The latest twist in Destiny 2's Joker's Wild content expansion is a new Exotic quest to retrieve Thorn, one of the most-loved and most-hated guns of Destiny 1. What seems to be the opening portion of the quest finds players meeting with the enigmatic Drifter, the guy at the center of the story relating to Thorn, last season's Exotic quest for The Last Word, and all the stuff going on in Joker's Wild.After the latest weekly reset, speaking with the Drifter will ask you to make a choice: side with him, or with the Vanguard, the military leadership of the Guardians. Once you've done that, the Drifter sends you to the Spider, the Tangled Shore crime lord players met in the Forsaken expansion, to purchase some illicit goods.The Spider has more than just "The Jerky," the item you're after. His Black Market Goods list, which we've never seen before this, includes a bunch of nods to the past of Destiny 2 and Destiny 1. Among those wares is a callback to everyone's favorite Destiny 1 weapon: Gjallarhorn, a seriously powerful Exotic rocket launcher.In the Spider's store, you'll have to recognize the Gjallarhorn by its icon, which will look familiar to longtime players. It's known as the Midnight Special to the Spider, and as the description notes, it's not actually an authentic version of the heavy weapon, but a non-functional replica. It's also impossible to purchase, like all of these items--but even if you could, the price of 20 Exotic engrams, the rarest drops in the game, wouldn't be worth it.There are other goofy items in the Spider's offerings. They include an imprisoned Ghost (the Spider apparently likes to eat them); a "seedmind," which is apparently the start of a Warmind like Rasputin; maps with coordinates outside of the solar system; a key to the quarters of Executor Hideo, the Faction representative for New Monarchy in the Tower; and Hadium Flakes, an old Destiny 1 material. Just about all of the items also require you to pay in currencies that no longer exist in Destiny 2 or are impossible to come by.So unfortunately, Gjallarhorn's return to Destiny is just a gag--but it's a pretty good one. With Bungie greatly expanding the story of Destiny 2 in its second year, and with the return of several guns from Destiny 1 including Thorn and The Last Word, though, it's probably a good idea not to rule out Gjallarhorn ever making it back into the game.Info from Gamespot.com

Coming out of the latest PPV, Fastlane, this week's episode of Raw is setting up more stories for the upcoming Wrestlemania, WWE's biggest event of the year. What Fastlane did exceptionally well this year--and you can learn more with our review and quick recap--was get people excited about what's next, and this week's Raw built on that.If you're an avid fan of WWE programming, then you know there is eight hours of week of wrestling to watch between Raw, Smackdown, 205 Live, NXT, and NXT UK. That's a lot of in-ring action. Sometimes, you don't have time to watch a full episode, and that's why we're summing up the biggest points from WWE's biggest shows.The three-hour long Raw is filled with numerous superstars and storylines, and many of these stories are leading towards Wrestlemania, WWE's biggest PPV of the year. Here are the biggest moments from the March 11 episode of Raw, all of which will lead into the show of shows this April.The Shield Is Done, Or Maybe NotDean Ambrose is supposedly not resigning with WWE, but with how much of a big deal commentators and Roman Reigns made about this, it feels like a work. Reigns made an announcement to kick off Raw that was essentially telling everyone that the Shield is going their own way now.However, later on in the program, Reigns was attacked brutally by Drew McIntyre. Ambrose was livid and demanded a falls count anywhere match. Ambrose ended up losing, but it's apparent the Shield will reunite for Wrestlemania.Paul Heyman and Shelton BenjaminDuring Paul Heyman's segment with Seth Rollins, Shelton Benjamin came out and attacked Rollins, giving him multiple German suplexes. It seems as though Heyman could be the advocate for Benjamin after Brock Lesnar is gone, and frankly, it's a good fit if it happens. Benjamin even set Rollins up for what looked like was going to be an F-5.Harlem Heat Heads To The Hall of FameIt was revealed that the WCW tag team--frankly, the most prolific WCW tag team--Harlem Heat will be headed to this year's Hall of Fame. The team was made up of Booker T and Stevie Ray, and they won the tag team championships on multiple occasions. If only they were being inducted with Sensational Sherri, who was their valet for three years.2019 Hall of Fame inductees, so far:D-Generation X (Triple H, Shawn Michaels, Chyna, Road Dogg, Billy Gunn, and X-Pac)Honky Tonk ManTorrie WilsonHarlem Heat (Stevie Ray and Booker T)Wrestlemania 35 HostOn Raw's show within a show, "A Moment of Bliss," Alexa Bliss announced the host of this year's Wrestlemania in a video package. It's none other than Alexa Bliss. It's great to see she's being given something to do while she takes time off from the ring.Batista vs. Triple HBatista showed up to Raw, with a bunch of security, and during a segment with Triple H, demanded a match at Wrestlemania against him. Triple H granted it, and Batista made it clear it would be his final match. The Wrestlemania bout will be No Holds Barred. Essentially, it's just an extreme rules match.Kurt Angle Announces RetirementKurt Angle came to the ring and dropped a bombshell. He will have his final match at Wrestlemania. A short time later, Angle had his final match in Pittsburgh--his hometown--against Apollo Crews. At this point, it's unclear who it will be against at this point, a backstage WWE video had Angle throw out of few names, like John Cena and AJ Styles, but nothing has been confirmed yet.However, on Tuesday morning, John Cena Intsagrammed a photo of a young Kurt Angle. The Olympic gold medalist was Cena's first match in the WWE, on an episode of Smackdown, and it's pretty fitting for Angle's last match to be against the man formerly known as "The Prototype." There's no reasoning behind me using Cena's OVW name. I actually kind of like it. Info from Gamespot.com

Blizzard has outlined post-launch plans for World of Warcraft Classic, which includes regular content drops. New content will come to the MMORPG over the course of six phases."Our focus is still primarily on player power-progression, but we're also aiming to capture what it felt like to play in a realm community in original WoW," Blizzard community manager Randy Jordan wrote in a forum post. "To do that, we're planning to mirror the approach taken by original WoW, with patches paired together. We'll launch Classic with content from original WoW through patch 1.2.x, then the second update will include content that was in original WoW 1.3 and 1.4, the third Classic update will have 1.5 and 1.6 content, and so on."Blizzard hasn't announced an exact launch date for phases two through six. Also, PvP content is currently not listed in any of the phases, as Blizzard is "still evaluating" all of the options for how PvP rewards might work. For now, phase one--which is the launch of WoW Classic alongside its Molten Core, Onyxia, and Maraudon updates--is scheduled for Summer 2019. The list of all six phases and what's included in each are outlined below.World of Warcraft Classic Content Drop SchedulePhase 1 (Classic Launch)Molten CoreOnyxiaMaraudonPhase 2Dire MaulAzuregosKazzakPhase 3Blackwing LairDarkmoon FaireDarkmoon deck drops beginPhase 4Zul'GurubGreen DragonsPhase 5Ahn'Qiraj War Effort beginsAhn'Qiraj raids open when the war effort dictatesDungeon loot reconfiguration: Tier 0.5 Dungeon gear, Relics, drop rates and location changesPhase 6NaxxramasScourge InvasionWoW Classic allows you to experience the original World of Warcraft game as it was from the very beginning, with the added benefit of quality of life changes. "[We] don't want to ruin the experience," WoW Classic production director John Hight told GameSpot. "It has to be an authentic experience. But by the same token, people don't want some of the funky bugs that we had back then."Info from Gamespot.com

Destiny 2's latest reset brought two big new quest lines. First is an allegiance quest that has players choosing between the Drifter and the Vanguard to advance the story of the Joker's Wild expansion. The second is the quest to retrieve Thorn, an Exotic hand cannon of Destiny 1 legend. The allegiance quest will kick off immediately when you talk to the Drifter, but to start Thorn, you'll have to do a little extra work.There's a ton of story surrounding Thorn, as well as The Last Word, and the two men who wielded those guns. They're both related to the Drifter and his story, which is central to Joker's Wild, the latest content expansion with Destiny 2's Annual Pass. We know the quest is in the game, but up until now, the start of it wasn't especially clear. Our speculation right now is that finishing the allegiance quest line leads to the start of Thorn--but thanks to the smart (or quick) Redditor arcxschxll, you can find the start of the quest immediately. Hopefully it doesn't break the quest line.Warning: Probable spoilers beyond, so read on (and start the quest) at your own risk.To start the Thorn quest, you need to find the camp of Shin Malphur, the Man With The Golden Gun. He's the former owner of The Last Word, and if you completed that quest last season, you read some correspondence with him that illuminated his quest to stop former associates of the Drifter called the Shadows of Yor. During the allegiance quest, the Drifter notes that Shin is in the EDZ, and a datamined piece of lore describes a meeting between Shin and Aunor, a Vanguard Warlock who's also hunting the Shadows. The lore item says that Shin's confrontation with a few Shadows happens in the EDZ's Salt Mines area, and if you head there, you can find the location where it all went down.The video above can show you how to get there. Spawn in at the Trostland location on the map and head north to the tunnel at the end of the area to reach the Salt Mines. Continue forward until you hit the elevator that was part of the early story mission here to reach the top of the mines and meet up with Hawthorne. There's a small teleporter beside the elevator that will take you to the top of the mountain, back outside.Once there, continue up the path until you see a Fallen forcefield to your right. Look up at the cliff wall ahead to spot a small cave with a light inside. Climb up and through to find Shin's camp on the far side, complete with the dead body of a Guardian. Head to the camp fire and you'll be prompted to "Sift through the ashes."That'll uncover "A Melted Hunk of Metal," a twisted piece of Thorn. Take it to Banshee-44 in the Tower to start the Thorn quest.Keep in mind that we don't know if this breaks the end of the allegiance quest line, so cheat your way to Thorn at your own risk. And speaking of possible bugs with the allegiance quest, apparently if you try to pick up the start of the quest with your Pursuits inventory full, it might disappear. Bungie says it's investigating the issue, but be sure to check your inventory before you start it--and before you go track down the Melted Hunk of Metal.Info from Gamespot.com

Red Dead Redemption 2 has gotten updated once again with new additions to the ongoing Red Dead Online multiplayer mode. This week it added a new item catalogue, which will roll out new items on a regular basis and rotate them in and out of stock.The Wheeler, Rawson & Co Catalogue is a new way to purchase cosmetics. Some items will be marked Coming Soon before they're released, and then when they become available they'll be marked as Limited Stock. That will be your notice that they're only available for a limited time. Once those items go out of rotation, they'll be listed as Out of Stock, but don't worry. Items will come back into stock from time to time. Rockstar also committed to improving the catalogue organization itself as time goes on.To kick off the new cosmetics, the catalogue has debuted with several pieces of rare clothing, listed below.The Tasman Outfit (Male only)The Danube Outfit (Female only)Tied PantsHitched Skirt (Female only)Winter Shotgun CoatGardenia HatSquat Stovepipe Top HatMeanwhile, the update launched a new multiplayer mode. Spoils of War is a capture style multiplayer mode, pitting two 16-player teams against each other to defend their own stockpile while raiding the other's. Take more of the other team's loot by the time the mode ends to win. You can find this in the Featured Series playlist.You can get a 20% XP boost in any Showdown Mode this week, and winning a Spoils of War match will get you a bonus 8x Dynamite Arrows. Once you've earned them you can retrieve them from your Post Office or Camp Lockbox.Info from Gamespot.com

Apparently, with certain button-mapping and equipment on PC, you can transform many of the burst-fire or single-shot weapons in Apex Legends into auto-fire. Which, if done while wielding the Hemlock, can allow you to deal out a ton of damage very quickly.The Hemlock is a burst-fire assault rifle that uses heavy ammo and is ideal for mid-range combat. Because of its slower fire-rate, it can't hold up at close-range in comparison to several other weapons. However, according to Reddit user mnkymnk, you can kind of transform the firearm into a fully automatic rifle while using a mouse and keyboard on PC--making it ideal for close-range combat. Mapping both left mouse click and mouse wheel up to attack, and then quickly alternating between the two while the Hemlock is in single-shot mode will cause the gun to shoot fast enough that it seems to be going full auto.This strategy could be applied to pretty much any weapon that has a single-shot firing mode. However, the Hemlock is one of the few that both deals enough damage and has a fast enough single-shot rate to make the strategy worth it. In terms of rapid fire weapons at close-range, we still recommend both the R-301 Carbine and EVA-8. Apex Legends' new Havoc is pretty good as well, and if you're looking for more weapon recommendations for handling enemy squads at all ranges, check out our guide.If you've been playing Apex Legends and you're looking for more complex or advanced battle strategies for each character, check out our new series of videos. Each focuses on one of the game's Legends, offering specific details on how each character can be countered or overcome their respective weaknesses.Apex Legends Character GuidesLifeline GuideBangalore GuidePathfinder GuideGibraltar GuideWraith GuideSpeaking of Legends, the next one--who allegedly goes by the codename Octane--may be added to Apex Legends the same day as the game's upcoming battle pass, if apparant leaks are to be believed.Apex Legends is available on Xbox One, PS4, and PC.Info from Gamespot.com

While 2018's Monster Hunter World served as many players' introduction to the action RPG series, the franchise is one of Capcom's oldest, originally debuting during the PlayStation 2 era. This year marks the series' 15th anniversary, and the publisher is commemorating the occasion with a special trailer.The video, which you can watch below, takes a look back on all of the mainline installments in the series to date, beginning with 2004's Monster Hunter. Since then, the franchise has appeared on numerous handheld and home consoles, including the PSP, Wii, and 3DS, most recently making its home on PS4, Xbox One, and PC with Monster Hunter World.The video ends with another teaser for Iceborne, this year's major Monster Hunter World expansion. Capcom hasn't revealed any new details about the DLC, but it has previously said it will introduce new locales, monsters, gear, quests, and other content.In addition to the above trailer, Capcom has been celebrating Monster Hunter's 15th anniversary by sharing cards from developers who've worked on the series, one of which has caught the attention of users on Resetera. Specifically, eagle-eyed fans have spotted the word "NEXT" apparently hidden in the card from Yasunori Ichinose, who has directed several portable Monster Hunter games.Whether or not this is a hint at things to come for the franchise remains to be seen, but we'll undoubtedly hear more about Monster Hunter World's Iceborne expansion before long. The DLC is slated to launch for PS4 and Xbox One this fall, with a PC release to follow.Info from Gamespot.com

Apex Legends has been available since early February, but it's only sometime this month that Season 1 will officially begin with the release of the game's first battle pass. That will consist of, among other things, a new character, and the first Battle Pass legend leaked thanks to a mistaken update on the Origin store. Developer Respawn Entertainment is now acknowledging that the mistake happened, but also warning fans not to put too much stock in datamines and leaks that purport to reveal other new characters and content.In an update on Reddit, community manager Jay Frechette said there was an "unintentional update about Season 1 on Origin today." That confirms that the leak was legitimate. But Frechette also said the team wanted to clarify and set expectations given both that leak and earlier datamining efforts. For one, the battle pass isn't coming today (Tuesday, March 12)."There's lots of stuff that has been datamined from Apex since launch and is swirling around the Internet," Frechette said. "We know this stuff is fun to dig up and speculate about, but you should not treat any of that info as a source of truth. There's stuff in there that is very old, or things we've tried in the past and cut--remember our design process is to prototype and play lots of ideas--and some of it may be things we're still building for Apex Legends. Finding this stuff by no means confirms that it'll ever come out. At best you should treat any posts about this as a rumor and the real info will come from us when we’re ready to show off what’s coming next."The statement doesn't appear to apply to the Origin leak that revealed the next character as Octane, since that wasn't datamined. It wouldn't make sense for Origin to have an advertisement ready to go for the new character if it was still in testing and subject to change. But the statement does warn users not to put too much stock in datamined information.Aside from revealing Octane, the leak also mentioned new weapons and loot, and a battle pass price of 950 Apex Coins (roughly $10). If that's accurate, that would enable the bonus coins given to EA and Origin Access members to be used to buy the battle pass.Meanwhile, Respawn recently banned 355,000 cheaters on PC, and detailed plans for dealing with cheaters in the future. It won't be adding a reconnect feature, though, due to the resource intensity and chances for being exploited further by cheaters.Info from Gamespot.com

Fortnite's 8.10 update is now live on all platforms. Along with introducing the new Baller vehicle, this week's patch makes some pretty notable changes to the game below its surface, particularly with regard to cross-play.Following the 8.10 update, PS4 and Xbox One players will now by default be grouped in the same matchmaking pool in Battle Royale. Nintendo Switch players, who were previously part of the same matchmaking pool as those on other consoles, will now be grouped with mobile players to ensure an "on-average better per-game experience."When Sony first enabled cross-play between the PS4 version of Fortnite and other consoles last fall, players had to manually opt-in to the feature. That is still the case after this week's patch, but players who choose to opt out will be limited to Fortnite's Creative and Playgrounds modes, meaning cross-play between these two sets of platforms is now the default option for the game's standard modes.According to Epic, the reason behind these cross-play changes is optimization. "[The] motivating factor is unlocking optimization potential allowing us to run more playlists during more hours of the day while supporting more data center locations," the developer wrote in its patch notes. Epic also invited fans to leave feedback on their cross-play experience.In addition to the aforementioned Baller, a new hamster ball-like vehicle equipped with a Grappler for high mobility, update 8.10 makes some changes to how Vending Machines work; now players will no longer need to exchange materials, and the machines will self-destruct after one use. Epic has also brought back the heist-themed Getaway Limited-Time Mode.Info from Gamespot.com

There's nothing quite like executing a combo that gets you into the SSS ranking in Devil May Cry 5. However, being able to do so requires a little more finesse than mindlessly mashing on buttons or even executing simple combos. As an action game, DMC5 is packed with complex mechanics that take practice and patience to fully master. It presents you with tons of options, and you'll often need to decide how best to take advantage of the tools the game presents you.As series newcomer V, you fight foes from a range, commanding his pet demons to execute all sorts of dizzying combos. In this guide, we give you the basics of how to play him, as well as offer some tips on how to achieve an SSS rank. For visual reference, jump to the 11:45 mark in the video above to see what SSS rank V combat looks like in action. Otherwise, you can watch the video below.If you want more info about Devil May Cry 5, be sure to check out the full review along with our guides on how to find all the Secret Missions, and how to unlock the game's special ending.Table of Contents [hide]OverviewThe FamiliarsCombat TipsOverviewV is essentially DMC5's glass cannon. Though frail and weak in appearance, this demon hunter possesses impressive powers and relies on his demonic familiars--the shape-shifting panther Shadow, demonic bird Griffon, and giant golem Nightmare--to do damage for him.With V's demons, you can perform all manner of complex combos and juggles, but you're generally standing away from combat instead of being on the front lines. However, V must step in and deal the final blow himself, which creates another tactical layer to his playstyle. It's a constant balancing act when playing as V, as you're frequently fighting demons from afar, getting in close to finish them off, and then pulling back out to keep a safe distance.Unlike his sword-touting allies, V demands patience and restraint. He's all about positioning and paying attention to the enemies on the field, only dodging when you absolutely must, as to do so temporarily takes one of your pet demons out of play. You generally want to keep at arm's length from enemies. Your familiars are excellent at keeping the enemy's attention, but if you approach too close to the action with V, they'll immediately divert their focus.The FamiliarsV has three pet demons in his arsenal, and they each inflict damage differently. Shadow and Griffon function as V's melee and ranged attacks respectively. You're primarily commanding them to attack enemies, while also coordinating strikes. It's possible to make them autonomous for a brief duration--which also boosts their attack power--but the deadliest combos come from when you stay in control.The third familiar, Nightmare, acts as a Devil Trigger-like special move and can only be summoned once you have enough energy stored up. When this hulking golem enters the field, it becomes a major force that can dish out massive damage all on its own in a short time. If you purchased the Promotion skill, you can command it yourself, using its powerful melee strikes and long-range laser attack. You generally want to use Nightmare when you're looking to increase your damage output or if you're about to die and need to instantly revive any fallen familiars. Once Nightmare enters the fray, you can rest easy and let it do its thing.Combat TipsAt first, it can be a bit disorienting jumping into V's playstyle fresh after Nero. As a result, there's a natural inclination to spam the attack buttons and let the Familiars do their thing. While this can be viable against minor foes, you'll need to coordinate and set-up attacks against the more challenging demons. Both Shadow and Griffon will automatically try to get near the enemy you're targeting, so wait on them first before initiating a combo. However, be wary about getting too far from your targeted enemy, as doing so instantly teleports Shadow and Griffon back by your side upon pressing their attack buttons. Though you'll need to keep V at a distance, don't trail off too from combat.Another thing to keep in mind is remembering the difference in perspectives for the demons and V. If you're having trouble performing directional attacks, it may be because you're trying to input them in accordance to the positioning of your pet demons and not V himself. Furthermore, reduce movement while you're attacking so as to avoid performing certain attacks unintentionally.Once Nightmare makes it on the field, it can be tough to keep track of your smaller familiars, Shadow and Griffon. If you need a breather, spend Devil Trigger to amplify either Shadow or Griffon, which will set them on a temporary AI control. Doing this will let you keep your focus on only one familiar instead of both of them. However, doing this will expend the energy you have left for Nightmare to stay on the field.When playing as V, the easiest way to build up a SSS ranking is by keeping a steady flow going for both Shadow and Griffon and to immediately go in for the killing blow with the demon summoner when the time is right. V's three familiar all possess attacks that can strike multiple enemies at once, which means you'll be tearing through enemies far more quickly compared to Dante and Nero. Nightmare can quickly skyrocket your ranking with its devastating attacks, but if you're only using Shadow and Griffon, diversify your attacks and use them in tandem to juggle enemies. It may take some time and finagling to get it just right, but before you know, you'll find that using your familiars to do your dirty work is a pretty solid way to get a stylish flow going. This will also give you a great opportunity to have V crack up open his book and recite some William Blake poetry, granting you a boost in Devil Trigger. Info from Gamespot.com

As part of March 12's Inside Xbox broadcast, Microsoft announced the next Xbox Game Pass title--and it is a very big one. Microsoft's open-ended sandbox game, Minecraft, will be added into the Xbox Game Pass library on Xbox One starting on April 4.The game has 91 million monthly players, making it bigger than Fortnite, and one of Microsoft's biggest games ever. Launching on Xbox Game Pass means Minecraft will reach even more people, as anyone with an Xbox Game Pass subscription can play at no extra cost. Microsoft also mentioned that Minecraft's release into the Xbox Game Pass catalog expands the lineup of family-friendly games further.Microsoft acquired the Minecraft franchise and developer Mojang in 2014 for $2.5 billion. The game is available on Microsoft's console and mobile platforms, as well as systems from competing companies like PlayStation and Nintendo.While Microsoft has no plans to make Minecraft 2, the franchise expands in 2019 with a new game called Minecraft Dungeons, which doesn't have the franchise's trademark building mechanics. Outside of games, a Minecraft movie is in the works.Xbox Game Pass is Microsoft's subscription service for Xbox One. For $10 USD/month, subscribers get access to a growing library of Xbox One games and backwards-compatible Xbox 360 titles. In addition to legacy titles, all of Microsoft's first-party exclusives are included with Xbox Game Pass, meaning members can get this year's Gears 5 and Halo Infinite whenever it comes out at no extra cost.Info from Gamespot.com

Nothing beats the exhilaration of performing an SSS rank combo in Devil May Cry 5. But if you want to experience these emotional highs, your technique needs to be on point. As an action game, DMC5 is filled to the brim with complex mechanics that takes practice to master.As Dante, you utilize his arsenal of weapons and multiple fighting styles to perform all manner of combos. When playing him, you have to strike a balance at being flexible, while also being relentless in your approach. In this guide, we give you the basics of how to play this tenured demon hunter, as well as offer some tips on how to achieve an SSS rank. For visual reference, watch the video above to see what SSS rank Dante combat looks like in action.If you want more info about Devil May Cry 5, be sure to check out the full review along with our guides on how to find all the Secret Missions, and how to unlock the game's special ending.OverviewAs the last character to unlock during the main story, the legendary devil hunter Dante may feel like you're biting off more than you can chew. While mechanically he's similar to his version in DMC4, the pacing in DMC5 and the number of tools he has at his disposal is a big shift from the previous game, which can make getting a handle of his combat style feel a bit daunting. Simply put, Dante is the most advanced character in the game. In addition to an expansive arsenal of melee weapons and firearms that each have their own functions and mechanics, the legendary devil hunter also has four unique combat styles that introduce new moves and enhance his combat loadout.It's a bit overwhelming coming to grips with Dante since he doesn't like to keep things subtle when he swings his sword or fires off his pistols--everything he does carries considerable force and an exceeding amount of flair behind it. However, what really sets Dante apart from Nero and V is the amount of customization you can apply to his arsenal. Though you can equip him with up to four melee weapons and guns at once--that's eight weapons in total that can be swapped freely during combat--you can whittle it down to something a bit more manageable.Dante's signature ability is his Devil Trigger, which greatly amplifies his attack power and combo potential. When activated, Dante will slowly regenerate any lost health and dish out significantly increased damage. Some of his key combat skills change slightly too, which can mean all the difference. For instance, using Dante's signature Stinger attack allows him to pierce through the enemy--even damage nearby foes in the process. But even when he's not in Devil Trigger, Dante's attacks tend to focus on dishing out massive amounts of raw attack power in a short time--making him a particularly fun character to play.The StylesDante truly shines with his four combat styles: the swordmaster, gunslinger, trickster, and royal guard. You're able to switch between these four different stances and change his flow and mechanics. The Swordmaster style amplifies all of his melee weapons, adding a special move that's not available in the other styles--such as the Sparda sword's prop shredder and roundtrip moves. The Gunslinger stance boosts the attack power of each firearm, while also giving them some added buffs and traits. Trickster style gives Dante added mobility, allowing him to air-dodge, teleport, and pull off some fast moves that make him extremely mobile on the ground and in the air.The final style is known as the Royal Guard, and it's by far the most challenging to master. Though it doesn't possess the number of moves and enhancements that the Gunslinger or Swordmaster have, this style allows Dante to parry almost every attack from enemies, and strike back with energy stored up from any successful block. If you're feeling especially brave, it's even possible to clear an entire mission with Dante using only the abilities of the Royal Guard. While you're certainly free to stick with a particular style you like, Dante's true potential shines when he's constantly switching between them. It can be especially satisfying pulling of some successful launchers in Swordmaster style, and then immediately following up by teleporting to airborne foes in Trickster, and then finishing them off in the air with the Gunslinger's rainstorm skill.Combat TechniquesFirst off, you're going to need to get comfortable with Dante's weapons and styles. Given the number of weapons he has in his arsenal, you may feel inclined to stick with a mostly standard set-up. While you can pull off some spectacular combos with just the basics, Dante's combat chic is all about variety, and you're much better off in the long run experimenting with different weapons and styles. One of Dante's most effective starting weapons is the Balrog gauntlets. Allowing you to switch off between two different modes focusing on kicks and punches, this weapon has a surprisingly deep set of skills. It even includes a useful dodge mechanic known as the Dempsey Roll, allowing Dante to effortlessly dodge enemy strikes with side-steps, and immediately follow up with a critical strike.Some of Dante's most effective weapons deal multiple hits within a single strike. The Cavaliere motorcycle, one of the game's most bizarre weapons, especially excels at this. With the standard combo, you can hold the attack button to have Dante press down each strike, letting the bladed wheels grind into the enemy. These are incredibly effective against armored foes, and breaking their defense can score a large boost to your style ranking.One of the best ways to attain the elusive SSS rank with Dante is to constantly switch up your weapons and tactics, while also staying on the move. The ability to swap between his loadout and styles is Dante's greatest asset, and if you stick with one style or weapon for too long, your ranking will suffer. A strategy to use for attacking with Dante is start off with a basic combo with one weapon, and switch over to another once that particular combo chain ends. With the Devil Trigger active as well, Dante can become a serious force on the battlefield. Info from Gamespot.com

Halo: The Master Chief Collection continues to grow. Microsoft announced today during its Inside Xbox broadcast that Halo: Reach will be added to the package in the near future.Originally released in 2010, Halo: Reach is the final Halo game developed by Bungie after it handed off the franchise to Microsoft and its new developer, 343 Industries. A prequel to Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo: Reach tells a stirring story that ends on a dark note. The game puts you into the space marine boots of Spartan Six, not Master Chief.Halo: Reach's multiplayer content, as well as Forge and Theatre, will be added to Halo: MCC on Xbox One at no extra cost. However, the game's campaign and fan-favourite Firefight multiplayer mode are coming together in a paid package. If you're an Xbox Game Pass member, however, you'll get "the entirety of Halo: Reach" without paying extra.Halo: Reach becomes the second game added to Halo: MCC, following Halo 3: ODST that was added in 2015 as an effort on 343's part to make up for the game's launch struggles.Microsoft also announced that Halo: MCC is coming to PC, with each title in the collection launching one by one. Unlike on Xbox One, Reach will be offered as one package on PC and will be the first MCC game available as part of its rollout on the platform.After Halo: Reach is added, Halo: The Master Chief Collection will include all but one of the mainline Halo FPS games. Only the Xbox One game Halo 5: Guardians is not in the package. That game, like Halo: The Master Chief Collection, is included with Xbox Game Pass.Info from Gamespot.com

Confirming rumors, Microsoft officially announced Halo: The Master Chief Collection will be coming to PC later this year. Microsoft says the PC edition was "built specifically for the PC audience," but it remains to be seen what kind of PC-specific features are being implemented.Microsoft did confirm that Halo: MCC for PC will contain campaign and multiplayer support, so it sounds very similar to the Xbox One edition. However, whether or not there is cross-play support is unknown. Also unclear is if people who already bought the Xbox One edition will get the PC edition at no cost like Xbox Play Anywhere titles.In a statement, 343 said it was "critical" to ensure that Halo: MCC for PC is a "first class" experience that doesn't suffer from the same kind of issues that the Xbox One edition did."The team is passionately committed to ensuring that all of the features, bells, and whistles expected in a modern PC title are included with MCC," 343 said.To that end, Microsoft is adopting a unique release schedule for Halo: MCC on PC. Each title within the game will be released one by one. According to 343, this will allow the studio to ensure that "each one is right, while giving players a chance to jump in right away, rather than having to wait for the entire suite of games to be completed."This process will begin with Halo: Reach with the ensuing releases following in chronological order--Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST (campaign only), and Halo 4."Halo: Reach, Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST (Campaign), and Halo 4 will each be available for individual purchase within MCC as they become available," reads a line from Microsoft's news release.The wording there suggests that each title will be sold separately within the overall MCC package. A Microsoft spokesperson confirmed as much to GameSpot. "Each title will be available separately download and purchase. We'll have more to share in the future," a Microsoft representative told us.For Halo: Reach specifically, players will get campaign, multiplayer, and Firefight, though it's not immediately clear if these are combined into one purchase or each sold separately.Microsoft said it will share many more details about Halo: MCC in the time ahead, so keep checking back for more. 343 is working on the PC edition alongside outside studios Splash Damage and Ruffian.Halo: MCC for PC will be available through the Microsoft Store and Steam, though pricing for each title was not announced. Whatever the case, 343 said each game within Halo: MCC for PC will "evolve and grow over time with community input."The collection originally launched on Xbox One back in November 2014, and the initial launch did not go so well with the game suffering from serious server issues. Those problems have been fixed, and the game is in much better shape today, and Microsoft continues to update the title on a regular basis as it also works on the brand-new Halo game, Halo Infinite.Halo: MCC on Xbox One includes Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary and Halo 2 Anniversary, as well as Halo 3 and Halo 4. Halo 3: ODST was later added to the package as a measure of thanks to the community for sticking with the game amid its issues.Halo: MCC coming to PC is a big deal. While Halo: Combat Evolved and Halo 2 were released on PC, subsequent titles never were. Microsoft previously acknowledged that fans want to see more Halo games for PC, and this move--along with Halo Infinite being confirmed for PC--seems to be a strong signal that Halo once again has a home outside of Xbox.Info from Gamespot.com

There's something especially satisfying about pulling off a combo that gets you into the SSS ranking in Devil May Cry 5. Featuring a trio of badass devil hunters--returning favorites Dante and Nero, as well as newcomer V--you'll realize that they each bring a dazzling set of skills that show off a remarkable sense of style and energy in a fight. But there's a lot more to slaying demons than simply firing your gun or swinging your oversized, engine-powered sword. As an action game that possesses the depth of complex fighting games, you'll need to learn and understand the subtle mechanics and nuances of its main cast in order to leave an impression on Devil May Cry 5's enemies.In this guide, we're giving you the rundown on Devil May Cry 5's key players. Whether it's using Dante's massive arsenal of weapons, deciding on which of Nero's Devil Breakers to bring into a mission, or how best to utilize V's demonic familiars--DMC5 presents you with a lot of options, and you'll often need to decide how best to take advantage of the tools the game presents you.Though you can get a lot of mileage out of the game's training mode, known as The Void, you'll eventually have to dive head-first into combat and put those skills to the test in an actual mission. If you're willing to take the time and learn how each character functions, you'll be able to get the elusive SSS ranking in no time. Below you can find links to our guides on each of the main players in DMC5 and how to best use their skills in battle. Though, be sure to watch the gameplay video above to see what SSS rank combat looks like for each character.If you want more info about Devil May Cry 5, be sure to check out the full review along with our guides on how to find all the Secret Missions, and how to unlock the game's special ending.NeroAs one of the more accessible characters, the charismatic and scrappy Nero features a moveset that carries over a number of returning mechanics from DMC4, which includes his familiar long-range grapple moves. With a skill-set that emphasizes timing and charging up attacks, Nero's playstyle is all about creating opportunities and executing primed up attacks with his Red Queen sword, Blue Rose revolver, and Devil Breakers. Devil Breakers are Nero's newest weapon, allowing him to bring in a customizable set of special arms into battle. This new mechanic can alter his normal attacks and introduce some exciting moves that can slow down time or give him additional projectile attacks.[Nero Guide: Tips To Get SSS Rank As This Hot-Headed Brawler]VV is essentially DMC5's glass cannon. Though frail and weak in appearance, this demon hunter possesses impressive powers and relies on his demonic familiars--the shape-shifting panther Shadow, demonic bird Griffon, and giant golem Nightmare--to do damage for him. With V's demons, you can perform all manner of complex combos and juggles, but you're generally standing away from combat waiting to inflict a final blow.[V Guide: Tips To Get SSS Rank As This Ranged Fighter]DanteAs the last character to unlock during the main story, the legendary devil hunter Dante may feel like you're biting off more than you can chew. While mechanically he's similar to his version in DMC4, the pacing in DMC5 and the number of tools he has at his disposal is a big shift from the previous game, which can make getting a handle of his combat style feel a bit daunting. Simply put, Dante is the most advanced character in the game. In addition to an expansive arsenal of melee weapons and firearms that each have their own functions and mechanics, the legendary devil hunter also has four unique combat styles that introduce new moves and enhance his combat loadout.[Dante Guide: Tips To Get SSS Rank As This Stylish Hunter]Info from Gamespot.com