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Monster Hunter Wilds Review Release Day
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Monster Hunter Wilds: Record-Breaking to Performance Pitfalls

Monster Hunter Wilds burst onto the gaming scene with the ferocity of a Rathalos in heat, smashing records and capturing the hearts of over 1.3 million concurrent players within its first 9 hours on Steam.This monumental achievement catapulted it into the ranks of Steam's top ten most-played games ever, surpassing heavyweights like Dota 2, Elden Ring, and Cyberpunk 2077.But as the dust settled and the adrenaline waned, a less glamorous reality emerged.Despite its explosive debut, Monster Hunter Wilds has been grappling with a slew of performance issues that have left many hunters more frustrated than a Kulu-Ya-Ku without its shiny rock. The Hype Train Derails: Mixed Reviews and Performance Woes While the game's initial player count soared, its reception on Steam has been a rollercoaster of emotions. As of now, Monster Hunter Wilds holds a "Mixed" rating, with only 47% […]

Smash JT and McDizzle Drama
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SmashJT and McDizzle: How a “Journalistic Experiment” Backfired

A Tale As Old As Time The internet is full of clout-chasers looking for their 15 minutes of fame, and the gaming industry is no exception.The latest case?YouTuber McDizzle Gaming decided the best way to make a name for himself was to take down a bigger name - SmashJT. And in doing so, he pulled one of the most dishonest tricks in the book: impersonating an Ubisoft employee to manipulate SmashJT into reporting false information, just to...prove a point?The result was a tangled mess of deception, hypocrisy, and a failed attempt at self-promotion. The Setup: A Dishonest "Test" of Integrity? McDizzle, under the guise of an Ubisoft employee, fed SmashJT a fake story about a made up Assasin's Creed: Shadows leak. I have a breaking, super-exclusive leak too: it's going to be bad.SmashJT, a former QA tester for Sony Online Entertainment […]

Riot Honors Profits Over Players with League of Legends Honor Rework
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League of Legends’ Latest Patch: Honoring Profits Over Players?

The Honor System Revamp: A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing? Hey there, Summoners!Buckle up, because Riot Games just dropped the notes for Patch 25.04, and it's stirring the pot in the League of Legends community. This time, the spotlight's on the Honor system revamp—a change that seems less about fostering good vibes and more about squeezing players dry, yet again.Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of this update and see how it fits into Riot's ongoing trend of prioritizing profits over player satisfaction. From Steady Progression to Dynamic Evaluation Previously, your Honor level in League was a steady climb over the season—play nice, don't get penalized, and you'd reap the rewards.A simple carrot and the stick type of motivation.Now, Riot's introducing a "dynamic evaluation" system that updates based on your recent behavior.Sounds fancy, right?But here's the kicker: this change shifts the goalposts, making it harder […]

Marvel Rivals New Heroes The Thing and Human Torch
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Marvel Rivals Update: The Thing and Human Torch Coming Soon!

Marvel Rivals Update Brings The Thing and Human Torch Hold onto your capes, heroes! Marvel Rivals is cranking up the heat with the mid-season 1 update, dropping on February 21, 2025. Our favorite rocky brawler, The Thing, and the fiery daredevil, Human Torch, are crashing the party—and they're bringing some serious game-changing vibes. Let's dive into what these Fantastic additions mean for your gameplay. The Thing: Your New Frontline Powerhouse Ben Grimm, aka The Thing, isn't just another chiseled face. As a Vanguard, he's all about soaking up damage, keeping the bad guys at bay, and flexing the frontline with some clobbering time.  The Thing Abilities Passive – Solid as a Rock: Say goodbye to knockbacks and displacement effects. Ben stands his ground, no matter what.Primary Attack – Combination Punch: Unleash a flurry of punches that make enemies rethink their life choices.Thunderbolt Punch: […]

Everything You Need to Know About Monster Hunter Wilds
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Monster Hunter Wilds: Everything You Need to Know

Getting Pumped for Monster Hunter Wilds Ever since Monster Hunter World dropped and completely redefined what it meant to be a AAA action RPG, Capcom has been on an absolute tear with the franchise. From the jaw-dropping environments to the downright exhilarating boss fights, it’s been one of my favorite gaming addictions for years. Now, with Monster Hunter Wilds on the horizon, it’s time to sharpen our blades, stock up on Mega Potions, and prepare for another thrilling hunt. We’ve gathered all the juicy details so far, from new characters and monsters to fresh mechanics and system requirements. Let’s dive in! Story: The Forbidden Lands Beckon From what we know so far, Monster Hunter Wilds takes place in the mysterious Forbidden Lands, a sprawling and unpredictable environment filled with new threats and untold secrets. The narrative revolves around a young boy named Nata, […]

Phasmophobia Update Roadmap When is Horror 2.0 Coming
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Phasmophobia Update Roadmap: When is Horror 2.0 Coming?

the Phasmophobia 2025 Update Roadmap Kinetic Games just dropped their 2025 roadmap for Phasmophobia, and honestly? It’s looking pretty solid. The updates seem to focus on streamlining smaller changes while making room for the big-ticket items - like the much-anticipated Horror 2.0 update. Let’s break down what’s coming and why this roadmap is shaping up to be one of the best things to happen to ghost hunting since Phasmophobia made us question all our life choices. Image Source: Kinetic Games | Dev Roadmap Major Updates: Chronicle & Player Character Overhaul Two big updates are on the horizon: the Chronicle Update and the Player Character Overhaul. Let’s dive into both. The Chronicle Update The Chronicle Update is all about shaking up the evidence system. The game is adding a new media folder that lets you capture unique video and sound evidence alongside new photo evidence. […]

Gamergate 2.0 Echo Chamber Following the Money
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The Gamergate Media Echo Chamber: Following the Money

Too Many Coincidences Gaming media feels like an echo chamber. Same talking points. Same narratives. Same forced "hot takes" that just so happen to align with a particular agenda. But why? After following the money, it turns out the industry is way more interconnected than you'd think. Strap in - we're about to take a look behind the curtain and meet the wizard. Meet the Gaming Media's Main Characters Great Hill Partners In 2019, Great Hill Partners established G/O Media after purchasing the Gizmodo Media Group and The Onion from Univision Communications Inc. That purchase included several outlets, such as Deadspin, The Onion, Gizmodo, and Kotaku. Fast forward to today - Kotaku is surprisingly the last one still standing, though barely, considering the mass layoffs it has endured recently.But here’s where it gets interesting: In 2021, Blackstone GP Stakes (yes, that Blackstone) bought an undisclosed […]

Marvel Rivals Guide How to Counter Dive Comps as Support
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5 Tips to Counter Dive Comps as Support in Marvel Rivals

Countering Divers Made Easy...ish. Alright, listen up, healers—because if you're playing support in Marvel Rivals, you already know that you're basically walking around with a giant neon sign that says, "PLEASE DIVE ME ON REPEAT."Nothing brings joy to a sweaty Venom or a trigger-happy Spider-Man like ruining your day and making sure your team has zero sustain.But don’t worry, because I’ve got your back.Whether you’re braving the wild wasteland of solo queue or coordinating with an actual functioning team (lucky you), here are five rock-solid strategies to keep yourself alive and make dive comps absolutely miserable. 1. Communicate With Your Team When Being dove Let’s be real: voice chat in competitive games is basically a social experiment gone wrong.Between the wannabe shot-callers who think they’re the next esports prodigy and the keyboard warriors spewing COD-lobby-level toxicity, it’s no wonder half […]

Poppy Playtime Chapter 4 Upcoming Release 2025
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What to Expect from Poppy Playtime Chapter 4: Safe Haven

Poppy Playtime Chapter 4: Release Date and What's Next When Poppy Playtime first burst onto the scene in October 2021, it was like a well-timed jump scare—shocking, thrilling, and unforgettable.What began as a short, indie horror experience quickly snowballed into a global phenomenon. With its unsettling mix of childlike whimsy and pure nightmare fuel, Poppy Playtime introduced players to a lore-rich world and iconic characters like Huggy Wuggy and Poppy herself.Now, with Chapter 4 set to release this Thursday, January 30, 2025, let’s take a closer look at the journey so far, the impressive reception, and what’s in store for this highly anticipated sequel.Warning: we got some spoilers coming up so if you want to experience the story for yourself, go ahead and get Poppy Playtime on Steam before continuing! The Poppy Playtime Story So Far If you’ve somehow missed […]

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