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Crimson Desert's upcoming DLC decides it's The Sims now, I guess
The upcoming Crimson Desert DLC, Charting the Unknown, will introduce extensive base-building and simulation elements reminiscent of The Sims, allowing players to construct castles and villages. The DLC, set to release on October 15, also features new traversal mechanics and romance options, significantly expanding the game's scope since its initial launch.
Square Enix reveals traversal methods in Final Fantasy VII Revelation
Square Enix has revealed new details about traversal methods in the upcoming game Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Players will be able to utilize the Highwind airship to navigate the expansive world, making it easier to reach various destinations.
Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition Switch 2 Edition Is a Nice Bonus
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition offers significant performance improvements, including a stable 60fps frame rate and 4K resolution when docked, compared to the original Switch's 30fps. New additions like the Ether Jet Bike enhance traversal, making it a worthwhile upgrade for players who haven't experienced the game recently or on older platforms.
Saros: How to Teleport and Use Jump Pads
This guide explains how to use jump pads and teleportation in the game Saros. Jump pads are used for exploring biomes, while teleportation, unlocked after defeating the Prophet boss and reaching the Ancient Depths, allows travel between biomes via Network Jumping Pads and the Passage hub.
How to unlock Grapple - Saros
The guide explains how to unlock the Grapple move in the game Saros. This move allows players to reach new areas and traverse arenas with increased speed.
How to get all permanent upgrades in Saros
This guide details the six permanent upgrades and abilities available in Saros, which are essential for progression and can be unlocked through various in-game milestones. These upgrades enhance combat and exploration, including a fast travel system, grapple hook, powerful Overdrive attack, Parry ability, Eclipse Thread traversal, and the Blazing Strike for breaking barriers and dealing extra melee damage. Some abilities can be further enhanced through the game's armor upgrades and skill tree.
How to unlock and craft the Jet Pack in Crimson Desert (Kuku Rocket Pack)
This guide details how to unlock and craft the Kuku Rocket Pack, also known as the Jet Pack, in Crimson Desert. Players must progress through the main campaign to unlock Pailune and complete specific quests like the Sanctum of Penitence, eventually obtaining the Kuku Pack blueprint. Crafting the Jet Pack requires various resources including Iron Ores, Copper Ores, Cogwheels, and Small Batteries.
Why Crimson Desert’s World Feels So Special
Crimson Desert offers a special open-world experience where the journey and exploration are more rewarding than the destination. The game's design encourages organic discovery through its traversal mechanics, challenging terrain, and emphasis on player-driven adventures. This approach makes the world feel alive and personal, setting it apart from many other open-world titles.
New Exodus trailer spotlights first look at explosive combat as Wizards of the Coast teases additional 'moment-to-moment gameplay' and focused deep dives later this year
Archetype Entertainment has released the first gameplay trailer for Exodus, showcasing its combat and traversal systems. The trailer highlights team-based combat with customizable characters and companions, as well as traversal mechanics like a grappling hook. The developer plans to release more gameplay clips and deep dives into RPG systems and companion features throughout the year, with a full gameplay reveal planned for summer and a launch in Early 2027.
Death Stranding 2 Adds Cut Content, New Mode, Videos in Big PS5 Update
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is receiving a free update on PlayStation 5 this Thursday, March 19th, 2026, which will also be included in the PC version launching the same day. The update adds a new difficulty mode, replayable boss fights, cut content like new live-action cutscenes, and further gameplay adjustments.
The Glide Guide – How to fly in Pokémon Pokopia and find Dragonite
This guide explains how to unlock the Glide ability in Pokémon Pokopia, which allows players to fly using a Dragonite transformation. The ability is learned late in the game after completing a quest for Dragonite in the Sparkling Skylands region, requiring players to craft and deliver five alarm clocks.