The Pokémon TCG: Hidden Fates expansion launched for Western audiences just over a week ago and packs of the set have been hard to come by as collectors try to fill out their binders early. The 68-card set is a smaller release, but that didn’t stop one of the fan-favorite cards from breaking the bank as a shiny Charizard card sold for over $10,000 on eBay.  SV49 shiny Charizard-GX was already set to be one of the most highly sought-after cards.

Shiny hunters around the world are chomping at the bit to get through the story of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl so they can get to the real meat of the game: Shiny hunting.  This game is a little different from the newest main series games, since the starter Pokémon, Piplup, Chimchar, and Turtwig are not Shiny locked. This means that starter Pokémon can be hunted, and when I heard that, the first thought that I had was I was going to purchase both of the games so I could Shiny hunt my start on one while I played through the game and got to end-game Shiny hunting on the other.

Fusion cards in Yu-Gi-Oh! allow you to combine two or more creatures into a powerful Fusion Monster from your Extra Deck. While some creatures have powerful stats with simple effects, others can possess game-changing effects but with restricting Fusion conditions. There are various cards to help you summon those powerful creatures depending on your game plan. While some cards are basic such as Polymerization and have no additional effects, others such as Invocation allow you to quickly change the pace on the board.

Cho’Gath is a popular champion often played in the top lane. If left unchecked, Cho’Gath can become a problem for opposing teams in later stages of the game in teamfights. Cho’Gath’s ultimate Feast grants him bonus health for every stack he’s acquired throughout the game. In addition to the champion’s healing passive, this can make Cho’Gath almost unkillable in the later portions of the game. Here are the best counters to stop Cho’Gath from getting to that point.

The NBA 2K series is back with another title. NBA 2K22 will be a fresh start for all the MyPlayer, MyTeam, and MyPark with new badges to try alongside new environments. With the number of badges increasing, players will have more options to consider while picking the ultimate badge layout for their players. While you can get away without badges against the AI, you’ll need to do your research if you’re looking to take on other players.

The Nintendo Switch OLED is bringing a lot of neat additions to the Switch family to make it the console you should get. On top of a new dock with a ton of small improvements, such as the kickstand and the addition of a LAN adapter, the console itself also displays a brighter, more vibrant screen that’s bigger than any other model. Despite being a new version of the Nintendo Switch console, however, the OLED still only provides a 720p resolution in handheld mode.

When looking for a way to spruce up your setup, artisan keycaps are a simple and expressive route to go. Artisan keycaps come in all shapes, sizes, colors, patterns, and themes. These keycaps are made out of a myriad of materials but mainly casting resin. Mainstream keyboard and keycap companies do not typically sell artisan keycaps. The best places to find one-off keycaps are often online through group buys and raffles, but there are other options for those looking for ready-made keycaps.

Next-gen consoles have been out for more than a year now, and PlayStation 5 is still a rare sight to see in retail stores. The global chip shortage made the latest generation of consoles a rare piece of gaming equipment as most players still need to deal with scalpers while purchasing a PS5. Sony recently launched an event that can be a glimmer of hope for all the fans who still haven’t purchased a PS5, but it requires more than luck.

VALORANT is a character-based shooter similar to games like Counter-Strike and Overwatch. But while abilities are an important factor for the game’s identity, weapons are at its core. Understanding which weapon to buy in VALORANT and when to buy can have big implications on your gameplay. There are a total of 17 guns available to use in the game, each with their own individual strength and set of stats. There are sidearms, SMGs, shotguns, rifles, snipers, and heavies.

The two different versions of Raichu in Pokémon Go offer massive differences depending on what players want to achieve. The Kanto (and original) Raichu boasts great Speed and Sp. Attack and is a pure Electric-type Pokémon. Alolan Raichu, on the other hand, has the bonus of being a dual-type, giving it a wider move pool than its other version. Of course, both versions of Raichu come with their own strengths and weaknesses, and choosing which one to use depends mostly on preference.