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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'Waven' Has Impressive Deckbuilding Depth and Colorful Tactics Battles — First Impressions
Ahead of its Steam Next Fest demo, we got hands-on time with 'Waven,' a poppy MMORPG deckbuilder with surprising depth and fun mechanics during battles.
'Alan Wake 2' Spoilers to Fill in Players Lost About Its Backstory and Characters
'Alan Wake 2' is coming 13 years after its prequel. Here are a few light spoilers on what occurred before and what you should expect in the long-awaited sequel.
'Call of Duty' and Nickmercs Face Heavy-Handed Backlash Following Pride Tweet Controversy
After a controversial Pride tweet, Nickmercs faced backlash and 'Call of Duty' removed his operator skin bundle, leading numerous players to uninstall the game.
'Gord' First Impressions: A Brutal Dark Fantasy City-Builder Steeped in Slavic Folklore
We got to play an hour of 'Gord,' a Slavic-inspired dark fantasy game juggling exploration and city-building mechanics. Check out our first impressions.
'Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew' Takes Stealth Strategy to a New Level — First Impressions
We played a sizeable chunk of 'Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew,' a stealth strategy game with a colorful accursed pirate crew. Here are our first impressions.
'Jumplight Odyssey' Is a Promising Yet Awkward Roguelite Colony Sim — First Impressions
Before Steam Next Fest, we played a demo of 'Jumplight Odyssey,' a roguelite colony sim about escaping a galactic threat. Here are our first impressions.
Players Can Buy and Customize Their Own House in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Inside Tarrey Town, players can work toward getting a house in 'Tears of the Kingdom' to customize it to their liking, but it'll cost quite a bit of rupees.
FaZe Sway's 'Fortnite' Controller Settings Lets You Simulate His Play Style
For esports pros like FaZe Sway, updating his controller settings in 'Fortnite' contributes a lot to his success, and why others follow in his footsteps.
'Guild Wars 2' Kicks Off New Twitch Drops Campaign for the 'End of Dragons' Expansion
Launching after the second chapter of the 'End of Dragons' expansion, 'Guild Wars 2' has kicked off a new Twitch Drops campaign to celebrate.
'Valheim' Servers Can Hold Up to 10 Players — Is It Worth Playing Alone?
'Valheim' allows players to create servers and bring several players into their realms, but there's nothing stopping you from playing alone.
Blizzard Celebrates 'Diablo IV' Release With Weekly Twitch Drops Offering Cosmetics
Activision Blizzard has launched Twitch Drops for 'Diablo IV,' allowing players to acquire several exclusive cosmetics for supporting streamers.
'Valorant' Content Creators Blast Stream Snipers Getting Paid Crypto to Throw Ranked Games
Due to a trend called crypto-betting, 'Valorant' content creators with "bounties" may find themselves teamed up with stream snipers ready to throw the game.
The Grace Van Dien and Rain Drama Has Only Gotten More Heated
Starting May 18, 'Stranger Things' actress Grace Van Dien and FaZe Clan member Rain have gone back-and-forth over various controversial comments.
Can You Run 'Diablo IV' on the Steam Deck? Yes, But It'll Take Some Workaround
Quickly into its early access period, 'Diablo IV' players have managed to run the dark ARPG on Valve's Steam Deck by following a list of specific steps.
The Best Talents to Carve Out Your Spell-Slinging Build in 'Hogwarts Legacy'
The best talents in 'Hogwarts Legacy' will revolutionize the way you play throughout the wizarding world, changing the characteristics of spells and more.
Competitive PvP Game 'Demeo Battles' Drops First Gameplay Footage at Meta Gaming Showcase
'Demeo Battles' has finally revealed its gameplay in a new trailer, departing from the franchise's tabletop adventure to become a competitive PvP title.
'Killer Frequency' Review: Run the Switchboards and Save Lives Deep Into the Bloody Night
Here's our review of 'Killer Frequency,' a charismatic horror-comedy weaving gut-punching thrills and thoughtful puzzle-solving set in a 1980s radio studio.
Having a Bigger Pot in 'Hogwarts Legacy' Lets You Grow More Unique Plants
In order to start harvesting more larger and vital plants in 'Hogwarts Legacy,' you're going to need a big pot. Here's where to get your hands on one.
Hunting for the Elusive Daedalian Keys in 'Hogwarts Legacy'? Here's Where to Find Them
Daedalian Keys are part of a side quest in 'Hogwarts Legacy' that leads toward getting a unique reward. Only thing is, these keys can be tricky to locate.
Innovative Fans Have Made 'Star Wars' TIE Fighters and Pod Racers in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Some 'Tears of the Kingdom' players have created replicas of iconic 'Star Wars' ships with the help of the Ultrahand ability and Zonai tech.
Lightroots Help Illuminate the Depths — All Locations in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Lightroots are essential for exploring the Depths in 'Tears of the Kingdom,' illuminating various locations across the sprawling underground area.
Players Are Upset Over Vaulted Kinetic Blade — Why Did 'Fornite' Remove It?
For the rest of the ongoing Season 2, 'Fortnite' players won't be able to pick up and use the Kinetic Blade to give themselves an edge during matches.
Zonaite Are Precious Stones in 'Tears of the Kingdom' — Here's Where to Farm Them
Learning how to farm Zonaite in 'Tears of the Kingdom' will help players get more batteries in the long run. Here are the best locations to look for them.
Players Can Scan 'Animal Crossing' Amiibos to Get Random Rewards in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Besides the exclusive cosmetics earned for scanning 'The Legend of Zelda' amiibos, players can also get random rewards with 'Animal Crossing' amiibos and cards.
There Are 1,000 Korok Seeds in 'TotK' — What Happens When You Find All of Them?
Players can collect Korok Seeds by finding the magical Koroks hiding around Hyrule. But what's the reward for finding every single one? Here's what to know.
Moth Mirrors Are One of Many Puzzle Types in 'Hogwarts Legacy' — All Locations Explained
Like other puzzles in 'Hogwarts Legacy,' players will need to follow certain steps to complete the Moth Mirrors. But first, locating them can be tricky.
Stables Are Home to Horses and New Quests — How Many Are There in 'Tears of the Kingdom'?
Throughout their journey, players will encounter many stables in 'Tears of the Kingdom,' where they can tame horses, buy items, find quests, and more.
Majora's Mask Is One of the Most Challenging Items to Get in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
The iconic Majora's Mask returns as a powerful helmet for Link to wear in 'Tears of the Kingdom,' but it will be pretty tough to get your hands on.
Expand the Hyrule Map With Skyview Towers — All Locations in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Activating the many Skyview Towers in 'Tears of the Kingdom' will unlock parts of the Hyrule map. Here's every Skyview Tower location in the game.
You'll Need to Find Hestu to Increase Your Inventory Slots in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Your inventory will get pretty stuffed while venturing through 'Tears of the Kingdom.' Find Hestu and exchange some Korok seeds to upgrade it.
Phantom Ganon Returns as a Mini-Boss in 'TotK' — How to Beat Him
Fighting Phantom Ganon won't be a walk in the park. You'll need strong equipment, gloom resistance, and more to beat him successfully in 'TotK.'
'Miasma Chronicles' Review: Remarkable Turn-Based RPG Hindered by Glitches and Crashes
'Miasma Chronicles' is a tactical turn-based RPG rich with narrative, outlandish environments, and intriguing combat. However, it stumbles a bit technically.
Snap All the Sights in Hyrule With the Camera in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Players can use the camera in 'Tears of the Kingdom' to build their compendium, but it won't be available right away. Here's how to get it.
Players Are Unhappy as Epic Games Suddenly Removes Trios Mode From 'Fortnite'
Out of nowhere, Epic Games has decided to remove the Trios mode from 'Fortnite' Battle Royale and Zero Build, sparking backlash from its community.
Rocket Further on Zonai Devices With More Energy Cells in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Players should aim to get more batteries in 'Tears of the Kingdom' to utilize the many Zonai devices to travel Hyrule's skies and underground easier.
Iconic 'Minecraft' Server Mineplex Shuts Down Days Before 10-Year Anniversary
News of the closure came from the team working on the Mineplex server, but why is it shutting down despite its fame? Here's what we know.
Bargainer Statue Locations Guide — Where to Find Them in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
If you're hoping to acquire Depths gear for Link, locating the Bargainer Statues in 'Tears of the Kingdom' will be your first order of business.
All Elixir Recipes and How to Make Them in 'Tears of the Kingdom'
Players will have multiple chances to make elixirs in 'Tears of the Kingdom,' acquiring potions capable of increasing Link's stamina, health, and more.
Farming Rupees Goes a Long Way to Stay Well-Equipped in 'TotK'
Whether selling high-priced items or repeating certain objectives, there are many ways to effectively farm rupees in 'Tears of the Kingdom.'
Players Have Devised Some Pretty Funny and Unhinged Shrine Solutions in 'TotK'
In 'Tears of the Kingdom,' creativity is king. So much so that players can outright skip and outwit Shrine puzzles with Link's newfound abilities.
Rauru's Voice Actor in 'Tears of the Kingdom' Is a Well-Known Veteran
Rauru is a new character in 'Tears of the Kingdom' who players will encounter early on. As it turns out, Rauru's voice actor is someone many fans know.
The 'Tears of the Kingdom' Amiibo Rewards Will Unlock Exclusive Cosmetics
Players with the proper amiibos can scan them and unlock several exclusive rewards in 'Tears of the Kingdom,' offering ways to switch up Link's equipment.
'Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom' Zone Lead States Zones Will Push Into New Directions (EXCLUSIVE)
In our chat with 'The Elder Scrolls Online' zone lead, we learned the upcoming 'Necrom' expansion's iconic zones will push into new directions.
Get Ready for the Chilling Voice of Ganondorf in Tears of the Kingdom — Matthew Mercer Delivers an Epic Performance
In 'Tears of the Kingdom,' Ganondorf is voiced by none other than Matthew Mercer, a well-known voice actor in the video game industry.
Finding and Completing the Forest Array is Difficult — 'Jedi: Survivor' Guide
Reaching (and leaving) the Forest Array in 'Jedi: Survivor' can be quite a head-scratching challenge due to all the puzzles and enemies encountered on the way.
Is 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' Playable on Steam Deck?
'Tears of the Kingdom' may be a Nintendo Switch exclusive, but that's not stopping some from emulating the title on Valve's versatile Steam Deck.
The 'Tears of the Kingdom' Release Is Days Away — Can You Play It Early?
As one of the most anticipated games to release this year, eager 'Tears of the Kingdom' fans will be curious to know if they can play it early.
'Tears of the Kingdom' Review Embargo Lifts Soon — When Will Reviews Come Out?
We're three days away from the 'Tears of the Kingdom' launch, meaning the review embargo should lift soon. But when exactly will reviews come out?
'Darkest Dungeon II' Review: One Hell of a Road Trip for the Books
Here's our review of 'Darkest Dungeon II,' the next chapter in the rogue-defining series sending players neck-deep into a depraved world.
Perks Will Customize Your Build in 'Jedi: Survivor' — How to Get All of Them
While it may take some time, getting all Perks in 'Jedi: Survivor' will be essential for switching around your build to beat back darker forces.