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****** Ops 7 has a frankly ridiculous amount of content packed into it at launch, even by Call of Duty's standards. Deep breath. Here goes: A co-op campaign; Endgame, the replayable PvE extraction mode that acts as the campaign's epilogue; Ashes of the Damned, a round-based Zombies map that can be played in Standard, Directed, or the new Cursed mode; Zombies Survival mode; Dead Ops Arcade; 18 multiplayer maps, including remasters of classics like Hijacked and Raid; 11 core multiplayer modes, including newcomers Overload and Skirmish; Face Off variants of several modes; ten Prestiges and a thousand Prestige Master Levels to grind through after that; and more camo challenges, loadout unlocks, and store bundles than you can shake a melee weapon at. And I'm probably forgetting something. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: ****** Ops 7 campaign missions list - All BO7 missions in order Is ****** Ops 7 down? BO7 server status ****** Ops 7 system requirements View the full article

Every once in a while, the gaming industry saves a large release for the December holiday rush. And since 2025 has already been so great for full games, why not have just one more? It appears that, in a year full of incredible game releases, Nintendo has one more banger left for us at the beginning of December with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Last week, I was invited by Nintendo to try out Samus Aran's latest adventure at a special event in New York City, and after some hands-on time, I'm pretty confident that we have yet another awesome AAA release to go before the calendar flips. Image via Nintendo First up, I was invited to try out the opening intro sequence to the FPS title that Nintendo revealed earlier this year. Samus has been called to help protect a special artifact under siege by space pirates, and wouldn't you know it, things go awry. On first impression, Metroid Prime 4 is a stunning game, visually. It can be played at 4K resolution and 60fps, or 1080p and 120fps in Docked mode on the Nintendo Switch 2, or 1080p and 60 FPS/720p and 120fps in Handheld mode. The imagery is crystal clear, buttery smooth, and colorful, creating the best-looking Metroid game yet, especially in Docked mode on a big screen. As is the case in basically every Metroid, Samus shows up to help out the Galactic Federation fully kitted with her maxed-out suit, but something goes awry. This time, it is in the gift of a Psychic Crystal from an ancient alien race known as the Lamorn. This crystal opens up a whole new world of abilities and discovery for Samus as she's sent on a quest to help the Lamorn as their "chosen one," but equipping the crystal on her visor strips her of some of her base abilities, like Missiles and Double Jump. In true Metroid fashion, Samus must then power up with new abilities found all over the planet of Viewros, hunting down five keys to gain a special item atop a mysterious tower to help spread the Lamorn's legacy and message. It begins with the first area of the game, a lush jungle called Fury Green, filled with flora and fauna out to kill you. Metroid Prime 4 offers multiple control schemes, including the JoyCon 2's mouse controls or even gyroscopic controls, which makes it feel like a light gun shooter where you use the right JoyCon to aim at the screen. I still prefer using the Pro Controller method, but the ability to swap between the schemes is nice. Image via Nintendo The first ability I found after mowing through some enemies is a Psychic Glove, which basically grants Samus telekinetic abilities. By pressing the X button, Samus enables the psychic version of her visor that allows her to see special psychic orbs and doorways that can be interacted with, using the glove to open doorways or solve puzzles to advance in the direction of her objectives. Using the visor to scan the environment is vital in figuring out where to go or what to do next. Along the way, I met a new NPC named Myles Mackenzie and saved his nerdy engineer life from some local aliens. I then escorted him to the next area, where he was able to use his tech skills to help me regain my Missiles and the next ability, the Control Beam. The Control Beam fires a guidable projectile that you can pilot through areas that Samus normally wouldn't be able to gain access to, and I used it to fly the beam through a hole in a wall to open up a door from the opposite side. None of this function is readily apparent, however, so it takes some visor scanning and trial-and-error to figure out, further making the game feel like a puzzler at times. With Myles' help, I ended up at a boss fight with a giant piranha plant-like alien creature named Carvex. To deal damage, I had to use Missiles to break armored joints on its tentacle arms to expose them to damage, and then combo that with the Control Beam to fly the projectile into them to break the arms and open up its belly-like weak point, all while dodging projectiles and melee attacks. Taking down Carvex rewards the Psychic Bomb ability, which is Samus's classic Morph Ball Bomb with a twist: when placing it, you can then use the Psychic Glove and visor to pick them up and put them in out-of-reach places. I used this ability to open up my way to the next area, but that's when the demo came to an end. Image via Nintendo I must admit, this was my first Metroid Prime gameplay experience, although I have watched videos to catch up on the lore and story. I've played several other 2D Metroid titles (Metroid Fusion and Metroid Dread are two of my favorite games ever), but now I feel compelled to go back and try the rest because Metroid Prime 4: Beyond feels like it may very well be destined for more critical acclaim, judging from the hour-plus I've played. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on Dec. 4. The post Metroid Prime 4 hands-on – Samus Aran goes Beyond expectations with puzzle-like adventure in long-awaited FPS sequel appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Snap and Salvage is a new quest you can complete in ARC Raiders if you have access to the map, and the tasks can be pretty tricky. With Stella Montis now unlocked, we can gain access to the quests exclusive to the region. The Snap and Salvage is the third quest in the Stella Montis storyline that you gain from Tian Wen. The tasks of the quest will send you on a tour along the new map. Table of contentsARC Raiders Snap and Salvage quest walkthroughRover locationPaper LocationMagnetron and Flow Controllers locationsARC Raiders Snap and Salvage quest walkthrough The Snap and Salvage quest can be broken down into four parts. Take a Photo of any of the Rovers in the Sandbox.Search the papers in the Security Checkpoint room by the Lobby.Deliver a Magnetron to Tian Wen.Deliver a Flow Controller to Tian Wen.Rover location The first task is to find a Rover, located in the Robotics Sandbox. To reach the point, you'll have to go to the base floor or press E for the alternate map view. Go through the entrance to the Sandbox region and take the path that goes straight. Rover location in Stella Montis. Screenshot and Remix by Destructoid The path in front of you will take you straight to Robotic Sandbox. I have marked the location of the Rover as well. Once you find the Rover, stand close to it, and you'll be able to take a snap of it. From the entrance, you'll first have to go straight, and you'll come across a window on your right. You can either use the lift or just jump down to reach the middle of the Sandbox (where the Rover is located). Paper Location To find the security papers, go to the Lobby area of the map. Then, you'll come across a breachable door behind the Security desk (right from the scanner). The door is right at the corner of the room behind the desk. Breach the door, go straight (a few steps), and you'll find a U-shaped table to your right. The security papers will be on the table. Security Papers location in the Lobby. Screenshot and Remix by Destructoid I have marked the exact location where the papers can be found. Magnetron and Flow Controllers locations Getting the Magnetron and Flow Controllers is entirely random, and they're new Exodus materials added to ARC Raiders. Your best bet is to search as many containers as possible in the Stella Montis map. While I found Magnetron in a container at the Security Checkpoint room, the Flow Controller came from the Cafeteria region. I believe that the locations are completely random, and you'll have to search thoroughly to find them. The post How to complete Snap and Salvage in ARC Raiders appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

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A new Dungeons & Dragons lore book has provided fresh details on the fate of everyone's favorite Baldur's Gate 3 barbarian tiefling — and officially confirmed a happier canon ending than the game itself provides. Warning! Baldur's Gate 3 spoilers follow... Within Baldur's Gate 3 itself, a range of possible finales are possible for Karlach, your companion whose mechanical heart always seems on the brink of shutting down. Indeed, without intervention, players can watch Karlach tragically burn up as her infernal engine finally combusts, or alternatively sacrifice herself and become a Mind Flayer. Another option, meanwhile, sees the player convincing Karlach to depart Faerûn to live in Avernus and hope for a more permanent cure — leaving the character's ultimate survival open to debate. Now, fans think they finally have an answer for what happens next if Karlach does go back to Avernus, thanks to the canon Astarion's Book of Hungers D&D Expansion. This book confirms that a pair of other D&D installments that feature Karlach are set post-Baldur's Gate 3. Therefore, canonically, Karlach survived for several years after the game's epilogue, and is back in Faerûn. "Progressing the year to 1501 and having Karlach in the city again implies she gets her engine fixed in canon," social media user RenMasaoAnkoku wrote, as spotted by GamesRadar+. Them progressing the year to 1501 and having Karlach in the city again implies she gets her engine fixed in canon [Hidden Content] — Ren Masao Ankoku (@RenMasaoAnkoku) November 12, 2025 The post shares an official timeline of fellow companion Astarion's life that places "the events of Baldur's Gate 3" in 1492, by Dalereckoning (DR). Meanwhile, the events of Forgotten Realms: Heroes of Faerûn and Forgotten Realms: Adventures in Faerûn — in which Karlach appears — take place three years later, in 1501 DR. This fits with what we already know of Karlach's possible future should she be convinced back to Avernus. In the game's epilogue, set six months later, Karlach mentions a recent adventure where she obtained a set of blueprints offering a possible solution for her infernal engine. Seemingly, then, these worked — for another few years, at least — to allow her back to Faerûn and hopefully another reunion with your party. Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian may be done with major updates, but it's still releasing occasional hotfixes. The bulk of the studio is meanwhile working on what's next for the company — though it won't be Baldur's Gate 4. Still, it's expected that another studio will eventually make a sequel to the hugely-successful role-playing game. Here's hoping Karlach once again pops up in that. Tom Phillips is IGN's News Editor. You can reach Tom at [email protected] or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social View the full article

In My Image is the first ARC Raiders quest that's exclusive to the Stella Montis region, and it's a relatively easy one. The new quest begins once you obtain it from Lance. He requires you to look for three Androids spread across the Stella Montis map. This guide will help you clear any doubts you might have regarding completing the quest. Table of contentsARC Raiders In My Image quest walkthroughARC Raiders In My Image quest rewardsARC Raiders In My Image quest walkthrough The In My Image quest can be broken down into two main tasks. Go to Stella Montis.Find and Search 3 Androids. The first part of the task is pretty apparent, and there's not much to discuss. Stella Montis is available as of writing, and you'll be able to access it pretty easily. It's the second task that can be quite confusing. The Androids are fallen robot bodies that you can find all around Stella Montis. They appear to be present in almost every POI you can find inside the map. The best spots appear to be the Lobby and Business Center, which had the highest number of Androids on the floor. Their positions could vary slightly based on the round and the timing of the raid. Android's locations in ARC Raiders. Screenshot and Remix by Destructoid I have marked three locations on the map where I managed to find Androids on my raids. Certain areas, like the Lobby, have more than one Android. To complete the quest, you'll have to search any three of them by standing close to them. If you stand close to an Android and don't get the option to search, it just means that someone has already searched it as part of the quest. You'll have to find an alternate one to proceed with the quest. ARC Raiders In My Image quest rewards Here's a complete list of rewards you'll get from completing In My Image. Looting Mk. 2Green Light Stick. Once you're done, the next step is to complete Cold Storage. The post How to complete In My Image in ARC Raiders appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Cold Storage is the second quest in the Stella Montis storyline in ARC Raiders, and it can be a hard one to complete. The latest quest is obtained from Shani, who wants you to find a specific item. The location of the item can be quite challenging to decode if you don't know where to look. This guide will help you complete the quest without any hassle. Table of contentsARC Raiders Cold Storage quest walkthroughARC Raiders Cold Storage quest rewardsARC Raiders Cold Storage quest walkthrough The Cold Storage quest can be broken down into two main parts. Search any J Kozma Ventures container.Deliver the Rare Books to Shani. The trick is to complete both tasks in one round, which requires you to extract successfully with the quest item. The quest item for this mission is inside the J Kozma Ventures container, which can be found in the Lobby Area. There are chances of more containers being spread around the map, so make sure to scout your surroundings properly. Container location on Stella Montis. Screenshot by Destructoid From there, take the stairs that go down to the Metro Station at the Lobby. There's a nearby extract zone as well, which is going to be immensely helpful. There are a bunch of containers at this location where I am, right opposite the Metro entrance. Go close to one, and you'll get a chance to interact with them. The containers will have Su Durante written on them. Once you interact with the container, you'll add a quest item to your inventory. Immediately move it to your safe pocket in case you die while trying to complete the quest. Screenshot by Destructoid Hand it over to Shani once you're back on Speranza, and the Cold Storage quest will be complete. ARC Raiders Cold Storage quest rewards Here are the rewards of the Cold Storage quest. Three Gas MinesOne Raider Hatch Key. The post How to complete Cold Storage in ARC Raiders appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

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Games Workshop recently released a mini wave of new Ultramarines models; updated models for Chapter Master Marneus Calgar, meme-infamous Cato Sicarius, and the Victrix Honour Guard. The points costs for the new boys in blue dropped on Wednesday along with the rules, and now that we have the full picture, it looks like they could be one of the most pushed units in Warhammer 40k right now - let's break down why. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Exclusive: Join Warmachine's bosses for a live AMA diving into every big reveal from Lock & Load 2025 Making Space Marine 2's Titus a poster boy for tabletop Warhammer 40k is Games Workshop's biggest step yet into a transmedia future All 21 Warhammer 40k Primarchs, explained View the full article

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Slay the Spire 2 might have been delayed, but developer Mega Crit continues to sate my appetite with plenty of new details about the successor to one of the best roguelikes of all time. Its new blog is all about Ancients, powerful beings that have the ability to dramatically alter the course of your playthrough. We're already very familiar with one of them: Neow, Mother of Resurrection, the giant whale that greets you with a choice of buffs at the start of every Slay the Spire run. In the sequel, however, we'll be meeting several of her fellow Ancients, each of whom will offer blessings. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Slay the Spire 2 release date estimate, early access, and more Slay the Spire 2's Necrobinder has an unusual **** that I'd die for, and he's ready to return the favor Slay the Spire 2 is delayed, but it's twice as big and even more replayable View the full article

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****** Ops 7 Zombies is back at its best in the new launch, and there are plenty of weapons to pick from while trying to slay the undead. There are 30 different weapons available at launch, classified across different types. However, not all of them are equally effective, and few are better than the rest. This early tier list will give you a clear idea about which weapons stand out and which ones you should avoid. Table of contentsS-tierA-tierB-tierC-tierComplete ****** Ops 7 Zombies weapons tier list I have used four tiers to classify the weapons that are available in the Zombies mode (The Zombies mode uses the same weapons that are available in the Co-Op campaign and Multiplayer). S-tier weapons are the best possible choices in the current meta, and they're the standout performers in their respective categories.A-tier weapons might be slightly weaker than the S-tier choices, but they can be pretty effective with the correct builds.B-tier weapons are average choices that will require a lot of time for you to master them.C-tier weapons are below-average options that should be avoided as much as possible (unless you love using them for some reason). Here's a quick rundown of the tier list before I deep dive into my decision. Do note that this is a very early tier list, and a lot of assessment has been based on how the guns performed during the beta. I will keep changing the tier list as the meta changes in the future, and as I test the guns more thoroughly. TierChoicesS-TierPeacekeeker MK1, AK-27, Dravec 45, M8A1, Carbon 57A-tierShadow SK, DS20 Mirage, Warden 308, VS ReconB-tierX9 Maverick, MPC-25, M15 Mod 0, Ryden 45K, M10 Breacher, XM325, M34 NovalineC-tierMK. 78, RK-9, Razor 9mm, Akita, Echo 12, XR-3 IONS-tierGunUnlock LevelTypeReasonPeacekeeper MK1Level 52ARA gun that shoots at that rate is an SMG and an AR packed in one. The Peacekeeper MK1 is one of the best guns to unlock early, and it's extremely beginner-friendly thanks to its range and recoil. AK-27Level 4ARThe AK-27 is one of the best early-game AR in the entire game, and more so in zombies. It's a great all-rounder that has few weaknesses. Dravec 45Level 34SMGThe Dravec 45 is very similar to Peacekeeper in terms of its hybrid attributes. It has a significantly better range than SMGs, without losing any of the merits. It's another great choice for the early permanent unlock using tokens.M8A1Level 10Marksman RifleIf you love burst-fire sniper rifles instead of traditional ones, the M8A1 is a great choice. It has great damage output and firing rate, and the recoil can be improved with the right build. Carbon 57Level 46SMGIf you're the type of player who likes to fire a lot, the Carbon 57 is your ideal gun. With increased ammo and excellent all-around abilities, the Carbon 57 is perfect in Zombies, as the reduced firing rate doesn't matter. A-tierGunUnlock Level TypeReasonShadow SKLevel 13Sniper RifleThe Shadow SK doesn't feel like an easy weapon to master, but it has all the right attributes. It hits hard, but the increased fire rate and mag size allow you to keep firing consistently. I have been having a slightly hard time with its aiming system, but it's closer to S-tier than you might think.DS20 MirageLevel 37Assault RifleAnother great AR that you can use well in any mode, including zombies. It has a decent firing rate, damage, and range, and it can easily clear waves with a few attachments. Warden 308Level 25Marksman RifleThe Warden 308 would be ranked higher if it offered better range, which is its only weakness. However, it's reliable and great for use in medium range (a situation that arises quite a lot in the Zombies mode). VS ReconLevel 4Sniper RifleA great weapon that's reliable in damage and decent when it comes to the firing rate. It's also unlocked very early, making it quite accessible. B-tierGunUnlock LevelTypeReasonX9 MaverickLevel 28Assault RifleThe X9 Maverick is a great burst-fire rifle that shoots efficiently and at all times. However, I am not a fan of this firing style in the Zombies mode. However, you can do wonders with this if you can aim consistently and adequately land critical hits. MPC-25Level 55SMGWhile the MPC-25 shines in the damage department, it lacks in recoil and range. Additionally, it will take a lot of time for players to unlock. M15 Mod 0Level 4Assault RifleAn A-tier weapon for beginners, there are better assault rifles mentioned in the tiers above that do more damage, fire more consistently, and/or offer better range. Ryden 45KLevel 4SMGSimilar to the M15 Mod 0, there are better SMGs compared to the Ryden as you increase your player levels. M10 BreacherLevel 4ShotgunI love this Shotgun even though it's the beginner option available very early in the game. It has a good range and decent firepower (can one-shot weaker zombies if you manage to land a critical hit). However, Shotguns in general seem to be weak during my testing, which is why I have placed this gun in the B-tier. XM325Level 31LMGThe XM325 can be considered an auto-firing gun if you can manage to work around its cooldown. The Zombies mode does allow you to wait on your shots, but I am not a fan of using LMGs in general. M34 NovalineLevel 45Marksman RifleA decent choice if you love two-shot burst-fire options. I don't, and it's unlikely that such a gun will do too well against hordes of undead. C-tier While I have mentioned what it takes for you to unlock the following weapons, it's best to avoid them. All of them have better replacements (among the names mentioned above). RK-9 (SMG - Level 7)Razor 9mm (SMG - Level 19)Echo 12 (Shotgun - Level 22)Akita (Shotgun - Level 40)XR-3 ION (Sniper Rifle - Level 43) There are more weapons in the form of Secondaries and Melee. They will require more time to test, and any worthwhile options will be added to the table above. If you've started to deep-dive into Zombies, check out all the available camos that you can obtain by completing different achievements. The post Best ****** Ops 7 Zombies weapons tier list appeared first on Destructoid. View the full article

Where is the best place to loot in Stella Montis? After receiving a lot of attention for being friendly to strangers, the Arc Raiders community has now pulled together and finished a community event in record time, donating hard-earned items to unlock a new map. This new map is called Stella Montis, and it's a bit, err, dark. A new Arc Raiders map is always something to get excited about, especially if you're still on the hunt for rusted gears, with Stella Montis giving players a chance to hunt for those and anything else that isn't nailed down. Here is the Arc Raiders Stella Montis map, important POIs, and the best loot areas for each type of item. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Arc Raiders' North Line update brings its first global community event, and it's time to start emptying out those stashes Is Arc Raiders down? Server status explained Arc Raiders skill tree - best builds and skills View the full article

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