to the Astral Plane, and demands that the party step inside and kill her prisoner. Unless the player has been following the lore very closely, it's difficult to understand just what this decision entails until they're already on the other side.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 15:06:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-should-enter-planecaster-dream-visitor/
<![CDATA[Every Character Confirmed For LEGO Animal Crossing Sets (So Far)]]> The reveal of LEGO Animal Crossing sets marks a promising new building-block venture for the series, and one of the most exciting aspects is the ability to see Animal Crossing characters come to life in minifigure form. Villagers and other NPCs have always been a major draw for the series, with a wide variety of cute characters featuring unique and memorable personalities to create charming and meaningful interactions across the games. Luckily, they translate well to the LEGO style, with the chunky minifigure bodies working perfectly and a series of distinct molded heads capturing their cartoonish shapes.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 14:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/lego-animal-crossing-sets-every-confirmed-character/
<![CDATA[There's One PS Plus Extra Game You Shouldn't Sleep On This October]]> PlayStation Plus' October 2023 offerings for its Extra and Premium tiers are exactly what one would expect around the Halloween season. Several horror titles such as Outlast 2, Dead Island: Definitive Edition, Alien Isolation, and The Dark Pictures Anthology's third entry, House of Ashes, are advertised as the subscription's major draws for the month alongside the DC superhero title Gotham Knights, but there is another title that's been added that shouldn't be overlooked: Disco Elysium.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:37:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/playstation-plus-extra-october-2023-disco-elysium/
<![CDATA[Baldur's Gate 3: 10 Best Endings, Ranked]]> Baldur's Gate 3 is a wonderfully complex game, with a plethora of different choices to make throughout. It's no wonder then that there are lots of different endings to account for all the decisions made along the way. Some are for individual characters as their story comes to a close, while others represent the end of the overall journey to save Faerûn.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 12:59:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-best-endings/
<![CDATA[Nintendo Seems Determined To Kill Your Love Of Yoshi ]]> Despite being one of the cutest faces in the Super Mario roster of characters, Yoshi has been almost neglected as of late, with Nintendo really underusing the iconic dinosaur in comparison to its other characters. This is especially true when it comes to the most modern Mario media such as the Super Mario Bros. Movie and the upcoming Nintendo Switch game, Super Mario Bros. Wonder. While Donkey Kong and Princess Peach enjoy the spotlight, Nintendo seems determined to send Yoshi to the shadows.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 09:52:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/nintendo-yoshi-disappointment-movie-wonder/
<![CDATA[Lies of P: How to Find (& Beat) Puppet of the Future (Optional Boss)]]> The Puppet of the Future is a goliath automaton you can find as an optional boss in Lies of P, but the area you discover this machine in harms Pinocchio and makes it hard to beat this enemy. Found in the lower sections of the Workshop Union Culvert, you might avoid this enemy at first due to its sheer size. Taking down this boss at some point will give you an incredibly rare Ergo and a special upgrade ingredient.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 09:31:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/lies-p-how-to-find-beat-puppet-future-boss/
<![CDATA[Best MTZ-556 Loadout In Modern Warfare 3]]> One of the most reliable guns you can have in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the MTZ-556, the first Assault Rifle you receive in the game's beta with many options to customize the weapon's best loadout. The right Perks and attachments can make this instrument of war deadly at almost any range. This weapon perfectly combines fast-paced combat on the battlefield with high damage to take down many opponents with certain parts.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 09:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/best-mtz-556-loadout-modern-warfare-3/
<![CDATA[7 Best Heavy Weapons In Starfield (& How To Get Them)]]> Heavy weapons are one of Starfield’s most deadly guns. They either fire single, precise, deadly shots or spray a barrage of bullets. However, they tend to weigh more and have drawbacks, like longer reload times or more expensive ammunition.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:31:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-tp-get-best-heavy-weapons-starfield/
<![CDATA[Payday 3: The Best Stealth Build (Skills, Gear, & Weapons)]]> The most skilled criminals in Payday 3 use stealth to easily slip in and out of heists. After all, any half-baked squad of burglars can kick open the front door and begin rattling off shots. In contrast, true criminal masterminds can undetected pull off the most daring heist. So, if you're thinking about upping your game and taking the silent approach, you'll need one of the best stealth builds in Payday 3 to do the job properly.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 08:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/payday-3-best-stealth-build-skills-gear-weapons/
<![CDATA[Cyberpunk 2077: How to Beat Sasquatch (Tips, Tricks, & Strategies)]]> Matilda K. Rose, also known as Sasquatch in Cyberpunk 2077, is one of the toughest bosses you will encounter during the “I Walk the Line” mission. She is extremely strong and a cybernetic Hulk that requires a bit more ingenuity and stealth to take down. While she is weak to fire, defeating her will require a bit more than going head-on, thanks to one of her unique abilities.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 07:40:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/cyberpunk-2077-defeat-sasquatch-tips-tricks-strategies/
<![CDATA[How to Make Raspberry Boba Tea in Disney Dreamlight Valley]]> Dreamers can make the Raspberry Boba Tea in Disney Dreamlight Valley after it was added during a Holiday update. Much like the Holiday theme, the Raspberry Boba Tea is amongst other in-game items such as a Gingerbread House, various Coffee drinks, and Hot Cocoa. Apart from creating a fabulous Tea, you also get 1000 points in Energy for drinking it, making it a beautiful and replenishing beverage to sip while working in the Valley.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 07:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-to-make-raspberry-boba-tea-disney-dreamlight-valley/
<![CDATA[How to Unlock Double Jump (& Charge Jump) in Cyberpunk 2077]]> There is a certain build in Cyberpunk 2077 that will let you Parkour around the Night City; however, you will require the ability to Double Jump to do it effectively. Parkouring without the Double Jump ability isn't as exciting as one would imagine, which is why it is one of the more important Cyberware to unlock. Not only does it let V Parkour, it also gives them an advantage during tense situations when facing tough enemies, getting access to hidden areas, or even for stealth.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 06:31:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/unlock-double-charge-jump-cyberpunk-2077/
<![CDATA[Saints Row IV Re-Elected: Every Cheat Code (& How to Use Them)]]> Saints Row IV: Reelected may be one of the most fun crime games with an odd spin, but the experience can be further enhanced if you use cheats. Since the game is known for having whacky weapons and characters, you can get access to even more whacky items any time you want. Apart from getting your favorite weapons, you can also change certain elements of the game if you want. From having a massive head to having every car become an enemy, the possibilities are quite entertaining.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 06:31:24 GMT https://screenrant.com/saints-row-iv-reelected-every-cheat-code/
<![CDATA[Today's Wordle Answer & Hints for October 14, 2023 (Puzzle #847)]]> October 14th’s Wordle answer may not be the easiest to solve and could cause many players to make random guesses. While some players can get lucky with random guesses, in most situations, it leads to losing the streak or a few attempts. However, you can prevent that from happening if you use hints from the beginning and have an upper hand when solving today’s answer.

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Sat, 14 Oct 2023 06:01:25 GMT https://screenrant.com/todays-wordle-answer-hints-847-october-14-2023/
<![CDATA[Dead Island 2 Haus DLC: Story, Price & Release Date]]> Dead Island 2's publisher Deep Silver and developer Dambuster Games have revealed the game's first story expansion, Haus. The expansion will see players venture to a completely new post-apocalyptic area to deal with a mysterious cult and will include completely new weapons and skill cards to aid them on this mission.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:49:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/dead-island-2-haus-dlc-story-price-release-date/
<![CDATA[Baldur's Gate 3 Weapons Update Could Change How Characters React To Your Worst Crimes]]> Baldur's Gate 3 does an admirable job accounting for player creativity and experimentation, but certain possibilities are blocked off by limitations that can be immersion-breaking and lead to some head-scratching moments. The task of emulating the experimentation of tabletop Dungeons & Dragons is a challenging one, as the lack of a dungeon master that can respond naturally to improvisation means that the game has to account for a surplus of scenarios ahead of time. Many of Baldur's Gate 3's biggest failures to manage this are all tied to the same mechanic that feels like it has a uniquely incomplete implementation.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 20:32:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-weapons-update-blunt-non-lethal/
<![CDATA[10 Secrets Most Players Never Discover in Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC]]> Like many of CD Projekt RED's games, Cyberpunk 2077's DLC Phantom Liberty contains a great number of excellently concealed Easter eggs, hidden details, and subtle pop-culture references. Although some of Phantom Liberty's secrets are easily discovered, others are incredibly hard to uncover — this, however, is part of the fun. While simple awareness of a reference is rewarding, having to spend a great deal of time and effort in locating an Easter egg amplifies the reward.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 18:32:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/cyberpunk-2077-phantom-liberty-dlc-hidden-secrets-dogtown/
<![CDATA[“It’s Commonplace For Strange Phenomena To Occur In Hyrule” - Zelda: TOTK Director Explains Unsolved Mystery]]> An interview with Eiji Aonuma and Hidemaro Fujibayashi has revealed some of the thought process behind the development of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. For all that it expanded on the Zonai race hinted at in Breath of the Wild, TOTK left mysteries involving Sheikah technology unsolved in a way that confused and frustrated many. Of course, some Zelda mysteries have gone unanswered for decades, but in this case new information has clarified some of the more notable changes to Hyrule.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:30:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/zelda-totk-director-explains-unsolved-mystery-sheikah/
<![CDATA[You Might Want To Think Twice Before Buying A PS5 "Slim"]]> Sony has announced new versions of the PlayStation 5 in time for the 2023 Holiday season after months of rumors. The new PS5s will launch in November and will be 30% smaller and either 18% or 24% lighter compared to the previous models, which is still less significant than Sony's previous mid-generation console releases. However, despite the smaller form factor and the promises of a larger 1TB SSD storage space over the original model's 825GB, the new versions of the console do come with their downsides.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:33:23 GMT https://screenrant.com/playstation-ps5-slim-cost-vertical-stand-covers/
<![CDATA[Every New Weapon In Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty DLC]]> The one and only Phantom Liberty DLC is here for Cyberpunk 2077, and it brings with it a lot of new content to the game with an additional zone, narratives, NPCs, and delightful ways to kill enemies with flashy new weapons. The spy-thriller narrative of Phantom Liberty means that V will need a tough new arsenal to keep up with the backstabbing going on around them. Among the included weapons are many unique Iconics for V to either find or purchase in the Dogtown district.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 16:00:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/cyberpunk-2077-phantom-libery-dlc-new-weapons/
<![CDATA[Van Gogh Pikachu Proves Pokémon TCG Collectors Need To Slow Down]]> What was supposed to be an adorable collaboration card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game with Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum became a chaotic frenzy for collectors and scalpers who wanted to get a copy of the special Van Gogh Pikachu card. On September 28, 2023, when The Pokémon Company debuted its collaboration collection with the museum, scalpers swarmed in to claim the cards, so they could be resold at exorbitant rates online rather than allowing true fans to be able to get access to them as intended. The Van Gogh collection merchandise was entirely sold out within the first 24 hours of the exhibit's opening, and promo cards were out of stock in minutes online.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:49:07 GMT https://screenrant.com/van-gogh-pikachu-card-restock-pokemon-tcg/
<![CDATA[Be Afraid Of The Rumored Guitar Hero Reboot]]> Rumors have emerged of a potential Guitar Hero reboot on the horizon, but despite everything that a return of the series could bring to the table, it might be best if the franchise stayed dormant. Guitar Hero was on top of the world for a time in the mid-to-late 2000s, with a rapid succession of games having no trouble selling copies or peripherals across a variety of consoles. It fell out of favor almost as quickly as it rose to fame, however, with oversaturation likely playing a large role in its diminishing appeal.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:31:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/guitar-hero-new-reboot-revival-rumor-bad/
<![CDATA[What Microsoft's Activision Blizzard Deal Really Means]]> The decision in Microsoft's legal case against the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is a historic one, but for those who don't have a law degree, it can be hard to understand. The case surrounds the Microsoft Corporation's attempt to purchase the game developing and publishing powerhouse Activision Blizzard, Inc., an enormous conglomerate that counts Call of Duty, Overwatch, and Candy Crush among its flagship properties. Microsoft first announced its plans to buy Activision Blizzard in January 2022, and the FTC's review began shortly thereafter. The legal battle began in earnest by June 2023, when the FTC filed its first documentation in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:54:29 GMT https://screenrant.com/microsoft-acquisition-activision-blizzard-deal-explained-ftc-ruling/
<![CDATA[You Can Finally Beat Pokémon S&V's Teal Mask DLC Now (1 Month Later)]]> The Teal Mask DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet may have already been out for a month, but a huge roadblock in the way of completing it has just been removed. The Teal Mask DLC follows the base games in offering an open-world experience, but its smaller environment and focused content means that it generally doesn't take very long to finish. For some trainers, however, actually taking care of all the content included in the DLC hasn't been possible, leaving a frustrating sense of a lingering to-do list that could have persisted until the release of the follow-up expansion The Indigo Disk.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:32:13 GMT https://screenrant.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-teal-mask-ogre-clan-update/
<![CDATA[Baldur's Gate 3: Should You Let Volo Remove Your Eye?]]> There are many purported cures for the tadpole parasites that plague the party in Baldur's Gate 3, and one of those is the bard Volo's experimental surgery. Players are liable to first meet Volo in the Emerald Grove, where he's interviewing a druid in Wild Shape about the recent goblin-tiefling conflicts. He twists their words to craft an exaggerated account of their recent battle, before disappearing from the grove. As it turns out, Volo's been kidnapped by goblins and forced to perform odes to their leader Dror Ragzlin. The party needs to rescue him if they want to see more of the blustering bard.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 14:00:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-should-volo-remove-parasite-eye/
<![CDATA[One Hidden Starfield Location Is The Best Source For Contraband]]> Starfield is full of secrets across its vast galaxy, with several bases and planets housing a plethora of resources. These range from organic materials sourced from alien fauna and flora, to inorganic components which can be extracted through mining, or items such as spacesuits, weapons, and food. Not all items are considered legal, however, with stolen goods being flagged, and some items marked as Contraband, such as harvested organs, mech components, Va'Ruun Heretic writings, and more are deemed illegal regardless of how they've been acquired.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:30:27 GMT https://screenrant.com/starfield-contraband-location-vultures-roost-ecliptic-mercenary-base/
<![CDATA[Lies of P: How to Find (& Beat) Owl Doctor (Optional Boss)]]> Deep in the Barren Swamp, you might find an NPC named the Owl Doctor in Lies of P that you can talk to and even beat in an intense optional boss fight. An individual broken by cruel experiments from the Alchemist, this figure hides in the lower floors of a wooden shack you can reach by climbing down a ladder. This quick and brutal opponent has deceptive attacks that can be hard to predict in the limited space of this boss battle.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/lies-of-p-owl-doctor-optional-boss/
<![CDATA[10 Characters Better Off Dead In Baldur's Gate 3]]> One of the crowning achievements of Baldur's Gate 3 is the player's ability to make consequential, substantial, and significant decisions - choices that can enormously alter the course of a playthrough. Although these choices can be diplomatic in nature, some of the game's NPCs are better off dead - both for the player's experience and, in some cases, the overall narrative. Dispatching certain characters can have little to no long-term effect beyond material gain; however, killing other characters can drastically change the game's overall landscape, its events, and even, in a few examples, the ultimate conclusion of a run-through of the game.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 11:01:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/baldurs-gate-3-killable-npcs-better-dead/
<![CDATA[Destiny 2: How To Get The Loaded Question Fusion Rifle (& God Roll)]]> The Loaded Question Legendary Fusion Rifle is a Vanguard Nightfall weapon in Destiny 2 that was initially introduced in Season of the Forge. This weapon archetype is ideal for mid-range fights but can be used similarly to a Shotgun. Due to the charge time required to fire a Fusion Rifle, close-quarter combat requires some extra planning. This is even more evident with the Loaded Question because this weapon has a High-Impact Frame archetype. These Fusion Rifles have slow firing and high damage. They are also more accurate when stationary, moving slowly, and aiming down sights.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:30:30 GMT https://screenrant.com/destiny-2-loaded-question-fusion-rifle-god-roll/
<![CDATA[How to Find (& Use) the Memory Shard in Baldur’s Gate 3]]> The Memory Shard is a special item you might find in Act 1 of Baldur's Gate 3 that you can use to track down the location of the legendary Adamantine Forge. This ingredient acts as a compass that leads you and your party to a place with new quests, powerful items, and terrifying bosses. You'll have to endure a challenging fight in the Underdark to obtain the Shard from another figure looking for the Forge.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/how-to-find-use-memory-shard-bg3/
<![CDATA[Lies of P: How to Find (& Beat) Nameless Puppet (Secret Boss)]]> The Nameless Puppet is a secret boss in Lies of P that you can find by making certain choices at the very end of the game, leading to new endings if you manage to beat this final challenge. Surviving two deadly phases in this battle can be brutal, testing every skill you've learned. Those attempting to take down this boss may want to continue their struggle for the extremely rare Ergo dropped by this graceful yet empty puppet.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:26 GMT https://screenrant.com/lies-of-p-nameless-puppet-secret-boss/
<![CDATA[Assassin’s Creed Mirage: How To Assassinate Qabiha (Without Getting Caught)]]> In Assassin’s Creed: Mirage, the final Head of the Order must be found and eliminated to free Baghdad, which turns out to be the former concubine of the Caliphate, Qabiha. Qabiha is a clever woman, and the Palace is well protected when Basim seeks to infiltrate it. Doing so without getting caught will be easier said than done, and once inside the Palace, it is quite challenging to leave it without being followed by every Guard in the vicinity.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:30:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/assassins-creed-mirage-how-to-assassinate-qabiha-stealth/
<![CDATA[Forza Motorsport 8: How to Level Up Cars Fast]]> Turn 10 Studios did something different with Forza Motorsport 8 by making you level up your cars. In prior games, you could just spend credits to upgrade cars, which was a straightforward and meaningless method for growing your garage. However, you have to level your car by using it to unlock upgrades. Furthermore, upgrades have their own currency, separate from the credits you use to purchase new vehicles.

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Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:28 GMT https://screenrant.com/forza-motorsport-8-level-up-cars-fast/