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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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.
Some Old Pokémon Games Have Been Added to Nintendo Switch Online
Pokémon fans have been dying to know if some of the old-school Pokémon games will come to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers — and some of the games have.
These 'Baldur's Gate 3' Cheats Will Better Your Play Experience
Cheats in 'Baldur's Gate 3' can modify your playing experience and even adjust stats and spells. Here's a list of every useful cheat that we have found.
You Can Choose From 12 Starting Classes and a Whopping 46 Subclasses in 'Baldur's Gate 3'
In 'Baldur's Gate 3,' players can choose one or several classes and subclasses for their character, each providing different mechanics and abilities in combat.
Use This Infinite Log Glitch to Save Time Gathering in 'Sons of the Forest'
Due to a duplication glitch, players can stack up infinite amounts of logs in 'Sons of the Forest,' curbing the core challenge of having limited resources.
'Final Fantasy XIV' x 'XVI' Crossover May Be Coming Sooner Than Expected
'Final Fantasy XIV' is no stranger to crossovers with many of Square Enix's popular titles, and looks like next up will be the highly-acclaimed 'XVI.'
'Forgotlings' Is a Semi-Open World Metroidvania In the Charming Style of 'Forgotten Anne'
We tried about 35 minutes of 'Forgotlings,' a cinematic action-adventure Metroidvania from the creators of 'Forgotten Anne.' Here are our first impressions.
You Can Be Creative and Make Your Own Custom Shirt or T-Shirt in 'Roblox'
If you're feeling a bit creative and want to be more stylish, making a custom shirt in 'Roblox' will dress up your avatar however you like.
Players Are Still Searching for the True Ending in 'FNAF: Security Breach — Ruin'
Since its release, players have found three possible endings for 'FNAF: Security Breach — Ruin.' However, some believe a true ending has yet to be discovered.
You Can Catch the Mythical Meloetta for Completing "Finding Your Voice" in Pokémon GO
Meloetta is a Mythical Pokémon with a musical flair that Trainers can catch by completing the "Finding Your Voice" quest in 'Pokémon GO.'
Gregory Supposedly Kills Cassie in 'FNAF: Security Breach' — But Why?
In one of the endings for 'FNAF: Security Breach — Ruin,' players watch as Gregory betrays and supposedly kills Cassie during her escape. But why did he do it?
Bloxy Burgers in Bloxburg Caught on Fire and Is Seemingly Gone For Good — What Happened?
Unexpectedly, the well-known Bloxy Burgers in Bloxburg caught on fire and burned down. Players have theories about why this happened — here's what we learned.
You Can Follow a Local Trainer's Route or Make Your Own in 'Pokémon GO' — Here's How
Rolling out last week was an update that added Routes to 'Pokémon GO,' a system where you can make your own path or follow others for rewards.
The Imperial Gardens Puzzle in 'Remnant II' Can Be Tricky to Solve
Depending on how thoroughly you explored, the Imperial Gardens puzzle may give you some trouble in 'Remnant II.' Here's a rundown on how to solve it.
You Can Unlock Several Hidden Archetypes By Following These Steps in 'Remnant II'
Gunfire Games has been pretty tip-lipped about the secrets in 'Remnant II,' and as it turns out, there are several hidden archetypes players can unlock.
Co-Op Won't Be Available Right Away in 'Remnant II' — How to Unlock and Invite Friends
You can go solo in 'Remnant II,' but it's a better game as a co-op experience. You'll have to progress through the opening hours to unlock it.
Weapon Mods Help Deal More Damage and Provide Support in 'Remnant II' — How to Get Them
Like in the first game, 'Remnant II' allows players to slot mods into weapons to change the effects of bullets or summon creatures. Here's how to get them.
The Best Archetype in 'Remnant II' Outshines the Rest in Damage Output
Among the five archetypes players can choose to play throughout the game, the best of the bunch will send enemies packing in 'Remnant II.'
'Remnant II' Can Run on Steam Deck — But You May Encounter Performance Issues
The developers haven't confirmed if 'Remnant II' can run on Steam Deck, but we've tried the game ahead of release on the portable PC.
Beginners May Have a Hard Time Playing 'Remnant II' — Here Are Some Early Tips
As expected of a Soulslike, 'Remnant II' doesn't pull any punches even at its lowest difficulty. If you're a beginner to the series, we have some tips for you.
Preordering 'Remnant II' Unlocks the Gunslinger Archetype Early — But Is It Worth It?
Players willing to preorder 'Remnant II' will get early access and unlock the Gunslinger archetype, a new class designed around dishing out explosive damage.
'Frank and Drake' Review: Slices of Beauty in Motion Cut Too Soon
'Frank and Drake' is a branching narrative adventure with beautiful rotoscope animation and characters carrying a lot of emotional baggage. Here's our review.
A 'Roblox' Open Beta Is Finally Coming to Quest VR Headsets Soon
From a Meta blog post, fans learned that an open beta version of 'Roblox' would be coming to the Quest VR headsets sometime in the near future.
Great League Remix Bans Many Top Pokémon in 'Pokémon GO' — Here are the Best Ones to Use
Niantic has banned several top-tier creatures from the Great League Remix in 'Pokémon GO.' Thankfully, the best Pokémon for the league are fantastic subs.
The Story in 'Diablo IV' Ties Closely To Past Games and Comes to a Head
'Diablo IV' packs quite a compelling story built off the backs of previous games in the series, threading old relationships and paving the way ahead.
Leveling Barbarian in 'Diablo IV' Is Tough — But This Build Will Help You Reach Late Game
Due to enemy mobs and bosses, the melee-ranged Barbarian can be hard to level in 'Diablo IV.' We have a build in mind to help you with leveling.
You Can Catch Shaymin By Completing "Grass and Gratitude" in 'Pokémon GO'
Trainers can encounter Shaymin from the "Grass and Gratitude" research questline in 'Pokémon GO,' but it'll take some work to earn the Mythical creature.
You Can Find 13 Hidden Collectibles in 'OXENFREE II' That Add Substance to the Narrative
Harkening to the first game, Maggie Adler's letters are collectibles players can again find in 'OXENFREE II.' Here are their locations on Camena.
Maggie Adler's Supernatural Background Will Be Explored More in 'OXENFREE II'
Introduced in the prequel to 'OXENFREE II,' Maggie Adler is deeply entangled in the mysteries of the franchise before the games. But who is she?
There Are More Than a Few Reasons Why Your Auto Catcher Isn't Working in 'Pokémon GO'
A 'Pokémon GO' auto catcher suddenly not working will throw a kink into your catching plans. Here are several reasons why it could not be working.
You'll Have to Be Really Lucky to Get a Galarian Articuno in 'Pokémon GO'
Usually, you'd find Shiny and unique versions of Pokémon through raids in 'Pokémon GO,' but getting a Galarian Articuno won't be as easy.
'Baldur's Gate 3' Devs Showed a Saucy Animal Love Scene That Has the Internet Talking
In front of a live audience, the 'Baldur's Gate 3' developers revealed how romance can play out between characters — one being a shocking animal love scene.
You Can Play the Original 'Minecraft' On Your Web Browser for Free
Without having to whip out your wallet, you can play the original 'Minecraft' version for free on a web browser. Here's how to get it.
The Best Team for Retro Cup in 'Pokémon GO' Are Mostly Last Year's Favorites
The returning Retro Cup in 'Pokémon GO' once again allows Trainers to compete with the best Pokémon team they can lineup to snag a boatload of Stardust.
Clive's Best Weapons in 'Final Fantasy XVI' Are Eikonic Blades Packing a Lot of Punch
Throughout 'Final Fantasy XVI,' players will gradually get better weapons for Clive to wield, but the creme of the crop will blow the rest out of the water.
It Won't Be Easy to Get the Platinum Kanto Medal in 'Pokémon GO' — Here's What to Know
The Platinum Kanto Medal in 'Pokémon GO' is one of several awards that Trainers can earn for collecting specific Pokémon and is nowhere near a small task.
Is Braviary Worth Putting on Your Lineup for PvP and PvE Battles in 'Pokémon GO'?
Despite how epic a Pokémon looks, their stats and type will determine just how good they stack up in Pokémon GO. This begs the Q: Is Braviary any good?
You'll Need a Coconut to Finish This New Event Quest in 'Fortnite' — Here's Where to Look
For the Summer Escape 2023 event, players can dive into matches and scoop up coconuts in 'Fortnite' to complete a quest. Here's where to find them.
'Minecraft' Villagers With Jobs Offer a Variety of Services That Can Assist Your Adventure
Villagers with a job in 'Minecraft' can specialize in professions like Armorer and Cartographer, each providing a unique benefit. Here's a rundown on every job.
Purified Gems in 'Pokémon GO' Lets You Weaken Shadow Raid Bosses — How to Use Them
If you're trying to weaken an enraged Shadow Pokémon raid boss, you'll need Purified Gems in 'Pokémon GO.' Here's how to make and use them.
'Final Fantasy XVI' Has "No Plans to Release DLC" — But That Could Change in the Future
'Final Fantasy XVI' was said to be "a one-off game" by its producer, and that there were no DLC plans despite a few lingering questions about its world.
The Best Team Can Dominate the Master Premier League in 'Pokémon GO'
The Master Premier League in 'Pokémon GO' will be rough without the best line-up of Pokémon, offering a solid range of offense and defense.
Every Pokémon Starring in the July 2023 Raid Schedule in 'Pokémon GO'
From Five-star to Mega raids, 'Pokémon GO' Trainers in July will able to battle several Legendary and fan-favorite Pokémon during various time periods.
The 'Pokémon GO' July 2023 Spotlight Hours Will Feature Several Pokémon That Can Be Shiny
Another month, another schedule of spotlight hours in 'Pokémon GO.' July features several Pokémon that can be Shiny and more event bonuses for Trainers.
'Tears of the Kingdom' Begins With a Quest on Finding Princess Zelda — How to Complete It
Opening Link's new journey across an aged and multi-leveled Hyrule, 'Tears of the Kingdom' will require players to complete a main quest about finding Zelda.
New 'Fortnite' Season 3 Quest Requires You to Reveal Opponents or Characters — Here's How
Revealing enemy players or characters in 'Fortnite' can be dicey amid heated firefights. Thankfully, there are ways to do this for the new quests.
'Pokémon GO' Starry Skies Questline Has Two Unique Paths — Should You Go Day or Night?
As part of the ongoing Solstice Horizons event in 'Pokémon GO,' players can complete a Starry Skies quest with a day and night path for different challenges.
Twitch Drops Lets You Earn Rewards for Watching Streams — How to Check and Claim Them
Around game launches and in-game events, Twitch Drops campaigns reward players cosmetics for watching streams. Here's how to check and claim them.
Girlfriend Cries Over Partner Playing Video Games During Couple's Vacation
During a romantic getaway in Portugal, the girlfriend woke up crying over her partner playing a video game rather than spending time with her.
'Testament: The Order of High Human' First Impressions: 'Skyrim'-Like Meets Old-School RPG
Here are our first impressions of 'Testament: The Order of High Human,' an ambitious 'Skyrim'-like action-adventure meets metroidvania with old-school bones.