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Bethesda has unveiled a complete timeline ofStarfield’shistory, revealing whenwe first visit Mars, start living in space, establish the United Colonies, found New Atlantis… and how quickly it all goes wrong. Spoilers: we start wars across the stars. Sounds about right. In 2050, humans finally visit Mars. The current expectation in the real world is for the first crewed Mars mission to happen as soon as the 2030s. Bethesda is far less optimistic and gives us 20 years before we finally set foot on the red planet....

Summary Comparisons betweenStarfieldandNo Man’s Skyhave always been inevitable. BothBethesdaandHello Gamesbilled their respective releases as an opportunity to explore a vast interstellar map, discover planets, mine resources, build bases, and leave your own mark on the galaxy. Thoughthe similarities virtually end here, a lack of space games that aren’t established IPs, generic shooters, or worryingly boring simulators means that these two, whose development and origins could scarcely differ further, are going head-to-head....

Tekken 8has been rated in South Korea, approved for sale to players aged 15 and above. This has fans hoping that a release date announcement isn’t far behind, perhaps revealing that the game will be with us much sooner than anticipated. This comes just after Tekken 8’s successful closed network test, letting players try the latest instalment out early. However, some fans were quick tocrack the early build, letting them play it offline and out of the approved times set out byBandai Namco....

The Talent Tree inImmortals Of Aveumlets you unlock new powers associated with each of the three colors of magic. While you might lean toward the precision and defensive power of Blue, the close-range damage output of Red, or the versatility and fast movement of Green, you’ll need to master all three over the course of the game. If you’re not sure which Talents to pick with your latest Ascension, these are some of the most useful in the game....

Summary You will get into a lot of shootouts and take down many foes while playingPayday 3, so you will want to arm yourself to the teeth for the various challenges that lay ahead. There’s a large selection of different weapons available in the game, but with modifications, you may change the way those weapons perform and customize them for the tasks you want to take on. Choose the best weapon mods for the challenges you face as you complete heists and encounter enemies in Payday 3....

If you’ve been following the news — or played the new game — then you’re aware by now thatMortal Kombat 1features a new timeline, with characters changing roles, having different behaviors or backstories, and different relationships between them. All courtesy of Liu Kang, who tried the best he could to create a better timeline while still giving people free will. RELATED:Mortal Kombat 1: The New Timeline, Explained That’s all fine and good, sure, but which of these changes made a good story?...

Assassin’s Creed Miragelets you dress your character in a greater variety of ways than any previous game in the series, even to the extent ofMortal Kombat 1through its introduction of different color dyes. There are two categories of clothing you can put on Mirage’s protagonist, Basim – Outfits and Costumes. Outfits are special suits that give you extra perks and abilities to help you in the gameplay, while costumes are purely cosmetic options that change your appearance and don’t affect the perks of your current outfit....

Every region released byGenshin Impactis unique. Fontaine is no exception, and it’s special for its underwater locations, stunning architecture, and picturesque landscapes. Several locations can only be accessed after doing some lengthy quests, but these locations are worth the adventure because of how beautiful and unique they are. Related:Genshin Impact: A Guide To Underwater Exploration Even if you’re not going on a long quest, many locations in Fontaine are easily accessible just by exploring the continent....

The immersive quality alone is worth it for those who have experienced virtual reality. Feeling like you’re inside the game is a dream come true for many gamers. The Meta Quest 2, with enhanced features over the original unit, has built a sizable library of games during its tenure. But, with theMeta Quest 3, you have higher resolutions, more robust displays, and a faster processor. The best part of purchasing a Meta Quest 3 is your ability to play the entire Meta Quest 2 collection of games, albeit with better performance....

Summary Though shows likeTwisted MetalandThe Last of Usare a giant leap forward, video game-to-film adaptations haven’t had the best reputation for a while. Much of that stems from the story decisions, like whether the writers choose to go for something more original and deviate from the source game or remain as faithful as they can. Just asmany major movie franchises see constant game adaptations, video games vice versa see their fair share of film releases....

Ever since game developer Warren Robinett inserted his own name in a secret room in the1979 Atari Game Adventure, Easter eggs have become one of video game’s most longstanding and beloved staples. There has been no shortage of great and memorable Easter eggs throughout the past several decades of gaming history. Related:Best Video Game Easter Eggs Of All Time While many developers make their Easter eggs fun and lighthearted, sometimes they take a darker approach with them....

When building a modern campaign forDungeons & Dragons, it’s easy to default on the things you know and understand from your daily life. Your daily life, however, isn’t influenced by magic and the fantastical. Related:Dungeons & Dragons: Clever Punishments For Your Players Assuming that magic was widespread in history, it would fundamentally alter a lot of things that you understand in your day-to-day life. When you’re building a campaign, it’s up to you how much you want to integrate it into the world....

Summary Time travel adventures are as exciting as they are confusing, and inDungeons & Dragons, that is no exception. Whether you’re time traveling as a one-off or as the beginning of a grand adventure, you want to focus on the fun part of the journey, and not so much on the logistics of it all. RELATED:Dungeons & Dragons: Tips To Incorporate Magic Into A Modern Setting There are plenty of established rules and timelines in the fifth edition cannon, not to mention the infinite possibilities a homebrew campaign can give you....