Steven Messner

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Skyrim-esque Set in the same world as Pillars of Eternity, Avowed is Obsidian's big new first-person RPG.

Guide A quick reference of how China's largest tech conglomerate has quietly expanded into videogames.

guide A simple overview of the Baldur's Gate 3 races, their ability bonuses, features, and subraces.

SOS EVE-Scout is on a mission to make the universe a better place.

Act 1 Incredible art and animation coupled with a gripping story makes Arcane one of the best TV series of the year.

Friend indeed A guide to hiring the best of the best in the medieval continent of Calradia.

Explainer Unpacking the hype around Nier Replicant, Yoko Taro, and his controversial and strange games.

Hit the beach Age doesn't make it feel any less innovative.

Dead weight Big delays, underwhelming updates, and inconsistent direction have squandered whatever potential Shadowlands once had.

Long time coming Caitlyn and Vi take shelter among the Undercity's rejects, while Viktor and Jayce discover a new breakthrough with Hextech.

Corrupted Vi and Caitlyn join forces for an excursion into the undercity, while Piltover's finest continue to cut deals with crooks.

Lost years Arcane's second act kicks off with a time-skip and a bang, as tensions between Piltover and the Undercity begin to rise.

Choices, choices A comprehensive breakdown of Riot's various League of Legends games, so you can decide which one is right for you.

Bad Blood The final episode of Arcane's first act is unforgettable.

Script Flip Arcane ups the stakes in a sprawling, fast-paced second episode.

Origin story Lab heists, street brawls, and mad scientists. Arcane's first episode is a banger.

AlaMMO New World's big, open-world battles are a powder keg of fun.