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Continuing its run of key Civilization 7 updates, developer Firaxis Games has revealed a mix of gameplay tweaks and new content arriving in the game on March 4, 2025, and beyond. This announcement follows a few different patches Civilization 7 players have received over the past month, which were shipped in response to the early-access feedback obtained before its official launch on February 11. View the full article

Monster Hunter Wilds allows you to bring two weapons on a hunt, increasing your attack variety and flexibility. Not every weapon works well with others, but you can use some incredible combinations to defeat any monster you have to defeat. Adding a second weapon to your arsenal might change how you hunt a creature, using a particular weapon to remove certain parts before using a different one to complete a hunt. It all comes down to your playstyle, and your armor is also a factor. Certain weapon combinations are better than others because you’d wear the same armor despite using different ones. These are some of the best weapon combinations you can use in Monster Hunter Wilds. View the full article

Each Pokémon in Pokémon Go has a distinct use and strength level, making superior options over others. ****** Kyurem is a Legendary fusion between Kyurem and Zekrom, and it comes with a unique moveset that makes it exceptionally powerful. You’ll want to optimize in this moveset you’re planning to use it against other players, or you want to bring it with you to complete five-star raids. It has plenty of use in both categories, making it excellent Pokémon to add to your roster. Still, you want to get one with fantastic stats, and that uses the best attacks it can learn. Here’s what you need to know about the best moveset to teach ****** Kyurem in Pokémon Go. View the full article

The Sims 4 is making some quality-of-life changes in free updates as the series celebrates 25 years. In addition to the re-release of The Sims 1 and The Sims 2, which have a lot of nostalgic value to players, we're also seeing throwback content being added to The Sims 4. However, sometimes it's the smallest changes that have the biggest impact on the game, even if it doesn't seem like it would matter. View the full article

Almost no AAA game releases on PC these days without at least a few issues. Monster Hunter Wilds is no exception, and one of the most frustrating problems you can get is a so-called "anti-tamper error" caused by the game's anti-cheat. Here are all the ways to fix it. Fixes to the Monster Hunter Wilds anti-tamper error Screenshot by Destructoid First, you should know that the fixes we're presenting here are band-aids on an issue Capcom and its anti-cheat vendor will need to address. A fix that works for you might not work for someone else, and so on. Anti-tamper error fix #1: Disable in-game overlays One of the earliest solutions that gave me relief from the anti-tamper error was to turn off any in-game overlays I had running. It was specifically the Discord overlay for me, but if you have the Nvidia App overlay or others active when you try to run Monster Hunter Wilds, try turning them off. Note that the Steam overlay did not give me issues, but that doesn't mean it won't be for you. The same goes for Discord, Nvidia, and any other overlay you have running. Turn them all off, and if you want to access their features, try turning them on one at a time to see which one is giving you trouble. Anti-tamper error fix #2: Restart your PC and Steam Some of my friends trying to get into Wilds shortly after launch had some luck getting past the anti-tamper error by brute-forcing the issue, attempting to open the game repeatedly until it just worked. A simpler, less frustrating solution is likely to restart Steam and, if that doesn't work, your PC as well. It's not foolproof, but it's non-invasive and doesn't take too long. Anti-tamper error fix #3: Verify your game files Another potential fix to the anti-tamper issue is to repair your game Monster Hunter Wilds game files. Right-click on Monster Hunter Wilds in your Steam Library. Select Properties. Navigate to Installed Files and select "Verify integrity of game files." Verifying your game files will force Steam to reacquire any necessary files Wilds needs to keep running and replace files that have been corrupted for whatever reason. Like restarting Steam, this solution is far from foolproof, but it only takes a few minutes of your time. Anti-tamper error fix #4: Add Monster Hunter Wilds as an exception to your antivirus Screenshot by Destructoid Antivirus software sometimes has the potential to flag games as malicious, or it can be invasive enough on your system to be flagged by anti-cheat software as a potential issue. Add MonsterHunterWilds.exe as an exception, which you can find in the main game folder, located here by default: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\MonsterHunterWilds If you have the game installed on a separate drive, replace the C: drive with where Wilds is located. Anti-tamper error fix #5: Run Monster Hunter Wilds as administrator We're getting a little more technical now. Running the game as administrator requires you to make a minor change to the settings of the .exe file, but nothing major. Find MonsterHunterWilds.exe and give it admin privileges by: Right-click on Monster Hunter Wilds in your Steam Library Select Manage > Browse local files Right-click on MonsterHunterWilds.exe and select Properties at the bottom of the list Check the box near the bottom that reads, "Run this program as administrator." Click Apply to save your changes Try running Wilds through Steam to see if your problem's fixed. Anti-tamper error fix #6: Delete ****** log files Another fix to the anti-tamper error that's come to light since the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds is to delete your ****** log files. There can be some odd interactions between those files, the Denuvo anti-tamper software, and the ability to launch the game. Here's how to reach the files you need to delete. Be sure to back them up first: Right-click on Monster Hunter Wilds in your Steam Library. Select Manage > Browse local files Delete CrashReport.exe and CrashReportDLL.dll I'd recommend trying these six fixes for the Monster Hunter Wilds anti-tamper error in the order presented. The most straightforward solutions are always best to try first, as there's a much lower chance of something else breaking. They're also the easiest to rule out as failed experiments because there are fewer moving parts to account for. Hopefully, you get some relief from this error and can actually get into Monster Hunter Wilds to experience the Forbidden Lands. The post How to fix the anti-tamper error in Monster Hunter Wilds on PC appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Phoebe, the latest 5-star character in Wuthering Waves Version 2.1, relies heavily on the Spectro Frazzle debuff, making her unviable without it. This design flaw limits teambuilding options, threatening the game's long-term character design philosophy, and it must be addressed before it’s too late. The Spectro Frazzle dilemma Phoebe's kit revolves entirely around Spectro Frazzle, to the point of absurdity. It is a debuff that must be applied to enemies for her to function effectively. Only Spectro Rover, one specific character, can apply this debuff consistently. Without it, Phoebe becomes dramatically weaker, bordering on useless. This rigid dependency forces players into a narrow, restrictive team composition. Image by Destructoid But let's break this down even further. Most characters in Wuthering Waves have a level of flexibility built into their kits. They can function decently on their own but shine when placed in the right team composition or with the proper set of buffs. Phoebe, however, is an entirely different story. If the enemy does not have Spectro Frazzle applied, her abilities may as well not exist. She can't deal damage, she can't contribute meaningfully, and she becomes dead weight in a fight. This is the kind of design that kills excitement for a new character. No one wants to pull for a five-star unit only to realize they need to have another very specific character to make them work at all. Creating the problem, selling the solution This feeds into a troubling monetization strategy often seen in live service and gacha games: "Create the problem, sell the solution." By introducing a character almost entirely dependent on a single mechanic, developers create artificial demand for future units that will "fix" the issue. If a future 5-star character is released with Spectro Frazzle application built into their kit, it would be easy to see how this was a deliberate move rather than an accidental oversight. Image by Destructoid This is a slippery slope. If every future limited-time character is shackled to a single mechanic or unit, it will stifle the game's diversity and alienate players who enjoy flexibility in their gameplay experience. The beauty of Wuthering Waves has always been its mix-and-match potential. Phoebe's design works directly against that. To be clear, all players get Spectro Rover for free, and they apply Spectro Frazzle for Phoebe, but this isn't about that fact. This is about what this sort of design represents. How to fix Phoebe (because she needs it) Two clear solutions can fix Phoebe's overreliance on Specto Frazzle: Reduce her stance switch cooldown If Phoebe could switch between her Absolution and Confession stances much faster than the 24-second cooldown she currently has built into her kit, this issue would practically disappear. By letting her apply her own Spectro Frazzle more frequently, she would no longer be forced to rely on specific teammates just to function, while maintaining the team aspect of having a teammate apply it for her if desired (reducing her need to stance swap). Instead, she could generate her own opportunities and actually feel like a self-sufficient character. This would make her gameplay loop far more enjoyable while preserving the unique mechanics of her kit. Screenshot by Destructoid Right now, her long cooldown locks her into a frustrating and clunky playstyle where she spends more time waiting than actually doing anything meaningful. Lowering that cooldown would allow her to shine without breaking the game, keeping her fun while avoiding the pitfall of restrictive team compositions. Reduce her reliance on Spectro Frazzle If adjusting her cooldown isn't an option, another way to fix Phoebe is by making her entirely less reliant on Spectro Frazzle. Right now, the damage difference between hitting a target with or without it being applied is astronomical. Without it, she deals negligible damage, effectively making her unplayable without Spectro Rover. Screenshot by Destructoid She should still gain a bonus against Spectro Frazzled enemies, but not to the extent that she is completely worthless without it. By shrinking this damage spectrum, Phoebe could remain functional even when Spectro Frazzle is not present, allowing her to work in more team compositions without being utterly dependent on a single debuff. Why this cannot become the norm Phoebe's release represents a dangerous shift in character design philosophy that should not be allowed to continue. If future characters are designed with such rigid, singular dependencies, Wuthering Waves will suffer long-term. Players will feel boxed in and forced into specific, restrictive team compositions to make a character viable. That kind of game design is the opposite of fun. Image by Destructoid Fortunately, Kuro Games has a reputation for listening to its player base. By raising awareness of this issue now, the community can voice concerns before this becomes an accepted norm. A hard no to future Phoebes Phoebe is fun, but her design philosophy is flawed. This isn’t about minor balancing issues; it is about maintaining the integrity of Wuthering Waves and ensuring that future characters are built on a foundation of strong, independent design. Kuro Games listens, but only if we, the players, make ourselves heard. Image by Destructoid This absolutely cannot become the standard. If you care about team-building flexibility, character versatility, and fair design, now is the time to make your voice heard. When future surveys come out, take the time to fill them out and decry this design flaw. Make it crystal clear that this type of deliberately negative character-balancing is unacceptable. If you stay silent, you risk letting this issue fester and spread into future banners. This is the time to push back before the problem infests and infects. Kuro Games can do better. And we should expect better. Speak up, take the surveys, and make sure this problem starts and stops with Phoebe. The post The last thing Wuthering Waves needs is another Phoebe appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Have you ever had a massive list of items you wanted to craft or upgrade in a game, only to forget half of them later? Normally, it'd be very easy to do this in Monster Hunter Wilds, but a special feature can help you remember everything: the forge's wishlist. The wishlist behaves like a to-do list for any weapons and armor you wish to upgrade or create in the future. That way, if you're just a few resources away from your next upgrade and don't want to forget anything, you'll have your planned upgrades in one convenient spot. How to wishlist weapons and armor in MHW Wishlisting your weapons and armor in Monster Hunter Wilds requires visiting Gemma's Smithy in your base camp, selecting any unowned equipment items, and opening your sub-menu. Here, you'll find an "Add to Wishlist" option to plan your next upgrade. If you need to remove an item from the list, head into the same menu and select "Remove from Wishlist." Screenshot by Destructoid Although some early-game equipment pieces will have a grayed-out button in their sub-menu list, most that require forging materials will be available on the wishlist. Even if you already have every upgrade material for your chosen weapon or armor piece, you can still add it to your wishlist to prioritize another item but keep options on the back burner for the future. Where to find your wishlist in MHW Once you add a few weapons and armor pieces to your wishlist, head back to the main Smithy menu and select "Forge/Upgrade from Wishlist" to access your wishlist. Here, you'll see every item you've added, their required resources, and a breakdown of the equipment's stats. Screenshot by Destructoid You can swap between each option by hovering over their names, letting you compare stats and material costs to determine what to prioritize first. You'll also find a colored checkmark next to the weapon or armor piece's name when you have all its required materials, making it slightly easier to organize your upgrades and determine how much more you have to farm. Going for MHW's best weapons and armor first is a good call, but it's mostly up to your playstyle and progression in the game. The post How to use your Wishlist in Monster Hunter Wilds appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

s I write this on Friday, more than 1.3 million people are actively playing Monster Hunter Wilds on Steam. So far only around 13,000—or 1%—have stopped playing long enough to review it, but those who have are largely frustrated. Steam reviews sit at a disappointed "mixed," largely citing performance issues as the reason... Read more.View the full article

Diablo 4's much-anticipated Season 8: Season of Witchcraft has been pushed back by two weeks, to add a little polish. The good news, if you're a long-time Diablo player, is that Blizzard is teasing the return of an 'old friend'. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Blizzard finally addresses Diablo 4 fans' frequent requests for a loot filter Diablo 4's bonus XP and gold event is back, but this time it's even better Diablo 4 update finally fixes bug that's been ruining your Minion Necro build View the full article

For those participating in the Pokémon Go Tour: Unova 2025 event, a big choice you’ll have to make is whether you want to go with the ****** or White version for the ticket. You’ll have this choice immediately at the event’s start, and there are drastic changes between the two. The main differences are the rewards. If you want to add a particular item or badge to your account, you’ll want to consider everything you get based on this choice. Thankfully, the overall experience of the Unova Tour event doesn’t change drastically. That all boils down to you and your community members are taking on some of the toughest challenges happening in the mobile game. Here’s what you need to know if you should choose the ****** or White versions of the ticket for the Pokémon Go Tour: Unova event. View the full article

The toy and game manufacturer Goliath Games has announced a partnership with The Sims to create the first board game based on the franchise. The Sims franchise has seen different entries, events, and content expansions across its 25 years in the industry, though Maxis’ life simulator is entering the board game world for the first time, promising a whole new experience for fans. View the full article

Look, we all know E3 is dead. Well, at least the event that we knew as E3 is dead - there's something called Iicon that's strutting arond wearing the dead E3's clothes but we think it's liable to be something of an imposter. It's a pruely B2B event, for a start. Read more View the full article

RPS's corporate daddy has announced that IGN Live is returning this June. The in-person event aims to fill the void left by E3, with playable demos in LA and livestreams of game reveals and panels for those who can't attend. Read more View the full article

After lying dormant for a long time, the announcement of a new Fablegame has me excited about the series' return, although the wait continues to be a painful one. Originally planned for a 2025 release, Fable has been delayed to 2026, meaning that it will hopefully be released six years after its initial announcement back in 2020. This might not be the news that many Fable fans wanted to hear, especially since the series hasn't had a game since Fable: The Journey back in 2012, but a delay is better than the alternative. View the full article

A recent Honkai: Star Rail leak reveals the new and returning limited-time events coming to the game in Version 3.2. Honkai: Star Rail's next update is expected to coincide with the game's anniversary, so players were hoping for a special event and reward similar to last year's. View the full article

Frostpunk 2, sequel to the original post-apocalyptic city-builder, pitches you into a frozen world where your decisions can mean life or death for hundreds if not thousands of people. However, this follow-up hasn't been as well received as its predecessor, and developer 11 bit studios has revealed how it plans to build on this icy foundation. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Get Frostpunk 2 at under $30 for the first time, if you're quick Frostpunk 2 may have been disappointing, but it's time to give it another chance Sub-zero city builder Frostpunk 2 reveals three DLCs in new roadmap View the full article

Warframe 1999 is, for me, the coolest thing to come out of the game in years. Set in the Germanic-style world of Höllvania, the update added everything from a dating simulator to an infested boy band, and is the sole reason I chose to pick up my katana and dive on into the Origin System. But Arthur and the Hex's story isn't over yet, as Techrot Encore is bringing a lot of new 1999-themed content, continuing the saga and expanding out the game's already impressive roster. With the release date finally set in stone, we caught up with design director Pablo Alonso to talk all things Techrot and Temple. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Warframe codes February 2025 and how to redeem Warframe Twitch drops and how to claim Warframe 1999 release date, gameplay, and more View the full article

Want to craft your own little domain without the pressure of scrambling for resources? Then you'll be happy to hear that Islanders, one of the most chilled-out city builders of all time, is getting a sequel in the shape of Islanders: New Shores. Imagine Cities Skylines 2 or Manor Lords, but without the stress, the traffic, and feudal struggling. Read the rest of the story... View the full article

MLB The Show 25 does a great job of showcasing the excitement of the crowd, the crack of the bat, and the suspense of competing for a championship. However, there's also a lot of drama off the field, like negotiations, trades, and tough decisions that can change the fate of a team. MLB The Show's Franchise mode has given players a taste of this, but MLB The Show 25 takes it to a whole new level. View the full article

The next Zenless Zone Zero update arrives in under two weeks bringing in Soldier 0 - Anby and Trigger as playable characters in addition to the next main story chapter. View the full article

Coatsink have announced a sequel to Islanders, their pastelcore seaside town-arranger, which was the last game Alec Meer ever reviewed for RPS. Until he reviewed Kentucky Route Zero: Act V, a year or so later. If I didn't know better, I'd say Alec had planned that deliberately to ****** me up. But I'll forgive him because the KRZ review is very good and thoughtful, and also because the first trailer for Islanders: New Shores is extremely calming. Here you go. Read more View the full article

Astraeos is the latest map to come to Ark: Survival Ascended, bringing a host of interesting creatures alongside it. If you’re wondering which ones to try and tame, here’s a list of the best ones. Ark: Survival Ascended is known for actively engaging with its community across platforms through regular events and contests, modding support, and features like the Community Crunch, which developers use to showcase updates, mods, and other community contributions. With hundreds of Community Crunches out now, one of the most prominent ones features ARK: Astraeos as its first official Partner DLC. View the full article

Monster Hunter Wilds is off to a hit-or-miss start after launch, reaching huge heights in player count, but with many PC players experiencing crashing issues along the way. The game is fantastic once it works, but unfortunately, PC players are reporting a myriad of problems, such a low-poly models of human characters, and the worst of them all: The game is crashing without the ability to even play it properly. View the full article

To celebrate Stardew Valley's 9th anniversary, developer ConcernedApe just released a new Nintendo Switch patch with some important fixes for players. As the game nears a decade since its release, this beloved farming and life-sim gem remains one of the most popular in the genre, even after all this time. With players' complete freedom to explore, build relationships, and thrive in Pelican Town, this cozy escape is a must-play for many. View the full article

The Randal Kolo Muani Fantasy FC SBC is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the challenge to unlock a special card. There are eight tasks to complete if you want to play with this card. Let's take a look at how to complete the challenge without breaking the bank. EA FC 25 Randal Kolo Muani Fantasy FC SBC tasks The Randal Kolo Muani Fantasy FC SBC has eight tasks, and here are the requirements. Task 1 - France Min. 1 Players from: France Min. 1 Players: Team of the Week Min. Team Rating: 85 Task 2 - Top Form Min. 1 Players: Team of the Week Min. Team Rating: 86 Task 3 - Serie A Min. 1 Players from: Serie A TIM Min. Team Rating: 86 Task 4 - 87-Rated Squad Min. Team Rating: 87 Task 5 - 87-Rated Squad Min. Team Rating: 87 Task 6 - 88-Rated Squad Min. Team Rating: 88 Task 7 - 88-Rated Squad Min. Team Rating: 88 Task 8 - 89-Rated Squad Min. Team Rating: 89 EA FC 25 Randal Kolo Muani Fantasy FC SBC solutions Here's a set of solutions to complete the latest Fantasy FC SBC in Ultimate Team. Task 1 - France Any 9 85-rated items Any 85-rated TOTW item Thuram 83 Task 2 - Top Form Lavelle 87 Blundell 84 Pajor 87 Sommer 87 Palacios 84 Ruben Neves 84 Vlahovic 84 Gundogan 87 Engen 84 Any 86-rated TOTW item De Paul 84 Task 3 - Serie A Lavelle 87 Blundell 84 Pajor 87 Sommer 87 Palacios 84 Ruben Neves 84 Vlahovic 84 Gundogan 87 Engen 84 Benzema 86 De Paul 84 Task 4 - 87-Rated Squad Osimhen 87 Palmer 85 Musiala 87 Pedri 86 Pajor 87 Mateo 85 Gabriel 86 Hansen 90 Girellli 85 Bruno Fernandes 87 Benzema 86 Task 5 - 87-Rated Squad Osimhen 87 Palmer 85 Musiala 87 Pedri 86 Pajor 87 Mateo 85 Gabriel 86 Hansen 90 Girellli 85 Bruno Fernandes 87 Benzema 86 Task 6 - 88-Rated Squad Pajor 87 Renard 88 Osimhen 87 Gundogan 87 Hegerberg 89 Gabriel 86 Mead 88 Messi 88 Kobel 88 Ederson 88 Reiten 88 Task 7 - 88-Rated Squad Pajor 87 Renard 88 Osimhen 87 Gundogan 87 Hegerberg 89 Gabriel 86 Mead 88 Messi 88 Kobel 88 Ederson 88 Reiten 88 Task 8 - 89-Rated Squad Bellingham 90 Gyokeres 84 Mapi Leon 89 Cascarino 84 Haaland 91 Kane 90 Odegaard 89 Ilestedt 84 Casemiro 84 Hegerbeg 89 Tsygankov RM 90 If you're someone who relies heavily on speed boost, this card will feel like a dream. The combination of Quick Step+ and First Touch+ can be absolutely broken in the right hands. He also offers 5* Weak Foot, amazing Pace (95) and Shooting (91). He could also receive a fair few set of upgrades in the near future if Juventus performs well in the Serie A, which will certainly make the card better. This could be another underrated SBC in the long run, just like the Raphinha World Tour SBC which is also available in Ultimate Team. The post EA FC 25 Randal Kolo Muani Fantasy FC SBC solutions appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article