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One of the most popular and ever-lasting games is finally making the jump to PC and it's bringing with it plenty of improvements to its presentation. While it may not have the iconic reputation of Bioware's or the cinematic flair of Respawn's, that doesn't mean the mobile game isn't worth a look. The enduringly successful mobile game, which has been running for close to a decade at this point, has managed to foster a dedicated community of its own and it's about to grow even bigger.

likes to hide content in the nooks and crannies of its levels, leaving plenty of small details left unnoticed by Tav and their companions. Not even exploring every location is enough to reveal the wealth of secrets hidden in Faerûn. Since there are so many letters, books, and notes scattered throughout all three acts, it's easy to miss rare hidden letters that add more context to the story.

One player recreated Disney's Haunted Mansion, and it is impressively accurate. players have boasted some impressive builds since 2011, and players are constantly finding new ways to show off their skills. From Middle Earth to Westeros and even an entire team dedicated to building the Build the Earth project, many hours have been dedicated to getting the perfect design in the game.

While 's player base has shrunk considerably since the game's launch in early 2024, the game's first major update may be enough to bring Trainers back with a plethora of new features and additions. Following 's runaway success, developer Pocket Pair made sure to promise the community that it intends to support and grow the experience throughout its early access period. While there was already plenty to do and see across the Palpagos Islands, Update v0.2.0.6 includes some excellent quality-of-life features to make the process of capturing and training Pals significantly easier.

players have long questioned why one of the game's most valuable commodities can't be crafted but one fan took it upon themselves to fix the strange problem with an excellently simple mod. As adventurers explore the galaxy, they'll need to contend with all kinds of enemies, and more of than not some kind of gun is the best way of dealing with them. Despite the prevalence and effectiveness of firearms, Bethesda Game Studios didn't include a way for players to craft ammunition, something that's puzzled the community since 's launch.

may be a game known for its peaceful energy and wholesome characters but introducing multiplayer can result in some hilariously dramatic stories. As players progress through the game and befriend the many citizens of Pelican Town, they'll eventually have the option to date and marry their preferred NPC. That generally goes off without a hitch but when playing in co-op mode, some wires can be crossed, sparking chaos and drama that belongs on the set of a soap opera.

is an action-packed, dungeon-crawling JRPG with a robust social simulation element on top of it, putting the player in the shoes of Joker and allowing them to both save the country and potentially romance one of its many star characters. There are ten unique women that Joker can date, but since each of them have varying requirements, some are significantly harder to romance than others. Knowing which characters are easiest and hardest to romance in can give players a good baseline on how to plan out their days during the social sim gameplay sections.

is a mobile action RPG developed by Netmarble for iOS & Android mobile devices, alongside PC. It's a pretty standard mobile title that features a lot of the elements that veterans of the platform will be familiar with, right down to a cluttered UI and the gacha unit pulls that have made this particular genre so infamous. With a lot of reverence paid to its source material and some surprisingly deep tactical options, however, there's a chance can make good on the promise of its explosive IP and deliver some fun.

Annapurna Interactive is a publisher that has always had an eye for the interesting. Whether it's the mind-bending time loop of , the abstract exploration of the American Dream in, or the future feline capers of, there is often something enticing under the surface. Enter , from developer Open Roads Team, the latest game from Annapurna Interactive's stable.

While may already have some fun concepts for its New Game+ mode,one dedicated fan has conceived of an idea that would make the RPG even more replayable. Given that Bethesda Game Studios placed a good amount of work in creating plenty of activities for players to enjoy during their adventure around the galaxy, it stands to reason that the developer would give some extra thought to how users could keep going after rolling credits. The New Game+ mode is significantly better than the studio's other projects but, like most things, it could be even better.

With reinforcements from Super Earth's Ministry of Defense pushing back Automatons and Terminids in the liberation campaign, has introduced the LAS-99 Quasar Cannon. This Cannon stands out as a shoulder-mounted anti-tank Stratagem described as a tool that "

In a gaming scene filled with hand-holding and guiding the player through every step of their journey, Capcom's does the opposite, asking the player to discover the game's many mechanics. Like other good open-world RPGs, there are many little details that make the world feel real and lived in, and these can be easily missed. Not only that, but Capcom's approach to combat has made it layered, giving the Arisen several approaches to their encounters.

In, Mannequins allow players to display their favorite items of clothing and provide a fun space for showing off outfits. Unlike many other items, Mannequins can’t actually be crafted and instead have to be bought using hard-earned Gold. However, players should also watch out for a more sinister version of the Mannequin that causes all kinds of strange occurrences during the night.

One location, the Carian Study Hall, has two versions of itself available to explore, making it stand out amongst the game’s numerous other Dungeons. However, completing one of these maps clearly offers far greater rewards than the other. As a result, despite the striking comparisons between the two dungeon variants, their differences are arguably far more important to consider.

As the community comes to terms with the fact that the Automatons are gearing you for a massive counter-attack, players are learning that their most powerful weaponry isn't effective against the faction's recent deployments. Developer Arrowhead has slowly been teasing out the narrative that the robotic forces of evil have quietly been working on new methods to reclaim some of their lost turf and while Helldivers expected the worst, the reality is even more brutal. Players are now sharing footage of their encounters with these massive new units and they're terrifying.

During the liberation campaign against the Automatons in , the Super Earth’s Ministry of Defense unveiled two new weapons that look seriously OP. Mastering heavy machine guns in this popular FPS emerges as a crucial survival skill. The MG-206 (also known as the MG-101) Heavy Machine Gun, a newly introduced Stratagem, is characterized as,

is a game that keeps on giving to inquisitive players and lore-lovers. Due to its long development period, inserted a veritable treasure trove of Easter eggs on the Sword Coast, such as new hidden areas and a secret love letter. Even after collective millions of hours in the world of Faerûn, players are still finding new items and new ways to play the game, including feats such as beating the game with a party consisting entirely of cats.

Warning: this article contains some spoilers for 's story.

players looking to cook the ultimate dish and take home the title of ultimate chef can now do so with an incredibly difficult mod that takes one sandwich's name very literally. As Farmers grow their crops and gather barns filled with animals, it doesn't take long to acquire a good amount of raw ingredients that can be used to brew up all kinds of delicious treats. Having said that, many items can be incredibly difficult to obtain given that they can't be grown so creating a meal that requires every single food in the game takes a while.

The GTA+ service mostly acts as a way to get the most out of the experience, but the inclusion of some past Rockstar titles in the Games Included With GTA+ library is a major additional draw. This change was first made in September 2023 with the introduction of the remaster package, making the subscription a bit more appealing to those who aren't as thoroughly invested in With some new additions and more announced for later in the year, the debatable value of the subscription is definitely starting to become more tangible.

According to a fresh set of 4.6 leaks, players may not want to pull for Arlecchino after, in spite of how highly awaited her playable version is. Although she has already debuted as an NPC in the Fontaine campaign, the Fatui Harbinger is set to become a playable unit in Version 4.6 – in fact, Arlecchino’s release as a Pyro character has been confirmed by developer HoYoverse, though specifics about her are still unknown through official means. Nevertheless, the abundance of Arlecchino leaks in offers players more insight into how she plays on the battlefield.

Wilhelmina is a romanceable NPC in , one of only two romance options currently in the game. You can meet Wilhelmina during a quest for Captain Brant and then engage in her quest later. She will request that the Arisen find incriminating evidence against the nobleman Allard, such that his reputation will be ruined, and she can exact her revenge.

The quest "" is far more complicated than it seems on the surface. It begins when the Arisen encounters a girl named Trysha in an isolated cabin, standing alone on a hill northwest of Melve. Trysha lives with her grandmother, Eini, who spends most of her day providing for the two of them. This leaves Trysha alone and bored out of her mind. To kill time, Trysha's recently decided to study magic. If they speak with her while grandma's out, Trysha asks the Arisen to find the grimoires she'll need to learn her first few spells.

players have once again been blessed as developer Arrowhead Studio rolls out a patch that includes one of the game's most requested features alongside some other special treats. Upon its launch, the community immediately began to question how long it would take the average user to reach the maximum player level given that Boosters and mission difficulty modes are locked behind personal progression. While the level cap used to be 50, developer Arrowhead Studios has listened to feedback and made this limit significantly larger.

Ulrika is one of two romanceable options in , a courageous leader with a passion for helping others. Compared to other romanceable options such as Wilhelmina, romancing Ulrika will require completing several more quests. Specifically, the Arisen will need to help fend off a dragon, defend against Saurian invasions, and usurp a henchman of the queen.

Indie publisher tinyBuildannounced a brand-new game called that mixes ducks, destruction, and survival. The game was announced on April 1, and despite its bizarre concept, is not an April Fool's joke. tinyBuild is best known for its niche games like , a horror puzzle game, and a management Sim. This will be the publisher's first foray into the survival genre, and is said to be a mix of popular survival games like and .

is upping the firepower available to the soldiers of Super Earth, but as exciting as this news may be, it could actually be a cause for concern. Over the course of 's updates, there's been a good bit of debate over how strong weapons should be, with some key nerfs that addressed overpowered weapons causing community backlash from those who fell in love with these advantages. The nail-biting difficulty found on higher levels can make for thrilling gameplay, however, even if it dilutes the sense of a power fantasy.

is filled with Easter eggs and references to other pop culture icons but one dedicated player has stumbled upon a fun nod to one of the best video games ever made. Despite being over a year old, the is still unearthing new secrets every day usually in the form of hidden homages or content that was cut before the game was shipped. The latest finding may not fundamentally change the experience but it should put a smile on the face of any player of any player who's familiar with the punishing difficulty of FromSoftware's RPGs.

Bethesda's space RPG, , has been out for quite a while now, and developers are currently working on a DLC for the game called. While the prospect of a DLC is exciting, there are still many problems that are frustrating players in the base game, which need to be addressed first. These issues standing in the way of making as enjoyable as it could be are things that should be updated to the base game and not cost additional by being tied into a DLC expansion.

offers ten unique player character classes, catering to an array of diverse playstyles. Initially, only four starter Vocations are available; the rest, including the melee-focused Warrior class, can be unlocked by completing various quests or visiting a Vocation Maister. Unlocking the Warrior class involves completing an engaging quest that is challenging yet still manageable in the early stages of the game.

As the community continues to fight in Super Earth's galactic war, one dedicated play has envisioned a simple yet effective solution to one of the game's persistent problems: Supply lines. While Arrowhead Studios does an excellent job of introducing mechanics and concepts to players, one aspect that isn't clarified when starting up the game is how interplanetary travel works. Fortunately, with such a committed player base, it didn't take long for players to learn about supply lines but despite the discovery, many are still unclear on how they actually work.

The 1.6 update of introduced some brand-new content to the game, including Books of Power. These bestow unique permanent perks and buffs on the reader, enhancing gameplay. There are 19 Books of Power, and the majority can be purchased. However, a few are harder to locate. While none of the buffs are crucial, they offer great quality-of-life perks.

Like other fantasy open-world RPGs, allows the player to have an abode of their own. Although there are multiple choices in Capcom's newest title for a player's home, spread across multiple locations, this home in the Common Quarter of Venworth, Vermund's capital, is technically free, at least for a period of time. Despite not costing in-game gold, it will cost time to do, being involved in a side quest associated with an NPC.

The open-world space RPG genre has found itself in the spotlight thanks to 's massive popularity. The Bethesda title has been likened to a game in space, and being from such a big name developer and the marketing push that it has had makes it easy to overlook other amazing games of a similar style that came before it. While has many unique characteristics that make it stand out, there are also lots of other games set in space that offer hours of enjoyment, each with its own distinctive qualities that could set itself up as a new favorite.

In , the Jadeite Orb quest in Checkpoint Rest Town poses a dilemma for players, with two NPCs seeking the same valuable item but offering no clues for its retrieval. Deciding whom to assist and successfully returning the orb yields valuable rewards, including Gold, valuable items, and XP, beneficial for advancing your journey.

The news that won't be getting DLC or a sequel from developer Larian Studios came as a big disappointment to many fans, but when looking at all the facts, it isn't that much of a surprise. This update was delivered at a GDC 2024 panel hosted by Larian, where CEO Swen Vincke clarified that the studio is leaving the license behind to turn its work in other directions. This isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it's hard to imagine any other studio following up with something of equal ambition and quality.

In an era rife with microtransactions and games released in buggy conditions, titles like and are saving modern gaming as we know it. For years, publishers have come to rely on aggressive tactics to drain every penny possible from consumers post-launch. The commercial and critical success of ,, and other recent examples like prove that if a game is well-made and fun to play, buyers will support it. The cost of AAA game production is skyrocketing, and while that, too, is a problem plaguing the industry, predatory microtransactions are not the answer – quality is.

There are many mods available for ConcernedApe's popular indie title, and one of them — - comes with brand new NPCs that can interact with the player, even some that are romanceable. Aiming to stay true to the original title, strives to evoke the same feeling players first had when they picked up the original game. adds countless hours of additional content with maps, locations, new events for every NPC, and over 20 new and expanded characters, all updated to work with Patch 1.6 of.

is filled to the brim with nefarious creatures and feral monsters that want the Tarnished dead, yet there are a few NPCs that one could consider an ally. Rogier is one such character, a Glintstone Sorcerer, who is first met on the way to Godrick the Grafted in Stormveil Castle. Should a player choose to interact with Rogier, they will learn that he is on a quest of his own, and the sorcerer will ask the Tarnished to retrieve The Black Knifeprint for him.

Making an informed decision when pulling for Neuvillette or Kazuha in 4.5 can spare players a lot of Primogems, especially if they are already geared up to reach their pity soon. Neuvillette and Kazuha are both rerun characters and not actual debuting units, like Chiori in . Neuvillette made his debut as a playable character in Version 4.1, shortly after the release of Fontaine in 2023. Kazuha, on the other hand, first arrived years ago, back in Version 1.6, which was added to the action RPG right before the release of Inazuma in Version 2.0.

Players need to spend their money wisely in . Gold isn’t exactly scarce — players find it on a wide variety of enemies, pick it up from chests, and receive it in return for successful missions in . The problem is that most in-game items are surprisingly expensive. This isn't necessarily a failure of balance, or even an attempt to get players to spring for microtransactions in , but rather a provision for players to count their coins carefully.

A new threat is emerging on the Automaton front in , and it may be significant enough to turn the tide of battle. Arrowhead Game Studios' third-person co-op shooter has excelled as a live-service title through its ongoing story, in which players are embroiled in the Galactic War as Super Earth's elite Helldiver units. So far, the Helldivers have seen more success than failure, but a new Automaton enemy could put Super Earth's latest offensive in jeopardy.

is crawling with interesting Easter eggs and one dedicated fan just discovered one of those secrets can be found as early as the character customization screen. One of the key narrative hooks of CD Projekt Red's RPG is the existence of Johnny Silverhand, a digital reconstruction of the consciousness of an iconic punk rocker who manages to make a home inside the head of protagonist V. Played by Keanu Reeves, the character plays a significant role in the story but those who weren't aware of his existence can get a hint while making a character.

It is no secret that Larian Studios worked for around six years on . The developer changed gameplay elements, narratives, and graphics during that time. However, hid a secret change to one companion that was only discovered recently at the 2024 Game Developers Conference.

players are using mods to create massive cities from scratch in-game and the results are quite impressive. Though there are small cities spread throughout the map, most of them are small shacks built out of wooden planks and metal scraps instead of the materials players can use to build their bases. Fortifying bases and making sure that the base is completely unraidable is key in but this player wanted to make sure that they had even more life than just a few Pals running around.

The recently announced has not even been released yet, but it already has a major advantage over what may be its largest competitor:. The new title developed by NetEase is a competitive 6v6 PvP (player versus player) team shooter in which each player controls a different hero. The exact objectives of each match have not yet been disclosed, but are likely going to vary depending on the game mode. Nevertheless, the goal seems to be to use different strategies and characters from to beat the opposing team and ensure victory.

The quest in is a mission you can only complete by saving a captured NPC within a certain amount of time. The game doesn't tell you this limitation, making it incredibly easy to fail as you may get distracted by other content in this massive RPG. Those looking to earn this quest's rewards successfully will have to stay focused to avoid failure.

After players beat with any ending, the main menu will present the opportunity to restart the playthrough with the same character, retaining most items and forms of progression. As with most games that have a new game plus system, however, not everything carries over, and players may want to carefully consider completing any unfinished content in the base game before starting a new playthrough. Especially in the case of, the game's open-world nature and limited fast travel systems could complicate starting a new game plus playthrough.

All nine vocation classes in have NPC Maisters you can meet in various locations and act as teachers for the ultimate abilities associated with each archetype. These masters of their craft can give you powerful scrolls to learn each technique, but only if you complete different tasks for them. The only way to master a vocation is with the assistance of Maisters you find in the world.

is packed full of great characters who the party can meet and help throughout the course of the epic fantasy story. One that plays an important role across all three acts is Rolan, a tiefling wizard who initially comes across as very arrogant and unlikeable. However, if he is kept alive throughout, Rolan can become a valuable ally and help towards achieving “Leave No One Behind”.

A dataminer has revealed some surprising cut content around one of its most tragic characters. Time and time again, it's become apparent that the devil is in the details of . From major spoilers hidden in unassuming plain sight, to huge lore drops in unassuming flavor text, to backups upon backups that most players were never supposed to see, the attention to detail in goes impossibly deep. And hidden within the game's code, one player has revealed something groundbreaking, if not unprecedented.

In , you can now use Tent Kits to set up temporary Tents outdoors. Newly added in the 1.6 Update, Tents allow players to rest, save their games, and progress to the next day. Tent Kits are a great utility item while you’re away from the creature comforts of your farmhouse, but they can be challenging to craft.

One creative fan is likely to give players of the game nightmares thanks to an incredibly detailed Charger model they shared on Reddit. has been a popular game among many people since its release on February 8, 2024, even reaching popularity across many social media platforms. has a heavy emphasis on teamwork and cooperation, which makes it stand out above other similar games. It's also become quite a popular game for fans to joke around about, oftentimes sharing the call to spread democracy and freedom from the Terminids and Automatons.

In , Dye offers an additional method of expression on top of the already extensive character customization the game offers. You might expect that the color of the equipment could be changed, but this is not the case. The additional colors can only be applied to your Arisen or Main Pawn. Acquiring and applying Dye is simple and can be done in two locations.

has many puzzles for you to solve, including one in the Gallery of Derceto in Chapter 2 where you have to reassemble the plate pieces of a Clock. Arranging the broken parts of this Clock will unlock a new area to explore, allowing you to progress further. This task demands the right equipment, which can only be found by completing other puzzles along the way.

While may have a passionate community that adores the game, one disgruntled fan has taken it upon themselves to fix one of the widely hated parts of the game. Despite Maxis' life simulator impressing with the sheer size of its scope, players have long argued that the constant rollout of paid DLC, both minor and major, has made the title feel like a chore. Some have accused publisher EA of greedy business practices which came to a head when a recent update added a new UI element to the main menu which advertised more DLC.

Blaidd is one of many characters to play an important role in , especially if one chooses to serve Ranni and follow her questline. However, after Ranni’s questline is complete, Blaidd seems to disappear. In reality, however, the half-wolf man can still be found in the Lands Between. Seeking him out at this point then leads to a final encounter with Ranni’s loyal guardian and the ultimate conclusion of his story.

Since its release in 2022, has attracted more than its fair share of controversy. From its admittedly rough launch to its heavy emphasis on microtransactions, it's easy to wonder why Blizzard has implemented these changes from the original, especially since one of the main draws of the sequel, a dedicated PvE mode, was canceled.

is filled with references to scientific discoveries and organizations but one player has discovered what may be the most intelligent Easter egg yet, proving that despite criticism against the game, Bethesda really does care about realism. Leading up to the release of Bethesda Game Studio's massive RPG, the developer went out of its way to describe the game's aesthetic as «NASA-punk,» noting that the creative team spent a great deal of time researching space exploration to provide an authentic representation of the future.

It’s generally accepted among all and players that bards are the most charismatic characters and master manipulators. They have the ability to cleverly weave words together to persuade or trick others into doing whatever they wish, for better and sometimes worse. However, there is one other class that could give the bard a run for their money when it comes to sheer manipulation, especially in .

's most popular Pal may not be the most powerful or impressive, but regardless, it has been voted number one by the community. hit the gaming world by storm and quickly set profit and player count records. At one point soon after release, the highest player count reached over two million, only failing to surpass on Steam. Though it has relaxed since those initial peaks, it still has a healthy player base and promise for the future. This said future has already been hinted at through updates along with the first new Pal and Raid Boss Bellanoir.

On March 25, Bethesda Studios celebrated the 30th anniversary of their premier fantasy franchise, dropping a hint about the release of . In 1994, the studio released , which spurred a long-lasting franchise of highly-rated titles. With the last mainline game having been released in 2011, eager fans of the series anticipate more news about the sequel to .

The monstrous snake-haired Medusa is a boss you can find and beat in to get an extremely powerful item as a reward. This creature from classic mythology can be found deep within its lair surrounded by statues signifying the Medusa's signature petrifying stare. Those looking to slay the Medusa need to be incredibly careful, lest they get turned to stone as one of the boss' many victims.

has been a smash hit since its release in February and Arrowhead Game Studios has done all it can to keep its bug- and bot-killing title thriving. This involves a myriad of tweaks, changes, and added content, making the live-service game feel like it's actually getting some decent service. Although there are a number of fixes that just involve removing highly specific bugs, there are many that change the player's experience drastically.

The final major decision in requires every player to choose between sacrificing their best friend or fighting the titular Dragon. The game requires many choices, from the simple selection of classes in to its pivotal story decisions. While every decision has its consequences, the ending a player sees is entirely determined by their choices around the confrontation with the Dragon. The right answer may seem obvious, but even the most minor decision in these final scenes can have devastating consequences.

Amongst the fresh content included in the new 1.6 update of , farmers can meet a new neighbor in the case of the Big Tree. This new feature of Pelican Town and its surrounding area is a large, monolithic tree in the Cindersap Forest. Finding it can be tricky, and knowing what to do once you've found it can also be unclear.

A new Astarion cosplay for has been making the rounds on social media due to how hilariously relatable it is. Astarion is one of the many recruitable companions in and also one of the most beloved among the community of players. This character created by Larian Studios is a half-elf vampire that, alongside Tav and their other partners, has become infected with an Illythid tadpole. Astarion easily ascended to become one of the favorite characters in the game due to his witty personality, brilliantly translated by Neil Newbon’s performance.

If you are simulating family life in , you will be looking to have a baby and the possible gender. Expanding the family obviously hinges on pregnancy and how it works. Once your Sims have WooHooed using the "" mechanic, you can't really choose your baby's gender after pregnancy. However, there is a way to influence gender or outright use cheats if you really want to change it.

April is not only ushering in the beginnings of warmer weather and sunshine, but also many highly anticipated video games, such as and the DLC. The incredible looking game, based on the Akira Toriyama manga series of the same name, and many others are also arriving to show off stunning and unique artwork. This month should hold a little of everything to satisfy gamers with all genres, as well as spanning the range of deep and involved narratives to calming puzzles.

Chapter 4 of has a section where you are trapped in the Medical Ward until you solve a puzzle that uses the area's blueprints. You have to escape by not only finding the floor plans of the Ward but also by arranging them in the right pattern on a grid. Those who channel their inner architect have the best chance to find the right solution.

The Underdark is one of the most vibrant and mysterious regions within , offering rich quests and narratives in Act 1. With plenty of valuable loot to obtain, enchanting and magical spots to explore, and exhilarating boss battles, it is a rewarding path to navigate toward the Shadow-cursed Lands.

is the latest effort from developer Kuro Games (). It's an action RPG gacha title set to release for iOS, Android, PC, and PlayStation, and borrows heavily from already popular titles within the same space — most obviously, which it will inevitably draw numerous comparisons to. That's certainly not a bad place to start, however, and what innovates is more than enough to separate it as a game worth watching as it moves closer to a global release following another round of closed beta tests.

As two of the biggest competitors in the market for open-world space RPGs, has officially usurped . 's Orbital Update, which launched on March 27, features several highly requested additions, including a reputation system, trade surges, fleet missions, and much more. These games are commonly pitted against one another as two of the best open-world space RPGs, and the developers at Hello Games have been working tirelessly since launch in 2016 to improve .

success keeps continuing, and with every Major Order issued by High Command, the game keeps improving. That's not to say it's perfect, however — as one unfortunate mechanic may actually result in the game crashing completely. Though is packed with hours of fun content, the game itself can sometimes be buggy, which is not that surprising considering it was just released in February. One unfortunate bug, however, may ruin a squad's fun completely.

Like any good open-world RPG, features many collectible items for a player to add to their pack. Some are crafting materials, some are used to enhance equipment, while others are used to heal or recover stamina. There are items, however, that serve very little use outside of being sold to make a tidy profit. New equipment costs a lot of gold, after all, and an Arisen will need that gold to stake their claim to the throne.

Xbox has added a new feature to Xbox Cloud Gaming that could make the overall Game Pass Ultimate subscription a far greater deal for players. While there are separate Game Pass tiers for consoles or PC players with slightly different libraries, the Ultimate subscription grants access to Game Pass across both, along with the option to stream titles rather than downloading them both at home and on the go through Xbox Cloud Gaming.

There are two primary romance options in : Wilhelmina and Ulrika. Players can technically raise their relationship levels with almost any non-Pawn character in the kingdoms of Vermund and Battahl, but only Ulrika and Wilhelmina have fully fleshed-out romances. These romances both begin with a mission in (or a series thereof), in which the romantic prospect plays a major role. After gaining their attention by helping them with a task, the Arisen can start bringing them gifts to further raise their favor.

Players seeking Lennart in will likely progress the quest, one of the earliest missions assigned to you in Vernworth, or return to him for a reward after accepting a quest in Melve. Finding Lennart, whether you've encountered him previously or not, presents notable challenges due to the obscurity of his location.

has a plethora of fantastic magic items to find and purchase throughout the party’s journey that will aid them in their mission to save Faerûn. While some enhance damage dealing abilities or offer new spells, others are designed to buff the party and help in subtler ways, including one that's easily missed from a reoccuring, beloved NPC. This can be most useful at lower levels during Acts 1 and 2 to keep everyone on their feet during tougher moments.

's latest hotfix resolves a major issue, but players still aren't totally satisfied. It's no secret that has its fair share of issues, whether they're related to bugs, boredom, or baffling design choices. It finally got its first major patch, update 1.10.31, earlier this March — but that didn't solve all its problems. Between questionable new features and a whole host of unresolved issues, the update didn't quite meet expectations.