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Summary Plot holes are always a risk in narrative games, andLife Is Strange: Double Exposureis no exception to this common issue. The game, in which Max Caulfield returns, is set in two separate worlds; one is called the Living World, and the other is the Dead World. Though the two separate universes may offer some explanation for the mistakes and confusion, other times, there are plot points that are simply abandoned or just don’t logically add up....

Video game protagonists are often depicted as extraordinarily skilled individuals capable of saving the world, whether through martial arts, magic, or scientific genius. Yet, amid their grand adventures and heroic feats, they struggle with surprisingly mundane tasks. Consider a character who has spent years honing their magical abilities or mastering the art of swordplay. While they might be adept at defeating powerful foes or solving intricate puzzles, they can barely manage simple everyday tasks like counting or making a sandwich....

If you told me that a turn-based cRPG rooted inDungeons & Dragonswould have surpassed a tentpole Bethesda game, I would have never believed you. They didn’t even believe it -Baldur’s Gate 3moved its release day forStarfield. This is a niche genre that thrives on a diehard audience, not the mainstream. But with such a charming cast of characters, it took Larian further than ever before. Looking into 2025, I’m curious about what could make a similar splash, There are a lot of worthy contenders, but before we look forward, let’s look back at the year we’re leaving behind....

While playingPalworld, you will constantly be searching for two things: resources and pals. Both can be found throughout the open world, with many different variations to discover. When it comes to pals, you will find that some excel in specific tasks, whether it’s for base work or combat. The new update introduces a whole new map called Feybreak, which brings with it many new pals that you can meet and capture....

With making whimsical outfits with your different wardrobe pieces at the forefront ofInfinity Nikki, it’s no surprise that your assorted ability outfits are some of the most important you’ll find all game! These clothing sets allow Nikki certain powers outside her normal wheelhouse, but only while she’s wearing that outfit. While some are more innate in the gameplay of Infinity Nikki, other ability outfits are a bit more niche, requiring you to switch between them for any given situation....

I was looking for a turret inStar Wars Outlaws. Kay Vess’ spaceship, the Trailblazer, needed a little extra help in battles, so when my robot companion ND-5 said that he had a lead on one, I leapt at the opportunity. This seemed like a small, unimportant quest at first. Outlaws sometimes has you stop by a merchant to buy a quest item and I assumed that was what was happening here: a quick fetch quest to upgrade some equipment that would be helpful later on....

Summary Xbox has gone in a different direction to PlayStation this generation in terms of a mid-gen refresh in that it doesn’t have one. It didexpand its range of Series X and S consolesright before the launch of the PS5 Pro, though. If you buy the Galaxy Black edition of theSeries Xfrom Best Buy in its Black Friday sale,you’ll get a $75 gift cardto spend on whatever you want thrown in for no additional cost....

Summary 8bitdo has a range of mechanical keyboards modeled after some of the most iconic consoles in gaming history. It has typically stuck to consoles that were a big deal in the 1980s but with the NES and the Commodore 64 among its prior offerings, but has taken a big leap forward in time for its next project. A mechanical keyboard designed alongsideXboxwhich has been made to look like an accessory for the original green and black console....

Quick Links Destiny 2.is ending its Revenant season with a short-term event that’s similar to Riven’s Wishes from last year. The Drifter and Eris have some new goodies for you to earn by completing some older activities on the Moon and beyond, awarding you with event Mementos, crafting materials, and even god rolls for some coveted weapons. If you’re looking to catch up with the player base or get your hands on the iconic Chatterwhite shader, then now is the perfect time to jump back into Destiny 2....

Quick Links There’s a lot to get done inPlanet Coaster 2, and all of it requires your direct attention to run smoothly. While building coasters and theme parks is fun, it’s time-consuming work. However, there are rewards for completing challenges in the campaign scenarios, like unlocking more coasters! To get these rides, you’ll need to complete scenarios and research the type of attractions you want. We’ll walk you through the Sky’s The Limit scenario where you’ll need to build a big park in a small space....

Quick Links With Thanksgiving coming up this Thursday in the US,Monopoly Gois kicking off the celebrations this weekend with an early festive feast. Between3PM EST on November 24at the conclusion of the Treasures of the Galaxy event and10AM EST on November 26, grab pickup tokens to play along with Fortune Feast. Though there are only 46 milestones in Fortune Feast from Monopoly Go today, we’ve still got three chances at purple sticker packs as the ending of the Marvel Go album season draws ever nearer....

Quick Links Are you ready to harvest as many Tycoon Racers flag tokens as possible this week inMonopoly Goto get ready for the next team event this weekend? Thankfully, between10AM EST on November 26and10AM EST on November 27, the Planting Profits event offers plenty of chances for just that. With more than 2,000 free Harvest Racers tokens on offer in addition to almost 19,000 free dice rolls, the Planting Profits event is a critical way to fuel your Monopoly Go rolls and partnerships this weekend!...

Quick Links Much ofSynduality: Echo Of Ada’smarketing made it seem like a much more story-focused endeavor than it actually is. While the game is mostly one you’ll play solo, it is still in a world filled with other players while gathering resources, not while progressing the plot. There is no strict end-goal to Synduality. Yet with all that said, there is actually a single-player portion, but you need to unlock it first....