How to Get the Showdown at Tar Lake Trophy in Death Stranding 2

Quick Links Death Stranding 2’s very own Moby-Dick features as a secret boss fight, and if players want to take out this mythical BT giant and earn themselves a trophy, then they’re in the right place. The Lord of Tar Lake is a great beast, and one that many players will struggle to find, let alone kill. For players brave enough to try to kill the Lord of Tar Lake and earn the Showdown at Tar Lake trophy inDeath Stranding 2, this guide will serve as the perfect reference point so players will have an easier time unlocking this great challenge that’s in Sam’s (optional) path....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 830 words · Travis Smith

How to Play Tricera in Mecha Break

Quick Links Mecha Breakgives players various mechs to try out. Some players will be better with a light ormedium-class mech like Alysnes, while others will want to go with the slow and heavy juggernauts. There are many heavy mechs, with some focusing on dealing damage and some being supporters.Tricera is one such mech. Tricera is classed as anUltra-Heavy Defender, and can lock down areas so that enemy mechs are forced to back up....

July 12, 2025 · 4 min · 668 words · Robert Boyd

How to Return to Previous Layers in Donkey Kong Bananza (Fast Travel Guide)

Quick Links Fast travel plays an important role in mostmodern open-world gamesdue to the sheer size and scale of their worlds. This is certainly the case withDonkey Kong Bananza, which packs in numerous layers and sub-layers for players to explore. Unfortunately,Donkey Kong Bananzafast travel isn’t available right away, nor is there a mandatory tutorial explaining how it works. For those looking to return to previous layers or simply navigate the one they’re currently in a little quicker, thisDK Bananzafast travel guide should help....

July 12, 2025 · 2 min · 316 words · Jamie Taylor

It: Welcome to Derry Co-Creator Reveals Even They Were Surprised at Terrifying Scenes Allowed in the Final Cut

Summary When it comes to frightening audiences, Stephen King is the master ofhorrorwith his many disturbing monster creations over the past 50 years, and now it seems as though the HBO prequel,It: Welcome to Derry, will follow the same trend as the show’s co-creator reveals that even they were surprised some scenes were allowed to be included in the TV series. The notorious and frankly terrifying clown Pennywisehas long been one of horror’s most fearful shape-shifting entities, with the two-part adaptation of King’s seminal novel in 2017 and 2019 only cemented that fact even further....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 534 words · Alexandra Wood

James Gunn Admits He’s ‘Irritated’ By People Over The Batman Part II Delays

Summary Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson’sThe Batmanproved to bea major hit upon its release in 2022, grossing $772 million worldwide. It achieved the second-best pandemic-era opening weekend domestically, and fans have continued to talk about this particular version of the iconic character ever since. An eager audience is ready for more stories from this particular world, and Pattinson’s portrayal of the Dark Knight has been well-received by fans and critics alike....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 606 words · Amanda Anderson

Jujutsu Kaisen: Gojo Was Strong, But 1 Sorcerer Can Far Surpass Him

Summary Quick Links TheJujutsu Kaisenseries reached its rather rushed conclusion last year, and since then, the only thing that fans really look forward to is the new animated content. Still, fans thoroughly enjoyed monstrous displays of power inJujutsu Kaisen’slast arc. TheJujutsu Kaisenfandom especiallyrevolved around one character - Gojo Satoru. His popularity precedes him, especially since he was known to be pretty much unbeatable. However, one character in Jujutsu Kaisen has the potential to surpass him eventually....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 568 words · Andrew Baird

Madden NFL 26 Rookie Ratings: Players Try to Predict Their Overall Score

Pro football rookies are gearing up forMadden NFL 26by trying to guess their overall ratings a couple of weeks ahead of the game’s release. Rookies don’t tend to be the standout players in games in the football franchise, andMadden NFL 26isn’t likely to buck this trend, but some of these young players have very high aspirations. Madden NFL 26is set for releaseon August 14, a little over a month after the launch of its college football counterpart from EA, which was released on July 10....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 463 words · Tara Young

Marvel Rivals Taking Additional Steps to Address Major In-Game Problem

Summary It appears as if NetEase Games is taking unprecedented action againstMarvel Rivalsplayers that may be smurfing, as a new message being issued to people suspected of breaking the rules warns of significant consequences. Smurfing has been an issue inMarvel Rivalssince the title’s launch in December 2024, and it seems that NetEase Games will be taking the issue quite seriously going forward. Smurfing typically involves a skilled player who has likely climbed very high up theranked ladder ofMarvel Rivals....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Zachary Reyes

Marvel Rivals’ Best Season 3 Change isn’t What You’d Think

Compared to how dogged and redundant seasons could become inMarvel Rivalsprior, it’s fascinating to now have seasons lasting two months instead of three. There are obvious concerns with such a dramatic rework toMarvel Rivals’ content rollout, such as whether this will instill crunch on NetEase or result in content that is rushed in order to meet exasperating deadlines. But, if NetEase is confident in its ability, the breakneck pace of each season (which incorporates distinct front and back halves) should be a sweet treat for famished players....

July 12, 2025 · 2 min · 372 words · Austin Lee

Monopoly GO: Aqua Partners Rewards and Milestones (July 08-13)

Quick Links The Summer Escape album has been out for a bit now, andMonopoly GOhas just dropped its first Partners Event for it: Aqua Partners. It kicked off on July 08 and will be live forfive days, ending on July 13. Aqua PartnersMonopoly GOcomes with a bunch of exciting rewards. Last time in Heatwave Racers, we got a five-star sticker pack. But this time around, players will have a shot at grabbing the first Swap Pack ofthe Summer Escape album....

July 12, 2025 · 2 min · 423 words · Jason Jackson

Most Charismatic Dragon Age Characters

Summary The world of Thedas, where the beloved fantasy RPGDragon Agetakes place, is a setting thriving with life, both good and evil. Ordinary people live in tenuous peace, which is always at the threat of being breached by any number of dangers, from the Blight to raiders. But fortunately for these people, some heroes can stem the tide. The heroes come in all stripes, from bold and brash to kind and caring, ready to raise their sword or staff against the dangers threatening Thedas....

July 12, 2025 · 6 min · 1247 words · Steven Warren

New York Times Connections Hints and Answers for #762 June 13, 2025

Quick Links The latestConnectionspuzzle is here, and it’s packed with words that seem straightforward at first glance. However, therules ofConnectionsmean you’ll need to think carefully before locking in your groups, since you have a very limited number of mistakes you can make. If this one has you stumped, there’s plenty of assistance available below. This article contains general hints, category breakdowns, and even the full answer if you’re ready to put the puzzle to rest....

July 12, 2025 · 2 min · 420 words · Kelly Aguilar

Nintendo Fan Shows Off Custom Switch 2 Game Cases

A Nintendo fan took to social media to share pictures of customSwitch 2game card cases they had made, which consisted of cassette cases, customized sleeve art, and 3D-printed game card holders. TheSwitch 2cassette case creator shared their handiwork from multiple angles, and fans complimented them for their attention to detail. Like its predecessor, the Switch 2 uses game cards as its method of distributing physical copies of its games. While the original Switch game cards were black, the Switch 2’s cards were changed to red as a way to differentiate between the two systems....

July 12, 2025 · 3 min · 474 words · Theresa Stevens