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The Pokémon TCG Pocket meta is in a state of flux right now, but certain decks are consistently ranking near the top of tournaments, and this latest contestant has stepped up to the plate to combat them. Exeggutor decks are proving the ultimate answer to Darkrai ex, one of the coolest Pokémon cards in Space-Time Smackdown who, you're probably well aware, is all over the public game ****** right now. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Is banning ex cards the most fun way to play Pokémon Pocket? Maverick wins Pokémon Pocket tournament with two-Pokémon deck This despicable Pokémon TCG Pocket deck can win without even attacking View the full article

Another great deal you can grab here with Fanatical's Prestige Collection - Build your own Bundle (BundleFest 2025), with a whole bunch of quality games in it. Read the full article here: [Hidden Content] View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

The GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 are both very fast graphics cards—if you can look past the possibility that we may have yet another power-connector-related overheating problem on our hands. But the vast majority of people (including you, discerning and tech-savvy Ars Technica reader) won't be spending $1,000 or $2,000 (or $2,750 or whatever) on a new graphics card this generation. No, statistically, you (like most people) will probably end up buying one of the more affordable midrange Nvidia or AMD cards, GPUs that are all slated to begin shipping later this month or early in March. There has been a spate of announcements on that front this week. Nvidia announced yesterday that the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, which the company previously introduced at CES, would be available starting on February 20th for $749 and up. The new GPU, like the RTX 5080, looks like a relatively modest upgrade from last year's RTX 4070 Ti Super. But it ought to at least flirt with affordability for people who are looking to get natively rendered 4K without automatically needing to enable DLSS upscaling to get playable frame rates. Read full article Comments View the full article

The upcoming fantasy action title Tides of Annihilation doesn't have a release date just yet, but that didn't stop the game from appearing as an available-to-purchase title on the Microsoft Store for a limited time. Unsurprisingly, many curious players attempted to buy the game, but it looks like Tides of Annihilation isn't quite ready for its debut after all. View the full article

Four days before its release, Obsidian Entertainment's action RPG Avowed has set a major sales milestone. A spinoff of Obsidian's Pillars of Eternity duology, Avowed is set in the fictional fantasy world of Eora. It offers a flexible RPG system that allows players to customize their builds freely, set in a semi-open world with lots of off-the-beaten-path secrets to explore. View the full article

Today's developer diary for Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 goes over the Masquerade mechanics, social feeding, and much more. View the full article

Paradox has big plans for Stellaris 4.0. The next major update for the space game is giving it a hefty rework for its ninth birthday. Currently targeted for May, the Phoenix update aims to act as a reigniting spark, and one of the biggest focuses for the strategy game giant is tackling the performance issues that have cropped up as Stellaris continues to grow ever larger and more complex. As part of this process, game director Stephen 'Eladrin' Muray explains how Paradox is dramatically rescaling populations, and what that means for your next game. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Stellaris console commands and cheats Stellaris 4.0 will give Paradox space strategy game a much-needed 2025 overhaul Stellaris dev says espionage "isn't satisfying," so a rework is on the cards View the full article

Open world dress-up adventure game Infinity Nikki is coming to Steam! Players will have an easier time playing Infinity Nikki through Steam without having to wrangle with the game’s proprietary launcher. In Infinity Nikki, players will explore, platform, solve puzzles, and try on cute outfits while taking the game at their own pace. In this game, Nikki and […] Source View the full article

Cardy, Matt, and Jesse are here to talk through a few of the highlights from this week's PlayStation State of Play. They take a look at the exciting-looking neo-medieval London action of Tides of Annihilation, the sleekness of Housemarque's Returnal successor, Saros, and the continued weirdness of Hell is Us. Plus, there are also reviews of Obsidian's new fantasy RPG, Avowed, and the latest MCU entry Captain America: Brave New World. Happy Valentine's Day! Remember to send us your thoughts about all the new games, TV shows, and films you're enjoying or looking forward to: [email protected]. IGN *** Podcast 787: Are We Wowed by Avowed? IGN *** Podcast 786: A History of ViolenceIGN *** Podcast 785: Our Xbox Games Series Tier ListsIGN *** Podcast 784: Doom, Doom, Doom, Doom, I Want You in My RoomIGN *** Podcast 783: The Switch 2 is Finally a Real ThingIGN *** Podcast 782: Squid Game and Jesse's Shocking KCD2 Playstyle View the full article

Mel is the latest League of Legends champion to join the roster and one of her abilities has already sent one of the best players of the title back to the spawn. Following Arcane’s huge popularity, League got Mel Medarda as a champion with a defining ability in Rebuttal, where she forms a barrier around herself that reflects enemy projectiles at the attacker. Of course, it can be used against a variety of abilities to nail down the enemy, but it can backfire on her as well. Faker, arguably the greatest esports player of all time, also fell into this trap in his latest match against HLE in the LCK Cup 2024. The five-time World champion chose the solitary mage in his third match against HLE, and it was the first-ever Mel appearance in a professional esports league. View the full article

There's a lot to be impressed about with Avowed, from its vividly hued fungal world to its ever-changing combat system. For me, it has to be the tarp physics, a simple yet effective mechanic that instills more realism in this dark fantasy world. I've gone through my fair share of jumping on tarps in video games, and without fail, it's usually gone through the character as if they have somehow turned into a ghost. But to my surprise, Avowed has a much different approach where it actually reacts to your touch, waving around and making you slip just like it would in real life. And, if you time it right, it'll cause a tear and eventually rip apart to cause a scene in the Living Lands' market districts. There's even a ripping sound as a cherry on top. Screenshot by Destructoid It's such a tiny detail that I much appreciated as a gamer. Obsidian Entertainment could've just stuck with the old and had it pass through you, but instead, the team took the time to fine-tune it, making the game that much more realistic. Because of it, I've been surfing on the tarps throughout the market district, just to see what kind of chaos the physics will throw my way next. It’s like a throwback to the carefree days of my childhood when I’d explore every nook and cranny in a game, testing the limits of its world with nothing but curiosity and mischief. I've discovered many more tiny details in the many hours of my Avowed playthrough. One of my favorites has to be when I was up high, gazing at the majestic scenery, only to find the skeleton of an unfortunate traveler splattered down below. Did I loot their bag? Why, yes, I did. Got to get my money somehow. What makes it better is the fact that there are still countless hidden gems that have yet to be discovered. I've only scratched the surface on two of them, but I'm sure you can find more for yourself. Who knows — maybe you’ll catch the wave and ride those tarps like I did, carving out your own mischievous adventures. The post Avowed’s bewitching world may dazzle, but the tarp physics are the real magic appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

There are several different items associated with the Woedica Totem in Avowed, all scattered in various locations around Dawnshore. These pieces can be tricky to track down if you don't know where to look, and some may require piecing together cryptic clues from a handy list. Totems are unique collectible items in Avowed that can be placed in the camp, with each individual piece providing bonuses or buffs to specific skills and/or abilities. This specific totem is associated with the Totem of Rightful Rulership side quest and is the first step of completing the "Pantheon Purist" achievement. View the full article

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is shaping up to be an incredibly faithful remake for one of the most critically acclaimed entries in the franchise. Following the origin story of Big Boss himself and how he acquired his iconic title, Metal Gear Solid Delta will follow Solid Snake's predecessor through the jungles of Russia during the height of the Cold War. Being the only person standing in the way of an all-out war, Snake will confront former allies and make unlikely alliances in this high-definition remake of the beloved PS2 game. View the full article

If there’s Wolverine, where is Deadpool? This is likely a question that has crossed the minds of several fans when Marvel Rivals revealed its initial roster of heroes. Well, we’ve got the answer to your question. One of Marvel’s most-loved mutants, Deadpool is a funny-but-complicated hero. He possesses excellent combat skills courtesy of his experience with the armed forces. Thanks to a gruesome experiment he was put through, he can weirdly regenerate himself from the smallest fragments of his body. Imagine how creative NetEase can get with such an exciting character design from the comics. View the full article

Tarot Cards are one of the Cursed Possessions you can use to make navigations both easier and harder in Phasmophobia. They’re a very powerful tool, but they come with some deadly consequences, so you need to know what each Tarot Card means to prepare for the worst. Luck plays a huge role in how using Tarot Cards goes for you. In some contracts, you might only pull useful cards, while others might start you off with an immediate cursed hunt. Regardless of what you pull, it’s essential to know all the Tarot Cards in Phasmophobia and what each one means. View the full article

A new set of colourful characters have been revealed for Call of Duty: Warzone in a brief but bombshell new teaser video. It's the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! It looks like the four brothers will take up the spotlight in the game's next IP crossover. If you don't know who they are, ask your dad. Read more View the full article

Being, as I am, a fashionable man with his finger on the pulse, interested in only the latest and greatest that the videogame world has to offer, the game I'm probably most excited about this year is System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition. That's Nightdive's remaster (not remake, let's be clear) of the original 1999 classic, one of my favourite games of all time. If Nightdive can do for SS2 what it did for System Shock 1 in its enhanced edition of that, I'll be very happy... Read more.View the full article

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After some delays, Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time will launch worldwide simultaneously on May 21 across consoles and PC with cross-play and cross-save supported. View the full article

Developed by Team Asobi, the platformer has been a revelation for publisher Sony. It has received numerous nominations across numerous gaming awards shows and won many, including several Game of the Year categories. Read Entire Article View the full article

The top consumer model is powered by the Core Ultra 7 255H CPU, while the flagship enterprise model ships with the Core Ultra 7 265H. The processors used in the more affordable versions include the Core Ultra 5 235H, Core Ultra 225H, Core 7 240H, Core 5 210H, and Core 3 100U. Read Entire Article View the full article

Unfortunately for eager players, the first network test for Elden Ring Nightreign got off to a rocky start when the servers were shut down shortly after fans gained access to the beta. It was recently announced that Elden Ring Nightreign would be released on May 30, but some gamers would be able to play the title early via a network test. View the full article

Combat specs in Verse Piece are usually a lot weaker compared to swords. However, there are exceptions to that, and one of those exceptions is the Sukuna V2 (Curse King) spec. Sukuna V2 boasts damage that is higher than some meta Verse Piece swords. So, if you want to find out how to get one of the best specs in Verse Piece, follow our Sukuna V2 (Curse King) guide below. Table of ContentsWhat is the Sukuna V2 Spec in Verse Piece?How to Get the Sukuna V2 Combat Spec in Verse PieceFarming Curse Energy ShardsHow to Get The True Sukuna FingersHow to Obtain the Yuji Spec What is the Sukuna V2 Spec in Verse Piece? [/url] [/url] [/url] Sukuna V2 Spec is one of the highest damage and CC specs in Verse Piece. Even though Sukuna V2 has no moves that grant you invulnerability, like Hakari (Gambler), its damage is on par with Aizen (TYBW). Sukuna V2's M1 attacks deal more damage than even some sword M1 combos like the Cid V2's and Toji V2's. In general, Sukuna V2 is a great DPS spec to have if you don't plan on grinding for swords that hard to get, like Sung Jin Woo. MoveDetailsZ (36,200)You do a flurry of slashes in front of you.X (41,900)You throw a small force tornado in front of you that slices everything it passes through.C (48,600)After a brief channel time, you shoot a fireball that detonates on impact with an enemy.V (62,800)You expand your domain and do a whirlwind of slashes across a large area. How to Get the Sukuna V2 Combat Spec in Verse Piece Sukuna V2 (Curse King) Teacher is behind a small temple in the corner area of Jujutsu Village You can purchase the Sukuna V2 spec from the Sukuna (Curse King) Teacher in Jujutsu Village for 7,500 Gems, 250 Curse Energy Shards, and 25 The True Sukuna Fingers. You need to have the Yuji combat spec as well. To farm Gems efficiently, equip yourself with the best title you have and grind the Boss Rush dungeon. As for the other materials needed to get the Sukuna V2 spec in Verse Piece, we dedicated a section for each of them down below. Farming Curse Energy Shards Curse Energy Shards drop from basically every Jujutsu Kaisen Boss in Verse Piece. Also, they are a very common drop while fishing or when opening chests. A few Curse Energy Shards are also often in stock at the Adventure Shop. However, I wouldn't buy them as you will get enough of them while farming for other Sukuna V2 components. How to Get The True Sukuna Fingers You can spawn the Sukuna (Curse King) Boss on the Boss Island using 3 Boss Tickets and 5,000 Gems The True Sukuna Finger drop from the spawnable Sukuna (Curse King) Boss on Boss Island [/url] [/url] [/url] There are two ways to get The True Sukuna Fingers in Verse Piece. The first method is to defeat the Sukuna (Curse King) Boss, which you can summon on the Boss Island using 3 Boss Tickets and 5,000 Gems. In case you run out of Boss Tickets, you can exchange Mythical materials for them through the Ticket Exchange NPC on Bleach Island. Sukuna Fingers can be equipped and used for a chance to get The True Sukuna Finger The other method to get The True Sukuna Fingers needed for the Sukuna V2 (Curse King) spec in Verse Piece is to use normal Sukuna Fingers (Epic material). When you use a Sukuna Finger, there is a low chance you will get one The True Sukuna Finger. Sukuna Fingers drop from Sukuna Bosses and Mythical Chests. You can even catch them while fishing. How to Obtain the Yuji Spec Yuji Teacher can be found next to a tree in Frost Town To get the Yuji Spec, interact with the Yuji Teacher NPC in Frost Town while you have 3,500 Gems, 1 The True Sukuna Finger, and 25 Curse Energy Shards in your inventory. You will get all of the materials needed for the Yuji spec while farming for the Sukuna V2 in Verse Piece. So, there is no need to target farm anything specifically for it. That sums up everything you need to know on how to get Sukuna V2 spec in Verse Piece. If you want to maximize the damage potential of the Sukuna V2 spec you just unlocked, then check out our Verse Piece race, trait, and trait passives guides. The post Definitive Guide on How To Get Sukuna V2 in Verse Piece [Sukuna V2 Rerun] appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Slay the Spire 2 is set to arrive in a world very different from its predecessor. The first game was a real inflection point for the genre, and remains one of the best roguelike deckbuilders to this day. But with competition ranging from Wildfrost and Cobalt Core to Balatro and Diceomancer, we've seen a lot of distinct evolutions of the format. Nevertheless, Slay the Spire 2 remains one of the most anticipated upcoming PC games. In its latest developer blog, developer Mega Crit gives us another glimpse at what's new with the reveal of an enchantment system to modify your cards. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Slay the Spire 2 release date estimate, early access, and more Slay the Spire 2 is reworking one of the original's most divisive aspects Slay the Spire 2 dev not worried about "cynics," backs making a sequel View the full article

The Magic: The Gathering Youtuber Tolarian Community College, also known as The Professor, has raised more than $400k for the non-profit Trans Lifeline, a peer support and crisis hotline that helps transgender people in America and Canada. There's still one day left before the fundraiser closes, and those who donate have the chance to win some awesome Magic themed prizes - especially since scores of other creators have tossed boxes and rare cards onto the giveaway pile. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Controversial MTG card spikes 400% as Wizards teases possible unbans How to play Magic: The Gathering Best MTG Commander precon decks 2025 View the full article