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You know you’re talking to a fascinating person when they tell you their grandfather invented the mood ring, and that isn’t even in the top ten most interesting things about them.Lorcanaartist Whitney Pollett comes from a family of talented and industrious artists, and like her grandfather, has leveraged her creativity in a number of fascinating and lucrative ways. I sat down with Pollett at last weekend’sDisney Lorcana North American Continental Championship, pulling her away from the endless queue of fans lined up at her autograph table to talk about her background as an artist and her experience as an early contributor to what has become the iconic style of Disney Lorcana....

Things can often get messy inBaldur’s Gate 3. I don’t mean choosing the wrong dialogue option or accidentally messing up your Honor Mode run. I’m talking about blasting a crew of goblins with a fireball and having their blood and guts splash onto you. Coupled by the fact that you’re mostly living in the wild, your party is bound to get a little dirty and smelly. Sure, you may perform a long rest to clean yourself off before the next encounter, but who has the time for that when there are places to go and Illithid to kill?...

Animation continues to rule the world in 2024. As many of its creatives go on strike in pursuit of abetter deal and greater protections for thousands of workers, countless films and TV shows continue to push the medium forward. Despite it changing under our feet in myriad ways over the past 12 months, there are plenty of incredible animated works worth highlighting, so here are some of the very best and why you should check them out....

As you work through the story ofMario & Luigi Brothership, you’ll slowly unlock new mechanics and abilities that will tweak how you approach the unique turn-based combat in the game. Arguably, the most impactful new mechanic that is introduced a few hours into the game is battle plugs. Throughout Brothership, you’ll be able to craft more and more of these passive buffs that can be equipped and switched out in combat....

Summary Animated Christmas specials have become an annual tradition for many, from old favorites like Charlie Brown to newer classics like Prep And Landing. With so many out there and such a wide variety of holiday specials to choose from, it’s only natural to wonder… are there any anime Christmas specials out there? Turns out, not only are there Christmas specials in the world of anime, but there areatonof them. For the anime fan looking for Christmas specials with an anime coat of paint, these are the best ones out there....

Summary It’s long been rumoured thatCall of Duty: Black Ops 2 was supposed to get one last Zombies DLC adding every single map from the original Black Ops and World at War, except for Call of the Dead. This idea was reportedly repurposed into Chronicles for Black Ops 3, which likewise added a bunch of old maps. After over a decade, we finally have confirmation that such an expansion was in development, as MrPinball64 has uncovered two builds of the game that include the unreleased DLC 5....

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6has been one of the best entries in the series for a long time. Not only has it brought in the big bucks for Microsoft, but it has also boosted Xbox Game Pass subscriptions considerably. The first CoD entry under the Microsoft umbrella can safely be considered a hit, received well by players and critics alike. However, this success has come even before Black Ops 6 had the chance to reveal thecontent that will come with season one....

Summary Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Zombiesis celebrating the festive season with the return of Jingle Hells fromCold War. This time, it’s a complete overhaul ofthe Liberty Falls map, removing the Mystery Box, Crafting Tables, and Arsenal Machines, while also implementing a Whimsical Gobblegum called Holiday Cheer, snowballs, the Naughty or Nice power-up, Snowmen, presents, and a new Cold Front round. What The Players Think: “Terrible” And “Boring” However, the event isn’t going down well with fans, who — to put it plainly — argue that it “sucks”....

Quick Links Check out the latestDung Beetle Simulator codeslisted here to unlock free in-game rewards, including potions, wins, and other valuable items to enhance your experience and accelerate your progress. These codes often expire quickly, so be sure to redeem them while they’re still active! We actively search for and update these codes, particularly after game updates, to ensure you always have access to the latest rewards. Keep checking back regularly, as new codes are frequently released for milestones, shutdowns, or special events....

Far Cryis an odd series. Popular enough to have six mainline games and several spin-offs, though rarely anyone’s favourite. Consistently solid, often critically acclaimed, and rarely panned even at its low points, yet Far Cry is never spoken of as a masterpiece even in an industry so loose with that superlative. Today, Far Cry 4 turns ten, and it’s as good a time as any to look back on what, exactly, Far Cry even is....

Summary Yesterday, it leaked thatFortnitewould becrossing over with Skibidi Toilet, something that Epic Games all but confirmed when it tweeted a toilet, plunger, and camera emoji alongside today’s date. Well, here we are. We now have our first look at the crossover thanks to leakerHypex, which will launch during today’s reset. What’s Included In The Skibidi Toilet X Fortnite Crossover The 2,200 V-Bucks bundle consists of three cosmetics — Skibidi Plungerman (which comes with a Lego style), a Skibidi Toilet Back Bling, and a Skibidi Plunger Pickaxe....

From a gameplay standpoint,Helldivers 2is fairly simple. Check the major order, dive down to a planet, complete the order, and kill every bug or bot along the way. However, the folks at Arrowhead Studios, especially game-master Joel, have ensured that there is an overarching story that conveys the flow of the war on two fronts. These mini story arcs usually revolve around a particular objective, like liberating Malevalon Creek, liberating a mech-facility, or saving children for no reward....

Helldivers 2has a love-hate relationship with its community. Things were at an all-time high thanks to theOmens of Tyrannyupdate, which brought the Illuminate, melee weapons, and the FRV. TheKillzone crossover debacle and subsequent amendscaused another dip and high, and the cycle continues. However, there has been one thing that has been consistent in the game from day-one, and the community can agree with that too. Arrowhead has released some great armour and helmet sets with each new Warbond for Helldivers 2....