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Genshin Impact's Vishaps and Where to Find Them event, explained
*any relation to J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is only in jest.
The Airship map will take Among Us where it has never gone before
InnerSloth will add all new tasks, map mechanics, and more.
Here's exactly when to watch the Genshin Impact Version 1.4 livestream
Watch it live.
4 easy ways to grind for Legendary loot in the Outriders demo
How to get the best gear Outriders' demo has to offer.
Inverse readers' favorite game of 2020 was also the most controversial
The Last of Us Part 2 from Naughty Dog came out on top.
The 4 best sidekicks of 2020 reveal why PS5 is winning the console war
Inverse readers have spoken.
2020's most promising new video game franchises couldn't be more different
Just nine votes separated the two frontrunners.
2020's biggest games industry reveal was unforgettably polarizing
The highlight of a long, strange summer.
The most brutal video game decision of 2020 nearly killed me
What's more important: honor or loyalty?
The funniest video game of 2020 leveraged viral memes for worthy causes
The year's most hilarious game is a slapstick triumph with wit to spare.
2020's best multiplayer game made me more paranoid than ever
The possibilities are truly limitless.
Among Us, Warzone, and Animal Crossing are 2020's best comfort-food games
1,483+ Inverse readers reveal their go-to games for quarantine escapism.
Inverse's favorite games of 2020
All killer, no filler.
2020's most controversial video game reveals the worst thing about fandom
A perpetual motion machine of outrage.
The most important video game of 2020 is coming out ... in 2021
The absence of Halo Infinite is painfully obvious.
The biggest video game flirt of 2020 changed gaming history
I love you, Jessie Rasberry.
These Adidas fitness headphones can do everything
The fitness-forward RPT-01 Bluetooth headphones maintain high-quality sound.
This genius gadget solves the Nintendo Switch's most annoying audio problem
A little luxury you never knew you needed.
Ring Fit Adventure is the greatest fitness video game ever
Pokémon, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Super Mario mechanics with a wry sense of humor.
WhirlwindFX compact Atom gaming keyboard beats the competition in 1 crucial area
The Atom is an ideal alternative to WhirlwindFX's less-mobile Element with impressive software.
Shadow Boost cloud gaming makes Google Stadia look like a total joke
Now this is cloud gaming.
FitXR dance classes on Oculus prove virtual reality fitness really works
Show off your moves.
Nintendo Switch Joy-Con joystick replacement kits are the best value in gaming
Get ready for console surgery.
SCUF H1 wired gaming headset is a stylish way to level-up audio
One of the most stylish, customizable headsets ever.
Nanoleaf light panels can turn a dank gamer lair into a swanky hotspot
Your home gaming setup deserves a glow-up.
Oculus Quest 2 is VR's big moment
Tomorrow, today.
Nintendo Switch Animal Crossing edition is an adorable indulgence
Too dang cute.
HyperX Pulsefire Haste gaming mouse levels up the work from home grind
Now this is a mouse.
Maquette is a mind-bending puzzle game with one heartbreaking flaw
Inverse score: 7/10
Curse of the Dead Gods is a punishing dungeon-crawler that's hard to put down
Inverse Score: 8/10
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury redeems Nintendo's biggest failure
Inverse Score: 9/10
Little Nightmares 2 is the best horror platformer since 2016
Inverse score: 8/10
Persona 5 Strikers is a spinoff that never lives up to the original
Inverse Score: 6/10
Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is 2021's best role-playing game yet
Inverse score: 9/10
The Medium is an innovative Xbox exclusive with 1 terrifying flaw
Inverse Score: 6/10
Hitman 3 features the best murder mystery in modern gaming
Inverse Score: 8/10
Haven is a sci-fi frolic, but the gameplay is a heartbreaker
Inverse Score: 7/10
Call of the Sea is the first must-play game for Xbox Series X
Inverse Score: 8/10
Immortals Fenyx Rising makes Assassin's Creed look old and bloated
Inverse Score: 7/10
Medal of Honor is the year's most impressive, and most dizzying, VR shooter
Inverse score: 8/10
'BOTW 2' and Nintendo Switch Pro: Analysts debunk release date assumptions
God of War: Ragnarok has to take Kratos to 3 iconic Norse realms
2018's God of War gave players some meaty hints about where Kratos is headed next.
GTA trilogy remaster rumors could mean GTA 6 is sleeping with the fishes
Fans think that the GTA series may be getting some surprise remasters soon.
'Breath of the Wild 2' needs this innovative 'Skyward Sword' feature
Waluigi time? Reddit user discovers a potentially huge Super Smash Bros. leak
The purple prince may finally join Nintendo's fighting game.
4 Zelda characters that are perfect for Smash Bros. Fighters Pass 2
Zelda has a kingdom full of memorable characters that would make great fighters.
God of War: Ragnarok needs to let Kratos wield this mythical weapon
Kratos should be worthy.
2 Zelda trademarks may have spoiled a major anniversary surprise
Classic Zelda games from the 2000s could be re-released for Nintendo Switch.
FF7 Remake Part 2 needs to make 1 giant change to a key character
Big vampires are all the rage these days.
A GTA 6 tease may have just emerged in GTA Online
An advertisement for a new vehicle could be setting up the next game.
Metroid Prime 4's villain has been hiding in plain sight for over a decade
Three past Metroid games hint at what's coming in the upcoming sequel.
GTA 6 super bowl ad? 3 reasons you shouldn't believe the rumors
No, Grand Theft Auto 6 (probably) will not debut at the Super Bowl.
How a beloved video game style was spawned out of necessity
“8-Bit”
Wild Gunman: How Nintendo's "baby's toy" changed games forever
This "baby's toy" had a far bigger impact than you realize.
One classic game explains why Among Us is the hottest thing in the world
Next-gen graphics can never overshadow fun with friends.
How two twins and an egg took on Nintendo's Super Mario
Straight outta Blighty.
How the "failed" Nintendo Power Glove found an unexpected second life
It sold at retail for just a year, but its impact is still felt today.
This underrated NES RPG paved the way for oddball gems like EarthBound
This odd 8-bit NES game is still fondly remembered by many.
The worst video game of all time got one thing hilariously right
E.T. destroy video game industry?
You need to play this classic racing game for free on Nintendo Switch ASAP
This challenging title kicked off a crucial partnership.
Sweet Home: The forgotten 1989 game that inspired the survival horror subgenre
Deemed too gory for a Western release, the Resident Evil series makes frequent nods to this spooky classic.
Genshin Impact's Vishaps and Where to Find Them event, explained
*any relation to J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is only in jest.
4 easy ways to grind for Legendary loot in the Outriders demo
How to get the best gear Outriders' demo has to offer.
How to get the ultimate secret job in Bravely Default 2
There's a secret job in the new Switch RPG that might be the best in the game.
7 must-have items to farm before Genshin Impact adds Rosaria
Pray to Rosaria.
Every single new fish and bug coming to Animal Crossing in March 2021
Bugged to be wild.
'Animal Crossing' Mario items: How to get all 32 pieces in the new update
Everything you need to know about the Genshin Impact Hu Tao Banner
Hu is she?
7 must-have items to farm before Genshin Impact adds Hu Tao
Muster up some goods for Hu Tao.
'Persona 5 Strikers' requests: How to unlock and complete all 81
4 BOND skills that you need to unlock ASAP in Persona 5 Strikers
Where to connect.
Everything you need to know about the Genshin Impact Keqing Banner
Is the latest Banner worth it?
You need to get this powerhouse Genshin Impact 4-star for free ASAP
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