https://www.cbr.com Covering comics, movies, TV like no other in the world. CBR.com is all you need! Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:12:36 GMT en-US hourly 60 The Thief Roguish Archetype is the closest to a default rogue subclass in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. It covers the archetypal rogue whose abilities lend themselves more to quick thinking and action than spellcasting or meticulous assassinations. The D&D 5e Thief rogue has versatile features that tend towards utility and a bit of combat strength.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:12:36 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-thief-rogue-build-guide/ Role-playing games represent some of the best and best-selling games in the industry. Offering immersive worlds fans can lose themselves in, it's easy to see how they have such a passionate fanbase. Moreover, most of them can last for countless hours, offering incredible value for the amount of money spent on them.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:30:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/best-rpgs-to-play-on-steam/ The UC Vanguard, Ryujin Industries, and the Freestar Rangers are three factions in Starfield that players can complete missions for, each of which has a very compelling storyline associated with it. About halfway through the UC Vanguard storyline, players will learn an unsettling truth: François Sanon, otherwise known as Vae Victis, is alive. This, unfortunately, means the UC has been lying about the fate of the villainous admiral and faked his death in order to use him to gather intelligence on some of the criminals that somehow escaped justice after the Colony War. While he has proven to be a useful asset to the UC, his involvement nonetheless complicates things — especially when it comes to his daughter, Hadrian.

]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2023 16:00:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-hadrian-truth-father-choice/ Skyrim is a game that gives its players so much freedom that, at times, it can even overshadow its own content. A player who wants to have an adventure full of combat or play as a thief may not bother as much with Skyrim's alchemy system. But even for non-mage players, potion crafting is worth taking the time to understand.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 21:54:57 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-potion-crafting-guide/ The fighter is one of Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition's most straightforward classes. It focuses on making simple weapon attacks with no additional complexity, such as spellcasting, in the base class. Some D&D 5e fighter subclasses add complex new mechanics to add versatility and power. The Samurai Martial Archetype instead enhances the fighter's toolkit with straightforward new features.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2023 20:15:41 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-samurai-fighter-build-guide/ Just like its predecessor, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is packed with interesting side-quests to complete, optional areas to explore, and mysterious characters to meet. The Legend of Zelda franchise has always been known for its bizarre and mysterious characters, and Tears of the Kingdom is no different, especially when it comes to Malanya, the god of horses. Malanya was first introduced in Breath of the Wild as a method of reviving the player's deceased horses. The horse god now returns in Tears of the Kingdom with the ability to not only revive horses but also upgrade their stats. What's more, Malanya often delivers messages to Link where he hints where Link can find the best horses in Hyrule.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 21:15:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tears-of-the-kingdom-malanya-message-guide/ The Loki For All Time season is now well under way in Marvel Snap, having gotten off to a hot start with Loki and Alioth causing chaos and switching up the meta. The new card for the Spotlight Cache week beginning September 19th is hardly as exciting as these two previous cards, but Ravonna Renslayer does still have her place in some favorite decks.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 15:45:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-spotlight-cache-cards-september-19/ Behaviour Interactive's Dead By Daylight is an iconic asymmetrical horror game that, since its release in 2016, has carved out a decisive niche for itself in the video game market. As a horror movie simulator, the daunting cat-and-mouse game that occurs in every single match between Survivors and Killers is incredibly addicting, and every victory is to be relished.

]]> Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:15:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbd-beginner-guide-2023/ Ryujin Industries is essentially the Thieves' Guild of Starfield, so their missions primarily involve the use of stealth and persuasion to sneak by and outsmart unaware NPCs. As a tale of loyalty, deception, and friendship, the Ryujin Industries storyline is very engaging and worth experiencing. It also happens to be a great way to make a lot of credits and the only way players can acquire the unique Manipulate skill.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 20:06:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-ryujin-industries-guide-mission-walkthrough/ There are plenty of things for players to do in Starfield, from playing through the main story to completing side missions for various companions and organizations to exploring and surveying alien planets. Each of these activities will reward players with XP, but there are some methods in Starfield that are more lucrative than others.

]]> Tue, 19 Sep 2023 18:13:48 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-xp-farm-how-to-grind/ The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim has become an absolute ageless classic, one of the landmarks in gaming history that gamers will look back on with fondness for years to come. There are many reasons for that, but not all of them are thanks to Bethesda's unique video game design style and constant re-releases of their greatest-ever project.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:15:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-mods-installation-guide/ The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is arguably still Bethesda's greatest project, having remained a timeless classic since its release. However, for many players, the world of Skyrim can be difficult to get into. Even more than a decade and several re-releases later, the game is still prone to that classic Bethesda jank, where a bug can ruin an entire playthrough.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:45:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-most-useful-console-commands-guide/ The first part of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's DLC is finally here, and players worldwide are exploring The Teal Mask with everything it has to offer. Since Sword & Shield introduced the concept of DLC into the mainline Pokémon games, the promise of extra content for an already-established generation has been too intriguing for many to ignore. Sure enough, The Teal Mask has delivered with a new region in Kitakami, which has come with a compelling new story and a new Pokédex for players to fill out.

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 12:15:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-sv-teal-mask-dlc-kitakami-pokedex-guide/ Baldur's Gate 3 is true to its Dungeons & Dragons roots, offering fans an almost endless amount of ways to approach its sprawling world and story. As a result, players can lose hundreds of hours uncovering everything the best-reviewed game of the year has to offer. Act 1 alone can easily take over 30 hours, with many players taking a lot longer to explore it all.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:00:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/bg3-things-to-do-before-finishing-act-1/ Part 1 of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's Hidden Treasure of Area Zero is finally here, and fans have been left pleasantly surprised by The Teal Mask's engaging story and vast new region despite recurring performance issues. Regardless of its shortcomings, The Teal Mask has plenty for players to get sucked into, even if it is condensed into a bite-sized DLC-sized package. Players can set off to fill the 200-strong Kitakami Pokédex, but there are other activities to engage in.

]]> Sun, 17 Sep 2023 13:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-teal-mask-dlc-ogre-oustin-guide/ Dead By Daylight is an incredibly popular asymmetric multiplayer horror-survival game where a group of four unarmed survivors must work together to activate generators in order to escape a murderous killer. Through skill, stealth, and teamwork, these survivors just might be able to power up and open the gate to escape the encounter.

]]> Sat, 16 Sep 2023 13:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dbd-killer-build-guides-ranked/ Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition's wizards are magical generalists, able to learn and prepare more arcane spells than any class in the game. However, the most basic wizard subclasses give specializations within that generalist framework. School of Divination wizards in D&D 5e are experts in information in all its forms.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:00:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-best-divination-wizard-build/ When starting out, the task of running a game of Dungeons & Dragons can be intimidating. This leads many novice Dungeon Masters to choose a pre-written adventure for their first campaign. A premade D&D 5e module can reduce prep time and the mental overhead involved in DMing and still be customized to suit the table's tastes. Lost Mine of Phandelver is no longer the go-to introduction, having been replaced with Dragon of Stormwreck Isle in the new starter set. Nonetheless, it's worthy of consideration for a group's first adventure.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-lost-mine-phandelver-guide/ The first part of Pokémon Scarlet & Violet's The HIdden Treasure of Area Zero DLC has arrive, and The Teal Mask brings with it brand new the Kitakami region. Players have been treated to a new extra-special Kitakami Pokédex to complete in the Teal Mask DLC, with 100 carrying over from Paldea, and 100 new entries. Most of these are returning species from previous seasons, but there are eight new faces, albeit with four of them taking inspiration from existing Pokémon.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:15:56 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-scarlet-violet-teal-mask-dlc-bloodmoon-ursaluna-guide/ Another week, another OTA card balance update in Marvel Snap, as Second Dinner are once again working to find that perfect sense of balance within the current meta. With Loki decks dominating since the God of Mischief's arrival at the start of September, some drastic measures have been taken to counter the deck and buff some cards that could fit well into a countering Discard deck.

]]> Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:40:41 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-ota-balance-september-14/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is chock-full of interesting locations to visit, most of which have carried over and changed in one way or another from Breath of the Wild. Many of these locations are host to valuable secrets and world-building quests that players shouldn't miss out on during their time exploring Hyrule. Hateno Village is one major location that players will not only recognize from Breath of the Wild but will quickly notice has changed.

]]> Thu, 14 Sep 2023 20:02:06 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hateno-village-totk-location-quests-guide/ Wizards are Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition's arcane magical generalists, capable of learning more spells than any other class. However, many D&D 5e wizard subclasses specialize in one area of magic, and the School of Transmutation Arcane Tradition, for example, focuses on the changeable properties of physical matter.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 21:16:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-rpg-transmutation-wizard-build-player-guide/ Starfield is not only packed with interesting locations for players to explore and over 1,000 planets to survey, but also a variety of compelling missions both in the main story and outside of it. It's very easy to miss some of the most entertaining and rewarding side missions if players move too quickly through the game, and that includes the line of missions they'll receive upon joining the Vanguard in New Atlantis.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 20:18:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-evidence-burden-of-proof-mission-walkthrough/ The Light Domain in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition harnesses the power of sun gods and their like to strike down foes. They're one of D&D 5e's most offensively oriented subclasses, particularly for the cleric class. Most of a Light Domain cleric's features encourage the player to stay at arm's length and blast their enemies with fire and radiance.

]]> Wed, 13 Sep 2023 19:14:53 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-light-cleric-build-guide-5e/ Another week of Marvel Snap, another new selection of cards for players to get from Spotlight Caches. When the lineup for the September 12th Spotlight Caches was announced, players only really saw Alioth as the main draw: the shiny new card that threatens to turn the meta on its head.

]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:47:36 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-spotlight-cache-cards-september-12/ One of the key components in Dungeons & Dragons has always been magic. From wizards and bards to sorcerers and warlocks, there are plenty of opportunities to build a spell-wielding adventurer that not only keeps the party safe but wreaks havoc whenever they step into battle. Of all the magic users, warlocks are one of the least complicated classes to play, but they aren't any less powerful or terrifying to behold when facing off against them.

]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 21:15:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dungones-dragons-perfect-warlock-build/ The Mastermind Roguish Archetype in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition specializes in intrigue and deception. The subclass takes the impressive skills of a D&D 5e rogue and encourages the player to bring them to bear in social situations to stay on top of any interaction the party has.

]]> Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:56:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-mastermind-rogue-build-guide/ Pokémon as a franchise is not known for particularly difficult mainline games. Even with the introduction of open-world games in Scarlet and Violet, wherein players can easily challenge trainers at a higher level at any time, the games remain straightforward to complete. For long-time players the explanation is simple—once the basic strategies of the game are grasped, any trainer can be a breeze. To this, the Pokémon community has developed a non-official rule set to increase the challenge: the Nuzlocke Challenge.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:50:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-every-generation-nuzlocke-tips-tricks/ Skyrim has long been one of Bethesda's absolute defining properties since its release in 2011, something that has only been further built on by extensive re-releases and remasters throughout the years. However, other than Bethesda's extensive support for the title, another thing that has kept the game running smoothly and far longer than expected is its modding capacity.

]]> Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:01:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-script-extender-installation-why-how/ It has been a while since the previous Armored Core game, and FromSoftware has become much more famous for the studio's Souls series, Bloodborne, Sekiro, and Elden Ring. Naturally, there are many new Armored Core players coming to this series for the first time. While it may be easy to assume that Armored Core will borrow the gameplay style and mechanics of FromSoft's other games like Dark Souls, that couldn't be further from the truth. Armored Core is a mech game that excels at combat and has unparalleled mech customization. However, it does share one big similarity to the Souls series.

]]> Sat, 09 Sep 2023 16:50:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/armored-core-vi-how-to-defeat-smart-cleaner/ In Mass Effect 2, taking enemies out from a distance is an art form and, with the right sniper rifle, a resurrected Commander Shepard who takes the Infiltrator or Soldier player class can quickly become a master. Other player classes can train in the use of sniper rifles once they've established themselves on the Normandy and begun leveling up, and four other squad members can use most of these weapons, though dealing far less damage than Shepard.

]]> Sat, 09 Sep 2023 14:31:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mass-effect-2-sniper-rifle-stats-locations-guide/ The blood hunter is an unofficial Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition class created by Critical Role's Matt Mercer. Despite its unofficial nature, it's far more widespread and included than most homebrew, not least due to being available on D&D Beyond. Blood hunters pair martial combat with unique abilities that tap into blood's occult potential.

]]> Sat, 09 Sep 2023 11:22:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-most-powerful-blood-hunter-critical-role-build/ The Lost Woods is a recurring location in The Legend of Zelda franchise that typically functions as a maze and uses similar mechanics throughout each game. The woods are known for being laid out in such a way as to make anyone who wanders into them irreversibly lost, and the only hope of getting out of them is to follow a specific path. If that path is not followed, the wanderer is transported back to the beginning of the maze and must begin again.

]]> Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-lost-woods-guide/ As with every Season Pass card to arrive in Marvel Snap, Loki has not only ushered in the new season in Loki For All Time, but it has instantly influenced the meta and set the precedent for the rest of the month. Loki's introduction serves as a hype-builder for Season 2 of the Loki TV series as players get to have some chaotic fun with the God of Mischief.

]]> Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:30:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/loki-has-brought-a-new-level-of-mischief-fun-to-marvel-snap/ FromSoftware is known for having difficult bosses. From Sekiro to the Souls series, some of the most iconic and challenging boss fights in gaming are in FromSoft games. While the studio is best known for games like Dark Souls and Elden Ring today, FromSoftware also made a name for itself with the Armored Core series. Armored Core differs in gameplay from most of FromSoftware's recent titles. However, it shares one major aspect with its Soulsborne siblings. Armored Core has some intense and challenging boss fights.

]]> Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:05:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/armored-core-vi-how-to-defeat-balteus/ Sea of Stars is an old-school turn-based RPG that's been getting high praise from both critics and its playerbase. Alongside its brilliant combat and rewarding exploration, it also includes a fun minigame akin to Gwent in The Witcher 3 or Orlog in Assassin's Creed: Valhalla. It's called Wheels and can be quite complex. Players can generally find opponents at special Wheels tables inside the game's taverns and inns, although there are some exceptions.

]]> Fri, 08 Sep 2023 18:03:51 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sea-of-stars-wheels-guide-how-to-play/ Dungeons & Dragons 5e's wizard class is the broad arcane magic generalist, able to learn a much wider range of spells than any other caster. However, its Player's Handbook subclasses supplement this by specializing in one of D&D's eight schools of magic. The School of Illusion wizard is a master of tricking the mind with sights, sounds, and even sensations that aren't there.

]]> Thu, 07 Sep 2023 17:29:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-illusion-school-wizard-build/ With the release of Persona 3 Portable on all modern platforms, players can finally get their hands on a game that sent plenty of precedents for the series' later games. The original Persona 3 introduced Social Links, which Persona 5 players will recognize as that game's Confidant system whereby characters corresponding to each of the Major Arcana from the standard tarot deck can be befriended. Ranking up a Social Link bestows gameplay benefits, such as an experience boost when fusing Personas and (after reaching the max Rank of 10) the ability to fuse the ultimate Persona of that Arcana.

]]> Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:35:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/persona-3-portable-social-link-unlock-guide-atlus/ The Circle of the Land is Dungeons & Dragons 5e's most straightforward druid subclass. It lacks the iconic Combat Wild Shape of the Circle of the Moon, and is much less of a melee combatant. Instead, Circle of the Land druids lean into the class' spellcasting and use magic to solve their problems and support their party.

]]> Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:56:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-land-druid-build-guide/ The Archfey is one of the most traditional warlock Patrons in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. Making a pact with a powerful fey creature turns a warlock into a master of deception, enchantment, and illusion. The Archfey Patron makes for less of a combat-oriented warlock in return for one who can shine in most other circumstances.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 20:45:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-archfey-warlock-build-guide/ Marvel Snap's Spotlight Caches are now in full swing and players are getting used to the weekly joys of getting powerful new cards. The schedule has settled now so that whenever a new season has started and there is a Season Pass card for players to get a hold of, there is no brand-new card in that week's Spotlight Cache. This doesn't mean that players are left with no good options however, as Galactus stepped in during the Big In Japan season, and now Jeff is doing the same in the Loki For All Time season starting September 5th.

]]> Wed, 06 Sep 2023 17:54:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/marvel-snap-spotlight-cache-september-2023/ Paradox Interactive's WWII grand strategy game Hearts of Iron IV is an amazing game whose immense depth is both its biggest draw and biggest challenge. In Hearts of Iron IV, players take control of any nation and lead them to victory in WWII by either following the course of history or creating an alternate history by changing their nation's government, military, and economy. With every major country having been overhauled, almost every major system in the game completely reworked, and new DLC on the way, there's never been a better time to try out HOI4.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 20:06:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hearts-of-iron-iv-china-guide/ Xbox Game Pass is the gift that keeps on giving. Microsoft continues to outdo itself with its vast medley of AAA titles, indie classics, party games, and other juicy content. It's hard to think of a better deal in the gaming space. Everyone who thinks of themselves as gamers, die-hard or casual, should strongly consider looking into Game Pass, as there's truly something for everyone on the platform.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 18:20:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/xbox-game-pass-best-single-player-games/ The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a larger-than-life game with hundreds of quests and a healthy array of factions to choose from. The most mysterious among these is the Dark Brotherhood. Seen before in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, this motley crew of assassins makes for a spooky, and sometimes charming, addition to any playthrough. Joining the elusive assassin's guild takes time, though, and a lot of dedication.

]]> Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:51:24 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-how-to-join-the-dark-brotherhood-full-guide/ In GTA Online, players are constantly on the lookout for challenges and collectibles that enhance their gameplay experience. Among the most sought-after collectibles are the Signal Jammers.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 22:16:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/gta-online-signal-jammer-guide/ Many modern games, especially those in the role-playing genre, include a New Game + mode, which essentially allows players to restart the game with most or all of their progress still intact once they finish their initial playthrough. Fortunately, Starfield players will receive the opportunity to start a New Game + once they reach the end of their initial playthrough, which is especially helpful, considering how massive the game is.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 20:12:52 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-new-game-plus-guide/ The sorcerer is an inherently chaotic Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition class. In the lore, sorcerers develop magic by accident of birth or through some innate change to their being rather than through worship or study. The D&D 5e Wild Magic Sorcerous Origin doubles down on this chaos by infusing utter randomness into almost every ability.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 16:17:40 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-wild-magic-sorcerer-guide/ Classic games on Nintendo Switch weren't initially what players were hoping for. Nintendo previously released classic games under the Virtual Console brand across the Wii, Wii U, and 3DS, and players expected the same for the Switch. Nintendo's decision to tie classic games to an online service, similar to Xbox Game Pass or PlayStation Plus, received considerable backlash as players wanted to buy games individually or even carry over past Virtual Console purchases. However, in the intervening years, Nintendo Switch Online has redeemed itself in most players' eyes.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:50:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/nintendo-switch-online-essential-classic-games/ Rockstar's 2010 smash hit Red Dead Redemption has always been an incredibly monumental game, and that reputation has only grown with the passing years. With the recent re-release to newer platforms, a whole bevy of players is experiencing the legendary tale of John Marston and the Van Der Linde gang for the first time.

]]> Mon, 04 Sep 2023 13:01:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-post-game-changes/ In 2010, Rockstar released one of the most successful games of its history, and arguably still one of the most well-made. Red Dead Redemption chronicles the tale of John Marston, a gun-slinging cowboy in the Wild West whose family has been taken hostage by the government. John Marston has a dark history, one deeply tied to the Van Der Linde gang, which John is now required to hunt down to secure his family's safety.

]]> Sun, 03 Sep 2023 15:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-point-of-no-return/ Like many FromSoftware games, Elden Ring is filled with optional side quests that are introduced in rather obtuse ways. Most RPGs have you speak to an NPC, then it prompts you to accept the quest with a menu, and then it places a marker on your map for the quest destination. FromSoftware's games have always handled side quests differently. In games like Dark Souls, it is a regular occurrence to encounter an NPC and finish the dialogue without necessarily knowing how to continue the side quest or even if the character has a side quest. Elden Ring is no exception to this.

]]> Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/elden-ring-millicent-guide-walkthrough/ Competitive-level gaming is a very popular hobby, bolstered even further in recent years. Pokémon is no different in this regard; since the release of Scarlet and Violet, participation at tournaments has never been higher. Because of the Pokémon VGC's popularity and long history, there is a multitude of teams, individual Pokémon, and overall strategies for players to pick from. While a handful of specific Pokémon tend to dominate a particular series of tournaments (such as Flutter Mane), it is unlikely for two teams to be identical in all regards.

]]> Sun, 03 Sep 2023 13:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/pokemon-trick-room-strategy-gen-9-scarlet-violet/ Magic: The Gathering's newest expansion set, Wilds of Eldraine, will unleash the power of fairy tales and eternal slumber when it releases on September 8th. Wilds of Eldraine takes place on the post-Phyrexian invasion plane of Eldraine, a world besieged by wicked witches and the nightmarish horrors of Ashiok the planeswalker. All the fairy tale action will unfold not just in Standard when this set releases, but also in Limited formats like draft and sealed.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 21:04:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mtg-woe-eldraine-draft-guide/ Despite the Nintendo Switch being the cheapest console on the market right now, it can still be difficult to keep up with all the latest releases. Gaming is a very expensive hobby, but thankfully, Nintendo Switch's eShop offers a bunch of free-to-play titles.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 16:30:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/greatest-free-nintendo-switch-games/ Xbox Game Pass continues to establish its dominance in the video game subscription service world with each passing month. Thanks to its impressive library of games and its commitment to providing launch releases, Game Pass has dragged the gaming industry into the digital age whether they were ready or not. Since then, competitors have looked to pull players away with their own fantastic offerings.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 14:51:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/xbox-game-pass-multiplayer-games/ The Draconic Bloodline is Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition's most straightforward Sorcerous Origin. Its features revolve around durability, elemental damage, flight, and other things that are always useful in almost every D&D campaign. Nonetheless, the Draconic Bloodline is still a D&D 5e sorcerer subclass and has to be built carefully.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 14:11:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-draconic-bloodline-sorcerer-guide/ Whether in the extended lore or the games themselves, vampires have always been a part of the Elder Scrolls lore. They stalk the living at night, drink their blood and, in some cases, turn them into one of their own. In The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the Dragonborn can become a vampire and experience all the benefits - and detriments - that come with the title.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 14:00:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-vampire-guide-cure/ The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is filled to the brim with content. So much content, in fact, that players still return to the game to this day. There is a wide variety of activities for players to do, including an infinite number of quests that all serve to shape the world of Skyrim.

]]> Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-blood-on-the-ice-quest-walkthrough-guide/ Magic: the Gathering’s Commander format has had a swift uptick in players recently, especially with the large influx of Commander products being released with almost every set. Commander is one of the most difficult formats to transition into since almost every card in MtG’s history is legal in the format. Sometimes the best cards are frustrating to deal with when extensive card knowledge is not yet available.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 17:29:58 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mtg-commander-best-current-decks/ Bethesda has been known to entertain the impact of player choice in their games from time to time, but rarely have they been as impactful as they are in Starfield. Throughout the main story, players will be faced with making several very significant decisions that will permanently shape their story, sometimes in ways that only an earlier save file could reverse. The main mission "High Price to Pay" is one of those.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:16:47 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-high-price-to-pay-walkthrough/ With blockbuster titles such as Starfield and Baldur's Gate 3 releasing around a similar time, it could've been easy for the indie title, Sea of Stars, to become sorely overlooked. The classic-styled turn-based RPG was a hit with critics, scoring an average of 90 on Metacritic and becoming one of the highest-rated games of the year so far. Thankfully, it's getting the player base it deserves and has sold over 100,000 copies on its first day alone. That's an incredible achievement given the game is also available to play as part of Microsoft's Game Pass and Sony's PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscription services.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:40:19 GMT https://www.cbr.com/sea-of-stars-catching-fish-guide/ Korok Seeds are incredibly useful resources in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. These plentiful collectibles let players increase Link's weapon inventory, allowing him to carry more bows, shields, and melee weapons. In the new Zelda title, there are 100 more Korok Seeds than in the game's predecessor, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. With a dizzying total of 1,000 Korok Seeds in Tears of the Kingdom, players can expect to stumble across a variety of Korok puzzle types.

]]> Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:00:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/korok-seeds-tears-of-the-kingdom-guide/ One of Starfield's most prominent features is the hundreds of planets that populate its universe, each ripe for discovery and exploration. Upon landing on the surface of one of these planets, players are given the opportunity to collect data for a planet survey that can later be turned in for Credits and XP, barring they pick up a Constellation survey mission before heading out.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:03:23 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-survey-guide/ Two unfortunate circumstances can occur rather quickly in Starfield: inventory encumbrance and a simultaneous dwindling supply of necessities. As players explore Starfield's massive world, they will find more loot than they can manage, and it will typically come at the cost of using necessary items like ammo and medical supplies that are a bit more difficult to find. As such, in order to stay in control of their inventory, players will need plenty of vendors to buy and sell to.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-vendor-guide/ Credits really do make the world go 'round in Starfield, as massive amounts are required to purchase some of the game's best ships, and players will need plenty to stay stocked up on ammo and supplies as well. In Starfield's early game, players will find themselves lacking a significant amount of Credits, but there are several ways to remedy this issue.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-credits-guide/ There are 82 skills in Starfield, each with 4 ranks that all require one Skill Point. This means players will need 328 Skill Points in order to unlock and fully upgrade every skill. Since Skill Points are only earned by leveling up in Starfield, players will need an extraordinary amount of XP if they hope to complete their skill trees.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-how-to-grind-xp/ Shortly after the game's introduction, Starfield gives its players the chance to customize their character's appearance and characteristics using an in-depth character creator. One decision players will have to make is in regard to their character's background, which, other than the role-playing aspect it contributes to, is nothing more than the player's three starting skills. Traits have a much greater impact on the actual gameplay.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-best-character-background/ Starfield's character customization rivals the depth that can be found even in games like Baldur's Gate 3. Thanks to the plethora of options available, players can make a character that feels personal to them. Not only can they fully customize their character's appearance, but they also have the option of establishing their character's background and traits, which provide a variety of helpful bonuses.

]]> Thu, 31 Aug 2023 16:00:22 GMT https://www.cbr.com/starfield-best-character-traits/ The Way of the Drunken Master is one of the most straightforward and martial monk subclasses in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. It doesn't unlock esoteric new Ki abilities or other supernatural gifts. Instead, the Way of the Drunken Master emphasizes physical control and misdirection, with its monks getting mundane and effective combat abilities.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 17:25:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-drunken-master-monk-guide/ The Fiend patron is the archetypal warlock subclass in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition. A Fiend warlock has made a pact with a being from the Lower Planes, some of the most evil creatures in the D&D multiverse, in exchange for magical power. The result is a surprisingly damaging and durable spellcaster who brings the power of the Nine Hells or the Abyss to a fight.

]]> Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:45:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-fiend-warlock-best-build/ Rogues are some of Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition's most capable and versatile nonmagical characters. Rogues bring a vast range of utility to the party from their many skill proficiencies and Expertise. In addition, Sneak Attack ensures that canny rogues can hold their own in combat alongside characters like fighters.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 18:35:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dnd-5e-swashbuckler-rogue-build-guide/ While a major feature of Terraria is crafting and exploration, the game is not without exciting combat moments. The sandbox adventure throws countless enemies at players—along with some very challenging bosses—so it is vital that they journey into the fray well-equipped and prepared. Thankfully, there are plenty of items players can craft and acquire that will help them along the way.

]]> Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:15:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/terraria-ankh-shield-guide/ ConcernedApe's Stardew Valley has been out for over seven years but it still dominates the market and is considered one of the greatest farm simulation RPGs of all time. While it began as a single-player game, just two years after its initial release, it received a multiplayer co-op mode where players can run a farm and experience life together in Pelican Town.

]]> Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:06:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/stardew-valley-guide-co-op-mode/ As one of Magic the Gathering's youngest formats, Pioneer is changing and growing at an accelerated pace. Evolving alongside the meta of the format is the banlist, which was created to regulate the format. Some things were banned early on to help shape Pioneer's identity uniquely to differentiate between itself and Modern. Other things were banned as it was found they hurt the competitive diversity of the format or were simply too strong. Each card has its own reason, so being able to quickly reference Pioneer's dynamic banlist is helpful for MtG players.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 23:30:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mtg-pioneer-banlist-guide/ There are a variety of helpful accessories in Terraria that can assist players in exploration, combat, and crafting, but none quite compare to the Cell Phone. While it is certainly a valuable accessory to have, it can be quite intimidating to make since it has one of the most complex crafting trees in Terraria. Still, it being one of the most useful tools in the game makes the journey to crafting it all more than worth it.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 18:25:25 GMT https://www.cbr.com/terraria-how-to-craft-cell-phone-what-does-it-do/ Banning cards is one of the tools in Wizard's kit for ensuring card balance in Magic the Gathering. Often they will make sure that cards aren't too strong or hurting competitive variety by removing them from the format. In Modern the sometimes nebulous powerlevel of the format makes it oftentimes hard to gauge when a card should or will be banned. It also means that the existing cards on the ban list can sometimes be obviously too powerful, but in some cases, the reasons and context for their ban need to be explained.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:10:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/mtg-modern-banlist-guide/ Los Santos, the vibrant core of GTA Online, is a masterfully crafted urban expanse. From its towering skyscrapers to its hidden alleyways, the city invites gamers to embark on a journey filled with exploration and thrilling escapades. The allure of Los Santos extends beyond its neon-lit boulevards and bustling markets. Each district, from the star-studded Vinewood to the gritty urban underbelly, offers its own set of challenges and discoveries. While high-octane missions and dramatic heists might capture the limelight, the true essence of the city lies in its secret nooks and crannies.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 14:00:21 GMT https://www.cbr.com/hidden-corners-of-los-santos-a-guide-to-gta-onlines-best-secret-locations/ It's easy to get lost in Minecraft, but thankfully, there is a rather simple solution to that problem: by crafting a map, players can track their location and feel a bit more secure about venturing out into the world.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 13:00:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/minecraft-map-guide/ The Skyview Towers in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom are by far the best way for Link to explore the skies of Hyrule and reach further destinations more efficiently than he could on foot — especially with the help of his paraglider. There are Skyview Towers all over Hyrule that simply need to be activated for players to use them, but activating some of these towering structures is a little more complex than others.

]]> Sun, 27 Aug 2023 12:00:18 GMT https://www.cbr.com/totk-gerudo-canyon-skyview-tower-guide/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom includes an array of new armor sets that help Link fight his way through Hyrule. Many of the new armor additions have a massive impact on gameplay, such as the Froggy Armor set. However, players of the game's forerunner, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, will have set their sights on familiar armor sets. Luckily, the new Zelda game retains the best armor sets from Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, including the Barbarian Armor.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 23:00:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/loz-botw-totk-barbarian-armor-guide-how-to-get/ Since the release of the Sumeru Region and the Dendro element, the combat options available to Genshin Impact players have become even more versatile. Dendro came with a whole new slew of elemental reactions, like Hyperbloom, which have redefined the game's meta and Burgeon; for now, this isn't able to be fully taken advantage of by any existing characters. The Dendro element has become the puzzle piece that players never realized was missing, and now that it has been slotted into place, exploring Teyvat without it has become all but impossible.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 16:00:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/genshin-impact-building-the-greatest-dendro-characters-ranked/ There are a total of six Bargainer Statues to find in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, with one of those being easily found on Hyrule's surface and the other five requiring players to brave the darkness of the Depths. Players can find most of these statues quite easily using nearby chasms and the navigation assistance that various Lightroots provide, but there are a few that may prove troublesome to reach. As each Bargainer Statue is discovered, their available inventory will expand, so finding all six of them is more than worth it.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/totk-bargainer-statue-guide/ Between the sprawling urban jungle of Los Santos and the vast landscapes of Blaine County, the world of Grand Theft Auto V is teeming with vehicles. From the bustling streets of downtown to the remote dirt roads of the countryside, every corner holds potential discoveries. While many players are familiar with the high-end sports cars, the roaring choppers, and the luxury yachts, there's a treasure trove of hidden and unique vehicles waiting to be discovered. These vehicles, often overlooked, carry with them stories and the thrill of the hunt. For the dedicated player, the quest for these rare finds becomes a game within the game, a meta-challenge that offers its own set of rewards.

]]> Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:01:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/gta-v-online-hidden-vehicles/ There is a wide variety of NPCs for players to spawn in Terraria that all contribute to the game's charming sandbox design and customizability. Each of these NPCs typically functions as a vendor of sorts that can sell players items they wouldn't be able to find anywhere else, so they will want to spawn as many as they can to take advantage of the benefits.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:01:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/terraria-party-girl-guide/ There are plenty of activities players can participate in while not progressing through Red Dead Redemption's narrative or completing an otherwise noteworthy mission. Activities like Poker, Blackjack, Five Finger Fillet, Cattle Herding, and more all provide a form of entertainment to occupy players while exploring the world of Red Dead Redemption as the game's rugged protagonist, John Marston.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 18:15:16 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr1-arm-wrestling-guide/ The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild has 120 shrines for players to complete, which task players with solving a variety of perplexing puzzles to obtain a Spirit Orb. Spirit Orbs can be exchanged for either a Heart Container or a Stamina Vessel by praying at a Goddess Statue, so they are all very much worth completing.

]]> Fri, 25 Aug 2023 12:00:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/botw-keo-ruug-shrine-guide/ Legends and secrets abound in the expansive world of Skyrim, but none are quite as captivating as the Every Item Room. As whispers of its existence spread across gaming forums and among Skyrim enthusiasts, many have sought to uncover its location and the treasures within. For those equipped with high-performance PCs, the journey to this legendary chamber becomes not just a possibility but a thrilling challenge.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:17:17 GMT https://www.cbr.com/skyrim-every-item-room-commands/ Because The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom places a heavy emphasis on sky exploration, Breath of the Wild's towers have all been replaced by Skyview Towers. These tall skyscrapers can launch Link high into the sky to ensure he not only gets a good lay of the land, but that he also reaches his destinations quickly and efficiently with his paraglider. While most of TotK's Skyview Towers are immediately available for use upon discovery, some of them require a bit more work before they're accessible.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 18:00:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/totk-popla-foothills-tower-guide/ WARNING: The following contains spoilers for Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 15:46:00 GMT https://www.cbr.com/botw-how-many-korok-seeds-totk/ Just as its predecessor did, Red Dead Redemption II provides players with plenty of opportunities to take a break from their gunfights and other tasks by participating in more relaxing, less demanding activities. While these activities often include fishing, hunting, foraging, and simply exploring, RDR players can also join classic table games like Poker, Blackjack, and Dominoes.

]]> Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:05:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-2-dominoes-guide/ Dragon Ball is one of the biggest franchises on the planet. It is a widely beloved manga and anime, and it has had several spin-offs, stand-alone movies, and cross-overs. Even people who don't watch anime are aware of Dragon Ball and its Saiyan protagonist Goku. Just as the franchise has spawned several different series and movies, it has also spawned tons of games. While most fans are well aware of the countless Dragon Ball video games, the series has had several tabletop games as well.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 15:03:39 GMT https://www.cbr.com/dragon-ball-super-card-game-new-player-guide/ Clickers are some of The Last of Us' most terrifying Infected, as their increased strength and resilience make them formidable foes for Joel and Ellie. Formed during the third stage of the cordyceps infection, Clickers have been completely taken over by the virus and rely on echolocation to navigate their surroundings by producing clicking and croaking sounds that alert them to any nearby threats or hazards. The fungal plates on their heads provide additional protection to their head and brain, making them even deadlier, as the head is typically one of many other Infected's primary weak spots.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:01:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/tlou-clickers-gameplay-guide/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom continues Breath of the Wild's story, with familiar faces and locations returning for the game. Several Breath of the Wild mechanics make a comeback in Tears of the Kingdom, including Breath of the Wild's signature map mechanic and the Towers that unlock each region's map.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:31:14 GMT https://www.cbr.com/totk-sahasra-skyview-tower-guide/ Red Dead Redemption has numerous challenges for players to proclaim their mastery over the Wild West. Every RDR1 challenge comes with ranks that players have to complete in sequence. Along the way, they unlock new abilities en route to 100% completion. Initially, there were only four challenges in RDR1. More challenges were added with the release of the Liars & Cheats DLC pack, including two that could be completed in both the main game and Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare. All challenges are included in RDR's Nintendo Switch and PS4 ports.

]]> Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:15:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-explosive-rifle-guide/ Red Dead Redemption has a bunch of different gambling mini-games to help players make money. While games like Poker and Blackjack are more recognizable, many fans were introduced to Liar's Dice for the first time in RDR1. Liar's Dice can be first played after the main story mission "Man is Born Unto Trouble," given by Irish. Afterward, games can be started in Escalera, Casa Madrugada, and Thieves Landing.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 17:49:13 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-liars-dice-guide/ The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom's brilliance lies in its beautifully crafted open world, which raises the bar for games in the genre. Hyrule is not only hugely rewarding to explore, with puzzles, treasures, side stories, and enemies to find around every corner, but it also acts as a playground for players to make the most of its fun gameplay mechanics in creative and experimental ways.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 17:30:57 GMT https://www.cbr.com/totk-gerudo-highlands-skyview-tower-guide/ Red Dead Redemption is full of different fun mini-games. It makes the world of RDR1 feel alive and gives John Marston the opportunity to interact with NPCs. It provides a window into the early 20th century by depicting what people did for fun long before computers, the internet, and video games. One of these games is Horseshoes, a classic game similar to the more modernly played Cornhole.

]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2023 16:30:27 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-horseshoes-guide/ Rockstar's 2010 smash hit Red Dead Redemption has long been seen as a video game classic. Players are put in the boots of John Marston, a cowboy living in the Wild West with his family, striving to find redemption and eke out a safe life for himself and the people he loves. Unfortunately, John Marston also has the opportunity to buy a ton of goods throughout the frontier, and players may see more use in that rather than holding onto all the cash for his family.

]]> Mon, 21 Aug 2023 19:00:20 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-blackjack-guide-how-to-play/ Rockstar's 2010 smash hit Red Dead Redemption has long been seen as a video game classic, and it's been given new life on the Switch and PS4/5.. Within it, players are given the opportunity to step their leather boots right into the dusty frontier of the Wild West as John Marston, cowboy, and redemption-seeker. One obvious truth of living out in the Wild West is that money is near-constantly tight. Between the struggles the people of the frontier experience, the constant violence, and the general lack of opportunities, money is always lacking.

]]> Mon, 21 Aug 2023 18:01:12 GMT https://www.cbr.com/rdr-poker-guide-how-to-play/ Disney Lorcana is the all-new collectible trading card game from Disney and Ravensburger. It was made with expert TCG players, Disney fans, collectors, and anyone new to the TCG world in mind. It is meant to be easy to pick up and learn while still having strategic elements within gameplay and deck-building to keep the experienced players engaged in the long run. With new and classic artwork of beloved Disney characters depicted on each card, there's more than one reason for players to fill their decks with their favorites.

]]> Mon, 21 Aug 2023 16:01:15 GMT https://www.cbr.com/beginners-guide-to-deck-building-in-disneys-lorcana/