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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:58 AM
     The best Ark servers 2023

What are the best Ark servers to join in 2023? We've scoured the internet looking for the top Ark: Survival Evolved servers and server clusters to cater to all experiences, whether you're looking for some intense competitive PvP, a relaxed PvE sandbox, a place to play Omega or Primal Fear, or even a boosted server like FiberCraft, where you can tame and breed all of Ark's wonderful dinos with minimal investment. We'll also talk about the official servers and what happens when they go offline in August.

Ark: Survival Evolved is one of the best dinosaur games and survival games on PC; its increasingly weird meta-narrative provides an excuse to throw dinosaurs together with other prehistoric and even mythological creatures in several gorgeous sandboxes with robust crafting and survival systems. Whether you want to build a sprawling menagerie for its own sake or lead a dino army against other players, a range of experiences are on offer, and you'll find a range of servers optimized for each of these. Read on for our list of some of the best and most populated unofficial servers, and a breakdown of exactly what they offer to the discerning Ark player.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:38 AM
     Fallout New Vegas mod replaces Mr House with Elon Musk

Fallout New Vegas has an enormous cast of villains, from the arch baddie Caesar to the towering Deathclaws and those damn Cazadors. But the Obsidian RPG game wouldn't be the same without the presence of Mr House, the malevolent power player that sits atop the eponymous New Vegas, seemingly pulling the strings of every lesser faction. Now, a fresh Fallout New Vegas mod adds a contemporary, modern flair to Mojave Wasteland, replacing FNV's central antagonist with SpaceX and Twitter owner Elon Musk. This is the perfect excuse to return to Fallout New Vegas - as if you needed one.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:37 AM
     Best 4K gaming monitors for 2023

What's the best 4K gaming monitor? We've checked out a range of 4K gaming monitors from budget to full-tilt UHD dynamos to find out – keep reading to find out how to pick the perfect screen for you. Ultra High Definition (UHD) 4K gaming monitors have been around since 2012, but the prices were enough to make your eyes bleed. Fortunately, 4K sets are a lot more affordable today.

Why get a 4K gaming monitor? Well, at four times the pixel resolution of a standard HD panel, 4K monitors offer a huge jump in visual performance, delivering sharper, more detailed images. With 4K support becoming the norm for developers, the best 4K gaming monitors can display modern games precisely as they were intended, in all their eye-popping, UHD splendour.

Connectivity is a crucial concern with 4K gaming monitors. Support for standards such as HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort support means your monitor can access a variety of standards and ultimately connect to more equipment.

Yes, the best 4K gaming monitors will set you back more than the equivalent-sized HD models, but provided you have the necessary graphics firepower with the best graphics cards, you'll reap the rewards in a vastly more immersive gaming experience.

Beyond gaming, the best 4K gaming monitors also revolutionize your film and TV viewing, and if you absolutely have to use them for work, they can make even the dullest PowerPoint presentation pop. We've picked out the best 4K gaming monitors to make the most of your setup. If you don't need or can't afford 4K resolution, our guide to the best gaming monitor has more options.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:31 AM
     The Witcher Remake release date speculation

When is The Witcher Remake release date? Given that this remake of the classic PC RPG game has only recently been announced, it's far too early to tell when exactly you can play it. However, some of you may want to know more about the ambitious remake of the first Witcher adventure and if it's the best place to hop into the series.

The original was far from the best PC game ever on release, but it was a fan favorite, so perhaps a remake with more polish will put it over that threshold. While the original RPG game was made by CD Projekt Red using BioWare's Aurora Engine, The Witcher Remake is instead "being rebuilt from the ground up in Unreal Engine 5" by Fool's Theory. The Polish development studio also assists Larian with 'gameplay and tools programming support' for Baldur's Gate 3 and previously assisted People Can Fly with 'level design, meshing, and program support' for Outriders. Several veteran staff who helped make The Witcher will be part of this project, and CD Projekt Red will provide 'full creative supervision'.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:14 AM
     Best puzzle games 2023

The best puzzle games on PC have a variety of brainteasers, from classic head-scratchers to frustration-fueled problems. Whether you're looking for clever dialogue, moving narratives from rich stories, or a healthy dose of laughter with your conundrums, puzzle games are versatile enough to find a way to do it all.

This vast genre covers everything from pirate point-and-clicks to tetromino trickery and quantum physics capers. These games are so good they were even considered for our list of the best PC games. Our comprehensive list outlines the best puzzle games, including a few very familiar faces.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:40 AM
     Tekken 8 roster – every confirmed and leaked character

Which characters are in Tekken 8? Over the years, many fighters have participated in the King of Iron Fist Tournaments, but the latest installment sees the absence of one key face in particular. Heihatchi Mishima is officially dead, and now the world's fate is in the hands of those rising to face his demonic son, Kazuya. Some directly oppose him, whereas others fight for their own ambitions.

Every one of the characters in the Tekken 8 roster so far revealed is a returning character. Some have been with the fighting game series since the beginning, whereas others are more recent inclusions, and one character is even making a long-awaited comeback in Tekken 8. With 16 characters officially revealed and a recent potential leak showing a few more, while we wait for the Tekken 8 release date, here is everything we know about the roster so far.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:40 AM
     All Baldur's Gate 3 feats

What are all the Baldur's Gate 3 feats? Crafting your own unique brand of adventure is all part of the Baldur's Gate 3 experience; creating a character that can best their foes and solves problems in a way that sings to you is very satisfying. Baldur's Gate 3 feats are a way to add some flavor to your build and create power spikes that will help you in your journey.

You'll naturally grow in power as you explore the world of Baldur's Gate 3, and gaining levels will reward you with stat increases, but occasionally you'll be able to choose a feat to add to your character. Feats are special additions that can either give you a big boost to your core attributes or grant you a passive skill. Here is every feat so you can be ready to perfect your BG3 class before the Baldur's Gate 3 release date rolls around.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:05 AM
     Starfield walkthrough, tips, and how-to guides

Where can I find a Starfield walkthrough? If you're looking for information on everything Starfield-related, you've come to the right place. It's no secret that the Settled Systems are a vast expanse, and there's an exhaustive amount of stuff to do. We don't blame you if you're feeling a tad overwhelmed – but relax and take a breath, because we're here to help you hunt down the right gun, NPC, or companion for you.

Our Starfield walkthrough contains a varied collection of how-to guides across a range of different topics. From dialogue mechanics to character creation, you can consider PCGamesN your one-stop shop for all things Starfield. So, whether you're a keen-eyed sandwich bandit or bumbling space pirate, take your hand off the rage quit button and take a look at our guides instead.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:25 AM
     All Baldur's Gate 3 traits

What are the Baldur's Gate 3 traits? As it's set in the Forbidden Realms and uses an interpretation of the Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition ruleset, Baldur's Gate 3 has many of the passive traits available to its roster. Each trait gives your character a distinct advantage. Whether it's making them history buffs or walking ever-so-slightly faster than their companions, they're desirable all the same.

From the looks of things, the Baldur's Gate 3 traits are one of those features where looking at the DnD 5th edition RPG game rulebook only gives you some answers, and since the Baldur's Gate 3 release date is now even closer, it's hard to say what else could appear. However, whichever choices you make when creating characters in Baldur's Gate 3, such as their race and class, you can be sure that there's a tempting trait to entice you.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:56 AM
     League of Legends Arena

I'll be honest with you: there's only one item I want to buy in the new LoL Arena mode, and that's the Cappa Juice. Sure, it might do absolutely nothing in the actual MOBA, but the sight of League of Legends champions in adorable little hats is enough for me. Turns out that Riot actually 'borrowed' the concept from the League of Legends April Fool's event we saw earlier this year - in fact, it did more than that.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:55 AM
     Best Fallout 4 mods 2023

What are the best Fallout 4 mods on PC? The mod community is out in force, so you have lots to choose from when looking to enhance your adventures in the Wasteland.

It's thanks to mods like these that RPG games like Fallout 4 enjoy such longevity after launch. To celebrate the weird and wonderful creations of the Fallout 4 mod community, we've picked out more than 50 of the best Fallout 4 mods out there to get you well on your way to a more interesting Boston Wasteland. If that's not enough tinkering for you, check out our list of Fallout 4 console commands, which give you even more customization in one of the best PC games around.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:51 AM
     Best Japan VPN services 2023

Which are the best Japan VPN services available in 2023? This is a question that many gamers will ask themselves, since Japan is such a hub for video game development, and there's a long list of iconic games that never make the journey to the west.

Our top pick is ExpressVPN (and we'll explain why below), but we understand that it might not be for everybody, so we also have four other options too, including our choice of the fastest VPN, and the best cheap VPN. Regardless of your needs or your budget, we're sure that we'll have a VPN recommendation that's just right for you.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:34 AM
     AMD just launched a new GPU, but you can't have it

AMD has unveiled a new GPU but, sadly, you probably won't be able to get your hands on it. The AMD Radeon RX 7900 Golden Rabbit Edition (GRE), replete with 5,120 cores and 16GB VRAM for a fairly modest $649, is a China-exclusive graphics card, so the rest of the world can only look on with envy at the new card.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:07 AM
     Starfield romance explained

What are the Starfield romance options? If you're looking for love in outer space, you've come to the right place. Starfield is set to be a sprawling epic, with over a thousand planets on your doorstep. Of course, this is a Bethesda game, so we already know that you're bound to bump uglies with a companion or two while you're off exploring the Milky Way. Well, never fear, because we're here to guide you through the birds and the bees in Starfield.

According to the ESRB's rating summary, Starfield will absolutely let you have sex with a jetpack on, but it doesn't delve into the specifics of who can join you on this romance expedition. However, we've gleaned some insight into the ins and outs (oo-er) of Starfield romance following the Starfield Direct, so you can get lucky in the RPG game once the release date rolls around.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:04 AM
     How long is Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon?

How long is Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon? That's the question stirring inside the minds of both new and old fans alike. While we're learning more about Rubicon's blessings, something that hasn't been made clear yet is the mission structure and how long you can expect to be playing Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon.

On the run-up to the Armored Core 6 release date, we've learned about From Software's unique take on the game's multiplayer mode, and we've also had the chance to take a glimpse into the story with all its grizzly details. Here's how long you can expect to play Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:03 AM
     Divinity Original Sin 3 is

With Baldur's Gate 3 agonizingly within touching distance now, the founder of developer Larian Studios says the team will definitely look to return to its defining universe in the future. The success of Divinity Original Sin saw Larian selected to build the much-anticipated Baldur's Gate 3 after the popular reception to its outstanding RPG games, and Swen Vincke says he'd love to return to Larian's self-created universe - but not for a while yet.


PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:56 AM
     Best Honkai Star Rail Welt build

Looking for the best Honkai Star Rail Welt build? Welt a powerful five-star Imaginary unit that stands alongside some of the best characters in the gacha game thanks to his assortment of potent debuffs. Kit him out with the best build, consider your opponent's elemental weaknesses, and he can bring your opponents to their knees in short order.

Before you can build the best Honkai Star Rail Welt build, you'll need to pull him from banners first - so stock up on Honkai Star Rail codes if you're short of stellar jade. Once you have this powerful sub-DPS Imaginary unit in your roster, our best Honkai Star Rail Welt build will stop your enemies in their tracks, leaving them vulnerable to the heavy hitters in your team comp in Honkai Star Rail.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 6:19 AM
     Honkai Star Rail tier list – best characters July 2023

Who is on the Honkai Star Rail tier list? Judging the best Star Rail characters is tricky. Not only is your roster subject to the whims of Hoyoverse's infamous gacha mechanics, but each character's abilities are also so varied that it can be difficult to separate the wheat from the chaff. Lucky for you, we've put each character through their paces to provide you with the definitive Honkai Star Rail tier list.

When choosing the best Honkai Star Rail characters for our tier list, we've taken great care to evaluate how each character excels in a variety of situations, including battling through story quests, boss challenges, and game modes. It should also go without saying that this tier list goes hand in hand with our Honkai Star Rail builds. Of course, with more Honkai Star Rail banners on the horizon, you might want to check out the latest Honkai Star Rail codes to net some free Warps while you're here. That said, here are our expert tier list rankings for the best Honkai Star Rail characters in the free PC game following the 1.1 update.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 7:11 AM
     Starfield's Adoring Fan explained

Who is the Starfield Adoring Fan? By Azura, he's back! Long-time Bethesda fans tuning into the Starfield Direct will have been both delighted and dismayed at the surprise reveal of the Adoring Fan – perhaps one of the most infamous NPCs in the studio's history.

It's been almost two decades since the Adoring Fan first stalked us around Tamriel in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. However, if you're completely new to the nagging sycophancy of the Adoring Fan, you might be wondering exactly who he is, how to get him, and what skills he can offer in Starfield ahead of the release date. Unlike the Adoring Fan, we're here to help.

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PCGamesN Friday, July 28, 2023 4:53 AM
     Is Diablo 4 down? Current server status

Are the Diablo 4 servers down? The latest iteration of Blizzard's critically acclaimed dungeon crawler is always online, which can often cause its own set of problems. Between unreliable internet connections, scheduled maintenance, and malicious attacks, it can be tough to troubleshoot exactly what's keeping you from logging in. With our help, you should be back in Sanctuary and tearing through demons in no time.

Blizzard has confirmed that a Diablo 4 offline mode won't be arriving in the ARPG any time soon – if ever. Consequently, knowing how to check the Diablo 4 server status is of vital importance if you ever find yourself unable to log in, and we recommend keeping our list of Diablo 4 error codes on hand for some quick troubleshooting whenever connectivity issues strike. Here are your next steps when Diablo 4 is down.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 28, 2023 7:30 AM
    

It's always a sad day when someone leaves the Treehouse, and today we bid adieu to Rachel Watts, as she leaves being our reviews editor for pastures new. Rachel definitely left an impression here, and I know she'll do the same wherever she goes. For now, join us in saying goodbye with some nice comments, and a look at some of Rachel's coolest work for us here.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 28, 2023 7:00 AM
    

Welcome to Part Two of The RPS 100 for 2023, our annual countdown of our favourite PC games from across the ages. Earlier this week, we ranked our favourite games from 100-51, which can be found over in Part One of this year's list. But now it's time for the big 50, going all the way to our collective number one. And I'll tell you now, it's not the same as last year.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Friday, July 28, 2023 5:32 AM
    

Homeworld Remastered Collection, the bundle which contains prettier versions of cult-classic RTS' Homeworld and Homeworld 2, is currently free to keep from the Epic Games Store. We thought it was a corker of a collection when it first released eight years ago, so strategy-heads who like to build space fleets may want to get on this one.

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Gamer Empire Friday, July 28, 2023 4:39 AM
     As you progress in Stardew Valley, you will discover new regions and secrets. The Forge is an amazing machinery that can enchant weapons and tools and give them perks that will make them much more useful and powerful. To enchant items in Stardew Valley, you will have to use Prismatic Shards, which are incredibly hard […]

Gamer Empire Friday, July 28, 2023 3:47 AM
     Mounts are a crucial part of traveling in Final Fantasy XIV. Without them, you're left walking everywhere, which is extremely slow and tiring. Thankfully, you only have to be level 20 to unlock your first mount. From there, you can unlock flying, which opens a whole new world in Eorzea. Recommended Read: How to Get […]