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When it comes to almost anything in life, it's important to never get too high or too low on things to protect yourself. That being said, let's look at 5 reasons to be excited for A pex Legends Season 3: Meltdown, and 5 things that could worry In the trailer for season three, Octane can be seen leaping into The Geyser's titular feature to be swept up into the air, much like bouncing off of one of his jump pads. That depiction is just a little bit misleading concerning the actual results of doing t He bar-tended in Solace City at a place called Paradise Lounge. It's there where he heard about the Apex Games from his patrons and his interest quickly grew. Once his mother gave him the green light he was off to the ra The bot's actual cargo container changes colors as it floats along, from blue, to purple, and then gold or red. The color is reflective of the loot tier that is inside, so you'll need to time your shots in order to get the good stuff. Cargo Bots also have a chance to drop a Vault Key, which will open up one of the loot vaults spread around the map. We'll touch on those On the surface, Mirage may look like a self-centered guy who only cares about himself. It turns out that he's quite thoughtful and his fear of his mother losing her only remaining child ate away at him constan If you've ever been to a bar and had a good experience with the bartender it was likely due to how outgoing and welcoming they were. The life of a bartender suited Mirage pretty well and it was exactly what he did before entering King's Canyon in hopes of competing in the Apex Ga Ultimately, the best duos will be the characters that players are the most comfortable playing. Good teamwork skills and communication are vital, and choosing legends whose abilities complement one another can only help improve the chances of winn There's most definitely an awful lot to unpack here. And if you're wondering where to start, then as always, we're here to help you out with that. Keep scrolling to join us as we highlight and check out ten of the biggest ways in which season three is changing the PS5 game Guide for Apex Legen Fortunately, Wattson’s tactical allows shield regeneration and Lifeline’s health drone restores health. A duo comprised of Wattson and Lifeline means players who are willing to play somewhat defensively have a number of options on this front. Assuming they have good positions with lots of cover, they can let other teams fight it out while they peek out for kills and knocks at a distance. Wattson's ultimate ability can protect people from grenades and artillery strikes from Gibraltars and Bangalores. Additionally, opponents are often afraid to push Wattson due to her fences, which cause a small amount of damage but also slow down players, making them easy targets. This makes it difficult for enemies to rush, which can give Lifeline enough time to resurrect Wattson should she get knocked at any po Taken together, this means that the characters’ dependence on tactical abilities is greater than in other modes. Therefore, duos should aim to play as characters that have abilities that aren't too similar, giving them the most options for tactically-sound plays in any situat Geysers actually acts just like a Jump Tower, propelling the player high into the air and putting them into skydiving mode. It's still useful, of course, especially when you're ready to rotate after looting the area. But it's a lot more time consuming and much more noticeable to nearby enemies than a simple boosted j Cargo Bots take the place of the "flyers" that were in King's Canyon, dropping payloads of loot for those brave enough to give away their position by shooting them down. However, there's a little bit more to them that necessitates some explanat The magic of this duo is that Crypto’s abilities are most useful if used while he’s hidden. His drone allows him to see over distances while he remains stationary. On the other hand, Pathfinder excels in getting around the map quickly. So, if Crypto uses his drone to spot another team in a building nearby, a Pathfinder can zipline them both to the top of that building quickly before the opposing team has a chance to gather their bearing and assert a defense. With the high ground advantage, the Pathfinder and Crypto team can then take the fi Of course, when removing the Disruptor Rounds and Skullpiercer hop-ups from play, they had to make sure to give us a couple of new toys to play with. What players get in exchange are the Anvil Receiver for the Flatline and R301, and the Double Tap Trigger for the EVA-8 and G7 Sc Most of the people who compete in the Apex Games are doing it for pride, money, or fame. Caustic on the other hand simply is in it to further experiment and test out his new toxic gasses. His ongoing belief in using living subjects has entered the ultimate game stage of needing to see how it affects hum

Each Shadow Legend kill returns health. This is helpful to know in cases where meds may be unavailable or will take too long to use. Killing Shadow Legends in succession will restore full health, but players will still need to make sure to have enough shields to protect themselves in the case of a Shadow melee att Every season brings with it a new competitor to the Apex Games, and the upcoming third season is no different. Crypto will be making his entrance, and, though not much is known in regards to his in-game abilities, Respawn did release an animated short giving a glimpse into Crypto's life before his evolut You'll also be able to easily tell which areas have been picked over and which ones haven't. This can save you a lot of time sifting through useless junk if your squad is in need of upgrades, or perhaps even better, save your squad a fight they're not prepared for if another team's already looting an a In response to fan demand, Apex Legends is giving its players a Duos Mode, though only for a limited time. But not all pairs are equal. Like peanut butter and jelly or chicken and waffles, sometimes two very different things complement one another in an amazing One suggestion is that, due to the most recent hack, the Kings Canyon arena became so overrun with wildlife that it was no longer usable. This led one Redditor to speculate that Kings Canyon could return as a PvE map, as datamined game content suggests players will eventually be able to fight spide The lab was constantly experimenting trying to come up with stronger and more efficient formulas to be the most effective. This constant state of experimentation and iteration was likely the cause of Caustic's mental sh In King's Canyon he's never going to win a sprinting or climbing competition, but, likely, he'd out trap you. He's a brilliant mind that may be a bit mad and/or psychotic, but remember that with age comes a ton of experience and knowle Crypto's ultimate skill, the EMP Blast, has the potential to be one of the most powerful in the game when utilized correctly. Used while piloting the drone, it stuns enemies, deals fifty damage to shields, and it destroys traps laid by Caustic or Wattson over a pretty generous area of eff Being able to recover squadmates remotely using the drone is big news already. Particularly slick drone pilots will be able to sneak the banners of their fallen friends right out from under hostile squads, but the biggest bonus by far is the ability to easily recover teammates that fall outside of the r As as the Crypto reveal video shows , and as was supplemented by several in-game clues such as changing banners and Crypto sightings , Crypto appears to have successfully hacked the Apex Games Arena. While it's not entirely clear how that hack affected the arena, it likely that whatever he did made it inopera This shows no distinguishing features. However, the fact that Caustic is able to walk through and trap players in the space shows that this location may feel similar to the Bunker location on the original There are numerous caves on the original Kings Canyon map, including one area that's simply called Caves. In the Season 3 trailer, a brief segment shows Crypto walking through a cavernous area. However, the technological equipment in the background suggests this is something beyond a Kings Canyon-style cave. It may have elements similar to the underground lab players found during the Wraith Town Takeov Even when on the Shadow Squad, ps5 weapons legend Fortified and Low Profile traits still apply . This means Shadow Legend versions Caustic and Gibraltar may survive attacks longer, while Shadow Legends versions of Wraith, Pathfinder, Lifeline and Wattson may die more quic Ultimately, the best duos will be the characters that players are the most comfortable playing. Good teamwork skills and communication are vital, and choosing legends whose abilities complement one another can only help improve the chances of winn Even with super speed and one- or two-hit kills, it’s not always as easy to down a Legend as one might think. Working with other Shadow Legends gives the Shadow Squad an advantage as they can attack from many different directions at o Shadow characters can walk through the storm without taking damage. They can also use ziplines and Wraith’s portals. They are unable to open doors but are able to melee through them, and they can climb extremely high relative to the Legends. An understanding of what a shadow character can and can’t do will help guide decision-making during the m He likely came from a family of wealth and/or one that found pride in their familial history. Though Caustic is still alive there is truth to the belief that their son Alexander Maxwell Nox died that day in the lab as the man he is now is unrecogniza There are few things in life as frustrating as making it to the game’s final circles but running low on health and shields. In most games, players desperately need health and shield items. Even if the players have stacked tons of kills, med kits and shield cells may be in short supply by the time players make it to the end g

Each Shadow Legend kill returns health. This is helpful to know in cases where meds may be unavailable or will take too long to use. Killing Shadow Legends in succession will restore full health, but players will still need to make sure to have enough shields to protect themselves in the case of a Shadow melee att Every season brings with it a new competitor to the Apex Games, and the upcoming third season is no different. Crypto will be making his entrance, and, though not much is known in regards to his in-game abilities, Respawn did release an animated short giving a glimpse into Crypto's life before his evolut You'll also be able to easily tell which areas have been picked over and which ones haven't. This can save you a lot of time sifting through useless junk if your squad is in need of upgrades, or perhaps even better, save your squad a fight they're not prepared for if another team's already looting an a In response to fan demand, Apex Legends is giving its players a Duos Mode, though only for a limited time. But not all pairs are equal. Like peanut butter and jelly or chicken and waffles, sometimes two very different things complement one another in an amazing One suggestion is that, due to the most recent hack, the Kings Canyon arena became so overrun with wildlife that it was no longer usable. This led one Redditor to speculate that Kings Canyon could return as a PvE map, as datamined game content suggests players will eventually be able to fight spide The lab was constantly experimenting trying to come up with stronger and more efficient formulas to be the most effective. This constant state of experimentation and iteration was likely the cause of Caustic's mental sh In King's Canyon he's never going to win a sprinting or climbing competition, but, likely, he'd out trap you. He's a brilliant mind that may be a bit mad and/or psychotic, but remember that with age comes a ton of experience and knowle Crypto's ultimate skill, the EMP Blast, has the potential to be one of the most powerful in the game when utilized correctly. Used while piloting the drone, it stuns enemies, deals fifty damage to shields, and it destroys traps laid by Caustic or Wattson over a pretty generous area of eff Being able to recover squadmates remotely using the drone is big news already. Particularly slick drone pilots will be able to sneak the banners of their fallen friends right out from under hostile squads, but the biggest bonus by far is the ability to easily recover teammates that fall outside of the r As as the Crypto reveal video shows , and as was supplemented by several in-game clues such as changing banners and Crypto sightings , Crypto appears to have successfully hacked the Apex Games Arena. While it's not entirely clear how that hack affected the arena, it likely that whatever he did made it inopera This shows no distinguishing features. However, the fact that Caustic is able to walk through and trap players in the space shows that this location may feel similar to the Bunker location on the original There are numerous caves on the original Kings Canyon map, including one area that's simply called Caves. In the Season 3 trailer, a brief segment shows Crypto walking through a cavernous area. However, the technological equipment in the background suggests this is something beyond a Kings Canyon-style cave. It may have elements similar to the underground lab players found during the Wraith Town Takeov Even when on the Shadow Squad, legend Fortified and Low Profile traits still apply . This means Shadow Legend versions Caustic and Gibraltar may survive attacks longer, while Shadow Legends versions of Wraith, Pathfinder, Lifeline and Wattson may die more quic Ultimately, the best duos will be the characters that players are the most comfortable playing. Good teamwork skills and communication are vital, and choosing legends whose abilities complement one another can only help improve the chances of winn Even with super speed and one- or two-hit kills, it’s not always as easy to down a Legend as one might think. Working with other Shadow Legends gives the Shadow Squad an advantage as they can attack from many different directions at o Shadow characters can walk through the storm without taking damage. They can also use ziplines and Wraith’s portals. They are unable to open doors but are able to melee through them, and they can climb extremely high relative to the Legends. An understanding of what a shadow character can and ps5 weapons can’t do will help guide decision-making during the m He likely came from a family of wealth and/or one that found pride in their familial history. Though Caustic is still alive there is truth to the belief that their son Alexander Maxwell Nox died that day in the lab as the man he is now is unrecogniza There are few things in life as frustrating as making it to the game’s final circles but running low on health and shields. In most games, players desperately need health and shield items. Even if the players have stacked tons of kills, med kits and shield cells may be in short supply by the time players make it to the end g

As Dead by Daylight is strictly an online, multiplayer game, it lives or dies by the size of its player base. In a recent announcement post leading up to the release of the ps5 Game Deals on the Nintendo Switch, the possibility of cross play was raised but addressed as not being planned between platfo Along with being added to the game, Wattson was also given a skin for the second season. The skin is called Hot Rod and embraces the engineering she's so familiar with. Its design seems to be a mix of steampunk and classic car inspirations that come together to form an interesting and very cool aesthe The kind of experimentation was clear in the release of the Stranger Things chapter featuring Nancy Wheeler, Steve Harrington, and the Demogorgon. While that series leans less away from horror, Côté explained how positive the release was, "[ Stranger Things ] was by far the biggest release we’ve had in the history of Dead by Daylight , we broke out concurrent user records, and there are more people playing today than there have ever been. And with the Switch release, we just added on top of th Geysers actually acts just like a Jump Tower, propelling the player high into the air and putting them into skydiving mode. It's still useful, of course, especially when you're ready to rotate after looting the area. But it's a lot more time consuming and much more noticeable to nearby enemies than a simple boosted j For now, the future of Dead by Daylight looks bright, and the passion of its game director can only bring positive developments in the future. Now we wait to see if Oni is our next killer, or something new and twisted in betw Wraith’s the type of person I’d kiss when the mood is exactly right. We’re drinking hot toddies, enjoying a romantic evening of discussing the latest Area 51 conspiracy theories when I decide to plant one on On the issue of cross play, Côté was clear in the matter, "It’s untrue that there are no plans for cross play, we are looking at it. For us, the one thing that allows us to keep the game alive is a player base, there is a critical mass for the matchmaking to work, purely for that, anything above that is good, and the more we can bring people together through cross play or any other way, the better it’s going to be for everyone’s experience. It’s obviously something we are looking at very close There are so many characters that seem to fall within a grey zone of being appropriate for Dead by Daylight . This writer would love to see the Aliens franchise represented, with a Xenomorph killer and Ellen Ripley combining a flash light onto a tool box with duct tape, but the idea may simply be too far into the genre of Science Fiction to fit into the game, even if horror elements are pres Most problematic was that the Battle Pass lacked the creative challenges seen in Fortnite , which make acquiring tiers quick and fun. This meant that, in Apex Legends , the only way to level up was to play the game over and over again with no specific plan in mind. The grind was real, the rewards were unappealing, so few bothered to continue as a res One of the problems with competing against Fortnite is that players expect similar value for their consumer dollar. While the game is free-to-play, many players spend on cosmetic items to support the develo In the trailer for season three, Octane can be seen leaping into The Geyser's titular feature to be swept up into the air, much like bouncing off of one of his jump pads. That depiction is just a little bit misleading concerning the actual results of doing t The bot's actual cargo container changes colors as it floats along, from blue, to purple, and then gold or red. The color is reflective of the loot tier that is inside, so you'll need to time your shots in order to get the good stuff. Cargo Bots also have a chance to drop a Vault Key, which will open up one of the loot vaults spread around the map. We'll touch on those As a result, many are now wondering if Respawn Entertainment is solely responsible for the Iron Crate Pack controversy, or if they are being heavily leaned upon by EA to adopt the model they have used in their ga Wattson is sweet, silly and super smart. In fact, she might just be the smartest woman in the Frontier — she did master quantum laser mechanics to create the Ring, after all. A charming engineer who’s friendly, calm and sciency but not Caustic-level mad? A chance to kiss her would be… _ electrifying In total, the pass provided only four new skins, and three of them were unlocked right away at level one. These skins had only the smallest of differences in their paint jobs, leaving most to wonder what the point was of releasing them in the first place. The rest of the items were bland, and in some cases, loot boxes, which frustrate players now more than ever as they do not know what they are receiving and are at the mercy of a random loot table select

A word of caution for those who might be ready to upgrade their setup. If you’ve never used professional esports-level gear like this before, there will be a bit of an adjustment period. The sensitivity and responsiveness of the Viper and Hunstman were unlike anything I’ve ever played on before, but soon became second nature. As long as you’re willing to put in the time to learn the ins-and-outs of your new gear, you’ll soon see just how advantageous Razer’s newest products can be in regards to your gamep When it comes to almost anything in life, it's important to never get too high or too low on things to protect yourself. That being said, let's look at 5 reasons to be excited for A pex Legends Season 3: Meltdown, and 5 things that could worry According to a website that tracks stats across the entirety of Apex Legends concerning specific characters, Wraith is the best in several categories. She happens to have the best win rate, kill/death ratio, and a ton of other factors that showcase how powerful her abilities are. A character in a game is only as good as the person controlling them. These come down to either the best players in the game using Wraith as their main character or that her abilities are user-friendly to every skill level and give players an edge, only if sligh With no way to counter the zip line, a person who has low ground has to take a low-ground, long distance fight or wait for the Pathfinder to come down. The latter becomes unlikely, though, when the character is in an advantageous posit Whether it’s through a new character with special abilities that counter Pathfinder, or the availability of grapple guns as loot items, there needs to be some way to give other characters the chance to be on effective footing with Pathfin Geysers actually acts just like a Jump Tower, propelling the player high into the air and putting them into skydiving mode. It's still useful, of course, especially when you're ready to rotate after looting the area. But it's a lot more time consuming and much more noticeable to nearby enemies than a simple boosted j In terms of gaming accessory priorities, it’s easy for headsets to take a backseat to a keyboard or mouse. But if you’re genuinely looking to gain an advantage over your competition - especially in a Ps5 Game Performance like _ Apex Legends _ in which you need to listen for incoming footsteps - a solid headset is an absolute m The main thing that Fortnite has over Apex Legends is that its map is constantly evolving every few weeks, whereas Respawn has taken a different approach to updates. Since launch, the map has only seen one major evolution, and their updates overall come at intervals of a couple of weeks for the most p Many people think that Apex Legends was a flash in the pan, as its numbers on Twitch and other gaming-centric sites dropped since launch. The truth is that there are very few things that can compete with League of Legends or Fortnite , so comparing numbers to those titans is unf The best skins in the pass are the two you get for reaching level 100 and 110 respectively and the initial one you get for purchasing the pass in the first place. The only other weapon skin of note in the entire thing is the Molten skin you get for the Mastiff Shotgun which is an airdrop legendary weapon. Fans of the Gears of War gun skins will enjoy However, leaving behind the familiar and comfortable confines of King's Canyon means learning the ins and outs of the map all over again. Thankfully, TheGamer 's here to help you get a head start on that. Keep scrolling to check out ten things you really ought to know before dropping in and taking on World's E Additionally, the grapple offers both speed and elevation at the same time. Octane’s jump pad can do this, too, but the grapple resets much more frequently than the jump pad. Additionally, the jump pads don’t offer nearly as much height or distance or Pathfinder’s grapple, plus the grapple offers far more cont Multi-story buildings, such as those within Capitol City, generally have a room on each of their many floors that can be holed up in, and outlying buildings (especially those with adjoining hallway sections, as seen in The Geyser) can be hid under or slid through. Practically every location has its equivalent, and getting creative with them pays The game's objective is to get wins, so it’s impossible to fault anyone for choosing to learn and play this character. The major problem is that Respawn Entertainment has developed a universe of interesting characters with unique abilities, but none of them can effectively counter a Pathfinder’s speed and height advanta The skin is called Jade Tiger and takes a lot of influence from ancient Chinese antiques and armor. It is very reminiscent of the jade beetle and the mix of green and gold makes him pop on screen. If you're looking to move undetected in King's Canyon you might want to avoid this s

Fortunately, Wattson’s tactical allows shield regeneration and Lifeline’s health drone restores health. A duo comprised of Wattson and Lifeline means players who are willing to play somewhat defensively have a number of options on this front. Assuming they have good positions with lots of cover, they can let other teams fight it out while they peek out for kills and knocks at a distance. Wattson's ultimate ability can protect people from grenades and artillery strikes from Gibraltars and Bangalores. Additionally, opponents are often afraid to push Wattson due to her fences, which cause a small amount of damage but also slow down players, making them easy targets. This makes it difficult for enemies to rush, which can give Lifeline enough time to resurrect Wattson should she get knocked at any po In Apex Legends Mirage is the Bugs Bunny of the group. His joking personality and willingness to always have a good time is praised and welcomed by several people. It also has a way of rubbing some people the wrong way and coming off as fake or disingenu It's unclear if Mirage has ever been off-planet, but it seems his ignorance to things happening on the same planet as him shows that he isn't exactly cultured or concerned with things happening outside of his immediate vicin From gaming PCs and laptops to accessories, Razer is one of the first brands that comes to mind when gamers are in need of anything video game gear-related. This is especially true when it comes to the competitive scene, with gamers doing everything they can to get a leg up on the competition. Razer is an easy go-to solution in this regard thanks to its relationships with professional esports players associated with Team Razer. Who wouldn’t want to try and elevate their gameplay by using the same gear as professional _ Counter-Strike: Global Offensive _ player, TACO (MIBR), or Evil Geniuses’ professional Dota 2 player, Arte In terms of gaming accessory priorities, it’s easy for headsets to take a backseat to a keyboard or mouse. But if you’re genuinely looking to gain an advantage over your competition - especially in a PS5 Game Ratings like _ Apex Legends _ in which you need to listen for incoming footsteps - a solid headset is an absolute m It seems that the world of superheroes comes naturally to VanSanten, so it's no surprise that she voices a hero of her own in Wraith. She's a perfect example of an actor looking nothing like their character, but doing an excellent job of giving it the perfect voice anyw Another idea relates back to the reason for the hack itself. Because the original hack gave Crypto a way to determine a character's win odds in any game, it's possible that the security breach required the team to move the games due to the corrupted sys Many people think that Apex Legends was a flash in the pan, as its numbers on Twitch and other gaming-centric sites dropped since launch. The truth is that there are very few things that can compete with League of Legends or Fortnite , so comparing numbers to those titans is unf This scene appears to take place in a plant lab. Interestingly, none of the other map areas show lifeforms beyond the characters. With no signs of life on the planet's natural terrain, t's possible this lab is a clue how the landscape may develop in the future. Should it be able to produce sustainable plant life that can withstand the map's harsh terrain, the arena may become lush as the season devel Wraith, you would assume, would be on the younger side of the competitors in King's Canyon as she was a lab experiment that escaped. Often in science fiction, these types of characters are younger. For Wraith though, she's actually 27 meaning that she sits right in the middle of her immature younger competitors and the older veterans looking to find some thrills in their golden years. Hopefully, for everyone around her, she doesn't end up developing a mid-life crisis in the next few ye Mirage isn't an only child which may come as surprise considering he has the personality and energy of one. He was the youngest of 4 boys and was the son of a brilliant engineering mother who has helped him throughout his entire l The Razer Kraken Tournament Edition Headset goes above and beyond to fill that need. The headset is the first gaming headset to introduce THX Spatial Audio, which aims to increase players’ in-game awareness to have the upper hand on the playing field. With the Kraken, you’d have to try pretty darn hard to ignore the in-game surrounding environment. Approaching enemy footsteps come through clear as day. The audio control device that can be attached to the headset allows players to adjust game and chat audio on the fly, while also controlling the bass and THX spatial audio tog Many people who try out Mirage love the fact that he can send out decoys of himself. It helps cause confusion and can give your team a serious upper-hand in firefights. A neat thing about the decoys that a good number of people may not know is that if an enemy shoots and hits one of them their location is immediately revealed to your t