Does Mario Kart's Blue Shell even work? An investigation

We still Lakitu use it. It’s also one of the most controversial. It is near-unavoidable, and completely unavoidable in older games. The question is whether it does what it’s designed to do, and what people believe it does. And if it doesn’t, then why is it such a core part of the game? “Isn’t it […] a little bit unfair? “Kotakusceptically asked Hideki Konno, ‘the man behind Mario Kart’, back in 2011....

May 29, 2024 · 1 min · 137 words · Dr. Christopher Harris

Elden Ring: How to get to Sellia Hideaway and beat the Putrid Crystalian Trio

see to it you grab the Crystal Spear while you’re here, too. Sellia Hideawayis a location in which can be discovered in the centre ofCaelid. We find1x Golden Rune (3)by the corpse at the end of the tunnel. Behind it is anillusory wallbetween the large crystals. These hide the way ahead. The multi-armed enemy down here with the crown (its name isRevenant) may drop aGhost Glovewortwhen it dies. A handy way to defeat him is to use Healing Incantations....

May 29, 2024 · 2 min · 415 words · Jared Pope

How AI is changing video game development forever

Are we headed towards a new “AI winter”? AI NPCs.AI scriptwriting.AI voice acting.AI artwork.AI creation tools. Yes, AI is everywhere in game development. In the past couple of years it’s arisen as something of a dirty word, an inevitable future. But the future is already here. What does an AI future look like? And why, now, is the progress of AI for positive means also under threat? To find out more, I spoke with AI expert Dr....

May 29, 2024 · 3 min · 541 words · Julia Thompson

How to complete Bloody Finger Yura's quest in Elden Ring

This quest rewards you with the Nagakiba, Eleonora’s Poleblade and a Purifying Crystal Tear. The characterBloody Finger Yurais an NPC in that you meet for the first time inLimgrave. He has dedicated himself to eradicating the Bloody Fingers, who are Tarnished who hunt down other Tarnished. So follow our step-by-step guide onhow to complete Bloody Finger Yura’s questand get these tantalising rewards. He warns you about Agheel Lake. We’re better off staying away, he says, as there’s a dragon lurking there....

May 29, 2024 · 2 min · 274 words · Justin Lutz

How to complete The Hidden Truth in Wuthering Waves

Here’s our ‘A True Arena Champion’ walkthrough for the ‘Huanglong I’ Trophy. However, this isn’t actually the name of the quest you should probably complete! As with most things inWuthering Waves, earning this Trophy isn’t as simple as it first appears. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help you every step of the way. They’ll come in useful later on! After speaking with Zeyuan follow the marker to the Camp between Corroded Ruins and just outside Remnant Residence....

May 29, 2024 · 2 min · 368 words · Keith Young

Pokémon Go Shared Skies hemisphere Pokémon, seasonal spawns and end date

Everything you’re gonna wanna know about the Season of Shared Skies. Shared Skiesis the 15th game-wide season ofPokemon Go. A number of new Pokemon have already been announced, along with some of the upcoming in-game events. Each month of Shared Skies also brings a free new timed research at part of the Season-longShared Skies quest. Season 19 of theGo Battle Leaguewill also be running throughout Shared Skies. TheMight and Mastery Seasonand itsseasonal questhas arrived....

May 29, 2024 · 1 min · 123 words · Michael Martin

How to beat The Machinist in Fortnite

Where to find and how to beat this boss. Beating The Machinist in Fortnitewill give you a plethora of goodies if you manage to do so. With all of that on offer, it’s worth the risk to take on thisFortniteboss. You’ll know where they are by looking for their Medallion icon to appear on themaponce the match begins. This is what we did and it became much easier to deal with The Machinist’s companions....

May 28, 2024 · 1 min · 146 words · Taylor Davis

Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree Lego set officially revealed by Nintendo

Also, check out the Deku Tree’s blossom brows! Zelda has her Shiekah slate, while Link has the Master Sword and shields. There is also an ocarina,as previously rumoured. If you fancy a set for yourself, youcan pre-order it nowahead of its launch on 1st September. Lego has set a limit for three sets per household to ensure fairness. This Legend of Zelda set follows other Nintendo-inspired Lego sets, such as Mario and Animal Crossing....

May 28, 2024 · 1 min · 105 words · Robert Bailey

Where to find Lampylumen Myriad in Wuthering Waves

How to get to Lampylumen Myriad in Wuthering Waves. For more help inWuthering Waves, check out ourBanner schedule, andhow to get shiny Phantom Echoesandmultiplayer co-opexplainers. Jump down this hole and then turn around to start on the path that leads to Lampylumen Myriad. The boss is just past the Resonance Beacon you find underground here. We recommend activating this beacon toFast Travelto Lampylumen Myriad in the future.

May 28, 2024 · 1 min · 67 words · Elizabeth Jones

DF Weekly: FSR 3 frame generation comes to consoles've tested it

Proof of concept for a promising new technology. And here it is! The plus points are obvious though. However, there are minus points. Interpolated frames - particularly those sandwiched between two very different frames - will lack the fidelity of standard frames. So, the big question is simple, then: how does Immortals of Aveum stack up? We’re working on a full breakdown covering all the current-gen consoles (Series S has it!...

May 27, 2024 · 2 min · 254 words · Ryan Garcia

The love and loss behind Pine Hearts, a cosy camping Metroidvania

“You’ve got to make the most of it.” “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” I truly believe memories can be treasure, and often the most precious treasure there is. So far, so indie. Madden’s father Roy passed away in 2019, shortly after a sudden discovery of cancer. “There was nothing that could be done. It was well past the stage of any sort of recovery....

May 27, 2024 · 2 min · 231 words · Mark Walsh

Halo Reach remains a masterpiece of dread

This piece contains spoilers for Halo: Reach. In the pantheon of platform exclusives, few loom so large as Halo. To many people, the Chief is Halo. But what happens when you leave him out? I know this because Reach was my introduction to this particular universe. In storytelling terms it feels like the pinnacle. Terror and despair seep from every pore of the game, like thick blue blood from a bullet-riddled Grunt....

May 26, 2024 · 2 min · 293 words · Robyn Simmons

How to use Voucher of Reciprocal Tides in Wuthering Waves

Here’s how to instantly get a free 5-Star character of your choice. TheVoucher of Reciprocal Tideslets you instantly pull a 5-Star character of your choice inWuthering Waves. On this page: What is a Voucher of Reciprocal Tides in Wuthering Waves? Hit the ‘Claim’ button on the mail with the item attached to get your Voucher of Reciprocal Tides. If it still hasn’t been issued to you after 10 minutes however, try restarting the game....

May 26, 2024 · 1 min · 74 words · Thomas Martin