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As you progress through Chapter 2 of , you'll encounter a plate in the Boiler Room with a mosaic of images acting as a puzzle you must solve. Some of the plate's pieces are missing, preventing you from fixing the boiler at first. Gathering every piece of this puzzle will allow you to arrange parts together in a specific pattern and unlock a new area.

The release date of ’s Season 3 and the return of Rebirth Island, as well as several of the gameplay changes and even game modes, have been announced by Activision. The live-service battle royale game has complete integration with the most recent premium title in the series,, and is also getting connected to the recently released with the upcoming patch. Every so often, gets massive updates that not only add more playable content but even reshape the maps on which players fight each other.

There are more than 40 maps in the , but some are undeniably more enjoyable than others. Many of the maps are direct recreations of iconic locations from the prequel and original trilogies, such as Endor, Dagobah, and Mustafar. While the has received bad reviews due to its poor optimization, some maps offer a great time for the players who can actually load into them.

may be a generally uplifting game about finding purpose and peace through hard work and nature, but one player has discovered an incredibly sad moment that no one expected. As players journey through Pelican Town and make friends with all the locals, they'll slowly come to understand the community's dynamics and the relationships that connect everyone. While most of these are very wholesome, sometimes the game can be unexpectedly dark by dropping a shockingly heavy narrative moment without any kind of warning.

In, quest, assigned by Captain Brant, tasks you with attending a Masquerade in Vernworth Hall to confront an impostor. This quest, rich in espionage, starts when you engage Brant at the Vernworth Tavern and inquire about the Masquerade, which he believes is an ideal opportunity to uncover information about the false Sovran. To blend into the ball attended by Vernworth's elite society, players must look the part.

Interested players can transform into a fully-fledged survival horror game with. is the most recent installment in the series, arriving before the release of the highly anticipated, set to arrive later this year. The game is, in its essence, a revamped version of 2015’s built from the ground up, now running on Unreal Engine 5. The recently released has notably enhanced graphics and better performance but retains the classic survival gameplay experience provided by .

Finishing the wrong quest too early in can put an end to an entire playthrough. Although has a large map and its fair share of side quests, its main story is relatively short. It also has an abrupt ending, after which there's not much left to do but start over on New Game Plus.

The objective known as Operation Swift Disassembly is an exciting push of momentum against the threat of the Automatons, but soldiers of Super Earth would be unwise to place too much stock in its success. Unlike most online multiplayer games, has a constantly updating narrative based around the tides of the Galactic War. Progress is partly determined by the community's efforts in each Major Order, but the overall path is also shaped by a game master who ultimately controls the story.

The choice between Fruit Bats and Mushrooms is a compelling one for , with both options offering clear benefits. However, the Farm Cave can only support one of the two, and the upgrade is irreversible, much like ’s choice between the Rancher and Tiller professions. This will have a lasting impact on a farm and the produce people can easily obtain with it, and as such, the decision is worth some careful consideration beforehand.

A hidden mechanic in can save tons of time when it comes to completing quests. As an open-world RPG, has many optional side quests for players to complete. However, not every quest has a clear marker, and it’s not always clear where they're located. Since it's possible to miss some of them, or even to fail certain time-sensitive quests in , players will need to use every tool at their disposal to find and finish as many quests as possible.

has an even greater legacy to live up to since the addition of a new feature to . Expectations and rumors around have run rampant since well before it was even announced. With a first view of the game now available, and the possibility of a release date for coming soon, things have only gotten more complicated.

Recently, Larian Studios announced that its 2023 GOTY winner, , will do a crossover with Poncle's. It is an odd and unexpected crossover, given that the two titles are vastly different, with being a CRPG while Poncle's indie darling is a roguelike shoot 'em up, although it does show that Larian is open to collaborating with different games. may not have been everyone's first choice, but it could be the start of many.

The war for Super Earth just got even more exciting as announced that two new weapons will soon be available for all players. In the ongoing campaigns to wipe out both the Terminids and the Automatons, Helldivers are equipped with a small arsenal of death-dealing tools: From small handguns all the way to two-man heavy cannons, the firearms on offer are usually enough to wipe out a small army of foes. Fortunately, everyone's options are about to become even more varied with a couple of new guns that look like they'll absolutely devastate the enemy.

The Red Dragon is the final boss of main story, and it is a challenging fight for which you should come prepared. Make sure to buy the top-of-the-line gear for yourself and your personal Pawn.

As Bethesda's silence on the future of begins to frustrate the game's community,some players have taken it upon themselves to suggest a simple fix for one of the game's most annoying issues. Since the massive sci-fi RPG was released in late 2023, fans have looked to the developer to address the many quality-of-life issues that made it into the final version. Some patches and updates have been pushed out over the last few months addressing some of these problems but the issue of clunky quest design has yet to be meaningfully improved.

The anticipated revival of , a stylish 5v5 MOBA, is near, and with it comes an entirely new and sneaky assassin DPS hero named Kajir, a cat who has stolen more than nine lives. stands out with its fast, rewarding gameplay and colorful cast of characters, all with unique playstyles. Each of the other 23 playable characters will need to watch their backs for the stealthy Kajir.

Leah is one of the six bachelorettes you can marry in . She is a sculptor living in a cottage in Cindersap Forest. While she does not consider herself to have many friends, she can be a sweet spouse who offers mushrooms, Coffee, or forages. She has simple interests that should be easyfor even early-game farmers to appeal to.

One of the newest Summer Festivals in the version 1.6 update is the Trout Derby. It is a small and quiet outing for anyone who fancies fishing in the indie farm life simulator. This mini-festival takes place on the 20th and 21st of Summer. It starts at 6:10 am and ends at 2:00 am on both days.Grab yourself a new Tent Kit to set up a place to sleep and take advantage of the atmosphere and bountiful prizes.

The 1.6 Update for may still be fresh on the community's minds but that hasn't stopped developer ConcernedApe from pushing out yet another patch to fix some known issues and add in some small extra features. Despite being nearly a decade old, the beloved farming RPG is widely regarded as one of the best games ever made in no small part due to the impressive amount of post-launch content it's received over the years. The latest hotfix isn't intended as a full expansion but rather shepherds in some much-needed tweaks and balances.

Mushroom structures called Spore Spewers produce a thick fog obscuring everything on Terminid worlds in , making it almost impossible to see around you unless you find and destroy these organic towers. Unless you have the right Stratagem, it can be very hard to take down a Spore Spewer without help. Using the right weapons and gear on Terminid missions will help you topple these huge mushrooms without trouble.

Though might not be set to receive additional content in the future, developer Larian Studios has continued to fix many of the game's most pressing glitches and bugs — including those relating to persistent issues with major characters like Lae'zel and Nightsong — with continuous updates, patches, and hotfixes. Despite being one of the biggest games released in 2023, and a winner of many game of the year awards, has also been notoriously riddled with bugs since its release, as is usually the case with most large scale RPGs (and especially systems-heavy CRPGs).

The Sphinx in is one of the most interesting entities in the game, and not just due to its unique appearance. The Sphinx offers up to ten riddles, each providing a unique reward. The Sphinx appears in two locations, and the answers to the riddles may vary from player to player.

is looking to turn its fate around by taking popular features from much better ARPGs. launched with excitement but has had a dramatic falloff since, due to a combination of unrewarding mechanics, a lack of endgame content, and lackluster seasonal updates. This wave of discontent within the player base has led to massive changes going into Season Four, hoping to turn the game's fate around.

and its anime spinoff may be a few years old but that hasn't stopped the fandom from unearthing even more heartbreaking Easter eggs that connect the video game to the series. While the world of Night City may have already been a popular piece of pop culture before CD Projekt Red adapted the tabletop RPG into a video game, the launch of Netflix's anime further increased interest in the franchise by simply being an excellent, heartbreaking story. Now, one particularly tragic scene has been discovered in, immortalizing the fate of Kiwi.

The deadly disease known as Dragonsplague in can bring devastating calamity if you don't find a cure for the Pawns who contract this illness. Your allies who gain this affliction are a risk to themselves and every other Pawn who could become infected. Recognizing the symptoms of Dragonsplague early can be the key to avoiding the ruination of entire settlements during your adventure.

added its first new Terminid enemy to the game, but they are more dangerous when players least expect them. has introduced a welcome update trend of releasing new content consistently and often as the result of player actions. This has kept players on their toes for updates at any time, but also kept retention and support for the game. The game is set to recieve a new Warbond every month as well, so it would seem that available Helldiving equipment will continue to evolve alongside new enemies and mission types.

Bethesda Game Studios released a new hotfix for and while it may not include a plethora of changes, one tweak should make the game significantly less irritating. While the developer behind the massive sci-fi RPG may be known for crafting expansive worlds for players to explore, non-playable characters have always been very hit-or-miss. Across and, certain characters have captured the hearts of the franchise's communities but for the most part, wonky AI and stilted dialogue have always plagued Bethesda's NPCs.

Details about the new Trailblazer form in 2.2 have allegedly leaked, giving more insight into how they will operate with a new Element and Path, as well as hinting at the potential of rivaling one of the game’s best characters. The Trailblazer is the main character of the story and a reflection of the players themselves – Caelus has the male-presenting body type, while Stella is the female-presenting protagonist. Despite not currently being the best, Trailblazer is one of the most unique characters, as they have the ability to swap the Paths they follow.

One of the new items introduced in 1.6 is the Mushroom Log, which gives farmers a steady source of mushrooms. Mushrooms are typically found out in the wild, in the Mines, and in the Farm Cave if you set it up for growing fungi. However, the Mushroom Log is a great way to collect the mushrooms you need for Bundles and crafting.

The party composition in was almost even more chaotic before Larian Studios opted to keep a major Act 2 evildoer away from any kind of redemption. Throughout players' adventures through the Forgotten Realms, Tav can recruit an assortment of colorful companions to their side, each one bringing their own unique backstory and baggage that must be carefully handled. While the recruitable allies are all beloved in their own right, one villainous member may have been just a stretch too far.

With the release and immense success of , many clamor for a revival of classic roleplaying games (CRPGs). Also known as computer roleplaying games, CRPGs are a genre that saw its prime during the late 80s and 90s. Similar to ’s predecessors, the origins of the CRPG genre can be traced back to the original. Games inspired by tabletop RPGs ended up spawning some of the first CRPGs, such as the famous, which Swen Vincke, CEO of Larian Studios, attributes his inspiration to when creating the series.

Although has many mechanics that make it uniquely difficult compared to other open-world RPGs, the obscure and deadly Dragonsplague is possibly the game's most punishing mechanic. Released 12 years after the original, the sequel features an all-new map and greatly expanded systems, but with a new, wider audience, some of the game's new or returning mechanics have proven to be somewhat controversial.

is loaded with memorable characters and its fair share of heartbreaking moments but one dedicated fan wants to give one of the Trilogy's most beloved heroes the ending he deserves. Throughout Commander Shepard's quest to halt the advance of The Reapers, the stalwart human encounters many allies who wish to join his crusade against an unstoppable force. One such person is Thane Krios, a Drell assassin, who is revealed to be dying of a terminal illness and ultimately sacrifices himself for the greater good.

is a massive game with all kinds of quests to complete, and players looking to complete everything this game has to offer truly by grilling every type of meat. Grilling, which can be done at any campfire across the land if you have a Camping Kit, will cook any raw meat you pick up from an enemy or wildlife. Meat can also be scavenged from townspeople's homes and will rot over time.

After escaping the excavation site of The Hole, the Arisen will meet Ulrika in the village of Melve. is home to many villages, yet Melve is unique in being the place where everything starts. Here is where the Arisen loses their heart to the Dragon after sacrificing themselves for Ulrika, and where The Warden nurses the player character's wounds. It is also where one receives this information through a flashback, informing them of how their status of becoming the Arisen came to be.

A new gameplay mechanic mentioned in 2.2 leaks has the potential to change the game forever if it ends up being true. Currently, the game is entering Version 2.1, following the release of Penacony earlier this year. While players are being introduced to three new characters in 2.1, as well as more main story quests and plenty of events, leakers are already setting their sights on the upcoming patches, and several reliable details are arising from the rumored pieces of information.

players who find themselves constantly running out of Stratagems need not fear as the community has discovered a way of calling in air support for free. In order to push back the hordes of Automatons and Terminids besieging the galaxy, Helldivers need more than just their standard-issue firearms; to really stand a chance, they've got to call in the big guns. The problem with that is that these Strategems all work on a cooldown meaning it's possible to be caught out without the ability to call in additional support.

There are multiple endings in , but the true ending adds extra challenges and fights. However, finding it can be confusing, as the normal ending can feel like an endless loop.

One of the most interesting bosses in is the Sphinx, a creature who you can either beat in a typical fight or by solving their various riddles. This charming creature is completely optional, only appearing to those ready to test their wits. One wrong answer to the Sphinx can spell disaster, so you have to think carefully about this boss' questions if you want to survive.

does not have traditional fast travel, but instead uses special items called Portcrystals to transport your character to different locations. Unlike Griffons or Oxcarts, this method of transportation is instant, taking you to places without the risks of the road. Getting more Portcrystals will allow you to cut down on travel time as you try to complete different quests throughout your adventure.

The excitement around has run into some huge roadblocks thanks to performance issues and more, but the community has concocted one memorable solution to uncomfortably low framerates. Following up on the cult status of the original game, caters to a core audience with dynamic combat possibilities and a focus on avoiding common frustrations with the design of modern RPGs. Although it's easy to appreciate all of this in terms of game design, the release simply hasn't made the process of ignoring the problems particularly easy.

There are three distinct endings to , but two are rather underwhelming by design. Capcom's RPG is the long-awaited sequel to 2012's, and shares much of its identity, including the themes which come to a head in 's conclusions. As the title suggests, deals directly with the dogma of the series' universe, putting the player at the center of a seemingly unending cycle to repeatedly delay the apocalypse at the hands of the Dragon.

A new character in 4.6 leaks are hinting at what may have major story implications, though the details are still very scarce. Although the game is currently in Version 4.5, there have been many leaks and rumors about 4.6. Most are centered around the new and highly-anticipated playable character known as Arlecchino, while a few others detail the addition of a new area, as well as a new world boss and even the planned events and quality-of-life updates. Now, however, a new Version 4.6 leak has arisen, detailing story elements.

offers players the ability to defeat their enemies in a myriad of ways. Some can simply be talked into defeating themselves, while others can end up too close to a cliff, ready to be shoved into the depths of an insta-killing chasm. Whether it be through spell, sword or gravity, Larian Studio's game of the year winner proves that it is as creative as their players when it comes to its combat encounters.

might not feature Harry Potter or his friends directly, being set long before they were born. However, it does contain references to elements from the books that didn't even make it into the movies. Naturally, it's difficult to fit the contents of an entire book into a single movie, but video games offer a way to add details in the background in ways that movies can't always manage. This includes adding in a mystery character that could be considered a gentle giant that enjoys a bit of humor now and again.

An upcoming update to Xbox consoles could finally make it possible to address some key graphical and performance shortcomings in major titles like , and it won't even require a hardware upgrade to do it. The standard for mid-generation updated models established with the PS4 Pro and Xbox One X has seemed like the obvious solution to keep hardware capable of running increasingly challenging games, but it can force owners of the original consoles to play compromised versions. The right software updates, however, have the chance to improve the play experience for everyone already invested in the ecosystem.

The Warfarer is an Advanced Vocation you can unlock in that lets you equip any of the weapons or abilities of other classes. Even though this archetype has lower base stats than other Vocations, using every class' skills makes the Warfarer perhaps the most versatile profession in the game. You'll have to complete a quest for the right NPC to make Warfarer available for your characters.

While the community speculates as to why Larian Studios isn't developing any DLC or major expansions for the game, CEO Swen Vincke clarifies why the team ultimately landed on the decision. Following the game's 1.0 launch in late 2023, players were quick to request some kind of expansion that would wrap up a couple of dangling plot threads and provide even more adventures for Tav and their party. Unfortunately, that won't be the case, and while some future updates will include some much-requested features, a substantial add-on isn't happening.

With the new release of the long-awaited sequel, , comes 10 versatile Vocations to choose from. Each vocation entails different abilities, strengths (and weaknesses) to suit different playstyles. You can select from four Starter Vocations for your character during Character Creation, and subsequently, your main Pawn after the tutorial.

has captivated the gaming community and its charming, if overzealous, attitude toward democracy has helped it become one of the biggest games of 2024. With its addictive gameplay, hilarious propaganda, and ability to not take itself too seriously, droves of players have joined the ranks of the. Developer Arrowhead Game Studios has continued to work on its prized title since release, promising more content to come.

As players wait on any kind of update regarding ,the latest update regarding the game's development has left the community with more questions than answers. Starting off life as an expansion to the original, which is widely regarded as one of the best games of the past decade, developer Team Cherry has provided very little information on the sequel, leading to a substantial amount of frustration from enthusiasts. As the game's absence slowly turns into a meme, the most recent news on its progress does nothing to satiate fans' curiosity.

Open-world fantasy games like and invite players to explore landscapes filled with magic, myth, and adventure. With an often tremendous sense of freedom, players can choose where they go, what they do, and how they tackle challenges. The world exploration is filled with fantasy tropes, towering castles, mythical creatures, magic systems, and epic quests, where the joy of discovery is a major appeal. Players can wander through enchanted forests, stumble upon hidden dungeons, or climb mountains; there's always something new to find around the next corner.

’s 1.6 update packs a lot of exciting changes into the farming and life simulation title, but there’s one in particular that could carry the future of the game on its shoulders. Ever since its release in 2016, has received a lot of support from its solo developer ConcernedApe, making what was already a polished experience at launch even better and more robust. Although the future is more likely to be focused on ConcernedApe’s next title,, it’s hard to ask for much more than what has already provided.

One of the Advanced Vocations you can unlock in is the Magick Archer, a class that uses powerful spells to create unique ranged attacks to destroy your enemies. Characters with this profession wield a stringless bow that fires magical arrows at different targets. These arrows can hone in on a monster's weak points, heal allies, and even make large Area of Effect (AoE) attacks against enemy groups.

Players all across the known galaxy converge on certain planets under the name of spreading Managed Democracy in the game Through immersive and organic storytelling reminiscent of the enigmatic gamemaster known as Joel shapes the greater narrative of the game as players contend with hordes of bugs and bots. One way Arrowhead Game Studios directs story efforts is by issuing Major Orders. These missions direct the overall strategy and aims of the playerbase.

It should be no surprise that, with all its details, houses many secrets. Larian Studios has filled their award-winning game with hundreds of pieces of armor, some requiring the felling of powerful bosses or monumental sums of gold to acquire. Much like many of these items are magical by nature and are well-sought after during a playthrough, but very few can be forged using a seemingly useless item.

Update 1.6 for added a ton of items, including the crafting material Moss that you can get and use in a few new crafting recipes. This item isn't hard to find, but knowing how much you need as a building block can be tricky. You'll want to collect as much Moss as you can, so you can have plenty of it in your inventory to create other items.

Over the past few years, there have been a few examples of video games with disastrous launches managing to make a comeback after putting in a lot of work and listening to the feedback of the gaming community. Games like and are examples of this, where, after a disappointing release, the developers did not give up and were able to turn things around and craft incredible experiences. Now, these games are known not only for their success story but are incredibly popular and fun forms of entertainment.

The vast amount of stories you can enact with different characters in also includes iconic settings in the Game Pack. Several cheats you can activate with this expansion allow you to expand upon an adventure reminiscent of a galaxy far, far away. The right codes can unlock your creativity to give life to fascinating ideas set in a legendary universe.

has been a staple of the sandbox genre for over a decade. New players are constantly starting new worlds, seeking to explore and build something new. Often, they will spawn into a random world seed for an unknown challenge, but some prefer to start with something familiar. If you're looking for a particular sort of seed, there are some high-quality seeds to play with.

The update of added Nightclub properties that you can purchase as a way to generate money and increase your character's popularity. These are arguably the most expensive places to own in the game, with tons of start-up costs and maintenance fees. Beyond the visual appeal, a Nightclub has multiple uses as a place that can store your vehicles and offer various missions.

Like many open world RPGs, is home to many collectibles, some more useful than others, which an Arisen and their company of Pawns can pick up as they adventure. These range from foods, to help recover health, to ingredients for crafting, like Noonbloom or Moonglow. Although most items have self-explanatory uses, the Golden Trove Beetle, despite its reasonable abundance throughout 's map, has a very specific utility and is definitely one to look out for.

The latest update to added a lot of changes, including even a new farm, and among the list of content that was added were many new items for players to discover in the game. From decorative things such as new wallpapers and furniture, to impressive new machinery to make a farm into a high-profit operation, 1.6 has a bit of everything. Of course, players are also now able to put hats on cats and dogs, which should deserve at least a mention among the coolest items in the new 1.6 update.

Closely examining the tiniest details can reveal the biggest story spoilers in . Though a partially open-world game, with certain sets of quests that can be completed in any order, is surprisingly linear. The main plot points of its three acts are deliberately paced, with certain information designed only to be revealed during pivotal dialogue scenes. While there's plenty of foreshadowing, and minor hints scattered throughout each area, it can sometimes be hard to put the pieces together before the big reveal.

Some cryptic new information has surfaced regarding ’s level cap. The Galactic War presents endless challenges for everybody, no matter their level of experience, and the state of the galaxy is constantly evolving as well. One of the aspects of the game that has remained consistent so far is its maximum level, but there are indications that this will soon change.

The FPS genre is one of gaming's biggest and oldest. As a result, there have been many FPS titles throughout the decades, from the id Software giants, which started the genre back in the 90s, to the modern-day behemoths such as and Like with any genre in gaming, there are those that stand out above the others. In a market as saturated as the FPS genre, they have to or be lost to time as just another shooter with little to offer.

There are several 4.6 leaks and rumors circulating ahead of the update’s release later in April, a lot of which seem reliable enough to believe – even if with a grain of salt. Leaks have been a consistent problem for developer HoYoverse and have been happening in virtually every Version of the game. Now, with Version 4.6 building up to be a larger update that is not only officially confirmed to add one of the most anticipated characters, but also speculated to integrate a lot of new playable content, leaks have been abundant.

If you want to store resources in , you might want to craft a wooden box crate at some point. Since you require many resources to craft basic items, your inventory can get full relatively fast, and you really can't get rid of things as they are essential in a post-apocalyptic setting. So, for such situations, you will need to craft a wooden box crate to free up space in your inventory and keep your loot safely stashed in your base.

Finding the location of various merchants is extremely important in any game, including all those that appear in . There are fewer vendors than in previous FromSoftware titles, but the important items these NPCs sell can be the key to victory over challenging bosses. Ranging from healing upgrades to valuable consumables, you'll want to find every one of these hidden characters.

For some players, can be a challenging game, but there is a way to turn on some cheats and make the experience a bit easier. Gameplay and even some major boss fights can be quite difficult to beat, so there is a way to turn on some cheats from the in-game menu. This means you do not have to download any external program to make your experience slightly easier, as the options are available within the game.

Open-world RPGs are particularly prone to setting players loose in the world even after beating the game, but the story of has a certain finality to it, complicating the matter. The long-awaited sequel is also something of an outlier, with plenty of idiosyncrasies in both its setting and gameplay. Without venturing into heavy spoilers – and with plenty of forewarning when approaching the broad strokes of certain endings below – these oddities contribute to numerous ways to potentially play after beating it.

has a few buffs that feel overpowered, but it seems like not all of them are intentionally included in the game, and there's one buff that might be a bug that's only available during an Honour Mode playthrough. But since it's available at all in Honour Mode and gives any affected party members all the resistances that Gerringothe Thorm has, this is one bug worth pursuing.

has just been released, and along with it comes a large, open-world map filled with content. The original, released in 2012, took place on the sprawling island of Gransys, which was quite big in its own regard. That said, ups the ante and features an even larger map, taking place in the two new regions of Vermund and Battahl, with a host of other new locations and towns added to the game.

As progresses and sees more updates to both help and harm Helldivers, the Automatons may be about to unleash the worst enemy yet. already has a handful of powerful enemies in both factions, like the Bile Titan or Hulk that strike fear in the hearts of players. Many of these tough enemies are heavily armored units that are not easy to kill but can easily kill Super Earth's Helldivers. Luckily, new weapons and timely balance changes have helped lessen the strain that harder difficulties were causing.

's omnipresent narrator may have found their way into the hearts of the game's community, but Larian Studios briefly flirted with bringing in an exceptionally experienced Dungeon Master to dictate the experience. Through players' adventures through the Forgotten Realms, the voice of the narrator, played by veteran actor Amelia Tyler, accompanies every major decision and moment in the story, chronicling every action and choice. While Tyler has earned plenty of praise for her performance, one of the most beloved content creators almost took on the role.

After over a decade of waiting, is finally in players' hands but the game's launch has unfortunately been marred by the surprise reveal that it contains a wealth of microtransactions. The original game in Capcom's fantasy RPG franchise garnered plenty of fans in the years after its release for offering a unique action experience unlike anything else at the time. In the 12 years since its launch, the community begged for a sequel but now that it's finally here, players are more frustrated than excited.

Pawns are great for a little extra storage space in , but it's not immediately clear what happens to the items they're given. Via the Pawn system in , players are able both to create a permanent Main Pawn, and to hire two additional Pawns from an extensive menu of community creations. Pawns have many uses — their primary purposes are to aid the player character in combat and offer situational advice, but they can also hang onto any spare items beyond the Arisen's carrying capacity.

offers an abundance of loot, including spell scrolls, gold, rare armor, and powerful weapons. As the game progresses, loot becomes increasingly valuable and worth seeking out. With countless treasure chests scattered around hidden areas awaiting discovery, players can easily miss some of the game's most precious items.

Vocations in are greatly different from one another, but nowhere is this more apparent than the Trickster, an archetype you can unlock alongside the base classes. Tricksters are masters of illusion magic, fooling enemies with smokescreens produced by their unique Censer weapon. This class tends to avoid fighting directly as they strengthen their allies and confuse their opponents.

With the arrival of the long-awaited 1.6 update, there's never been a better time to play. Since the game's release in 2016, several updates have added an impressive amount of new content for players to experience. However, the game gives you lots to do and it can often be difficult to figure out where to begin.