Sara Belcher
Pop Culture and Gaming EditorLocation: Brooklyn, New York, United StatesEducation: Ithaca CollegeSara Belcher is the Pop Culture and Gaming Editor. Her passions include cozy games, cringe-worthy puns, and iced coffee.
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'Immortals of Aveum' promised to be a wholly unique FPS with magic as your weapon, and Ascendant Studios' debut title delivers where it counts.Gaming After My First Pokémon GO Fest, It's True — There's No Community Like the 'Pokémon GO' Community
As a first-time Pokémon GO Fest attendee, the sense of community felt at the event in NYC is unlike anything I've ever experienced in gaming.Gaming Going to Pokémon GO Fest NYC? 'Pokémon GO' Product Director Shares His Tips for Trainers (EXCLUSIVE)
Before heading off to Pokémon GO Fest in NYC, you'll want to make sure you're prepared with all the best tips from 'Pokémon GO' Product Director Michael Steranka.Gaming 4 Things 'Moving Out 2' Does Better Than its Predecessor
'Moving Out 2' still strikes the balance between funny and infuriating while adding lore to the nonsensical world. Here's our review.Gaming You'll Need Leather to Make the Glider in 'Palia'
Leather is an essential crafting material, and you can either purchase it or make it on your own. Here's what you need to know about the fabric.Gaming The Fastest Ways to Make Money in 'Palia'
Coins will be essential to advance further in 'Palia,' but you'll have to earn all of your money in-game. Here's how to make money fast.Gaming The Pokémon GO Fest 2023 Schedule You've Been Waiting For
Those who can't participate in Pokémon GO Fest in-person will still be able to do the global event in the app. Here's when you can participate.Gaming Paldean Pokémon Are Finally Coming to 'Pokémon GO'
The Paldean Pokémon have yet to be added to the mobile AR game, but The Pokémon Company finally announced when trainers can catch them.Gaming Your Guide to Crafting in 'Palia'
You'll do a lot of crafting in 'Palia,' but the key to getting new recipes to make more furniture items is — you guessed it — more crafting.Gaming 'OXENFREE III' Is Not Out of the Question, Says the Game's Lead Director (EXCLUSIVE)
The sequel 'OXENFREE II' greatly expanded on the lore of Edwards Island, but is the story over? Game Director and Lead Developer Bryant Cannon shares his thoughts.Gaming 'Palia' Is Better With Friends — Here's How to Add Them to Your Party
Though the new cozy MMO 'Palia' can be played alone, sometimes it's just better with friends. Here's how to add friends and play with them in 'Palia.'Reality TV Here's What 'Temptation Island' Cast Members Have to Say About How Real It Is (EXCLUSIVE)
'Temptation Island' follows four couples as they try not to cheat on their significant others, and fans continue to wonder: is it scripted?Gaming 'Palia' Is the Best Parts of Your Favorite Cozy Games in a Free-to-Play Package
'Palia' is a rare title that combines the best parts of your favorite cozy games in a wholly unique way. Here are our first impressions of the MMO.Gaming Don't Start 'Palia' Without These Tips and Tricks
'Palia' is the first cozy MMO, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't use these tips and tricks as you're getting started to maximize your time.Gaming Fall in Love Again (and Again) in 'Palia' — All Romanceable NPCs
You can romance any number of the available NPCs in 'Palia' — but here's a rundown of who's on the market and open to falling in love.Entertainment The Derricos Consider Eric Jefferson a "Primary Family Member," but Who Is He?
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Is Travis Scott going to be coming back to 'Fortnite'? Although Epic Games hasn't officially announced it, Tim Sweeney's recent comments suggest he may.Gaming 'Headbangers: Rhythm Royale' is a Deceptively Difficult Take on the Battle Royale Format
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'Moving Out 2' is the sequel to the chaotic co-op game, and in Distractify's first impressions, we talk about how the new game is better than the first.Gaming 'Pokémon Sleep' is Finally Here — Here's What to Know About It
The Pokémon Company invited Distractify to try 'Pokémon Sleep' — here's what you need to know before testing the fun sleep tracker yourself.Gaming Don't Battle in the 'Pokémon GO' Fossil Cup Without This Guide
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In a new blog post and trailer from 'Immortals of Aveum' developer Ascendant Studios, the magic system in the upcoming fps is explained.Celebrity Relationships 'Superman: Legacy's' David Corenswet Would Rather Share Dog Pics Than Info About His Love Life
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'Pikmin 4' is a great entry point for those wanting to get into the 'Pikmin' franchise, offering a casual play experience. Here are our first impressions.Gaming The Bookwalker: Thief of Tales Review — An Immersive Narrative Experience
'The Bookwalker: Thief of Tales' takes you on a morally gray adventure through novels to steal what makes them unique. Here's our review.Gaming Your 'Fortnite' Display Name Is Different Than Your PSN ID or Xbox Gamertag
Luckily, Epic Games makes it pretty simple to change your display name in the online battle royale title 'Fortnite' — here's how to.Gaming These Are the Pokémon You Can Currently Hatch From Eggs in 'Pokémon GO'
The Pokémon available in eggs in 'Pokémon GO' changes from time to time, but here's the most recent chart of Pokémon available in eggs.Gaming You'll Want to Use the Cybertron Cannon Before It's Gone in 'Fortnite'
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'Hello Goodboy' promises a non-linear narrative about coping with death, though its simplistic execution leads much to be desired. Here's our review.Gaming 'Samba de Amigo: Party Central' Is Not Your Average Rhythm Party Game
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Fusing weapons is a big part of gameplay in 'Tears of the Kingdom' — and here are some of the best items in the game to fuse with your weapons.