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How Claw Machines Actually Work
A general look at the mechanics behind arcade claw (crane) machines.
How to Choose a Game Genre That Fits You
A general way to choose a game genre by considering play time, controls, and the kind of decisions you enjoy.
Things to Think About Before Picking a Game Nickname
A few things worth thinking through before you settle on a game nickname, so you do not regret it later.
Why Minecraft Still Has Not Gotten Old
A look at why Minecraft, officially released back in 2011, is still played worldwide well over a decade later.
Why Did StarCraft Blow Up Especially Big in Korea?
A look at why StarCraft, released in 1998, became especially explosive in popularity specifically in Korea.
Valorant: Setting Up Sensitivity and Crosshair
Where to start when setting up your mouse sensitivity and crosshair in Valorant for the first time.
PUBG Weapons: The Basics
An overview of PUBG's weapon categories, ammo types, and which weapons are worth prioritizing early in a match.
Roblox: Which Genre Should You Try First?
An overview of the genres you'll find across Roblox, and a good starting point for exploring based on what sounds fun to you.
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS Beginner Guide
A beginner-friendly rundown of picking a landing spot, understanding the blue zone, and staying alive in your early PUBG matches.
PUBG: Looting and Reading the Zone
What to grab first, and how to predict where the safe zone will shrink next -- the mid-game fundamentals that matter most in PUBG.
Roblox Beginner Guide
What Roblox actually is as a platform, and the basic concepts and safety settings worth knowing before you start.
Roblox Avatars: Getting the Basics Down
How a Roblox avatar is put together, and how to customize one for free. A simple starting point for avatar customization.
League of Legends Ranks: The Basic Structure
From Iron to Challenger -- a clear explanation of League of Legends' rank tiers, promotion series, and what LP actually means.
Overwatch 2 Competitive: How Rank Actually Works
From Bronze to Champion -- a clear rundown of Overwatch 2's competitive tiers, placement matches, and how rank actually works.
Minecraft Enchanting: The Basics
How the enchanting table works, why bookshelves matter, and what to prepare first -- the basics of Minecraft enchanting explained simply.
Valorant Beginner Guide
A beginner-friendly look at Valorant's four agent roles, the basics of the economy system, and how a round actually flows.
Valorant: Same Role, Very Different Playstyles
Two duelists, two very different playstyles. A closer look at how Valorant agents vary even within the same broad role.
League of Legends Beginner Guide
A beginner-friendly rundown of League of Legends' five roles, the map layout, and the basic terms you'll hear before your first match.
League of Legends: What Each Role Actually Does
What does each of League of Legends' five roles actually do, and what kind of playstyle suits each one? A clear breakdown for newer players.
Overwatch 2 Beginner Guide
A clear starting point for Overwatch 2 newcomers: what the three role types actually do, and what's worth learning before your first real match.
Overwatch 2: Same Role, Very Different Playstyles
Two tanks, two very different playstyles. A closer look at how Overwatch 2 heroes vary even within the same broad role.
Minecraft Survival: What to Do First
Minecraft's survival mode has no set goals, which can feel overwhelming at first. Here's a simple, practical order of what to do on day one.
Minecraft Redstone: Understanding the Basics
Redstone tends to scare off new players, but thinking of it like a simple electrical circuit makes the fundamentals much easier to grasp.
The Moments When Information Changes a Game
Learn how map awareness, minimap checks, and pre-fight information shape decisions in League of Legends and team-based shooters.
In the Age of Ultra-Realistic Graphics, Why Is Pixel Art Making a Comeback?
Now that hyper-realistic graphics are the norm, here is a look at why pixel art games are drawing renewed attention.
How Long Has Couch Co-op Actually Been Around?
A brief look at the history of local co-op gaming -- sitting side by side on the couch, sharing one screen.
Brutally Hard, Yet Beloved: Why Souls-Like Games Keep Growing
A look at why the notoriously difficult souls-like genre keeps expanding its fanbase instead of shrinking.
How Did Battle Royale Become Such a Massive Trend?
A look at how the battle royale genre, where dozens of players fight down to one, became such a major force in the industry.
How the City-Builder Genre Started With SimCity
A look at how the city-building game genre, which effectively began with 1989's SimCity, has continued ever since.
Why Are Game Tutorials Getting Shorter These Days?
A look at the recent trend of game tutorials becoming shorter and more concise than they used to be.
Why You Should Back Up Your Game Save Files
Why it is worth backing up save files for games you have put a lot of time into, plus a few basic ways to do it.
Why Does Legend of Zelda Keep Feeling New Every Time?
A look at why the Legend of Zelda series, which began in 1986, still feels new more than three decades later.
Getting Started With Game Streaming: The Basics First
For anyone wanting to start streaming games, here are the fundamentals worth sorting out before you spend money on gear.
Where Did the "Level Up" Concept Actually Come From?
A look at the origin of the level-up system, a mechanic now taken for granted in nearly every game.
Why Have Pokemon Games Lasted More Than Two Decades?
A look at why the Pokemon series, which began in 1996, is still loved across generations today.
Why Are Indie Games Getting So Much Attention Lately?
A look at why small, independently made games have been drawing so much attention in recent years.
Why League of Legends Is Still Huge After More Than a Decade
A look at why League of Legends, released back in 2009, is still one of the most-played games in the world.
5 Surprising Facts About Famous Games Everyone Knows by Name
Five interesting bits of trivia about games so famous that everyone recognizes the name, even if the backstory is less well known.
How to Read Game Patch Notes Without Missing the Important Changes
A general method for sorting update changes and finding the parts that affect your play.
Game Accessibility Settings: What to Check First
A general checklist for reviewing display, subtitles, controls, and audio accessibility settings.
What to Look For in a Free Browser Game
A quick checklist for picking a good free browser game you can play with no install.
What Do Gacha Probability Numbers Actually Mean?
A consumer-focused explainer on what published gacha (loot box) probability figures really tell you.
Same Genre, Different Design: Mobile vs. PC Games
Even games in the same genre are often designed very differently for mobile versus PC.
Settings to Save Battery During Mobile Gaming
A few practical settings that can meaningfully reduce battery drain during long mobile gaming sessions.
Why Do Casual Games Feel Like They Have More Ads Now?
A general look at the revenue structures behind why free casual games seem to show more ads than before.