New York Times Connections Hints and Answers for #668 Jul 16, 2025

Quick Links Connectionsis back with yet another difficult puzzle for fans of these daily challenges to ponder over. If you want to win, you need to sort all sixteen of the provided words into four secret categories, and you have very few chances to get it done. If you already knowhow to playConnectionswell, you know how very difficult getting the words in the right order can be. But this article is here to help you through it with a win....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Regina Sullivan

Nintendo Switch 2 Price Could Be Hit Hard by Latest Trump Tariff Change

Summary According to a manufacturing industry firm’s latest report, theNintendo Switch 2could still see a potential price hike in the US due to the Trump administration’s 145% tariff on China. Although theSwitch 2is also manufactured in other nations like Vietnam and Cambodia, most of Nintendo’s console manufacturing is still done in China. Following the Switch 2’s full reveal, Nintendo stated that the base console would start at $449, and a limited-editionMario Kart Worldbundle would cost $499....

May 29, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Jacob Jones

Oblivion Veterans Have Some Advice for New Players

Summary The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredhas one main story quest that’s best tackled early on, and veteran players are warning newcomers not to put it off for too long. Specifically, longtime fans are spreading the word to get to Kvatch inThe Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remasteredbefore the mission there becomes unmanageable. The remastered version of the classic 2006 open-world RPG from Bethesda has been getting a lot of attention since its April 22 launch....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 450 words · Jose Watts

One Piece Chapter 1146: The True Power Of The Holy Knights

Summary Quick Links One Piecefinally returned after a two-week-long break and Oda wasted absolutely no time kicking things up a gear in the Elbaf arc. Finally, fans got to see some very exciting action inOne Piece’sElbaf arc and it seems that the battlesagainst the Holy Knightsare now well underway. Previously, Oda teased an exciting confrontation between Gunko of the Holy Knights and the Straw Hat Pirates. Now, it appears that this battle has officially kicked off, and what’s more, the other members of the Holy Knights are also making their move....

May 29, 2025 · 4 min · 797 words · Nicole Myers

One Piece: Eiichiro Oda Confirms Importance Of Giants In The Final War

This post contains spoilers for One Piece. Summary Currently,One Pieceis covering the Elbaf arc. Fans have been waiting to see the nation of giants for years, and Oda granted their wish in the Final Saga. As soon as the Straw Hats made landfall on Elbaf, it was obvious that the giants would play an important role in the arc. Eiichiro Oda has backed up this claim with a statement in Chapter 1146....

May 29, 2025 · 4 min · 700 words · William Goodman

One Piece: Oda Finally Reveals The True Strength Of Rocks D. Xebec

Summary Quick Links The Elbaf arc keeps on fascinating fanswith incredible reveals and strong characters every week, and the author might just have revealed the most powerful one of them all in the story’s recent chapter. Through Loki’s flashback, Oda officially introduced Rocks D. Xebec in the story, and it is safe to say that fans were absolutely stunned upon seeing his personality. Rocks was one of the most powerful pirates to have ever lived....

May 29, 2025 · 4 min · 809 words · Latoya Reynolds

One Piece: This Straw Hat Has Been On A Downward Spiral Since Dressrosa

This post contains spoilers for One Piece. Summary The Straw Hat Pirates are the main heroes ofOne Piece, which is why Eiichiro Oda has put so much time and effort into creating them. All Straw Hats are special in their own ways, and they bring different things to the table. Aside from their interesting personas, the Straw Hats also possess various abilities that help them overcome enemies. Throughout the course of the story,the Straw Hats have received manynew power-ups....

May 29, 2025 · 4 min · 681 words · James Smith

One Piece: Why Nico Robin Might Awaken Her Devil Fruit Vs The Holy Knights

Summary Quick Links One Piece’sElbaf arc has been absolutely sensational so far, and things are only going to get better from here onwards asthe big battles in the Elbaf arcof the story are now underway. As has already been made clear in the story, the Holy Knights are in Elbaf with a special mission, and that is to kidnap the children and eventually, get the Giants of Elbaf to bow down to the World Government....

May 29, 2025 · 4 min · 708 words · Timothy Johnson

Path of Exile 2: All Unique Strongboxes (& What They Do)

Quick Links InPath of Exile 2, Unique Strongboxes are special versions of Strongboxes, the large chests that are protected by hordes of monsters. Unlike their lesser variants, Unique Strongboxes contain rewards that are more valuable than some pinnacle bosses. However, the mechanics pertaining to the Unique Strongboxes are, well, unique, and players may find themselves confused about what to do when they encounter one of them. Here is the breakdown....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 561 words · Kenneth Curtis

Path of Exile 2: How to Get & Use Mirror of Kalandra

Quick Links It is common to spend hours grinding gears inhack-and-slash action RPGs. AndPath of Exile 2is no exception to the rule, although the odds are not as low as in another famous representative of this genre. Despite this, in the late game, you will begin the hunt for an incredibly valuable currency that can duplicate your items. So, in this guide, we will tell you how to get and use theMirror of KalandrainPath of Exile 2....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 476 words · Christian Thomas

Pokemon Fan Creates Impressive Wood Carving of Shuckle

Summary APokemonfan has created a wooden figure of Shuckle, revealing their impressive carving skills. Beyond showcasing their finished design, the wood carver shared some of the steps involved in crafting the real-life version of Shuckle. WhilePokemonfans often share impressive artwork online, this latest wood carving has caught the attention of many in the community thanks to its adorable design. TheGen 2Pokemongamesintroduced a lot of iconic pocket monsters to the franchise. While Ho-Oh, Lugia, and Suicune gained recognition as the box art mascots forGold,Silver, andCrystal, respectively, other Pokemon from the second generation have a loyal fan base, including Shuckle....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 478 words · Amanda Davis

Pokemon Fan Designs Realistic Urshifu

Summary A creatively skilledPokemonfan is racking up likes in the thousands for their realistic depiction of Urshifu. The lifelike illustration of the Legendary Pokemon, which features photorealistic details in its fur, clothing, and even eyes, is leaving a lot ofPokemonfans plenty impressed, while also almost as equally disturbed. A Fighting-type Legendary from the eighth generation ofPokemon, Urshifu was first introduced viaPokemon Sword and Shield’s The Isle of Armor DLC. Evolving from Kubfu, Urshifu becomes one of two versions depending on whether it was given the Scroll of Darkness or the Scroll of Waters....

May 29, 2025 · 2 min · 408 words · Gary Henry

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet: Why You Should Start Over on Switch 2

To this day, many continue to enjoy playingPokemon Scarlet and Violet, both casually and competitively. While Nintendo and Game Freak are prepping fans for the next entry,Pokemon Legends: Z-A, its release likely won’t mean that everyone will be jumping ship and stop playing its eventual predecessor. Fans might even see this as an opportunity to keep playing or go back to either of the ninth-generation titles, seeing howthe Nintendo Switch 2 is comingand will be the best device to play them on....

May 29, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Allison Cruz