As you exploreDisney Dreamlight Valley, you’ll encounter classic heroes and villains to befriend. No matter how grumpy some of them might be, they all enjoy freshly baked cupcakes as a gift. With the Thrills & Frills update, even more delectable recipes were added to spread joy to your villagers. These Spaceship Earth-inspired cupcakes are futuristic and classic at the same time, making them a favorite for certain villagers. Thankfully, we’ve written down the recipe for you so that you’ll make them perfectly every time....

Ever watchStar Trekand question the decisions of the iconic series' many captains? Well, here’s your chance to step into their shoes and try captaining a crew of your own. The only caveat is you’ll have to assume the role of one of six captains handpicked from throughout Star Trek history before you begin your head-to-head quest. Beyond that, the journey you take in Star Trek: Captain’s Chair, the new officially licensed deckbuilder that pulls from all corners of the franchise’s far-reaching galaxy, is down to you....

I’ve had mixed feelings aboutStar Wars Outlawssince its first trailer was unveiled last year. I’ve always had a soft spot for Star Wars games, having fallen in love with the medium because of Knights of the Old Republic, and I’ve greatly enjoyed narrative-heavy additions to the franchise like Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. ButI’ve also been getting tired of open world games,especially Ubisoft’s. Outlaws being an open world game fromUbisoftthen is especially worrying because recent games from the publisher have committed, in my eyes, grave gaming sins – they are usually plagued by microtransactions, and its open worlds are padded with rote, meaningless side quests....

Summary Even though it might not feel like the first half of 2024 has been as busy as the same period last year, there have been so many great indie games that you might have missed a few you should definitely try out if you haven’t already. ParticualryTales Of Kenzera: Zauas not only is the EA Original still available for less than $15 onNintendo Switch, but you’re able to now try the game for free, with discounts to come, on all other platforms....

Quick Links Wuthering Waveshas a total of five standard five-star characters, and you can easily get at least two of them in the first few hours of your game. Out of all five characters, Calcharo is arguably one of the strongest because of his heavy DPS, apart from the fact that he also has a satisfying play style. Calcharo is an Electro unit wielding a Broadblade, and he relies on his Heavy Attack, Resonance Skill, and Liberation to do most of the damage....

Summary There are few games as closely associated with the online multiplayer survival horror trend asDead By Daylight. It’s been going strong for several years and has a dedicated fanbase with players who have been loyally playing it all this time. As great as its 4v1 horror formula is, it has spawned many inspired titles that are also worth your time. These games all have something that Dead By Daylight fans are looking for: online co-op, survival horror elements, and a dark immersive atmosphere that never lets up whether you’re winning or losing....

Summary Believe it or not, jazz has been a big part of video games for a while, especially games that come from Japan. Though the influence is subtle at times, many iconic video game OSTs and melodies have adopted the principles and the tone of jazz to create songs that are unforgettable. Whether it’s through rich piano chords or the unmistakable timbre of a trumpet, jazz and games have a tight history....

Outlaws Of Thunder Junction includes four pre-constructed Commander decks inMagic: The Gatheringthat are playable straight out of the box. They are Quick Draw, Desert Bloom, Grand Larceny, and Most Wanted, all with different themes and color combinations to make each one feel unique. Every preconstructed deck includes both original cards and reprints of older cards. The reprints found in the Outlaws Of Thunder Junction decks are varied. Some of the reprints are nothing special due to low value or power, but other reprints are seeing their first reprint since their original printing and are great for many decks while being easily accessible....

Summary On the baseball diamond, the second baseman is the 1B to the shortstop’s 1A. They certainly don’t bear the same magnitude as the label of shortstop does, but second basemen are regularly some of the most reliable, consistent, and solid players you can find on any baseball team. Whether you’re playing Diamond Dynasty or just one-on-one action against friends, having a good second baseman on your team inMLB The Show 24is especially vital....

Summary TheXbox 360feels like it exists in a bizarre world when it comes to challenging games. This console generation was when titles generally started to get much easier, and as such, most of the hardest games were not on retail shelves. Instead, this is when Xbox Live Arcade and indie games came into the fray with that retro-style toughness. It’s astounding how difficult these digital games are compared to full-price retail ones....

The idea of an old great coming out of retirement right when their team needs them most is the stuff of movies rather than real life sport, and withTop Spin 2K25, the jury is still out on how realistic that feelgood story is for video games. 13 years after Top Spin 4, we’re still waiting on a halfway decent tennis sim to arrive. Top Spin 2K25 fills that void, but it leaves a lot to be desired....

When discussing busy periods for big video game releases, the focus tends to be on not having the time to play everything. Particularly so far in 2024 with games likeFinal Fantasy 7 RebirthandPersona 3 Reload, both of which can comfortably occupy 100 hours each. Even though some games, like Persona, are on Game Pass, having the money to play all these games is a big factor too. Hence why when a game you missed out on because it cost $60 or more is on sale, you should try to grab it before it’s too late....

Warframe is releasing its next major update, Jade Shadows, on June 18, which introduces its 57th warframe, Jade, and a new cinematic quest to tell the tale of the Stalker. This villainous figure has shown up in several key moments and preyed upon players since the game’s early days, making it a formidable foe to our Tenno protagonist. Of course, after eleven years of history within an ever-growing universe, many questions arise every time a new cinematic quest is released....