It's been just about two years since The Case of the Golden Idol came out, it and its expansions, The Spider of Lanka and The Lemurian Vampire, giving fans of classic point and click adventure games one of the most compelling set of mysteries to solve in ages. Now, despite creator Color Gray Games already working on follow-up The Rise of the Golden Idol, it's just announced that it's about to launch a big new free update to the original game under the name The Case of the Golden Idol Redux. Continue reading Hit adventure game The Case of the Golden Idol to get big free update

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month which means now is the ideal time to think about your cyber hygiene and how well protected you are when gaming online. It may not seem it, but you're exposed to a number of threats even if your primary exposure to the internet is through games. Continue reading Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024 - how to stay safe as a PC gamer MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming

Action, exploration, stealth, and blood. That’s the four-word promise of Steamdolls - Order of Chaos, an upcoming dark fantasy action-adventure game featuring several beloved voices from the Metal Gear Solid cast. Boasting a dark fantasy world “inspired by innovative games like Castlevania and Hollow Knight” and atmosphere “nourished by the fury of Dead Cells and the gloom of Bloodborne,” Steamdolls promises to be a thrilling time - and now you can try its opening act for yourself courtesy of a free Steam demo. Continue reading Dead Cells meets Bloodborne as the highly awaited Steamdolls gets new demo

Who is Akarat in Diablo 4? If you've played Diablo like, at all, you'll hear his name a lot. So if, like me, 'Akarat chirs cha cham' is playing over and over again in your head, here's a full rundown of who your godly companion is, and where he fits in the Diablo story. Note that this guide contains spoilers for the Vessel of Hatred campaign. We'll all seen the trailer for Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred. Neyrelle, guided by a native of Nahantu, crosses the river to Kurast in a rowing boat, dutifully chanting to Akarat. As Mephisto takes over and her arms are mercilessly split apart, we realize that Akarat is going to play a huge part in the RPG's campaign - especially given the breadth of Mephisto's inky corruption. If you're new to Diablo, however, you may not have encountered Akarat, so here's a rundown of exactly who he is, and what part he plays in Sanctuary's story. Continue reading Who is Akarat in Diablo 4? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes

How do you access the Diablo 4 Dark Citadel? This endgame PvE activity sees you team up with friends to tackle its difficult bosses and take down hordes of enemies throughout three wings. Resting at the bottom of a huge crater left by the Mage Clan civil war, the Dark Citadel is home to the Khazra, or Goat Demons, who are attempting to summon their overlord. It's your party's job to prevent that from happening. Diablo 4's Dark Citadel is Diablo 4's first multiplayer-focused content, introducing the game's most challenging encounters. It contains complex mechanics that require some figuring out rather than being able to approach them with brute force. You'll want one of the strongest Diablo 4 builds to take on these difficult activities. Still, we've found success using the Diablo 4 Spiritborn class - the newest one in the game - and its overpowered Centipede guardian. Continue reading Diablo 4 Dark Citadel - how to unlock, all bosses, and rewards MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes

How long is Vessel of Hatred? Set after the campaign, the new expansion takes us on a journey through the mysterious region of Nahantu in search of Neyrelle. To cut a long story short (and to avoid spoilers), Neyrelle’s fate hangs in the balance as she is being hunted down by Mephisto, the Lord of Hatred. The Diablo 4 DLC introduces mercenaries to the RPG game, a new mechanic that gives you a trusty companion to take you through the most demanding difficulty levels. You’re going to need a helping hand as the Diablo 4 campaign will push you to your limits, and that doesn’t factor in any of the end game content. Let’s not get ahead of ourselves just yet, here’s how long it will take you to finish the Vessel of Hatred campaign. Continue reading Vessel of Hatred length and how long to beat? MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes

What is the Diablo 4 Realmwalker event? Those familiar with Diablo 4 will feel right at home in an overworld event - huge bosses roaming the environs are old hat. A new addition with the Diablo 4 DLC, however, brings back an old foe - the Realmwalker - and tasks you with taking down these hulking beasts. It doesn’t end there, though, as there is plenty to explore even after you’re victorious in battle. For those taking the plunge into the Diablo 4 DLC, the Realmwalker world event is a great opportunity to test your Diablo 4 build and earn some valuable loot in the process. Here we have the frequency and times of the event in the RPG game, plus what you need to do once you’ve downed the Realmwalker. Continue reading Diablo 4 Realmwalker event explained MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes

Twitch streamer Perri ‘PerriKaryal’ Karyal has been absolutely smashing soulslike games using an EKG headset, which uses software to convert her brain signals into controller inputs. Over the past few months, she’s beaten several of FromSoftware’s best, but recently gave Jump King a go, inadvertently proving that, even with mind control, it’s an impossibly tough game to beat. Continue reading Twitch Streamer takes on Jump King using her mind as a controller MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best platform games, Best single-player games, Best indie games

Sword Art Online is, seemingly, eternal. For more than two decades now, what originally began as a series of novels has spawned a plethora of adaptations and spin-offs ranging from various anime instalments and films to nearly two dozen different videogames. Even with all of this, audiences still seem very interested in more Sword Art. Its latest game, Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream, is a good example of this, as it's currently attracting huge player numbers on Steam since it launched yesterday. Continue reading Co-op RPG Sword Art Online Fractured Daydream is blowing up on Steam MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Best co-op games, Best anime games

It’s a cold, snowy night in Sanctuary. Crowds have gathered around a stone plinth in Kyovashad, hushed into silence. Reverend Mother Prava stands before them, illuminated by flickering torchlight and, of course, the supposed reverence of the now-fallen Inarius. It feels almost like nothing has changed: Inarius and Lilith are dead, hatred’s heart has been pierced, and, like a mindless flock, Sanctuary’s denizens are thanking the High Heavens. From the onset, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred instills a sense of hopelessness; a reminder that our Wanderer’s journey will always end in bloodshed. Continue reading Diablo 4 Vessel of Hatred review - Diablo 2, but even better MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPGs, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred review, Diablo 4 classes