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Lessons from an endless search for the perfect Gaming & Home Working setup

Maybe it was one of those crises inspired by major life events, but once I knew I had a baby on the way, I made a resolution: I was going to craft my ultimate gaming and home working setup, building one catch-all nerd goblin bunker so that my hobbies and work stopped spilling over into the rest of the house, where there’d soon be a tiny human tearing about. I knew my office was going to have to move to make way for the nursery anyway.

When is Genshin Impact version 2.6 coming out?

Genshin Impact version 2.6 is nearly here! The update, which is finally bringing The Chasm to the game, alongside a new character and loads of new events is dropping March 30 across all regions. But for those looking to jump in as soon as the update goes live, when genshin impact version 2.6 goes live is critical information they may not have. If you count yourself as one of these early birds, we’ve the release times for Genshin Impact 2.

How do I beat the Chak'lok boss fight in Halo Infinite?

Relatively early in your time with Halo Infinite, Master Chief comes up against the powerful Elite, Chak’lok. Wielding the series’ iconic Energy Sword, Chak’lok is a tough melee enemy who can be difficult to handle in the enclosed boss arena you fight inside of. There are a couple of tricks you can employ to force Chak’lok out of hiding however, and defeat him to continue on with your mission.

Need for Speed Payback: here's an in-depth look at customization options available in the garage

Need for Speed Payback features a ton of customization options from custom paint jobs to running boards - and more. There are numerous ways to customize your hotrod in Need for Speed Payback, and today we've been provided with an in-depth look at some of the body kits, decals and other nifty ways to make your vehicle shine. In this video from Arekkz, we're given a look some of the early available options such as decals, and vanity items.

PlanetSide Arena servers will be taken offline on January 10

Just three months after hitting Early Access on Steam, Daybreak Games has announced it's shutting the servers down on Planetside Arena. According to the official announcement, Planetside Arena's time in Early Access didn't draw enough players to "sustain the gameplay experience" the developers envisioned. Servers will be taken offline on January 10, and as of today, all currency purchases and DLC are no longer able to be obtained (thanks, Blue).

The first Paper Mario adventure is coming to Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

Nintendo 64 game Paper Mario is being added to the Switch library next week, and it will be playable with a Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. Coming December 10, this classic game takes you through the tropical jungles of Lavalava Island and to the frosty heights of Shiver Mountain in your quest to thwart Bowser. In the game, he has stolen the magical Star Rod and lifted Peach’s Castle into the sky with the help of Kammy Koopa.

Destiny Xur update: should you buy Zhalo Supercell?

Xur is selling a pretty special Taken King primary auto rifle this weekend. Is it any good? Zhalo Supercell is the primary auto rifle Xur will sell you this weekend for 23 Strange Coins. Zhalo is among the many Exotic weapons that got added with The Taken King expansion, but it's not just any primary. Zhalo Supercell is among the few Exotics with elemental properties. In fact, it's the only primary weapon with elemental powers right now.

Ex-Black Rock staff form Roundcube Entertainment

Two ex-Black Rock staffers have founded a new studio, Roundcube Entertainment, in the wake of dramatic lay-offs at the Disney-owned developer. GamesIndustry reports Nick Baynes and Ian Monaghan will serve as the new studio's head and development director respectively. The newly-formed company is yet to announce any projects. Only around 30 staff remain at Block Rock, which is based in Brighton, after an estimated 100 lay-offs. Its games include Split/Second and Pure.

New Smash Bros DLC character Hero is already banned from some tournaments for being "anti-competitive"

New DLC character Hero is only a couple of weeks into his time as a Smash Bros. fighter, but he's already got the ban hammer from the South Australian Smash community. Hero, from Dragon Quest, was first revealed in full at the end of July and released as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC a little while afterwards. Hero's move set has come under fire from pretty much the moment it was announced thanks to how his moves mimic the random chance aspect of the role-playing games from which he hails.

Pokemon Go Valentine's Event 2020: shiny Happiny, Chansey, new Pokemon and event bonuses explained

Another Pokemon Go event is here. This time it's for Valentine's Day 2020, and the game has a range of appropriately loved-up bonuses for you to celebrate the fact. Pokemon Go Valentine's Event 2020 Start Time & Basic Features First up, when is the event on? Well, simple answer. It kicks off at February 14th (that's Valentine's Day) at 8am local time for you, whatever that is. The event will then run on for several days and come to an end at 10pm local time on February 17.