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The competitive meta forPokemon Scarlet and Violethas already had its share of ups and downs over the course VGC Series 1 and Series 2. The introduction of Paradox Pokemon in Series 2 saw a drastic shift in the most commonly used mons, and the patch tofix a bug withScarlet and Violet’s Dondozois likely to change the way players use that mon as well. More shake-ups could be on the way now that DLC has been confirmed, potentially bringing a bevy of monsters from previous generations with meta-changing potential....

With the release ofPokemon Scarlet & Violetin late 2022 came thelong-running video game franchise’s one-thousandth Pokemon. It has taken more than a quarter of a century to reach this impressive milestone, though some fans will perhaps argue that a lot of the newer Pokemon designs are nowhere near as good as the ones which came before them. Of course, when a series has been going for as long asPokemonhas, it’s perhaps to be expected that standards might drop a little over time....

Quick Links Psychonauts 2players will get to venture to a ton of new worlds once they’re allowed outside The Motherlobe, with Raz able tocook extravagant dishes with Compton Boole, hang out with his circus-obsessed family in The Questionable Area, and venture through the germ-infested metropolis of Strike City. However, one of his most unique adventures comes when he ventures into the troubled mind of the PSI King. The zanyPsychonautscharacter brings Raz to a psychedelic worldfilled with music, colorful characters, and, of course, plenty of new collectibles to seek out....

The surprising reveal ofRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartsaw the return of two iconic PlayStation mascots, with the Lombax and robot surrounded by visuals more advanced than the series had ever seen before. Those detailed and smooth graphics clearly came at a cost, however, as Insomniac has confirmed thatRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartis exclusive to the PlayStation 5. Despite Insomniac recently showing love to PS4 players by confirming they would be able toaccess to PS5’sSpider-Man Remasteredsuits,Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apartwill not be playable for gamers on the PlayStation 4....

Summary A newly released report allegedly reveals that a focus onCall of Dutywas the real reason why a pitch for aTony Hawk’s Pro Skater3+4remake collection from Vicarious Visions was denied by Activision. This unfortunate update on the long-rumored compilation is likely to disappoint longtimeTony Hawk’s Pro Skaterfans, who haven’t exactly been getting the best treatment over the last decade or so. After the release of the critically-laudedTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2compilation in 2020, the future of thebeloved skateboarding gameseries was finally looking bright again....

Even nearly 10 years after the original release of Bethesda’s award-winning RPGThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, people are still making discoveries about the game. Almost weekly, a player makes a post on Reddit sharing something new they have noticed, such as a screenshot of child-sizedmummies inSkyrim’sNordic tomb Forelhostor an image of a mammoth frozen in ice by Dawnstar in the north. It’s not really surprising that new revelations are still being made within the vast open-world game....

Guardians inSmiteserve as the toughest of tanks in the god-versus-god MOBA. Gods belonging to this class are tasked with defending their team at all costs, with toolkits designed specifically for defense, sustainability, and tanking damage as much as possible. However, given the nature ofSmiteas an action-oriented MOBA, a Guardian’s role has more than meets the eye. RELATED:Smite: A Complete Beginners Guide To Playing Freya Instead of just accompanying teammates to tank damage in teamfights, Guardians inSmitealmost always have dedicated secondary roles....

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Summary Wielded by those who have chosenthe Fighter Vocation, maces are one-handed weapons that, like swords, are best used alongside an accompanying shield. A mace may be suitable if players are consideringFighterbut are reluctant to use a sword. There are only 5 maces currently inDragon’s Dogma 2,but there will be one suitable, no matter what section of the game a player has reached. With only 5 to choose from, not including the enhancements each weapon can receive, this list can go into more detail than normal and examine the quality of a weapon, as well as detailing the multiple ways that players can get their hands on them....

Hogwarts Legacyscratches many immersiveHarry Potteritches. Players will be able to fully explore the fantastical castle that they know and love from the franchise,assuming their role as a student in any Hogwarts house they wish. Social simulation elements are also exciting, offering fans an opportunity to interact with other students and professors as they attend their magical classes. Further, players wield wands, a handy tool wheel, and a plethora of unique spells that can be combined in exciting duels with other students and enemies lurking around the castle grounds....

ThoughThe Witcherjust released its third season, fans are already curious to see the next. Granted, part of this is due to protagonist Geralt being (misguidedly) recast, but it also comes down to how he and the other heroes were impacted and separated. They must all go their own way into uncharted territory. Of course, with that territory comes new characters. RELATED:The Witcher 4 Wish List Season 4 brings a whole host of fresh faces to theWitcheruniverse....

Summary Twitchhas once again banned streamer Stableronaldo for inappropriate conduct in one of the clips he posted. Stableronaldo has gathered over 3 million followers since he joinedTwitchin 2018. He streams various types of content on the Amazon-owned streaming platform, which often involves answering questions about himself or collaborating with other streamers. Stableronaldo is also aFortniteplayer, often streaming his gamplay moments. Twitch is a platform that has very strict regulations when it comes to the content streamers post....

Senator Marco Rubio, ranking Republican member on the Senate Intelligence Committee, has introduced a bill that would banTikTokin the United States. Controversy has surrounded the social media platform due to the potential influence of the Chinese Communist Party and the availability of American personal information and usage data. When or if the bill to banTikTokwould receive a vote in either the United States House of Representatives of the Senate isn’t clear....