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There’s no doubt that Far Cry 5 was one of the most popular titles released this year, especially with the first-person shooter having been included among Google’s top ten most searched for video games of 2018. The adoration from newcomers and veteran fans alike was certainly caused by FC5’s solid gameplay, and it was likely assisted in part by the game’s map editor in the Arcade mode. Speaking of which, one fan recently decided to go all out with the feature by recreating the iconic Home Alone house in the game....

It’s been almost two weeks since Ubisoft announced that Far Cry 6, the latest title in its story-driven FPS series, would be delayed. The COVID-19 pandemic was given as the reason for the indefinite suspension of the February 2021 release date. Despite this, there’s already been plenty of marketing for Far Cry 6, and players can expect to see it ramp up over the coming months. The Far Cry series has become well known for its interesting and charismatic villains, and it’s clear that Ubisoft put a lot of effort into making sure that the primary antagonist remains at the center of each game....

After 11 years of large success on Facebook, FarmVille has officially shut down on the social media website due to the discontinuation of Flash Player. However, development for FarmVille’s mobile versions will continue. While Facebook began peaking in the late 2000s, FarmVille released in 2009, and shortly after became the most widely played game on the site with over 83 million monthly active users. At the time, though the farm simulator was so popular among Facebook users at the time, many reviewers, video game designers, and critics gave FarmVille a negative review for its mindless chores being so addictive....

The year 2020’s Destroy All Humans! is a modern-day remake of the cult classic game, which initially released in 2005. Whilst it remains faithful to its original form with features like cheats returning, there are a series of changes made to present the game to modern audiences. They range from new content in the form of additional missions to Quality of Life changes designed to make the experience smoother and more enjoyable....

Compared to previous generations, the PlayStation 5 launch lineup was fairly solid. It featured some high-quality cross-gen games like Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and was headlined by the exclusive, gorgeous Demon’s Souls remake. Even so, the PS5 launch lineup was lacking true exclusive games, with one of the planned launch exclusives, Destruction AllStars, delayed at the last minute with promises to bring it to PlayStation Plus. And it’s a good thing that happened because there would have likely been a lot of unhappy customers if they had paid $70 for such a content-deficient game....

Devolver Digital has announced that it will be revealing a bunch of new games during this year’s Summer Game Fest. Everyone is understandably quite excited for this year’s digital E3 event, but before that, we have Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest to contend with. While not as big as E3, the showcase has risen in popularity over the past few years due to a handful of big reveals. You may recall that Crash 4: It’s About Time was officially announced during last year’s show....

Diablo 3 has been rumored for the Nintendo Switch for months, and while we’re still waiting for an official announcement, the game’s existence has been leaked, along with some other details. Earlier today, Forbes published (and then quickly deleted) an article about the Nintendo Switch version of Diablo 3, which will be called Diablo 3: Eternal Collection. It will come with the base game, as well as the Reaper of Souls and Rise of the Necromancer expansions in addition to all other post-launch content that has been released for Diablo 3....

Disco Elysium is a brand-spanking-new unique RPG that has taken the world by storm. Though you play a character that is already developed to a degree, his actions and words are all on you. You play a shitty drunk detective trying to solve a murder in a rundown city, what could go wrong? Being as you’re a dirty drunk, and the city you’re in has waters that run deep itself, there are some unique people you run into along the way and perhaps very few that are so smart....

In an effort to cancel YouTube stars the Dolan Twins, a six year old video was dug up and showed out of context to paint them in a negative light. The issue in question is the clip showing one of the twins using a homophobic slur and has sparked outrage. The Dolan Twins are very popular YouTube stars that try to avoid drama for the most part. Their videos focus on the pair’s relationship as twins and they frequently collaborate with other YouTubers....

Over the last few weeks, publisher Electronic Arts and developer DICE have taken a beating for their implementation of loot boxes and microtransactions in Star Wars Battlefront 2. No matter where gamers turn, there seems to be someone chiming in on the matter, or in rare cases making fun of loot boxes. That’s just what mod creator Rip and Tear is doing with the Doom Loot Box Mod, a rework of the classic ‘90s title only with a randomized twist....

If you’ve been paying attention, Doom has become the king of all gaming memes. Players around the world have been trying to find the most absurd and innovative ways of bringing the game to life. In yet another chapter in the meme race, someone has discovered a way to use the new PS5 DualSense controller to play music from Doom. The controller’s haptic feedback, apart from being “wizardry” has been widely described as a game-changer for immersion in video games....

The Super Saiyan God line may never end up as iconic as the original set of Super Saiyan transformations, but the red and blue forms have managed to gain a rather impressive fanbase. No, they don’t rival their golden haired counterparts, but they’ve nonetheless become synonymous with Dragon Ball. The franchise’s revival this past decade has done a lot to move the series forward. New gods, new universes, the return of Future Trunks, and Super Saiyan God have solidified Super as more than just a rehash of the original series....

The best drones: Top rated quadcopters to buy, whatever your budget What are recreational drones? Drones are also called UAS or quadcopters Recreational drones are for fun, not work Recreational drones can have built-in cameras Best drones: Top rated quadcopters to buy, whatever your budget What are the rules and regulations? UK flyers are required to take a free theory test UK owners need to register as an operator and pay a £9 annual fee UK Drones with cameras and any drone over 250g needs to display the Operator ID You can’t fly drones near airports in the US and UK Drones shouldn’t fly higher than 400 feet in the US and UK You are responsible for flying your drone in a safe manner UK: Rules and regulations Don’t fly near airports or airfields Remember to stay below 400 feet (120 metres) Observe your drone at all times - stay 150 feet (50 metres) away from people and property Never fly near aircraft Enjoy responsibly...

The people with a lot of free time and a webcam can now experience Dungeons & Dragons online with no charge, as The Lost Mine of Phandelver starter adventure is free for everyone to use on D&D Beyond until May 5. In order to play Dungeons & Dragons, a player needs a copy of the Player’s Handbook, a character sheet, and some dice. The person running the game needs a Dungeon Master’s Guide and a Monster Manual....

In 5th Edition Dungeons & Dragons, subclasses let players add some flair and personality to the standard classes. They are great for homebrewers, since they let players create character options with a strong theme without making a full class progression. However, there are certain things to consider when homebrewing subclasses for different classes. Here are some tips for making a Cleric Divine Domain, either for personal use or publication. Spells On A Theme Clerics get an expanded spell list as part of their subclass....

Parkour is everything Soft landing spots Find inhibitors for more stamina Scattered around the map - often they’re located in nondescript buildings with holes in the wall or a single open window. Sometimes they’re easy to get to in there, other times they’re full of napping zombies. You’ll find there’s often a warning when you step into one of those buildings that you should go back at night. The zombies are then mostly out on the streets and you can sneak about the building without fighting them all....

With just three weeks remaining before all of the gaming world’s attention is drawn to Los Angeles and the yearly E3 gaming expo, developers and publishers have begun dropping hints as to what can be expected from the trade show. While gamers have come to expect certain high-profile announcements, there are sure to be quite a few surprising reveals over the course of the event as well, even if some games are being announced before the show (see: Far Cry 4 and Halo 5: Guardians)....

Despite a few minor pre-launch hiccups, which sent metacritic user scores plummeting, EA is already projecting solid numbers for BioWare’s highly-anticipated title, Mass Effect 3 - estimating that 890,000 copies of the game were sold in the first 24 hours (in the US alone). EA chief executive officer, John Riccitiello, delivered the news in New York City at the Wedbush Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference - asserting that the publisher feels “awfully good” about the Mass Effect 3 launch - and future sales potential....

Animal Crossing: New Horizons has taken over the lives of many people. Especially since many of us are quarantined, the game provides some wholesome entertainment in the meantime. With Animal Crossing being the third fastest-selling Nintendo game of all time, right behind Super Smash Bros, it seems like everyone is getting in on the fun. Even stars like Elijah Wood! The Lord of the Rings star shocked a player, Jessa, by asking to come to their island to sell turnips....

Filmmaker Chloé Zhao has been sharing new details about her forthcoming cosmic blockbuster, Eternals. In a recent interview, Zhao discussed what it was like working with Marvel Studios and how Leonardo DiCaprio’s The Revenant inspired her MCU blockbuster. Zhao has been answering questions regarding Eternals during the press junket for her Golden Globe-nominated movie, Nomadland. The 38-year-old Zhao edited the Marvel Studios film during the release of the critically acclaimed indie, which stars Frances McDormand as a woman who leaves her home to travel the American West after the Great Recession....