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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:59 AM
     Best MW2 MP5 loadout

The best MW2 MP5 loadout is of course down to personal preference, but you've come to the right place if you want to know where to start when building one. Renamed the Lachmann Sub in Modern Warfare 2, the MP5 has long been one of the best guns in Call of Duty multiplayer, so it's worth knowing the best attachments to unlock for it.

The MW2 MP5 is unlocked in the Gunsmith system as part of the Lachmann and Meer weapon platform. In order to get the best Modern Warfare 2 SMG in your loadout, you'll first need to level the Lachman 762 to level 12, and the Lachman 556 to level 13.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:56 AM
     How to turn on Minecraft ray tracing

Looking for the Minecraft ray tracing shader? Real-time lighting effects are a highlight of high-fidelity games like Battlefield V and Metro Exodus, but they're also available in the chunky world of Minecraft. In time, both Nvidia and a single modder have created ray tracing shaders to improve the game's lighting dramatically.

Okay, so unless you're using the official Nvidia-supported version, it's not ray tracing, exactly. Technically, the rendering method modder Sonic Ether uses to create real-time global illumination in Minecraft is called path tracing. The difference is that path tracing uses rays that bounce many times throughout a scene, but the effect is similar to that of ray tracing: gorgeously-lit and shadowed scenes, even in something as simple-looking as Minecraft, and it's one of the best ways to play one of the best PC games ever.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:46 AM
     Best Warzone 2 MP5 Lachmann Sub loadout for Season 1 Reloaded

The best Warzone 2 MP5 Lachmann Sub loadout is an excellent all-round weapon that perfectly compliments a long-range primary weapon. Having as many combat situations covered with your loadout guns will ensure you can deal with whatever Al Mazrah throws your way. The attachments used for this loadout look to improve your aim down sight speed while keeping your mobility high, so you'll still be able to react if an enemy gets too close for comfort.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:40 AM
     How to make a Minecraft End portal

Wondering how to make the Minecraft End portal? If you want to travel to the secret dimension known as The End, only one means of transport will get you there. Leaping into another dimension takes commitment, as once you dip a toe in the End portal, there's no backing out.

We're sure you've got your reasons for visiting the End. Maybe it's because you want to complete one of the best PC games out there. Perhaps it's because you want to take down the fearsome Ender Dragon, maybe you need some precious resources like End Stone or Chorus, or perhaps, like us, you just like the bleak endless view of the void. Whatever your reason, you'll need to hop into an End Portal to get there.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:37 AM
     Star Wars Battlefront returns with Insurgency Sandstorm conversion mod

Star Wars Battlefront, the classic FPS game from DICE and EA, has unofficially returned after five years, thanks to a transformative new mod for gritty war shooter Insurgency Sandstorm. If you remember the 2004 original, and those halcyon days blasting your mates in co-op and online multiplayer – or if you want the newer Battlefront experience, but with some added brutality and realism – this one is for you. Plus, it's great to have some more Star Wars as we look ahead to the Jedi Survivor release date.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:38 AM
     The best Minecraft shaders 2023

With the best Minecraft shaders, you can instantly level up the look of your Minecraft world - even without a fancy schmancy RTX graphics card. But with so many downloadable mods for the sandbox game, if you're unsure, let's start with what Minecraft shaders even are.

One of the best PC games of all time and the ongoing king of sandbox games, Minecraft has incredible replayability, keeping fans and newbies coming to the game time after time. While the vanilla game itself gets regular updates, with the Minecraft 1.20 release date coming soon, Minecraft mods, texture packs, resource packs, and shaders can completely reinvent the game, with the latter affecting its overall look. Mods can completely alter gameplay, and Minecraft texture packs and resource packs change the appearance of existing blocks and add new blocks respectively. Meanwhile, shader packs give you the same game, but just with fancier graphics and effects.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:19 AM
     The best Oculus Quest 2 games 2023

The best Oculus Quest 2 games are the ones that draw you into the world and let you swim in the joys of VR. There are a staggering amount of games on the Oculus Quest 2, so don't feel bad if we miss out on any of your personal favourites. When you factor in the lack of wires, it's easy to understand why so many people have been delving into digital worlds using this device.

However, as there's so much choice on arguably the best VR headset, navigating the store to find the best Oculus Quest 2 games can be a bit of a chore. It helps to have a rough idea of what you should be looking for whenever you're in the mood to buy a new game, whether that be FPS games or a story-driven adventure.


PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:16 AM
     LoL every mistake a lesson mystery champion explained

If you're looking for the answer to the LoL every mistake a lesson mystery champion riddle, we've got you. Riot has started the 2023 League of Legends season strong, with a set of daily puzzles all centred around a specific mystery champion, only revealed when you figure out the quote attached to the mission. Completing this mission will net you rewards, including Hextech chests, champion shards, and blue essence.

The latest mystery champion riddle is centred around the quote 'every mistake, a lesson' and can be difficult to decipher if you don't know your LoL lore inside and out. The previous missions have all had a theme, including walking a shrouded path, or not fearing the darkness, so players have had a jumping-off point to begin their mystery champion search in the free PC game.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:05 AM
     League of Legends jungle pets are the

The new League of Legends jungle changes provide players with a choice of three different Pokemon inspired pets who each grant a series of different buffs. Now that the system has had time to fully embed itself into the MOBA's ecosystem, lead designer Matt 'Phroxzon' Leung-Harrison has referred to them as the perfect "emotional support" for veterans and newcomers alike.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:05 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy Room of Requirement guide

Want to know how to use the Hogwarts Legacy Room of Requirement and what purpose it serves in the upcoming RPG? Fans of the Harry Potter books will know of the Room of Requirement ever since a reference to it in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. However, it makes its first appearance in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix as a chamber that presents itself whenever a person truly needs it.

Thankfully, you meet the requirements of needing its services since, in this contender for one of the best PC games this year, you are a Hogwarts student catching up on several years of missed witchcraft and wizardry education. You are introduced to the Hogwarts Legacy Room of Requirement by the deputy headmistress in the RPG game, one of many Hogwarts Legacy characters who help you settle into this new magical lifestyle.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 7:03 AM
     The best online games for PC with no download

Looking for some of the best online games with no downloads to play right now? Publishers like Steam and Epic Games are busy locking horns over their digital storefronts and platforms, but there's a rich world of fun browser games that can be accessed directly through the web. No launchers or two-factor authentication, no agonising downloads or hard drive space juggling, just instant, free online games.

Impressively, despite the obvious tech constraints developers have also managed to craft free online games to cover any genre you can imagine, so yes, you can play a 100-player battle royale in your browser. That being said, if you do have some hard drive space, you may want to check out our free PC games list instead. So whether you're looking for something to sink a few minutes into or your next gaming habit, there's a free online game for you. We've tried to ensure this list caters to all sorts - from RPGs, to massive multiplayer strategy games - all at the enviably low price of free.


PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 6:31 AM
     Street Fighter 6 release date, leaks, and more

Want to learn more about the Street Fighter 6 release date? The next evolution of the Street Fighter series is almost here, focusing heavily on single-player elements to ensure there's plenty of content for every level of fighter. Street Fighter 5 was heavily criticised at launch for its lack of playable content outside of versus mode and while this satisfied most high-level players, casual players found there was very little to keep them entertained.

Capcom has taken its time developing Street Fighter 6 to ensure they don't repeat the same mistakes again. It features a brand new single-player story mode which gives players a chance to explore Metro City as a custom fighter. Street Fighter 6 is shaping up to become one of the best fighting games and potentially one of the best PC games overall. The Street Fighter 6 release date has been officially confirmed for Q2 2022.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 6:41 AM
     Best medieval games on PC 2023

Medieval games are less common than you might think. Rare is the videogame that doesn't feature at least one sword, suit of armour, or roast chicken, but they're usually mixed in with bearded hermits slinging magic fireballs, which we're reliably informed your average medieval peasant had very little knowledge of.

To that end, we've assembled a list of the best PC games that eschew all the prophecy and pyrotechnics for good old-fashioned steel-on-steel action. Medieval games come in all different shapes and sizes, with some opting for a more fantasy game style. Strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is, after all, no basis for a system of government. Similarly, a level ten Necromancer against a blacksmith wearing a potato sack is no basis for a fair fight.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 6:26 AM
     Ark 2 release date speculation, trailers, gameplay, and news

Want to know when the Ark 2 release date is? Ever since the Ark 2 announcement at The Game Awards 2020, we've been looking forward to learning more about the upcoming dinosaur-themed survival game. Based on the two cinematic trailers and the additional info from the Studio Wildcard development team, it's clear that Ark 2 will feature a unique story, enhanced gameplay mechanics, and (of course!) a T-Rex.

Ark 1 established itself as one of the best survival games, but only time will tell whether Ark 2 can break into our list of the best PC games. From the Ark 2 release date to its platform, souls-like combat, and mod support; here's everything we know about the Ark sequel.


PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 6:07 AM
     Hogwarts Legacy saves let you be Gryffindor and Slytherin all at once

With the Hogwarts Legacy release date right around the corner, there are still plenty of burning questions waiting to be answered about the upcoming RPG game. Many of us rightly want to know if the game will have cross-progression and exactly how the in-game character and save systems will work, and WB Games Support has stepped up and given us some answers.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 6:06 AM
     What is the current and next Genshin Impact banner?

Genshin Impact banners rotate every few weeks on a precise schedule, and we always know what to expect thanks to regular updates from Hoyoverse. The developer of the anime game always keeps its fans in the loop with regular Twitter posts and livestreams, so you can plan where you want to spend your hard-earned Primogems.

With a two to three-week turnaround for banners, the roster of Genshin Impact characters is always changing, and the free PC game regularly introduces two new characters to wish for. Every limited-time character banner - or Event Wish - contains a five-star character, and three four-star characters with increased drop rates. There's also a Weapon banner - Epitome Invocation - which runs alongside each character banner and changes weapons every update.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:58 AM
     Elder Scrolls Oblivion remake, built in Skyrim, gets release date

The long-awaited Elder Scrolls Oblivion remake, built by a devout team of fans and dubbed Skyblivion, finally has a release date, as it aims to reimagine the beloved Bethesda RPG game using the engine and technology powering Skyrim – a great distraction as we look ahead (and ahead) to the Elder Scrolls 6 release date.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:52 AM
     The best games like Borderlands 2023

Looking for some great games like Borderlands? Whether you were disappointed by the latest Borderlands entry or you've exhausted every area of Pandora, have completed all the DLC, and need a fresh challenge, there are enough options out there to see you through until Borderlands 4, whenever that might come. Maybe the prospect of actually collecting and cataloguing over one billion guns isn't quite as exhilarating as you had hoped.

Although these games like Borderlands can't encompass every part of what makes the series special, some of them get pretty close or offer something very different with enough in common with Gearbox's series to pique your interest. We've had a look at our best PC games list and our free PC games guide to find titles that suit every price range. So whether it's the humour, the loot, the co-op, or the colourful characters, here are the best games like Borderlands.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:41 AM
     Best turn-based strategy games on PC 2023

Turn-based strategy games bring out the more cerebral undertones of the genre – the break afforded by 'turns' allows us to think, ponder and plan our moves with as much expert precision as we can muster. Witnessing that master plan unfold can create untold levels of satisfaction, and suddenly you fancy yourself the master tactician.

This genre is also home to the 'one more turn' trope - that feeling of near-addiction that compels you to click the 'End Turn' button just one more time to see what happens. Maybe you're waiting to see the outcome of a daring attack, maybe you're just trying to click through some downtime. We also have the best strategy games on PC if you want to expand beyond petty concepts like 'turns'.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:35 AM
     Best Firefox VPN services to protect your privacy 2023

Many internet users will find themselves looking for the best Firefox VPN. While the debate about the best internet browser rages on, there's no denying that it's important to protect your privacy on the internet - not just in the terms of your right to privacy, but also in the sense that you don't want your personal data falling into the hands of malicious parties who might use it to exploit you.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:27 AM
     Best police games on PC 2023

What are the best police games? We have all considered life as a super sleuth or detective for a brief moment. Whether drawn in by the position of authority, the puzzling casework, or even the hard-drinking: police games deliver plenty of action and intrigue.

However, cops aren't all gunslingers in John Woo-esque shootouts or chasing criminals in high-speed car chases. In fact, the best police games often see you digging through crime scenes for evidence and carrying out routine procedures rather than pursuing perps with your gun drawn.

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PCGamesN Monday, January 16, 2023 5:24 AM
     Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes – January 2023

Looking for Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes? Redeeming one of these Shift codes rewards you with a Skeleton Key, which you can use to unlock the Skeleton Chest for rewards. This chest can be found at the foot of the castle underneath the statue in Brighthoof.

The Skeleton Keys you get for entering the code unlock premium in-game loot for the FPS game, such as Tiny Tina's Wonderlands legendary weapons to suit your chosen Tiny Tina's Wonderlands class and playstyle. You can redeem Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Shift codes either through the Shift tab in the in-game social menu or at the Shift Gearbox Software website - you need to navigate to the mail section to redeem the code.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, January 16, 2023 7:52 AM
    

The team of modders working to bring The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion into Skyrim has updated us with a new trailer, announcing that they're targeting 2025 to launch the Skyblivion project. By that point, volunteers will have been hammering away on Skyblivion for 13 years. If you remember what you were doing 13 years ago then you've got a better memory than I do. Watch the latest and rather snazzy trailer for Skyblivion below, and wonder whether Emperor Uriel Septim VII sounds more like Patrick Stewart or Sean Connery.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, January 16, 2023 7:01 AM
    

Wintry speedrunning festival Awesome Games Done Quick 2023 finished yesterday, with runners managing to land $2,642,493 (£2,162,774) of donations in aid of Prevent Cancer. GDQ announced the $2.6 million figure on Twitter after the event concluded, and thanked all the runners and those who'd donated.

A number of speedruns throughout the week-long event smashed world records for their respective games and categories too, including PC runs of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge and my own personal GOTY from 2022, PowerWash Simulator. You can watch the AGDQ 2023's record-setting No Soap PowerWash Simulator run below, and weep into your coffee at the sheer cleaning ability on display.

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Twinfinite Monday, January 16, 2023 7:39 AM
     An ode to The Last of Us fans,

Siliconera Monday, January 16, 2023 7:00 AM
    

The newest Genshin Impact Character Demo trailer stars Yaoyao and Yuegui as she practices her spear training and talks about adepti.

The newest Genshin Impact Character Demo trailer is here, and it starts Yaoyao. She's the latest Liyue unit to appear in the game. The four-star will be the region's first Dendro character. While the video mostly focuses on showing off her English voice actor and the unit in-game, a number of follow-up clips show her Elemental Skill and Burst.

First, here's the Genshin Impact Yaoyao Character Demo trailer. It notes she's familiar enough with the various adepti to refer to some of them as Auntie Cloud Retainer and Uncle Mountain Shaper. Yuegui, her companion, is a gift to her from one adepti. The video also shows her wandering around Liyue and fighting enemies in the region, as well as visiting a village that might be her hometown.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTVQdw8jDp0&ab_channel=GenshinImpact

Next, here's her Raphanus Sky Cluster Elemental Skill, which involves Yuegui healing or attacking.

Finally, here's the Moonjade Descent, which involves multiple Yuegui appearing.

Genshin Impact is available for the PS4, PS5, PC, and mobile devices, and Yaoyao will appear once update 3.4 debuts on January 18, 2023. She will be a focus unit on both the Alhaitham and Xiao banners.

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Siliconera Monday, January 16, 2023 3:00 AM
    

Kingdom Hearts Missing Link Gameplay

Square Enix shared information about gameplay elements that will appear in Kingdom Hearts: Missing Link. These details specifically concern travel, along with the two different ways players can play the title. Kingdom Hearts: Missing Link will also feature an AP system, similar to other mobile games, which means players will spend stamina to engage in battles, but is a bit different between its two gameplay modes.

Concerning the two different gameplay systems players can use in Kingdom Hearts: Missing Link, one option is using the "GPS" function and the "gamepad" function. The GPS function will track player movement as you walk, whereas the gamepad function will allow you to control your character without needing to move. Players can also use a "hands-free" feature for combat while in GPS mode. Players can also obtain AP through battles in GPS mode.

However, AP will be expended through the gamepad function. This means that AP and obtaining treasure chests will cost stamina. Alternating between these two functions will allow for players to spend and acquire stamina.

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Players will also have the opportunity to customize their avatar. Details concerning more extensive character creation will appear in the future. However, players will be able to change the color of their costumes and equip individual pieces to mix and match attire.

Kingdom Hearts: Missing Link is in development for Android and iOS devices.

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