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The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrimhas become one of the most easily recognizable titles in the modern gaming world.Skyrimhas seen several releasesover the ten years since its release, bringing the world of Tamriel to most modern consoles. One of the most popular elements of the 2011 Bethesda RPG that has helped to sustain its large, passionate fanbase has been the wide variety of mods, as many bring new experiences. One recent mod looks to supplement the world ofSkyrimwith the stylings of another of gaming’s biggest RPGs....

This past week, Bethesda broke down its plans for the release ofThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Anniversary Edition. The new iteration of the decade-old RPG will bundle together all ofSkyrim’s post-launch content, including years of Creator’s Club material, as well as a new Fishing system. The hype surroundingSkyrim Anniversary Editionhas left someSkyrimplayers feeling left out, though Bethesda has clarified the situation, making it clear thatSkyrim Special Editionplayers will be getting a bonus, too....

Sonyhas been playing to its strengths with a consistent output of high-quality AAA blockbusters such as the already releasedRatchet and Clank: Rift Apartand upcoming ones including the likes ofHorizon Forbidden West. However, Sony’s pricing models for its games have been met with intense scrutiny by fans, with the most recent example beingHorizon Forbidden West. In addition to positioning its first-party library at a higher price tag of $70,Sonyhas recently changed its policies regarding next-gen upgrades, much to consumer dismay....

Eric Cartmanis known to many as an evil, manipulating, and selfish character, so why do so many fans love him? For what he’s done throughoutSouth Park’s 26-season long run he should be hated, but the bottom line is he is hilarious. RELATED:A Comprehensive List of All the South Park Video Games So Far For a character who hates Jewish people, has committed murder and regularly does horrible things for his own gain, Cartman has had some questionable quotes....

Summary Insomniac Games has released a fresh update forMarvel’s Spider-Man 2that PS5 gamers can download right now. As is typical of Insomniac Games,Marvel’s Spider-Man 2launched in an extremely polished state. But whileSpider-Man 2may not have released with all that many glitches, that doesn’t mean that the open world superhero game was literally perfect when it released to the masses last month. There have been various bugs discovered by theSpider-Man 2community, though Insomniac has been quick to address fan feedback and fix lingering problems....

Summary Final Fantasyisno stranger to spin-offs, as this long-running JRPG franchise has quite a few different subseries that exist underneath the mainline titles. But perhaps no spin-off has as much of a ravenous following as the Ivalice Alliance series. Ivalice itself first appeared inFinal Fantasy Tactics, establishing it as a realm where the franchise could spread its wings. Ever since then, Ivalice has cultivated a devoted and passionate fanbase that has pushedSquareto revisit this unique setting every so often....

RNG has been a fundamental aspect ofStardew Valleysince its inception. However, over the years, players have managed to decipher how ConcernedApe’s random number generator code operates. This has resulted in numerous profitable — and occasionally dubious — exploits that enable speedrunners (and opportunistic players) to complete the game much more rapidly than intended. However, withthe 1.6 Update, the developer has tackled this issue by eliminating access to all RNG exploits — provided you keepthe Legacy Randomizationsetting turned off....

Super Mario 3D Worldis finally here for the Nintendo Switch, allowing Mario newcomers to sink their teeth into theclassic Wii U titlewith some added content in the form ofBowser’s Fury. The new expansion is a wide-open area that takes inspiration fromSuper Mario Odyssey, but with an extra twist that involves Bowser popping up to wreak havoc every few minutes to disrupt Mario’s goal. There are several different parts of the map for players to explore, as well as many Cat Shines to collect....

Soundbars are becoming more popular as a middle-ground between relativelylow-powered PC speakersand full-blownsurround sound systems. While most of their popularity is among TV viewers, gamers have just as much to gain from adding a soundbar to their setups. They’re also renowned for their excellent bass sound, which helps gamers to immerse themselves in virtual worlds. Many soundbars also ensure that the dialogue in cutscenes is not overwhelmed by the bass effect....

Gamescom Opening Night Livehas come and gone, giving fans a look at several new and hotly-anticipated games. Big or small, several games graced the ONL stage and many faces appeared alongside host Geoff Keighley. There are more events on the horizon, like therumored PlayStation Showcaseand the confirmed Ubisoft Forward, Future of Assassin’s Creed event, Disney and Marvel Games Showcase, and likely a few more. Still,Gamescom ONLwas a nice kickstart to the coming fall season—the busiest time in all of gaming....

AnRPGand JRPG staple is the magic system, and its inclusion in theTrails of Cold Steelseries is no exception. Much like in the entire series,Trails of Cold Steel IV(the final part in theCold Steelseries), structures magic as Orbal Arts (Arts for short). According to the series' lore, Orbal Arts operate as magic that can be equipped to battle equipment and is exclusive to specialized groups and organizations. Related:10 Switch RPGs To Play If You Love Final Fantasy 7...

Back in February, it was discovered that Nintendo’s upcomingThe Legends of Zelda: Skyward Sword HDwould featureamiibo support. At the time, it wasn’t known exactly what said amiibo support would entail, but now Nintendo has slightly lifted the lid on that. Earlier today, it unveiled a new amiibo figurine for fans and collectors to get their hands on, one which is releasing the same day as the game. The amiibo figure in question is of two characters: Zelda and her blue feathered Loftwing....

Spanning five decades, theStar Warsfranchise has had a lot of spin-offs over the years. From comic books, to novels, to TV shows,Star Warshas branched out into just about every form of media possible, but there’s one medium in whichStar Warshas always done particularly well, and that’s video games. Though not all are worthwhile experiences, the vast majority ofStar Warsgames have, at the very least, a handful of qualities that make them worth sinking a few hours into....