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Tips & GuidesHow To Play Switch On TV If You’re Worried About The Dock Scratching Your Screen
Between reports of screen scratches and concern over blocking the heat vents on the back of the tablet, some folks worry that docking for TV play isn’t the best thing for the Nintendo Switch. Good news for them—all it takes to bypass the dock is a simple USB-C extension cable. While folks like me were…
By Mike Fahey Published March 15, 2017 -
Tips & GuidesTips For Playing Horizon Zero Dawn
Turns out, kickin’ robot dinosaur ass is kinda hard. If you want to make it in the untamed wilds, you’re going to need some cunning, wit, and fast reflexes. Here’s what you should know. Adjust your HUD Horizon has a highly customizable HUD, where you can tinker each and every individual aspect of what shows…
By Patricia Hernandez Published February 28, 2017 -
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Tips For Getting The Best Discount Candy After Valentine’s Day
Yes, yes, people love each other. That’s great. Now that Valentine’s Day is over, it’s time for one of the biggest sweet-lovers’ holiday of the year. It’s the first Discount Candy Day of the year, and Snacktaku is here to help you make the most of it. Discount Candy Day is the day following a…
By Mike Fahey Published February 15, 2017 -
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Nioh‘s Sloth Magic Turns Bosses Into Jokes
Nioh has some difficult bosses. They’ll shish-kebab you in the blink of an eye. What if I told you one magic spell that turns them into total pushovers? I’ve played close to 50 hours of Nioh. I’ve slain brutish yokai and engaged in some pretty awesome sword duels. I’m a straight up ninja warrior. Until…
By Heather Alexandra Published February 10, 2017 -
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Tips For Playing Nioh
The PS4 samurai action game Nioh is out today. It is really good. It’s also really difficult. If you want to play it but don’t want to spend hours figuring out how everything works, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been playing Nioh obsessively for the last week. I’m more than 40 hours in and I…
By Kirk Hamilton Published February 7, 2017 -
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Tips For Playing Fire Emblem Heroes
Fire Emblem Heroes isn’t a difficult game, but it is confusing to navigate and understand, especially if you’ve never played a game in the series before. Here are some tips and tricks to make the most out of it. If you haven’t started yet, consider rerolling This is possibly the most annoying tip on this…
By Patricia Hernandez Published February 6, 2017 -
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How To Enjoy Resident Evil 7 If You’re A Big Scaredy Cat
So you’ve been hearing good things about Resident Evil 7, and you want to play it. There’s only one problem: you’re a huge coward. Don’t worry! I’ve got you covered. It may seem counterintuitive that easily frightened people would want to play a scary new game, but I actually think there are a fair number…
By Kirk Hamilton Published January 27, 2017 -
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Tips For Playing Resident Evil 7
Resident Evil 7 is full of ooze monsters and creepy cannibals. It can be hard to get your bearings. Fear not, would-be victims. I am here to share some tips for making it out alive. Play on Normal You’ll initially have two difficulty options: Easy and Normal. There’s actually not too much difference between the…
By Heather Alexandra Published January 27, 2017 -
Tips & GuidesTips For Playing Yakuza 0
A lot of you will be playing Yakuza 0 over the next few weeks, and for many it will be your first time with the series. Which is OK! While it may seem daunting at first, we’re here to help. Below are some handy, general and very much beginner’s tips to help you on your…
By Luke Plunkett Published January 25, 2017 -
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Tips For Playing Gravity Rush 2
Gravity Rush 2 is out today on PS4. I had mixed feelingsabout the game in general, but I do like a lot of things about it and it’s definitely more fun once you get the hang of it. To that end: some tips! Let’s do this. Watch the anime first. Sony released a short two-part…
By Kirk Hamilton Published January 20, 2017 -
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Tips For Playing Final Fantasy XV
So you’re joining Noctis and crew for the road trip to end all road trips. Now what kind of food should you bring? And how do you convince them to let you be in charge of the music? Final Fantasy XV, which comes out today for PS4 and Xbox One, is full of things to…
By Jason Schreier Published November 29, 2016 -
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How To Not Be A Jerk On Black Friday
Black Friday is the Armageddon of retail, and even has the name to fit. On that unholy day, armed soldiers of capitalism move on local games outlets with just one thing on their minds: new shit for less money. This piece originally appeared on November 23, 2016. Gaming equipment is expensive. We get it. But…
By Cecilia D'Anastasio Published November 25, 2016 -
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Tips For Playing Pokémon Sun and Moon
Alola, fellow trainers. With many of you undergoing the island challenge today, I wanted to share some pointers on how to best make your way through an exciting new Pokémon adventure. Pick whatever starter you want Seriously, there’s no right choice. Rowlet, Litten and Popplio all make fine additions to a burgeoning squad, though they…
By Patricia Hernandez Published November 18, 2016 -
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Tips For Playing Watch Dogs 2
Watch Dogs 2 is out today. It’s a really big game full of stuff to do. It even has dogs for you to watch! I wrapped Watch Dogs 2‘s story campaign last night, and am still messing around with its plethora of sidequests and optional challenges. If you’re just getting started and want to know…
By Kirk Hamilton Published November 15, 2016 -
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Tips For Playing Dishonored 2
Whether you’re excited for more Dishonored or coming to the series for the first time, here are some tips for the recently-released Dishonored 2 to help you be the magic ninja assassin of your dreams. Play the character you want to. While Emily and Corvo have different powers, there’s no easy answer to who to…
By Riley MacLeod Published November 14, 2016 -
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Tips For Playing Titanfall 2
What has the internet sent me this time? A buncha rookies by the looks of it. Ya wanna be dangerous pilots and not Titan fodder, yer gonna hafta listen to me! Alright recruits! Here are some tips to make the best out of Titanfall 2. Let’s get the easy things out of the way first:…
By Heather Alexandra Published November 1, 2016 -
Tips & GuidesA Beginner’s Guide To Battlefield 1 Multiplayer
Battlefield 1‘s multiplayer is very intense. While the game teaches you some basics during the campaign, it doesn’t do much to explain what’s going on in the multiplayer. Don’t worry, doughboys and gals: I’m here to help! Know Your Game Modes Battlefield 1 has six multiplayer modes at the moment: Conquest is the bread and…
By Heather Alexandra Published October 24, 2016 -
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The Five Best Guns To Buy In Destiny: Rise of Iron
Whenever Destiny gets an expansion, the vendors in the tower finally get new weapons in stock. Those of us who obsess over perks and rolls and stats promptly have an anxiety attack deciding which one to buy first. If there’s one thing I’ve learned after two years of Destiny, it’s that I’ll be able to…
By Kirk Hamilton Published September 21, 2016 -
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Tips For Playing Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is out today. It’s good! And like other games in the series, it gives you a lot of options in how you want to play. It’d be easy to feel a little overwhelmed at first. Which augmentations are best? Which playstyle is the most rewarding? How do you easily make a…
By Kirk Hamilton Published August 23, 2016 -
Tips & GuidesTips For Getting Started In No Man’s Sky [Update]
The universe is too vast a place to explore without preparing yourself first. Here’s what you need to know to make the most out of No Man’s Sky. Take your time You may have heard that beating No Man’s Sky means getting to the center of the universe, where a secret awaits any player who…
By Patricia Hernandez Published August 12, 2016