One of the most straightforward ways to make a character stronger inPath of Exile 2is to add Runes to their equipment.PoE 2is significantly harder thanPoE 1,and players will need all the help they can get to progress past some of the moretroublesome bosses in the game. Increased combat difficulty was the biggest promise GGG made to their fanbase, and they more than delivered. Unfortunately, most weapons and armor found as loot come without any sockets to slot runes into....

Quick Links The 5.2 update forGenshin Impactintroduced travelers to two new tribes in Natlan: the Masters of the Night-Wind and the Flower-Feather Clan. Like the first three tribes introduced with Natlan’s release, the Masters of the Night-Wind and Flower-Feather Claneach have their own reputation system, which must be leveled up separately. This differs from other nations, where there is a single reputation system for the entire region. Fortunately, leveling up Natlan’s tribal reputation systems isn’t overly demanding, as each tribe offers multiple Tribal Chronicle quests for travelers to complete and earn rewards....

There is absolutely no shortage of things to do inInfinity Nikki, or outfits to collect for that matter. When it comes to overall progression in the game, however, knowing how to obtain and make use of its various currencies and tokens is important. Thankfully,Infinity Nikkiis quite gratuitous when it comes to bestowing players with a daily abundance of opportunities for doing just that. Whether it’s simply finding them out in the wilds of Miraland, completing objectives and quests, or just logging in to the game....

Summary Jeff Grubb reports that there’s been no news on his end concerning aPlayStationShowcase or State of Play, despite gamers' expectations. Many large announcements have been made throughout the year, and with titles likeConcordout of the way,PlayStation’s leaders may be interested in giving fans something else to look forward to. It’s not unreasonable to look to the end of the year for more announcements. Although there have been plenty of big releases for PlayStation in 2024 likeHelldivers 2,Stellar Blade, andAstro Bot, gamers who have had their fun with those titles may be looking for something else to stay entertained....

Summary Across JRPGs of all subgenres, whether high fantasy epics orurban fantasy adventures, the party is what defines how memorable the central cast of characters is. If players don’t feel attached to the people or creatures they’re utilizing in battle, then there won’t be any connection or spark in the story, and things will fall very flat, very fast. Leveling up these characters is the core component of many games, where part of the appeal is discovering what skills they have available to utilize....

Summary Popular streamer and online content creator Ludwig Ahgren has announced he is planning to make a return toTwitchonce his current contract with YouTube expires, which is in just a few days. While the streamer has big plans for his grand return toTwitch, the streaming platform from which he got his start, he says he isn’t planning on leaving YouTube entirely behind. Ludwig Ahgren, who is known online by most simply as Ludwig, has been a prevalent streamer and content creator for a number of years now....

Luma Islandhas a few major biomes you can reach as you progress in the game, and each one offers a range of new materials and locations to explore. The Forest is the second of these areas — the first you’ll unlock after The Farm — but the game isn’t super clear about how you can get there. It’s also not really possible to put it off for too long, because every profession inLuma Islandwill eventually ask you to go to The Forest in order to progress it....

Summary Netflix brings out hundreds of great TV shows every year, but an equal number don’t make it past the first season andScott Pilgrim Takes Offis the latest series to face the chopping block at the streamer. Scott Pilgrimis a cult classic pop culture character who has gained popularity over the years from theScott Pilgrimgraphic novel series, the indie video game, and the 2010 Edgar Wright movie adaptationScott Pilgrim vs. The World....

There have been rumors about a newLenovo Legion Gohandheld gaming devicefor quite some time, but now it looks like we may have an idea of what it will look like through leaked renders. Previously, it was reported that the upcoming handheld will be a smaller and more budget-friendly version of the Lenovo Legion Go, and that it will be called theLenovo Legion Go S. It is believed that this handheld will be powered by the newAMD Z2platform, the successor to the chip inside the original Legion Go....

MSIhas announced its twonew gaming handhelds, theMSI Claw 8 AI+and theClaw 7 AI+. The two consoles have been in the news for quite some time and now, finally, MSI has made them official with not only improved specifications over the original MSI Claw, but also some design changes that make these new devices more than just a refresh. As the names suggest, the MSI Claw 8 AI+ has an 8-inch screen while the Claw 7 has a 7-inch screen, like the original MSI Claw A1M....

Strandshas another difficult puzzle to ponder over today. In order to win, you need to figure out the theme from one tiny clue, find all the words in the puzzle, and only use all the letters just once. If you are looking for some help that doesn’t involve the in-game hint system that therules ofStrandsallow for, you can find a lot of different clues in the sections below. There are general hints, spoilers, and more to help you....

Summary A recent discovery suggests that Valve may be finalizing its plans to release theSteam Deck’s SteamOS operating system for third-party devices. Valve confirmed long ago that it was working on making SteamOS available on a wider scale, and it seems the software will soon be extended to devices outside theSteam Deck. Despite the Steam Deck’s power deficit compared to rivals like the Asus ROG Ally and Lenovo Legion GO, the Valve handheld gaming PC still has a big trump card in SteamOS....

Summary Pizza Hut has released a limited-edition tomato wine infused with traditional pizza toppings like basil and oregano. In light of the holiday season, Pizza Hut’s wine also comes in a gift box set with special merchandise. Sometimes, fast food restaurants expand beyond their usual menu and launch unexpected products that somehow relate to their signature dishes. Fans may remember how, in December 2020,KFC released its own gaming consolethat also served as a chicken warmer....