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Pokémon GO has introduced a long-awaited remote trading feature, but it comes with significant limitations. Players must achieve the new "Forever Friends" status, requiring 180 friendship points, to use the feature. This could take months to accomplish.
Pokemon GO Finally Adds Its Most Requested Feature, But There is a Huge Catch
Pokemon GO just added one of its most requested features, but it is going to require a lot from players to use.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Pokémon GO has introduced a long-awaited remote trading feature, but it comes with significant limitations. Players must achieve the new "Forever Friends" status, requiring 180 friendship points, to use the feature. This could take months to accomplish.
Players can obtain the Maji Portal and Warbear Shapeshift effects in Path of Exile 2 ahead of the Druid class release. The Maji Portal is free and unlockable by watching 30 minutes of The Game Awards 2025. The Warbear Shapeshift effect requires purchasing a Twitch subscription during the event.
How to get Maji Portal and Warbear Shapeshift Effects in Path of Exile 2
At least now I have a reason to watch TGA!
www.destructoid.com
December 9, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Players can obtain the Maji Portal and Warbear Shapeshift effects in Path of Exile 2 ahead of the Druid class release. The Maji Portal is free and unlockable by watching 30 minutes of The Game Awards 2025. The Warbear Shapeshift effect requires purchasing a Twitch subscription during the event.
Some board games that accommodate larger groups actually shine when played by just two individuals. For instance, while Spirit Island is a cooperative game best enjoyed for its strategic depth, a duo can navigate its complexities more easily without increasing playtime.
5 Board Games That Are Secretly Better With Only Two Players
While these board games can be played with more players, they are arguably best with just two players.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:44 AM
Some board games that accommodate larger groups actually shine when played by just two individuals. For instance, while Spirit Island is a cooperative game best enjoyed for its strategic depth, a duo can navigate its complexities more easily without increasing playtime.
In Diablo 4 Season 11, a revamped leveling route is emerging as the most effective path for players to progress swiftly towards endgame content. Key changes include a new method for earning Skill Points and the introduction of Seasonal Ranks.
Diablo 4 Season 11 Has a New Virtually Unbeatable Leveling Route
For players looking to level up quickly in Diablo 4 Season 11, one activity may be the best choice for efficiently hitting that level cap.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:12 AM
In Diablo 4 Season 11, a revamped leveling route is emerging as the most effective path for players to progress swiftly towards endgame content. Key changes include a new method for earning Skill Points and the introduction of Seasonal Ranks.
The next Raider Deck for ARC Raiders is set to launch in December, aligning with the Cold Snap update after December 22. This update will feature a new map condition called Snowfall, a special event named Flickering Flames, and new quests, all available for free.
When is the Next Season in ARC Raiders? New Raider Deck Date Explained
ARC Raiders has seasons and major updates, and fresh Raider Decks will be added once every few weeks. Find out when the next one is coming.
insider-gaming.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:51 AM
The next Raider Deck for ARC Raiders is set to launch in December, aligning with the Cold Snap update after December 22. This update will feature a new map condition called Snowfall, a special event named Flickering Flames, and new quests, all available for free.
Developers of Final Fantasy 7 Remake considered altering the iconic Buster Sword to make it more realistic, reflecting on its massive size.
Final Fantasy 7's Famous Buster Sword Was Almost Nerfed To A "More Realistic Version" For The Remake
It's not the size that matters, it's how you use it.
www.thegamer.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:16 AM
Developers of Final Fantasy 7 Remake considered altering the iconic Buster Sword to make it more realistic, reflecting on its massive size.
A new update, Silent Hill f version 1.003 (patch 1.11), has been released by NeoBards, addressing minor issues and making certain gameplay elements easier. The patch ensures players can achieve specific endings without unintentionally interacting with Red Capsules.
Silent Hill f New Update 1.003 Applied for Red Capsule Changes via Patch 1.11
Silent Hill f new update 1.003 for version 1.11 is now out on December 9, and this applies changes to Red Capsules for a certain ending.
mp1st.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:49 AM
A new update, Silent Hill f version 1.003 (patch 1.11), has been released by NeoBards, addressing minor issues and making certain gameplay elements easier. The patch ensures players can achieve specific endings without unintentionally interacting with Red Capsules.
In Where Winds Meet, players embark on the Wandering Tale "Lost Quotes," tasked with locating three volumes of Master Miaoshan's Quotes for the character Huijing near the Bodhi Sea. Without quest markers, players must rely on sparse clues.
Found a Lost Quotes Book in Where Winds Meet and Don’t Know What to Do With It? Here’s What You Need to Know
Lost Quotes is a Wandering Tale in Where Winds Meet, where players have to find three volumes of Master Miaoshan’s Quotes for Huijing in the Bodhi Sea
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:20 AM
In Where Winds Meet, players embark on the Wandering Tale "Lost Quotes," tasked with locating three volumes of Master Miaoshan's Quotes for the character Huijing near the Bodhi Sea. Without quest markers, players must rely on sparse clues.
Open-world games can often seem daunting due to their vastness and complexity, but several titles lend themselves well to short gaming sessions of about 20 minutes. These games provide a mix of engaging quests and collectibles without requiring extensive time commitments.
You Don't Need More Than 20 Minutes A Day To Fully Enjoy These Massive Open-World Games
Open-world games can feel like huge undertakings that need to be completed all at once, but the following titles work great in bite-sized sessions.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Open-world games can often seem daunting due to their vastness and complexity, but several titles lend themselves well to short gaming sessions of about 20 minutes. These games provide a mix of engaging quests and collectibles without requiring extensive time commitments.
Several anime series are making a strong case for being superior to "Attack on Titan," which has achieved iconic status over the past decade.
7 Anime Series Better Than Attack On Titan
Attack on Titan is a legendary series, but some would say these anime are even better.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:36 AM
Several anime series are making a strong case for being superior to "Attack on Titan," which has achieved iconic status over the past decade.
Final Fantasy 14 players have the opportunity to claim a free Fantasia until the release of Patch 7.4 on December 16. To obtain this complimentary item, they need to visit the Wandering Moogle in Old Gridania before the game goes offline for maintenance.
Final Fantasy 14 fans only have a little longer to get a free $10 item
Final Fantasy 14 players can get a free cash shop item worth $10 at no additional cost right now, but only if they act quickly.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:50 AM
Final Fantasy 14 players have the opportunity to claim a free Fantasia until the release of Patch 7.4 on December 16. To obtain this complimentary item, they need to visit the Wandering Moogle in Old Gridania before the game goes offline for maintenance.
Ubisoft Quebec's associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois has indicated a possibility of reintroducing dual protagonists in future Assassin's Creed titles, contingent on narrative suitability.
Assassin's Creed Shadows director says controversial feature may be in future games
Assassin's Creed Shadows' game director comments on a controversial feature, revealing that it may continue to be a part of the series.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Ubisoft Quebec's associate game director Simon Lemay-Comtois has indicated a possibility of reintroducing dual protagonists in future Assassin's Creed titles, contingent on narrative suitability.
Celeste is celebrated as one of the best indie platformers, merging challenging gameplay and a heartfelt narrative. Despite its acclaim, other platformers have received higher reviews, surpassing classics like Super Mario World and Donkey Kong Bananza.
Platformers Reviewed Higher Than Celeste
Celeste is one of the best reviewed platformers of all time, but how many fared better with critics? Here are the seven options.
www.dualshockers.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Celeste is celebrated as one of the best indie platformers, merging challenging gameplay and a heartfelt narrative. Despite its acclaim, other platformers have received higher reviews, surpassing classics like Super Mario World and Donkey Kong Bananza.
Blizzard has announced significant changes for Diablo 4 in Season 11, including removing the Runeshard cost to enter The Pit, making it more accessible to players. The Pit, introduced in Season 4 as a key endgame feature, will also allow entry before level 60, starting at Tier 10.
Diablo 4 Season 11 is Making a Massive Change To The Pit
Diablo 4 makes a very important change to The Pit for Season 11.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:48 AM
Blizzard has announced significant changes for Diablo 4 in Season 11, including removing the Runeshard cost to enter The Pit, making it more accessible to players. The Pit, introduced in Season 4 as a key endgame feature, will also allow entry before level 60, starting at Tier 10.
The Terra's Call (2.0) update introduces new content in Infinity Nikki, including the coveted Providence Immemorial miracle outfit. To acquire this outfit, players must progress through the five main chapters in the new Itzaland region and unlock specific nodes in the Heart of Infinity grid.
How to Craft the Providence Immemorial Miracle Outfit in Infinity Nikki
Read ahead for how to craft the Providence Immemorial Miracle Outfit in Infinity Nikki.
www.dualshockers.com
December 9, 2025 at 2:08 AM
The Terra's Call (2.0) update introduces new content in Infinity Nikki, including the coveted Providence Immemorial miracle outfit. To acquire this outfit, players must progress through the five main chapters in the new Itzaland region and unlock specific nodes in the Heart of Infinity grid.
Ys Net has issued a warning regarding a purported Shenmue 4 trailer, claiming it has no ties to the studio. The low-quality video raised speculation among fans, but Ys Net's statement emphasized its lack of authenticity.
Shenmue studio threatens legal action over an apparently faked Shenmue 4 trailer, which it says 'has absolutely no connection to Ys Net'
The purported work-in-progress trailer popped up on YouTube last week.
www.pcgamer.com
December 9, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Ys Net has issued a warning regarding a purported Shenmue 4 trailer, claiming it has no ties to the studio. The low-quality video raised speculation among fans, but Ys Net's statement emphasized its lack of authenticity.
In Octopath Traveler 0, players can tackle the challenging side quest "The Last Cask," which involves locating a buyer for Vintage Valore Liquor. After interacting with a merchant in Valore who needs assistance selling his product, players must travel to Teathropolis.
Solve The Last Cask Quest in Octopath Traveler 0: Full Guide
Stuck on The Last Cask side quest in Octopath Traveler 0? This step-by-step guide reveals the location of the mysterious buyer.
gamerant.com
December 9, 2025 at 1:16 AM
In Octopath Traveler 0, players can tackle the challenging side quest "The Last Cask," which involves locating a buyer for Vintage Valore Liquor. After interacting with a merchant in Valore who needs assistance selling his product, players must travel to Teathropolis.
Gerard Woodhouse, a 62-year-old former Liverpool Labour councillor and charity worker, has admitted to sending approximately 100 anonymous hate letters to a former lord mayor.
'I asked if the council would pay for this to be investigated': Woman discovers anonymous letter in late mother's belongings, then realizes who wrote it | Attack of the Fanboy
One social media slip-up destroyed him.
attackofthefanboy.com
December 9, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Gerard Woodhouse, a 62-year-old former Liverpool Labour councillor and charity worker, has admitted to sending approximately 100 anonymous hate letters to a former lord mayor.
A federal judge has rejected the Trump administration's effort to dismiss a significant lawsuit concerning migrant detentions at Guantánamo Bay. This ruling injects uncertainty into the future of the policy, prompting a hearing next week to determine the next steps in the legal proceedings.
Federal judge dismisses Trump administration's plea, now what happens to detentions at Guantanamo is total chaos | Attack of the Fanboy
No wonder he hates courts.
attackofthefanboy.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:35 AM
A federal judge has rejected the Trump administration's effort to dismiss a significant lawsuit concerning migrant detentions at Guantánamo Bay. This ruling injects uncertainty into the future of the policy, prompting a hearing next week to determine the next steps in the legal proceedings.
A recent analysis highlights the top-rated roguelike games, showcasing titles that excel in gameplay, creativity, and critical acclaim.
Roguelike Games With The Highest Review Scores
A quite divisive genre with amazing gems. These are 10 Roguelike games with the highest review scores.
www.dualshockers.com
December 9, 2025 at 12:22 AM
A recent analysis highlights the top-rated roguelike games, showcasing titles that excel in gameplay, creativity, and critical acclaim.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has secured its 13th nomination for The Game Awards, adding a spot in the Players' Voice category, exclusively determined by public votes. Hollow Knight: Silksong also earned a Players' Voice nomination, marking its sixth nomination overall.
Clair Obscur extends its The Game Awards nomination streak
Expedition 33 joins Silksong on the list of final nominees for the Players' Voice award category
www.polygon.com
December 8, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has secured its 13th nomination for The Game Awards, adding a spot in the Players' Voice category, exclusively determined by public votes. Hollow Knight: Silksong also earned a Players' Voice nomination, marking its sixth nomination overall.
GameStop's recent "Trade Anything Day" turned into an eccentric spectacle as customers attempted to exchange an array of bizarre items for $5 coupons. Unconventional trades included stuffed animals, old DVDs, and even personal mementos, with rejected items like pets and a Social Security card.
Dildos And Dogs: GameStop's 'Trade Anything Day' Was Chaos
The meme stock store stunt led to all sorts of weird donations
kotaku.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:47 PM
GameStop's recent "Trade Anything Day" turned into an eccentric spectacle as customers attempted to exchange an array of bizarre items for $5 coupons. Unconventional trades included stuffed animals, old DVDs, and even personal mementos, with rejected items like pets and a Social Security card.
A Cinnabon employee in Wisconsin was terminated after a video surfaced showing her verbally harassing a Somali couple, leading to an immediate dismissal from the franchise.
Cinnabon employee terminated after viral harassment video, and what supporters are now doing for her is shocking | Attack of the Fanboy
She didn't deserve to get rewarded.
attackofthefanboy.com
December 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
A Cinnabon employee in Wisconsin was terminated after a video surfaced showing her verbally harassing a Somali couple, leading to an immediate dismissal from the franchise.
Grinding Gear Games has announced that "Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids" will launch on December 12. This update introduces a new Druid Class, shapeshifting mechanics, and a variety of new features for players.
Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids Release Date & Start Times
Knowing Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids' release date is key if you intend to shapeshift and try out the content's new features.
insider-gaming.com
December 8, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Grinding Gear Games has announced that "Path of Exile 2: The Last of the Druids" will launch on December 12. This update introduces a new Druid Class, shapeshifting mechanics, and a variety of new features for players.
Frostpunk 2 has launched update 1.000.009, introducing new content and features with the Fractured Utopias DLC for console players. This update enriches the base game for all players, offering unique gameplay styles through eight factions, each with distinct abilities and skill trees.
Frostpunk 2 Update 1.000.009 Released for New Content, Fractured Utopias DLC
Frostpunk 2 on consoles will see update 1.000.009 released that adds the Fractured Utopias DLC and base game new content on December 8.
mp1st.com
December 8, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Frostpunk 2 has launched update 1.000.009, introducing new content and features with the Fractured Utopias DLC for console players. This update enriches the base game for all players, offering unique gameplay styles through eight factions, each with distinct abilities and skill trees.