Gather ’round, it’s time to watch Xbox’s big X019 stream

Should be a good one Blimey, we’re chuffed to bits that Xbox is across the pond for a cuppa and a few pints with the Merseysiders and the Mancunians and the Brummies. Ahem. Xbox has set up shop in England for its now-annual X0 celebration — this is X019 — and that means a weekend dedicated to the green and gray. Mostly a fan event, X019 comes with the added perk of a major Inside Xbox stream....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Travis Gonzales

Hands-on preview: Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

I recently had the opportunity to dive into a roughly three-and-a-half-hour hands-on preview of the upcomingPrince of Persia: The Lost Crown, and I had no idea what to expect. I’ve actually not playedPrince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands, so my most recent experience with the series goes back all the way to 2008’sPrince of Persia. The switch to a 2.5D format intrigued me as it felt like one of those situations where it could be a big payoff, or potentially the wrong move....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 838 words · Kelly Smith

Harmonix has a potential hit on its hands with Audica

The trailer sold me Rock Bandcreator Harmonix is cooking up a new rhythm game for virtual reality players calledAudicaand it’s brimming with potential. Using a pair of blasters, you’ll shoot, smash, and paint color-coded targets to the beat of the music. I went from halfway curious to fully on board after seeing the trailer. As if I didn’t already feel guilty enough about missing the gym this week. The studio saysAudicabegan life as a “passion project for a small team....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Paul Cameron

Hey man…have you ever seen Minecraft…on Unreal 4?!

The lens flare is blinding I’m starting to feel ridiculous writing all these Unreal Engine 4 posts. I mean, on one hand, they’re so easy to do, almost to the point where it’s not worth it. The common criticism is that they constantly just reference existing material, and don’t attempt to actually create anything new. But as a modder at heart, and someone who grew up in the ’90s PC era, I have a soft spot for homages....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Richard Callahan

HMV laying off 464 workers, closing 37 more stores

HMV has been having a pretty horrible year so far, and it’s only February. Last month, the UK retailer went into administration, followed by an announcement that 66 stores would be closing up for good — a move which also resulted in 930 people losing their jobs. Now, the Joint Administrators of HMV have today announced that 37 more stores across the UK are expected to close within“the next four to six weeks in parallel with the 66 stores that are already subject to a closure....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Dawn Guerrero

How many bosses are there in Elden Ring? Total boss count

There’s…a lot! Elden Ringfeatures a ton of bosses for you to fight. A lot! All in all, they make From Software’s masterpiece challenging and something worth coming back to even after you’ve finished the game. If you’re new to the game, however, you’re probably wondering just how many bosses do you need to fight in order to finish it. Or maybe you’re wondering if there’s a way to avoid fighting these strong enemies and still finish the game....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 343 words · Ashley Mcdonald

How to complete the Zero Hour Vault Puzzle in Destiny 2 (Week 1)

Destiny 2‘s Zero Hour Exotic mission has more secrets than the Winchester Mystery House. Aside fromhidden switchesandlethal fire puzzles, there are secret panels and even a vault that needs cracking. It’s a lot, but it is worth the hassle, as completing the Week 1 Vault Puzzle awards additional barrels for Outbreak Perfected and the blueprint for the Vimana Junker ship. Here’s how to crack the code. How to claim the Vimana Junker in Destiny 2 (Week 1) Before you get started, I recommend doing this on Normal, as the extra time helps....

August 3, 2025 · 3 min · 442 words · Emily Thompson MD

How to complete Union Story Mission in MW3 Zombies

Modern Warfare 3Season 3 Reloadedintroduces a new Story Mission forZombiesAct 4. It dives further into Dr. Ava Jansen’s story and requires solving a few puzzles along the way. Here’s how to complete Union inMW3 Zombies. MW3 Zombies Union Story Mission guide As withprevious missions, head to the new extract point to start the Union mission. I recommend upgrading your weapon to Level 3 with Pack-a-Punch or at least Level 2. While it’s possible to tackle this solo, the experience is enhanced with a team....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · Lisa Alexander

How to defeat Inferius in Hogwarts Legacy

Zombies still don’t like fire eh? Hogwarts Legacyhas a ton of different enemies, some of which spring from the same tree of enemy types. One such core focus is Inferius foes: who are basically like zombies in the Wizarding World. Here’s how to easily take them out in packs. You can defeat Inferius zombies inHogwarts Legacywith fire spells first, then anything you want The trick to killing Inferius enemies inHogwarts Legacylies with one word: fire....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 247 words · David Johnston

How to easily complete the grave robber request in the Resident Evil 4 remake

Easy peasy graveyard squeezy TheResident Evil 4remakehas an interesting “request” system, which will grant you Spinels (a gem currency) for your trouble: which can be turned in for rewards at The Merchant. Here’s how to finish the grave robber one in Chapter 3, which is one of the easier requests thus far. All you need to do is slash/destroy the headstones on two graves, which are accessible as soon as you enter the church graveyard As you enter the church zone, you’ll want to head into the main gate at the top of the hill to cue up a story cutscene....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 230 words · Jennifer Davis

How to find Bacon and Bread in Brighter Shores

The first cooking recipe you’ll unlock inBrighter Shoresis a classic bacon sandwich. Although it’s fairly simple, the game doesn’t go in-depth on where you may find its two titular ingredients. Here’s exactly where you can find bacon and bread so you can become a professional chef in no time. Rather than farming or creating your own bacon and bread, you’ll need to head outside the Delectable Dab Restaurant and talk toKevin....

August 3, 2025 · 2 min · 321 words · Aaron Santos

How to fix the “verifying download cache” bug in Warframe

With the “Whispers in the Walls” update, many have discovered the joys ofWarframe. However, some have been prevented from playing due to errors popping up. One of the most ubiquitous glitches is the “verifying download cache” one which appears on the intro screen infinitely, just when you’re about to play. The good news is thatit can be easily fixed. To do so, click on settings. That’s the cog at the top left of the screen....

August 3, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Danielle Wiley

If Tales from the Borderlands characters were Vault Hunters in Borderlands 3

Dibs on Fiona Tales From the Borderlands(Season One?) wrapped up last week, and it was fantastic. One of the coolest things about Telltale’s effort is how it will have an indelible impact on the main series. OnceBorderlands 3comes around, Pandora and its denizens will bear the scars wrought byTales. It’s likely we’ll see some of theTalescharacters show up in the next mainlineBorderlandsgame. Heck, it’s not unreasonable to expect some might even be playable, considering how the season ends....

August 3, 2025 · 4 min · 713 words · Joel Crosby