Guides by Alex Donaldson

Final Fantasy XVI: Full Chronolith Trial Locations List
Final Fantasy XVI: Full Chronolith Trial Locations List

Each of the FF16 Chronolith Trial stones unlocks a unique challenge which is well worth undertaking them - if you can find the location of each.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 08 July, 2023

Final Fantasy 16 Curiosities guide: Curiosity Locations for the Wall of Memories
Final Fantasy 16 Curiosities guide: Curiosity Locations for the Wall of Memories

The Wall of Memories is a clever way to mark Clive's adventures in FF16, but for it to be truly meaningful you'll need to unlock all of its curiosities.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 08 July, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI Orchestrion Rolls Location guide
Final Fantasy XVI Orchestrion Rolls Location guide

Unlocking all of the FF16 Orchestrion Rolls gives you a range of new music for your Hideaway - and scratches that completionist itch.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 01 July, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI: Behemoth King, The Masterless Marauder Hunt Location
Final Fantasy XVI: Behemoth King, The Masterless Marauder Hunt Location

Facing off with a Behemoth King is a classic Final Fantasy scenario, and in FF16 it comes as part of The Masterless Marauder Hunt - if you can figure out its location.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 24 June, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI: Why Mastering Abilities is worth your time
Final Fantasy XVI: Why Mastering Abilities is worth your time

Mastering Abilities in FF16 is powerful indeed - but it's not a simple power boost to your skills, but something more important.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 22 June, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI: Gorgimera, The Tricephalic Terror Hunt Location
Final Fantasy XVI: Gorgimera, The Tricephalic Terror Hunt Location

Gorgimera is the return of a classic Final Fantasy enemy, back as a challenging S-Rank hunt in FF16.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 22 June, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI: Svarog, Ruin Reawakened Hunt Location
Final Fantasy XVI: Svarog, Ruin Reawakened Hunt Location

Svarog is an all-conquering dragon - and you'll need to defeat it to complete the Ruin Reawakened Hunt in FF16

guide by Alex Donaldson on 22 June, 2023

Final Fantasy XVI: Atlas, Breaker of Worlds Hunt Location
Final Fantasy XVI: Atlas, Breaker of Worlds Hunt Location

The Breaker of Worlds is the first S-Rank hunt in FF16, and pits you against an Atlas. You'll need to know the notorious mark location to battle it, though.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 22 June, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Poe Bargainer Statue Locations Map & Inventory
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Poe Bargainer Statue Locations Map & Inventory

To get your hands on some of the most sinister and powerful armor in TOTK, you'll want to awaken each of the Bargainer Statue Brethren. This guide lists all Bargainer Statue locations.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 19 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Ancient Blade farming location & uses
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Ancient Blade farming location & uses

The Ancient Blade is a new item in Tears of the Kingdom - but its function is actually familiar. Here, we explain how to use them - and how to farm more.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 19 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get the Tunic of Memories, Link's Outfit from BOTW
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get the Tunic of Memories, Link's Outfit from BOTW

If you want to party like it's 2017, it is possible to obtain a fresh set of Link's Champion's outfit from BOTW - known in this game as the Tunic of Memories.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 19 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Using the Ring Garland to solve a Gerudo quest
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Using the Ring Garland to solve a Gerudo quest

Koko in Kakariko Village will sell you a Ring Garland for just 5 rupees - but it's one of the most useless items in TOTK... unless you know how to use it.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 17 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to clear & unlock the Upland Zorana Skyview Tower
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to clear & unlock the Upland Zorana Skyview Tower

The Upland Zorana Skyview Tower is blocked by a nasty goo - but if you clear it, you can fill even more of TOTK's map.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 15 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Light Dragon Location Map, Route, and farming tips
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Light Dragon Location Map, Route, and farming tips

The Light Dragon is a vital piece of Tears of the Kingdom - home to valuable materials. Finding its location isn't always easy - but we've got a map to trace the Light Dragon's route.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 15 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to beat the Malice Hand Monster - and what follows
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to beat the Malice Hand Monster - and what follows

The Malice Hands are one of the nastiest enemies in Tears of the Kingdom - but here's some tips on beating them.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 14 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Hylian Shield location & unlock
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: Hylian Shield location & unlock

The Hylian Shield is an iconic piece of Zelda Gear - and it returns in Tears of the Kingdom - though it's well hidden.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 13 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to Respec Hearts & Stamina upgrades
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to Respec Hearts & Stamina upgrades

If you want to switch around your Stamina and Heart upgrades, Tears of the Kingdom once again has a low-key respec option. m

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to upgrade & revive Horses with Horse God Malanya
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to upgrade & revive Horses with Horse God Malanya

The Horse God Malanya is back in Tears of the Kingdom - but this unique great fairy is now in a different place, and has a new ability.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to beat the Lost Woods and reach Korok Forest
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to beat the Lost Woods and reach Korok Forest

The Korok Forest, Deku Tree, and the Master Sword's plinth all await again in Tears of the Kingdom... if you can find your way through the Lost Woods, that is.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get Link’s Champion's Leathers, the starting outfit
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get Link’s Champion's Leathers, the starting outfit

With a slightly upgraded look from in BOTW, Link's iconic blue Champion's Tunic is back - but in Tears of the Kingdom, you'll need to unlock it. Here's where and how.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get the Earthquake magic ability by invading Yiga Hideouts
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to get the Earthquake magic ability by invading Yiga Hideouts

Mini-games are a Zelda tradition - and so is infiltrating enemy bases. This quest line combines the two, with a unique Earthquake magic skill as a reward.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to open and activate the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower
Zelda Tears of the Kingdom: How to open and activate the Sahasra Slope Skyview Tower

Some of the new map towers in Tears of the Kingdom require a little puzzle solving, and that includes the one on Sahasra Slope - the local tower to Kakariko.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 12 May, 2023

Final Fantasy III Bosses guide: Strategy to beat every Boss Battle in FF3
Final Fantasy III Bosses guide: Strategy to beat every Boss Battle in FF3

This handy guide has tips for all of the FF3 bosses, suitable for NES or the Pixel Remaster alike.

guide by Alex Donaldson and James Galizio on 25 April, 2023

Octopath Traveler II: Best Job Combinations 
Octopath Traveler II: Best Job Combinations 

Choosing the best job combos requires playing to each character's strengths - but we've got some suggestions that'll make your life in Octopath Traveler 2 a lot more manageable.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 11 March, 2023

Octopath Traveler II Crossed Paths guide
Octopath Traveler II Crossed Paths guide

If your biggest complaint about the last game was the lack of party interaction, the Octopath Traveler 2 Crossed Paths system is made for you. Here's the pairings, how they unlock, and more.

guide by Alex Donaldson on 11 March, 2023

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