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In D&D, once the characters in a party get too many levels, and start accumulating magical items, it can be difficult for a DM to give them a worthy challenge. While the DM can use the usual enemies for a high-level party, like dragons or beholders, it is better to give the players a challenge they were not expecting. This keeps the game from getting stale and repetitive; and gives the players memories of their characters’ adventures that will stand out from the others....

While it may be true that classic titles offer some of the most challenging experiences in video games, that’s not to say that punishing gameplay and controller-shattering frustration is not to be found in subsequent generations. There are numerous action games that can test your grit and skill with steep learning curves, unforgiving enemies, and harrowing level design. Action games can be tough, but the list compiled here takes top honors in cruelty....

When it was released back in 2013, The Last of Us was practically touted as the paragon of gaming. Virtually every aspect of its production was endlessly praised, especially its story, characters, and performances. And we love The Last of Us as much as the next person, and we agree that its story is among the best that gaming has to offer. But it’s not perfect. Like a lot of games, holes can be poked into its internal logic and story....

Metal Gear Solid V ranks as one of the most incredible open-world stealth/action games of all time. That’s due largely to deep gameplay, an excellent combat system, and a focus on using the terrain to your tactical advantage. Many of us have already enjoyed what the game has to offer, but we may not know as much about the game as we first thought. Today we’re taking a look at 10 things you didn’t know about Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, so put on your sneaking suit, and let’s get to work!...

Grand Theft Auto IV was something of a rebirth for the franchise to usher in the high definition era. Niko Bellic’s journey took place in Liberty City, but it was an entirely different place than the Liberty City from 2001’s GTA III. The story itself was more tragic and impactful than fans were previously used to. The main character goes through more trials and tribulations than most people can handle. In that spirit, the following list will highlight the ten worst things that happened to Niko Bellic....

The Audi e-tron and Tesla Model X are both great EV choices, but there are some distinctions that you should know about. To start, both vehicles are all-electric SUVs. © Grzegorz Czapski/Shutterstock.com Although the luxury SUV market is getting pretty crowded, the E-Tron and Model X remain relatively unchanged, and some feel they are both starting to show their age. With that said, these are still two solid choices in the electric SUV lineup....

While at present Red Dead Redemption 2 is all the hype—not surprising, considering it was a cumulative effort by Rockstar Games over eight long years—let’s not forget about its predecessor, 2010’s Red Dead Redemption. It took the steadfast GTA formula and transposed it to the Wild West, yet it was saddled with a stronger and emotional story and a thick atmosphere steeped in real-life American history—resulting in both an exhilarating yet moving experience, bittersweet to the core....

When it comes to the video game industry, the way that we view entertainment and gaming has changed dramatically, and part of this has to do with innovative games that changed the way that players viewed the act of playing a video game. The Sims and Simcity were two games that really set the precedent for changing the way that we play games, and offering players their first glimpse into the simulator world....

30 Hellboy 3 Would Have Pitted Liz Against Hellboy As we all know by now, the upcoming Hellboy film is not meant to be another film in the original film series by Del Toro, but rather a reboot of sorts that brings a whole new story and side of the demonic hero to life. However a third film in the Ron Perlman led franchise was scheduled, and according to Del Toro would have featured Hellboy facing his toughest enemy yet: his love interest Liz....

It wasn’t until recently that gamers received a new, official Mega Man title. Back in the mid-twenty-teens, Mega Man 11 didn’t exist, and things looked promising as Keiji Inafune was hard at work on Mighty No. 9, a spiritual successor to the classic platformer. For fans wanting something more of the blue-bomber feels, there was also the roguelike 20XX. Batterystaple Games, 20XX‘s developer, is now looking to expand on that universe....

A brand new day brings a fresh Wordle puzzle to stump even the sharpest of wordsmiths, and if you already know which words work and which don’t, then that is half the battle. Give yourself a better shot at success by utilizing some help from Twinfinite; in this helpful guide, we will go through all 5-letter words with O as the second letter, so you know exactly what to guess when facing such a problem....

Key Points: As of summer 2022, customer demand for Ford’s EVs far exceeds its manufacturing capacity.Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV proved so popular the company closed orders for it by mid-2022. The Verge reports Ford plans to build 270,000 units in 2023. The F-150 Lightning is a full-size light-duty pickup with a single cab and bed configuration – a Supercrew cab seating 5 individuals and a 5.5-ft bed. Ford aims to electrify 40% to 50% of its vehicle lineup and achieve 100% electrification in Europe by 2030....

Fairy Tail, a new RPG based on the manga series by Hiro Mashima, has been announced for PlayStation 4, Switch, and PC (via Gematsu). Gust and Koei Tecmo Games are working on the game as its developer and publisher respectively. Mashima will supervise the direction to ensure the game is a faithful reproduction of the Fairy Tail world of Fiore. Players will take on the roles of the manga protagonists Natsu Dragneel and Lucy Heartfilia, and encounter many other iconic characters on their journey through the RPG....

Today, Russian media holding company Gazprom Media announced that a movie adaptation of Metro 2033 will begin filming next year to premiere in 2022 (via Variety). At present, it is only a Russian premiere, but as the books and video game series are incredibly popular with a global audience the movie will hit our silver screens at some point. Producer Valery Fedorovich said of the adaptation, ‘this is a dream project, the most ambitious and large-scale film that we have ever launched....

Announced at this year’s E3, A Way Out is a story-driven co-op game from the creators of Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons and was scheduled to launch in 2018 on PC, Xbox One and PS4, but what appears to be a recent leak suggests the EA-published game won’t be released until 2019. A Reddit user claiming to have been put on an internal mailing list for the publisher has posted an image of marketing materials showing campaign roadmaps for both action adventure title Fe, and the aforementioned A Way Out from Hazelight Studios....

Age of Empires 4 will allow you to take control of a Delhi Sultanate-based civilization style. It is in fact one of the hardest civilizations to get started with. Each civilization has its own unique perk and the Delhi Sultanate is no different. While it is one of the most technologically advanced civs in the game, it does pose a challenge to start with. However, follow these simple tips and tricks and you will be good to go!...

It’s hard trying to keep track of all the anime-inspired games on Roblox because there’s such a wealth of them, but it’s safe to say that Dragon Blox is one of the most popular. Previously known as Super Saiyan Simulator 2, the Dragon Ball Z-inspired open-world brawler continues to go from strength to strength. If you’ve arrived here, you’re likely pondering the question: What are all the Dragon Blox codes in Roblox at the moment?...

NPC, also known as non-playable characters, form an important part of a game, and Elden Ring is no different, with several NPCs across different locations in the game. However, if you are new to the game, knowing the locations of all of these NPCs can be rather tricky. To make life easier for you, we have got just the guide. Here, we will show you all there is to know about the locations of these NPCs, so keep reading....

The survival horror genre has stolen a great deal of thunder from any other games aiming to terrify and disturb players in recent years, but for many, the horror and supernatural elements of the F.E.A.R. franchise remain unmatched. With F.E.A.R. 3, Day 1 Studios is laying the gore on thick, but won’t just be giving fans another chance to work their way through a mysterious and gloomy campaign. A broad crop of new multiplayer modes are in the works, and the latest trailer gives a brief explanation of how each one will function, with some blood-filled screenshots thrown in for good measure....

‘Gotham Knights’ promises an exciting brand new adventure that will take fans and gamers new to the Batman franchise to areas of Gotham unseen outside of the DC Comics that have inspired the game. And, with the game’s release on next gen consoles and PC only a week away now. Join me as I break down the confirmed list of characters for the game, both heroes and villains, discussing who they are and what their role in the game will be....