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Games alone won’t make the world better. They won’t even make gamers better. We publish some articles that certainly seem pretty pro-games, but we’re very upfront about the catches. One big one is on us, the players, and how we game. However, game designers can do a lot to help us. “But that’s hard, expensive, and/or boring!” some of you may be thinking. And yeah, sometimes that’s true. But for both indies and AAA companies, not only are there organizations able to help, but there’s the potential for government aid in unlikely places. Games for good isn’t just a pipe dream, either. Some of the most (deservedly) vilified gaming communities have not only helped with their time but their wallets as well. Even before going to GDC this year we knew this, but a few panels I watched really helped it click. The concept of player power for good I’ve mentioned how despite the fact that we have evidence that play helps … [Read more...] about GDC 2018: Games can help humanity, be profitable, and get support from gamers

Let’s just stipulate right here that Final Fantasy XIV knows how to freaking throw down a fan festival. Patch info, expansion info, juicy teases, no mobile junk, and no condescension. Oh yeah, and the devs are also the band. If you’ve missed Eliot’s in-person coverage of the Vegas event, you’ve missed out indeed. Of course, other stuff also happened this week; for example, we saw big content drops for Black Desert, EverQuest II, Secret World Legends, ArcheAge, and TERA, plus Hellgate is back and Fallout 76 officially opened its doors. And we got a look at Path of Exile’s next big thing, and we’ll have more info from the Hi-Rez Expo this week too. Read on to catch up with the very best of this week’s MMO news and opinions today as every Sunday in Massively Overpowered’s Week in Review! THIS WEEK’S TOP STORIES FFXIV Fan Festival 2018: Shadowbringers promises new story, new regions, and new jobs - The plan was to fan a … [Read more...] about MMO Week in Review: Final Fantasy XIV knows how to throw a fan event

Appalachia is a vast open world that can be pretty scary to explore as a new player to Fallout 76. Not to worry though, we have some handy new player tips and tricks for Fallout 76 to help you on your way. Whether you plan to play alone in West Virgina or gang up with your regular mates, these pointers will definitely help in the early game. #1 Get Your Weapons First The intro sequence to Fallout 76 is a pace setter. Before leaving Vault 76, be sure to pick up everything you come across along the way. Lookout for medicine most importantly, like Stimpaks and Radaway. Once you leave the vault, don’t go running off in any direction just yet. While tempting, you might be wondering. How do I get my first weapons in Fallout 76? To the right of the Vault entrance, you’ll come across a dead body. Head to it and pick up your first Pistol weapon. You can also grab a melee weapon by heading to the left of the vault entrance and heading down a flight of steps. You’ll find a … [Read more...] about Top 5 Fallout 76 Beginner and New Player Tips!

Fallout 76 is free to play this weekend, and if you haven’t tried it give it a shot. Many improvements and additions has come to the game. Appalachia is a vast open world that can be pretty scary to explore as a new player to Fallout 76. Not to worry though, we have some handy new player tips and tricks for Fallout 76 to help you on your way. Whether you plan to play alone in West Virgina or gang up with your regular mates, these pointers will definitely help in the early game. #1 Get Your Weapons First The intro sequence to Fallout 76 is a pace setter. Before leaving Vault 76, be sure to pick up everything you come across along the way. Lookout for medicine most importantly, like Stimpaks and Radaway. Once you leave the vault, don’t go running off in any direction just yet. While tempting, you might be wondering. How do I get my first weapons in Fallout 76? To the right of the Vault entrance, you’ll come across a dead body. Head to it and pick up your first Pistol … [Read more...] about Top 5 Fallout 76 New Player and Beginner Tips 2019