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The latest addition to the Pokémon Center’s lineup of plush pocket monsters is unreasonably large and expensive. This massive Slowpoke weighs in at a little over 17 pounds, is 26-inches tall and 59-inches long, which is pretty close to the real deal. This Pokémon Center-exclusive doesn’t ship until November, but if you’ve got the room to accommodate this life-size plush, you can currently pre-order one for $450.

April 29’s answer isn’t as complicated as some of the solutions from the previous week and can be solved in six attempts if players are careful. The answer contains only one vowel; however, finding its correct position isn’t quite necessary. Finding the other letters and their correct positions is of more importance as the vowels become quite obvious after finding them.

Mizora is a cambion, which means that if you 'kill' her, she'll just reawaken in Avernus. So, if you want to break Wyll's pact with her in Baldur's Gate 3, lopping off her head isn't an option.

April 28’s answer shouldn’t be too hard to guess as the answer is a popular type of plum with a wrinkled appearance. The answer also contains two vowels that shouldn’t be too hard to discover if you use your regular starting words. However, finding their correct positions could take a few attempts unless players use hints or our suggested starting words.

PlayStation 5 owners who are looking for the next game to play or are searching for titles to add to their collection should check out the offers in Best Buy’s PS5 game sale. With games that span across all genres and prices that start at $10, you wouldn’t want to miss the bargains here, and we’ve picked out our favorites to help you make a quick decision on what to buy. Feel free to browse through the dozens of PS5 games that are available in the sale, but you’ll still have to act fast because there’s no telling until when these discounts will stay online.

Another week, another Pokémon Go raid – this time, it’s Mega Aggron.

We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)

Sixteen months after first being revealed to the world, the new Fallout 4 next-gen update has arrived on console.

Fallout is more popular than ever, and that's all down to Lucy and the gang's trek through post-apocalyptic Los Angeles in Amazon's TV show. It's convinced more people than ever to check out the series for the first time, with many confused as to which game they should start with. Fallout New Vegas is as good a place as any, widely considered the best in the series, but just be aware that the fanbase is full of evil, cruel individuals.

A wallet busting array of PS5 and PS4 games have been discounted in Sony’s latest PS Store sale, with over 1,500 titles up for grabs at up to 80 per cent off. Highlights include Monster Hunter Rise and Resident Evil 4 for record lows of just £8.24 and £15.05 respectively. The offers will run through 8th May.

Six years on from its initial release, Fallout 76 has plenty to do, giving it quite the large trophy and achievements roster — and we’ll go over the whole list in our guide.

With the Fallout TV series reaching new audiences and renewing interest in the games, we at RadioTimes.com thought it prudent to explain the Fallout 4 perks and skills system, as well as go over which to choose on the chart and why.

Fallout 76’s online multiplayer nature firmly separates it from other games in the series.

April 22’s answer shouldn’t be too complicated to solve, but players should still exercise caution in their first few attempts. Since the answer has two vowels, it could get complicated if players keep using random guesses and waste their first few attempts. But if you use some hints or a different mode, you might have an upper hand from the very first attempt.

Using cheat codes in games such as Pokémon Black 2 is hardly new. Let’s face it, Pokémon games can be tough at times, and so getting a little help is not something you should feel guilty about.

What's the best Fallout game to start with if you're looking to explore the post-apocalyptic franchise for the first time? If you're new to the series — perhaps you've just watched the Fallout Amazon live action adaptation — then you have a number of options available to you. In this Fallout beginner's guide, we're going to break these options down and help you decide on the Fallout game that's best for you.

We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)

Huawei did not reveal much about the Kirin 9010, but the company could do little when it comes to controlling information after it officially announced the Pura 70 series. Compared to the Kirin 9000S that debuted in the Mate 60 family last year, the Kirin 9010 is a noteworthy upgrade, offering a 12-core configuration, along with other changes, as you will soon find out.

After the early access launch trailer, Moon Studios has now released the PC system requirements for the action RPG No Rest for the Wicked. There's a very big difference between minimum and recommended, to say the least.

Upon starting the game, you're told to fill out your Fallout 4 registration form, which has you spending a set number of points on a selection of stats – known as SPECIAL.

If your thirst for post-apocalyptic mayhem is not quenched by Fallout 4's huge runtime then you will be pleased to learn there are several add-ons and downloadable content packages to work through.

The Magic Rod is one of the most flexible and versatile weapons in, making it an essential part of Link’s arsenal. The Magic Rod is generally unremarkable in its base form, with low durability and damage. However, by using Link’s Fuse ability, you can transform it into a powerful all-purpose weapon.

April 17’s answer might cause a few players to lose their daily streak if they don’t use hints at some point. The answer contains two vowels and a repeating letter, which will cause problems from the very first attempt as they make up most of the letters in the answer. However, if you use some relevant hints, you might be able to tackle today’s puzzle without losing your streak.

The Xbox Series X, Microsoft’s current-generation video game console, is a powerful machine that will meet the needs of even the most demanding gamers. If you want it in your arsenal, or if you’re planning to upgrade from the Xbox One X, you’ll want to take advantage of Walmart’s $50 discount that pulls its price down to $449 from $499. With more than 500 units sold over the past 24 hours, we’re not sure how much time is remaining before stocks run out, so it’s highly recommended that you make your purchase immediately if you want to pocket the savings.

American comedy has strayed from the light of its ancestors. Gone are the days of Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and the Marx Brothers, when jokes and visual surprises flew at a mile a minute and were matched by the cinematic creativity and physical daring of the auteurs behind them.

As part of the Bug Out Event, Kleavor and their big axe hands have caught the eye of many — and we’ve got how to get them in Pokémon Go, as well as what counters we would recommend to take advantage of their weaknesses in raids.

The Fallout TV series just released on Amazon Prime, and it’s one of the best video game adaptations out there. It perfectly captures the tense, humorous feel of the postapocalyptic video game series while telling a new story with original characters. If you’ve just watched the show, you’re probably itching to play a Fallout title again or check out one of the games the series is based on for the first time. Thankfully, if you’re subscribed to one of the major video game subscription services, that’s very easy to do.

A brand new and incredibly expensive Helldivers 2 Ship Module upgrade is currently bugged, while one developer recommends simply restarting the game. 

If you’ve spent most of your budget on gaming PC deals, you can still get a decent display for your setup with Best Buy’s offer for the 24-inch AOC G2 Series curved gaming monitor. From an already affordable sticker price of $210, it’s even cheaper at just $160 following a $50 discount. We’re not sure how much time is remaining on this bargain though, so if you think this budget-friendly monitor is perfect for you, it’s highly recommended that you complete the purchase as soon as possible.

A decent gaming PC usually costs more than $1,000, but you can get one for less than that today by taking advantage of Lenovo’s offer for the Lenovo Legion Tower 5 Gen 8. From its original price of $1,500, it’s down to a more affordable $994 following a 33% discount. There’s no telling how much time is remaining before you miss out on the $506 in savings, so if you’re interested in this deal, it’s highly recommended that you complete the transaction as fast as you can. Today if possible, because tomorrow may already be too late.

As the first game from Surgent Studios, looks to not only create a new universe for future art to take place in, but also serve as a love letter to Metroidvanias, African culture, and the very act of grieving for deceased loved ones. It's a gorgeous, fully realized world steeped in double meanings, vivid colors, and incredible music. For anyone who has lost a parent, it also hits incredibly close to home.

We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)

Unfortunately, the Automatons have returned, and are launching assaults on a host of new planets. Not only that, but new mission types are available, including a defense level, where players can use giant steel doors to box in enemies.

April 11’s answer will cause many players some confusion, as the solution is a very odd word that one would barely use. On top of the word's complexity, the answer contains three vowels, making it even harder for almost every player. Since the answer is a very rare word, we do not recommend using random guesses and instead recommend relying on hints and starting words that will give you some advantage.

The American Tabletop Awards, the United States’ answer to Germany’s Spiel des Jahres, is back for the sixth consecutive year. The annual award celebrates the very best in board gaming across four different categories, with dozens of games judged by a panel of industry experts who collaborate within a shared set of ethical guidelines. The result is a collection of 20 excellent games, with four winners overall. The categories mirror those of last year, and include titles best for Early Gamers, an assortment of Casual Games, more traditional Strategy Games, as well as Complex Games for more experienced players.

To find the White Sword of the Sky in , players must complete the «The quest. To help the Mother Goddess Statue, Link must travel across Hyrule to help the three Goddess Statues by bringing them Dragon Materials. In return for Link’s aid, the Mother Goddess Statue offers the White Sword of the Sky as a reward.

Stellar Blade players determined to use the action RPG's NSFW 'skin suit' or die trying are challenging themselves to beat the demo's boss without taking any damage, despite the game director's advice to remain clothed. 

April 10’s answer shouldn’t be an issue to solve for many players as the answer is a fairly common culinary term. However, there is still a chance that some players might need some help as the answer has only one vowel in the middle. Thankfully, there is no repeating letter, so players can also explore using a different mode that might give them an edge.

A new Helldivers 2 patch fixes plenty of in-game crashes, after developer Arrowhead had to recommend players let the game "rest" this past weekend due to persistent crashes.

Kingdom Death: Monster, among the highest-earning crowdfunded board games of all time, is a rare beast in part because of its price point, which currently stands at $420. It’s also because of production issues, meaning that the game has been out of print for long periods of time ever since its first run in 2015. But if you get the chance to actually play it, as I have, you’ll find the mechanics are quite literally to die for. The base game features complex monsters and elaborate turn-based battles, a potent crafting system, and a fascinating take on colony simulation. Beloved characters will die horribly and often, potentially putting an end to your campaign after scores of hours. Add to that mix dozens of the industry’s most gorgeous multi-part plastic miniatures and you can see why I once called it “the Everest of board games.”

Like yesterday, April 9’s answer is going to be tricky and could cause some players to lose their streak. The answer contains a repeating letter, and this time, they are not next to each other. What’s familiar with yesterday’s answer is that the repeating letter also happens to be a vowel. Repeating vowels is never fun, and guessing the correct positions can be tricky unless you use hints or strategic starting words.

Helldivers 2's ongoing Major Order has commanded soldiers to finally squash the mechanized Automatons on the western front, but unfortunately, frequent crashes threaten to jeopardize the weekend's operation, and one developer recommends letting the game "rest." 

All of us have gaming opinions that go against the grain or zeitgeist around certain titles. Oftentimes, it’s because your personal opinion on a title is negative — I was like that with Sonic Frontiers — but it can go in a more positive direction. For me, a game I’m a very positive outlier on is Back 4 Blood, a Left 4 Dead successor developed by Turtle Rock Studios and published by WB Games.

April 8’s answer is going to cause trouble for many players, and they are advised not to waste their attempts on random guesses. Since the answer features a repeating letter, the game does not give players enough information to use. What makes the puzzle even harder is that the repeating letters are vowels, making it even harder to solve the answer in six attempts.

April 7’s answer will be quite hard to guess as the word isn’t originally from the English language but is ubiquitous enough to be recognized after a few hints. The answer is hard to guess because it contains three vowels, which can be quite challenging to discover without any hints. But if you don’t want to waste your attempts on random guesses trying to find the vowels, it would be better to use a different mode.

The Stellar Blade demo is here - for real this time - and on top of offering satisfying parrying and dicing for action game fans, it's also turned out to deliver rock-solid technical performance that'll satisfy you no matter which side of the resolution versus frame rate divide you fall on.

Using one of the best Helldivers 2 weapons is a necessity in your quest to defend Super Earth, especially as you reach the highest Helldivers difficulty levels.

While April 6’s answer does not contain a repeating letter, it will still be quite hard for players to solve it in less than six attempts. While the answer does have a single vowel, finding it will be inconsequential to solving the answer. This is because the answer is the name of a bird that many players might not be familiar with, which is why it is recommended to use other methods to solve the answer.

Stellar Blade is launching exclusively on PS5 at the end of the month, on 26th of April, and anticipation is high amongst enthusiasts for the appealing action RPG. We love what we've played so far. Still, not an insignificant amount of attention is directed at the game due to its more aesthetic attributes and the many eye-catching outfits on offer for protagonist Eve.

While you should be prepared to spend some serious cash if you want to buy a powerful machine from gaming PC deals, it’s important to be on the lookout for as much savings as possible. At $300 off from Dell, the Alienware Aurora R16 is a great example, as instead of $2,800, you’ll only have to pay $2,500. It’s still not what you’d call affordable, but you’ll at least have extra funds that you can spend on monitor deals, accessories, and video games. We’re not sure how much time is remaining on this discount though, so if you want to take advantage of it, it’s highly recommended that you push through with the purchase immediately.

We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)

French games studio Mi-Clos has closed down after 14 years in business.

Palworld developer Pocketpair has released the biggest update to the game yet, adding its first raid boss, called Bellanoir, alongside a long list of new content.

We've prepared a guide for players interested in spamming dungeons to level in Phase 3 of Season of Discovery, which launches on April 4! For those interested, the dungeons recommended are Scarlet Monastery, Uldaman, and Zul'Farrak from level 40 to level 50. Dungeon Grinding Phase 3 Guide Below is an excerpt from the guide, covering the Scarlet Monastery section. The full guide also covers Uldaman and Zul'Farrak.

Stellar Blade's demo launched a few days ago, giving us a good idea as to how the game will play. From what we've seen from the trailers, most of us assumed that Stellar Blade was more of a hack and slash title, but it actually plays a lot more like a strange Sekiro/Nier Automata hybrid. It's pretty tough too, which isn't surprising given its inspirations, but there is one thing we can all do to make sure we don't make the game harder than it needs to be.

The recent warning issued by the Indian government has put Apple iPhone, iPad, MacBook, and Vision Pro headset users on high alert due to a critical vulnerability identified in their devices. The warning, issued by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), emphasizes the risk associated with remote code execution.

Stellar Blade's director has advised players to kit their Eve out with actual clothes, after revealing the 'Skin Suit' would punish players by reducing their damage-repelling capabilities.

April 4’s answer is a fairly common activity many people do in their daily routine. After using some hints, it shouldn’t be too hard to guess. But finding the answer can also be tricky since there is only one vowel and not much to go on afterward. In such situations, we recommend using some of our suggested starting words so that you can have a great start for today’s puzzle.

Samsung is one of the most recognized electronics brands. Samsung’s monitors are regularly in contention to be among the best monitors, and it even has several lineups of gaming monitors that are often among the best gaming monitors. Whether you need the prowess of a gaming monitor or simply more screen real estate to get your work done, Samsung is a great brand to turn to. This is true if you’re looking for some savings as well. There are a lot of Samsung monitor deals currently taking place, and we’ve tracked them all down. Reading onward you’ll find savings on 4K and Full HD Samsung monitor options, as well as on Samsung monitors geared specifically for gaming.

Blizzard announced in Phase 3 Season of Discovery, Maraudon, Zul'Farrak, and Blackrock Depths will be accessible to players. Additionally, we datamined some reitemized dungeon loot from these locations, which include many updates to spell power for damage dealers. Updated Dungeon Items in Phase 3

Quest rewards are a great source of gear as players level up and prepare to tackle the updated Sunken Temple raid, so we've released a new guide detailing the best quest rewards at level 50 in Phase 3 Season of Discovery! From Mark of the Chosen to the ever popular Carrot on a Stick, we break down dungeon quests, class quests, and more, to help you get a reliable reward. Best Quest Rewards in Phase 3 Many of these rewards will require you to complete quests that are normally recommended for characters closer to level 55 or even 60, which means you might need to put together a full group to complete the quests. On the other hand, some of the listed quests and rewards were already available in Phase 2 — but there are simply no better quest rewards at level 50.

Of the many gaming subscriptions out there, the $11.99 per month Humble Choice is one of the good ones. That’s partially because Choice lets you keep and play PC games you received through the service, even if you choose to unsubscribe later on (unlike Xbox and PlayStation’s respective subscriptions). There are other benefits that I’ll explain below, but I won’t bury the lede any further.

SanDisk continues to push the storage envelope with the 1.5TB Ultra, a microSD card that shares absolutely zero differences between other microSD cards sizewise but can somehow cram in tons of storage for you to use as you see fit. On top of that, the 1.5TB Ultra has impressive data transfer speeds, all the while being listed for $99.99 on Amazon. Now this is a terrific deal for those looking to expand their existing onboard memory to the next level and not have to worry about creating extra space by deleting existing files.s

Pokémon games today are just as relevant as they were at their inception almost three decades ago.

Much to the detriment of Super Earth's forces, Helldivers 2 players are now contending with deadly Automaton Gunships.

Enough time has passed to bring us to the next Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 season.

April 2024 will likely be one of the quieter months of the year in terms of new game releases, but it is also poised to be a very fulfilling one. Harold Halibut, a game over a decade in the making, will finally launch. Akira Toriyama’s underappreciated Sand Land will finally get a video game adaptation just over a month after its creator’s passing. RPG fans will be thriving with a new SaGa game and the long-awaited spiritual successor to Suikoden. It’s also quite a heavy re-release month, with remasters of Gigantic and Braid and multiplatform ports of two Xbox Game Studios titles also coming out.

You might think April 1’s answer is an April Fool’s joke, but it isn’t. In fact, it is one of the hardest words to guess, and if you don’t use hints at some point, you might even lose your daily streak. Luckily, there are ways to save your streak by using strategic starting words or clues to give you a fair idea about the answer.

Fortnite continues to be one of the most popular games in the world, with a strong competitive scene, and like any competitive game, players want every possible advantage they can get. One of the best ways to improve your chances of winning is to tweak the game’s settings so it runs at higher frame rates, lowering your input lag and helping you to react faster.

March 31’s answer is going to be slightly harder than the rest of the week, and you need to be careful before proceeding. The answer contains three vowels, which is hard enough to discover. However, one of them is also a repeating letter. In such cases, it is recommended to use hints or starting words that won’t let you waste your attempts on random guesses.

The Sphinx riddles in Dragon's Dogma 2 make up one of the most demanding side quests in the whole game, so you need to have your wits about you.

If you’re a fan of the series, solving March 30’s might not be that hard for you. The answer is a ubiquitous word used in the daily lexicon and contains two vowels that you will need to find. Solving today's answer shouldn’t take six attempts, but players who need help can always use hints to complete it in less than six attempts.

If you're playing Alone in the Dark, by now you've probably encountered the Talisman puzzles in the game.

We love movie recommendations here at Polygon. Whether it’s horror, sci-fi, action, comedy, thrillers, or just the best of the year, we’re always trying to introduce readers to new and exciting movies they’ll love. But now we want to find the perfect movie for you. (That’s you.)

Planning vacations just got easier with Google's latest update. Now, you can use artificial intelligence (AI) to create travel itineraries for your trips. Google announced this new feature, called Search Generative Experience (SGE), which helps users plan their journeys using AI. It gathers ideas from various websites, along with reviews and photos from users, to suggest attractions, restaurants, flights, and hotels for your trip.

Tyler “Ninja” Belvins may no longer be the leading force in eSports and, in particular, Fortnite, but he remains among the the most-followed Twitch streamers out there.

One of our favorite gaming monitors is the 27-inch LG UltraGear 27GL83A-B. The reason why we’re reminding you of that is because this monitor currently costs less than it did during one of 2023’s biggest sale events, Prime Day. Originally $299.99, this 1440p gaming monitor has been discounted to just $209.99, presumably for a limited time. While this flat panel IPS monitor has sold for a bit less in the past ($199.99), we’d still recommend giving this deal a look if you’ve been looking to upgrade your 1080p display.

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, the ladies of IGN got together to discuss all of the shows, games, and movies we’re loving right now. There were no rules or regulations, simply a group of women talking about what makes their hearts shine right now. Consider this a list of recommendations from the leading ladies from all corners of IGN, whether it be video, news, features, sales, production, syndication, or events!

Little Alchemy is a curious free-to-play puzzle game where you combine elements to create almost anything you wish. Yes, anything, including the atomic giant lizard Godzilla.

Nowadays, eSports is a relatively common, largely respected, career, but there was a time when video game streamers were few and far between. In those days, Ninja reigned supreme.