PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 5:34 AM  The updates keep on coming, LoL fans. League of Legends patch 12.4 has made its way to the live Rift, bringing a raft of new skins, champion balance changes, and - of course - steely new Champon Renata Glasc. That means it's now time to see what's headed our way with its follow-up update. While the latest round of skins gave Kassadin, Shen, and Qiyana some dazzling new Shockblade styles, this fortnight's offerings are fare more whimsical. Let's take a look. The new skins coming with League of Legends patch 12.5 add more champions to the game's Bees! alternate universe, with four new looks on the way. As you'd expect, the names are pun-tastic, with Heimerstinger, Nunu and Beelump, Orbeeanna, and BZZZiggs joining the skin line. You can check out the in-game clips of these in action and their splash art in the skins section below. As for balance changes, this cycle we're not seeing too many champions getting a round of buffs or nerfs, though if you're a Seraphine or Master Yi main, you'll want to check out the updates below as they're both receiving a few key tweaks each. RELATED LINKS: Best LoL Champions , League of Legends patch 12.4 notes, LoL tier list |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 4:54 AM  The next Soulsborne game is finally here, but before you dive into the mind of director Hidetaka Miyazaki once again, you need to know if your rig can handle the Elden Ring system requirements. The bad news is that it might tax lower-end or aging systems by asking for 12GB of RAM. The good news is that it isn't quite as demanding on graphics cards. Elden Ring will support a maximum resolution of native 4K, HDR, and frame rates of up to 60fps. Unfortunately, it appears that FromSoftware has implemented a frame rate cap, as it did previously with its previous game, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. It's likely that this will be circumvented through mods, if previous games from the developer are anything to go by. While it won't be available at launch, ray tracing support should add another layer of gross incandescence to Elden Ring's world. Currently, there's no indication that AMD FSR or Nvidia DLSS will be available to help boost fps, but we'll update this page if and when that changes. RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 5:48 AM  Looking for a guide to Lost Ark engravings? You may encounter engravings as you level up in Lost Ark, but there's no need to worry about them too much at first. However, when you reach level 50 and open up the wonderful world of the Lost Ark endgame, you can use engravings to refine your build in order to take on the most difficult content in the game. Engravings are just one of the many ways to boost your character's performance, but they're a little complex if you're new to the system. Any mistakes you make may prove to be very expensive, as the process involves consuming sought-after materials and carefully calculating your stat bonuses. Fortunately, we're here to help by explaining everything you need to know about the Lost Ark engraving system, including how to use engravings and ability stones and how to get the best engravings for your character. There's quite a substantial time investment involved in leveling up your engravings, so our guide will set you on the right path and signpost what you need to look out for. RELATED LINKS: Best MMOS and MMORPGs on PC, Upcoming PC games, Best fantasy games on PC |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 4:13 AM  Want to know which is the best starting class in Elden Ring? At the very beginning of your adventure in this highly anticipated open-world game, you get the chance to choose your character's class, known in-game as their 'origin'. This choice determines your starting level and attributes, as well as the gear you start the game with. Some classes suit different playstyles, and choosing based on that is one option, but there are classes on offer that are simply better for newer players than others. A large part of this is due to each class's equipment, which can give you powerful spells and Elden Ring ashes of war, but there are also the starting attributes to consider. So if you want to know more about the Elden Ring classes and which one is the best for you, we have a list of all of the starting attributes and items you get. We will also give you a list of all of the keepsakes you can choose from afterwards and why some are better for beginners than others. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 4:16 AM  Want to know how to play Elden Ring? The ambitious and long-awaited new Soulslike game is nearly here. Elden Ring marks a departure from the well-trodden Dark Souls series, but keeps the taxing difficulty that players expect. We've seen plenty of glowing praise for the latest FromSoftware game, including in our Elden Ring review. As the long wait for the Elden Ring release date draws to a close, it's time to get up to speed and learn about all of the new mechanics. Of course, there are things that take a little more explaining, such as the Elden Ring map fragments and how to play Elden Ring multiplayer, however, the helpful tips below should at least help you beat even the hardest of Elden Ring bosses. Before we begin, one way you can save yourself a massive headache is to have a notepad to hand from the very start of the game. Elden Ring won't hold your hand when it comes to keeping track of side quests or if there's an item that you can use at a specific place to uncover valuable items or powerful weapons. With that said, here are our top Elden Ring tips: RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:48 AM  Trying to find out what weapons arts do in Elden Ring? Most of the armaments in Elden Ring feature a unique weapon art - these function the same as skills in Dark Souls III. Weapon arts give players an additional action on their armament, which can range from performing a lunge attack, to summoning lightning from the sky to attack nearby enemies. The only armaments which don't typically have dedicated weapon arts are sacred seals, staves, and shields, though there are exceptions. Though Dark Souls III players often pick weapons based on their weapon arts, even if that particular weapon doesn't suit their build. Elden Ring is much more flexible by comparison, giving players the option to customise their armament skill using Ashes of War. It's important to note that certain Ashes of War can only be used on specific types of equipment. Picking the correct weapon art is vital to perfecting your build, giving you the upper hand against Elden Ring bosses. These skills can drastically affect how you approach enemies, and the weapon scaling can be altered to match your most used stat points. Here's everything you need to know about Elden Ring weapon arts, including how many there are, what they do, and more. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:49 AM  Want to know where you can find Elden Ring map fragments? As you explore the vast regions of The Lands Between in this open-world game, the places you've visited are gradually revealed on your in-game map. This allows you to easily navigate back to a safe location or return to a dungeon to slay monsters that you weren't quite up to fighting when you first found them. There is, however, a faster way to open up an entire area. In specific locations in every region, you can find map fragments that fill in the blanks, showing you all of the named locations and Elden Ring dungeons in the local area. Knowing where everything is in the region is particularly handy in your search for valuable items such as Elden Ring Ashes of War or Elden Ring cookbooks. You can also use your newfound knowledge to hunt down all of the optional Elden Ring bosses. Since these key items are so valuable for exploring each area in The Lands Between, we have a list of all of the known Elden Ring map fragment locations so that you can scoop them up as soon as possible. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:48 AM  Are you trying to unlock the horse in Elden Ring? Unlike Dark Souls 3 which features a linear game world, FromSoftware has decided to mix things up with Elden Ring by introducing a large open world to explore. It's difficult to move around while wearing leather armour at the best of times - thankfully, Elden Ring players have access to a spectral steed, a special horse named Torrent that can be called upon whenever you need it. You don't need to use the horse to complete Elden Ring, but you might miss out on several helpful mechanics if you don't. There are many areas across the map called Spirit Springs which Torrent can use to gallop across the sky, all without ever taking fall damage. This allows you to skip lengthy treks across mountainous regions with the press of a button. To top it off, you can fight on horseback using traditional weapons or spells. This is perfect if you want to avoid taking any damage and if Torrent takes too many hits, you can always resummon it by consuming a flask of crimson tears. Here's what you need to do to unlock the horse in Elden Ring. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:49 AM  Want to know where to find all of the Elden Ring dungeons? This open-world game has many optional areas to explore in every region, more so than any other FromSoftware game. These dungeons house some vitally important gear, from healing items and weapons to key items required to unlock new areas. The dungeons are particularly tough as enemies are waiting to pounce on any unsuspecting adventurers daring enough to enter. Some even have deadly traps to avoid an untimely demise from a poison dart or a gargoyle tower burning you to a crisp. We go over in far more detail elsewhere how to beat each of the Elden Ring bosses and where to find all of the well-hidden collectibles in every dungeon, such as the Elden Ring Ashes of War and the Elden Ring crystal tears. For now, though, if you simply want to find each one of the optional Elden Ring dungeons, you can find a list of their locations below. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:50 AM  Want to know how to beat the Elden Ring bosses? The most defining moments in any of the best Soulslike games are the tough boss fights. They can be tricky for several reasons: some are hard to hit consistently, others can squash you with just one attack. Elden Ring is also an open-world game, so as you'd expect, there are plenty of formidable foes with big health bars waiting to be discovered. So far, all of the information we have on Elden Ring bosses comes from the network test last year. Therefore, their locations and item drops are subject to change in the final release. Since any region can have at least 13 bosses, keeping track of which ones you've beaten can be tough. In this guide, you'll find a list of all of the Elden Ring bosses, where you can find them, which ones are mandatory, and what items they drop when you beat them. It's worth noting that, generally speaking, as you hunt them down, dungeon bosses are not as hard to kill as the major bosses. However, there are exceptions, so upgrading the Elden Ring Flash of Wondrous Physick can make all the difference. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:49 AM  Want to know the locations of every Ashes of War in Elden Ring? Players can customise their weapons and shields using Ashes of War, a special item that imbues armaments with unique abilities. All armaments have their own weapon arts, however, you can switch these abilities out for something different. The Ashes of War also change the properties of your armaments, allowing you to use almost any weapon with your chosen build. It appears you can farm the Ashes of War to imbue multiple armaments with the same effect. Don't worry if you're struggling to find more, you can always remove Ashes of War from any piece of equipment for free. It's important to experiment with these abilities as they can make a huge difference in creating a powerful build. The locations of the Ashes of War are fixed on the map, making it easy to create a strong build capable of defeating all of the Elden Ring bosses. Here's everything you need to know about Ashes of War, including where you can find them and what they do. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:48 AM  Want to know where to find Elden Ring cookbooks? These recipe tomes are essential for any would-be adventurer in the open-world game. With them, you can craft all sorts of valuable gadgets such as arrows that inflict elemental damage, items that heal status ailments, and consumables that boost rune acquisition for a short time. Sure, you can purchase some cookbooks from reputable vendors, but you can also find them hidden in buildings or Elden Ring dungeons with help from Elden Ring map fragments, but so far, we've not obtained any cookbooks by slaying the Elden Ring bosses that call these dungeons home. Once you do get a cookbook, though, you still need the ingredients listed in each recipe to make the items. Knowing how to make recipes in the first place is a crucial step and it's not an easy feat to find all of the cookbooks. So if you want to learn how to make specific items to aid you on your adventure, here's everything you need to know about Elden Ring cookbooks. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
PCGamesN Friday, February 25, 2022 3:49 AM  Want to know where to find the crystal tears in Elden Ring? Just like the Estus flasks in Dark Souls, you start the game with healing flasks that you can refill at Sites of Grace. However, this isn't the only type of healing item available - the Flask of Wondrous Physick is a customisable alternative. To get the Flask of Wondrous Physick, you need to beat one of the optional Elden Ring bosses, namely the Groveside Cave's boss: the Beastman of Farum Azula. Once he's dead, you can open a chest containing the flask and two crystal tears that you mix to customise the flask's effects. These effects trigger simultaneously every time you take a sip, and you can swap them at any Site of Grace. There are plenty more crystal tears out there to add to your flask, and we found a few of them during the closed beta late last year. We'll go over all of the crystal tears' effects and where you can find them to use with your Flask of Wondrous Physick. RELATED LINKS: Elden Ring system requirements, Elden Ring has the best demo, Elden Ring's four pre-order editions |
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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, February 25, 2022 3:45 AM  Elden Ring is full of secrets and dungeons, and Limgrave, the game's first region, will probably overwhelm you already. We're going to explore the overworld to discover some hidden stuff that's off the beaten path, while also delving deep into uncharted lands. Here's our Elden Ring guide to help you with the secrets and dungeons that you can find in Limgrave. Since this is the initial zone, I've decided to add some tips on what you can expect in other regions as you continue to progress. Note: For more information, check out our Elden Ring guides and features hub. Likewise, you can also take a look at our beginner's guide and main campaign walkthrough for the Limgrave region. Elden Ring Limgrave secrets and dungeons guide I've split up our Elden Ring Limgrave secrets and dungeons guide into a couple of sections. You can check the pages below for the parts that you need help with: Dungeoneering basics and dungeon types The dungeons in... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, February 25, 2022 1:35 AM  Fairly early on in Elden Ring, you'll come across a section of the Stranded Graveyard that's shrouded in mist. You can't mist it (pun intended) as this is the starting area of the game. Anyway, right in front of that is an Imp Statue, and beyond is a brutal challenge for newcomers. Here's our Elden Ring guide to help you complete Fringefolk Hero's Grave, the Imp Statue dungeon in the Stranded Graveyard. Note: For more information, check out our Elden Ring guides and features hub. Elden Ring Fringefolk Hero's Grave guide – Stranded Graveyard Imp Statue dungeon To unlock the Fringefolk Hero's Grave in Elden Ring, you'll need a Stonesword Key. This rare item can be found while exploring all over the landscape, but you should have one if you chose it as your Keepsake during character creation. However, I wouldn't advise tackling this if you're new to the game or the Souls-like genre in general. Still, if you'... |
PC Invasion - FeedDDD Friday, February 25, 2022 12:30 AM  Similar to the Souls games, Elden Ring can prove to be a challenge for newcomers. However, with a bit of skill, some luck, and an abundance of patience, players can succeed. Indeed, this is the most approachable Souls-like game around, so it's a great way to see what this genre is all about. Here's our Elden Ring beginner's guide to help you with combat, survival, and exploration tips. Note: For more information, check out our Elden Ring guides and features hub. Elden Ring beginner's guide – Combat, survival, and exploration tips for Tarnished newcomers Deaths are only the beginning Let's get this out of the way: the most common consensus about Souls/Souls-like games is that they're very difficult, and that's totally fine. Elden Ring follows this concept well, though there are many improvements that can help a newcomer. Still, you're bound to die often, but that's just part of the game. Never feel discouraged and, if... |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, February 25, 2022 4:43 AM Though PlayStation has been leading in the industry when it comes to exclusives, Xbox has managed to gain an advantage with its backwards compatibility and Game Pass library. Rumor has been going around that PlayStation is working on their own version of the Game Pass with something called 'Project Spartacus', and we may have just […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, February 25, 2022 4:26 AM CDPR may have fallen down a hole of trouble ever since they launched Cyberpunk 2077 back in 2020, but the studio has been hard at work adding improvements to the game, and the latest finally ups the features for the new-gen consoles. Watch the launch trailer: Take a look at the Patch 1.5/Next-Gen Update trailer […] |
Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Friday, February 25, 2022 3:39 AM Probably one of the most beloved entries in the Fallout franchise is New Vegas, and a lot of people consider Obsidian's take on IP more enriching Bethesda's Fallout 3. With no future Fallout game in sight, word is going around that Obsidian might take a stab at a New Vegas sequel. This comes from journalist […] |
Pivotal Gamers Friday, February 25, 2022 3:17 AM Hello folks. Giveaway Of The Day holds a new giveaway for Butchery. This is what they say. Butchery is available as a Giveaway of the day!You have limited time to download, install and register it. A few words about Butchery This is a psychological atmospheric game. A family consisting of three rabbits ended up inside a box and was transported to an old seemingly abandoned villa... |