https://www.thegamer.com From the best weapons to which titles are the best in a genre or on a platform, TheGamer's dedicated team of list writers will scrutinize the biggest and best triple-A games for your entertainment. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:45:16 GMT en-US hourly 60 If you were to sit down and watch every Star Wars movie and series back-to-back, you'd be there for over a week. This is because there are so many tales to tell in this epic sci-fi universe. And many of them are quite lengthy.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/longest-star-wars-games/ Every now and then a game comes out and does something revolutionary. Something that changes things for future games. These can be small, under the hood elements that some gamers might not notice. Or larger, more obvious elements like mechanics and features.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 23:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-underused-game-mechanics-features-list/ Ghostwire: Tokyo is the perfect blend of traditional Japanese folklore set in 21st-century Japan. In other words, while playing the latest game from The Evil Within 2 developer Tango Gameworks, it often feels like Jujutsu Kaisen has come to life as a video game. Akito and KK's adventure in a Tokyo infested with Visitors leads to some fascinating side quests. But it's their encounters with some particularly horrifying yokai that truly make this game stand out.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 23:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/ghostwire-tokyo-all-scary-bosses-ranked/ Enter the whimsical and wacky world of Adventure Time with video games that embody the popular animated TV series’ charm. Experience a magical journey through stunning locations with immersive soundtracks that take you to the heart of the action. Battle the toughest enemies, and save the day or spend your time playing cards.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 21:01:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-adventure-time-video-games/ There are plenty of classic enemy designs in gaming. Evil goblins, invading aliens, and unfeeling robots are all found in countless games throughout generations, just as varied as the heroes fighting them. One such enemy that also makes a classic and easily hated villain is the demon.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 20:45:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-video-game-demon-designs/ There seems to be an infinite amount of video games, spread throughout tons of different genres. You can cozy up and play a town management game, or focus on saving the world in a classic JRPG. Not all video game stories are created equal though. So, which games have the best storyline?

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 20:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/switch-games-with-the-best-storylines/ It’s no surprise that Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom has gone on to become one of Nintendo’s fastest-selling games. The reveal of Link’s newest ability, which involves fusing items to make new weapons and vehicles, has breathed new life into the creativity of the franchise. This ambitious design decision has had everyone running wild with inventive new creations that showcase a vast variety of ways to tackle this new mechanical approach to problem-solving.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 20:01:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-games-similar-puzzles/ The PC-Console war is one that's raged on since the birth of the "Gaming PC." On one hand, the dedicated nature of consoles makes them more cost-effective than computers, but on the other, they perpetuate anti-consumer policies (like online multiplayer subscriptions) while bearing increasingly piddly libraries every generation.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/controller-to-mouse-and-keyboard-tips-tricks/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom kicks things up a notch compared to Breath of the Wild. Take all of your skills from the prior game, and that still won't be enough to ensure your survival in this new and dangerous Hyrule. Whether it's the infested land, the unfamiliar sky islands, or the Depths that lurk below, this game will throw a lot at you.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 19:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-ways-to-make-the-game-harder-difficult-challenge/ The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is one of the most exciting, boundary-breaking games to come from Nintendo in years. By returning to the series' roots as a free-roaming, adventure, Nintendo did the impossible: reinvent a franchise that many had come to feel was staid, predictable, and even boring.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 18:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/botw-secrets/ Persona 5 Royal has so many things on offer for players amid dozens of hours of content, and it wouldn’t be a JRPG if you couldn’t date several of your friends along the way. In Persona 5, dating is entirely optional, but there are a handful of characters with whom you can form this special relationship.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:45:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/persona-5-royal-romance-options-p5r-romance-guide/ Want to add a little spice to your weapons in Dead Island 2? The fastest way is to add perks to them. Perks modify the way your weapon works by introducing new properties. A perk might help you regain health, another may increase your damage, and one might completely change the way a weapon feels.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 17:00:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dead-island-2-best-perks-ranked/ Xbox Game Pass is the best deal in gaming providing hundreds of games at a manageable monthly cost. There is something for everyone on the service, from great open-world games to the best co-op games. There are a lot of games for racing fans as well, ranging from retro to modern hits, Microsoft is dishing out quality racing games for their Xbox Game Pass subscribers.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 16:30:26 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/xbox-game-pass-best-racing-games/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom lets fans run wild with all sorts of tools and devices, leading to a series of incredible creations being posted online for everyone to see, be impressed by, or laugh at the ridiculous freedom that we have in this torn apart Hyrule.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:30:22 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-zeldabuildsgg-best-community-builds-creations/ Phasmophobia took the world by storm for its ability to be a serious horror game and also a comedic adventure with your favorite group of friends. People love to be scared and feel a thrill, whether it's watching ghost hunters on TV or riding a roller coaster. Phasmophobia let regular folk be the ones in control.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 15:00:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/phasmophobia-similar-horror-games/ The Legend of Zelda is one of the longest-running series in the industry and has featured a slew of exciting mainline titles, compelling spin offs, and so much more. Each new entry includes new mechanics, characters, and locations that make every adventure in Hyrule one to remember.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-games-legend-of-zelda-crossover/ Getting a good weapon in Dead Island 2 is easy. Bash some heads in and the zombie is bound to drop an epic weapon. This is where the game gets interesting, standard epic weapons are great at doing raw damage. But the game is about cooking, dissolving, throwing, and even electrocuting zombies.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dead-island-2-best-weapon-mods-ranked/ There are a lot of items in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and it can be easy to lose track of what you have or what things do. Some items like Bomb Flowers and Zonai Carts see more than their fair share of use, while others fall to the wayside and are completely forgotten.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 13:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-totk-useful-missable-items/ Video game voice actors often go unnoticed for their contributions to a game's success. Unlike movie and television shows in which actors - animated or live-action - get top billing, most games don't highlight the contributions of their voice casts.

]]> Wed, 31 May 2023 12:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-totk-character-voice-actor-actress/ Nintendo never failed to provide us with great sports games, and the Tennis one is among the most underrated sports simulators out there. How can you say you're a true Nintendo fan if you haven't played the Tennis minigame in Wii Sports? But the times have changed, and it's time to usher in a new era of Nintendo tennis games.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 22:16:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/nintendo-switch-best-tennis-games/ The Xbox Series X/S is home to a litany of great games, from the biggest triple-A experiences to smaller indie projects. However, not every Xbox owner out there might be willing or able to cough up the dough to get all the best titles. Thankfully, the console also offers quite a number of brilliant free-to-play games.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 21:30:23 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/xbox-series-xs-best-free-games/ Are you a hardcore trophy collector and just picked up Marvel's Spider-Man for the first time? Well, you came to the right place! Trophy hunting can be hard work. It can be even harder due to the fact that you might not even know what you're looking for because of those pesky hidden trophies.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 21:30:23 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/marvel-spider-man-hidden-trophies/ Roguery is a unique skill in Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord. It offers a different playstyle for a medieval setting revolving around banditry, deceit, and greed, and it can be a valuable skill for any character.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 21:00:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mount-blade-2-bannerlord-best-roguery-perks-list/ Street Fighter: Duel may still be a relatively new game, meaning the absolute best team compositions are still in some level of flux, especially with updates, but some people have found the best of the best. What makes a solid team will vary, but when it comes to making a great fire team, your choices are admittedly limited.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:45:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/street-fighter-duel-fire-team-compositions-best/ Shields, like swords, are a staple of any Zelda game, and Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is no exception. There's a total of 36 shields in the game, with a range of defensive values, and at some point, you'll probably end up trying most of them out.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 20:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-totk-best-shields/ If you ask any fan of the Legend of Zelda series what their own favorite dungeon is, you’re bound to get an absolute buffet of different answers. In the almost 40 years since the series’ inception, we’ve been battling our way through different elements and terrifying beasts, with help from fun equipment and some intriguing friends along the way.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 19:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-best-zelda-dungeons-ranked/ Tunics play a special role in the Zelda series. Every outfit Link has is iconic, and fans are clambering for more games that let you dress Link up. Breath of the Wild scratched that itch with a rake with several new, iconic, and sincerely useful armor sets.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 18:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-armor-sets-in-the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-ranked/ Fighting games have been a staple since the early days of gaming, and they've been evolving with every generation. They may seem simple to those who aren't familiar with them, but there's a lot of time and effort you have to put in to truly master just one fighting game character, let alone multiple.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/playstation-5-ps5-best-fighting-games/ Within Mortal Kombat, each Kombatant possesses distinct qualities, strengths, and personalities that can harmonize with various astrological signs. Whether you're a pragmatic Virgo or an empathetic Pisces, fear not, for there exists a fighter tailored to your cosmic calling.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mortal-kombat-character-based-on-zodiac-sign/ In The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Zelda has commandeered the house you bought and fixed up in Hateno Village in Breath of the Wild. Sure, you could still pretend like it's yours, but why would you do that when you can buy a plot of land and build your own house almost exactly how you want it?

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-rooms-for-your-house/ As you progress through Street Fighter: Duel, you’ll begin to unlock a variety of EX Moves. These moves are something that you can activate after brief cooldown periods in an effort to add an extra dynamic layer to your battles.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/street-fighter-duel-best-ex-moves/ If you’ve been finding yourself drifting into the world of fighting games - or even more excitingly, competitive fighting games - you may come across a few unique phrases that just don’t make sense. Whether completely unique or fun terms that have had their meaning shifted completely, there are plenty of terms and phrases you’ll only hear in fighting games.

]]> Tue, 30 May 2023 12:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/terms-you-only-hear-in-fighting-games/ Many games feature gorgeous cathedrals and fictional churches with stunning architecture. But there are also a lot of notable shrines in gaming that we remember vividly, whether for their significance or aesthetic. If you don't know these shrines for either of those things, then you most likely do because of their generous rewards.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 23:45:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-shrines-in-video-games/ Xbox Game Pass is a subscription service that offers many wonderful games from all different genres. So, of course, there is a healthy amount of RPGs available on the service. There are traditional RPGs, action RPGS, and even several JRPGs you can install using Game Pass. Therefore, there is something for every type of role-playing game fan.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 22:16:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/xbox-game-pass-best-rpgs/ Mobile spin-offs of popular triple-A titles conveniently bring some of your favorite series straight to your pockets. Sometimes your console can't come with you, and a free mobile version sounds like a much better deal than a pricey Steam Deck or Nintendo Switch. And that's probably why some are the most downloaded.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mobile-games-popular-series-spin-offs/ When given proper attention and the right secondary jobs, Hikari is undoubtedly the most powerful martial fighter in Octopath Traveler 2. Under the right circumstances and with the right secondary job, he can deal over 99,999 damage in a single turn, and he can one-shot enemies and break high-number shields in a single move.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/octopath-traveler-2-best-hikari-abilities/ One of the main features of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is your ability to build vehicles and devices. These custom creations can range from simple rafts to large flying contraptions. Regardless of the grandness of your creation, you may eventually get tired of building the same thing over and over.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 19:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-schema-stone-location-depths/ Coming back from the original Total War: Warhammer, the Greenskins combine the small, cowardly goblins and the big, mean orcs into one rampaging force. With a long history and several expansions to their rosters through DLC, it can be difficult to know what to use in Total War: Warhammer 3's overwhelming Immortal Empires.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 19:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/total-war-warhammer-3-all-greenskin-units-ranked/ Farming Simulator 2022 strives to give you a true-to-life farming simulation experience. While it can be overwhelming for newcomers, veterans who have plowed enough fields and know every way to raise livestock need to pick up some of these mods the Farming Simulator community has created.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 18:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/farming-simulator-2022-best-mods/ The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom sees the Kingdom of Hyrule destroyed once again. After a Calamity, a return of the Calamtiy, and then the whole 'the Demon King is back' dealio, the people of Hyrule just can't catch a break.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 18:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-apocalypses-hyrule-should-face-next/ There have been a plethora of gripping RPGs and heart-pumping shooters over the decades. Various studios have explored the concept of overlapping these two rewarding genres by sprinkling light RPG elements into shooting games and vice-versa.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 17:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/greatest-role-playing-shooter-games/ The Minecraft Marketplace offers many maps, skins, and DLC for the Bedrock Edition of the game. This gives players, that play on the console and Windows 10 edition of Minecraft, plenty to do and add to their single-player and multiplayer worlds.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/minecraft-best-survival-spawns-marketplace/ While the Wii was notable for its shovelware and lack of quality control, it had a lot of great games, both first and third-party. Unfortunately, unlike the Wii U, which had most of its quality exclusives brought over to the Switch, the same can not be said for the original Wii.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 16:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wii-game-switch-remaster-remake-wishlist/ If you’re an esports hopeful, you may be looking for ways to improve at fighting games. Considering they are some of the most technical and demanding games you can play, no one could be blamed for wanting to improve, even casually.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 15:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/fighting-games-how-to-improve/ It can be difficult to discern what a video game's main genre is, due mostly to the fact that modern titles blend them all. For instance, it can be hard to figure out the difference between a traditional RPG and an action RPG (aRPG). Both tend to include skills trees, leveling up, rich worlds, combat of some kind, and plenty of gear to pick up.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-beginner-action-rpgs/ The irradiated hills of West Virginia are a rough place to eke out a living, but that's your goal in Fallout 76. Whether you're a good-hearted member of the settler factions or a deadly raider, you'll need some weapons to keep you alive when facing the horrors of post-apocalyptic Appalachia.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/fallout-76-best-bow-builds/ The world of Red Dead Redemption 2 is one of the most expansive worlds to run around in in any game. Rockstar presents a story showcasing a gang of outlaws trying to escape the law in the closing days of the Wild West. Can you redeem yourself or leave behind a legacy of pain?

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 13:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/red-dead-redemption-2-honor-changes-story/ One of the most prominent and important features of your Animal Crossing: New Horizons island is always your town tune, the jingle that plays when you interact with your islanders. Isabelle lets you customize your ACNH tunes, but thinking creatively can be tough if you’re not musically inclined.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 13:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/animal-crossing-new-horizons-acnh-island-tunes-best-town-tune-notes/ The world of Warhammer 40k: Boltgun is a grim and dark future full of terrors aplenty. Aliens, daemons, and everything in between all want to tear down the Imperium of Man. As one of the Emperor's finest space marines, you must destroy anything that threatens humanity.

]]> Mon, 29 May 2023 12:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/warhammer-40k-boltgun-best-weapons/ The list of Elden Ring’s Curved Swords contains weapons with some extremely niche effects, several of which are exceptionally powerful, while others are… less so. Looked at as a group, they are extremely strong, dealing good damage and causing rapid status buildup, especially when dual-wielding.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 23:31:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/elden-ring-best-curved-swords-list/ Grounded's evolving map and features are tweaked with each new update, further deepening the already rich survival experience. Each new content drop brings in new ways to play, although choosing where to place your base has remained relatively unchanged. There are still top choices for a successful base.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 22:31:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/grounded-best-base-locations/ You might think Straight Swords would be the most basic of all weapon types in Elden Ring. After all, when imagining a medieval weapon, the simple sword is probably the first to come to mind. However, Elden Ring’s Straight Swords actually have some of the more unique designs in the game.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 21:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/elden-ring-best-straight-swords/ The adrenaline is always high when playing through any of the entries in the Resident Evil series. Mindless zombies don’t seem so frightening at times… that is, until you’ve experienced the mutilated, virus-infected organisms Capcom calls zombies.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/resident-evil-scariest-moments/ The walking simulator genre is perhaps the most divisive in gaming. Detractors take issue with the sometimes limited interactivity you get in these sort of titles. However, fans of the genre appreciate how the best walking simulators are able to keep their attention without the inclusion of an abundance of gameplay mechanics.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 20:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-walking-simulators-xbox-game-pass/ Grass-type is one of the most common and popular Pokemon types. One starter Pokemon from every Generation is always a Grass-type too. That hasn't changed in Pokemon Scarlet & Violet, with Sprigatito as an option.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 19:40:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-best-grass-types/ Since the success of the Super Mario Bros movie, fans have been wondering what other beloved Nintendo franchises could have their own film. From Metroid to Star Fox, there are definitely a number of options for Nintendo to go. But one of the most speculated series that could be eyed for a film is The Legend Of Zelda.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 19:31:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-movie-adaption-film-wishlist/ As everyone is combing through every inch of Hyrule once again, thanks to the release of The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom, completionists are looking for the best way to do their thing. A vital aspect of some sprawling open-world games is a compendium, and Tears Of The Kingdom is no different.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 19:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-compendium-photo-tips-tricks/ Injustice 2 is one of the best fighting games to come out in years, bursting at the seams with both single and multiplayer content. NetherRealm Studios had already established the art of adding a worthy story mode in a fighting game through the Mortal Kombat series, but they would repeat this success again with the Injustice series, using a worthy comic book storyline that rivals both live-action and animated movies.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-injustice-2-characters/ Nothing beats a summer trip to the beach. The breeze in your hair, the sound of the ocean, and the general sense of calm create a favorite activity for many. What if you could bring some Pokemon companions along with you? That would make your trip to the beach even better.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 17:00:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/pokemon-to-take-to-the-beach/ While it is built off the same framework as Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom includes many additions to the formula that has further improved this adventure through Hyrule.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 16:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-loz-new-features-best/ NetherRealm recently konfirmed (ha) that Mortal Kombat was going back to basics, with the announcement of Mortal Kombat One. Mortal Kombat is filled to the brim with a roster of colorful, violent, and fascinating figures. Of course, fans have quickly begun speculating as to who will be in the roster for this new 'rebooted' game.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 15:01:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mortal-kombat-one-character-fighter-wishlist/ Inventory is a hot topic in Minecraft. There's never enough room and it's hard to stay organized. You always just want to pick up one more thing before you go home. Or worse, you forgot something you need at home, which is all the way on the other side of the map. The list of problems goes on.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 14:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/minecraft-best-inventory-backpack-mods/ The best open-world games place you in an area that’s teeming with life and contains a bunch of things for you to do. On top of that, they excel in the other areas games are judged on, such as gameplay mechanics and presentation.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 13:31:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-open-world-games-xbox-game-pass/ The arachnid menace is coming at you in full force on the hostile planets of Starship Troopers: Extermination. They may have the numbers, but you have the highly advanced weaponry of the human race and a solid team behind you.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 13:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/starship-troopers-extermination-how-to-beat-every-enemy-bug/ Getting to explore different worlds is a great way to escape just how bleak and bland reality can actually get. Having the luxury to play something to alleviate that boredom is great but being limited to one medium or way to emulate that world might be disappointing. You might be searching for some video games that actually work with several platforms.

]]> Sun, 28 May 2023 12:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-cross-platform-survival-games/ Cyberpunk 2077 is not a stealth game. It's not a sniper simulator. It's an action-adventure game. So why not act like it? Techs and smart weapons have their place in the game, but nothing embraces the mayhem of Night City like a power weapon unleashing streams of bullets off the walls and letting the ricochet take care of any remaining enemies.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 23:31:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/cyberpunk-2077-best-unique-power-weapons-ranked/ Final Fantasy 7 is over 20 years old. One would think it would have years of mods under its belt, given that the modding community is so large. There are some choice supporters out there, but there aren't as many as one would think.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 22:30:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/final-fantasy-7-best-mods/ Few things are as complex and rewarding as mastering a fighting game. A good ranked match will test your skill, reflexes, reasoning, and much more. And nothing compares to the feeling you get the first time you truly earn a win. However, getting there can be intimidating and grueling.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 22:16:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/games-which-improve-fighting-game-skills/ The kingdom of Hyrule is enormous and full of life in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. There's no shortage of interesting locations to explore, from the expansive area below ground to the varied locations of the surface and even spanning up into the skies.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 20:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-totk-best-town-settlement/ Just like on the menu of a new restaurant, Monster Menu: The Scavenger's Cookbook serves up a class for every palette to pick up and enjoy. So no matter if you like playing as a mage, a thief, or something of the swinging weapon variety, there's something for everyone to take a bite of here.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 18:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/monster-menu-the-scavengers-cookbook-all-classes-ranked/ Shrines make their triumphant return in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. You can still find most of these shrines littered across the map, though a few require you to complete Shrine Quests to unlock them.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 17:46:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-loz-best-shrine-quests/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is full of rare foods, stones, parts, and countless other materials you'll want to get your hands on. Materials have a variety of uses, from fusion fodder for weapons to ingredients in meals and elixirs.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-materials/ Cyberpunk 2077 is a game full of distractions, actions, and commotions. This sensory overload is already evident when taking a stroll down the street. When in combat, the muzzle flashes, grenades, and bullets from every direction all amplify the overwhelming environment. So how do you line up a good shot when all this is going down?

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/cyberpunk-2077-smart-weapons-ranked/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom offers dozens of unique approaches to combat, including sharp swords and humongous hammers. However, despite the numerous heavy-hitting creations that you can create via fusions, your most valuable asset might be a little magic.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-all-magic-rod-fusions-ranked/ Detective games are among the most narrative-focused, games bringing you some of the greatest mysteries, shocking twists, twisted villains, and gripping character development. And they can also range from portraying a more realistic story or one infused with more surreal and supernatural elements.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-detective-mystery-games-ps4-ps5/ Peter and Miles are almost ready to grace us with a new adventure throughout New York City with Marvel's Spider-Man 2. We've finally received gameplay, showing us the new baddie, Kraven, along with the Lizard, some plot points the game will have, and new combat mechanics with the breathtaking Symbiote Suit.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 16:31:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/marvels-spider-man-2-things-we-want-from-the-game/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom uses the map of Hyrule established in Breath of the Wild, but expands on it by using familiar locations and changing them to give you a new experience, even if you spent hundreds of hours playing the previous game.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 16:01:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-areas-from-breath-of-the-wild-to-revisit/ Once you gain access to a Servant Coffin in V Rising, build it immediately. This will allow you to turn the game's human enemies into your servants. You'll have to bring their health down, use the Dominating Presence power to charm them, and safely deliver them to the Servant Coffin in your castle.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/v-rising-best-servants/ As one of the most downloaded and played Game Pass titles, more players than ever are giving West Virginia's take on the nuclear apocalypse a chance. Given its multiplayer nature, plenty of folks wonder if you can play Fallout 76 single player. Some players may want to attempt surviving Appalachia alone, whether it be your personal preference or lack of friends interested in playing.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 13:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/fallout-76-tips-for-playing-alone-single-player/ Having a game console release with hard-hitting launch titles used to be a really big thing. This gen was pretty lacking in that aspect, but historically it mattered a lot with the launch titles determining how successful the initial sales of a console would be.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 12:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-launch-titles-of-all-time/ One of the major side quests in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor involves Cal defeating a myriad of bounty hunters. You meet Caij Vanda, and she informs you of a massive bounty on your head. Then she gives you the locations of the hunters, so you can take them out before they collect on you.

]]> Sat, 27 May 2023 00:46:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/star-wars-jedi-survivor-best-bounty-hunter-fights/ Tactics is one of the most challenging skills in Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord to level up and utilize but simultaneously one of the most essential skills to have at your disposal in the late game.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 23:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mount-blade-2-bannerlord-best-tactics-perks/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom harkens back to the classic Zelda formula in many ways. One method in which it does this is by returning the use of items, of which there are many to collect, learn about, and use in a vast number of scenarios.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 23:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-throwable-items-ranked/ The Lord of the Rings is a very prolific series and has shined a spotlight on one of its most conflicting characters in The Lord of the Rings: Gollum. In this original story, you'll play as the transformed hobbit Smeagol as they live and survive as the creature known as Gollum.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 23:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/games-like-the-lord-of-the-rings-gollum/ Tears of the Kingdom is in many ways a game that feels like it's trying to correct some of the faults of Breath of the Wild while improving upon the parts that made it great. In other ways, it feels like a dramatically different game with an entirely different vision of what it hopes to achieve.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 22:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-depths-scariest-features-locations/ Tango Gameworks is known for making games that are never quite the same as its previous games, even when they're direct sequels. Ghostwire Tokyo was a great leap into a game that celebrated its environment above all else, while happily taking on a more action playstyle.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 22:15:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/ghostwire-tokyo-tips-tricks-spiders-thread-mode/ There is an abundance of Koroks to find in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, just as there was in Breath of the Wild. However, with this comes plenty of new and returning puzzles you must solve or hiding places you must find if you want to get your hands on those Korok Seeds.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 22:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-korok-seed-puzzle-types/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a masterfully executed game, and the music is no exception to this. The various music tracks, however long or short they may be, fill the game with a life that is unparalleled. Each music track is carefully crafted, and it becomes so apparent when you listen to them separately from the game.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 21:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-music-tracks-songs/ Video games, as a whole, already offer a more immersive way to experience modern media. But virtual reality is what makes it seem real. Button presses and analog sticks don't feel the same as seeing a sword in your own hand, moving as you move. The action is exciting, the worlds are massive, and the most mundane of horrors become heart-stopping.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 20:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-virtual-reality-games-of-all-time/ Monster Menu: The Scavenger's Cookbook immediately tells you that crafting and cooking are the game's biggest draws. It's dangerous to try and manage your way through without eating, maybe even impossible. So much so that you can watch your energy and hydration go down in real-time, leaving you vulnerable to being knocked out quickly.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 20:31:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/monster-menu-scavengers-cookbook-best-dishes-recipes/ Mega Evolution can be a really useful mechanic for trainers who are looking to get the absolute most out of their Pokemon. With only 48 different kinds of Mega Evolutions, you should find it easy to figure out which ones suit your styles best with relative ease.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 20:31:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/pokemon-best-strongest-mega-evolutions-ever-ranked/ This week’s PlayStation Showcase might not have been a record breaker compared to previous years, but it still had an impressive set of highlights and reveals. We were awarded with a series of announcements for exciting and innovative new titles, as well as some long-overdue confirmations of oft-rumored sequels and follow-ups.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 20:21:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/playstation-showcase-may-2023-best-game-announcements/ The ability to fuse weapons in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom has already led to a ton of new combat strategies that encourage you to flex your creative muscles. From giant two-handed hammers to ridiculously long spears and other hobbled-together weapons, your options for crafting the death device of your dreams are quite open-ended.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 20:00:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-weapon-fusions/ Horses have returned in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. In this sequel to Breath of the Wild, you will be able to tame and ride horses in order to aid with transportation. Around Hyrule, you will find tons of average-looking horses, with equally-as-average stats, but which ones are the best?

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdo-best-horses-location/ Yakuza: Like A Dragon features dozens of bizarrely named enemy types known as Sujimon – 252 of them to be exact. These Sujimon types range from your standard rank-and-file enemies in any Yakuza game – like hardened gang members – to some more whimsical options.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/yakuza-like-a-dragon-funniest-hilarious-sujidex-entries/ The Digimon anime has featured tons of hits and misses throughout its history, but the Digimon video games have had a much better track record of quality. For a franchise that came from a variety of Tamagotchi-style virtual pets, Digimon has had a massive range of video games on various platforms, each varying wildly in terms of style and substance.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-digimon-games/ Fans of Breath of the Wild know the seemingly never-ending number of Koroks that have hidden themselves in Hyrule. Well, there were 900 of them, but it sure seemed endless. In The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, they are back at it again, hiding away, getting lost, or needing your help with some puzzling situations.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 14:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-tips-for-finding-korok-seeds/ In terms of exclusives, Xbox's output isn't as strong as Nintendo's or Sony's. However, people saying there aren't any games are simply mistaken, as there are plenty, but most are smaller in scale. One exclusive even won a Game Award in 2022, although many didn't play it.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-xbox-exclusive-underrated-games/ Preparing for battle isn’t just throwing on whatever’s available and bringing your best spells along with you. It’s making an impact by wearing the most stylish outfits out there or in Ghostwire Tokyo, the slickest fit in Tokyo. Ghostwire’s protagonist Akito Izuki fully understands this, always making appropriate time to wear his best clothes.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 13:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/ghostwire-tokyo-every-outfit-costume-best-ranked/ It's exceedingly easy to forget that you can fuse things to your shield in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and if you have forgotten, you're missing out. Fusing things to your shield can give you some extra offensive and defensive measures or make moving around the map a significantly more fun experience.

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 12:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/legend-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-best-shield-fuse-items/