Anthony Jones
Freelance Gaming WriterLocation: Knoxville, Tennessee, United StatesEducation: University of TennesseeAnthony is a games journalist and late '90s kid in love with retro games and the evolution of modern gaming. After graduating college in 2020, he has spent his time as a news reporter, guides writer, and reviewer of video games across different outlets. More than anything, he loves talking your ear off about RPGs that changed his childhood (that deserve remakes) and analyzing the design behind games that have evolved the landscape.
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Steps to Complete "A Prince in Disguise" Quest in 'Disney Dreamlight Valley'
"A Prince in Disguise" is the last quest in a string of objectives with Belle and the Beast in 'Disney Dreamlight Valley,' and it can be tricky to complete.
The Next 'Animal Crossing' Game Could Be a Remake of an Older Title
Nintendo has yet to drop an inkling of info about a new 'Animal Crossing' game, but that hasn't stopped fans (and us) from speculating what could come next.
Mizkif Has Been Streaming a Lot Less on Twitch in 2023 — What's His Net Worth Now?
Mizkif's net worth has grown to an impressive figure over the years due to streaming. Despite the streamer doing less this year, his earnings are still high.
Earth's Untimely Demise in 'Starfield' Forced Humans Into Space — Here's What Happened
You can visit Earth in 'Starfield,' but you won't find any speck of life. The once blue and green sphere is nothing but a dusty planet in-game. What happened?
Players Are (Again) Cashing In on Bethesda's Infamous Shopping Glitch in 'Starfield'
What started in 'Skyrim' has now been found in 'Starfield': the shopping glitch. Under the right circumstances, you can steal a shop's entire inventory.
The Flank Creators ZooMaa and Ben Butt Heads Over Show's Dwindling Popularity and Future
One of The Flank's creators, Ben, admitted some frustrations with his co-host ZooMaa about the show's downfall, leading the hosts to clash publicly.
Going Insane Because Your Phone Is Always Buzzing? 'Pokémon GO' May Be the Culprit
You're not going crazy. Many Trainers have reported that their phone is constantly buzzing because of 'Pokémon GO,' even when the app isn't active. Here's why.
You'd Be Surprised About the Reasons Why Your Xbox Randomly Turns On — How to Fix It
Hardware issues with gaming consoles are as old as the industry. The reason why your Xbox is turning on by itself can be a bit surprising.
Jynxzi Has Dethroned Many of Twitch's Top Streamers (Again)
Jynxzi, a Twitch streamer that often plays 'Rainbow Six Siege,' has once again dethroned Kai Cenat and others after breaking 130,000 subscribers.
The Story in 'Alan Wake' Is Still Confusing All These Years Later — Here's What Happened
'Alan Wake' has a mind-boggling narrative. Whether you forgot what happened or need a refresher ahead of 'Alan Wake 2,' here's the story explained.
'Starfield' Hid a Hilarious 'Lord of the Rings' Easter Egg Through a Potato
Rather cleverly, players discovered the 'Starfield' devs hid a funny 'Lord of the Rings' Easter egg through an unlikely brown item: a potato.
'Starfield' Speedrunner Has Already Beat the Game in Under Three Hours
Not even a week into its early access period, 'Starfield' has been beaten in less than three hours by a speedrunner.
'Pokémon GO' Player Shares a Smart Way to Earn a Lot of PokéCoins Without Spending Money
With PokéCoins, Trainers can buy items from the shop in 'Pokémon GO,' but they can be pricey. Luckily, there's a method to get free PokéCoins easily.
These Are the Best Charizard Movesets for PvE and PvP in 'Pokémon GO'
With its best movesets for PvE and PvP encounters, Charizard still remains a powerful Fire and Flying-type creature to have on your team in 'Pokémon GO.'
More Than 150 Familiar Pokémon Join Paldea in the 'Scarlet' and 'Violet' DLC — Full List
'Pokémon Scarlet' and 'Violet' has announced a two-part DLC sending players to new regions. Here's a breakdown of both new and returning Pokémon coming.
The Best Traits to Use in 'Starfield' Will Be Different From Player to Player
Before starting 'Starfield,' you’ll have to select traits for your character. For the most part, the best traits depend on how you want to mold your character.
The 'Pokémon GO' Shiny Glitch Is a Clever Way to Find New Rare Pokémon
If you ever encounter a Shiny Pokémon you don't want during Spotlight Hour, there's a glitch you could use to encounter a different Shiny in 'Pokémon GO.'
It's That Time of the Month — Everything Happening in 'Pokémon GO' in September 2023
The September 2023 schedule for 'Pokémon GO' is now available, debuting special research questlines, shiny Pokémon, raids, and much more soon.
Dr Disrespect Has Been Trying "For Years" to be a Fighter in 'Mortal Kombat'
Streamer Dr Disrespect recently discussed his plans to become a playable character in 'Mortal Kombat 1.' But is he really being added to the game?
Every Early Game Mission You Can Exploit to Farm Money Quick in 'Armored Core VI'
By exploiting specific missions with different fast-killing mech builds, you can farm money to buy pricey parts early into 'Armored Core VI.'
Twitch Streamer Has Panic Attack Amid Three-Day Dark Closet Challenge and Quits
Twitch streamer IZIDORE was at the 25-hour mark of his three days in a dark closet challenge run before having a panic attack, admitting he couldn't continue.
The Best Companions in 'Baldur's Gate 3' Are Essential to Overcome the Dangers Ahead
Out of the ten characters, the best companions provide crucial abilities and inherent skills to your party, opening up new battle and exploration methods.
Riot Sent Paper Rex a Warning for Teabagging Other Team During 'Valorant' Champions Match
'Valorant' esports team Paper Rex were teabagging their opponents, Evil Geniuses, at the ongoing Champions tourney, soon after receiving a warning from Riot.
The Best Mods for 'Baldur's Gate 3' Can Make Your Playthrough More Fun
While mods can diminish some of the challenge in 'Baldur's Gate 3,' there are many fun and useful ones to download and transform your experience.
Arena Mode May Be Coming Back Very Soon in 'League of Legends'
The Arena game mode in 'League of Legends' is a limited-time playlist being removed on August 28. Fans are sad to see it go, but a dev hinted it may return.
BlackPink Now Has an Exclusive Event in 'Roblox'
'Roblox' has had many collabs with artists, and next up is BLACKPINK, a popular K-pop girl group debuting their first event called THE PALACE to the metaverse.
The Infamous 'GTA' Fan Who Stormed the Gamescom Stage Has Done This Before on Live TV
During opening night for the annual Gamescom presentation, a GTA fan stormed onto the stage with host Geoff Keighley, demanding an update on GTA 6.
Netflix's Hit Reality Show 'Love Is Blind' Is Actually Getting a Video Game
Netflix has been dipping its toes more and more into the games industry lately. And its next project will be a video game spin-off based on 'Love Is Blind.'
Billy the Stick Man Is Back in Action — How to Get Him Again in 'Roblox'
Billy isn't gone for good. This funny-looking stickman was a free UGC item in 'Roblox' before getting removed, but now he's back through the Avatar Shop.
Bill Belichick Still Doesn't Appear as a Coach in 'Madden' Games — Here's Why
For years, Bill Belichick — one of the most recognizable NFL coaches — hasn't appeared virtually in the popular 'Madden' games. Here's the reason why.
Xerneas Will Often Change Colors in Your Storage in 'Pokémon GO' — Here's Why
Xerneas is a multi-colored Legendary you can catch in 'Pokémon GO.' But why does it suddenly change colors once inside your storage? Here's what to know.
Your Guide on the Best Counters to Defeat Yveltal in 'Pokémon GO'
Yveltal is a fearsome Dark and Flying-type returning to 5-star raids in 'Pokémon GO.' Here's a guide of how to beat it and the best counters to use.
Getting Ready to Battle Mega Rayquaza in 'Pokémon GO'? Here Are the Best Counters
The Mega Rayquaza raid will debut in New York City this weekend during the Pokémon GO Fest. Here's a guide to beat the serpent and the best counters.
Players Are Exploiting Mob-Heavy 'Diablo IV' Nightmare Dungeon to Hit Level 40 Fast
Thanks to a recent mob density patch, players have been constantly farming a 'Diablo IV' dungeon nicknamed "Dopamine Tunnels" to gain 40 levels in two hours.
'Blasphemous II' Review: An Explosive New High With Juicy Customization
'Blasphemous II' is a tremendous set up from its prequel, offering more tools for combat and exciting Metroidvania challenges to discover. Here's our review.
Can You Play 'Blasphemous II' From Start to Finish on Steam Deck?
We tried out 'Blasphemous II' on Steam Deck before its release. But can you play the Metroidvania without any issues on the handheld? Details ahead.
'Blasphemous II' Is a Direct Sequel That You Could Play Before the First Game
The upcoming 'Blasphemous II' will continue the story started from 2019's 'Blasphemous.' But do you have to play the first game to enjoy the sequel?
Every August 2023 Prime Gaming Reward for 'Pokémon GO' and How to Claim Them
'Pokémon GO' players across the globe can usually get a couple prizes each month through Prime Gaming. Here are the rewards for August 2023.
The Best Team to Use for the Fantasy Cup Ultra League in 'Pokémon GO'
Restricted to only Dragon, Fairy, and Steel-type Pokémon, the Fantasy Cup in 'Pokémon GO' is revving up soon. Here's the best team to dominate the league.
Unlocking Character Upgrades in 'Shadow Gambit' Will Change Your Approach to Maps
As you progress through 'Shadow Gambit,' upgrading the characters will dynamically change how their skills function, changing your approach to maps.
‘Shadow Gambit’ Review: Excellent Stealth Strategy Dragged Down By Repetitive Systems
'Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew' has outstanding missions based around supernatural stealth strategy, but it has issues outside gameplay. Here's our review.
Virgilio is the Secret Ninth Character You Can Unlock in 'Shadow Gambit'
Developer Mimimi Games kept Virgilio, its ninth character for 'Shadow Gambit,' a well-kept secret. Here's a rundown on how to unlock the skeletal jester.
The Best Characters to Use and Conquer Any Map in 'Shadow Gambit'
In 'Shadow Gambit,' players can create a team from nine characters to complete maps. Yet, the best characters will outshine the rest thanks to their abilities.
You Can Make Sweet Love to Multiple Companions in 'Baldur's Gate 3'
'Baldur's Gate 3' is a CRPG that isn't shy about letting you romance your companions. In fact, you can have a saucy interaction with more than one at time.
Matt Mercer Hilariously Cheesed Through a 'Baldur's Gate 3' Challenge by Stacking Crates
During a launch day stream for 'Baldur's Gate 3,' Matt Mercer found an interesting way to enter a castle by stacking crates and teleporting inside.
You Can Upgrade Buildings Fast in 'Gord' By Following These Steps
To deal with the challenges 'Gord' throws at you, you'll want to upgrade your buildings fast by making outposts around resources and smartly assigning subjects.
'Gord' Review: An Addicting and Choices-Driven RTS With a Lot to Love
'Gord' is a single-player Slavic-inspired fantasy game that successfully splits its focus between city-building and exploration mechanics. Here's our review.
'Gord' Can Be Difficult for RTS Newcomers — Five Tips to Get You Started
'Gord' is an RTS with a lot of nuance in its exploration and city-building mechanics. It can be daunting to digest, so here are beginner tips to keep in mind.
The Best Perks You Should Unlock First in 'Atlas Fallen'
Players can unlock passive Perks to permanently upgrade their character in 'Atlas Fallen.' Here are the best Perks we believe all players should use.
The Best Essence Stones to Use With Any Momentum Build in 'Atlas Fallen'
Essence Stones are artifacts you can equip in 'Atlas Fallen' to dynamically change your play style and attack skills. Here are the best ones we found.