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Diablo series has always been built upon a deep and captivating lore, one that the developers have steadily expanded from Diablo I all the way through Diablo IV. And when a story grows rich enough, it inevitably invites hidden layers - secrets woven into its fabric for the keen-eyed to uncover.

Players have already unearthed plenty of mysteries within Lord of Hatred expansion, including the ever-elusive Secret Cow Level. Yet according to the development team, at least one major secret still lies completely undiscovered, and the player base hasn't even come close to it.

That proclamation is bound to pique the curiosity of any dedicated explorer. One can only speculate on what that secret might be, then follow the breadcrumbs wherever they lead.

Cow God

For starters, Secret Cow Level is not the end of the bovine-related thread. After defeating Cow King, players can obtain a quest item called Prime Rib. Unlike most such items, Prime Rib can be stacked and will drop from Cow King multiple times.

Its flavour text remarks that this cut is worthy of being offered to anyone - even a deity. If that line carries any weight beyond humour, it suggests that Prime Rib might actually be a sacrificial offering to some divine being.

One possibility is that it points to another god hidden somewhere within Sanctuary. In Diablo IV, the only strange NPC with whom players have directly interacted is the enigmatic fishing merchant, Shi Yugong. His tone and mannerisms bear a striking resemblance to Covetous Shen from Diablo III - even sharing the same voice actor. Should that connection hold true, then Shi Yugong would be the sole divine figure players have ever encountered.

Even more intriguing is the world map itself, which depicts two colossal creatures: one resembling a leviathan fish, and another a sea monster sporting horns and multiple hooves of varying sizes. Moreover, developers have been spotted wearing T-shirts bearing these very motifs during their live streams. Unless they are deliberately misleading the audience, those designs likely carry some significance.

Still, the more probable explanation is that the studio does intend to continue this storyline, but simply has not yet implemented that content. Despite the many hints, players have already exhaustively scoured Secret Cow Level. If the secret truly exists, they are probably very close to revealing it, even if they have not quite managed it yet.

Zoltun Kulle

Another line of speculation ties into a much larger enigma within Diablo IV. For years, the community has accepted that Zoltun Kulle met his end at the hands of Nephalem during Act II of Diablo III. However, hidden within lore manuscripts obtained through Artificer's Stash, a startling revelation surfaces: Zoltun Kulle is in fact the creator of both The Pit and Tower. In other words, he never truly died.

This discovery grows all the more bizarre when players delve into the hidden quest chain surrounding Chorons within The Pit. Scattered across various tiers of The Pit, one can find writings left by Chorons, an ancient Horadrim who once pursued Zoltun Kulle. After failing in that hunt, he somehow became trapped within The Pit, enduring countless ages. His tragic tale culminates in Chorons himself appearing as a hidden boss within those depths.

If Zoltun Kulle indeed fashioned The Pit and Tower, then could the final undiscovered secret involve tracking him down directly? He might be lurking somewhere out of sight, yet players may simply be searching from the wrong angle.

Luckiest Coin

Diablo IV already contains a covert quest line that spans both the base game and the Vessel of Hatred expansion, and it revolves around a lucky coin. In the main campaign, players can initiate a quest to find a Lucky Coin.

During a certain NPC event, if a player loots a fallen enemy while under the effect of a Greed Shrine, that drop will yield a Lucky Coin. Taking that coin to a wishing well east of Cerrigar then rewards the player with Well-Wisher title.

Yet that is not the end. When five players, each using a different class, offer their coins together at the well, a hidden unique ring - Ring of Misfortune - materialises.

Later, in Vessel of Hatred, players discovered Luckier Coin. The process involves heading to the Nahantu region and destroying highlighted containers while under a Blast Wave Shrine. Doing so summons an invincible rat.

One must follow that rat for exactly seven minutes and nine seconds until it randomly explodes, dropping Luckier Coin. Taking this coin to a moss-covered tomb in the town of Samuk, within Nahantu, yields another hidden unique ring: Ring of the Jinx.

The base game has one coin quest line, and Vessel of Hatred has a second. By that logic, Lord of Hatred ought to contain a third, which would guide players toward obtaining Luckiest Coin.

Indeed, data miners have already uncovered Luckiest Coin in the game files, though no one has yet found how to acquire it in practice. Most likely, it will be found in Skovos Isles, and its acquisition will involve some shrine-related mechanic.

Given that both the wishing well in the base game and the tomb in Vessel of Hatred bear inscriptions, players should keep an eye out for any strange, interactive areas that seem out of place.

Those are the leading theories regarding the hidden secrets of Lord of Hatred expansion. Luckiest Coin very well could be the major secret the developers alluded to. Players already know it lies just behind the wall - they simply have not yet found the door.

As the 2026 World Cup progresses, the launch of pre-orders for FIFA 27 draws nearer. Recent reports suggest this will happen shortly after the World Cup concludes, around July 19, aligning perfectly with this game series' traditional pre-order window.

Naturally, beyond following the ongoing contests, you are likely eager to learn about the new changes coming to FUT 27. Perhaps the most significant gameplay addition is the introduction of The Grounds.

Drawing on both confirmed details and leaks, we'll introduce this feature and speculate on whether it will truly resonate with players.

How does The Grounds work?

In current EA Sports FC titles, whether in the highly competitive Ultimate Team mode or the development-focused Career mode, settings are largely confined to stadiums or locker rooms; over time, this can lead to visual monotony.

The Grounds aims to break this mold by introducing a brand-new open-world environment. It features not only football pitches and related facilities but also casual urban neighborhoods.

These public areas boast meticulously crafted visuals, ranging from dynamic weather and seasonal changes to football-themed street art.

As you explore The Grounds, you can engage in new football-related mini-games and interact with structures or NPCs at any time based on open-world prompts.

In essence, The Grounds is an open-world exploration mode built around a football theme. It allows you to unwind or try different gameplay styles without ever leaving FIFA 27 for another title.

What are the feature's other highlights?

While this is a novel addition to FC series, similar concepts have appeared in other sports games, such as The City in NBA 2K MyCAREER mode.

However, The Grounds in FUT 27 brings its own unique flair; otherwise, the mechanic might have faced ridicule from players when it was first leaked.

One standout feature is the ability to join friends for informal, casual football matches. You can earn FC 27 coins in a more relaxed environment and reinvest them into modes that require more capital, such as Ultimate Team.

The value of this mode lies more in fostering social interaction than in pure competition; furthermore, given that FC 27 will be available on multiple platforms, this feature will probably support cross-platform play.

Additionally, The Grounds in FC 27 might feature holiday-themed events, incorporating decorations that match real-world celebrations to create an immersive experience within this virtual football neighborhood.

Leaked information also suggests that The Grounds could include a unique narrative system. Special Points of Interest (POIs) would be scattered throughout the open world, allowing players to trigger distinct story segments through interaction.

Are players looking forward to The Grounds?

Generally, new features tend to be popular in the short term, provided there are no fundamental flaws. And The Grounds is also not merely a single feature but rather a comprehensive system rich in content.

The awkward reality, judging by current community sentiment, is that players do not seem particularly excited about The Grounds. This isn't necessarily due to issues with the system itself, but rather because the developer's track record is eroding player trust.

A poor imitation of The City?

While we have highlighted the unique characteristics of The Grounds in FC 27, its design philosophy bears a striking resemblance to The City from NBA 2K, a mode introduced back in 2020.

Consequently, you may encounter harsh opinions in FC 27 community dismissing The Grounds as nothing more than a clumsy copy of The City.

To be fair, sports simulation games with strong real-world ties are well-suited for open-world gameplay. However, since there are no clear copyrights or patents covering this specific concept, the situation remains somewhat awkward.

Ultimately, everything hinges on the experience of The Grounds when FC 27 launches this September, a prospect that has sparked another concern among players.

Unreasonable demands for points or coins?

In most EA FC titles, coins and points are essential resources for acquiring new players or unlocking specific mechanics.

If you played FC 25, which concluded last year, or are currently playing FC 26, you have likely noticed that the game demands an increasingly high investment of these resources.

This leads to another perspective on The Grounds: developers might require you to consume coins or points for any interactive element, even for interactions that seem completely mundane.

That said, it is premature, and perhaps too pessimistic, to draw such a conclusion right now. Since the developers are willing to introduce such a revolutionary system for FIFA 27, it is entirely possible that the goal is to provide a better experience for the player.

Lessons from VOLTA Mode

FIFA 20 introduced VOLTA mode, which featured flashy street, cage, and futsal-style gameplay along with narrative elements, making it something of a precursor to The Grounds.

Unfortunately, the mode lacked proper planning and development; it was eventually removed from the game and completely replaced by the new Rush mode in FIFA 25.

Given this history, you might be skeptical about the future prospects of The Grounds in FC 27. However, it is worth noting that VOLTA actually predated NBA 2K The City, so it is hard to say definitively who copied whom.

That covers everything in this overview and analysis. Regardless, any assessment of this new feature should wait until the closed beta concludes; for now, it is all just speculation. Here's hoping FUT 27 doesn't disappoint!

Players, Summer Series for MLB The Show 26 officially launched a couple of days ago. Furthermore, it includes some very powerful cards that players might immediately want to complete the mission and acquire as soon as they see them. However, there are some cards that we don't need to rush to collect just yet.

We've selected fifteen decent players from this Summer Series roster, in the Tier list below:

• S Tier: Willi Castro, Tarik Skubal, Chase Headley, Ceddanne Rafaela, Hunter Greene
• A Tier: Ted Williams, Kyle Tucker, Corey Seager, George Brett, Hank Greenberg
• B Tier: Corey Kluber, Grant Taylor, Cal Raleigh, Rob Dibble, Gregory Soto

S Tier

Willi Castro

Willi Castro is undoubtedly considered the strongest card in the entire Summer Series roster. He's an extremely versatile player, capable of playing almost any field except catcher, including the newly added first base ability.

His Vision is indeed slightly low, but as an ambidextrous hitter, this weakness is significantly mitigated. 

Ceddanne Rafaela

Ceddanne Rafaela is also ranked in the S tier, which may spark some controversy.

The key to his S tier ranking lies in his top-tier flexibility, capable of playing center field, second base, and shortstop - a rare quality in the current MLB The Show 26.

Ceddanne Rafaela excels in both speed and base-stealing ability, so we don't need to invest mod resources in his speed or field. 

Chase Headley

Chase Headley also deserves an S tier rating. His new left field ability in this Summer Series significantly enhances his utility, making him very reliable in left field.

Furthermore, Chase Headley's swing rhythm has always been his signature strength. Combined with his excellent contact and vision stats, his overall performance fully deserves an S tier.

Tarik Skubal

At first glance, Tarik Skubal's stats might not seem impressive, but closer analysis reveals his exceptional control as his most outstanding strength.

Furthermore, his clutch performance and stamina are excellent. Crucially, his pitching motion has become remarkably unpredictable and difficult to read. Previously, Tarik Skubal's pitching was easily recognizable in MLB 26, but now it has been adjusted to become deceptive.

Hunter Greene

S tier also includes Hunter Greene. He's slightly better than Chase Headley, and even slightly better than Ceddanne Rafaela.

Hunter Greene possesses an exceptionally fastball and a pitching repertoire of five different pitches. While his control is slightly lower, this pitching depth completely compensates for this weakness.

Moreover, his fastball has an exaggerated effect similar to Nolan Ryan's, combined with his outstanding forkball, making it very difficult for batters to find their rhythm.

A Tier

Ted Williams

Placing Ted Williams in A Tier instead of S Tier might surprise many players. Even though Ted Williams' swing rhythm is highly praised, he can only play one position: designated batting. 

To qualify for S tier, Ted Williams needs to become more well-rounded to justify his designated hitter position.

Kyle Tucker

A viable strategy for Kyle Tucker is to focus on a defensive mod to compensate for his slightly lower speed, thereby gaining greater arm strength and right field defense.

Alternatively, a speed mod can be chosen, allowing Kyle Tucker to not only have good right field defense but also create threats between bases.

In recent years, Kyle Tucker's card attributes have often been less than ideal, but his swing has consistently been excellent.

Corey Seager

Corey Seager ranks ahead of Ted Williams because his defensive value makes his overall contribution higher.

Corey Seager is perfectly capable of playing shortstop, and he could also handle designated hitter without much trouble.

George Brett

George Brett has always been an A-tier player and will probably continue to be so.

Additionally, George Brett's overall stats are quite comprehensive, and he's slightly better than Kyle Tucker mentioned earlier.

Hank Greenberg

Hank Greenberg also deserves an A tier rating because of his outstanding hitting ability and his acceptable defense at first base. After a few upgrades, Hank Greenberg may reach an even higher level.

Furthermore, Hank Greenberg's swing speed will be very impressive in actual gameplay; we can try to add this card to our collection.

B Tier

Corey Kluber

Although Corey Kluber is in Tier B, his slider is still very reliable.

Don't specifically pursue this card, but if you own Corey Kluber, try his slider; it might be much more fun than his sweeper.

Grant Taylor

Grant Taylor's pitching motion and angle are very deceptive, but overall his statistics are quite average.

However, his low hit allow per nine innings against right-handed hitters is significant in a game dominated by ambidextrous hitters, as many top players are right-handed, making this weakness very real.

Cal Raleigh

Cal Raleigh is also placed in B tier because he contributes almost entirely power and lacks other contributions. His contact stats are decent, but his vision is only in the 50s.

Any card that requires a significant investment in MLB 26 stubs will always be problematic if his vision, even with mods, doesn't break 70.

Rob Dibble

Rob Dibble is perhaps one of the most monotonous pitchers in MLB 26. As a pitcher with only three pitches, Rob Dibble would be helpless in the current Switch hitter-dominated gaming environment if batters could identify the fastball.

Gregory Soto

Gregory Soto's ball combination is pretty good, but he didn't have a Sinker this time, which reduced the card's value.

The S tier cards in this MLB The Show 26 Summer Series are indeed excellent, promising a top-tier baseball experience, but some designs are disappointing. Refer to this list and collect cautiously!

Monopoly Go Deluxe Drop has returned, and this time the rewards once again include token skins. More importantly, dice skins are also on the table, so you likely will not want to miss out on what is on offer.

Let us take a closer look at the full reward list for this Deluxe Drop of The Simpsons Album and the best strategies to approach it. Even if your dice reserves are modest, you can still walk away with some fairly decent prizes.

Deluxe Drop Event Date

This iteration of Deluxe Drop runs for a total of two days, with the exact start and end times as follows:

• Start: June 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET
• End: June 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET

Some players like to hoard their tokens and then play at high multipliers, which is a sound tactic. However, be sure to set a reminder so that you do not accidentally let the entire event slip by.

Deluxe Drop Rewards

Deluxe Drop features two pages of milestone rewards. This time around, there are no sticker packs or dice prizes to be found; instead, every single reward is cosmetic in nature. That makes this an event you definitely should not overlook.

Page One:

Page Two:

Deluxe Drop Strategy

Deluxe Drop gameplay just like normal Prize Drop, in that you first need to gather Peg-E tokens and then drop them into one of five slots, watching where they land to earn points. The main difference between the two events lies solely in the rewards they offer.

Completing both milestone pages requires a total of 22,000 points. Unless your luck is extraordinarily poor, roughly 1,000 Peg-E tokens should be enough to claim everything. Even if your dice supply is limited, you still have a realistic shot at obtaining some of the cosmetic rewards.

Playing Deluxe Drop effectively breaks down into two broad phases: accumulating tokens and then using them - unless you simply forget to use them at all. The best approach will depend on your available resources.

Accumulating Tokens

If you have few dice

If you are the type of player who tends to run your dice count down to zero, this event may prove challenging, especially given that Deluxe Drop rewards do not include any dice. You can maintain your usual gameplay rhythm and pick up free tokens from sources like Quick Wins and Free Gift.

Tournaments and banner events also offer a fair number of tokens as rewards, but if you have only 200 dice to work with, you may not be able to gather many Peg-E tokens effectively.

A safer route is to save your dice and play Deluxe Drop exclusively with free tokens. This approach will likely net you only some cash rewards, but you will not lose anything in the process. If you find yourself in need of dice, one free option is to complete sticker set collections, especially the limited-time Monopoly Go Bonus Episode stickers from The Simpsons album.

Most of those stickers are one- to three-star rarity, which makes them relatively easy to collect, and they are only available for a limited window. You can prioritise finishing Bonus set first.

If you have a moderate dice reserve

If you know how to plan your dice usage and have built up a reasonable stockpile, then Deluxe Drop is worth going all out for. This event offers an abundance of Simpsons-themed cosmetics, and few other special events are this generous. Tournaments and banner events become your main targets; you need to accumulate around 700 to 800 Peg-E tokens, which should at least allow you to complete page one.

However, bear in mind that you will hardly replenish your dice from this event, and it is easy to burn through a large number without realising it. Ask yourself honestly whether you can accept ending up with zero dice.

If you have a massive dice reserve

If you are a high-roller player, then none of this should trouble you, because the challenge simply does not faze you. You can easily claim all the tokens from tournaments and banner events, and unlocking both pages of Deluxe Drop is all but certain. The only thing you need to watch out for is the event timer, so that you do not miss the cutoff.

Using Tokens

Because the landing positions are so random, trying to aim precisely for the central jackpot slot is not a reliable tactic. As a result, the community consensus favours focusing on the bumpers, which are easier to control.

Now that hitting bumpers also contributes milestone points, this strategy has become even more rewarding. It is advisable to save at least 200 to 400 tokens before you start dropping, and wait until the final day of the event to use them in a single session.

A multiplier between x10 and x30 is generally recommended, as it allows you to earn rewards efficiently without depleting your tokens too quickly.

When the bumper rewards are dice or extra tokens, you can raise the multiplier higher (for example, x20 to x30). When the bumper rewards are less appealing, you can use a low multiplier like x1 or x5 to clear out unfavourable bumper combinations without wasting many tokens.

If your token supply is already limited, you should target bumpers that offer dice rather than extra tokens, since that will help you earn back some dice along the way. If you have no shortage of tokens at all, you might try gambling with a high multiplier such as x50 to chase the central jackpot.

Even if you do not land dead centre, as long as you avoid the outermost slots, you can still score a significant number of points. It is wise to set a stopping point for yourself, so that you can step away when results turn sour and avoid getting carried away.

Many players recommend dropping from the far left or far right slot, believing that this gives the token a higher chance of bouncing off multiple bumpers along the way. Others prefer the second or fourth slot, arguing that these positions strike a better balance between chasing high rewards and steering clear of the lowest-value zones on both edges.

Monopoly Go Deluxe Drop event does not last very long, but its rewards are excellent. Some players dismiss it simply because it resembles Prize Drop, yet in doing so, they overlook an event that truly offers great value.

Although Path of Exile 2 is essentially a standalone game with little narrative connection to the original, it incorporates several excellent features from PoE 1. In PoE 2 Patch 0.5.0, one of the most notable additions is Mageblood utility belt.

Having been highly sought-after in Path of Exile 1, this item quickly established itself as an essential piece of gear following its introduction in Path of Exile 2 Patch 0.5.0.

So, what exactly does it do, what is its value in PoE 2, and how can you obtain it? Let's take a look.

What does Mageblood belt do?

This item features four random modifiers collectively known as Mage's Legacy. These four modifiers draw from a shared pool of 14 options, and duplicates are allowed.

• Legacy of Amethyst
• Legacy of Basalt
• Legacy of Bismuth
• Legacy of Diamond
• Legacy of Gold
• Legacy of Granite
• Legacy of Jade
• Legacy of Quicksilver
• Legacy of Ruby
• Legacy of Sapphire
• Legacy of Silver
• Legacy of Stibnite
• Legacy of Sulphur
• Legacy of Topaz

However, each specific Mage's Legacy modifier only applies its base effect once. If a duplicate Mage's Legacy modifier appears, the second instance boosts that effect by 25-50%.

Among the 14 possible Mage's Legacy modifiers, five provide massive bonuses to specific elemental resistances, specifically, +60% resistance and +5% to the maximum resistance cap. The maximum resistance cap is a crucial stat in PoE 2.

Given the vast number of possible modifier combinations, the game allows you to consume Divine Orbs to reroll all Mage's Legacy modifiers on the belt to ensure you get the ones you want most.

Beyond resistance-related stats, you can roll modifiers for armor or evasion, as well as offensive modifiers that are rarely found on other belts.

If you manage to roll an ideal combination of Mage's Legacy modifiers, such as substantial resistances, you can free up gear slots previously dedicated to stacking resistances.

This allows you to equip items with different modifiers, thereby enriching your character and build-crafting options.

In addition to the core Mage's Legacy functionality, equipping PoE 2 Mageblood Utility Belt grants you 1-3 charm slots and a 20% bonus to flask recovery. With such powerful and diverse effects, it is no wonder this belt has become so popular recently.

How to obtain Mageblood belt?

There is no restricted farming method for Mageblood in Path of Exile 2; it has a chance to drop after you defeat any boss or a rare enemy with special modifiers.

That said, simply wandering aimlessly around Wraeclast is certainly not a good strategy. Currently, the most common way to acquire this item is by farming Rituals.

This mechanic is a type of PoE 2 endgame event; having been optimized and revamped in Patch 0.5.0, it serves as a reliable method for farming various items and currency.

How to farm Rituals?

The basic mechanic involves encountering special altars, signaling a Ritual encounter, whenever a map has Ritual mechanic modifier.

Monsters are scattered around these altars, and killing them activates the altars. Clicking an activated altar triggers a confined arena where the slain monsters respawn; you must defeat them again to earn tribute, a special currency.

Once Ritual encounter concludes, the favours window appears, allowing you to consume tribute on specific rewards, such as currency, specific gear like Mageblood, or Ritual-exclusive rewards known as Omens.

How to increase the chance of Mageblood appearing?

The more Ritual encounters you complete in a single map, and the tougher the enemies within them, the higher the probability of Mageblood appearing in the favours window.

Naturally, redeeming the belt requires a significant amount of tribute, so slaying many enemies is essential.

To achieve this, you should first unlock relevant nodes in Ritual Atlas tree; for instance, He Approaches node increases the chance of altars spawning rare or magic monsters by 40%.

Additionally, it is best to prioritize clearing city maps, maps with modifiers indicating an urban biome. Thanks to the new Atlas tree, you can utilize four tablets simultaneously and use Divine Orbs to further modify maps, thereby maximizing your returns.

Freedom of Faith tablet is indispensable, as it provides a modifier that doubles the number of Ritual Altars appearing on the map. You will also need two tablets that grant you three additional tribute redemption opportunities.

Next, you need to acquire three specific passive modifiers: one that reduces the tribute cost for re-rolling the altar, one that increases tribute gained from encounters, and one that boosts the odds of rolling Omens.

Without these modifiers, you might struggle to gather enough tribute, or find the re-roll cost prohibitively high, potentially leading to a scenario where a Mageblood appears in the favor window, but you lack the tribute to claim it.

As for Omens you collect, you can use them to craft your gear; alternatively, selling them can generate a substantial amount of currency.

Additionally, defeating Ritual boss increases both the tribute earned and the likelihood of a Mageblood appearing in the favor window.

Once you have offered enough tribute at the favor window, return to Wildwood and locate Aoife; she will open a path to The King in the Mists boss encounter, featuring various Ritual enemies to defeat along the way.

Defeating this boss grants an extra reward: The Head of the King. This item serves as the key to unlocking Rite of the Nameless, a massive, multi-map Ritual encounter.

Completing Rite of the Nameless and returning to Wildwood unlocks a new Pinnacle Boss, The Bodach. Defeating him yields rewards and allows you to start farming Rituals all over again.

Of course, these methods only theoretically increase the odds of Mageblood Utility Belt appearing; they cannot guarantee a 100% drop rate. Ultimately, the more currency you invest in tablets and map modifications, the better your results will be.

In short, I hope that with sufficient time and currency investment, you manage to farm your own Mageblood soon and use it to craft the perfect build for your character! Good luck!

Following a mysterious catastrophe, the ancient Roman Empire lay in ruins, and you, as one of the few survivors, must join forces with the gods to rebuild Rome amid the wasteland and wilderness. That is the premise of Romestead.

Although the game has only just entered early access, it is unmistakably ambitious. It falls into the same survival-crafting genre as Terraria, Minecraft, or Don't Starve. You can raise a city in the wild, recruit settlers, fend off monster incursions, and delve into dungeons to challenge bosses.

Because the development team has packed so much content into it, new players often feel overwhelmed at first. The following early-game tips should help you secure a smoother start.

What should you do at the very beginning?

Once you step into Romestead, you enjoy near-total freedom - you can roam wherever you like, but that will most likely lead to your first death. What you actually need to do, as in any other survival game, is to scout the area around your spawn point and gather resources.

Wood, stone, and basic food form your entire foundation. Without those Romestead items, you cannot construct anything, cannot feed yourself, and will not last long.

Wood deserves your foremost attention. Collect as much of it as you can to build your base. Do not worry about having too much; in truth, you will almost always find yourself short of it.

Next, gather stone to craft your first set of tools, and collect food at the same time so that you do not starve while working. If you happen to spot metal ore, you can mark its location on your map and then carry on with your current tasks, since you cannot process it in the early stages.

How to handle your resources?

Wood, stone, and food are the pillars of your early growth, so you can never have too many. But do not squander them on pretty yet useless structures - that will only slow you down. Reserve them for what you truly need; if you have no immediate use for them, stockpile them, and they will come in handy when you craft other things later.

Rare resources demand a higher degree of caution. Do not waste them on trivial matters, nor attempt to test new buildings before you have a solid reserve. Keep them stored away until you are more established.

As for items that seem useless at the outset - a particular plant, an odd pebble, a strange fragment - they might be key components for an upgrade or for unlocking important content. Keep every single one of them.

If you manage wood, stone, food, and rare resources wisely from the beginning, your progress will flow much more smoothly. If you casually discard something that appears worthless, you could miss an opportunity to advance the game.

Base and Buildings

Some players choose to set up their base right next to the spawn point - convenient, yes, but not necessarily wise. The location of your first base is critical; you need a spot rich in resources. Ideally, choose flat terrain with access to water and plenty of trees nearby.

Building on uneven ground will cause major headaches for later expansion. If you are playing with friends, select a central position that is easy for everyone to reach.

The order in which you construct buildings has a huge impact on your development pace. In the opening phase, do not try to erect a beautiful or fully fledged base. Your top priority is to secure survival and basic production capacity as quickly as possible, because that accelerates every other aspect of the game.

You should first build a simple shelter, a campfire or similar facility, and a basic crafting station - these let you gather resources, prepare food, and forge tools, establishing a stable cycle from the outset. You can then upgrade your structures step by step.

In the early game, build only the facilities you will use immediately. Do not place multiple unnecessary workshops, nor expand your base without a clear reason. Another common mistake is frequently relocating already-built structures, which also consumes resources and time.

Choosing a God

Picking the right deity makes a significant difference, because it can either speed up your growth or leave you struggling to climb. The available gods differ quite markedly from one another, so do not choose one just because its name sounds cooler.

At the start, you need a choice that helps solve your most pressing problems. Each god has its own inclination, and they broadly fall into categories such as:

• Agriculture and production
• Combat
• Hunting and gathering
• Foraging and crafting

It is advisable to select the god that most benefits your base growth and daily resource acquisition. I tend to favour the option that helps stabilise everything first, because that reduces pressure and gives you room to learn the rest of the game without constantly fighting for survival.

If you are playing solo, choose a god that aids survival and efficiency, since you will be handling almost everything by yourself and every second counts.

In co-op mode, the best choice is one that complements your team's division of labour. If someone focuses on combat, another on gathering, and another on building, then allocating divine blessings according to each player's role makes more sense.

How to survive the first night safely?

The first night is a defining moment - if you are not well prepared by dusk, your game may end much sooner than you expect. The minutes just before darkness falls are the most crucial.

Ensure you have enough food to avoid starvation, sufficient wood and stone for quick construction, and at least one basic tool for self-defence.

Do not wait until night arrives to start preparing. Get everything done while there is still light. Base placement before the first night is also key. You can set up a simple, functional camp near your spawn point and avoid venturing too far; that way, if things spiral out of control or you encounter enemies, you can fall back quickly.

Remember to place campfires or basic light sources around your base before dusk. Light not only helps you see, but also deters certain creatures from approaching. It also gives you more confidence to move around.

The survival pressure of the first night is not overwhelming. A crude fence, a closed door, and a basic weapon are enough to handle it. The priority is to keep enemies out rather than eliminate them all at once. If you can withstand the initial assault and keep your base safe, you have already won that first night. Afterwards, with more time and resources, you can upgrade your defences.

Exploring the map and developing your town

Once you have a rudimentary shelter, ample food reserves, decent tools, and some basic defensive measures, you can consider exploring the surrounding areas.

Outside your base, prioritise things that can speed up your progress without introducing unnecessary risk - for instance, nearby wooded zones, visible stone deposits, and edible plants. If you pick up something valuable, do not be greedy and keep gathering; it is better to head back.

To develop your town faster, you first need to expand resource production, then increase storage capacity, and only afterwards make your buildings look attractive. To boost production, upgrade your tools first, and then you can construct the corresponding facilities.

Romestead is not yet polished and still has many bugs, but the process of building an automated town is genuinely enjoyable - and that is where it outshines Terraria. If you like similar gameplay, it is worth giving a try.

ARC Raiders saw a dip in popularity after it was announced that, before Frozen Trail update in October, no other major updates would be released for the time being. However, the upcoming opening of Expedition 4 departure window could help improve the situation.

In ARC Raiders, an Expedition is a process spanning nearly two months, divided into Preparation and Departure phases; all requirements for each phase must be completed in order to trigger the reset and earn permanent rewards.

With Expedition 4 departure window opening soon, we'll cover how long it will last and what you need to do to earn the new permanent rewards.

Expedition 4 departure window duration

Expedition 4 departure window opens once the preparation phase concludes on June 22. Typically, ARC Raiders Expedition departure window lasts one week.

However, during Expedition 3, the window was extended to two weeks to ensure players could meet the requirements following the introduction of new mechanics.

The duration for Expedition 4 departure window is currently unconfirmed. If no new changes are introduced, it may revert to the standard one-week duration, closing around June 30.

However, there is another possibility: if players generally felt that one week was insufficient to complete the new Expedition requirements during Expedition 3 window, the duration might be extended by another week this time as well, ending around July 7.

How to enter the new window?

First, you must complete the material collection tasks across the five stages of Expedition 4 preparation phase. Then, you must actively sign up to participate in the departure window, which serves as Stage 6.

With the window opening soon, if you haven't finished the preparation work yet, you should buy ARC Raiders Expedition Materials on IGGM hurry, or you risk missing this reset opportunity.

Of course, expedition reset is not mandatory. If you feel your skills aren't quite ready or you lack the time to start over from scratch, you can simply skip Expedition 4 and continue with your regular gameplay.

How to complete Expedition 4 departure window?

During Expedition 1 & 2 departure windows, the game assessed your Expedition level based on the total value of the items in your inventory and the coins you held, determining which rewards to award you.

After players criticized the previous mechanism for lacking re-playability, several changes were suddenly implemented just before Expedition 3 window opened; Expedition 4 naturally adopts these revised requirements.

Therefore, to meet the requirements for ARC Raiders Expedition 4 launch window and unlock all permanent rewards and temporary boosts, your primary goal is to deal sufficient damage during the event period.

Meeting this requirement can unlock up to five permanent skill point rewards, allowing you to customize your character more quickly once Expedition 5 begins. If you also completed Expeditions 1 and 2, you stand to gain even more permanent skill points!

The projected damage thresholds and corresponding skill point unlocks are as follows:

• 1 SP: 5,000 damage
• 2 SP: 10,000 damage
• 3 SP: 30,000 damage
• 4 SP: 50,000 damage
• 5 SP: 100,000 damage

Please note that the damage requirement is cumulative; dealing a total of 100,000 damage unlocks all skill points, you do not need to stack them separately.

Other anticipated permanent rewards include at least 12 additional inventory slots and various ARC Raiders cosmetics, all of which are granted simply by participating in Expedition 4.

As for temporary rewards, specifically those earned through participation, these take the form of XP boosts, Scrappy material boosts, and increased repair values.

These bonuses activate upon your first participation in an expedition. With each subsequent expedition, the three boosts stack cumulatively by a certain percentage. However, missing even a single expedition resets them to their base values.

Additional tips

Among the changes introduced during Expedition 3 window is a new feature called Last Call. This feature assists players who completed the preparatory work for an expedition but missed the final launch window because they forgot to sign up.

If you fall into this category, you can use this feature to obtain expedition rewards, excluding skill points. To recover the missed skill points, a new catch-up mechanism assesses your inventory value (based on the criteria from Expeditions 1 and 2) and awards you the corresponding number of skill points.

It is worth noting that this catch-up mechanism was introduced during Expedition 3 window, and the method for earning skill points differs between Expeditions 1 & 2 and Expedition 3. Consequently, the system might undergo some changes this time around.

Is it worth participating in this expedition launch window?

If you have taken part in previous Expeditions or meet the catch-up requirements, Expedition 4 window is not to be missed; otherwise, your bonus streak will be interrupted and reset.

On the other hand, if ARC Raiders does not release any other updates over the next four months, the reset associated with Expedition will be your only opportunity to get more enjoyment out of the game.

Therefore, unless you have barely played during Expedition 4 preparation phase, this launch window is definitely worth participating in.

Once this window closes, the preparation phase for Expedition 5 will probably begin soon, at which point you'll dive into a new round of material farming! Keep up the momentum and keep pushing forward!

Hero Siege, a 2D pixel-style ARPG, has remained popular for nine seasons since its release, thanks to its random loot system and simple objectives that reduce stress. New players shouldn't miss this gold farming guide, and experienced players can also check if they've missed anything.

In-Game Economic System Changes

Recently, Hero Siege has made several changes to its game mechanics. The old method of mindlessly farming Chaos Pillars is no longer the only option. Now, you can customize your farming route using the new Ether Tree, making the game less monotonous. At the same time, game performance has been optimized, and item data is now stored on the server side, effectively combating item duplication and real-money trading, making the economic system healthier. This also provides a fair and transparent platform for farming gold. Next, I'll show you some methods for farming gold:

1. Auction House Flipping
2. Vendoring Items
3. Mining
4. Key Farming
5. Gems Crafting
6. Chaos Tower / Rift Farming
7. Misc Items and Runeword Bases
8. Other Stable Income Sources

Detailed Explanation of Gold Farming Methods

1. Auction House Flipping

This method is completely independent of equipment and can be started from the very beginning of the game. In short, it involves players buying undervalued items at low prices from the auction house and then reselling them at higher prices. This requires a good understanding of the general prices of popular items, being able to spot items significantly below market value. Pay close attention to novice sellers; their pricing is often unfounded. With good luck, even with limited initial capital, you can quickly accumulate wealth.

2. Vendoring Items

This is a very stable source of early-game income. Players simply drag Superior, Rare, Mythic, or Satanic Items they find directly into the trading window of the town's NPC merchant to exchange for gold. There are no transaction fees, and the gold is credited instantly. However, it's best to compare auction house prices before each sale, as NPCs don't adjust prices based on market conditions.

3. Mining

Mining, while tedious, is extremely profitable, especially at the beginning of the season when raw material demand is high. Furthermore, Ether Tree significantly enhances the in-game mining gameplay, directly improving your mining efficiency, yield quality, and the density of ore veins on the map. Players can easily mine desired items by selectively unlocking corresponding nodes in Ether Tree.

Ores, Gems, and rare materials like Jadenium Powder and Tarethium Ore mined in Hero Siege are always in high demand. Besides selling them directly to other players in Marketplace, you can also craft high-level equipment to sell. While it takes some time, the profits are doubled.

4. Key Farming

Keys are in extremely high demand in Hero Siege. Even if you never fight bosses, you can make a fortune selling keys. Angelic Keys, Ruby Keys, and Bifröst Keys are all highly sought after. In Hell difficulty and above, Chaos Pillars may contain modifiers that increase key drop rates, so investing in keys can still yield substantial returns.

5. Gems Crafting

High-level gems are incredibly valuable, so upgrading gems to the highest level and selling them is an excellent way to earn gold. However, it's important to note that you should keep the gems you absolutely need for your own class for personal use, and don't sacrifice your character's progress for short-term gold gains.

6. Chaos Tower / Rift Farming

Chaos Tower and Unstable Rift have high monster density and drop rates, and the quality of the loot is excellent, making it one of the most profitable methods in Hero Siege overall. However, it's best paired with a build that clears maps quickly and deals high damage; otherwise, the time investment won't match the gold gained, making it completely unnecessary.

7. Misc Items and Runeword Bases

Misc Items include various crafting materials, often overlooked by players, leading to shortages. Remember to check your stash regularly; many seemingly insignificant materials can sell for surprisingly high prices. Runewords, on the other hand, are special items that require socketing runes into common rarity items to craft.

This requires a certain level of game understanding, including precise numbers and order of sockets. While somewhat tedious, a base with perfect bonuses and the correct number of sockets, even if of low quality, can often sell for an exorbitant price.

8. Other Stable Income Sources

• Destiny Shards: Obtained by dismantling Mythic Items, used to upgrade equipment; high demand.
• Satanic Crystals: Obtained by dismantling useless Satanics, used to forge stats or increase star rating; their value increases significantly later in the game.
• Runes: Runes are rarer in Season 9; Angelic and Heroic are top-tier. Sell high-value runes obtained early on.
• Scrolls of Ra: Used to craft Eggs/Ankh of Eternal Life and advance quests; everyone needs them; demand is stable.
• Boss Materials: Collect materials from story bosses to craft the Key of Terror required to enter Fallen Inoya, then sell them.

There are many ways to farm gold, but beginners are advised to start by selling equipment to NPCs and mining to accumulate capital before engaging in Auction House Flipping or farming Chaos Tower; this is more efficient. Experienced players should remember to utilize Ether Tree to customize their gold farming routes; the returns will be significantly higher. In short, don't stick to one method; switch flexibly based on Hero Siege market prices.

While the methods listed above offer many options, they all require a time investment and sometimes rely heavily on luck. If you want to quickly accumulate wealth to get high-level equipment and become a top player, you can buy Hero Siege gold from IGGM, allowing you to say goodbye to the tedious grinding process.

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Path of Exile 3.29 remains roughly a month away, yet the official team has already hinted at a special event to bridge the gap before the next League. That event has now been revealed as Return of the Ancestors.

Even if you are solely focused on Path of Exile 2 and have no intention of playing the original game, this news still warrants your close attention. Not only does it introduce an entirely new gameplay mechanic, but it also carries far-reaching implications for the future direction of the entire series, along with substantial in-game rewards.

Return of the Ancestors Date

Return of the Ancestors event has not started yet, and it will run for a full three weeks. Players can join on both console and PC platforms, though you will need to create a fresh character to participate. The approximate schedule is as follows:

• Start: June 25, 2026, 3:00 PM PDT / 5:00 PM CDT
• End: July 16, 2026, 3:00 PM PDT / 5:00 PM CDT

After Return of the Ancestors concludes, your character, gear, and PoE currency will not vanish; instead, they will be transferred into Mirage League. However, certain exclusive rewards from Trial of the Ancestors League will not carry over.

What Is Return of the Ancestors?

This activity first debuted back in PoE 3.22 Trial of the Ancestors League in 2023. You take the field as your own side's unit in a head-to-head battle. Alongside you, you command a number of allied units, and you must face an opposing team.

Those units spawn from structures you have arranged beforehand, and the gameplay bears some resemblance to Teamfight Tactics or Dota Auto Chess. Before each match, you can position your units and assign tactical roles. For instance, you might set Center units to charge directly into the fray and sow chaos, while Flank units attempt to break through quickly and destroy enemy buildings to halt their unit production. Defense units, on the other hand, are tasked with protecting your own structures.

In addition, two of the largest units on the board are you, the player, and the enemy chieftain. To be honest, some enemy chieftains are quite overpowered, and they can even eliminate you in a single blow.

One uniquely distinctive design of the trial is that you never truly die within this mechanic. Even if you are defeated during the trial, you will resurrect inside the system. This means that, theoretically, a dedicated player could remain within the trial indefinitely by continuously acquiring entry tokens from other players, and they could grind all the way to maximum level, even reaching level 100 in Hardcore mode, because there is no permanent death here. Lore-wise, you are not present in your physical body but rather as a spectral projection, so losing a fight does not cost you your character.

Tournament

The overall framework of Trial revolves around a tournament. In the first round, you choose one opponent from several available options. You can inspect what types of units they possess and what rewards you will obtain for defeating them.

This actually introduces a great deal of strategic depth. You have to weigh the rewards and capabilities offered by each opponent, and you can even deliberately allow certain powerful foes to advance to later rounds so that you can claim their exclusive rare rewards in the later stages. It will take several attempts to fully grasp the nuances.

Rating System

As a player, you have your own Rating. This is not a ranking relative to other players; rather, it is a performance score within the tournament itself. The higher your Rating, the better the rewards you receive, but simultaneously the difficulty of the trial escalates significantly.

At high ratings, the numerical scaling becomes extreme, and many top-tier players opt to abandon direct combat in favor of focusing on destroying enemy structures as quickly as possible. Destroying a building requires a channeling action, and you must avoid being interrupted during that process.

Tattoos System

Return of the Ancestors introduces a major system that has a profound impact on endgame character optimization: Tattoos. While casual players may rarely engage with them, hardcore min-maxers absolutely adore these modifications.

Tattoos allow you to alter the small passive nodes on Passive Skill Tree that typically provide only basic attributes. Red tattoos can convert Strength nodes into Fire Resistance or Life Regeneration, while blue tattoos can transform Intelligence nodes into Lightning Resistance or Energy Shield Recovery Rate, among other options.

The variety of tattoos is extensive, and some are extremely rare and powerful. Certain tattoos, for instance, can grant you an additional projectile, which is an incredibly potent effect.

In Return of the Ancestors event of Mirage League, many brand-new tattoos will also be introduced that replaces an original Ascendancy Notable (not Phrecian Ascendancies Notable). Additionally, during the event, tattoos will not be obtainable through Kingsmarch shipping system.

Phrecian Ascendancy Classes

During the event, the original 19 Ascendancy classes in Path of Exile 1 will each have an Alternate Ascendancy version. Among them, Reliquarian Ascendancy does not have a corresponding Phrecian Ascendancy, so it will be temporarily disabled in Return of the Ancestors.

Scavenger Ascendancy has received minor adjustments in relation to the tattoo system: its Tabula Rasa Notable node allows you to apply one additional tattoo, though the node itself does not provide any inherent bonus.

Return of the Ancestors Rewards

During the event, players will automatically receive a Return of the Ancients Mystery Box upon completing the final boss of Act 10, Kitava, meaning they have finished the entire campaign. This reward is guaranteed, but each account can claim it only once during this event. Completing the campaign with multiple characters will not award additional Mystery Boxes.

PoE Mirage Return of the Ancestors also incorporates elements from Legacy of Phrecia activity, so the experience will be quite distinctive. Moreover, the official team has a tendency to port well-received mechanics from PoE 1 over to PoE 2, so we might well see a similar system appear in Patch 1.0 for the sequel.

Following the initial four-season rotation of Series 1, and as the real world enters summer, Forza Horizon 6 launched Series 2, themed Horizon Decades, on June 18th, and also kicking off with summer.

Series 2 continues the format of a new season update every Thursday, spanning a total of four seasons. Each season features its own exclusive seasonal and daily challenges and events, alongside tasks that can be progressed throughout the entire Series 2 run.

Here, we focus on Series 2 Week 1, specifically all the activities available until June 25th that directly reward you with credits.

Weekly challenge: Blast from the Past

Each season within Series 2, meaning every week the series runs, features an exclusive Weekly Challenge. These challenges almost always consist of four steps that must be completed in sequence.

This week's challenge is Blast from the Past. Completing it in full not only earns you Series 2 points to unlock new cars but also nets you up to 25,000 credits! Best of all, the steps aren't difficult, so it's one you definitely shouldn't miss!

Step 1: Acquire 1982 DeLorean DMC-12

Currently, the only way to unlock this car is to unlock it from Autoshow for 72,000 credits; switching the category to DeLorean makes it easier to find.

You likely earned plenty of credits during the previous series, but if you use them all on other cars and forgot to save some for the new weekly challenge, don't worry, you can buy FH6 credits on IGGM to solve the problem!

Once you've unlocked 1982 DeLorean DMC-12, simply take it for a drive anywhere to complete this step.

Step 2: Drive the car and maintain the specified speed

More specifically, this step requires you to drive 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 on any track while maintaining a speed of at least 88 mph for ten seconds.

If you are skilled at Forza Horizon 6, you can complete this step quickly. However, to ensure you can maintain the required speed, it is best to choose a track that is relatively straight and narrow right from the start.

Step 3: Take a photo of 1982 DeLorean DMC-12

There are no extra requirements for this step, such as parking the car in a specific spot; you simply need to ensure 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 is in the frame.

Step 4: Win a road race using the car

Since the game doesn't require you to complete a specific race, you can choose one you are familiar with or have previously won. Alternatively, you can create a custom race with a lower difficulty level and a fun theme to get the job done.

Once you win, Blast from the Past challenge is complete, and all rewards are yours! If you are familiar with Forza Horizon 6, the entire process takes just over ten minutes.

All daily challenges for this week

From June 18 to 25, a new Daily Challenge unlocks at 7:30 AM Pacific Time each day (this applies to future seasons as well). Completing each one earns you 5,000 credits and 1 Series 2 point.

More importantly, each task remains available for a full week rather than just one day. This means that even after Series 2 Week 2 begins, you still have time to complete the challenges from Week 1 (except for the very first one).

Therefore, as of this writing, all currently active Series 2 Week 1 daily challenges are still available to play.

1. Sweet Car O'Mine

This challenge requires you to drive any car manufactured in the 1980s into Evolving World Car Meet and park it there.

Don't worry if you aren't an expert on cars; almost all FH6 cars have their model year listed in their name, which you can use for identification. 1982 DeLorean DMC-12, which you need to unlock for this week's Weekly Challenge, is one such example.

As for Evolving World Car Meet: first, travel to Hokubu Region; you can find the location right next to the coastline, just east of Hokubu Circuit.

2. Take on Me

This challenge requires you to complete a head-to-head race in The Eliminator mode. This mode is essentially a battle royale featuring 72 players, but the actual races are one-on-one; you must keep winning these duels to be the last one standing.

If your goal is simply to complete the challenge, you can just go through the motions after winning one race so you can exit the mode as quickly as possible.

3. Temple of Zoom

Find any 1980s Ford in your garage and drive it to Temple of Nachi Falls to take a photo and complete the challenge. This location is in the western part of Takashiro region; once you find the waterfall, head south and you'll spot it quickly.

4. Be Excellent to Each Other

This is likely the easiest challenge of the week; simply send a Gift Drop to another player. Gift Drops usually contain cars, so if your garage isn't well-stocked, just pick an entry-level model!

5. Short Circuit

This challenge requires a 1980s vehicle, so you can keep using 1982 DeLorean DMC-12 or Ford car from the third challenge, and win a race at Shimanoyama Circuit.

6. Ghostbuster

Again, drive any 1980s car and beat a Ghost driver in Rivals mode. This mode doesn't involve actual players; you simply need to ensure your lap time is faster than the virtual Ghost driver's.

7. Life Moves Pretty Fast

First, locate any Ferrari in your garage; if you don't have one, pick one up at Autoshow. Then, drive it on any track and reach a speed of 150 mph to complete the challenge.

As of now, only the first three tasks are available; the remaining four will go live one by one over the next four days. Keep an eye on the schedule.

That covers everything for this update. If you don't want to miss out on new car rewards, remember to set aside time for the seasonal solo and online events and Series events! Good luck!