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Boss Tips for Silksong, Part 6 – Maggots, Muck, and Misery

We have hit the era of filth bosses. Groal the Great and Chef Lugoli both require you to deal with Muckmaggots in some form. To that end, both are made significantly easier when you have the Wreath of Purity Blue Tool equipped.

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Boss Tips for Silksong, Part 7 – Player vs Environment

There are 43 unique bosses in Silksong, each with its own special trick and gimmicks. Father of the Flame and Voltvyrm both fall into the category of “environmental” bosses, though they do have different niches.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 27

Komano Manato Now Playable in ZZZ

After much wait and controversy, Komano Manato is finally here. While I can understand the annoyance and frustration some people feel with him being an A-Ranked character, I’m of the opinion that having a decent A-Rank DPS is good for the game overall.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 27

Lucia, ZZZ’s Newest Character Slips You into Peaceful Slumber

Perhaps the most “magical” character introduced so far in ZZZ (although Astra is a close 2nd), Lucia’s arrival brings with it the potential for more fantasy elements to be added to the game.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 27

A Gaming Girls Survival Guide: Add Finch app Today!

Gaming girls have it hard, like really hard. Especially gaming moms. There are so many demands on your time and so much that you have to accomplish each day.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

10 Cozy Board Games For The Spooky Season

Forget the horror movie marathons and the stress of surviving another round of Betrayal at House on the Hill; give us the cozy games that won’t give us nightmares!

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Emiru’s Ordeal Sparks Twitch Security Revamp Following TwitchCon Assault Incident

Following a serious security failure at TwitchCon 2025, Twitch CEO Dan Clancy has issued a lengthy public apology to the streamer Emiru. He posted this apology directly on the platform’s official X account, where he took accountability for the incident that occurred during the streamer’s Meet and Greet.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Xbox Calls Exclusives Antiquated—Nintendo’s Success Says Otherwise

Xbox president Sarah Bond recently called console exclusives “antiquated,” citing games like Fortnite, Roblox, and Minecraft as proof that players want access across platforms.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

How to Get Mega Dragonite in Pokémon Legends Z-A

Mega Evolution has made its triumphant return in Pokémon Legends Z-A , and with it comes a host of brand-new Mega forms for beloved Pokémon. One of the most anticipated new additions is Mega Dragonite, a powerful transformation for the original Dragon-type.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Mico, Microsoft’s New Copilot Avatar, Hides a Familiar Face

Microsoft’s latest Copilot update brings a familiar little metal office supply back to life. Clippy—the infamous paperclip assistant from the early 2000s—has returned as an easter egg inside Copilot’s new animated avatar, Mico .

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Xbox Trades Exclusivity for Infinity With Multiplatform Releases in 2025

According to Xbox executive Matt Booty, Microsoft is sending its former exclusives to other platforms because those consoles are not actually its primary rivals.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Bayonetta: 3D Thrilling Action Games are Thriving Thanks to Kamiya

Bayonetta creator Hideki Kamiya believes that unique gameplay mechanics matter more than graphics in action games. Discover his philosophy and why it’s reshaping the genre.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Luigi’s Mansion 3-Pack Hits Nintendo Switch 2—Terrifyingly Brilliant

Luigi’s Mansion returns just in time for Halloween, completing the trilogy on Nintendo Switch 2. Discover how this GameCube classic is reigniting nostalgia and expanding the Switch Online library.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 26

Generative AI Controversy: Take-Two CEO Zelnick Reframes His Stance

Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick expressed an opinion about generative AI that contradicted what he said six months ago. During a talk at The Paley Center for Media, Zelnick said that generative AI was “the future of technology.” However, during an interview with CNBC in February, he said, “I think it’s worth noting, though, the genius is human.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 25

Critical Role Campaign 4 Takes Aim at Capitalism as the BBEG

Critical Role’s fourth campaign has officially named its villain. And no, it’s not a lich, a god, or a plane-devouring beast. It’s capitalism. Yep. Brennan Lee Mulligan, stepping in as dungeon master for Campaign 4, confirmed it himself.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 25

Quantum Computing Could Receive Federal Funding—If It Makes the Cut

The Trump administration is reportedly considering taking equity stakes in several tech companies. And quantum computing? It’s on the list. Maybe. Sort of.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 25

Worlds 2025 Swiss Stage Day 9: CFO Achieves a Historic Victory

CTBC Flying Oyster made history with their victory over FlyQuest in the final day of the Worlds Swiss Stage. They became the first team from the APAC region to qualify for the Worlds Quarterfinals for ten years.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / October 25

Steal A Brainrot Team Seeks Justice as Digital Doppelganger Drama Unfolds

Thomas Van Der Voort has been hit by a lawsuit by Spyder Games and Speedy Simulator Gaming. According to both companies, the developer allegedly copied their game within the Fortnite Island Creator Program.

Video Games News / Gaming on ClutchPoints / October 24

HP OMEN 16 Gaming Laptop Review

In this HP OMEN – 16″ Gaming Laptop Review, we wanted to take a look and see its pros and cons. While there are different variations of this model, we’ll be sharing the specs of our specific model below.

Video Games News / Nerdist / October 23

THE SIMS MOBILE Will Shut Down for Good in January 2026

The Sims offers a place where anyone can escape from reality to dive into a world of their very own design. The countless hours spent designing your dream home, creating the perfect character in create a sim, or simply exploring the wonders of life.

Video Games News / Total Apex Sports / October 23

EA Sports and NFL Keep the Madden Monopoly Rolling Until 2030

EA Sports and the NFL just announced they’re extending their exclusive licensing deal through the 2030 season. That’s right, folks. If you want to play an authentic NFL video game with real teams, real players, and real stadiums, you’ve got exactly one option: Madden.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / October 23

EA’s New Deal With NFL and What It Means for 2K

EA Sports announces a new long-term deal with the NFL. Major changes could shape football gaming’s next era. Fans debate what the move means for 2K’s return.

Video Games News / Nerdist / October 21

Fan Made an Amazing FUTURAMA Mod for SIMPSONS: HIT & RUN

Each console generation has a handful of titles that epitomize the era. From GoldenEye and Ocarina of Time for N64 to Bloodborne and Red Dead Redemption II for the PS4, it’s always fun looking back on what games defined a period of video gaming history.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / October 21

NHL 26 Patch Notes: New Update Brings Gameplay and CHEL Improvements

Gameplay & AI: Tuning for passes, line changes, and goalie reactions to make matches smoother and more realistic. Mode Updates: Be A Pro logic fixed, CHEL connectivity improved, and HUT adds multi-select and chemistry filters.

Video Games News / Nerdist / October 20

Atari Brings Back Intellivision Console for Its 45th Anniversary

45 years ago, Mattel Electronics changed video game home consoles with the introduction of Intellivision. At the time, the biggest console gaming console by a significant margin was Atari.