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Billy Givens

Billy Givens

Gaming Writer

Billy Givens is a freelance writer with over a decade of experience writing gaming, film, and tech content. His work can be found on IGN, GameSpot, Tom's Guide, and more.

The cover art for Minecraft.

Is Minecraft cross-platform?

If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
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PS5 with SSD

How to add an internal SSD to a PS5

If you're not feeling particularly happy with the limited amount of storage on your PlayStation 5, you can always add an additional internal SSD. Here's how.
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A player fishes in their local pond.

When is Stardew Valley 1.6 coming to consoles? Switch, PS5, Xbox, more

Stardew Valley's 1.6 update has already released for PC, but console players are wondering when they'll get a chance to check out of all of the new changes.
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Blix Packa cargo e-bike

Cruiser? Cargo? Commuter? How to choose the right e-bike for you

Not only are there hundreds of options to choose from when buying an ebike, but there are a wide selection of styles, with each best suited for specific tasks.
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A player holds a football in EA Sports College Football 25.

Is College Football 25 cross-platform?

If you're eager to jump into EA's rebranding of its NCAA franchise, you may be wondering if you can play with friends on other platforms. Here's the answer.
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Cybertruck in Fortnite.

How to get a Cybertruck in Fortnite

If you want to get your hands on a Cybertruck in Fortnite, you'll need to hop on the game and complete a series of specific quests to work your way to it.
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DualSense

How to change PS5 controller brightness

The PlayStation 5's DualSense controller has lights on the back and around the touchpad that can tell you useful information. But you can also turn it off.
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Lectric XP Lite

Folding e-bikes are amazing, if you can deal with these caveats

Folding e-bikes are portable space savers, but they come with some downsides, too. Here are the most important pros and cons of choosing a folding e-bike.
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The Division 3 rumors: everything we know so far

The third game in Ubisoft's massively popular third-person shooter series is definitely in development, and here's everything we currently know about it.
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A knight slashing another soldier.

What are Scadutree Fragments in Elden Ring?

As you progress through Elden Ring's challenging Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, keep an eye out for these helpful items to increase your chances of survival.
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A warrior fights in Elden Ring.

What is Revered Spirit Ash in Elden Ring?

As you make your way through the Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, you'll want to find Revered Spirit Ashes to improve your steed and spectral summons.
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The hand-to-hand combat style in Shadow of the Erdtree.

5 great weapons you should try in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree

Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree expansion has plenty of great weapons to use, but these are some top picks we think are really worth the effort to find.
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Sony PlayStation DualSense Controller appears on a white background.

How to improve battery life on a PS5 controller

There's a good chance your PlayStation 5's DualSense controller doesn't have a stellar battery life. Here's how you can improve your play time on each charge.
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Geoff Keighley holding DualSense.

How to turn off PS5 controller vibration

The DualSense controller has some really incredible vibration technology, but if you'd like to turn it off for some reason, you can do so following these steps.
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A furnace golem looms in Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree.

How long is Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree?

Elden Ring's new Shadow of the Erdtree expansion features a lot of content to delve into. Here's how long it's likely to take you to see all of it.
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A male rider crouched down riding an Ariel eBikes Kepler fat tire e-bike on hard-packed beach sand.

The best e-bike accessories make your ride safer, smoother, and more fun

Getting an e-bike is just the first step for many riders, as there are also a variety of very useful accessories offering protection, utility, and convenience.
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The two protagonists of Gears of War: E-Day.

Gears of War: E-Day: everything we know so far

The Coalition is taking one of the most beloved shooter franchises back to the beginning with Gears of War: E-Day. Here's everything we know about it so far.
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A Defiant standing with a gun in front of a large yellow X.

XDefiant factions guide: all abilities and ultras

XDefiant features multiple factions pulled from Ubisoft's most popular franchises. Here are all of the characters, abilities, and more you'll need to know.
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Characters in the Sims 4.

Is The Sims 4 multiplayer?

There's an awful lot to do in The Sims 4. And if you're curious about whether you can join up with friends to get it all done, we've got the answer here.
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Brutal Beachhead location in Fortnite

The best places to land in Fortnite

Choosing the best places to land in Fortnite is key to your survival and winning. Here are the best landing spots in Fortnite for Chapter 5, Season 3.
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Xdefiant gun

All XDefiant guns and how to unlock them

There are a lot of guns you can equip to your loadout, but you'll have to complete challenges to unlock them first. Here's how to unlock every gun in XDefiant.
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A crowd of Sims attends an in-game musical festival.

Is The Sims 4 free?

The Sims 4 has brought joy to millions of players. If you're curious about joining the fun, here's what to know about the game's cost (or lack thereof).
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XDefiant

The best guns in XDefiant

XDefiant has a solid lineup of guns for players to choose from, but they're not all created equally. Here are the best ones you can pick for your loadout.
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XDefiant

All XDefiant characters and how to unlock them

There are plenty of characters to choose from in XDefiant, but you'll need to put in a bit of work to unlock them all. Here's how to unlock every character.
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Four people in military gear walking through the snowy, abandoned streets of New York

The Division Resurgence: trailers, gameplay, and more

Ubisoft is bringing its popular third-person shooter franchise to mobile devices sometime soon. Here's everything we know about The Division Resurgence.
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XDefiant

How to high five in XDefiant

There's a lot of shooting and strategy involved in XDefiant's tense, frenetic matches. Let off some steam by giving a teammate a high five for a job well done.
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XDefiant

Is XDefiant free?

Ubisoft's new first-person shooter is quite popular, so it makes sense you'd want to check it out. If you're wondering whether it's free, we've got the answer.
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Annihilape outside.

All Pokémon natures explained: full list of natures and stat changes

Every Pokémon you catch has a nature that plays a part in their effectiveness in combat. We've compiled a list of all natures and what to expect from them.
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Aventon Abound rider with plants and store bought items on road.

I ditched my car for a month of e-biking. Here’s what I learned

I spent a whole month testing various styles and models of e-bikes to see if I could meet all of my needs with just two wheels. Here's everything I learned.
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A soldier in silhouette in Helldivers 2.

Is Helldivers 2 coming to Xbox?

Helldivers 2 is a hit for Sony and can be played on PlayStation 5 or PC. But if you want to play the game on Xbox, you may be wondering what the future holds.
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A profile shot shows Alan Truly wearing the Meta Quest 3.

How to cast Meta Quest 3 to a TV

There are plenty of reasons you may want to cast your Quest 3 to a television, and it's luckily a quick and easy process. Here's exactly how to do it.
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How to move games to another SSD on a PlayStation 5

If you've installed another SSD into your PlayStation 5, you can move your games onto that storage device to clean up space on your main SSD. Here's how.
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A PS5 sits on a table.

How to delete save data on PS5

Sometimes you just want to clean out all of the clutter on your PS5. If you want to get rid of some old save data you'll never need again, here's how to do so.
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A snowy settlement in Manor Lords.

Is Manor Lords on console?

Manor Lords is really blowing up on Steam right now, but if you're wondering whether you can play it on consoles, we've got some mixed news.
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