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Nicholas Becher-Senior Staff Writer

Nicholas Becher

Senior Staff Writer

August, 2024
MFA in Creative Writing
Elden Ring, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Baldur's Gate 3
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About Nicholas Becher

Senior Writer based out of Connecticut. Most-played games include Elden Ring, Civilization, Baldur's Gate 3, and others. Born in St. Louis, MO, he moved to Oahu, Hawaii, where he received his BA in English. He relocated shortly thereafter to Florida, where he received his MFA in Fiction at FAU before settling down in New England with his wife and son. 

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Clair Obscur; Expedition 33 - Sciel and Gustave
10 Most Devastating Moments In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is packed full of incredible yet tragic narrative moments, with characters that you can't help but fall in love with.

Split Fiction and DOOM- The Dark Ages
10 Best Video Games Of 2025, So Far

It's hard to believe 2025 is already halfway over, but there have been some amazing standout games so far this year, including Clair Obscur & DOOM.

Baldur's Gate 3 logo and character with sword
10 Late-Game Tips For Baldur's Gate 3, From Someone Who Has Played 1000+ Hours Since Launch

With over 1000 hours invested since Baldur's Gate 3's launch, these are some of my best tips to prepare for the late game and help you through Act 3.

Danseuse Teacher from Clair Obscur with Simon and golden swords
10 Side Areas You Should Definitely Explore In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

There are many hours of side content in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, with optional areas you definitely want to explore for some top-tier loot.

Demon's Souls character with keyart
Is Demon's Souls 2 Possible?

One Soulsborne that really deserves a sequel is Demon's Souls, but the chances of it happening are about as likely as Bloodborne 2.

DOOM The Dark Ages and Doom eternal keyart
Where DOOM: The Dark Ages Takes Place In The DOOM Timeline

If you're wondering where DOOM: The Dark Ages takes place in the larger DOOM universe, it's set before DOOM (2016) & Eternal but after the originals.

rat hands holding a console with xbox and playstation logos
If You Thought David Fincher's Xbox Commercial Was Random, You Should See This PS2 Ad From The Late David Lynch

David Fincher released an Xbox commercial last month that was a bit weird, but there's a David Lynch PS2 ad that blows it out of the water.

Braseleur enemy and Verso with the Glaceso weapon
Should You Explore Frozen Hearts In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

Frozen Hearts is an area you can explore during Act 2 of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and while it is an optional location, it's a must-visit.

Monoco and Golgra In Clair Obscur Expedition 33
Should You Resurrect [SPOILER] In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

You'll want to complete Monoco's relationship side quest in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 if you want to resurrect this beloved character.

Guillermo del Toro and a Big Daddy from BioShock
Guillermo del Toro Says This Popular Shooter Is "One Of The Most Fully Realized Worlds In Any Medium"

Revolutionary director Guillermo del Toro is an avid video game enthusiast, and has lauded them as a narrative art form, particularly BioShock.

Marika's statue in Elden Ring's Chapel of Anticipation.
George R. R. Martin Went "Cold Turkey" After Getting "Sucked In" By These 3 Classic Strategy Games

Game of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin has an addictive personality, which caused him to quit playing three classic strategy games "cold turkey."

A character from GTA 6 trailer and a Cop from the Precinct game cover
If You're Tired Of Waiting On GTA 6, Give This New Steam Game With "Very Positive" Reviews A Try

While it's disappointing we have to wait at least another year for GTA 6, there's a new game on Steam modeled after early GTA & rated "very positive."

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 character sleeping with imagery from the game
I've Played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 For Over 333 Hours, & This One Challenge Still Gives Me Nightmares

The Ascension Tower at the Gestral Beach in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is easily one of the most annoying challenges, harder even than volleyball.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Serpenphere with Monoco and Lune
When Should You Fight Serpenphare In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

If you're wondering when you should fight Serpenphare in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, it will depend largely on your skill level and party build.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Alicia
You Should Complete The Reacher In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

The Reacher is an optional side area in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 that is tied to Maelle's relationship quest, and I highly recommend completing it.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Sirene and Visages
Should You Fight Visages Or Sirene First In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

Once you enter Act 2 of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, you'll have the choice of which Axon to face first, Visages or Sirene, and one is a bit easier.

Dune Awakening placeholder for beta concerns piece
I Enjoyed Dune: Awakening's Beta, But I'm Worried The Spice Won't Be Flowing By Launch

Dune: Awakening's Beta was a lot of fun, but some core combat mechanics are missing and I'm not sure they'll be fixed by launch.

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Dune Awakening timeline cover image
Where Does Dune: Awakening Fit In The Dune Timeline?

Dune: Awakening is an survival MMORPG set on the desert planet of Arrakis in an alternate timeline from the beloved Dune novels.

Shadowheart and Gale
Larian's Swen Vincke Says This Classic RPG Is The Reason Baldur's Gate 3 Feels Like "A World Where Anything Is Possible"

Ultima 7 is one of the most influential RPGs of all time, defining a genre and inspiring the likes of Swen Vincke of Larian's BG3, among others.

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All Xephyr Balls Of Goo Locations In Revenge Of The Savage Planet

Xephyr is the second main planet you'll travel to in Revenge of the Savage Planet, and has a total of 24 Orange Balls of Goo located there.