Rift Lite launches today, play the first 20 levels free

Trion Worlds has announcedRift Lite, allowing players to try the MMORiftwithout any payments or time restrictions for the first 20 levels. The maximum level within the game is 50, so 20 free levels is more than generous if you ask me.Rift Liteis launching alongside a new patch, Carnival of the Ascended, which you can read abouthere. It’s been almost a year sinceRiftlaunched and I thinkRift Liteis the correct move. There are those of us who have always been interested inRift‘s world, but not enough to actually shell out the initial investment....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Charlene Johnson

Rockman Xover will be at TGS, protagonist has stupid name

Capcom is sooooo good to us Since Capcom has decided that a Western release ofRockman Xoveriscrucial, I feel duty-bound to deliver the latest details so that you may prepare yourself against thine enemy. As mentioned previously,Xoveris a social RPG for iOS devices meant to coincide with theMega Manseries’ 25th anniversary. We’ve now learned that the game will be free-to-play, so at the very least you don’t have to spend a single red cent on this mountain of filth....

July 15, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Joshua Mcgrath

Rubber Armor set locations Tears of the Kingdom

Always use Shock protection Armor sets can be your best friend inTears of the Kindom.Around Hyrule, you’ll find a plethora of armors that’ll benefit your playthrough. While some armor can bolster your abilities, others will provide protection, or even a boost to your damage when exposed to certain elements. And for Shock resistance, there’s the Rubber Armor. Rubber Armor Set Locations in Tears of the Kingdom While some armor, like theClimbing Gear, can bolster your climbing speed and stamina drain, other armors, like theFroggy Armor, protect you from the weather in certain situations....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 608 words · Tammie Barber

Rumor: First-person mode coming to Fortnite in new season

Looking down the barrel of a gun, son of a gun… Fans of Epic Games’Fortniteare currently picking apart new rumors that an all-new first-person mode is in the works for the battle royale juggernaut, with established leakers suggesting that the new perspective onFortnite‘s cartoonish chaos will be arriving in the game’s next season. Fortnitehas been a third-person battler ever since its initial launch in 2017, back when perhaps none of us had any idea of what a staggering global success Epic Games’ venture was set to become....

July 15, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Steven Griffith

Scraps: 7/8/08

Today, we picked up some information that could be a hint as to what Nintendo will not be revealing at this year’s E3. For anyone who was hoping we’d see a new Mario title with Bowser as the game’s main baddie, think again. As it turns out, Bowser has gotten out of the bad guy business andhas opened up a furniture storein Hummelstown, PA. We took a trip out there today, and Bowser has a pretty great selection of couches and dining room tables....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 145 words · Elizabeth Hernandez

Shovel Knight Dig hits Switch, Steam, and Apple Arcade in September

At long last, it’s tunneling time Even though I’ve failed to keep up with theShovel Knightextended universe, as a fan of the action-platformer debut, Shovel Knight’s ensuing cameos, andMr. Driller-style games in general, I’ve beenlooking forward toShovel Knight Dig. Nitrome and Yacht Club Gamesfinally announceda release date today —Shovel Knight Digis coming to Nintendo Switch, PC (via Steam), and Apple Arcade on August 08, 2025. No news about PlayStation. Here’s a YouTube skit with gameplay footage beginning at the 1:09 mark....

July 15, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Isaac Johnson

Steam expands to offer non-game software

Valve announced today that the first non-game software titles are heading to Steam on September 5. Specific titles were not given, but we know that everything from creativity to productivity software will be offered. Valve says that more titles will be added follwing the launch, and developers will be welcome to submit more viaSteam Greenlight. Some of the new titles will offer Steamworks support like auto updating, saving to your Steam Cloud, and easy installation....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Jonathan Rodgers

Still game on Windows XP or Vista? Blizzard says you’re out of luck in October

This warning is actually an extension While Blizzard is known for their tried and true support of their legacy games,even 14 years into some of them, there’s a limit. By way of a forum post a Blizzard official has reminded folks that if you’re gaming on Vista or XP machines, support for those two OSes ends in October. The studio previously noted that February was the end date, but that’s since been extended and the culling will now take place later this year....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Julie Sanchez

The Monster Hunter movie sounds bananas

Resident Evil’s Paul W.S. Anderson is on board Given its past successes, Capcom is understandably interested in pursuing a film adaptation ofMonster Hunter, and so is writer-director Paul W.S. Anderson (Alien vs. Predator,Death Race, and thestill-ongoing but almost finishedResident Evilseries), according toDeadline. Anderson and producing partner Jeremy Bolt are teaming up again, this time for the monster-slaying action-RPG series. “It’s very much [Capcom’s] crown jewel,” Anderson said of the property alongside Bolt in a wide-ranging Q&A with the publication....

July 15, 2025 · 3 min · 562 words · Tiffany Sanchez

The Order: 1886 won’t find safety in the London Underground

But, I found The Postal Service I was waiting for a cross-town train in the London Underground when it struck me. I’ve been waiting since February to find a game that would look and sound like a movie. So, I changed my plans; I rented a PS4 and a TV, and then I called you. “I need you to pretend that you want to playThe Orderagain,” and you agreed to....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Brittany Baker DVM

The Walking Dead Season 2 Episode 2 is out on March 4

‘A House Divided’ out next Tuesday for PC, Mac, and PS3, later for other platforms It feels like it has been way too long since “All That Remains,” which was the first episode in Season Two of Telltale’s award-winning adventureThe Walking Deadseries. In reality, it has only been a couple months, and we can all start mentally and emotionally preparing ourselves for it to drop next week. We previously knew to expect it during “early March,” but now we have more concrete dates — on some platforms, at least....

July 15, 2025 · 1 min · 170 words · John Stanley

This Fallout: Miami mod makes a good first impression

Another one to watch for Fallout 4 Fallout: Miamiis an upcomingFallout 4mod that I really, truly hope comes to fruition. Mika999 and the rest of the teambehind the projectshared a full trailer that serves as one heck of an introduction. I’m so on board with this setting forFallout. And wow, that logo! Looks great. Miamiis going to be “a brand new worldspace, with a gripping main quest, side-quests, equipment, settlements, and a host of interesting characters and companions!...

July 15, 2025 · 2 min · 227 words · Lauren Morgan

Throne and Liberty: How to Fish

Fishing is one of the most common side activities in video games you’ll ever see. Throne and Liberty’s system is complicated and daunting for newer players at first, which can easily deter you from ever attempting it. Fortunately, it’s simpler than you think and only requires learning some quick strategies. Throne and Liberty fishing guide Starting your fishing adventures in Throne and Liberty requires getting your hands on afishing rod and bait....

July 15, 2025 · 4 min · 833 words · Miguel Conway