Pokemon Go Aquatic Paradise slammed as “worthless” but not all agree

The announcement ofPokemon Go‘s Aquatic Paradise event hasn’t been received with universal excitement but player sentiment towards Niantic as a whole is improving. Shiny Ducklett’s debut in the mobile game has been earmarked as a major component of Aquatic Paradise, but even this draw has failed to win over some players. “I can’t stand it anymore, these events last for TOO Little Time,” read a comment from one user on aRedditthread discussing the buffs outlined....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 298 words · Lori Holmes

Pokemon Go player “completes the game” but not everyone’s convinced

Hundosare rare in Pokemon Go and are highly coveted among the community, particularly if it’s a powerful Pocket Monster. After all, who wouldn’t want a creature with full stats fighting for them in Gyms or PvP? So, combine that with a Lucky Pokemon – who happens to be your best buddy – and is also acompletely maxed-outSlaking, and you can see whyone playerwas convinced they “completed the game” with the epic win....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 367 words · Rebecca Wagner

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet players still getting jumpscared by end credits

Pokemon Scarlet & Violet’s ending can be shocking for those who weren’t keeping up with the game before launch, as it involves a surprise appearance by a real-life celebrity. The Pokemon world shares many direct elements with our own, including references to countries (like India) and other video game franchises (like Mario). It’s much rarer forreal people to be referenced in Pokemon, though it does happen when you visit the developers’ offices, as they included their own cameos....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 352 words · Steven Vance

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s nickname restrictions baffle players

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet players do not understand why the game’s censorship affects certain nicknames. Every time a player catches a new ‘mon, they’re given an option to rename it. The process is simple and few should have trouble coming up with creative alternatives. However, one obstacle tends to get in the way of some ideas – censorship. If a player types in a name that the game finds inappropriate, they’ll receive a message saying, “You can’t enter that name....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 317 words · Ryan Nelson

Pokimane concerned for Dr Disrespect’s kids after he admitted to DMing minor

Twitch star Pokimane says she’s worried for Dr Disrespect’s children after the now-disgraced streamer admitted to ‘inappropriately’ messaging a minor. Many broadcasters and online entertainers have spoken out on the topic, which has sparked a slew of memes calling out the Doc — including a viral parody of Kendrick Lamar’s song ‘They Not Like Us’ by rapper Packgod. TwitchstreamerPokimanereacted to Packgod’s diss track during a broadcast after the fallout of Doc’s admission, where she revealed that she’s concerned for his children and the struggles they might face growing up in the shadow of their father’s mistakes....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 343 words · Aaron Salazar

Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman reveal plans for new movie after Deadpool & Wolverine

Fans looking forward to Deadpool & Wolverine have even more reason to get excited, as its stars have revealed they’re planning on making another movie together. Deadpool & Wolverinereunites Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, two real-life best friends who met on the set of the much-malignedX-Men Origins: Wolverine. The film is already looking to be the biggest movie of the year and is poised toshatter box office records. But Deadpool & Wolverine likely won’t be the last movie the two friends make together....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 322 words · Allison Whitehead

Sonic finally releases $1.99 menu that’s full of value

Sonic is releasing a brand new menu that allows you to get some new items, as well as returning classics, for cheap. Sonic is now joining the lineup, but instead of simply releasing a value meal, it’s releasing an entire value menu. The new menu features customer favorites, as well as a brand new one, and also involves the chain’s 12 shake flavors. The $1.99 items joining the lineup are:...

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 283 words · Kyle Waters

The First Descendant debut tops Fall Guys and more as Steam player count soars

The First Descendant has arrived in spectacular fashion by rocketing up the Steam charts in its early hours, topping industry juggernauts like Fall Guys already when it comes to peak player count. The First Descendantis a brand-new free-to-play third-person looter shooter from Korean developer NEXON. Despitea rocky start with its PS5 performance, the game is doing numbers on PC. Players have come out in droves to try their hand with The First Descendant’s suite ofcharactersandweapons....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 349 words · Kevin Wilson

The First Descendant devs offer players free EXP Boosts for buggy launch issues

The First Descendant players are up for free EXP rewards after buggy launch day issues on major platforms. Here are all the rewards you can get and how to claim them. Nexon’s latest outingThe First Descendanthad a rocky launch as several players citedissues with FPSdrops on platforms like PlayStation 5 and were also unable to claim their Twitch Drops. The devs were quick to respond to these issues and fix them as per their X post while expressing their concerns....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 378 words · Dawn Hubbard

The First Descendant players discover one skin that will make devs “millions”

The First Descendant community have already crowned the best skin in the game, with Ultimate Bunny becoming the most sought-after cosmetic since launch. The third-person shooter, powered by Unreal Engine 5, launched globally on July 2 with ahigher Steam player countthan Fall Guys and Manor Lords.SteamDBreported the peak player count hit 229,257 on Day 1, prompting many others to jump on the hype train. One of the biggest talking points so far has been the strengths of one character, called Bunny, with it sitting at the top of many tier lists....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 348 words · Ashley Vance

The First Descendant Season 1 update: Everything we know

The First Descendant Season 1 release date Nexon has revealed details on The First Descendant Season 1 update, giving players a sneak peek at the new content coming to the looter shooter. The First DescendantSeason 1 Episode: Invasion update aims to expand upon itsweaponsarsenal andcharacters. There’s even the addition of a new Ultimate Descendant, character skin, and new Season Progression. With so much to delve into, we’ve covered everything you need to know about The First Descendant Season 1 below – including when it’s expected to launch and all the confirmed content so far....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 347 words · Jennifer Rodriguez

This Destiny 2 Nightfall weapon is already outclassed by a superior Dungeon drop

Destiny 2 players have struggled to justify grinding God rolls for one of the game’sNightfall and Grandmasterweapons, not least because a better Precision Frame Arc auto rifle already exists. Guardians questioned the viability of Shadow Price and its Adept variant onReddit, with particular criticism aimed at its lackluster pool of available perks. “Just wanted to come here and say please, Bungie, add some better perks to Shadow Price. That is all,” read the OP’s comment, prompting others to confirm they’d already thrown in the towel before starting the grind....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 324 words · Jason Garcia

TikTok prankster gets flamed by parents after replacing water with vodka

TikToker Corbin Millet pulled the ultimate prank on his parents by replacing their Keurig’s water with vodka, prompting an explosive reaction from them that left the internet in stitches. TikTok pranksterCorbin Millethas gone viral plenty of times over the years for sharing his parents’ reactions to his many pranks. If he’s not covering theirentire kitchen with peanut butter, he’sinstalling a soda machineor even a waterslide inside their house – and without fail, his parents freak out every time....

July 3, 2024 · 2 min · 370 words · Latoya Anderson