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Elden Ring's Random Ruins Are Actually From Crumbling Farum Azula

James Troughton — Sun, 30 Jul 2023 14:00:18 GMT

The Lands Between is in complete disrepair by the time we find it in Elden Ring so you probably never thought twice about the big stone ruins you find randomly dotted about--some cathedral or old castle has fallen apart, right? Easy enough. Mystery solved. Not quite. These ruins are from Crumbling Farum Azula, the giant floating temple at the end of the game.

Elden Ring's Latest Update Has Brought Back Dark Souls 3's Infamous Backstabs

Joshua Robertson — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 22:39:46 GMT

Darks Souls and Elden Ring fans will probably be aware that backstabs have been a bit of thorn in the side of FromSoftware for a long time. It seems like no matter what the developer does to try and balance them properly, they're either so busted that backstab fishing causes PvP combat to become an absolute nightmare, or so nerfed that they're too clunky to bother trying at all.

Elden Ring: Which Ending Is Canon?

Hilton Webster — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 18:15:19 GMT

The world of Elden Ring is vast, filled with mysteries and intricacies for you to uncover. Much of that mystery forms your base understanding of the world, giving you a firmer reason to carry out your mission, and perhaps even your own place in The Lands Between.

Best Video Game Collector's Editions In 2023

Vaspaan Dastoor — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 18:00:20 GMT

Sometimes, simply buying a copy of your favourite or most anticipated video game just isn't enough. We want more than just to play the game and rejoice in the memory of our time with it. We want something that will be a constant reminder of the experience, the story, or the characters - or just some cool collectibles to put on our shelves.

Every Ash Of War For Bows And How To Get Them In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:31:17 GMT

Elden Ring has a wide variety of Weapon Skills to choose from, with abilities ranging from high-powered weapon strikes to massive elemental explosions. Which Ash of War you choose to put on a weapon will often be just as impactful as the weapon itself.

Elden Ring And Armored Core 6 Were Made By Just 300 Devs

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 01:36:33 GMT

FromSoftware has positioned itself as one of the best developers currently working in the games industry at the moment, pumping out genre-defining titles like Elden Ring, the Dark Souls series, and the upcoming Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon. You'd think with that much sway and a bevy of masterpieces under its belt that FromSoftware's development team would be huge, but it's actually shockingly small compared others devs working on triple-A titles.

Best Damage Types In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:46:20 GMT

One of the most important things you can do in Elden Ring (and in a lot of video games) is deal damage — and the game provides you with a wide variety of ways to do so. That, of course, includes the various weapons and spells, but also the multiple different damage types available to you, ranging from burning flames to simple blunt-force trauma.

All Keepsakes In Elden Ring, Ranked

Lucas John Ellinas — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:30:22 GMT

One of the first choices you can make in Elden Ring is which Keepsake you’ll choose in character creation. Keepsakes are items that can provide you with minor boosts, giving you a small leg up during the early stages of your journey through the Lands Between.

The Best Fictional Wildlife In Video Games

Zackary Wiggs — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 09:30:20 GMT

Throughout video games, there are a wide variety of creatures to meet and interact with. Some are hostile, others can be tamed, and everything in between. While it is nice to come across the usual squirrel or horse, some of the most fun wildlife to interact with are completely fictional.

The Best Bleed Builds In Elden Ring

Adam Carr — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 21:16:13 GMT

There’s no wrong way of playing Elden Ring as just about any weapon or build can be successful, from powerful staves that cast Sorceries to defensive shield-focused styles. That being said, one archetype stands out due to its potency and relatively simple style - Elden Ring's Bleed build.

What Are Larval Tears And How To Use Them In Elden Ring

Ryan Thomas Bamsey — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:16:17 GMT

Larval Tears are items that let you respec in Elden Ring. To put it simply, this means letting you reallocate all of the points that you've spent leveling up, allowing you to change up your build if you want to try out new playstyles or refund some misplaced stat points.

The Best Faith/Strength Builds For Elden Ring

Ryan Thomas Bamsey — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:46:17 GMT

Faith, as a stat and playstyle, is one of the most interesting in all of Elden Ring. Where Strength, Dexterity, and Intelligence all play into raw damage in one way or another, Faith weaves its way through all kinds of incantations and in various satisfying builds.

The Best Intelligence/Dexterity Builds In Elden Ring

Ryan Thomas Bamsey — Sun, 16 Jul 2023 20:15:17 GMT

Pure Intelligence builds have their niche in Elden Ring, but some of the most fun builds are hybrid creations. Intelligence/Dexterity hybrids are some of the strongest builds in all of Elden Ring thanks to a staggering number of amazing weapons and spells that require them.

Iconic Video Game Levels Everyone Recognizes

Carlos Mestre — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 23:46:16 GMT

The immersive power of video game levels and locations cannot be overstated, as they serve as the backbone of the gaming experience, transporting players to captivating virtual worlds. Whether they immerse us in the rich tapestry of a game's narrative or lead us on a thrilling and unexpected adventure, these meticulously crafted environments leave an indelible mark on our gaming memories.

Elden Ring: Most Visually Stunning Bosses, Ranked

Marielle Elish. Ferraren — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:45:15 GMT

Elden Ring's bosses are on a different level, and anyone who's played the game can get behind that claim. There are many in the game, but a few stand out as visually stunning treats for you to behold as you fight them. It's an experience you aren't sure to forget as they fill the screen with a never before seen flair.

Hardest Boss Fights From The Last 10 Years

Carlos Mestre — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:45:16 GMT

Boss fights have evolved into epic encounters of skill, strategy, and sheer determination, with some of the past decade's battles etching themselves into gaming legend. Each boss presents a unique set of challenges, demanding planning and quick reflexes.

Elden Ring Is A Third Off At Amazon This Prime Day

Josh Coulson — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 07:01:15 GMT

Amazon Prime's streaming service might not have the same heavy hitters as Netflix and Disney Plus, but it does have one significant perk that its rivals do not. Deals on thousands of products through Amazon, likely the leading reason most people have Prime. Prime Day is upon us which means there has never been a better time to be a subscriber, especially if you're on the hunt for video games.

Ranking Every Soulsborne Protagonist

Lucas John Ellinas — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:00:17 GMT

Soulsborne games are known for many things: their punishing gameplay, the hauntingly beautiful atmospheres, and their creative boss designs. But something you might not think of immediately are the protagonists.

Elden Ring Players Share Their Favourite Alternative Builds

James Troughton — Sun, 09 Jul 2023 13:35:15 GMT

Elden Ring fans have found all sorts of ways to completely break the game with overpowered builds, prompting FromSoftware to roll out nerfs like there's a necessity for live-service balance--let us have our Mimics and Rivers of Blood, eh? But away from the OP steamroll setups are bizarre and fun alternative builds designed to simply make each run unique. And fans have been sharing all sorts on the subreddit.

The Best Sorceries In Elden Ring

Andrew Scariati — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 06:31:16 GMT

Magic has always been an element in FromSoftware's fantasy worlds, but in Elden Ring, it really feels like a cornerstone of gameplay, rather than a niche build choice. The sheer amount and diversity of sorceries within the world are astonishing compared to past Soulsborne titles.

Someone's Goldfish Just Beat Malenia In Elden Ring

James Troughton — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:17:34 GMT

Malenia is tough as nails. I spent a good three hours dying to her first phase before finally conquering her, only to find that she sprouts wings and packs an even meaner punch in a second surprise phase. Let Me Solo Her put us all to shame once already by making the fight look like a cakewalk, but PointCrow is here to rub even more salt in the wound since his goldfish has now beaten her.

How To Increase Your Max HP In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:45:15 GMT

In FromSoftware’s games, it is often better to dodge attacks than to try and tank them. But even the best players are going to get hit every once in a while, a fact that is more true in Elden Ring than in any of their previous games thanks to bosses like Malenia, whose attacks are difficult to dodge no matter how easy challenge runners make it look.

Elden Ring: Best Shields For Dealing Damage, Ranked

Lucas John Ellinas — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 23:46:17 GMT

Common wisdom will tell you that shields are for protecting yourself from damage. In Elden Ring though, some shields can do far more than that. You might immediately think of something like the Jellyfish Shield, which you’ll see in quite a few one-shot builds thanks to its ability to boost the damage of your attacks.

The Best Games To Play While Listening To Music

Kyle Chamaillard — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 22:31:16 GMT

It's easy to lose hundreds of hours playing certain video games. Whether you're running around checking off every box on your to-do list or simply engaging with the game's world and mechanics, you might end up hearing the same song playing in the background for long periods of time.

8 Best Comical Video Game Villain Laughs

Allyson Cochran — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 22:15:15 GMT

In the vast realm of games, we encounter villains of all different powers, backgrounds, and, most importantly, laughs. These games feature everything from the spine-chilling chuckles that make us double-check our nightlights to the side-splitting cackles that have us reaching for the pause button in fits of giggles.

8 Challenges To Make Elden Ring Even More Difficult

Zackary Wiggs — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 23:46:17 GMT

Everyone likes a challenge from time to time, some even where their hobbies are concerned. That's why Elden Ring and other Soulsborne-type games have so many players from day to day. It's a far cry from games that make you feel invincible, but it can be a lot of fun trying to overcome unforgiving enemies that are so obviously stacked against you.

Elden Ring Player Data Skewed By Farming 12 Billion Albinaurics

James Troughton — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:44:20 GMT

There's no easy way to put this other than 'you are all monsters'. I don't know what Elden Ring's equivalent of Hell is, maybe an eternity of Caelid, but you're going there. 12 billion albinaurics? That's how many you lot slaughtered in your quest to get runes. Was it worth it? You could've just duped like the rest of us and left them alone.

The Best Intelligence/Strength Build For Elden Ring

Adam Carr — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:15:16 GMT

Being a wizard in Elden Ring is all well and good. Sometimes you want to throw moons, launch lasers, and generally be a walking talking nuclear bomb. But that doesn’t appeal to all people all the time. Sometimes you want to wrap your hands around a big stonking stick and smack some guys. After all, even Gandalf had a sword.

Elden Ring: The Most Fun Builds

Roland Martinez — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 22:30:16 GMT

Elden Ring has plenty of playstyles that are bound to keep you entertained for hundreds of hours, across many playthroughs, and through countless deaths. The game has plenty of room for creativity when it comes to making a fun build you want when searching for something outside your usual go-to build.

The Best Staves In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:30:16 GMT

Builds focused around sorceries are among the most powerful in Elden Ring. When properly optimized, they can trivialize some of the game's most difficult bosses. And if you’re going to cast sorceries, you’ll need a staff. You’ll come across many as you travel the Lands Between, but some are substantially more useful than others.

The Best Soulslike Games On PS5, Ranked

Cameron Miller — Sun, 18 Jun 2023 19:30:18 GMT

Sometimes you just need a game that’s going to pose a serious challenge. Games like that go a long way in keeping a shorter game at a decent playtime, thanks to how often you’ll have to re-fight bosses. Obviously, the best kind of game for that kind of thing is a soulslike game.

The Best Video Game Trailers Of All Time

Jacqueline Zalace — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 20:30:18 GMT

Trailers are quite possibly the most important piece of marketing for a video game. There are plenty of games that left a lot to be desired that managed to build up hype for their release thanks to incredibly iconic trailers. Even though there have been plenty of amazing trailers over the years, being excellent doesn’t necessarily make them all memorable.

11 Best Spears In Elden Ring

Andrew Scariati — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 21:30:16 GMT

Elden Ring spears are some of the most sought-after weapons to hoard for your arsenal. While you may have grown fond of certain weapons, you may want to consider a spear build to get you through the challenges lurking in the Lands Between. The best Elden Ring spears fit an excellent niche for taking care of enemies with long weapons or reach.

Where Does the No Maidens Meme Come From?

Sachi Go — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 21:45:15 GMT

Every now and then, a video game garners a massive fan base that inevitably spawns a meme that pervades every corner of the internet. These are the times that the mainstream feeds of your older brother’s Facebook group and the seedier annals of 9gag find common ground.

Elden Ring Leaker Claims Shadow Of The Erdtree Started As Two DLC Packs

James Troughton — Tue, 30 May 2023 10:01:48 GMT

Elden Ring finally unveiled its DLC earlier this year, but according to prominent leaker Lance McDonald, the plan was to launch two separate DLC packs with a season pass. Somewhere along the way, these ideas got merged into Shadow of the Erdtree.

The Best Curved Swords In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Sun, 28 May 2023 23:31:17 GMT

The list of Elden Ring’s Curved Swords contains weapons with some extremely niche effects, several of which are exceptionally powerful, while others are… less so. Looked at as a group, they are extremely strong, dealing good damage and causing rapid status buildup, especially when dual-wielding.

The 15 Best Straight Swords In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Sun, 28 May 2023 21:30:16 GMT

You might think Straight Swords would be the most basic of all weapon types in Elden Ring. After all, when imagining a medieval weapon, the simple sword is probably the first to come to mind. However, Elden Ring’s Straight Swords actually have some of the more unique designs in the game.

Elden Ring Players Are Just Realising Rennala Fight Is An Illusion

Sean Murray — Sun, 28 May 2023 12:00:16 GMT

There are a lot of powerful demigods to fight in Elden Ring, but Rennala isn’t one of them. When you meet Rennala, she’s a shadow of her former glory. Clearly gripped by a deep depression, the first half of the fight is hardly against Rennala at all. She simply floats above the fray guarded in a magical shield while her bizarre Juvenile Scholars hurl objects and cause chandeliers to crash around the player.

Elden Ring, Minecraft Mods Simulate Effects Of Long COVID

Sean Murray — Tue, 23 May 2023 15:00:36 GMT

COVID-19 is still a huge problem worldwide, and while many recover from it, others aren't so lucky. For some, it becomes a debilitating disease that leaves you constantly fatigued, unable to think, and sometimes even unable to stand. Long COVID, as the condition is called, is poorly understood and so far has no cure, with millions of people still suffering.

10 Most Underrated Spirit Ashes In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Mon, 22 May 2023 22:15:15 GMT

Most Elden Ring players will be familiar with the game’s most powerful Spirit Ashes, like Mimic Tear or Black Knife Tiche. And we're not here to tell you that those summons aren’t worth using; they can basically win fights by themselves. However, Elden Ring contains a wide variety of Spirit Ashes, each with their own pros and cons.

From Ganondorf To Malenia, Fans Debate Bosses With Good Buildup, Bad Gameplay

Justin Reeve — Sun, 21 May 2023 23:05:53 GMT

Players have recently been flocking to Resetera, taking part in a thorough discussion about bosses in video games that excel in buildup and atmosphere but ultimately fall short in terms of mechanics. Users have been sharing their experiences and frustrations with these disappointing encounters, sparking a passionate debate within the gaming community.

Elden Ring Fans Are Bullying Draconic Tree Sentinel To Show Off Powerful Builds

Joshua Robertson — Sun, 21 May 2023 13:00:21 GMT

Elden Ring has numerous tough and challenging boss fights, but there are very few that draw more ire than the Draconic Tree Sentinel in the Capital Outskirts. He's considered by many players across the community as one of the game's first big skill checks, making mincemeat out of any casual players who manage to drag themselves across The Lands Between up to that point.

How To Get Through The Lake Of Rot In Elden Ring

Sharnelle Earle — Sat, 20 May 2023 15:15:16 GMT

Lake of Rot is part of a secret underground river system, hidden beneath the Lands Between in Elden Ring. Walking through the scarlet rot lake means imminent death and the bosses and enemies don't help, either. It can be frustrating trying to figure out where to go when the very ground you have to walk on kills you.

10 Weirdest Weapons In RPGs

Zackary Wiggs — Fri, 19 May 2023 21:00:20 GMT

There are plenty of different qualities that can pull you in to the RPG genre. The ability to alter your play style depending on who you want to be, the interesting locales, and even the impressive storylines can all bring players in.

After TOTK And Elden Ring, What Are The Chances There's A Huge Underground Area In Grand Theft Auto 6?

Andrew King — Tue, 16 May 2023 17:30:15 GMT

Elden Ring’s biggest shock was its elevators. One second you thought you were walking around the Lands Between, and the next you were suddenly on a seemingly endless ride to the center of the earth. When the lift finally stopped moving, you realized that there was an entire area, roughly as big as the one on the surface, contained below the main map. It was a startling realization, a “wait, how big is this game?” moment for the ages.

Elden Ring Fans Want Mimic Chests And Chalice Dungeons Patched In

Sean Murray — Tue, 16 May 2023 14:36:57 GMT

There's no denying that Elden Ring is a tough game, but for some reason, Tarnished over on the Elden Ring subreddit are suggesting ways to make it even tougher. Those include adding Mimic chests and Chalice Dungeons from Bloodborne.

How To Activate Rykard's Great Rune In Elden Ring

Adam Carr — Sun, 14 May 2023 18:45:17 GMT

Elden Ring has many mysteries, some of which are still waiting to be uncovered. One of the more interesting aspects of the game, and one that is often overlooked, are the Great Runes. These nuggets of power can make or break builds and are all incredibly powerful once activated.

Elden Ring Fans Want To See Let Me Solo Her As An NPC In The DLC

James Troughton — Fri, 12 May 2023 13:15:15 GMT

Let Me Solo Her is a bona fide Elden Ring celebrity, skyrocketing to fame after helping slay over 1,000 Malenias for those lucky few Tarnished. Bandai Namco sent him a gift, fan art dedicated to him flooded the community, and he even beat a Malenia-only run. But players want the DLC to take things a step further by introducing Let Me Solo Her as an NPC.

Elden Ring Has Sold Over 20 Million Copies

Lu-Hai Liang — Thu, 11 May 2023 16:02:09 GMT

It might be hard to recall but once upon a time Demon's Souls and Dark Souls were considered rather niche. These games developed a cultish following, a devoted player base that breathed, in slightly strained and eye-veined tones, to anyone who would listen about them.

The Best Main Boss Order For Elden Ring

Branden Lizardi — Wed, 10 May 2023 19:30:15 GMT

Elden Ring has an almost overwhelming expanse of regions you can explore, each with its own unique and intimidating bosses leading the helm. With an open narrative and an even more open world, how you want to progress through each encounter can vary. As such, there's no true order that you should fight each boss.

The Best Ways To Break Enemy Stances In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Tue, 09 May 2023 20:45:14 GMT

Elden Ring is in many ways a spiritual successor to the Dark Souls games, but it has some significant differences as well. One of the most notable is the addition of a Stance system. If you hit enemies with an attack or spell that does a lot of Stance damage, they will be put into a vulnerable state, opening them up for a critical hit or a slow, powerful ability that would be hard to land otherwise.

The Hardest Way To Play Dark Souls Is Still With A Mouse And Keyboard

James Troughton — Tue, 09 May 2023 16:00:14 GMT

Another week, another ‘Streamer beats Dark Souls with their eyes closed, using nothing but a wired-up baguette, while hanging upside down and reciting the entirety of Shrek’. The ways in which people beat Soulsborne games never cease to amaze me. Yet, there’s a very simple challenge baked into each Dark Souls game already—playing with mouse and keyboard, inarguably the worst way to play one of these games.

Best Dexterity Builds In Elden Ring

Sean Murray — Tue, 09 May 2023 15:45:15 GMT

Sometimes you want to embrace your inner weeb and go all out - just this once - in Elden Ring. Dexterity builds are fast, they are deadly, and despite not rocking the raw damage numbers of a Giant Crusher, can still chunk the unsuspecting with their various katanas, curved swords, and whips. These builds are for the tricksters.

The Best And Strongest NPC Summons In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Mon, 08 May 2023 00:45:16 GMT

As most players will know, Elden Ring (and many of FromSoftware’s other games) allows you to summon other players to help you fight through the nightmarish world they've crafted for you. But if you don’t feel like relying on other people, and want to stick to the story beats, the game provides you with NPCs you can summon as well.

Armored Core 6 Is The Antidote To The Modern Gaming Hype Cycle

Ben Sledge — Sun, 07 May 2023 14:30:15 GMT

Starfield was announced at E3 2018. The Elder Scrolls 6 was announced at the same show, and was still in pre-production as of June last year, so we won’t be seeing that for a good few years. Cyberpunk 2077 was announced in 2012 and released, albeit after multiple delays, in 2020, an eight year period during which developer CD Projekt Red drip-fed players announcements, screenshots, and trailers to keep excitement at fever pitch.

Elden Ring Fans Share Their Deepest Fears For The Shadow Of The Erdtree DLC

Joshua Robertson — Sun, 07 May 2023 12:00:15 GMT

Elden Ring officially has some DLC in development, and now that we're two months from the initial announcement with no release date in sight, the anticipation is almost palpable. Fans are doing whatever they can to pass the time until release, whether that be making their own boss fights, or cosplaying as a squeaky clean soap sorceress terrorising The Lands Between with bubbles.

Elden Ring Players Still Can't Figure Out Fall Damage

Vaspaan Dastoor — Sun, 07 May 2023 10:41:24 GMT

By now, you've learnt that there are many dumb ways to die in The Lands Between. You could challenge a Runebear, get sniped by a Giant Crayfish out of nowhere, or try and pet a not so friendly dog. However silly your death might look, nothing compares to the frustrating hilarity of dying due to fall damage even though it looks like a safe height. That's just Elden Ring for you.

Someone Is Playing Elden Ring Upside Down With A Steering Wheel

Josh Coulson — Sat, 06 May 2023 10:00:15 GMT

It has officially reached the point where it feels like Elden Ring players are pulling items and scenarios out of a hat and then using whatever they select to play the game. That's the only reason I can think why someone has decided to play the game upside down using a steering wheel. Much like some of the other weird and wonderful ways people have been playing Elden Ring, it showcases something many of us can only dream of doing.

Ranking every Reaper In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Fri, 05 May 2023 21:00:16 GMT

Elden Ring’s Reapers, or what might more commonly be called scythes, have a number of unique qualities. Aside from looking cool, they also ignore a significant amount of the damage negation from shields, which can be useful in both PvE and PvP. Additionally, they all come with innate Bleed buildup, which is always a nice bonus, even if you don’t make it the focus of your build.

The Most Common Builds In Elden Ring

Carlos Mestre — Fri, 05 May 2023 18:30:14 GMT

There have been more Elden Ring character builds introduced to the Lands Between, making the game much more enjoyable due to the variety of character concepts. It's always great to see fresh ideas in the game, especially in multiplayer situations. However, some builds remain more prominent than others.

The Weirdest Video Game Missions

Carlos Mestre — Thu, 04 May 2023 19:01:14 GMT

When we accept a quest from an NPC, we don't read too much into the details beforehand. It's only when you're in the midst of some bizarre situation that you realize things are getting strange. Some games are notorious for their over-the-top side missions, while others use the element of surprise in their main campaign.

Elden Ring Fan Shocked Caelid's Giant Dogs Can Be Repelled By A Torch

Sean Murray — Wed, 03 May 2023 15:19:12 GMT

If there's one thing that all Elden Ring fans agree on, it's that Caelid sucks. Rot-filled swamps infested with monstrous crows and enormous dogs the size of T-Rexes? No thanks. I'd skip it if it weren't required for Ranni's questline.

Fan Made Elden Ring Chess Set Lets You Recreate The Shattering

Vaspaan Dastoor — Wed, 03 May 2023 11:24:50 GMT

The Shattering is one of the flashpoint events that took place in the Lands Between before the events of Elden Ring. It essentially set up the existing status quo when the Tarnished returned. While the narratice doesn't actually tell us much about it, a lot can be inferred from flavour text strewn across the game, in typical FromSoftware fashion.

Elden Ring Fans Have Started Making Their Own Boss Fights

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 03 May 2023 01:08:50 GMT

Elden Ring is over a year old now, and despite being absolutely massive, most of its die-hard fans have experienced pretty much everything The Lands Between is able to throw at them. Every dungeon has been plundered, every boss has been felled, and every weapon has been obtained. With the recently announced Shadow of the Erdtree DLC still without a release date, fans have decided to take it into their own hands to create something new for the community, and now they've started making their own boss fights.

The Best PC Games Of 2022

Vanessa Esguerra — Tue, 02 May 2023 15:00:15 GMT

There were a lot of new PC game releases in 2022 that had us preoccupied, but there are games that were more frequently mentioned than others. Popularity aside, some of these games just feel better to play on PC than on mobile or your consoles. Some titles are exclusively played on PC, which you should catch up on if you haven't played them yet.

Elden Ring Player Kills People With The Power Of Soap

Sean Murray — Mon, 01 May 2023 19:13:32 GMT

There are plenty of good PvP builds out there in the Lands Between, and there are also plenty of Elden Ring fans cosplaying as various characters from Batman to Geralt of Rivia. Very rarely do these cosplays turn out to be as effective as pure-PvP builds, but Lavender the Soap Sorceress might just be the first very first.

Elden Ring: All Dragon Fights, Ranked Easiest To Hardest

Charlene Maria Teressa — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 20:31:14 GMT

The Soulsborne franchise is no stranger to including dragons boss fights, making for some memorable gimmicky fights like the Ancient Wyvern from Dark Souls 3. With Elden Ring joining the fray and having a whopping collection of over 100 bosses, their dragon boss fights are some of the most challenging and heart-stopping.

Elden Ring Player Kills Morgott By Rolling After Eight Grueling Hours

Sean Murray — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 11:00:15 GMT

We've seen no-hit runs, we've seen permadeath runs, and we've even seen somebody beat Elden Ring using nothing but the power of their own mind. But beating Elden Ring to death with nothing but your bare fists? That takes dedication, especially when you're already well beyond New Game Plus.

FromSoftware Fans Debate Which Soulsborne Game Has The Best Level Design

Joshua Robertson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 14:00:15 GMT

FromSoftware is reposnsible for some of the greatest games ever made. Each one is filled with memorable locations with exquisite level design, jam-packed with winding corridors that intersect and open up to reveal shortcuts and all manner of horrible monstrosities to fight. Fans of the Soulsborne series have been debating which location has the best level design in the series on Reddit, and there doesn't appear to be one standout answer.

Elden Ring Fans Think Unmasked Godskin Apostle Looks Like Mark Zuckerberg

Joshua Robertson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:00:15 GMT

Throughout your travels across The Lands Between, you will come across a whole bunch of mysterious and deadly enemies that hide their faces from you. Whether it be because they're too hideous for mere mortals to comprehend, or for just for a little extra protection, Elden Ring has its fair share of masked monsters. There are even some masked bosses that you can't quite get a good glimpse of while fighting them, the Godskin Duo being a prime example.

FromSoftware Says It Wants To Release New Games More Frequently Going Forward

Joshua Robertson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 01:14:16 GMT

Earlier today, FromSoftware announced that Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon will be releasing this August, much to the surprise of quite a large majority of fans. With Elden Ring being a little over a year old, and the recently announced Shadow of the Erdtree DLC currently in development, many were surprised to see the game releasing as soon as it is. However, we may see the developer release more new titles on a regular basis, as that's exactly what it wants to try and do going forward.

Armored Core 6 Doesn't Have A Poison Swamp, Thankfully

James Troughton — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:08:29 GMT

Thank god Armored Core 6 won't have a poison swamp. I can't tell you the pain I experienced playing through Blighttown on a crappy hand-me-down laptop, slowly withering away while I stuttered to death, or as I ventured beyond the hills (or under them) for the fifth time in Elden Ring just to find another poison swamp. FromSoft loves 'em, fans love to hate 'em, but we're getting a break with AC6.

Elden Ring's Let Me Solo Her Has Completed Their Malenia-Only Challenge Run

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 23:46:58 GMT

Last month, Elden Ring legend Let Me Solo Her set off on a quest to do something that sounds like it should be impossible - complete a playthrough of Elden Ring in which every single enemy has been replaced by his arch-enemy Malenia, Blade of Miquella. A lot of people probably thought that this challenge would be too much for our pot-wearing, katana-wielding hero, but he actually finished the run yesterday, streaming the entire experience on his YouTube channel.

22 Best Open-World Games On Steam

Sanyam Jain — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 21:31:14 GMT

Video games offer an outlet, a place devoid of the stresses of daily life, where you can delve into the stories they have to tell. But none does this better than the open-world genre, where the possibilities are endless, and the scope is unimaginable. Whether you're a fantasy geek keen to become a dragonslayer in Dragon Age or a sci-fi lover wanting to explore the galaxy, you certainly won't get bored so easily.

10 Best Games That Mix Sci-Fi And Fantasy

Zackary Wiggs — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:30:20 GMT

From horror games that will make you want to leave all the lights in your house on, all the way to fun family games that are great for kids, there are so many genres of video games, that everyone is bound to find something they like.

10 Largest Bosses In Elden Ring

Tallis Spalding — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:30:15 GMT

The various bosses in Elden Ring are often intimidating in stature - especially when compared to your character. However, some of the bosses you can fight absolutely trump others in size, though it's not always obvious. If you were to see one in real life, you'd probably run for the hills because they would pulverize you and your city.

The Best Intelligence Weapons In Elden Ring

Kendall Cunningham — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:30:14 GMT

There are a lot of really powerful weapons in Elden Ring, but weapons in the Souls series usually scale their damage with your stats. An unfortunate truth that comes from this is that you will inevitably end up locked out of using a lot of cool weapons, simply because they do not scale with your chosen build.

Melania's Rot In Elden Ring Looks Like Real-Life Fungal Bloom

Sean Murray — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:11:46 GMT

There are a lot of mushrooms in Elden Ring. I'm not just talking about the item, which can be found throughout the Lands Between. There's loads of mushroom imagery throughout the game, but perhaps none so much as the Goddess of Rot herself, Melania.

Elden Ring Player Beats Malenia In 10 Seconds

Josh Coulson — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:43:56 GMT

Malenia is the toughest boss to beat in all of Elden Ring. I don't think that's a statement many would argue with. Thank goodness beating her isn't mandatory if you want to finish the game. Many of you have opted to battle Malenia though, and some of you have become so adept at knowing what she can do, and more importantly what can damage her most, that one of you has managed to beat the most intimidating boss in all of The Lands Between in just ten seconds.

The Best Flask Of Wondrous Physick Mix Combos In Elden Ring

Kendall Cunningham — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 14:30:15 GMT

FromSoftware has taken its Soulborne gameplay formula to new heights with the launch of Elden Ring. The implementations of an open world, mounted combat, and so much more have combined to create an experience unlike any other in gaming. Some of the most unexpected additions to the game have had huge effects on how it's played.

10 Animals That Become Monsters In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Sat, 22 Apr 2023 15:00:16 GMT

When you have a world as big as Elden Ring’s, you’re going to need enemies to fill it. And while the Lands Between contain the usual suspects, ranging from human-like enemies to traditional fantasy creatures – albeit with From Software’s usual flare–Elden Ring is also populated with what would be relatively normal creatures in the real world.

Tears Of The Kingdom Is Giving Me Flashbacks To The Best And Worst Of Elden Ring

Stacey Henley — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 14:00:15 GMT

Everyone has their favourite part of Elden Ring. For some of you it might have been a difficult boss battle you eventually overcame. For others, discovering one of its many sprawling regions for the first time. Maybe it was constructing the perfect build, finding the ideal weapon, or some myth you constructed in the game's world by virtue of its open narrative that makes its players co-writers. For me, it was before the game came out.

Best Boss Battle Quotes In Video Games

Erin McKendrick — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 14:30:16 GMT

You’re fighting a boss and repeatedly dying, just to hear the same dialogue over and over again. Most of the time it makes the losses even more frustrating, and you might even find yourself reciting the dialogue with your enemy. But despite the annoyance, you can’t deny that some boss battle dialogue is absolutely iconic.

Elden Ring Streamer Beats Final Boss In Four Hours With Her Mind

Josh Coulson — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:45:54 GMT

Elden Ring players have played and even beaten the game in so many inventive ways, it's hard to imagine those of us who play it normally can still be wowed. Enter a streamer named perrikaryal who has managed to beat the game using only her brain. Yes, despite my own exploits in Elden Ring you might claim everyone uses their brain to play, but this is a little different.

Elden Ring Glitch Lets Malenia Keep Fighting After She's Been Defeated

Josh Coulson — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 14:10:50 GMT

Elden Ring is filled with some of the toughest bosses you will ever have the misfortune of facing in any video game. However, it appears to have been firmly decided upon at this point that Malenia is the toughest of them all, ranking her right up there with the hardest boss fights in gaming history. Now imagine sharply inhaling that sigh of relief you let out when you beat her because The Blade of Miquella decided to keep on bothering you from the grave.

10 Games Where Your Weapon Is Bigger Than You

Casey David Muir-Taylor — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:00:17 GMT

Throughout gaming’s history, there have been a number of iconic video game weapons. Sometimes it’s a really badass gun and other times it’s an iconic sword. There is something that can be said, however, for weapons that are bigger than the character you’re playing as. Size doesn’t matter, but in video games, it can really ramp up the fun and ridiculous factor.

Best Armor Sets With Unique Effects In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 21:30:16 GMT

When deciding between armor sets in Elden Ring, the factor most players look at is how much damage they will protect you from. More advanced players will then consider how much Poise a set provides, then maybe its Resistances if they’re planning on walking through a swamp.

Best Ways To Farm Runes And Level Up Quickly In Elden Ring

Andrew Scariati — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 15:00:16 GMT

Elden Ring presents a challenge that few other games offer, but you don't have to be a masochist to enjoy the game to the fullest. There are several ways to boost your level quickly with minimal effort, putting you in an advantageous position over the many enemies with fixed levels.

10 Best Great Hammers In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 22:15:14 GMT

Elden Ring's Great Hammers received some significant buffs since launch, with increases in speed, range, recovery time. The general consensus from the community is that these changes made what was previously viewed as a relatively underwhelming weapon class far more satisfying to use - which is great, because few things bring more joy than bashing your way through the Lands Between with a particularly hefty stick.

Best Games Written By Popular Authors

Hilton Webster — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 14:30:15 GMT

Games are an interesting medium when it comes to writing stories because a lot of people don't quite seem to understand the intrinsic qualities of what makes games work. No matter how 'premium' you try to claim your story is, it won't quite work as a game if it's just emulating another medium.

Elden Ring Creator Selected As One Of Time's Most Influential People Of 2023

George Foster — Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:41:07 GMT

FromSoftware's president and the man credited with creating the Soulsborne genre, Hidetaka Miyazaki, has been selected as one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2023.

Elden Ring Fans Think They've Found Where Godrick's Left Leg Comes From

Sean Murray — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 15:31:28 GMT

Even after a year, Elden Ring fans are still prying new lore from FromSoftware's epic RPG. The latest discovery concerns Godrick and his penchant for "grafting," the process of taking bits and pieces off his foes and then grafting them to his hideously misshapen body. Each piece gives Godrick the power of the body it originally came from, with a severed dragon's head allowing Godrick to breathe fire in his second phase.

Elden Ring Fans Port Demon's Souls' First Level Into Game

James Troughton — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:13:30 GMT

Elden Ring is huge as is, but for modders, that's not enough. One dedicated fan has ported the original Souls-like's first level into the game, letting The Tarnished brave Boletaria for a change.

Modern Games That Would Have Been Popular In The Arcade Generation

Cameron Miller — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:46:14 GMT

While there are a lot of gamers who never got to experience it, there was something special (and something unusual) about the era of arcade gaming. Begging your parents for some change in order to get absolutely decimated in a few rounds of your favorite game was a must for many kids.

Every Curved Greatswords And How To Find Them In Elden Ring

Lucas John Ellinas — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 20:45:15 GMT

As you might expect, Curved Greatswords are like Curved Swords, but bigger. In an ideal world, they maintain the speed and elegance of their shorter counterparts, but with the power of a much larger weapon.

Elden Ring Player Beats Game Using A Custom Bop-It

Josh Coulson — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 13:01:15 GMT

More than one year on from someone beating Elden Ring's first boss with a controller made of bananas, it's wild that streamers continue to one-up each other in that regard. While it might not be as bananas as using fruit to traverse The Lands Between, someone completing an All Boss run of Elden Ring using a Bop-It as a controller is equally, if not a little more, impressive than most of the weird and wonderful unique controller runs we've seen so far.

Elden Ring: Every Great Rune, Ranked

Cat Bussell — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 20:30:15 GMT

In Elden Ring, the Demigods offer their own set of unique challenges aside from their daunting fights. Though you only need to defeat two of them to begin Elden Ring’s endgame, they’re all memorable encounters with powerful Great Runes to reward your time and effort.

Secrets And Trivia About Elden Ring's Roundtable Hold

Chris Hinton — Sat, 08 Apr 2023 14:30:14 GMT

As one of the Tarnished, you will endure some of the most grueling confrontations in gaming history - at least if you're new to FromSoftware games. If not, well then, you're effectively a veteran masochist eager to return to the table for more punishment. Elden Ring is chock-full of monstrosities, horrors, and hostile warriors ready to take your head from its shoulders.

Best Easter Eggs And References In Elden Ring

Jerrad Wyche — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 14:30:16 GMT

Elden Ring boasting a staggeringly epic world, both in terms of the map size and location diversity throughout. From the numerous NPC quests to the powerful bosses you face, there's always something else to explore in the Lands Between.

MTG Arena Asks Fans If They Play Elden Ring, Hinting At Possible Crossover

James Troughton — Fri, 07 Apr 2023 10:48:18 GMT

MTG Arena has already confirmed Secret Lair crossovers with Final Fantasy and Assassin's Creed, but it has sent out a new survey asking fans what other games they play, potentially gauging interest for more crossovers.