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Many players want to see familiar characters return in Grand Theft Auto 6 because they have formed strong connections with them over the years. These characters are more than just images; they have interesting backgrounds, unique personalities, and memorable traits that make them special. Seeing them again brings back feelings of familiarity, letting fans reconnect with their favorites in a new setting. Also, some of these characters have unfinished storylines or untapped potential that players are curious about. View the full article

The Rogue is one of the 12 classes in Baldur’s Gate 3. Having a rogue character in your party is always useful, as their large bonuses on actions such as pickpocketing and lock-picking allow you to skip some tricky puzzles easily and have more access to loot. When it comes to combat, the Rogue’s selling feature is their sneak attack ability. View the full article

STRAFTAT, the winner of our Best FPS of 2024 award, has just come out with a beefy free update that consists of 30 new maps (plus three more for DLC-owning players), nine new weapons, new features and QoL tweaks, as well as a lone new suit for the arena shooter's delightfully ugly little potato men... Read more.View the full article

Valheim's development team is getting players amped up for the release of its Deep North content in an unconventional way, releasing a series of short trailers starring an original character named Hervor Bloodtooth. There's no indication of exactly when the Deep North content will hit Valheim, but the video series shows promise that Iron Gate AB is working towards getting it live. View the full article

Sid Meier's Civilization 7 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 are currently the two best-selling paid games on Steam, even though neither of them is out yet. In fact, three of Steam's current five "Top Sellers" have gotten to where they are on the strength of their pre-orders alone. View the full article

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is a heart-touching tale of a magical Attuner named Lilac who is exploring the land of fumes corrupted by Homunculi to madness, tasked with making things right using her powerful abilities. Like the prequel, ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist has multiple endings depending on your actions. If you’re not satisfied with the ending you got or want to explore the alternative, here is everything you need to know to experience different endings of ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist. View the full article

When choosing the best five-star recipes in Disney Dreamlight Valley, consider how long each one takes to prepare. Making recipes in Stardew Valley requires time and effort, not just unlocking them but also gathering the ingredients needed for each recipe. You should try to sell these ******* recipes, but you can always use them since they restore a lot of energy. View the full article

Hundreds of hours and several Rooks after I started playing at launch, I’m fairly confident when I say I know Dragon Age: The Veilguard well. With its great combat, masses of lore, and interesting companions, I’ve been having a lot of fun revisiting Thedas and the Dragon Age franchise. However, while some of the game’s mechanics felt natural or familiar, there were other aspects that I felt weren’t explained very well, leaving me to figure them out as I played and making my first playthrough feel somewhat incomplete. View the full article

I've enjoyed Sniper Elite's steadfast devotion to shooting Nazis between the eyeballs or in the groin for years, but I've also found the series frustrating for nearly as long. From the original game in 2005 to the release of V2 in 2012, which put in place the formula for the four sequels and two VR games we have had since then, the experience hasn’t really changed much... Read more.View the full article

Being a true testament to the creativity of its origins, Marvel Rivalsfeatures countless references to characters and stories from the comics. Thanks to its near-endless source material,Marvel Rivals will have no trouble finding unique additions to pull from when it comes to future content and character skins. While most of Marvel Rivals' references trace their origin to the comics themselves, there are plenty of Easter eggs for other iconic franchises. View the full article

As strange as they may seem, the leaks about Anaxa’s Path in Honkai: Star Rail 3.2 may actually make a lot of sense – not to players, specifically, but to HoYoverse. Anaxa is confirmed to be one of the Chrysos Heirs, the heroes from Amphoreus who are destined to defeat the Titans and reclaim their Coreflames. Anaxa hasn’t been confirmed as a playable character just yet, but leaks indicate they will be released soon, as they have already been teased as one of the many Amphoreus characters in Honkai: Star Rail. View the full article

The Robin Van Persie Future Stars Icon SBC is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the challenge to unlock a new icon item. Van Persie becomes the second icon whose Future Stars version has been released as a SBC. To play with the item, you'll have to complete all the tasks before the SBC expires. Let's take a look at how to complete all the tasks of the challenge, and if she's worth the grind or not. EA FC 25 Robin Van Persie Future Stars Icon SBC tasks The Robin Van Persie Future Stars Icon SBC has nine tasks, and here are the conditions. Task 1 - Born Legend Rare Players: Min 11 Player Level: Min Bronze # of players in squad: 11 Task 2 - Rising Star Rare Players: Min 11 Player Level: Min Silver # of players in squad: 11 Task 3 - On a Loan Squad Rating: Min 83 # of players in squad: 11 Task 4 - The Vantastic Gunner # of players from Arsenal: Min 1 TOTW Players: Min 1 Squad Rating: Min 84 # of players in squad: 11 Task 5 - The Flying Dutchman # of players from Netherlands: Min 1 TOTW Players: Min 1 Squad Rating: Min 85 # of players in squad: 11 Task 6 - League Legend # of players from Premier League: Min 1 TOTW Players: Min 1 Squad Rating: Min 86 # of players in squad: 11 Task 7 - 87-Rated Squad Squad Rating: Min 87 # of players in squad: 11 Task 8 - 88-Rated Squad Squad Rating: Min 88 # of players in squad: 11 Task 9 - 89-Rated Squad Squad Rating: Min 89 # of players in squad: 11 EA FC 25 Robin Van Persie Future Stars Icon SBC solutions Here's a set of solution that you can use to complete the challenge and unlock the new item in EA FC 25. Task 1 - Born Legend Any 11 Rare Bronze players Task 2 - Rising Star Any 11 Rare Silver players Task 3 - On a Loan Any 11 83-rated items Task 4 - The Vantastic Gunner Any 9 84-rated items Any 83-rated TOTW item Havertz 83 Task 5 - The Flying Dutchman Any 9 85-rated items Gakpo 83 Any 85-rated TOTW item Task 6 - League Legend Any 10 86-rated items Any 84-rated TOTW item Task 7 - 87-Rated Squad Osimhen 87 Mead 88 Pepe 82 Foden 88 Brozovic 82 Debinha 88 Malcom 82 Gnabry 82 Bruno 87 Griezmann 88 Lewandowski 88 Task 8 - 88-Rated Squad Katoto 88 Mead 88 Ruben Dias 88 Patri 88 Diani 88 Foden 88 Debinha 88 Bernardo Silva 88 Gerard Moreno 83 Griezmann 88 Lewandowski 88 Task 9 - 89-Rated Squad Courtois 89 Lewandowski 88 Alisson 89 Hegerberg 89 Kane 90 Gwinn HM 89 Katoto 88 Weghorst Pro 89 Ruben Dias 88 Gundogan 87 Odegaard 89 This is the best Van Persie item you can enjoy in Ultimate Team, but there are still some limitations. For starters, he can only operate as a striker, and an additional position would have been better. Secondly, his base Pace (88) is pretty low in the current meta, but his finishing is on point. 5* Weak Foot and 93 Shooting fits perfectly, and you also get to enjoy 90 Dribbling. For 650,000 coins worth of fodder, it's not a bad SBC at all, but the card could have been so much better. The post EA FC 25 Robin Van Persie Future Stars Icon SBC solutions appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

The Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC is now live in EA FC 25, and it offers you a shot to get another free pack. The latest fodder challenge offers you a chance to get a pack that typically costs 50,000 coins to buy from the market. You can solve the SBC with low-rated items, which makes the rewards even more valuable. Let's take a look at how to solve the challenge, and unlock the reward on offer. EA FC 25 Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC tasks The Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC has only one task, and here are the requirements. Task - Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC Min. 5 Players from the same Nation Max. 5 Players from the same League Min. Clubs in Squad: 5 Min. 5 Players: Rare Min. Team Rating: 80 Min. Squad Total Chemistry Points: 31 EA FC 25 Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC solutions The requirements for the latest fodder challenge might be slightly tricky to complete, and you can follow the solution mentioned here to unlock the rewards. Task - Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC Malard 82 Petermann 79 Asseyi 81 Sens 80 Alvero 69 Vanhaevermaet 75 Henrichs 81 Koch 79 Stenzel 71 Boey 79 Zinsberger 84 For tonight's challenge, you'll be rewarded with a Rare Players Pack. This pack includes 12 player items with all of them being Rare, and one guaranteed to be rated 83 or higher. The rewards for this fodder challenge is certainly among the best, so make sure to complete the SBC as early as possible. The post EA FC 25 Future Stars Challenge 2 SBC solutions appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Hello Kitty Island Adventure is finally out on Nintendo Switch and PC following an eagerly anticipated wait, allowing new players to discover the variety of adorable Sanrio characters in the game as well as their unique and quirky personalities. Hello Kitty Island Adventure brings many of these beloved characters to life, and, for some players, getting to know the characters might be the most enjoyable part of the game. Players who enjoy astrology may take delight in the fact that every one of the characters in Hello Kitty Island Adventure has traits that align with different zodiac signs. View the full article

A new batch of leaks from Honkai: Star Rail is hinting at the gameplay for upcoming characters Cipher, Phainon, and Hyacine, hinting at specifics of each character's kits. The debut of Amphoreus in the HoYoverse sci-fi RPG has brought a wide array of new cast members, between its launch roster and teasers of future characters. Version 3.0 saw the addition of The Herta and Aglaea to the playable roster, with major characters Mydei and Tribbie already confirmed for Version 3.1. Now, even more members of Amphoreus' roster are being teased. View the full article

A Battlefield community testing program is in the works and will be detailed on February 3, publisher Electronic Arts has announced. The newly confirmed initiative will offer some Battlefield fans a chance to try the next installment in the franchise ahead of time. View the full article

The Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the upgrades to boost one of your lower-rated items. This evolution is specifically targeted for improving one of your base items, and offers incredible boosts. It's also available for free, allowing everyone to upgrade one item of their liking. Let's take a look at the requirements, followed by the available upgrades and the best players to use. EA FC 25 Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution requirements Here are the requirements for the Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution in EA FC 25. Overall Max. 75 Position CAM Max PS 10 Max PS+ 1 EA FC 25 Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution upgrades There are five levels of upgrades, and here are the required conditions. Upgrade level 1 RarityIn-Progress Evolution Role+CAM Shadow Striker+ PlayStyleIncisive Pass (^10) Overall+5 (^90) Pace+5 (^89) Dribbling+5 (^90) Passing+7 (^89) Upgrade level 2 RarityIn-Progress Evolution Role+CAM Half-Winger+ PlayStyleRelentless (^10) Overall+5 (^90) Shooting+5 (^88) Defending+5 (^70) Physicality+6 (^83) Upgrade level 3 RarityIn-Progress Evolution WF+2 ★ PlayStyleQuick Step (^10) Overall+5 (^90) Defending+5 (^70) Physicality+7 (^83) Passing+10 (^89) Upgrade level 4 RarityIn-Progress Evolution Role++CAM Classic 10++ PlayStyle+Pinged Pass (^2) Overall+1 (^90) Pace+5 (^89) Shooting+5 (^88) Dribbling+5 (^90) Upgrade level 5 RarityEvolutions II SM+2 ★ (^4) Role++CAM Playmaker++ PlayStyle+Press Proven (^2) Dribbling+5 (^90) Pace+6 (^89) Shooting+7 (^88) Upgrade level 1 requirements Play 3 matches in any mode using your active EVO player in game. Upgrade level 2 requirements Win 1 match in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game. Play 2 matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game. Upgrade level 3 requirements Play 1 match in Rivals or Champions using your active EVO player in game. Win 2 matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game. Upgrade level 4 requirements Assist 2 goals with your active EVO player in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro. Play 3 matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game. Upgrade level 5 requirements Play 1 match in Rivals or Champions using your active EVO player in game. Score 2 goals with your active EVO player in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro. Win 3 matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on min Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game. Best players to use in EA FC 25 Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution Here are some of the best cards to consider for this evolution. Gruda Amad Diallo Adrian Bernabe Morgan Rogers Omari Hutchinson David Costa Giovanni Reyna Hamari Traore These are some of the best items to consider for this evolution, and you won’t even need to combine the cards with other upgrades. The post EA FC 25 Versatile Attacking Midfielder Evolution: Best players to use appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Fans of Oshi no Ko can celebrate some exciting news regarding the anime's next installation. The anime's official website and social media platforms unveiled a brand-new key visual for Oshi no Ko Season 3. Additionally, the new season is officially set to premiere in 2026, though the specific date is yet to be revealed. The newly released visual showcases Ruby, hinting at the next chapter of the story. The announcement also came with an accompanying video, which features a few voice lines from the female twin. [Hidden Content] The Oshi no Ko anime so far The anime adaptation of Oshi no Ko premiered in April 2023, featuring a 90-minute pilot episode. The entire first season consisted of 11 episodes, setting the story’s foundation and quickly captivating audiences worldwide. Following its phenomenal success, the anime's second season started airing just a year later. The second season, consisting of 13 episodes, premiered in July 2024 and concluded in October 2024. It revolved around the Tokyo Blade 2.5D stage play, an adaptation of a fictional hit manga within the Oshi no Ko universe. Throughout the season, Aqua leveraged his acting skills and industry connections to further his personal agenda — unraveling the identity of his biological father. Additionally, the season explored the three-way relationship between Aqua, Kana Arima, and Akane Kurokawa. Oshi no Ko's source material With Oshi no Ko Season 3 still some time away, now is the perfect opportunity for fans to dive into the manga. Written by Aka Akasaka and illustrated by Mengo Yokoyari, the manga boasts stunning artwork and a captivating narrative, making it just as compelling as its anime adaptation. Another advantage of catching up on the manga is that the series has already concluded. With its final chapter released in November 2024, readers can experience the full story without suffering from a cliffhanger or waiting a week for the next update. The Oshi no Ko manga can be read in English on MANGA Plus. The post Oshi no Ko Season 3 gets new visual, 2026 release date appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Otoya and Karasu are the two new styles in Blue Lock Rivals, and you can now obtain them to add to your collection. Both styles are pretty effective when it comes to their in-game abilities and moves. Let's take a look at how you can obtain them, followed by their respective showcases. How to obtain Otoya and Karasu Styles in Blue Lock Rivals Both items can be obtained by spinning, and it will largely come dow to your luck. Click on the Style option at the bottom of your menu, and you'll be able to try for the new Styles. Of course, the outcome is always going to be luck-reliant, and there's no way to guarantee the two new Styles. Between the two, the Otoya Style is easier to obtain. This is largely due to it being an Epic-rarity Style, while Karasu is a Legendary-rarity Style. The odds of obtaining a Legendary item are significantly lower, and it will be harder for you to obtain Otoya Style. If you're not getting the rub of good luck, it's better to use your Lucky Spins, as the odds will be much better in your favor. That said, only use your Lucky Spins if you're desperate for the new Styles. [Hidden Content] Otoya Style Showcase in Blue Lock Rivals The Otoya Style is extremely powerful, and its potential increases if you manage to Awaken it. Stealthy Steps: Go up silently behind the enemy to steal the ball from them. Ninja Dribble: Turn invisible to dribble past your opponents. Ninja Shoot (Awakened): Execute a powerful shot if an opponent is standing in from of you within the penalty box. Karasu Style Showcase in Blue Lock Rivals The Karasu Style might not be as good as Otoya, but it's still a great choice in terms of abilities. Raven Dribble: Move in a zig-zag manner with the ball, and the ability can also stun your opponent. Crow Theft: Steal the ball from an opponent when you're near them. Crow Clearance (Awakened): Steal the ball from your opponent when they're trying to cross or pass. The post Blue Lock Rivals: How to obtain the Otoya Style and Karasu Style appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

The 88+ Mixed Icons Player Pick SBC is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete the challenge to get a guaranteed icon for your squad. After completing the challenge, you'll get to select between three Icon items. The card you select will be added permanently do your squad. The SBC also includes four different types of Icons to choose from, and it's important to analyze the full set of available rewards. Complete 88+ Mixed Icons Player Pick SBC rewards The full set of rewards includes four different types of icons: Base, Thunderstruck, Centurions, and Winter Wildcards. Additionally, only cards rated 88 or higher are available in the pool of rewards. Base Icons Marcel Desailly CB 88 Bastian Schweinsteiger CM 88 Andriy Shevchenko ST 88 Steven Gerrard CM 88 Franck Ribery LM 88 Lilian Thuram RB 88 Fernando Hierro CB 88 Gheorghe Hagi CAM 88 Ronald Koeman CB 88 Michael Laudrup CAM 88 Juan Riquelme CAM 88 Patrick Vieira CM 88 Laurent Blanc CB 88 Miroslav Klose ST 88 Paul Scholes CM 88 David Beckham RM 88 Robin Van Persie ST 88 Petr Cech GK 88 Edwin Van Der Sar GK 88 Wayne Rooney ST 88 Michael Owen ST 88 Pavel Nedved LM 88 Gareth Bale RW 88 Marinette Pichon ST 88 Rio Ferdinand CB 88 Van Nistelrooy ST 89 Javier Zanetti RB 89 Alessandro Nesta CB 89 Fabio Cannavaro CB 89 Philip Lahm RB 89 Kaka CAM 89 Hugo Sanchez ST 89 Carles Puyol CB 89 Peter Schmeichel GK 89 Kenny Dalglish ST 89 Jairzinho RW 89 Didier Drogba ST 89 Hristo Stoichkov ST 89 Alan Shearer ST 89 Luis Figo RW 89 Samuel Eto’o ST 89 Xavi CM 90 Bobby Moore CB 90 Ruud Gullit CAM 90 Lotta Schelin ST 90 George Best RW 90 Miyama LM 90 Camille Abily CM 90 Alessandro Del Piero CAM 90 Dennis Bergkamp ST 90 Roberto Carlos LB 90 Lothar Matthaus CM 90 Rivaldo LW 90 Raul ST 90 Iker Casillas GK 90 Foudy CM 90 Andrea Pirlo CM 90 Baggio CAM 91 Buffon GK 91 Henry ST 91 Zico CAM 91 Baresi CB 91 Carlos Alberto RB 91 Van Basten ST 91 Sawa CM 91 Eusebio ST 91 Cafu RB 91 Muller ST 91 Angerer GK 92 Charlton CAM 92 Yashin GK 92 Maldini CB 92 Garrincha RW 92 Puskas ST 92 Prinz ST 92 Cruyff CAM 93 Hamm ST 93 Ronaldinho LW 93 Zidane CAM 94 Ronaldo ST 94 ***** CAM 95 Thunderstruck Icons Roy Keane CM 88 Ashley Cole LB 88 Gennaro Gattuso CDM 88 John Barnes LW 89 Ian Rush ST 89 Lilian Thuram RB 90 Juan Riquelme CAM 90 Fernando Hierro CB 90 Patrick Vieira CM 90 Wayne Rooney ST 91 Kelly Smith ST 91 Jairzinho RW 91 Lothar Matthaus CM 92 Zico CAM 93 Ruud Gullit CAM 93 Zinedine Zidane CAM 96 Centurions Icons Hernan Crespo ST 88 Pavel Nedved LM 89 Edwin Van der Sar GK 89 Bastian Schweinsteiger CM 89 Michael Laudrup CAM 89 Ruud van Nistelrooy ST 90 David Beckham RM 91 Foudy CM 91 Franck Ribery LM 91 Winter Wildcards Icons Nemanja Vidic CB 88 Kenny Dalglish ST 88 Paul Scholes CM 89 Gheorghe Hagi CAM 89 Mia Hamm ST 99 Carles Puyol CDM 90 Ronaldo ST 90 Xavi CM 91 Gianluigi Buffon CM 91 Rivaldo LW 92 Carlos Alberto CDM 92 Homare Sawa CM 92 Carlos Alberto CB 92 Homare Sawa CAM 92 Kenny Dalglish ST 93 Birgit Prinz ST 93 Mia Hamm ST 94 Ronaldo ST 95 The SBC requires you to submit one 86-rated squad, one 87-rated squad, and one 89-rated squad to complete. The post All EA FC 25 88+ Mixed Icons Player Pick SBC rewards appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

The Steam Deck is a great way to enjoy gaming on the go, or even grab a quick game bite while lounging on the sofa. But what if we tell you your experience on the Deck could be made better through a couple of simple steps? Let's see what are the best apps for your Steam Deck. The best apps to improve your Steam Deck experience Keep in mind that most of the apps in our list can be installed by using the Discover menu, which can be accessed by heading to the "Power" section of your Steam Deck menu. Now select "Desktop mode," and you will be booted into a desktop-like environment. Click on the menu button in the bottom left and you can use the on-screen keyboard to search for any apps in the Discover section. Mozilla Firefox Image via Firefox Do we really need to explain this one? We think you have probably already used it on your computer or your mobile device. Firefox is one of the best browsers around, and while you might only use your Deck to browse the Steam marketplace, browsing websites would be quite difficult without a specific web browser. There are a lot of different ones you can try, such as Microsoft Edge and Opera, but we do believe Mozilla Firefox is still the best option. By using a web browser on the Deck, you can check a walkthrough and find useful information on a game you might need, such as how long to beat it. While, clearly, all web browsers do the same thing and work just as well on the Deck, other apps also require having one installed. For example, if you use Epic Games Store on the Heroic Launcher (see below), often you will need to confirm details in a browser window. Not having one installed means that the game will often freeze or exit without providing any details. Heroic Launcher Image via Heroic Launcher The Steam Deck, out of the box, is ready and willing to play all of your Steam games, of course. But what if you want to play games from the Epic Games Store, GoG, or any of the other storefronts? Doesn't seem doable, right? Wrong, it is and doesn't even require a lot of tinkering. Say hello to the Heroic Launcher, an app that you can install on your Deck and run just like one of the games in your Steam library. Once run, the Launcher can be configured to interface with several stores, such as the mentioned Epic Games Store, GoG, Ubisoft, and so on. But what if you have compatibility issues? No worries since, thanks to its built-in Wine Manager, you have a ton of different options and plugins to make games run even better. Heroic will also suggest which Proton versions to use if you are unsure. Heroic can easily double or triple your library of available games without even having to install an SD card. Lutris is also a good alternative. EmuDeck Image via EmuDeck Perhaps all the games available on Steam are not enough for you, or perhaps you want something older that you can't get anywhere else. Like that classic PlayStation platformer or that obscure PC Engine shoot 'em up. Enter EmuDeck, one of the best tools to allow you to play retro games on devices that weren't originally designed to play retro games, with additional features available to improve the experience. Clearly, the d-pad on the Deck would not be the best to play classic retro 8-bit games, but you can still give it a decent attempt. The Deck can run a lot of different consoles, including ones such as the NES, Super Nintendo, Nintendo 64, PlayStation, GameCube, and even more recent ones. But that's not all; if you have already used EmuDeck, then you can easily transfer your cloud saves over to the Deck so you won't lose that progress in Chrono Trigger. Also, if you have any good Bluetooth controllers, EmuDeck will allow you to quickly set them up for much more comfortable gameplay. This is a must-have for any retro fans. Discord Image via Discord Again, we probably don't think we need to thoroughly explain this one. Chances are that you are already using it to communicate with your friends or other users, along with having joined one (or more) of its millions of servers. Naturally, the app becomes even more necessary if you are going to play any cross-platform titles and want to stay in touch with your friends. Or, perhaps you want everyone on your friends list to know what game you are currently playing. While the app is not as easy to recommend as it once was because of more and more bloatware, not to mention many interesting features now locked behind a paywall, it is still easy to install and use. Also, while there are alternatives to Discord, such as Skype, chances are all your friends will already use it anyway. Perhaps it would make more sense to use Discord on your phone or other mobile device, but switching apps on the Deck is easy, just via a long press of the "Steam" button. Chiaki4deck Image via Reddit Have you been greedily eyeing the PlayStation Portal, thinking you don't really want to spend that kind of money on a simple streaming device? Well, you are in luck because with a Deck, you can get an experience that is quite similar and, many users swear, even better than Sony's expensive portable device. Enter Chiaki4deck, an app that you can use to stream PS5 games directly from your console to your portable Steam device. The app ran into some problems at first, with users complaining about the app's performance degrading in a few minutes. But luckily, this issue seems to have been fixed, so you can go ahead and try Chiaki4deck for yourself. While Chiaki does require a bit of customization before running it, as it might not work perfectly out of the box, once it's set up, it is very easy to use and should guarantee efficient performance with any game. If you are looking to stream Xbox games, try XBPlay instead. Moonlight Image via Moonlight app Since we are on the topic of streaming games, Steam already provides its own specific app to stream games from your PC: Steam Link. This usually works quite well, but many users have problems with its performance. So, if you are unsure if Link is the ideal streaming app for you, then you'll be happy to know there is a free alternative you can try out. Plus, Moonlight, as opposed to Link, supports HDR natively and can improve latency if you have been having issues. Installing Moonlight requires a couple of more steps than usual, as you need to install Sunshine first. Sunshine provides the server from which the games will be streamed. You can do this, as always, by using the Discovery section of the menu in Desktop mode. Once they are both installed, the setup for Moonlight is easy and mostly painless, and you will be streaming games from your PC in no time, having a great experience while saving battery life. Decky Loader Image via Decky Loader Wondering how to customize your Deck beyond buying a silly-looking silicone cover? By using Decky Loader, you can choose from a vast selection of plugins and scripts that will not only change the looks of your Deck but also improve how you use it. For example, do you want to add NES sounds to your Deck or perhaps show off some tasty Windows 95 wallpapers? You can do it really easily through a huge free library of items. But wait, there's more! You can also use the app to look up and apply the recommended settings for any game in your library automatically. Plus, by using Decky Recorder, you can easily record gameplay footage that you can upload to Steam or use for your Let's Play YouTube channel. Also, look up FAQs easily and see many useful details on each game you have. Decky Loader will improve your life as a Deck user, no doubt about that. Foliate Image via Foliate Why not take a break between playing your favorite games with a good book? While that might not sound like the most engaging proposal, reading a book on the Steam Deck is feasible thanks to its great screen. Also, by bringing your Deck with you, you can consider leaving your Kindle or ebook reader at home, which will definitely save you a bit of hassle. So, if you would like to think of your Deck as an all-in-one platform to read, play, and even watch movies (see below), then head over to the Discovery section of the Desktop mode. Foliate, along with other apps that you can find, such as Sigil and Bookworm, will do the heavy lifting and leave you to your reading. Foliate includes handy features such as different reading modes (paginated and scrolled), font customization, light/sepia/dark modes, and a useful progress slider so you can keep track of where you left off. Whoever said that reading is the enemy of gaming? VLC (Videolan) Image via Videolan Sure, streaming is still the easiest way to access content on any device you currently own or are thinking of buying. But if you possess a digital collection of media, perhaps a leftover from your iPod days, or maybe you would like to watch on the Deck those old Vines you made as a kid, then VLC is the app you need. It will allow you to play any kind of media content transferred to the system or loaded from an SD card. Naturally, VLC (or VideoLan) is not the only app that you can install on the Deck. You can easily find other media players, such as Kodi or MX Player; it is just a matter of preference since all of them do the same thing. Also, these apps support streaming from another source, so you can watch content directly from your computer or cast a video from the Deck to another device (such as your Google Cast). If you have been dreaming of a DRM-free world, then this is your first step into a wider universe. ProtonUp-Qt Image via ProtonUp-QT This might be a bit more for the "option nerds" among you, but hear us out. If you have been playing games in non-native Steam mode, perhaps because you are a retro fan or indie games downloaded from Itch, then ProtonUp-Qt will be a powerful help. This app will let you not only install several GE-Proton versions but also customize them through compatibility options within SteamOS. This will greatly improve game compatibility in case you have been running into problems trying to run anything outside of the store. Find the tool in the Discover store, then run it in Desktop mode to get an interface with which you can install more compatibility options. If you are not planning to run anything outside of the Steam store, then ProtonUp-Qt is probably not needed, but thanks to its ease of use and accessibility, it is still a great app to keep handy. The post 10 best apps for your Steam Deck appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Nvidia's launch day saw long lines of enthusiasts camping outside retailers, hoping to secure one of the coveted GPUs. However, many stores had minimal stock, and some locations never received RTX 5090 allotments. Read Entire Article View the full article

2K Games has released a new gameplay trailer for PGA TOUR 2K25detailing some of the game's new features, but one returning feature is sure to get fans particularly excited. Unlike most sports titles, the PGA Tour 2K games have so far foregone annual releases in favor of a new game every couple of years that refines the previous games' mechanics with new ideas and features. PGA 2K25 is poised to be the biggest and best entry in the series yet, which is saying something. View the full article

If your URF matches in League of Legends are ruined by splitpushing players taking advantage of your long death-timers in the mid-game, you’re not alone. Fans are offering a solution, however. In a Reddit discussion, a League player says that one of the fundamental problems with the popular URF game mode is the player’s “death times are too long,” which encourages enemies to prioritize splitpushing champions like Tryndamere and Sion in their drafts. View the full article

One of the co-creators of popular animated series Ben 10 recently commented on the possibility of a crossover with Fortnite, not ruling out the chance of the collaboration. The battle royale's wealth of crossover content has seen the game expand to all areas of pop culture, from video games and anime to popular movies and even real-world personalities. Epic Games has often looked to push the boundaries of its crossovers in bold new directions, recently adding beloved real-world musicians like Mariah Carey, Eminem, and Snoop Dogg to the game. Now, a fan-favorite cartoon could be next on the list. View the full article