https://gamerant.com PlayStation is the console series from Sony, featuring mega hits like God of War, Horizon, The Last of Us, and many more. Here, you'll find all the news, walkthroughs, analysis, and other content you need about the world of PlayStation. Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:32:44 GMT en-US hourly 60 Gamers who’ve spent the last year working ceaselessly to unlock collectibles in Sony’s PlayStation Stars program will soon have a new place to display their favorites, as PlayStation Stars integration looks to be headed to PlayStation 5. Previously only accessible through Sony’s PlayStation App, the free loyalty program lets players earn points, buy products, and unlock collectibles by purchasing and playing PlayStation games.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:32:44 GMT https://gamerant.com/playstation-stars-ps5-update-integration/ While playing through The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim's main story, players will be tasked with traveling to a variety of different locations, in which they can pursue side quests. Upon traveling to Riften, they can begin the Thieves Guild questline and eventually become the Guild Master if they meet the requirements.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 23:00:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-how-become-thieves-guild-master-radiant-quests/ The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim follows the Dragonborn as they attempt to stop a powerful evil from waging war on the land of Skyrim. While ensuring Skyrim remains safe for all who dwell there is the main goal of the game, players will also have countless opportunities to pursue optional content to uncover unique rewards.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 22:01:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-where-meekos-shack-location/ Destiny 2 is still gripped by its Lightfall era, with two seasons left to go before The Final Shape expansion drops, and Season of the Deep being a few weeks away from the finish line. Even though Season of the Deep's lore fixed most of what was wrong with the Lightfall expansion, Season 22 will likely equally important in many ways, as Bungie has already teased that it will revolve around resurrecting Savathun and working with her. Season 22 will also entail the return of another Raid from the franchise's past, and while that is going to be a challenge for Bungie in many ways, the ultimate test is the one that The Final Shape's Raid will have to endure.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 21:30:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-the-final-shape-raid-puzzle-strand-grapple-exploration-good-cheese-bad/ Monks in Baldur's Gate 3 are an interesting class to play as because while their focus is on getting into the thick of the action to deliver some devastating blows to enemies, they do not wear any armor. This means that as fun as they can be to play, they are not among Baldur's Gate 3's beginner-friendly classes.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 21:00:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-way-of-the-open-hand-monk-powerful-attack-combo-raw-damage-bosses-good/ While the release of Cyberpunk 2077 may have been botched, later patches allowed players to have a more satisfying adventure throughout Night City. The game offers many paths for gamers to take and the amount of content that can be found feels nearly limitless. However, one Cyberpunk 2077 route, in particular, is more satisfying than the others.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 20:46:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/cyberpunk-2077-corpo-path-satisfying-why-ending-tie-in-best/ Immortals of Aveum is one of August 2023's most anticipated titles. Immortals of Aveum features first-person, magic-based combat, and a narrative that CEO and game director of Ascendant Studios, Bret Robbins, describes as a mixture of Doom, BioShock, and God of War. Players will take on the role of Jak, a battlemage fighting in humanity's conflict over the control of Aveum's magic. However, Jak is unlike other battle mages, as he boasts the title of Triarch Magnus. Within the world of Aveum, magic is divided into colors, and individuals are given titles based on the number of colors that they can access. As a Triarch Magnus, Jak is the rarest breed of magic wielder, and this depth of ability sees both him and the player forced into the title's conflict against their will.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 20:31:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/immortals-of-aveum-triarch-magnus-jak-wielding-magic-colors-sigils/ The presence of dragons have been a long-running tradition among FromSoftware's boss roster, with Elden Ring being no exception thanks to the inclusion of enemies like Flying Dragon Agheel. However, while this enemy type is a common trope for the developer, the most recent outing of them outshines many of the previous attempts to make compelling dragon boss designs by FromSoftware right from the beginning.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 20:15:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/elden-rings-dragon-bosses-flying-dragon-agheel-model-attacks-combat-good/ Baldur's Gate 3 has finally left early access and it has not disappointed RPG fans. Players everywhere are calling it one of the best RPGs ever made, and they will likely be lost in its fantasy world for years to come. It is very impressive what Larian Studios has been able to pull off, and hopefully this is just the start of what is to come. While that all sounds fantastic, Baldur's Gate 3 also adopted a troubling PC gaming trend.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 20:00:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-pc-steam-launcher-larian-studios-bad-why/ A Hogwarts Legacy player who entered a random home in Hogwarts Valley discovered a cow inside. Hogwarts Legacy launched earlier this year to massive sales success as well as critical and commercial praise, becoming the bestselling game of 2023 and one of several strong contenders for Game of the Year.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 19:47:57 GMT https://gamerant.com/hogwarts-legacy-player-brown-cow-random-house/ Platform exclusivity between PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch has been a major driving force in the gaming industry since some of the earliest consoles. Games like Marvel's Spider-Man and The Last of Us gave players a reason to buy a PlayStation while hits like Halo and Gears of War drew players to an Xbox. These not only helped prop up their respective systems but also gave fans unique and exciting experiences to check out no matter where they chose to play their games. This model has become the primary focus of these studios for years, but times may soon be changing.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 19:19:42 GMT https://gamerant.com/console-exclusivity-playstation-xbox-switch-face-reaper-sooner-later/ The launch of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 approaches, and marketing has ramped up to prepare for it. By this point, what seems to be all the central figures in the game have been revealed, with any major unknowns being well-hidden. Peter Parker and Miles Morales return in Marvel's Spider-Man 2 as cooperating Spider-Men, pooling their efforts and allies to pull through rough spots in both of their lives. Unfortunately, things will only get more complicated with the appearance of Kraven the Hunter and Venom on top of New York City's many other active villains and vigilantes.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 19:01:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/marvels-spider-man-2-venom-story-direction-playable-harry-peter-miles-helping/ With more titles showcasing groundbreaking graphics being released on the PS5, gamers are now spoiled for choice. Cooperative gameplay can now be enjoyed in high definition with friends to take gaming experiences to the next level. Although FPS games usually take the spotlight, 3rd person shooters are equally demanding in terms of skill and focus.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 18:30:26 GMT https://gamerant.com/ps5-best-coop-third-person-shooter-games/ Baldur's Gate 3 offers many weapon types and spells that players can use to overcome any adversary, many of which are standard to a fantasy setting. This includes many ranged options, including fireballs and longbows, but one type of physical ranged attack stands out as one of Baldur's Gate 3's most pleasant surprises.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 18:02:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-dual-wielding-crossobows-damage-attacks-combat-archetype-good/ When it first launched in early access and then worldwide just a few days later, Diablo 4 was largely praised for its gameplay loop, how fun and engaging its ARPG features were, and how much of a breath of fresh air it was overall, especially coming from Blizzard. However, fans' reception has changed massively since then, and one of the main culprits is Diablo 4's first season, which not only undermined some of the core conceits that made fans happy, but also introduced little incentive to play seasonal characters instead of Eternal Realm ones. The patch did a lot of damage to the game's reputation and player morale, but one of the worst outcomes was that a key launch feature was gutted.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 17:30:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-season-malignant-level-scaling-experience-nightmare-dungeon-helltide-bad/ With God of War Ragnarok capping off the series' Norse saga, many fans have started speculating about what mythology the next game could feature. Among the most popular choices is Egyptian mythology as it would be closely linked to Kratos' home of Greece and is the source of a wide variety of gods that could make for potential foes. It will be hard for this next title to top some of the boss fights from God of War Ragnarok, but the pantheon of Egyptian gods could hold the potential for some new and innovative boss mechanics.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 17:01:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/god-of-war-egyptian-pantheon-setting-boss-fights-set-osiris-ra/ A potential remake for Resident Evil 5 seems as likely as it ever has been. With the title originally releasing in 2009 and involving a spate of iconic characters that are relevant to this day, a remake of the game could be a massive hit with fans.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 15:31:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/resident-evil-5-remake-boulder-punch-chris-redfield-meme-scene-bad-change-why/ One Minecraft player has built the Milky Way galaxy in their survival world. Every once in a while, some Minecraft players come up with enormous creations that consist of nothing but texture packs. They put in a staggering amount of work and pay close attention to details to craft blockier versions of famous buildings and other things.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 15:14:36 GMT https://gamerant.com/minecraft-milky-way-galaxy-build-1-5-years/ While Fortnite has always led with strong superhero representation, it's time that Epic Games opens the door for other comic book characters beyond Marvel and DC to add to its ever-expanding range of player cosmetic items. Given that both Marvel and DC are two of the best-known comic publishers, it was virtually inevitable that Fortnite would have added Outfits, Pickaxes, Gliders, and more cosmetics based on its classic superheroes. But with the entertainment landscape changing for superhero content, Epic Games needs to ensure it adapts along with it by partnering with then-lesser-known comic books and their recent successful adaptations.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 15:00:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/fortnite-crossover-marvel-dc-more-superhero-comics-invincible-the-boys-good-bad/ A Honkai: Star Rail player discovered that using a small character lets them hide from enemies. The HoYoverse title has a variety of enemies that players can encounter while exploring its worlds. They then enter a turn-based battle if their characters come close to these monsters.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 14:55:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/honkai-star-rail-tip-small-characters-hide-from-enemies/ Baldur’s Gate 3, the popular RPG recently released by Larian Studios, features a non-lethal damage option for those who do not want to kill their opponents. This option lets players take a different approach to combat encounters in Baldur’s Gate 3, allowing them to spare enemies for a more pacific playstyle.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 14:35:30 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-non-lethal-damage-option/ The Elder Scrolls franchise’s lore is inspired by a variety of established mythologies, religious stories, and legends all over the world. The deities the people praise aren’t always benevolent and kind. This is evidenced by the Daedric Princes, extremely powerful entities who inhabit the realm of Oblivion and get summoned by citizens of Tamriel through rituals and spells. Most of them are deceitful and cruel, too, with the perfect example being the Daedric Prince of Knowledge, Hermaeus Mora, whom Skyrim players may be familiar with.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:30:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-elder-scrolls-skyrim-hermaeus-mora-history-changes-appearance-oghma-infinium/ The community in Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life is thriving, and they welcome players with open arms when they move to Forgotten Valley. Players start their new life with an old farm and a little cash in their pockets. Outside of farm work, they can explore Forgotten Valley's wildlife and spend their time getting to know the townsfolk.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:00:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/story-of-seasons-a-wonderful-life-complete-festival-guide/ Having been in the game since the mid-1980s, Bethesda is one of the longest-running high-profile Western developers out there, and the studio has only continued to grow in popularity over the last three decades. Getting its start with sports titles like Wayne Gretzky Hockey, Bethesda would go on to reach mainstream popularity with its The Elder Scrolls series, which began all the way back in 1994. The rest is history, and now Bethesda is one of the most renowned developers in the industry, with its next major AAA project, Starfield, dropping in just over a month.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:29 GMT https://gamerant.com/starfield-bethesda-new-era-public-perception-fallout-failure-skyrim-good-bad/ Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life takes players on a journey through moving to a new area and starting a family on their dad's old farm. There, they will make friends, discover secrets, and build their farm from the ground up with crops and animals. Of course, this story will seem familiar to fans of the original, but there are some key differences.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 12:00:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/story-of-seasons-a-wonderful-life-do-animals-die/ Baldur's Gate 3 is built on the Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition system, adapted for CRPG by Belgium-based developers Larian Studios. As with any tabletop-to-video game adaption, Larian has had to add, remove, and tweak the Fifth Edition rules to fit Baldur's Gate 3.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 10:00:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/bg3-biggest-rules-changes-dungeons-and-dragons-fifth-edition-baldurs-gate-3/ Within the Fallout series, a post-apocalyptic world awaits, adorned with desolate landscapes and iconic cities that have become synonymous with the franchise. Washington, D.C., a ruined metropolis, and the vibrant streets of New Vegas beckon adventurers with their unique and unforgettable offerings.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 07:30:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/fallout-best-cities-series/ Before video games became the cinematic, multi-faceted explorations of humanity that we know them as today, things were a bit different. The transition from 2D to 3D meant that games could be a bit more ambitious and characters would go from text bubbles to sometimes fully-voiced avatars. So as games like Metal Gear Solid and Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver were creating the template that other games would follow, many of the early attempts weren't so fortunate. But while that may seem like a bad thing, it managed to create a diverse catalog of games with voice acting that managed to endure to this day.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 05:30:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/ps1-games-bad-endearing-voice-acting/ Destiny 2's Season of the Deep is about to end after a successful run that managed to rectify several issues with the Lightfall campaign, and Bungie is preparing to host a massive showcase at the end of the month that will detail both Season 22 and The Final Shape expansion. Ahead of this showcase, however, Bungie released a Destiny 2 State of the Game post to address some pain points, upcoming changes, and the many challenges the team is facing. Of all the problems with the game right now, Destiny 2 players are upset that Bungie failed to properly address those concerning PvP and Gambit, with the latter getting the even shorter end of the stick.

]]> Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:01:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-gambit-changes-final-shape-new-map-enemy-factions-future-good-bad/ At first glance, the worlds of Soulslike games and anime seemingly lack any points of intersection, but Little Witch Nobeta bridges the gap with an unexpected crossover between Japanese culture and the dark-themed genre. Developer Pupuya Games combines the aesthetic of a magic girl with the dark setting in a third-person shooter RPG, and this union gives players a distinctive gaming experience. Little Witch Nobeta features an anime-inspired cast and action-centric gameplay, delivering a refreshing take on the gloomy scenery in a change of pace from the dark themes that have propelled Souls games to stardom. With gleaming reviews from its player base and critics alike, Little Witch Nobeta has something to offer lovers of anime and the Soulslike genre, and both sets of fans should check out the 3D action shooter.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 23:30:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/little-witch-nobeta-indie-magical-girl-anime-soulslike-shooter-good-why/ Many players are hopeful that Kingdom Hearts 4 will not only return to including more classic Final Fantasy characters in the way that previous titles had. However, with the success of Final Fantasy 16, even more players are hopeful that the new protagonist Clive will make an appearance in the next title to fight alongside Sora and his friends.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 22:00:26 GMT https://gamerant.com/kingdom-hearts-4-clive-final-fantasy-16-crossover-interactions-sora-growth-good-why/ The atmosphere and world of the original Death Stranding are one of the game's most prominent features, but the exposition-heavy storytelling could be improved on in Death Stranding 2. With a new storyline that hopefully doesn't take so much emphasis on revealing the secrets of the past, the more in-the-moment storyline and the outlook to the future have more opportunities for the Death Stranding story to be shown rather than being told.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 21:30:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/death-stranding-2-cutscenes-journals-letters-better-dialogue-perspective-shift-good/ A Baldur's Gate 3 player created a Dragonborn character with an appearance reminiscent of one of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and posted their handiwork on social media for others to see. The work received praise from other Baldur's Gate 3 players, with some stating their temptation to go on a new campaign with a Dragonborn of their own.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 19:57:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-tmnt-dragonborn-donatello/ The new Tactical Pets introduced to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone in Season 5's Blackcell bundle are being called out for providing players with unfair "pay to win" advantages. Season 5 of Call of Duty added several new operators to the playable roster, including the return of Phillip Graves from the Modern Warfare 2 campaign and a celebration of 50 years of hip hop with popular musicians Snoop Dogg, Nicki Minaj, and 21 Savage.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 19:54:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/call-of-duty-pets-pay-to-win-black-cell-bundle/ Some Destiny 2 players are extremely disappointed with Bungie’s announcement about not launching new Ritual Armor sets with every expansion. This was highlighted in the recent “State of the Game” article which also revealed more about Destiny 2’s plans for the future.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 19:47:26 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-ritual-armor-sets/ Atlus has revealed more information about the second kingdom that players will find in Persona 5 Tactica. In Persona 5 Tactica, the Phantom Thieves find themselves on another adventure through the Metaverse. This time they're transported to a strange new world inspired by the French Revolution, with Tactica also introducing two new characters: Erina and Toshiro. A new trailer from Atlus gives a brief overview of these new places the Phantom Thieves will fight through.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 19:28:41 GMT https://gamerant.com/persona-5-tactica-japan-kingdom/ Baldur's Gate 3 players looking to improve their game's frame rate should consider switching the game to Fullscreen as opposed to Borderless Windowed, which is the default option. Following years of anticipation, the full release of Baldur's Gate 3 is available now for PC gamers. Earning widespread critical acclaim and quickly becoming one of the most popular Steam games in history, Baldur's Gate 3's PC release has been a monumental success so far.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 18:34:14 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-best-settings-for-fps/ The Sims 4 has been spellbinding players for almost a decade, and with new mods and expansion packs, excitement remains high. Players eagerly anticipate these mods and expansion packs, test what they bring to the table, and how they can leverage them to improve their gameplay. Among the most popular expansion packs in The Sims 4 is the "Vampires" which introduced the ability to turn Sims into vampires.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 18:00:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-sims-4-get-plasma-fruit/ A blind Street Fighter 6 player dazzled the crowd with an impressive victory at EVO 2023, and his win is going viral online. The annual Evolution Championship Series is set to run from August 4 to August 6 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Los Vegas, and features professional gamers from all around the world as they compete against each other in a wide assortment of fighting games both old and new.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 17:52:28 GMT https://gamerant.com/blind-street-fighter-6-player-evo-2023-win/ An Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim player has finally leveled up all skills to 100 after 11 years with the game. The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim first launched in 2011 and was a massive success for Bethesda. The game was a landmark release that remains hugely popular to this day.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 16:51:35 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-all-skills-points/ The imminent Invasion update for Overwatch 2 is shaping up to be the game's biggest content drop yet, and Scott Lawlor, the game's Audio and Technical Narrative Director, has revealed that a ton of new lines of dialogue will arrive along with it. Though Overwatch 2's PvE content has been a controversial topic since many of its features were revealed to be cut, the Invasion update will be kicking off this new game mode with three new story mission for players to enjoy.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 15:59:58 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-invasion-voice-lines-number-count/ Blizzard is reportedly banning Diablo 4 players found using an exploit that lets them transfer their Eternal Realm characters to the Seasonal Realm. This Diablo 4 bug was recently discovered by a community member which quickly became the talk of the town considering how game-breaking it was.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 15:50:56 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-eternal-realm-season-1-character-transfer-ban/ In Five Nights At Freddy's: Security Breach - Ruin, Cassie is quickly pulled into the chaos and mystery of the Pizzaplex, and its many secrets. One way she, and the player, can uncover these secrets is by collecting the various collectibles scattered throughout the DLC. These can be broken into two categories: Normal Collectibles and AR Collectibles.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 15:00:20 GMT https://gamerant.com/fnaf-five-nights-at-freddys-security-breach-ruin-chapter-1-all-collectibles-monty-golf/ Blizzard has confirmed several details regarding the next seasonal battle pass in Overwatch 2, revealing that Ana will be the lucky hero to receive the new Mythic-tier skin which is to be introduced in Season 6. The next season for Overwatch 2 is set to be its biggest yet, launching alongside the Invasion update that will kick off the game's PvE mode with three new co-operative missions that will see players battling Null Sector forces in cities around the globe.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 14:53:14 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-season-6-mythic-skins-ana/ Overwatch 2 has revealed a series of hero adjustments coming to the game in Season 6, including a buff to Lifeweaver’s Tree of Life ability and a nerf to Kiriko's Protection Suzu. It has also been confirmed that Cassidy will receive a nerf to the range of his Magnetic Grenade ability, while Mercy's damage boost will be amplified.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 14:49:54 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-season-6-changes-nerfs-buffs-lifeweaver-kiriko-mercy/ The free Underworld Desdemona skin will become unavailable once the next Fortnite update goes live, so players that have acquired the Coldest Circle Quest Pack must complete it before it's too late. When Fortnite first came out, it wasn't as common for players to own skins. There were few cosmetic items compared to the extensive pool that exists nowadays, and nearly all of them could only be acquired if players got the Battle Pass or purchased V-Bucks, the in-game currency. However, times have changed, and thankfully, Fortnite now makes it much easier for players to get free cosmetic items regularly.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 14:45:18 GMT https://gamerant.com/free-fortnite-skins-underworld-desdemona/ The post-nuclear landscape of Fallout 76 offers the same Atompunk retro appeal of Fallout with a multiplayer twist. With players now actively competing for resources and supremacy in Fallout’s post-apocalyptic wasteland, Fallout 76 players need to rock the best arsenal or risk falling prey to their stronger counterparts.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 14:00:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/fallout-76-where-to-find-lever-action-rifle-plans/ In Genshin Impact version 3.4, Hoyoverse added a big event called "Second Blooming," in which players could gain a free skin for 4* Electro unit Lisa. However, all the way back in version 2.0, Genshin Impact already added a hidden achievement of the same name, which can be a little bit easy to miss and forget. Furthermore, the skin event having the same name as the achievement while being way more popular has likely made a lot of players who didn't already have the achievement completely unaware of its existence, with all "second blooming" discussions being about Lisa and her new skin.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:00:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/genshin-impact-second-blooming-achievement-quest-guide/ Wasting no time addressing some of the issues standing in the way of players’ enjoyment of its long-awaited CRPG, Baldur’s Gate 3, developer Larian Studios has released the first hotfix for the game only a day after its launch. Despite receiving high marks from many critics and fans some players have already expressed their frustration with issues ranging from how Baldur’s Gate 3 handles co-op to crashes when playing the game on Steam Deck.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 01:37:03 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-hotfix-1-patch-notes/ Diablo 4 has fixed the bug that allowed players to move their Eternal characters to the Seasonal Realms. Diablo 4 Season 1 began towards the end of last month, and it's been an eventful one already.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 00:37:45 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-eternal-characters-enter-seasonal-realm-bug-fixed/ For some fans of Stardew Valley, playing the game serves as a relaxing escape, but one player's impressively detailed spreadsheet has turned the game into some seriously in-depth work. There are many passionate fans in the Stardew Valley community, and this particular player's approach to the game will have some fans envious of their organizational skills.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 00:25:50 GMT https://gamerant.com/stardew-valley-player-spreadsheet-organization/ Gunfire Games rolled out yet another major Remnant 2 patch that introduces a wide variety of bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements, but also happens to nerf two of the game's best weapons, Nightfall and Enigma. This is the second update to the action RPG that the developer released in August, arriving shortly after a comprehensive Remnant 2 hotfix was pushed out to Xbox consoles.

]]> Sat, 05 Aug 2023 00:11:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/remnant-2-patch-nightfall-enigma-nerfs/ Blizzard has released a brand-new trailer for Overwatch 2 that is all about the hero shooter's new PvE story missions. Overwatch fans have been asking for proper story missions for years, and now it's finally happening with the massive Invasion update on August 10.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 23:43:48 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-pve-story-missions-giant-omnic-trailer/ The Enigma in Overwatch 2 has finally been confirmed to be none other than John Cena. John Cena himself has been teasing his potential involvement with Overwatch 2 on social media, and now the cat is officially out of the bag.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 22:31:50 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-enigma-john-cena/ A Fallout 4 clip shows an interaction between a player and a Mr. Gutsy robot that resulted in the latter exploding. There are many robotic NPCs in Fallout 4's open world, and the Mr. Gutsy units that players may encounter offer a unique option for players specializing in the luck perk.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 21:44:21 GMT https://gamerant.com/fallout-4-mr-gutsy-interaction-clip/ A Baldur's Gate 3 player has an important tip for struggling adventurers. The full launch of Baldur's Gate 3 on PC has led to a massive influx of new players that may find the complexities of the Dungeons and Dragons game overwhelming. Simply learning how combat works is no simple matter, so figuring out all the complexities that Larian Studios has introduced may take some time. This trick, which allows Baldur's Gate 3 players to quickly enter stealth as a group, could save players' parties.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 19:55:14 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-stealth-sneak-button/ A Baldur's Gate 3 player used the character creator system to make Papa Smurf in the game. After much anticipation, Baldur's Gate 3 has finally arrived to take players on a new adventure.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 19:14:56 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-papa-smurf/ Some players are upset about a particular restriction that Baldur's Gate 3 places on co-op games. Larian's latest RPG is already a hit with fans and critics for its story and gameplay. It seems that Baldur's Gate 3 is raising the bar for developers and will likely be talked about for years to come. That doesn't mean the game is perfect, however.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:38:27 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-co-op-character-wont-leave/ An imaginative Minecraft player has built the Pandora biosphere from James Cameron's Avatar film in the game. The sandbox nature of Minecraft allows players to create almost everything: from realistic volcanoes and giant crab statues to the Mausoleum from Dark Souls 3's Ringed City DLC. Hundreds of creations have surfaced on the internet thus far, leaving fans in awe of their inspirational designs.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:32:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/minecraft-avatar-pandora-build/ One brave Diablo 4 player managed to beat a Level 100 Nightmare Dungeon using a Level 75 Sorcerer. Not only this achievement is impressive because of the character’s level, but also because Sorcerers are not considered a very strong class in the game, to the point that Sorcerers will be buffed in Diablo 4’s 1.1.1 update.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:30:11 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-level-100-nightmare-dungeons-sorcerer-builds-hydra/ Blizzard has released a brand-new in-game animated short for Overwatch 2 Damage hero Sojourn that sets up the PvE story missions coming as part of the big Invasion update on August 10. The PvE story missions will finally see story content and cutscenes in Overwatch 2 itself, but for years, Blizzard has been telling the hero shooter's story through comic books, short stories, and some gorgeous animated shorts.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 18:03:15 GMT https://gamerant.com/overwatch-2-sojourn-animated-short/ Gamers looking for a PlayStation 5 can save $50 soon at Target retail stores for a limited time. This temporary price drop is one of the lowest consumers have been able to pick up the PS5 at a brick-and-mortar store.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:08:36 GMT https://gamerant.com/ps5-deal-discount-sale-target/ A few The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim players recently had a discussion about the worst perk trees in the game. Despite the game being over a decade old at this point, Skyrim fans are still debating about many aspects of the game such as who is the best follower in Skyrim, and this latest discussion highlighted some of the ways that a few skills simply don’t seem as effective as others.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:04:47 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-worst-perks-skills/ Over the last decade, PlayStation has really pushed to create a library of popular first-party IPs, and it's succeeded far more than it's failed. Though disappointments like Days Gone exist, they're definitely the outliers, with God of War, The Last of Us, Marvel's Spider-Man, Horizon, and a good few more all proving that PlayStation's resources weren't squandered. And with these IPs now under its belt, PlayStation can use them in a variety of ways moving forward, with PC ports being the company's first step.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 17:04:16 GMT https://gamerant.com/playstation-exclusives-pc-ports-struggle-low-sales-explained/ Following much anticipation, HoYoverse has unveiled the 4.0 version of Genshin Impact and its including Fontaine nation, confirming its release date and detailing some of the content that players can expect from the incoming update. The new info was shared as part of an hour-long Genshin Impact 4.0 Special Program event which was live-streamed via YouTube and Twitch.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 16:27:14 GMT https://gamerant.com/genshin-impact-4-0-trailer-characters-bosses-fontaine-region/ Ed Boon has been teasing the return of Reptile, a classic character that has been on many fans’ wish lists for Mortal Kombat 1. The beloved co-creator of Mortal Kombat is known for playfully engaging with fans on social media and dropping cryptic hints about NetherRealm’s upcoming projects before they are officially announced. This has also been true Mortal Kombat 1, with Ed Boon asking players which classic gameplay modes from past MK titles they would like to see return and teasing upcoming roster announcements.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:30:21 GMT https://gamerant.com/mortal-kombat-1-characters-reptile/ Baldur's Gate 3 players are showering Larian Studios with praise over the developer's decision to release the massively popular game without any microtransactions or other kinds of in-game purchases. Hype for Baldur's Gate 3 has been through the roof, and it seems that the massive RPG has largely lived up to expectations.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:25:57 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-no-microtransactions-in-game-purchases/ Since The Sims 4 was first released, a common complaint was that babies were essentially objects. They are restricted to their bassinets and have limited options for interacting with other Sims and the world around them. However, the Sims teams freed the babies with a life stage called Infants that came in a base game update on March 14, 2023.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:31:32 GMT https://gamerant.com/the-sims-4-infants-guide-traits-crib-food-recipes/ Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is shaping up to be a massive success. Not only did the first two games in the franchise sell incredibly well, guaranteeing a big fan base for the upcoming sequel, but Sony has been wise to treat the game like a big release. Alongside a collector’s edition for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 with an impressive statue that shows Venom and the two wall-crawlers doing battle, a special console and controller have been created. Intriguingly, fans were also able to purchase the faceplates for the console separately.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:30:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/marvels-spider-man-2-ps5-faceplates-sold-seperately-good/ Mortal Kombat 1 is among this year's most anticipated titles. Following Liu Kang's reinvention of the series' universe, the door has been opened for new and exciting versions of fan-favorite characters to take the spotlight. However, the past few months have seen that spotlight shift toward Mortal Kombat 1's DLC fighters, an element that is usually focused upon post-release. Mortal Kombat 1's DLC packs have been the subject of online leaks, each revealing additions to the main roster and new Kameo fighters. The title's second DLC pack seemingly includes plenty of fan favorites, but one, in particular, seems especially perfect for Mortal Kombat 1's main roster, as their penchant for over-the-top violence and a decades-long legacy align with that of the Mortal Kombat franchise.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:24 GMT https://gamerant.com/mortal-kombat-1-second-dlc-doomslayer-doom-gore-violence-rumors-leaks/ It has been almost three years since Larian Studios announced that it would be tossing the early access build of Baldur’s Gate 3 to its ravenous fans. Its release boosted the hunger for a new entry in a series that undoubtedly helped the RPG genre cement its legacy in the gaming landscape. With Baldur’s Gate 3’s full release, a new era for the title begins in earnest, showering players with a truly awe-inspiring amount of information, options, and opportunities to be had in a game that never seems to lack something to do.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 07:03:16 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-review/ Atlus confirms that the two fan favorite Phantom Thief members, Goro Akechi and Kasumi Yoshizawa, will be a part of Persona 5 Tactica's post-launch "Repaint Your Heart" DLC pack. Shortly after the game's reveal in June, Atlus has been sharing information about this tactics-based strategy RPG over the past few weeks, such as details about Tactica's new characters like Erina and Toshiro, the mechanics, and even some of its DLC. One piece of DLC that caught the attention of many fans was the third Challenge pack.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 04:43:17 GMT https://gamerant.com/persona-5-tactica-repaint-your-heart-dlc-favorite-phantom-thieves/ One talented Elden Ring fan has created dazzling paintings of the game's landscapes, including Atlus Plateau, Swamp of Aeonia, and Capital Outskirts. Since the game's launch in 2022, Elden Ring fans have represented their love for the game in different ways, such as drawing the game's locations and building them with lego bricks. Recently, one crafty fan recreated Lyndell Royal Capital in a hand-made miniature, while another turned Elden Ring into a trading card game inspired by Magic: The Gathering.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 03:57:21 GMT https://gamerant.com/elden-ring-landscape-swamp-aeonia-atlus-plateau-paintings/ Call of Duty: Warzone's development team has recently offered comments regarding a tactical sprint bug that's been impacting players since the start of Season 5. The latest season for the popular battle royale game is just getting underway, and with its launch came a new patch. The patch notes for Warzone Season 5 revealed lots of new content as well as bug fixes. Unfortunately, however, it seems that the update also introduced a new bug into the game.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:23:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/call-of-duty-warzone-tactical-sprint-bug-season-5-dev-response/ After an extended absence following the release of Mortal Kombat 11, NetherRealm Studios’ popular Kombat Kast returns next week ahead of the launch of Mortal Kombat 1. With several characters from Mortal Kombat 1’s launch roster still yet to be named, the online show is likely to play home to some long-awaited character reveals.

]]> Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:02:31 GMT https://gamerant.com/mortal-kombat-1-kombat-kast-tease/ Destiny 2's Deepsight weapon crafting has received several updates to improve its functionality, and according to the latest State of the Game blog post, Bungie plans to introduce several Exotic Weapons as craftable offerings in Season 22 alongside the highly-anticipated Exotic Mission Rotator feature. The Exotic Mission Rotator adheres to Bungie's goal of enriching Destiny 2's content and improving the replayability of older activities to combat the growing seasonal fatigue in the community.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 21:15:29 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-season-22-more-craftable-exotics-mission-rotator/ Grinding Gear Games recently held its first ExileCon since 2019, back when the company first unveiled Path of Exile 2 to the world, putting a big hype train in motion that would unfortunately soon find obstructions on its path through Covid. This year, GGG doubled down on everything about the game, including the revelation that Path of Exile 2 will be a standalone game contrary to what was stated back then, all while both PoE 2 and the original game keep getting new updates for players to enjoy. Sharing the same ARPG roots means that many comparisons can be drawn between GGG's upcoming game and the Diablo franchise, and an easy one stems from the similarities shared by the Huntress and the Amazon.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 21:14:19 GMT https://gamerant.com/path-of-exile-2-diablo-huntress-amazon-javelin-spear-gameplay-skills-similar/ Bungie has revealed that it will not be increasing the current power level cap in Destiny 2 for Season 22, but plans to make the game a little more challenging. This level cap has remained unchanged since the Destiny 2 Lightfall DLC launched, and it seems Bungie plans to keep it that way for one more season.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 20:33:03 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-not-raising-power-level-season-22-game-harder/ A new Skyrim mod adds a climbing feature, making the experience more similar to modern games. Thousands of mods have been added to Skyrim over the years, and the feature that this one focuses on may modernize the experience for some players.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:33:16 GMT https://gamerant.com/new-skyrim-mods-climbing/ The indie adventure game Somerville is coming to PS4 and PS5 this month, after being an Xbox exclusive for almost a year. Somerville is a short third-person adventure in which players explore a city during an alien invasion. It was developed by the indie studio Jumpship, which was co-founded by Dino Patti, who previously worked on indie hits like Limbo and Inside.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:25:22 GMT https://gamerant.com/somerville-ps5-ps4-release/ Baldur's Gate 3 is already a massive success for Larian Studios and one of the most popular games in Steam history. Hype has been incredibly high for Baldur's Gate 3 in the months leading up to its release, and now the big day is finally here. PC gamers are free to jump into Larian's latest and finally see what the gigantic game has to offer beyond the content that was available in its Early Access state.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 19:20:30 GMT https://gamerant.com/best-steam-games-baldurs-gate-3-chart/ Bungie has announced new Strand aspects for Destiny 2's three classes and reworks for multiple Exotics in the upcoming Season 22, following the successful sandbox updates in Season of the Deep. Destiny 2's weapon and class balancing is ever-changing, thanks to a steady stream of seasonal content updates. The developers rely on feedback from the community and in-game statistics to determine if any gear needs a boost in power or a nerf to maintain a level playing field.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 18:53:41 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-strand-aspects-exotics-season-22/ Destiny 2's Lightfall era was likely the most anticipated an expansion and its accompanying seasons have ever been for Bungie's looter-shooter, and a good part of that hype was coming from the incredible success of the stories told with The Witch Queen as well as its gameplay. The Final Shape and its seasons were a big question mark, however, as Lightfall was received poorly as an expansion due to narrative hiccups that the seasonal loop for Season of Defiance couldn't really help fix. As such, the general consensus was that being cautiously optimistic about The Final Shape was the best play, but things might have changed for the better with Bungie's confirmed plans - although some burning questions remain.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 18:53:17 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-the-final-shape-cayde-6-witness-location-seasons-saga-end-issues-why/ Updated Capcom financial information confirms that the Resident Evil 2 remake has officially overtaken Resident Evil 7 to become the best-selling Resident Evil game in franchise history so far. Capcom has been on an absolute roll lately, and a fact reflected by the company's top-selling games, almost all of which are titles that have released within the last decade.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:06:51 GMT https://gamerant.com/best-selling-resident-evil-games/ Bungie is continuing its crusade against Destiny 2 cheat manufacturers as it has sued Ring-1. Bungie has already seen great success in its battle against Destiny 2 cheat sellers, and it plans to keep the momentum going.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 17:01:38 GMT https://gamerant.com/destiny-2-cheat-makers-bungie-lawsuit/ The winner of the first Disney Dreamlight Valley DreamSnaps has revealed the prize for placing first, leaving many gamers shocked at just how many Moonstones they can earn from competing. Disney Dreamlight Valley is currently in early access, which means that even though it's available to the public, only gamers who have purchased a Founder's Pack or own a Game Pass subscription get access to it. Disney Dreamlight Valley should go free-to-play in 2023, granting everyone full access to it without having to spend real money.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:29:33 GMT https://gamerant.com/disney-dreamlight-valley-free-moonstones-dreamsnaps-rewards-prizes/ The Path of Exile franchise, the spiritual successor to Diablo 2 that first made rounds about ten years ago, seeks to take a stranglehold on the looter RPG genre with its Path of Exile 2 sequel. The original Path of Exile borrowed heavily from the Diablo series and met a reception of stellar reviews, and the new installment seeks to build on the long strides taken by its predecessor. Already the talk of the town, the gaming community has high expectations for Path of Exile 2, with many expecting it to rival Diablo 4 in terms of fan satisfaction and overall gameplay. Coming with a plethora of classes for players to exploit, these groups bear some similarities to various Diablo titles, and players want to see how Path of Exile 2's monk compares to Diablo 3's.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 16:03:30 GMT https://gamerant.com/path-of-exile-2-monk-diablo-3-comparison-similar-different/ A dedicated Minecraft player spent hours building a giant tower inspired by the Mausoleum from Dark Souls 3’s Ringed City DLC. This impressive creation should make Dark Souls 3 players nostalgic and proves once again the flexibility Minecraft offers for creative players who want to build famous landscapes in this sandbox game.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:44:33 GMT https://gamerant.com/minecraft-dark-souls-3-tower-build/ Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke has opened up on what's next for the company following the release of Baldur's Gate 3 and chimed in on the possibility of the Belgian developer getting acquired by Microsoft. His insights into the award-winning studio coincided with the launch of the PC version of Baldur's Gate 3, which is already available for download in the West.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:38:51 GMT https://gamerant.com/baldurs-gate-3-developer-next-game-microsoft-acquisition/ Sony launched the new era of PlayStation Plus in June 2022, combining the previous version with PS Now. Although the latter subscription service was around for a fairly long time, PS Now struggled to get over its early negative reputation, so a revamp was needed to wipe the slate clean.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:16:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/playstation-ps-plus-free-games-added-all/ Hades has seen its most difficult challenge conquered, an achievement that, while possible, was long considered statistically improbable. It was just last week when another Hades content creator detailed why the game had never been beaten at the maximum difficulty, only for it to be finally bested.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:03:12 GMT https://gamerant.com/hades-64-heat-run-completed/ An industry analyst has revealed that the DualSense Edge controller for the PlayStation 5 is the best-selling accessory of 2023 in the US in dollar sales. The DualSense Edge is a pro-level PS5 controller primarily aimed at competitive gamers, and it comes with a bunch of notable features that set it apart from the standard DualSense controller.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:14:41 GMT https://gamerant.com/dualsense-edge-bestselling-gaming-accessory/ Sony's PlayStation Plus has been around for more than a decade, however, the service received a full makeover in June 2022. Prior to this change, PS Plus granted subscribers access to online multiplayer, free monthly games, and a few other benefits like unique discounts on the PS Store. During this period, players could also subscribe to PlayStation Now to gain access to a library of PS4, PS3, and some PS2 games.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:30:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/playstation-plus-premium-extra-essential-explained/ The many characters who take up residence in Disney Dreamlight Valley truly live up to the iconic personalities depicted in their respective films. Buzz Lightyear, noble and justice-seeking Space Ranger, is no exception to this, demonstrating a persistent determination to patrol and protect the valley from the forces of evil.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 12:00:25 GMT https://gamerant.com/disney-dreamlight-valley-the-fragmented-past-buzz-lightyear-friendship-quest/ In Version 3.0, Genshin Impact introduced the beautiful region of Sumeru, and with it, one of the most frustrating hidden achievements yet. The Lengthy Reunion is a hidden achievement that will task the player with following a non-hostile sumpter beast from Vissudha Field, Sumeru to Ashavan Realm, Sumeru. Much like its name implies, the achievement is pretty lengthy in relation to other hidden achievements, and there are a lot of factors outside the player's control that can go wrong while attempting to earn it. Completing The Lengthy Reunion hidden achievement will earn the player 5 Primogems like most other achievements, but will also award the player with an additional Exquisite Chest.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 11:00:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/genshin-impact-the-lengthy-reunion-hidden-achievement-guide/ Disney Dreamlight Valley has just announced an upcoming realm along with its new characters. The most recent addition to the game was in June 2023 with the introduction of update 5. During that update, Disney Dreamlight Valley introduced the Fairy Godmother as a character, along with other inclusions. Gameloft has done its homework and has put effort in bringing popular characters into the game world, and many fans are excited to hear when fresh characters and settings are hinted at.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:42:23 GMT https://gamerant.com/disney-dreamlight-valley-new-characters-realm/ Scoring the Platinum Trophy in The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is impressive on its own, but one gamer decided to secure the final trophy in a hilarious way. With 75 achievements available to unlock in Skyrim, securing the entire list in the open-world game can take quite a bit of time. This gamer polished off the collection in a way most Skyrim players can likely appreciate.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 03:06:58 GMT https://gamerant.com/skyrim-player-unlocks-platinum-trophy-hilarious/ Diablo 4's 1.1.1 patch will feature a fix to ongoing performance concerns with the game. The game has had its fair share of issues. Some are totally game-breaking and some are glitches that give players unfair advantages. such being the case with one Diablo 4 bug that allows Eternal characters to enter the Seasonal Realm. However, even with all these bugs, the biggest worry of most fans is how the game can run as smoothly as possible.

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 02:44:18 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-patch-111-fix-vram-performance-issues/ Gunfire Games' latest release Remnant 2 has rocketed to the tops of Steam charts and is taking over consoles around the world, as it looks to bring forth a new era of Soulslike gaming. With an expansive and ever-changing assortment of worlds, enemies, and dungeons for players to explore as any of the many character classes, the game promises to offer a plethora of experiences in one enormous, highly-replayable title.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 22:07:17 GMT https://gamerant.com/remnant-2-best-archetypes-solo-players-ranked/ Blizzard has revealed the full patch notes for the Diablo 4 patch 1.1.1. This details all the major changes coming to the game, almost a week before the Diablo 4 patch 1.1.1 actually goes live.

]]> Wed, 02 Aug 2023 21:47:04 GMT https://gamerant.com/diablo-4-patch-notes-update-1-1-1/