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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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."

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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."

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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Should You Attack Or Help The Flying Waters Demineur In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

The White Demineur Nevron from Flying Waters in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of many White Nevrons that can be spared for a better reward.

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10 Best Kept Secrets In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

There's no shortage of secrets and mysteries in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and you might be surprised at what lies hidden around the Continent.

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Should You Help The Faceless Boy In The Painting Workshop In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

Helping the Faceless Boy in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is essential if you want to solve the Painting Workshop mystery and learn more about Verso.

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Should You Kill Or Spare The Chalier In Floating Cemetery In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

There's a White Chalier Nevron in Floating Cemetery in Cliar Obscur: Expedition 33 that will challenge you to a duel, but should you kill or spare it?