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April 23, 2025

Grab a free PC copy of Gloomhaven, one of the greatest board games of all time

Gloomhaven's PC edition is currently available for free download to Amazon Prime members, with the promotion valid until June 18. The game is accessible through the Epic Games Store and not Steam. Created by Isaac Childres and Cephalofair, Gloomhaven has been highly acclaimed, previously holding the title of the best board game before being succeeded by its sequel, Frosthaven. The game involves guiding a party of adventurers through quests in the city of Gloomhaven, utilizing ability cards for tactical challenges, with a campaign that allows for multiple character playthroughs and the unlocking of 17 unique classes.

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March 27, 2025

Introducing the Lookout Landing Minecraft Server!

A Minecraft server has opened for the LL community, allowing members and their friends to join and create various structures. A key project is a 1:1 scale replica of T-Mobile Park, which is being constructed collaboratively. Participation in the ballpark project is optional, and members can build their own structures elsewhere. The server runs on Java Edition, version 1.21.4, with instructions provided for joining. The server address is “173.0.153.129:28754.”

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February 28, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds live launch coverage: Server status, hunting tips, and all the latest release day news

Monster Hunter Wilds has maintained its position among the top 100 bestselling titles on Steam for 12 weeks and is currently the most wishlisted game on the platform. The game is set to unlock on Steam shortly, with players preparing for its release. There are already 26 mods available for Monster Hunter Wilds on Nexus, indicating early interest from modders. Daisy Ridley has narrated an overview of the Monster Hunter series. A performance analysis suggests that while the game is less taxing on CPUs than its predecessor, upscaling is recommended for mid-range hardware. The first major update for Monster Hunter Wilds is scheduled for early April, introducing harder monsters. Nvidia has released a new Game Ready driver for optimal performance. Initial reviews praise the game's combat mechanics while noting a streamlined gameplay experience.

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February 28, 2025

7 things to do first in Monster Hunter Wilds

- Familiarize yourself with your weapon's controls by accessing the in-game menu, navigating to the Info section, selecting Play Guide, and choosing Weapon Controls. - Visit the Support Desk Palico, Conut, at the Windward Plains Base Camp to claim beta rewards and pre-order DLC items. - Collect rations from the Ingredient Centre by speaking to Tom and use a Portable BBQ Grill to cook meals from raw meat obtained by hunting small monsters. - Hunt small monsters like Talioth, Vespoid, and Bulaqchi in the Windward Plains for unique armor sets and materials; the Bulaqchi Specs grant the Entomologist skill. - Gather Wiggly Litchi and other crafting materials like honey, herbs, and blue mushrooms to create potions and items, and activate the auto-craft feature in the crafting menu. - Regularly check the Monster Field Guide for detailed information about monsters, their weaknesses, attack methods, and materials they drop. - Use the Ghillie Mantle to sneak up on monsters for powerful sneak attacks by holding the left bumper and selecting it from the Essential Items hotwheel.

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February 23, 2025

Nested Lands is a ‘brutal’ survival city-builder about guiding villagers through a plague-infested world, and you can play its open alpha right now

Nested Lands is a city-building game developed by the Brazilian studio 1M Bits Horde, set in a medieval landscape plagued by bandits and disease. Players must establish a settlement by assigning villagers roles to construct buildings, craft tools, and gather resources while recruiting survivors. The game features a third-person perspective and a cooperative mode for up to four players. An open alpha version is available on Steam, offering approximately three to four hours of gameplay with no specified end date, aimed at testing players' settlement expansion abilities.

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February 18, 2025

How to find and use lockpicks in Avowed

In Avowed, lockpicking does not involve ability or skill checks; instead, a locked chest indicates the number of lockpicks required to open it, with a maximum of five needed for the most difficult chests. Players can unlock chests by pressing the action key if they have the necessary lockpicks. The game does not include a concept of theft, allowing players to open chests without fear of penalties. Lockpicks can be acquired from merchants, dropped by defeated enemies, or found in the wild, with bandits having a higher chance of dropping them. Multiple merchants sell lockpicks across different regions, and they restock their supplies every few days. Guaranteed locations for lockpicks in the first two regions include various merchants in Dawnshore and Emerald Stair. Locked chests are relatively rare, so players can maintain a sufficient inventory of lockpicks by purchasing them and collecting those found in the wild.

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February 11, 2025

15 indie PC games that will make you forget about AAA titles

- Hades is a roguelike dungeon crawler from Supergiant Games that combines action and storytelling. - Stardew Valley is a farming simulation game featuring pixel art and a soothing soundtrack, allowing players to manage a farm and build relationships. - Neon White is a fast-paced game that mixes first-person shooting and platforming, utilizing cards for moves and featuring vibrant art. - The Long Dark is a survival game set in a post-apocalyptic wilderness, focusing on resource management and strategic decision-making. - Sifu is a martial arts game with an aging mechanic that adds strategy to skill development and combat. - Slay the Spire combines deck-building with roguelike elements, offering easy-to-learn mechanics and challenging gameplay. - Undertale is an RPG known for its unique storytelling and player interaction, featuring quirky characters and memorable dialogue. - Hollow Knight is a Metroidvania game with hand-drawn art, intricate world design, and challenging gameplay that rewards exploration. - Celeste is a platformer that addresses mental health themes while providing challenging gameplay and beautiful pixel art. - Tunic is an adventure game inspired by classic titles, encouraging exploration in a mysterious world filled with secrets. - 1000xResist features a thought-provoking narrative, though its gameplay may not be as polished as others. - Balatro is a humor-infused strategy game developed by a solo creator, known for its addictive gameplay. - Pacific Drive is a driving adventure game set in the Olympic Exclusion Zone, combining exploration with survival elements. - Cocoon is a puzzle game with innovative design and intuitive gameplay, set in beautifully crafted worlds. - Amnesia: The Dark Descent is a horror game that emphasizes atmosphere and psychological tension, redefining the genre.

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February 7, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds: Can Your PC Run This Supernatural Safari Scuffle?

Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on PC (Steam), PS5, and Xbox Series X/S on February 28, 2025, with a retail price of .99. The Deluxe Edition costs .99 and includes gestures and cosmetic armor, while the Premium Deluxe Edition is priced at .99 and offers additional cosmetic DLC. The minimum system requirements include Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 (64-bit), AMD Ryzen 5 3600 or Intel Core i5-10400 CPU, 16GB RAM, AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT or Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 GPU, and 75GB of available storage on an SSD. The recommended system requirements are similar, with the GPU upgraded to AMD Radeon RX 6600 or Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 Super. Capcom will provide a benchmark tool for players to assess their gaming PCs and will host two open beta sessions on February 6-9 and February 13-16, 2025. The game supports both controller and keyboard/mouse configurations, and a broadband internet connection is recommended for online multiplayer. Cross-platform play will be available for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S players.