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Atlus’ new role-playing game, Metaphor: ReFantazio, strikes an impressive balance for a project of its ambition: It’s both squarely aimed at longtime fans of the Persona and Shin Megami Tensei series, but detached from the legacy of those games, making it extremely welcoming to new players. In other...

Metaphor: ReFantazio shares DNA with Persona, but is its own fascinating beast

World of Warcraft's latest expansion, The War Within, is here, and we get it: you're in a rush to get all of your characters to level 80 before the first season of raiding and Mythic+ begins (that's on September 10, by the way). But don't forget to slow down in...

World Of Warcraft: Don't Skip These 7 Side Quests In The War Within

While most of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom early footage showed Zelda summoning up monsters and others to fight for her, a new trailer shows a Swordfighter form for her that seems to put her in Link’s costume and let her fight with a sword and shield. The new gameplay footage shows her taking advantage of these abilities in the Still World area in Hyrule.

See the Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Swordfighter Zelda

A tension inherent in massively multiplayer role-playing games like World of Warcraft is that a lot of the biggest narrative moments, the coolest scenarios, and the most refined design — not to mention the best loot — goes into content that isn’t so easy for all players to enjoy. Multiplayer dungeons and raids are nearly always the pinnacle of an MMO’s endgame and the North Star that things like character class balance are organized around (with apologies to player-versus-player fans). But they can be intimidating, too: intense, time-consuming, and socially daunting, especially considering the community around them, which is not known for its chill.

World of Warcraft might finally have nailed solo dungeons with Delves

Well, well, well. Looks like Zelda will fight with a sword after all in her upcoming game, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. But like all things Nintendo does, Zelda’s use of sword and shield in Echoes of Wisdom comes with a twist. A new trailer for Echoes...

New Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom trailer reveals Zelda’s surprise swordfighter skills

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

I am not normally an Electronic Device Evangelist. While I’ll wax eloquent about a comic or a game, you won’t find me going on about my new iPad or whatever. But when someone casually mentions that they’re thinking about getting an e-reader and they’re not sure what kind, I burst through the wall like the Kool-Aid Man to ask if they’ve welcomed the gospel of Kobo into their hearts.

The best piece of tech I’ve bought in years is this funky little e-reader

After your dangerous escapades in Toshara, Star Wars Outlaws will allow you to pick between three planets to visit. Here is where the main quest will branch, and while all options are great and shouldn’t deter you, some have better unlocks, while others make more sense for the story. If you’re unsure about which planet you should pick first in Star Wars Outlaws, I’ll tell you about the road I took when playing so you can decide if that’s what you want to do or just fly your Trailblazer somewhere else.

Which Planet Should Go First in Star Wars Outlaws? Answered

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(MA) Get ready to meet the happiest little pup who does not let his tough past define him. Scooter, or Scoot for short, is a 4-year-old Pomeranian mix pup who was sadly run over by a car, causing permanent nerve damage to the back of his body. Because of this, he is unable to control bodily movements for his back half, forcing him to wear diapers.

Meet Ada: An Adorable Little Pomeranian Searching For Family

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Big changes are in store for three zodiac signs in the month of September. The stars are shifting and many of you will be affected by this. Although the life changes that will take place with each zodiac sign are different, these changes must be fully embraced by all who are experiencing them. One of the key things to remember is that sometimes change is necessary for personal growth. Let’s see what the stars have in store for these three zodiac signs.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Lives Will Change In September

As a horror novel fan, sometimes the genre definitely solidifies the fact that horror can sometimes be a mood rather than a distinct genre with specific characteristics. A book labeled horror could range from horrifying serial killer thriller to mildly unsettling soft sci-fi adventure and anything in between. That’s why it’s often hard to recommend horror books that please everyone: no one’s perception of the genre is the same. I’ve picked up numerous recommendations only to find it wasn’t the kind of horror I expected or the horror aspects were misconstrued in the summary, leaving me disappointed.

8 Weird Horror Novels for Super Strange Scares

Astrology on Parade

On August 8, the Lion's Gate Portal peaks. Learn more about this potent cosmic event.

8 Facts About the Lion's Gate Portal on 8/8

(MA) Meet Ada Awesome, an adorable little Yorkshire Terrier mix pup who is ready and waiting to curl up in your lap, bed, and life. Ada recently came into Dog Rescue New England's care for unspecified reasons. She is currently living safely in a foster home, but would definitely be much happier living in YOUR home. So what are you waiting for? Time to fill out that application!

This Little Yorkshire Terrier Is Looking For Love

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Carnival Cruise Line has issued a clear statement regarding an activity that is not allowed on cabin balconies. You might think you can do whatever you want on a cruise balcony and decorate the railing however you would like. But cruise lines have cameras that are constantly monitoring balconies for unsafe behavior and people going over board.

Balcony Ban: Carnival Cracks Down on Cabin Behavior for "Safety" Reasons

Los Angeles County, CA

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Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Cats have a knack of waking you up a little before you're ready to get up, sometimes more than a little before. They're worth it though. Here are five local Kansas City cats who would love to wake you up each morning. Already have a cat that wakes you up? Get yourself a back-up alarm.

Five cats that will replace your alarm clock

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Nostalgia has a funny way of playing tricks on your mind. It's like when you try to recall the lyrics to a song that you thought meant a lot to you. You're sure you know them by heart, but they vanish. Then you hear the chorus and it all comes rushing at you like a steam engine.

8 TV Shows You Totally Forgot Existed

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You will never believe it: I have no complaints this week about Fusion Studios, the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless property where I live. This week's edition of Homeless Hotel Diary will not include a diatribe about the internet being out.

Opinion: Homeless hotel diary: PCs for People in Denver saves my sanity

The core premise of Apple TV+’s witty thriller Slow Horses is pretty simple: The only man who can keep England safe from dangerous terrorists and incompetent, Eton-educated bureaucrats is an obnoxious MI5 agent with poor personal hygiene who drinks on the job, which is partly to mercilessly mock the screwups sentenced to work for him in a shoddy office/career purgatory named Slough House.

Slow Horses takes us on another entertaining ride

(MA) Meet Jack Jewel, a teeny tiny Miniature Poodle mix boy who is ready to completely take over every aspect of your life. For unspecified reasons, this 4-and-a-half-month-old puppy was placed in Great Dog Rescue New England's care. He is now living safely with a foster family where he is being spoiled. While he is okay with waiting in foster care for the time being, he hopes you will come bring him to YOUR house soon!

Tiny 4-Pound Miniature Poodle Is Searching For A Home

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World of Warcraft’s latest good/evil clash inspired a spicy ship

The War Within, the latest World of Warcraft expansion, is off to a strong start. The early narrative is interesting, the environments are gorgeous and densely...

World of Warcraft’s latest good/evil clash inspired a spicy ship

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