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Summary Helldivers 2is a fast-paced shooter that has players spreading democracy and freedom across the cosmos. Inspired byStarship Troopers, the game has its fair share of humor and political satire while providing some addictive gameplay experiences. Although the launch of the game was marred by bugs, it has been well-received by both fans and critics. Since launch, the game has sold over 12 million copies within its first 12 weeks on sale, making it one of PlayStation’s fastest-selling titles....

Summary Generally speaking, RPGs offer countless opportunities for creative expression and freedom, particularly when it comes to crafting the player’s character. Recent heavy-hittersStarfieldandBaldur’s Gate 3have reminded the gaming community of that more than ever, as they make it clear just how many paths this sort of game can offer to players looking for meaningful role-playing experiences. Now,Starfieldfurther cements this idea. In the case ofStarfield, players can role-playany number of archetypes, beginning their stat journey in the character creation menu and reinforcing or diverting away from their chosen path throughout the game....

Summary Roman historyseems to be a perfect backdrop for various video game genres. The Empire is one of the most significant in history. Naturally, gamers interested in a particular time love to dive into the gaming world that offers it as a setting. Realistic or fictional depictions of Roman history aren’t often a focal point of a game’s setting. There are severalgreat games based on Roman historythat fans should seek out if they haven’t already....

Counter-Strikeis considered the definitive FPS (first-person shooter) series because of its tactical gameplay. PuttingCounter-Strike’s nostalgic value aside, the game is genuinely fun, and little has changed since its early days. It’s a game that proves graphics aren’t everything, and that timeless gameplay trumps everything. Its appeal boils down to its weapon variety, maps, and friendly community. After hundreds of hours, and then some, into this game, more than one player has reported carpal tunnel syndrome....

Summary The quest for immersive experiences in video games is never-ending, and when it comes to racing games, oftentimes that quest leads players to put down the controller in exchange for a wheel. Steering wheels provide strong feedback, improve the player’s ability to execute precise movements, and, best of all, vastly improve immersion. Sadly, not all driving games are created equal, and not all of them support the use of a wheel....

Twitch streamer Asmongold can now playWorld of Warcraft Classicwithout having to worry as much about dying to griefers, as Blizzard dropped the banhammer on some players that admitted to crossing the line and targeted Asmongold in the game. WhileWorld of Warcrafthas not been known to react so quickly to griefing reports in the past, the situation with Asmongold may be a turning point for the developer. One of the most popular methods ofplayingWorld of Warcraft Classicis via Hardcore mode, which is a player-run system that gives leveling in the game an added level of difficulty....

Quick Links The BAS-B battle rifle has already made its way to the hearts of players as one of the best guns inCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. It outperforms many assault rifles in mid-range fights, and it can rival even SMGs in CQB when kitted out for speed and handling. Players who are looking for a versatile weapon inCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3MP or Warzone have a lot to look forward to with the BAS-B....

Call of Duty: Modern Warfarefeatures a unique type of Watch collectible that are earned just like any other cosmetic and provide some quirky functionality. One watch measures a player’s in-game steps and another tracks a player’s level progression mid-match. Naturally, most Watches also show the time. But one newModern WarfareWatch is starting a more interesting conversation. The latestModern Warfarebattle pass Watch shows a nerfed mini map in-game – and it can also be used in Hardcore....

Summary WhileCities: Skylinesreplicated theSimCityfranchise in a lot of ways, Colossal Order also injected a few exciting unique features to help set it apart from the crowd. One such feature came in the form of districts, which let players alter specific parts of their cities as they saw fit. It made them feel a lot more lifelike and wasfurther expanded upon via DLC. Since it was such a popular feature, it makes sense thatCities: Skylines 2would include it as well....

Summary TheFalloutseries has been a thing for quite a while now. Almost 25 years have passed since the release of the first game in 1997, and it has changed in numerous ways since then. The series, however, went on a long hiatus after a few games failed to generate enough sales to keep Interplay from selling the property. Bethesda, who acquired the IP, would go on to make their own entries in the series, starting with the critically acclaimedFallout 3in 2008....

Bungie is known for its changes toDestiny 2’s meta whenever big expansions drop or, at times, during Seasons that are either longer than usual or warrant a pass to the game’s sandbox state. As such, it doesn’t come as a surprise thatDestiny 2’s 30th Anniversary Packwas always meant to come with a major sandbox patch, and now that the update is being outlined in Bungie’s TWAB posts it’s even clearer how much of an impact this will have on the meta....

Quick Links The search for loot never ends inDiablo 4, and Season 4 introduced a familiar endgame mode that many fans of the previous game should love: The Pit. Short for The Pit of Artificers, this activity is designed to test builds by pitting players against waves upon waves of monsters in randomized areas, eventually culminating in a boss battle in the end. Players can get tons of loot and crafting materials in The Pit, and if you’re itching to getsome ofDiablo 4’srarest items, then these randomly-generated hellscapes are the best places to dive into....

Diablo Immortal.What started off as a controversial announcement at theBlizzCon eventin 2018, prompting a 7% drop in Activision Blizzard’s stock on the first weekday of trading, has since developed into a promising spinoff title still in development at Blizzard Entertainment through its partnership with NetEase. Though the project has been slated for release as early as 2019,Diablo Immortalkept getting pushed backwith the intent seemingly being to bring the game up to the standard of other Blizzard releases....