Summary Players will level up in the traditional sense while playingClair Obscur: Expedition 33.Fighting enemies will net players EXP, which will then increase levels, but making the party stronger isn’t automatic. There are two types of points that players will get upon leveling up:Skill Points and Attribute Points. Every character has askill tree inClair Obscur: Expedition 33,and every character has an Attribute menu that can boost basic stats most RPG fans know about, like HP and Defense....

Summary Rockstarisn’t just known for making some of the best open-world games of all time—it’s also responsible for some of the best mobile ports in gaming. While many companies churn out low-effort cash grabs when adapting console classics for mobile, Rockstar has consistently delivered premium experiences with full-fledged versions oftheir best games, optimized for touch controls. These games aren’t just nostalgic trips; they’re proof that a well-made mobile port can preserve gaming history and keep legendary titles alive for a new generation....

The so-called cozy genre has exploded in popularity throughout the last decade, and the upcomingTales of the Shireis expected to further expand it. TheLord of the Ringsspin-offpurports to hone in on the magical and quaint elements of Tolkien’s fantasy landscape, centering on the laidback and unflappable Hobbits. There’s a lot of promise in this concept, which is exactly what the cozy genre needs; cozy games have gotten stale in recent years, withStardew ValleyandAnimal Crossingclones being a dime a dozen these days....

Summary The Switch’s biggestThe Legend of Zeldatitles,Breath of the WildandTearsof the Kingdom, are getting a weapon repair mechanic in their Switch 2 versions, but only through the Nintendo Switch app. As many expected, Nintendo revealed several upgrades tothese games in its April 2 Switch 2 Direct, but one of the most game-changing new features wasn’t apparent until reviewers got to demo the new console. Switch 2 players will get a solution to one of the most controversial features in recentZeldagames, but it comes with a big asterisk....

The Witcher 4could very well slide into the next console generation, according to a recent investors' call by CD Projekt Red. The hotly anticipated follow-up to 2015’sThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, a game that many consider among the best of all time, has quite a lot of eyes on it for obvious reasons, and the hype train hit full steam followingan intriguing 2024 Game Awards trailer. But that hype may need to be tempered a bit, as CDPR claims thatThe Witcher 4won’t be coming until 2027 at the earliest....

Summary Sony’s upcoming film adaptation of their beloved horror franchiseUntil Dawnhas been hotly anticipated, but not all fans have been convinced that it’s faithful enough to the source material. Like the game,Until Dawnfollows a group of teens arriving at a remote cabin in the snowy wilderness, though viewers were quick to note the drastically different characters and monsters featured in the trailer. Despite some familiar iconography, the film appears to be following a largely different story and premise from the game....

A freeVampire SurvivorsDLC,Emerald Diorama, was released on April 10, and it brings the world ofSaGa: Emerald Beyondto the extremely-popular indie title. While this is not the first timeVampire Survivorshas received content inspired by another developer’s IP, it is the first time the game has collaborated with Square Enix. Hopefully this is just the beginning of the partnership, though, as it would be incredible to see several other Square Enix franchises find their way intoVampire Survivors....

Quick Links Throughout their journey inThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, players will find themselves caught up in countless activities across the vast region ofCyrodiil. Whether it’stackling quests, discovering hidden ruins, or exploring dark caves, danger and surprises are always around the corner. One such surprise is contracting Porphyric Hemophilia—an illness that, if left untreated, leads to full-blown Vampirism. WhileVampirismcomes with a few handy perks, it also brings serious downsides, especially during daytime exploration....

Summary The character progression and customization options inBaldur’s Gate 3begin with their ability scores, and the highest ones are chosen based on the needs of the class. Constitution is one of the few stats that’s important for every build because it gives the character better resilience against attacks and a higher amount of hit points. Either trait is useful for the survival of a character, and classes with a lower AC often gain advantages with items, gear, or encounters that can raise their Constitution....

This article contains MAJOR spoilers forArcane. 2XKOis officially launching sometime this year with 10 playable champions fromLeague of Legends, each with their own unique move sets. Riot Games has been expanding theLeague of LegendsIP and going beyond the MOBA genre.2XKOis the developer’s way of entering the fighting game scene. 2XKO’s champions are inspired by their originalLeague of Legendsdesigns, while the likes of Jinx and Ekko also look similar to their characters inArcane....

Quick Links Mojang has released theMinecraftApril Fools Craftmine Update, the latest in its wacky annual series. There was a sense of confusion as it seemed the new April Fools update this year was only the Mob Animator “minigame” on the official website, but Craftmine came in clutch. For a brief idea of what it is actually like, the experience is sort of similar to theMinecraftBook And Quill update from April 2020: you canenter worlds that are too unique and wacky to exist naturally....

Just like most other survival games,RuneScape: Dragonwildshas a ton of different ores and resources for players to mine. As players begin their journey across Ashenfall, they’ll start with basic stone and bone tools that aren’t very efficient at chopping down trees, mining stone, or defeating enemies. Clay is the key to upgrading tools inRuneScape: Dragonwilds, as it unlocks new crafting stations that reward players with even better equipment. Clay can’t be found in the starting areas ofRuneScape: Dragonwilds, though, so players need to gear up and prepare a bit before they can safely venture into the regions where Clay spawns....

Quick Links Once you roll credits inClair Obscur: Expedition 33, there’s a lot to do in the semi-open world. And when we say a lot, we’re not kidding. There are a bunch of different types of collectibles to find, such as Music Records,Pictos, and outfits, and one of the side activities that will take up hours and hours of your time is theEndless Tower. What’s the Endless Tower in Clair Obscur Expedition 33?...