Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Quests
Every main quest and side quest in Final Fantasy 16
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Your ultimate 100% completion guide for God of War Ragnarok
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Best sword, armor, and accessories
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The best Eikon abilities to unlock and equip
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Hands-on impressions of the last-gen version
News - 2024, Week 38
TodayFri, 20th Sep 2024
News Dev Behind PS5, PC Flop Concord Could Close as Director Steps Down
An estimated 150-170 staff stuck in limbo
The silence following Sony's removal of Concord from sale could never last, and it appears there has been some movement at the embattled Firewalk Studios. According to multiple Kotaku sources, the developers feel like they are stuck in limbo, and last week, director Ryan Ellis told staff he would be stepping...
YesterdayThu, 19th Sep 2024
Reaction Why There Are So Many Unnecessary PS5 Remasters for Games That Don't Need Them
Answering the question everyone's asking
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered hasn’t been announced for PS5 and PC just yet, but it’s already gone down about as well as a Tallneck with an arrow to its ankle. Less than 18% of Push Square readers said they were interested in buying the re-release, which is already perfectly playable on Sony’s new-gen...
Guide FC 25: Best Player Ratings in Ultimate Team
All the highest-rated players in Ultimate Team
What are the best player ratings in Ultimate Team for FC 25? Ultimate Team is about building the best possible squad, so you'll want to have the highest-rated players in the game for your starting XI. In this FC 25 guide, we'll reveal the best player ratings in Ultimate Team. For more information in the...
Guide FC 25: All Updates and Improvements Over FC 24
Every new mode, feature, and upgrade in FC 25 detailed
What are all updates and improvements over FC 24 coming in FC 25? As publisher EA readies another yearly release of its football simulator, you may be wondering what sort of new features and upgrades the 2025 version has over the old edition released in 2023. In this FC 25 guide, we're going to...
Guide FC 25: All TOTW 1 Players (18th September to 25th September)
Every player in the current Team of the Week
What are all TOTW 1 players in FC 25? The Team of the Week promotion provides boosts for Ultimate Team cards that are based on their real-life performances, with their overall rating and stats slightly increased over the base card. In this FC 25 guide, we'll reveal all TOTW 1 players, along with how long...
Guide FC 25: All New Icons and Heroes
Every new Icon and Hero coming in FC 25
What are all new Icons and Heroes in FC 25? A way for EA Sports to bring back legends of the game and popular faces of recent times, learning who the new ones are for FC 25 is one of the most exciting aspects in the build-up to the new instalment's release. In this FC 25 guide, we're going to reveal all new...
Mini Review Mister Mosquito (PS2) - Sony Classic Sucks in All the Right Ways
Buzzin'
You only need to press the start button to know Mister Mosquito graduated from an era of PlayStation that’s long been lost. As the camera pans around the densely detailed exterior of the Yamada family’s estate, a dramatic voice over does its best David Attenborough impression, describing the precarious lifecycle of a mosquito. Your goal...
Rumour Days Gone PS5 Remaster Speculation Starts to Spread
Days aren't gone, apparently
A rumour rapidly gathering pace on social media suggests Sony may be remastering Days Gone. The open world game from Bend Studio launched at the tail end of the PS4 generation, in 2019, but was updated on the PS5 to run at 60 frames-per-second. It actually looks and plays great on new-gen hardware with backwards...
News Two Point Museum Will Hold Its Grand Opening in March 2025 on PS5
Pre-order for Sonic DLC
SEGA and developer Two Point Studios have announced a release date for their latest whimsical management sim. Two Point Museum will open its doors to PS5 players on 4th March, 2025. Announced earlier in the year, Two Point Museum applies the well-liked formula of the series' previous two outings to the world of museum...
Guide FC 25 Early Access Times and Release Dates: When Can You Start Playing?
EA Play Trial and Ultimate Edition Explained
How do you play FC 25 early? The official release date for the game is 27th September 2025, but there are ways to start playing up to a week early. There are a few different ways you can gain early access and either get started on the Career Mode or gain a headstart on your Ultimate Team. In this FC 25...
News God of War Ragnarok PC Lets You Reduce Puzzle Hints, Option Also Coming to PS5, PS4 Soon
Problem solved
While there are many things to love about God of War Ragnarok, one area that draws ire from players is how often your companions chime in to help with puzzles. Kratos is nearly always with an ally during his quest, and when you come to a brainteaser, the game can sometimes feel as though it doesn't give you the space to work it out...
News Jaw-Dropping 30th Anniversary PS5 Pro Console and Accessories Will Bankrupt You
Start saving
Just when you thought you were out, Sony goes and pulls you right back in. The platform holder has announced a series of absolutely jaw-dropping 30th anniversary consoles and accessories, including a PS5 Pro, PS5 Digital Edition, DualSense Edge controller, DualSense controller, and PS Portal. Pre-orders will open on 26th September, so...
The G.O.A.T.
Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars is a sacred text in the history of point-and-click adventure games, and new remaster Reforged is the best version of the game that's ever been released. Quality-of-life improvements mean players who just want to enjoy the story without too much lateral thinking can do so, while veterans of the genre...
Preview PS5's Sparking! Zero Feels Like Dragon Ball Z, But You May Need Super Saiyan Reflexes
We speak to producer Jun Furutani and play for over three hours
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero producer Jun Furutani’s smile is as wide as Goku’s chest when we tell him the game feels like an interactive anime; it’s clear this has been Bandai Namco’s goal from the beginning. Having played the latest entry in the acclaimed Budokai Tenkaichi...
News Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero Reveals Full 182 Character Roster Ahead of Next Month's PS5 Release
Dragon Ball Z movies confirmed
After a wave of leaked footage hit the web last week — most of it highlighting a bunch of unannounced characters — Bandai Namco has gone ahead and finished off its character reveals for Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, via a new trailer. <related ids="172073"> The final launch roster consists of a whopping 182...
Guide Dead Rising 1: What to Do After The Facts
How to progress after The Facts - Memories
What do you do after The Facts in Dead Rising 1? Having finished The Facts - Memories, the Case Board in the game will be complete and it won't be entirely clear what to do next. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to reveal what to d
Guide Dead Rising 1: The Woman Who Didn't Make It Walkthrough
How to help Jolie Wu and Rachel Decker
The Woman Who Didn't Make It is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank help save Jolie Wu and
Guide Dead Rising 1: The Hatchet Man Walkthrough
How to help Barbara Patterson, Josh Manning, and Rich Atkins
The Hatchet Man is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank face off against Cliff, a Psychopath
Guide Dead Rising 1: The Facts - Memories Walkthrough
The end.. ?
The Facts - Memories is a bonus Case in Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank return to Carlito's Hideout for more answers. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a The Facts - Memories Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the ori
Guide Dead Rising 1: The Coward Walkthrough
How to help Gordon Stalworth
The Coward is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank rescue Gordon Stalworth in Al Fresca Plaza. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: Shadow of the North Plaza Walkthrough
Shoulder carry
Shadow of the North Plaza is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, and tasks Frank with getting a Survivor called
Guide Dead Rising 1: Restaurant Man Walkthrough
How to help Ronald Shiner
Restaurant Man is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank rescue Ronald Shiner in Paradise Plaza. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: Out of Control Walkthrough
On clown time
Out of Control is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, which involves an out-of-control roller coaster and a Psychopath named Adam, dressed up as a clown
Guide Dead Rising 1 New Game+: How to Start and What Carries Over in New Game+
Dead Rising 1 New Game+ explained
How do you start New Game+ in Dead Rising 1? What carries over in New Game+ in Dead Rising 1? Since the game is so replayable, you'll want to be carrying over your Frank character across multiple playthroughs in order to unlock new skills and make his stats better. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to reveal...
Guide Dead Rising 1: Mark of the Sniper Walkthrough
How to help Wayne Blackwell
Mark of the Sniper is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank battle a number of Psychopaths in th
Guide Dead Rising 1: Lovers Walkthrough
How to help Ross Folk and Tonya Waters
Lovers is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank help out Ross Folk and
Guide Dead Rising 1: Long Haired Punk Walkthrough
How to help Debbie Willet, Mindy Baker, and Paul Carson
Long Haired Punk is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 3 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank fight another Psychopath
Guide Dead Rising 1: Japanese Tourists Walkthrough
How to help Yuu Tanaka and Shinji Kitano
Japanese Tourists is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, and sends Frank to rescue two Japanese men stuck in Wonderland Plaza. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Japanese Tourists Walk
Guide Dead Rising 1: Is It Possible to Save Everyone?
Can you save the Survivors at the start of the game?
Is it possible to save everyone in Dead Rising 1? Can you save the Survivors at the start of the game when the zombies break in? Alongside progressing the main story through Cases, you can also rescue Survivors spread throughout the mall via
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Skip Time
Pass the time quickly
How do you skip time in Dead Rising 1? A new feature that's only found in the Deluxe Remaster, you can now skip ahead in time to quickly reach certain hours in the game, whether that's for the next story point or to have a Scoop appear. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to reveal ho
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Recharge Camera Batteries
Dead Rising 1 camera stopped taking pictures fix
How do you recharge camera batteries in Dead Rising 1? The game's camera doesn't offer the ability to take unlimited pictures, so occasionally, you will need to recharge the batteries so you can take more. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we will reveal how to recharge camera batteries. This guide covers...
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Open Entrance Plaza Gate
How to raise the shutter from Paradise Plaza to Entrance Plaza
How do you open the Entrance Plaza gate in Dead Rising 1? How do you raise the shutter from Paradise Plaza to Entrance Plaza? Early on in the game, you'll be a little restricted in how you can move about the mall, with metal gates blocking the connecting corridors between some plazas. In...
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Steven
Seon's Food & Stuff boss fight explained
How do you beat Steven in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll encounter as part of Case 2-3 - Medicine Run in Seon's Food & Stuff, this Dead Rising 1 guide will reveal
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Sean the Cult Leader
Cult of no personality
How do you beat Sean the cult leader in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll encounter in a Scoop called A Strange Group, this Dead Rising 1 guide
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Paul
Give your hair a wash
How do you beat Paul in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll encounter in a Scoop called Long Haired Punk, this
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Larry the Butcher
Meat Processing Area boss explained
How do you beat Larry the Butcher in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll fight at the end of Case 8-4 - The Butcher in the Meat Processing Area, this Dead Rising 1 guide reveals how to beat Larry th
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Jo the Cop
Shut your pie hole
How do you beat Jo the Cop in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll encounter in a Scoop called Above the Law, this Dead Rising 1 guide reveals
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Isabela
Bring a gun to a motorcycle fight
How do you beat Isabela in Dead Rising 1? A Psychopath you'll encounter during Case 4-2 - Girl Hunting outside Seon's Food & Stuff, this
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Cliff
Viet-man down
How do you beat Cliff in Dead Rising 1? You'll encounter this Psychopath in Crislip's Home Saloon during a Scoop called The Hatchet Man. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Carlito
Every boss fight with Carlito in Dead Rising 1 explained
How do you beat Carlito in Dead Rising 1? A question you'll ask yourself a few different times throughout the campaign, Carlito is a Psychopath you will fight on two occasions. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we are going to reveal how to beat Carlito across every encount
Guide Dead Rising 1: How to Beat Adam the Clown
No clowning around
How do you beat Adam the Clown in Dead Rising 1? You'll encounter this Psychopath in the Wonderland Plaza during a Scoop called Out of Control. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: How Long Is 1 Hour in Real Time?
Time at lightning speed
How long is 1 hour in real time in Dead Rising 1? How does time translate from the in-game clock to real life? One of the most important parts of the game is the real-time passage of minutes and hours, and how it relates to what Cases and Scoops you can complete at the time. Understanding it is essential for getting the most...
Guide Dead Rising 1 Guide: Walkthrough, All Collectibles, and Survivors
The ultimate Dead Rising 1 resource
Dead Rising is an Xbox 360 classic that's been modernised twice over, firstly via a standard PS4 remaster, and now with an entirely new PS5 version named Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. Playing as Frank West, you are a photojournalist sent to the shopping mall in Willamette to investigate some rather strange and...
Guide Dead Rising 1 Endings: How to Get All 7 Endings
Endings S through to F explained
How do you get all endings in Dead Rising 1? Depending on how you handle its Cases, you can complete the game with quite a few different endings. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to reveal how to get all 7 endings. This guide covers both the original game and the new
Guide Dead Rising 1: Cut from the Same Cloth Walkthrough
How to help Kent Swanson
Cut from the Same Cloth is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, and involves taking photographs for Kent Swanson. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to share a Cut from the Same Cloth Walkthrough
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 8-4 - The Butcher Walkthrough
Making mincemeat
The Butcher is Case 8-4 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank go after Carlito, who's been spotted being dragged away by a very large man on the CCTV cameras. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 8-4 - The Butcher Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 8-3 - Jessie's Discovery Walkthrough
There and back again
Jessie's Discovery is Case 8-3 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank return to the Security Room after Jessie calls him back. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 8-3 - Jessie's Discovery Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. This g
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 8-2 - Hideout Walkthrough
You escort me
Hideout is Case 8-2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank and Isabela reach Carlito's hideout in the North Plaza. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 8-2 - Hideout Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 8-1 - Jamming Device Walkthrough
We're jammin'
Jamming Device is Case 8-1 of Dead Rising 1, and includes a cutscene revealing Carlito's hideout and a jamming device there he's using to disable transmissions. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 8-1 - Jamming Device Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. Thi
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 7-2 - Bomb Collector Walkthrough
Zombie food
Bomb Collector is Case 7-2 of Dead Rising 1, and forces Frank into the Maintenance Tunnels to disable bombs threatening to blow up the mall. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 7-2 Bomb Collector Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it.
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 7-1 - The Last Resort Walkthrough
Be there or be square
The Last Resort is Case 7-1 of Dead Rising 1, and comprises a single cutscene that will set up what comes next. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 7-1 The Last Resort Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game and
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 6-1 - Santa Cabeza Walkthrough
Interview me
Santa Cabeza is Case 6-1 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank and co learn about the town the mission is named after. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 6-1 Santa Cabeza Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game and the new
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 5-2 - Transporting Isabela Walkthrough
On yer back, love
Transporting Isabela is Case 5-2 of Dead Rising 1, and requires Frank to carry Isabela back to the Security Room after being bitten. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 5-2 - Transporting Isabela Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to comp
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 5-1 - A Promise to Isabela Walkthrough
Midnight meetup
A Promise to Isabela is Case 5-1 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank meet up with Isabela under the cover of night. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 5-1 - A Promise to Isabela Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 4-2 - Girl Hunting Walkthrough
To the rescue
Girl Hunting is Case 4-2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank go after the woman he saw on the CCTV cameras. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 4-2 - Girl Hunting Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the orig
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 4-1 - Another Source Walkthrough
Take a breather
Another Source is Case 4-1 of Dead Rising 1, and is one more that offers just a cutscene. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 4-1 - Another Source Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game and the new
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 3-1 - The Professor's Past Walkthrough
Another quicky
The Professor's Past is Case 3-1 of Dead Rising 1, and is another part that comprises a single cutscene. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 3-1 - The Professor's Past Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game and the
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 2-3 - Medicine Run Walkthrough
Clean up on aisle 6
Medicine Run is Case 2-3 of Dead Rising 1, and forces Frank to — as the title would imply — search for medicine to heal Brad following the encounter with Carlito. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 2-2 - Rescue the Professor Walkthrough
Take my hand
Rescue the Professor is Case 2-2 of Dead Rising 1, and tasks Frank with saving Barnaby after he's spotted being kidnapped on the CCTV cameras in the Security Room. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 2-2 - Rescue the Professor Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide...
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 2-1 - Image in the Monitor Walkthrough
Check-in
Image in the Monitor is Case 2-1 of Dead Rising 1, and is simply a cutscene. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 2-1 - Image in the Monitor Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers both the original game and the new
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 1-4 - A Temporary Agreement Walkthrough
Quicky
A Temporary Agreement is Case 1-4 of Dead Rising 1, and simply sees Frank return to the Security Room to discuss the events of the game with Brad and Jessie so far. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 1-4 - A Temporary Agreement Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to take to complete it. This guide covers...
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 1-3 - An Odd Old Man Walkthrough
Escort mission
An Odd Old Man is Case 1-3 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank escort Brad to the Entrance Plaza after the first encounter with Carlito. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 1-3 - An Odd Old Man Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to tak
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 1-2 - Backup for Brad Walkthrough
Frank to the rescue
Backup for Brad is Case 1-2 of Dead Rising 1, which makes protagonist Frank go on a rescue mission to help save Brad from Carlito. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to share a Case 1-2 - Backup for Brad Walkthrough, covering all of the steps you need to t
Guide Dead Rising 1: Case 1-1 - A Dangerous Encounter Walkthrough
The beginning of the dead end
A Dangerous Encounter is Case 1-1 of Dead Rising 1, which sees Frank West arrive at Willamette Parkview Mall to start his investigation into what is going on in the town. As part of our Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to provide a Case 1-1 - A Dangerous Encounter Walkthrough, covering all the steps you need to take to...
Guide Dead Rising 1: Can You Save Brad and Jessie?
Can you stop Brad and Jessie from turning into zombies?
Can you save Brad and Jessie in Dead Rising 1? As part of the main story delivered through Cases, Brad and Jessie will turn into zombies. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to answer the question: can you save Brad and Jessie? This guide covers both the original game and the new
Guide Dead Rising 1: Barricade Pair Walkthrough
How to help Aaron Swoop and Burt Thompson
Barricade Pair is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, and tasks Frank with rescuing two Survivors named Burt and
Guide Dead Rising 1: Antique Lover Walkthrough
How to help Floyd Sanders
Antique Lover is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank help save Floyd Sanders from the Entrance Plaza. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: All Survivors Locations
Where to find every Survivor in Dead Rising 1
What are all Survivors locations in Dead Rising 1? As well as progressing the main story via the Cases in the game, you can spend your free time rescuing Survivors throughout the shopping mall. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we are going to reveal all Survivors locations. If, by the end of the
Guide Dead Rising 1: All PP Sticker Locations
Where to find every PP Sticker
What are all PP Sticker locations in Dead Rising 1? Giving another use for Frank's camera, you can take pictures of certain objects in the game and earn bonus PP. Since the PP Stickers themselves are very small, you are unlikely to encounter many during natural gameplay. In this Dead Rising 1 guide, we're going to...
Guide Dead Rising 1: All Cases and Scoops
A complete list of every Case and Scoop in Dead Rising 1
What are all Cases and Scoops in Dead Rising 1? Within the three days you'll spend exploring Willamette Parkview Mall, lots of different missions will become available, some of which are critical to the story and others entirely optional. This Dead Rising 1 guide will reveal all Cases and...
Guide Dead Rising 1: Above the Law Walkthrough
How to help Kay Nelson, Lily Deacon, Kelly Carpenter, and Janet Star
Above the Law is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 2 of Dead Rising 1, and sees Frank battle a Psychopath in
Guide Dead Rising 1: A Woman in Despair Walkthrough
How to help Simone Ravendark
A Woman in Despair is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 3 of Dead Rising 1, and sends Frank to save Simone Ravendark. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: A Strange Group Walkthrough
How to help Beth Shrake, Cheryl Jones, Michelle Feltz, Nathan Crabbe, and Ray Mathison
A Strange Group is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 3 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank fight another Psychopath in order t
Guide Dead Rising 1: A Sick Man Walkthrough
How to help Leroy McKenna
A Sick Man is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 3 of Dead Rising 1, and has Frank save one of the last few Survivors left in the mall. In this
Guide Dead Rising 1: A Mother's Lament Walkthrough
On yer back, son
A Mother's Lament is a Scoop you'll receive on Day 1 of Dead Rising 1, and tasks Frank with getting a Survivor named Leah Stein back safely to the Security Room. In this
News Palworld Struck by Nintendo Lawsuit Days Prior to Predicted PS5 Reveal
Sony Music has also been investing in series
Sony will be keeping a close eye on the courtroom over the coming weeks, as Palworld has been struck by a Nintendo lawsuit overnight. Many had expected the Mario maker to come after the surprise survival game success earlier in the year, after its creature designs appeared to lift directly from the...
News PS Plus Members Get Hundreds of PS5, PS4 Discounts in New PS Store Sale
Exclusive deals for subscribers
If the current Planet of the Discounts sale on PS Store isn't enough for you, Sony has another promotion up its sleeve. The latest batch of discounts is now available, and the deals are exclusively for members of PS Plus. If you subscribe to the service, you'll be able to take advantage of hundreds of extra deals on...
News Minecraft Is Dropping PSVR Support Early Next Year
Going full flat
Developer Mojang has announced its plans to drop support for PSVR in its ever-popular sandbox game, Minecraft. As outlined in a recent update on its website, you won't be able to play the game using PS4's virtual reality headset as of March 2025. Minecraft has been playable in PSVR on PS4 since September 2020, when it was added in a...
News Wind's Howling Through This Netflix The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep Clip
Nothing but a softy
It feels like an eternity since the release of CD Projekt Red's groundbreaking RPG, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and though a sequel is in the works, Geralt of Rivia will not be the protagonist. Thankfully, you can get your fix of gravelly-voice
News Battlefield Fans Triangulate Real-World Location Shown in Concept Art
Let's Rock
EA only just showed off a piece of concept art for the in-development next Battlefield game, which doesn't even have an official name yet. That didn't stop fans from quickly deducing the real-world location depicted in the war-torn scene, with one in particular making a pretty convincing case. Spotted by IGN, content creator
News Fresh Marathon Details Cover Heroes, Pricing, and Bungie's Silence
The final sprint is going to be brutal
We know remarkably little about Marathon, considering its release window begins in a few months, having been revealed almost a year and a half ago. We aren't sure how many more mulligans Bungie is allowed, either, and with the spectre of Concord and
News Dragon Age: Inquisition Massively Oversold Projections, Remains BioWare's Biggest Game
Commander who?
In a mildly surprising revelation a decade on from the launch of BioWare's Dragon Age: Inquisition, it turns out the developers' last venture to Thedas was wildly successful and "massively" oversold EA's internal projections. In addition, Inquisition shifted a monstrous 12 million copies, making it BioWare's best-selling game to date;...
News Space Marine 2 Bot Buffs, Multiplayer Balancing, and Additional Server Capacity Inbound
Hold fast, support is en route
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been a big hit, smashing sales figures and attracting vast numbers of new adherents to the Imperial Truth. Developer Saber Interactive and publisher Focus Entertainment have been taking your feedback and released a Q&A outlining what the future holds for the gritty shooter...
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Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Quests
Every main quest and side quest in Final Fantasy 16
Looking for information on all quests in Final Fantasy 16? As you'd expect, this action RPG is divided up into multiple main quests and side quests, all of which will be presented to you as you make your way through the story. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, below is a list of all quests in...
Guide God of War Ragnarok Guide: Walkthrough, All Collectibles, and Wiki
Your ultimate 100% completion guide for God of War Ragnarok
God of War Ragnarok is an action adventure game created by PS Studios developer Santa Monica Studio for PS5, PS4, and PC, and is the sequel to 2018's critically acclaimed God of War. In our God of War Ragnarok review, we described the title as "phenomenal" and awarded it a 10/10. In this...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Curiosities for the Wall of Memories
For the Hoard
Looking for all curiosities for the Wall of Memories in Final Fantasy 16? Curiosities are unique items you'll gradually gather during your time with Final Fantasy 16, and some of them will be displayed in Clive's Chambers on the Wall of Memories. You need to track down all of these in order to unlock the For the Hoard Trophy. As part...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Best Equipment and How to Get It
Best sword, armor, and accessories
What's the best equipment in Final Fantasy 16? By the end of the game, there are specific pieces of equipment that are simply better than everything else. This applies to Clive's sword, belt, and vambraces. Accessories are a little more subjective, but we've still got some key recommendations as to which...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Eikons and Best Eikon Abilities
The best Eikon abilities to unlock and equip
Looking for all Eikons and best Eikon abilities in Final Fantasy 16? By the end of the game, Clive will have access to a wide range of abilities, each one bringing something unique to his elemental arsenal. In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to cover the pros and cons of each ability in order to...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Is It Good on PS4?
Hands-on impressions of the last-gen version
What's God of War Ragnarok like on PS4? Sony revived God of War on PS4 with the excellent 2018 release, and now, the sequel is about to become one of the last first-party titles on the last-gen console. God of War Ragnarok is one of several cross-gen releases from the platform holder, tapping into the...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Notorious Mark Hunts
All hunt locations, rewards, and combat tips
Looking for all Notorious Mark Hunts in Final Fantasy 16? These optional but always entertaining side activities see Clive track down and battles against some of the game's most dangerous warriors and creatures. In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we'll be listing all Notorious Mark Hunts, complete with...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Start the Valhalla DLC
Valhalla awaits
Looking for how to the start the Valhalla DLC in God of War Ragnarok? Valhalla is a roguelike mode inspired by games like Hades and Returnal, where you unlock different equipment and skills in each combat run, many of which are lost when you're defeated. Some permanent progression unlocks assist with your progress, and there's a...
News Sony Priming 'Even Less Exciting' PS5 Remaster for State of Play
After 57% said they don't want Horizon Zero Dawn
It sounds like Sony’s upcoming State of Play – widely expected to be broadcast on 24th September although still technically unannounced – could bring news of an “even less exciting” remaster than Horizon Zero Dawn, which leaked on rating
Guide Final Fantasy 16 Trophy Guide: All PS5 Trophies and How to Get the Platinum
Unlock all the Trophies in Final Fantasy 16
Looking for a Final Fantasy 16 Trophy guide? As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to help you unlock all Trophies and show you how to get the Platinum. This Trophy roadmap will explain everything you need to know about clearing the game's Trophy list. Note: Due to the nature of this page,...
Guide Final Fantasy 16 Guide: Your Ultimate Wiki and Walkthrough Resource
A full guide for the action RPG
Welcome to our Final Fantasy 16 guide, your ultimate resource to Square Enix's PS5 and PC action RPG. We gave the game an 'excellent' 9/10 in our Final Fantasy 16 PS5 review, calling it "the best single-player Final Fantasy in over a decade". We've spent over 200 hours with the game in order to bring you this...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Full God of War Story Recap
God of lore
God of War Ragnarok is here, and continues the tale of Kratos and his son, Atreus. The previous game was a fresh slate for the Ghost of Sparta who, after conquering the Greek pantheon in the original trilogy, travels to the Norse realms to start a new life. Of course, things don't stay peaceful forever, and Kratos is forced to engage...
Guide Final Fantasy 16 New Game +: Final Fantasy Mode Explained and What Carries Over
Begin again
Looking to have Final Fantasy 16 New Game + Explained? Unlike a lot of recent releases, New Game + is available in Final Fantasy 16 from launch — you don't need a specific update or any kind of DLC. It's also quite a robust implementation, adding a lot of welcome replay value to the action RPG. In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we'll...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Play as Young Kratos
Classic Kratos
Looking for how to play as young Kratos in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? A skin inspired by the Greek version of God of War's protagonist is unlockable in Santa Monica Studio's roguelike mode, and can be used instead of his more modern, bearded look. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain how...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Get Crests and What to Do with Them
Crest fest
Looking for how to get Crests and what to do with them in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Crests are a type of currency used in God of War Ragnarok's roguelike mode, which can be used to permanently improve Kratos' rewards within the mode, as well as unlock new armours and cosmetics. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide,...
Guide Final Fantasy 16 Combat Tips: 13 Things I Wish I Knew Before Playing
Advice for beginners and advanced players
Looking for Final Fantasy 16 combat tips? In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to detail 13 tips that should help everyone get better at the game, regardless of whether you're a total beginner or someone who's looking to explore more advanced techniques. Without further ado, here are our Final...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Are There Missable Quests?
Can you miss side quests?
Are there missable quests in Final Fantasy 16? The bane of many an RPG player, permanently missing out on quests can be a real pain, especially if you haven't saved your progress in a while. You can find the answer in this Final Fantasy 16 guide. Are There Missable Quests in Final Fantasy 16?: Unfortunately, yes, there...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Get Spirit Seals and What to Do with Them
Spirited away
Looking for how to get Spirit Seals and what to do with them in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Spirit Seals are a type of currency used in God of War Ragnarok's roguelike mode, which can be used to permanently improve Kratos' abilities within the mode. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain how...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Can You Keep Playing After Completing the Game?
There's always more to do
Can you keep playing Final Fantasy 16 after completing the game? This is sometimes a difficult question to answer when it comes to RPGs, but we're going to give it a shot with this spoiler-free Final Fantasy 16 guide. Can You Keep Playing Final Fantasy 16 After Completing the Game?: Yes, you can keep playing Final Fantasy...
Guide Final Fantasy 16 Difficulty: Difficulty Settings and How to Change Them
Timely accessories and hard mode explained
Looking for info on difficulty settings and how to change them in Final Fantasy 16? In this hopefully helpful Final Fantasy 16 guide, we'll explain how difficulty works, and how it can be altered to suit your needs. Final Fantasy 16 Difficulty: Difficulty Settings and How to Change Them: Final Fantasy...
News Horizon Zero Dawn's PS5, PC Remaster Is Very Much the Real Deal
This will go down well
There had been rumours of a remaster of Guerrilla’s 2017 open world adventure Horizon Zero Dawn for quite some time, but following the unexpected announcement of LEGO Horizon Adventures earlier this year, some speculated that insiders may have got their wires crossed. Actually, it turns out the PS4 re-release is real, as...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: The Rising Tide Walkthrough
Water way to go
The Rising Tide is a DLC Quest for Final Fantasy 16, accessible during Back to Their Origin. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explain everything you need to know about The Rising Tide
News Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth's Huge PS5 Pro Enhancements Are a 'Vast Improvement'
A meaningful upgrade at 60fps
Here come the early tech evaluations, then: according to the experts at Digital Foundry, based on several minutes of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth footage running on the PS5 Pro, the upgrade is a “night and day” difference. We’ve already heard murmurs about the improvements to this game in particular, which will run at...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Save and Quit
Suspend your progress
Looking for how to save and quit in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? The roguelike structure of Santa Monica Studio's new gameplay mode is designed to be played in bitesized sessions, but sometimes life comes calling and you just need to save an quit. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Fight at The Forum
Formidable foes await
Looking for how to fight at The Forum in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? The Forum is an arena in Santa Monica Studio's roguelike mode that's part of the Greece area found in upper Valhalla. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain how to fight at The Forum. How Do You Fight at The Forum...
News Over 200 Noteworthy PS5, PS4 Games Discounted on PS Store
Some lowest ever prices
It’s an uneventful Wednesday, which means an avalanche of new software has been discounted on the PS Store. Actually, we’re exaggerating, today’s list of deals isn’t an avalanche – more a small sprinkling. There’s some good games here, though, some of which are enjoying their lowest ever prices – like Resident...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Get Divine Triumphs and What to Do with Them
The most valuable currency in the mode
Looking for how to earn Divine Triumphs and what to do with them in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Divine Triumphs are a type of currency used in God of War Ragnarok's roguelike mode, which can be used to purchase some of the most desirable permanent upgrades in Santa Monica Studio's roguelike mode. On this...
Mini Review Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP (PS5) - A Sweet Return with a Bittersweet Bite
Burst bubble
Let’s get one thing straight: Lollipop Chainsaw is amazing. This seminal, subversive monstrosity from the minds of legendary developer Suda51 and Hollywood big-shot James Gunn (in his PG Porn era, no less) is as amusing today as it was over a decade ago; it’s outrageous, ridiculous, obnoxious, garish – we absolutely love it, and...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: How to Increase Potion Capacity and Healing
How to heal more HP
Looking for how to increase potion capacity and healing in Final Fantasy 16? Potions and High Potions are used to heal Clive both in and out of combat, but he can only carry a limited amount of each. In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we'll tell you how to increase potion capacity and healing. How to Increase Potion Capacity and...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Find All 3 Boat Captain Keys
You again?
Looking for how to find all 3 Boat Captain Keys in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Boat Captain Keys are a type of collectible discovered after you've completed the main story of Santa Monica Studio's roguelike mode. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain how to find all 3 Boat Captain Keys. How...
News PS5 Exclusives Final Fantasy 16, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth Failed to Meet Expectations
Expect future entries to be multiformat
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth will be competing for the top accolades when it comes to Game of the Year this Christmas, but Square Enix isn’t happy with how it’s performed. In fact, the Japanese publisher’s two big PS5 exclusives, also including Final Fantasy 16, have failed to “meet expectations”...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: What's the Max Level?
How to reach max level in Final Fantasy 16
What's the max level in Final Fantasy 16? Success in battle awards Clive with experience points, and once he's got enough of them, he'll level up, which increases his base stats, like HP and strength. But is there a cap to how powerful Clive can get? Having completed the game, we've got the answer in this...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Are There Party Members?
Yes and no
Are there party members in Final Fantasy 16? Do you only play as Clive? The answers to these questions are a little bit more nuanced than you might think, so let's get into the details in this Final Fantasy 16 guide. Are There Party Members in Final Fantasy 16?: The short answer is yes, Clive is joined by numerous party members...
News In an Unprecedented Twist, Sony Is Licensing Freedom Wars to Bandai Namco
Run it back
Many of you will have seen the unexpected news that iconic PS Vita classic Freedom Wars is making a comeback on PS5 and PS4 early next year. The title will be published by Bandai Namco, and it’ll also launch on Nintendo Switch and PC. So, what’s going on, considering this is an intellectual property wholly owned by Sony? Well, if...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Get Mastery Seals and What to Do with Them
No one man should have too much power
Looking for how to get Mastery Seals and what to do with them in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Mastery Seals are a type of currency used in God of War Ragnarok's roguelike mode, which can be used to permanently improve Kratos' abilities within the mode. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide,...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Get Fleeting Echoes and What to Do with Them
Cough up
Looking for how to get Fleeting Echoes and what to do with them for God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Fleeting Echoes are a type of currency used in God of War Ragnarok's roguelike mode, which can be used to temporarily upgrade your gear and abilities at Tablets of Endeavor. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Unlock Sanctuary Barriers
Sands of time
Looking for how to unlock Sanctuary Barriers in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Sanctuary Barriers are swirling sand-like blockades you find in realm sanctuaries in non-combat areas. They can be permanently unlocked using Sanctuary Barrier Keys, and usually contain high-value rewards on the other side. On this page, as part of our God...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: All Materials and Where to Find Them
Locations for every material
Looking for all materials and where to find them in Final Fantasy 16? Materials are used to craft increasingly powerful equipment for Clive, and can also be used to upgrade existing gear. Most materials in the game are very common — often dropped by all manner of monsters — but others are exceedingly rare, and can...
News 'Final Chapter' of Star Wars Jedi Series Currently in Development
May the Force be with you, always
In celebration of that most sacred of all holidays, EA Investor Day, the firm has revealed that the "final chapter" in the Star Wars Jedi series, and protagonist Cal Kestis' own story, is currently in development at Respawn Entertainment. Beginning with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and continuing in Star Wars Jedi:...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Change the Difficulty
Hard knocks
Looking for how to change the difficulty in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? You'll be able to select your preferred difficulty when starting a new game of Santa Monica Studio's new roguelike mode, but it's not obvious how to change it at a later date. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to explain how to...
News Vince Zampella Defends PS5 Pro Price, Says 'It's Actually Not That Bad'
"Would it be better if it was cheaper? Sure"
EA Studios general manager and Respawn Entertainment co-founder Vince Zampella has defended the price of the PS5 Pro, saying, "It's actually not that bad." With the next Battlefield deep in development, the executive is certain the extra horsepower can be used to "do cooler things," but what those things...
News Stone-Cold PS Vita Classic Returns in Freedom Wars Remastered PS5, PS4
Good morning, Sinner
Like a bolt out of the blue, apparently in celebration of the game's 10th anniversary (has it really been that long?), an HD remaster of the PS Vita action RPG, Freedom Wars, has been revealed. The best part is you won't even have to suffer through another interminable prison sentence before it arrives, breaking out on PS5 and...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Do You Need to Play Previous Final Fantasy Games?
16 games is a lot
Do you need to play previous Final Fantasy games in order to enjoy Final Fantasy 16? This is a question we see getting asked on a regular basis, and if you're not familiar with the long-running series, then we can understand why you might be asking it. After all, that's a 16 at the end of the name! In this Final Fantasy 16 guide,...
News Mortal Kombat 1's Khaos Reigns PS5 Launch Trailer Is Deliciously Disgusting
Dead gross
Mortal Kombat 1’s massive Khaos Reigns expansion will release on 24th September, bringing with it an entire new storyline to NetherRealm’s increasingly complicated plot. This trailer doesn’t really dilly on the details: it just shows off a series of murders, many of which will make you wince and chuckle in equal measure. Seriously,...
News God of War Ragnarok's PC Launch Trailer Reminds You It's a Classic
Out tomorrow on Steam
Boy, how good was God of War Ragnarok? In an industry utterly obsessed with the Next Big Thing, we often forget about the great games that have already come and gone. Santa Monica Studio’s sequel was absolutely a modern classic: enormous in scale with jaw-dropping art direction and some truly memorable gameplay encounters...
Guide God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla: How to Change Kratos' Appearance
Lookin' good
Looking for how to change Kratos' appearance in God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla? Giving Santa Monica Studio's skin-headed antihero a new look is a large part of the franchise's appeal, and there are lots of cosmetic options to unlock in the title's roguelike mode. On this page, as part of our God of War Ragnarok guide, we're going to...
News Helldivers 2's Big PS5, PC Update Arrives, Nerfing Difficulty and Reworking Armour
Once more into the breach
Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead imposed a 60-day deadline on itself to address the myriad concerns and qualms of the riotous community. Well, times up, and Patch 1.001.100 is here, introducing sweeping changes to gameplay balance, weapons, stratagems, armour penetration, and difficulty across the board. Whether it will be...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: How Long Is It?
How many hours is Final Fantasy 16?
How long is Final Fantasy 16? Square Enix has gone on record saying that the main story takes around 35 hours, but having played through the whole game ourselves — including all side content — we've got some more accurate numbers. Unfortunately, the game itself doesn't track your playtime — you can't even...
News PS Vita Fans Want Soul Sacrifice to Return on PS5, PS4 Next
Grotesque but great
There was a period when the PS Vita was new where Sony was desperate to secure a Monster Hunter-style hit on the system. You may recall that Capcom’s series had been extremely kind to the PSP, effectively securing it a second wind in its native Japan. But it’s widely rumoured that Nintendo swooped in and bought Nintendo 3DS...
News Clock Tower: Rewind Launches Two Days Earlier in the West on PS5, PS4
Ding dong
Sunsoft's revived classic horror outing, Clock Tower: Rewind, has a Japan and Asia release date of 31st October, and we've been waiting for a Western launch date. Prepare to experience this spooky point-and-click nightmare on 29th October in North America and Europe, available on both PS5 and PS4. Published by WayForward, self-styled...
News PS5 Promo Video Promises It's Time to Play
Are you ready?
Sony’s released a new PS5 promo montage, which will presumably run on television and in YouTube ad reels over the coming months. The video simply declares “it’s time to play”, and includes footage of a variety of tentpole titles, including Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Astro Bot, God of War Ragnarok, Hogwarts Legacy, Helldivers 2,...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Echoes of the Fallen Walkthrough
Slay the spire
Echoes of the Fallen is a DLC Quest for Final Fantasy 16, accessible during Back to Their Origin. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explain everything you need to know about Echoes of the Fallen
Guide Final Fantasy 16: The Uninvited Guest Walkthrough
Guest who
The Uninvited Guest is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you unlock Leviathan abilities. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to explai
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Beyond the Grave Walkthrough
Witching hour
Beyond the Grave is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you finish The Rising Tide's main quest. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going
Guide Final Fantasy 16: How to Get a Chocobo
How to ride a Chocobo
Looking for how to get a Chocobo in Final Fantasy 16? These big birds have been mascots of the Final Fantasy games for decades, and they make a return in Final Fantasy 16. And yes, Clive can ride one to get around faster. In this Final Fantasy 16 guide, we'll tell you how to get a Chocobo. How to Get a Chocobo in Final Fantasy...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: The Water of Life Walkthrough
Water birth
The Water of Life is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you finish The Rising Tide's main quest. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going
News Recently Revealed Dead By Daylight Spin-Off Project T Already Cancelled
Following internal risk assessment
Dead by Daylight developer Behaviour Interactive has announced the cancellation of Project T, revealed in May of this year. Following playtesting in July, the cooperative PVE shooter failed to pass the internal risk assessment, and "the outcome of this deep analysis yielded unsatisfactory overall results"...
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Last Licks Walkthrough
Guivre a break
Last Licks is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you finish The Rising Tide's main quest. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to e
Guide Final Fantasy 16: It's the Thought that Counts Walkthrough
Blue hue
It's the Thought that Counts is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears during your first visit to Haven. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to ex
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Bird of Passage Walkthrough
Ambrosia? I hardly know 'er
Bird of Passage is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you unlock Leviathan abilities. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're g
Guide Final Fantasy 16: What Ails You Walkthrough
Tonberry, or not tonberry
What Ails You is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you unlock Leviathan abilities. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Lost in the Woods Walkthrough
Damp danger
Lost in the Woods is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you finish The Rising Tide's main quest. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Reign of Pain Walkthrough
Croaked king
Reign of Pain is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you finish The Rising Tide's main quest. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to
Guide Final Fantasy 16: Roles of Honor Walkthrough
Let's be Qatav-ing you
Roles of Honor is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears after you unlock Leviathan abilities. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going t
Guide Final Fantasy 16: The Pursuit of Knowledge Walkthrough
Child's play
The Pursuit of Knowledge is a Side Quest in Final Fantasy 16's DLC expansion, The Rising Tide. It first appears during your first visit to Haven. As part of our Final Fantasy 16 guide, we're going to ex
Tuesday17th Sep 2024
News 13 New PS Plus Extra, Premium Games Available to Download Now on PS5, PS4
Are you feeling plucky?
It's new PS Plus games day! Members of the PS Plus Extra and PS Plus Premium tiers will have access to a baker's dozen of modern and retro titles across PS5 and PS4. The selection is going live right now in Europe, with other regions to follow in due course. One thing to note: The Plucky Squire, which launches as a day one PS...
Review Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster (PS5) - Capcom Classic Still Shines 18 Years Later
Being Frank
There’s a certain charm to the Capcom of the PS3 generation; a time when its releases were just as likely to land as they were to heavily miss. For every Devil May Cry 4 or Dragon’s Dogma, there was a Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City to set it back to square one. Nowadays, those extreme gulfs in quality have been reduced to...
News Final Fantasy 16 Is F**cked and PS5's New Firmware Is to Blame
Square Enix investigating
Final Fantasy 16 has been suffering from some unexpected bugs on the PS5 this past week, and it’s beginning to look like the system’s recent firmware update is to blame. Players have reported everything from graphical glitches to crashes in the console exclusive – none of which occurred prior to last week’s system...
News 10 Major PS5, PS4 Games Are Getting Axed from PS Plus Extra, Including LittleBigPlanet 3
Last chance saloon
If you just started Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age, then you may want to get to work, because the 150 hour epic’s about to be removed from PS Plus Extra. While Sony doesn’t declare the exact date of any upcoming removals, it’ll almost certainly be 15th October, when the next batch of releases are rotated into...
Review The Plucky Squire (PS5) - Joyful, Inventive Adventure on Every Page of PS Plus Gem
Jot what the doctor ordered
The Plucky Squire leapt out at us from the very first moment we saw its debut trailer, teasing the dimension-hopping capabilities of its central storybook hero. We're pleased to say the full game delivers on this core premise handsomely; Jot's journey across the pages of his book and beyond is full of unique moments and...
News Astro Bot Update 1.004 Is Available Now on PS5, and Nobody Knows What It Does
Well, except Team Asobi
PS5's jolly 3D platformer Astro Bot has today received another small update. Bringing the game to version 1.004, the patch is only 382.5 MB in size, and it's available to download and install now. It's the second patch within a few days or so, with patch 1.003 arriving last week. Much like the last update, this latest one...
News Sony Pulled Bungie's Head Out of Its Ass, and an Ex-Lawyer Reckons That Was a Good Thing
"It was important to pretend that 'nothing would change'"
A former Bungie lawyer has made some illuminating remarks concerning parent company Sony and its wayward, unruly child. Following its acquisition by the PlayStation platform holder in 2022, Bungie has frequently been in the headlines, but rarely for the right reasons. On that most exciting...
News THQ Nordic Announces PS5 Port of PS4 Remaster of PS3 Action Game Darksiders 2
Deathinitive Edition coming to PS5
Publisher THQ Nordic has announced it's bringing Darksiders 2: Deathinitive Edition to PS5. Unveiled via the above trailer, it looks like this will be a pretty straightforward port of the action title, and it launches on 15th October 2024. The original Darksiders 2 launched for PS3 in 2012, while the Deathinitive...
News Big Dragon's Dogma 2 Patch 2.01 Out Now on PS5, Boosts Performance, Balances Vocations
Casual Mode also added
As promised by Capcom, a fairly significant update for Dragon's Dogma 2 has landed. Patch 2.01 is available to download now on PS5, weighing in at a reasonable 909MB. Just like the developer said, the goal here is to reduce CPU demand — the main cause of frame rate fluctuations, especially when running about in the game's...
News UFO 50 Not Launching on PS5 This Week Is Bumming Us Out
Retro-style compilation getting rave reviews
You’d think Push Square Towers would still be aflutter with chatter about the PS5 Pro, but frankly there’s only one thing dominating office conversation: why isn’t UFO 50 launching on PlayStation this week? The fictional retro compilation – which documents the catalogue of an 80s game developer...
Mini Review Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis (PS5) - Expensive Expansion Is a Flawed Affair
SEES the day
Episode Aigis is an epilogue to Persona 3 Reload — a remake of the additional scenario that first appeared in Persona 3 FES on the PS2. Much like Reload itself, this expansion is pretty much a one-to-one recreation in terms of core narrative and structure, but it's bolstered by all of the remake's quality of life and combat system...
News Yoshi-P Pleads for Modder Restraint Ahead of Final Fantasy 16 PC Launch
"Please don't make or install anything like that"
With its lengthy period of PS5 exclusivity now at a close, Final Fantasy XVI producer Naoki "Yoshi-P" Yoshida is concerned about the inevitable debauchery that will follow once the PC modding community gets its grasping paws on the game (available today, 17th September). Yoshida doesn't want to see...
News Vince Zampella Confirms Battlefield Will Return to Modern Setting
What a time to be alive
Battlefield fans burnt by 2042's near-future backdrop will be pleased to know the next entry will return to a modern setting for the first time since 2013's Battlefield 4. Respawn Group Head and EA Studios general manager Vince Zampella sat down with IGN for an exclusive chat and revealed the first piece of concept art for...
News Baldur's Gate 3's First Custom Maps Portend Endless D&D Adventure
Avernus, here we come
With Larian allowing modders to have at Baldur's Gate 3 for about a week now, the results are already looking quite promising, indeed, with detailed custom maps beginning to emerge. Heroic modders are attempting to take us where even the developer dare not tread, and with mod support coming to PS5 next month, console-bound...
News PS Plus Premium's Latest Retro Titles All Have Trophies on PS5, PS4
Mister Mosquito! Secret Agent Clank! Sky Gunner!
With Sony's monthly new retro releases on PS Plus Premium, a fairly common question is whether or not they have Trophies. For many, collecting these digital gongs as you play through a game is a fun bonus to the core experience, while others strive to gather as many of them as possible. Well, Trophy...
News PS5, PS4's Long Awaited Skate Reboot Will Launch in Early Access Next Year
Flipping the script
It’s been five long years since we excitedly reported EA was working on a new Skate game, and now we can confirm it will launch on PS5 and PS4 next year – albeit in Early Access. While this may seem unusual for a AAA title, the skateboarding sim’s entire development cycle has been unorthodox, with developer Full Circle...
News Human Fall Flat VR Is Bringing Physics-Based Platforming to PSVR2
Human stand straight
Publisher Curve Games has announced Human Fall Flat VR, a virtual reality version of its smash hit puzzle platformer title. There's not a huge amount to go on right now, but we do have the above teaser trailer and a brief description of what to expect. Coming to PSVR2, Human Fall Flat VR sounds like it'll be a pretty faithful...
Monday16th Sep 2024
News PS6 Is Already Deep in Development, Backwards Compatibility of High Importance
Intel lost chip manufacturing contract
Sony is already hard at work on the PS6, a Reuters article has revealed. The exclusive report delves into the story of Intel, and how it allegedly lost the contract to manufacture chips for the next-gen machine. Talks between the two tech giants purportedly took place in 2022, with AMD ultimately winning the...
News PS5 Pro Shows Real Promise in First Expert Analysis
Game changer
It’s still extremely early days for PS5 Pro but early expert analysis from Digital Foundry is in, and it’s sounding cautiously optimistic. Of course it’s important to note that you can still think Sony’s new-gen system is too expensive; that’s a perfectly valid point of view. You can also believe the improvements aren’t...
News Annapurna Interactive Exodus Sees Entire Staff Resign
After a failed spin-off attempt
Update: A spokesperson for Annapurna has reached out to us to point out that Hector Sanchez is the President of Interactive and New Media at Annapurna, and has not replaced Nathan Gary as the president of Annapurna Interactive, as previously reported. Original Article: The entire staff of video game publisher...
News PS5 Pro's Alan Wake 2 Upgrades Will Be a 'Pleasant Surprise'
Remedy weighs in on supercharged system
There was drama among gaming enthusiasts this weekend when a paywalled Digital Foundry analysis of some early PS5 Pro footage attached some lower than expected resolutions to titles like Alan Wake 2. We’re going to refrain from sharing the information here, primarily because it’s not publicly available –...
News LEGO Horizon Adventures Bares Its 'A*s' in ESRB Rating for PS5, PC, Switch
Horizon Forbidden Word
Sony is publishing not one but two family-friendly games in 2024. While the world is loving PS5's superb 3D platformer Astro Bot, another equally all-ages title is due for release before Christmas: LEGO Horizon Adventures. Though a release date is yet to be announced (unless you believe a leak on PlayStation's website), a...
News PS Plus Premium's TimeSplitters Titles Now All Have Trophies on PS5, PS4
Present perfect
Last month, the much loved TimeSplitters trilogy made its way onto PS5 and PS4, and there was much rejoicing. Available as part of PS Plus Premium's range of retro games, or purchasable standalone, TimeSplitters 1, 2, and Future Perfect are now all playable on current systems. The only real downside was a lack of Trophies — far...
Preview Unknown 9 Awakening Plays Like a Long Lost PS3 Remaster on PS5, PS4
Invasion of the body hopper
Unknown 9 Awakening feels like a remastered PS3 game, and we mean that in the nicest possible way. This cross-media debut from Montreal-based studio Reflector is part of a wider push into comics, books, and more. But its largely linear level design and small-scale combat skirmishes feel like they were designed over a...
News PS5's Astro Bot the USA's Second Best-Selling Game in Its First Week
"Solid week one," says analyst
While the Circana (NPD) report for September's US video game sales has yet to be released, the firm's own Mat Piscatella has weighed in on Astro Bot's sales performance thus far. Unfortunately, we haven't seen official figures from Sony (and probably won't unless they're truly noteworthy), and have so far had to rely...
News The Game Awards Host Geoff Keighley and Parody Site Hard Drive Are Beefing
Didn't see that coming
Well, we didn’t have this on our bingo card for 2024: The Game Awards host Geoff Keighley and parody site Hard Drive are having a bit of a spat – and it’s all playing out publicly on social media. While we’re sure there’ll be no grudges held, things have been getting a little juicy all week, ever since the ex-Bonus...
News Space Marine 2 Fans Think They've Unearthed Space Marine 3's Big Bad
The Sleepers begin to stir
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has only been out for just over a week, and it's been fascinating to see Game's Workshop's now decades-old setting consuming an entirely new audience. Its deep universe and expansive lore can be overwhelming, especially for newcomers. As such, they will be forgiven just this once for...
Review Train Sim World 5 (PS5) - A Solid Update Stuck on Familiar Tracks
Chugging along
If you’ll forgive a veteran virtual train driver a moment of indulgence, Train Sim World is one of the few series this writer has returned to over and over again. There’s something deeply soothing about commandeering a hunk of metal through an otherwise uneventful afternoon, making passenger stops as you soak up the scenery...
News Co-Op Action FPS Warhammer 40k: Darktide Should Finally Be Announced for PS5 Soon
Into the light
Originally released for PC in 2022 (and Xbox Series X|S in 2023), Warhammer 40,000: Darktide could be making its way to PS5 in the relatively near future. As spotted by Gematsu, the title has been rated for Sony's system in Taiwan — which is often a sign that things are in motion. Darktide is from Fatshark, the same developer that...
News Suda 51 Says 'Everyone Cares Too Much About Metacritic Scores'
Shinji Mikami says "unique games" are being drowned out
Japanese video game industry legends Goichi "Suda 51" Suda and Shinji Mikami (of No More Heroes and Resident Evil fame, respectively) aren't huge fans of critical aggregator Metacritic. The storied developers think that the industry practice has a detrimental effect on creativity, which is...
News Blizzard Reportedly Made $150 Million in Diablo 4 Microtransactions
"Over $1 billion total lifetime revenue"
Blizzard's long-running demon-slaying series continues to be a golden goose, with the reported revelation that its latest action RPG offering has bagged over $150 million in microtransactions alone from Diablo 4 players. In addition, the title has broken that lofty video game sales ceiling, garnering "over $1...
News LEGO Fortnite May Be the Most Impressive PS5, PS4 Game You're Not Playing
Set sail for the Lost Isles
Since the ever-expanding Fortnite introduced its trio of new experiences, we’ve not heard LEGO Fortnite mentioned much. The mode has been steadily expanding, however, with new gameplay mechanics, features, and improvements rolled out in a kind of “live service” style. This week it’ll get its biggest expansion yet:...
News Dan Houser's Absurd Ventures Scoops Up Immortals of Aveum Talent, Forms New Studio
Welcome back, Absurd Marin
Update: A spokesperson from Absurd Ventures has contacted us to point out the newly formed Absurd Marin's game will be set in a "separate, yet to be announced universe" — and not part of the A Better Paradise universe, as previously reported. Original Article: A core of developers from Ascendant Studios (including its...
News Inhale Dangerous Fumes in Helldivers 2's Chemical Agents Warbond on PS5, PC
Deep breaths
Helldivers 2's next Warbond has been unveiled, and like all those that came before it, it follows a theme. Chemical Agents will allow for the deployment of various kinds of noxious gas guaranteed to eradicate all but the most entrenched Bug infestations, and apparently it works on Bots, too. Chemical Agents will be out in time for the...
News Pacific Drive's Latest PS5 Update Lets You Tinker with Wide Range of Difficulty Options
Drive your way
Developer Ironwood Studios isn't done with Pacific Drive just yet. Its debut game, a roguelike survival experience about traversing a volatile landscape in a banged-up old car, has been a success for the team, and its latest update is a big one, allowing players to fully customise a huge variety of difficulty parameters. You can get a...
