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Halo showrunner explains why they ignored the games to make TV show

Paramount’s Halo TV show is set to debut on March 24, 2022, but the hotly anticipated show has players concerned after showrunner Steven Kane admitted to discarding the games as an influence during the show’s creation. The Halo TV show has had a languid journey to the small screen as it has spent multiple years in development hell. Iconic filmmaker Steven Spielberg had been attached to the show for years, helping spearhead its eventual launch with Steven Kane and Kyle Killen as showrunners.

New World server transfers explained: How to change Worlds for free

New World server transfers are finally open to all. If you’re a player looking to change to a less populated world to avoid long queue times, here’s everything you need to know — including how to use your free transfer token. New World’s launch has been a resounding success for players who have been able to get onto the immensely populated servers. However, for everyone else, it’s been a battle of who has more patience when it comes to queuing.

How to change reticle colors in Apex Legends

The updated reticle color settings in Apex Legends make it easier than ever for players to take creative control of their gameplay. Whether you’re after a blazing Hot Pink or more of a subdued Cerulean, here’s everything you need to know in order to change your crosshair.  Apex Legends is a game that is all about cultivating your personal playstyle. Whether it’s in choosing the Legend that’s right for you or refining your favorite list of weapons to decimate the arena, much of the gameplay is focused on being comfortable in your choices.

Logan Paul mocks Floyd Mayweather as he's still owed fight money a year later

Logan Paul, once again, took some shots at Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather as the boxing icon still owes him money from their fight which happened a year ago.  When it was announced that Logan Paul would be taking on Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition boxing match, many pundits and outsiders quickly laughed it off as a bit of a circus. Although no winner was announced, seeing as it was an exhibition, Logan surprised many by taking some of Floyd’s best shots and managing to survive for the duration of the eight-round contest.

Pokemon Unite: Cross-play & cross-progression guide for mobile & Nintendo Switch

Now that Pokemon Unite is coming to mobile, you may be wondering if cross-play and cross-progression is supported between your mobile device and your Nintendo Switch. Pokemon Unite, the latest franchise entry from TiMi Studio and Nintendo, is a strategic team battle game that challenges players to take part in fast-paced 5v5 matches and attempt to score more goals than the opposing team before time is up. The game has been out on Nintendo Switch since July 2021, and many Trainers have spent hours unlocking all their favorite ‘mon, decking their avatar out in the coolest outfits, and progressing through the Ranked Match system.

GreekGodx banned again from NoPixel GTA RP server amid toxicity drama

One of the more infamous figures in NoPixel’s GTA RP server, GreekGodx, has been banned for a second time due to drama surrounding repeated rule-breaking toxicity. The “Tay Tay Tyrone” saga may be over, as GreekGodx’s now-notorious Grand Theft Auto roleplay character has been banned from the NoPixel 3.0 server. In a clip shared to Reddit, players revealed that Tay Tay would probably not be returning to “the city,” which Greek elaborated on in detail during his own stream.

7 Best Path of Exile builds in 2022 ranked: Necromancer, Gladiator & more

The best Path of Exile builds in 2022 will help you deal epic amounts of damage throughout the battlefield – so here are seven of the best builds you should be using in PoE. Path of Exile features a total of seven base classes and 19 Ascendancy classes (or subclasses), each with their own styles of play – and there are a whole host of builds available that can push these classes a step further.

Elden Ring hands-on: Dark Souls goes open-world and doesn't skip a beat

Elden Ring feels like a twisted homecoming for Dark Souls fans, and is poised to make a huge impact in 2022. Here are our thoughts after going hands-on. It’s rare that a series comes to define an entire genre, but between progenitor Demon’s Souls and its successors in the Dark Souls franchise, From Software has carefully honed its methodical combat and exemplary worldbuilding. While it would perhaps be unfair to call Bloodborne or Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice dalliances away from the core ideals of Souls games, Elden Ring will feel immediately familiar to anyone that’s spent time in Boletaria or Lordran – along with some tricks learned along the way.

GTA Online update: GP1 supercar on Lucky Wheel podium – patch notes

Rockstar Games have rolled out another weekly GTA Online update and we’ve got the full patch notes for you to read through, with some exciting changes included.  Players are always on the lookout for the ever-changing Lucky Wheel rewards in the GTA Diamond Casino, and there’s a new vehicle included on the podium this week in the form of a bright orange supercar. As expected, featured races and GTA Online boosted cash rewards are also added to the mix, with some modes including added incentives for a limited time.

TSM Myth criticizes Valorant's "dumb" ranked system

Popular TSM streamer Ali ‘Myth’ Kabbani has criticized the ranking system in Riot Games’ new FPS effort, Valorant, calling it “trash” and “dumb.” Valorant has become one of the biggest games on the market since it entered its beta phase, ahead of the highly-anticipated Summer 2020 release. While most big streamers and professional players from a range of different titles are enjoying the game massively – Myth included – there are obviously things that need to be fixed ahead of the full launch of the game, and Myth believes the ranking system is one feature that needs work.