https://www.thegamer.com All the latest news and coverage of the best indie games around. From small teams to single developers, here's where you'll find news, features, guides and more for those great indie gems. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:13:41 GMT en-US hourly 60 Are you ready for yet another Wordle puzzle? If you're worried about losing your precious streak because you're struggling with the answer, fear not, as you've come to the right place for help.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:13:41 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-27-2023/ Stardew Valley is a gorgeous game. The pixel art style is equal parts endearing and nostalgic, and the bright, saturated color palette has become an icon of the game in itself. But after spending hours upon hours in the game, sometimes it’s nice to change it up a bit. One of the perks of PC gaming is the array of amazing mods available to players.

]]> Wed, 26 Jul 2023 06:30:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-best-graphics-visual-mods/ Golden Walnuts are a unique currency in Stardew Valley used on Ginger Island. Golden Walnuts can be obtained from a variety of actions and are exchanged with the birds of the island to unlock areas, fast travel, and build needed facilities. In total, there are 130 Golden Walnuts; to unlock everything on the island, you will need to obtain 116 walnuts.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 21:15:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-golden-walnut-location-guide/ As the seasons and years pass in Stardew Valley, new content will become available. Once you start your third year in the game, you will have the chance to talk to Trash Bear. This bear will give you quests to complete, in order to bring some beauty back to Pelican Town.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 19:46:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-trash-bear-guide/ Halls of Torment is an action roguelike in the vein of Vampire Survivors with a distinctly Diablo-esque flavor. You control a cast of characters as you mow down hordes of skeletons, imps, and other beasties who show up in increasingly difficult waves as you fight for 30 minutes of survival.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 17:45:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/halls-of-torment-archer-build-best-abilities-guide/ Rockwater Studio pitched a Queen’s Gambit chess game to Netflix before Netflix Games was even a thing. In fact, Rockwater found out about the ambitious project attached to the streaming service minutes before it was due to pitch its idea for the game. With that new information in hand, the studio’s head of marketing Jamie Brayshaw ditched all his meticulously prepared slides and pitch notes to grasp this new opportunity. His flexible approach worked, and Rockwater was working with Netflix.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:00:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-queens-gambit-netflix-game-rockwater-interview/ It's a new day and that means there is a brand new Wordle puzzle ready and waiting! If you find yourself getting a little stuck with today's word, we've got everything you need to know right here.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:00:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-26-2023/ Stardew Valley is a relaxing game in which you inherit a farm and pursue an idealistic life in the country. You can plant various crops and take care of barnyard animals. There is a wide range of loveable characters to meet and befriend along the way as well.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-hidden-tips-tricks-mechanics/ Stardew Valley is different from other relaxation sims because of its in-depth character list. Each NPC is fleshed out - many with romance options for the player - with unique personalities and relationships that unfold as fans earn more friendship levels with them.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:31:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-main-characters-age-height-birthday/ Mystery games stretch far and wide across the gaming-sphere. They can encompass many different genres such as fantasy or pure horror. A good mystery can leave you thinking of a solution, even when you are not actively playing. If you are itching for a mystery to solve, you've come to the right place.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-mystery-games-steam/ With the launch of Stray, a third-person adventure puzzle game where you play as a stray cat that lost its way and fell down a hole into a mysterious walled city controlled by humanoid robots and mutated killer zurks, a new taste for video games was born, namely one where you play as an animal and navigate the world from its unique perspective.

]]> Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:45:22 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/steam-best-games-with-animals-list/ Making money in Stardew Valley can be tough in the early years. Selling every foraged flower you find and fishing until the day is over is a grind, and you'll have to subsist however possible until you can start pulling in the big bucks.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:30:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-most-expensive-items-sell/ With dozens of hours sunk into playing Stardew Valley, chances are, at least once, you have likely been overjoyed to have stumbled across a secret or unlocked a strange event. The random events in Stardew Valley are a part of its everlasting charm, breaking the monotony of farming with little easter eggs of rare delight.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 20:31:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-rarest-events-ranked/ As you spend your time with Dave the Diver, you'll be tasked with tracking down specific fish and other ingredients for missions and creating particular recipes to serve in the sushi restaurant. However, not all items are easy to find, as many can only be found in certain locations or at specific depths.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:33:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-sea-grapes-location-how-to-get/ If you're accompanying Dave the Diver on his adventures into the Giant Blue Hole, you'll find yourself busy with missions, catching fish, serving up delicious sushi, and staying in one piece when being attacked by vicious sea creatures.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 16:45:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-complete-guide-walkthrough/ Are you ready for today's Wordle puzzle? Why not up the ante and try today's word in hard mode? If you need a little extra help, you've come to the right place.

]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2023 10:00:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-25-2023/ The main story of Dave The Diver is quite long, and it starts with you trying to get different kinds of fish for your Sushi Restaurant. Eventually, you meet Dr. Bacon and start looking into the sudden appearance of Sea People and the reasons for constant earthquakes in the Blue Hole.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:30:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-how-to-get-dev-killer-achievement/ As you progress through the main story in Dave The Diver, you'll eventually stumble upon the Sea People Village where you'll first talk to their leader, Tenzhin. He'll ask you to do different quests for the people in the village so that you can gain their trust and start working on solving the main issue.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:01:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-tube-coral-location-guide/ The creator of I Commissioned Some Bees 0 did what the title says. This tiny free indie game offers 10 pieces of art commissioned by developer Follow The Fun, each hiding dozens of bees in plain sight.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:01:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wheres-waldo-indie-game-i-commissioned-some-bees-0/ Combining the macabre with strategic gameplay, these turn-based games will plunge you into a realm of darkness and suspense. Prepare to test your wits, nerve, and strategic prowess as you navigate treacherous labyrinths of terror, where each move holds the weight of survival and every decision carries dire consequences.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 12:45:22 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-turn-based-horror-games-list/ Are you ready to start your week off right by smashing today's Wordle puzzle? If you would like a little help ensuring you don't run out of attempts, we've got everything you need right here.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:21 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-24-2023/ Prepare to embark on an enthralling journey into fun open-world games, where an abundance of extraordinary creatures await your discovery and mastery. These captivating creature collector games are set in vast and immersive open-world landscapes. Immerse yourself within realms brimming with fantastical beasts, each possessing unique powers and captivating allure.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 10:00:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-open-world-creature-collector-games-steam-pc/ Have you ever wondered how it would be to be trapped in a submarine? No? Well, thanks to these horrifying games, you'll be spending $20 at most to experience what it's like to get lost in the deep while in a potentially fatal metal coffin.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 07:30:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-horror-games-submarine-setting-list/ "Spiritual successor" is a term used to describe a game that's similar to a game that came out before it, but doesn't explicitly continue a previous game's lore, story, or worldbuilding, but does take after that previous game in some way. The new game might have been inspired by the old one or just includes similar themes/mechanics by happenstance.

]]> Sun, 23 Jul 2023 06:30:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/spiritual-successors-video-games-sales-prequels-success-dark-souls-stardew-valley-bioshock/ After completing the main story in Stardew Valley, you can gain access to Ginger Island. This is a late-game addition that easily adds in about a dozen hours' worth of content. On this tropical island, you can find new NPCs, items, and quests to complete.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 16:45:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-ginger-island-locations-npcs-quests-guide/ There are numerous tasks in Dave the Diver that will consume your time. From serving customers at Bancho Sushi, to tending to your vegetable farm, to diving for rare fish, the game is chock-full of things to do. Additional gameplay and missions will become available once you discover the Sea People Village.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 16:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-shark-teeth-minigame-explained-guide/ In the last few years, the use of generative artificial intelligence in the gaming industry has rapidly increased. Unity announced AI features to make developing games with its software easier (meaning it’ll probably repurpose existing stolen art and assets), games are increasingly using AI-generated art (such as High on Life), and voice actors are having their voices stolen and used in videos and mods without their consent.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 15:30:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/developers-making-games-love-of-art-not-money-scarlet-deer-inn-masters-pupil-frank-and-drake/ Haley is one of the least popular NPCs in Stardew Valley due to the fact that she comes off as rude when first spoken to. But, she'll become much more endearing the more you get to know her, and she starts to reveal her softer side.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 15:15:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-haley-marriage-guide/ Before the weekend comes to a close, don't forget to complete your daily Wordle! Why not up the ante and complete today's puzzle on hard mode? If you need a little help, you've come to the right place.

]]> Sat, 22 Jul 2023 10:00:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-23-2023/ At the beginning of Terraria, your primary objective will be to build a base of operations. Most will typically create a surface-layer house, but this makes you susceptible to enemy invasions. While sky bases are excellent choices for defense, they are not accessible. Your next best option will be to build an underground base.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 19:30:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/building-underground-base-tips-terraria/ During the first chapter of Dave The Diver, you'll get introduced to a group called Sea Blue. These people will claim to be protecting the sea, and you'll see John Watson as their leader. During the entire main story, you'll have to fight against this person multiple times as he constantly blocks your path.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 18:30:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-john-watson-all-fights-guide/ Few games have the staying power of Stardew Valley. Since its release in 2016 the farming life simulator has sold millions of copies and been ported to every platform imaginable. This success will likely be replicated in the next project from developer ConcernedApe: Haunted Chocolatier. For now though, Stardew continues to receive lots of love through a constant audience of players new and old, alongside new content updates and a bustling modding scene. Seven years later, and few games in the world can equal its grandiose appeal.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:30:20 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valleys-secret-update-concerned-ape-haunted-chocolatier/ If you've activated the three switches in Glacial Area and reached the Control Room in Dave The Diver, you've already fought a handful of bosses with unique mechanics. Before getting into the final chapter, you'll have to fight another boss right above the Control Room's entrance.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 14:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-kronosaurus-boss-battle-guide/ We've made it to the weekend, so don't forget to take time out of your day to complete Wordle! If you need a little nudge in the right direction, we've got plenty to help you right here.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-22-2023/ There are tons of ingredients across the many dishes that can be made in Dave the Diver, however, salt is a rather common ingredient that you'll need to prepare a number of important dishes. These dishes include expensive specialty items that can only be made once using a part of a boss monster.

]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 09:47:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-salt-location-how-to-get-guide/ Although Stardew Valley may seem like it's a simple farming game, there's actually a lot to do and a ton of little secrets hidden in this game. While farming is only a small piece of what you can do, it's still definitely an important part of the game.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 21:31:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-every-farm-map-ranked/ After getting the trust of the Sea People in Dave The Diver, you'll be asked to get past the Glacier Passage and reach the Control Room to find the source of the earthquakes. To do this, you'll first have to enter a hideout underwater and get a device that can help Dr. Bacon make you a new diving suit.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 20:15:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-chapter-6-puzzles-guide/ Move over Neko Atsume, Cats & Soup is here to steal the cat-themed idle game spotlight. In this adorable mobile game, you slowly amass a small army of cats cooking soup out in the woods. So who are the cats selling all this soup to? It turns out that's not nearly as important. The game's primary purpose is to collect kitties and passively accrue billions of coins.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 17:45:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/cats-soup-beginner-tips-tricks-guide/ All it took was seeing the words ‘Dread XP’ in the publisher section to get me to buy Fishing Vacation on the Switch. Well, that and it only cost $2. The $2 part is probably what stopped me dead in my tracks because, if you’ve read anything else I’ve written, I consistently buy strange games that make no sense. If your game is under $5 and looks batshit, there’s a good chance I’m going to regret buying it.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:30:22 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/2-dollar-switch-game-best-favorite-horror-game-year-2023-fishing-vacation/ Saying that one of 2023's best games is also its ugliest seems pretty straight-forward: I'm telling you there's a game that is a lot of fun but looks like garbage, right? That's not really what this is. The game, for all those Saved You A Click accounts salivating, is Bramble: The Mountain King, and by no technical measure is it the best. It runs awfully, and not in the frame rate/stability sense that we're supposed to care about these days. It runs badly in ways games used to in the good old days, like how when you jump for a platform you'll clip right through it, or you'll pass through a doorway and the level won't load. This game is made of bubblegum and sellotape. Also it's very ugly. I know I'm not selling it well. But Bramble: The Mountain King is one of the best games of 2023, and by 'best', maybe you should think of it as 'interesting'.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/2023-best-indie-game-ugly-bramble-mountain-king-game-pass-horror/ The Nintendo Switch is praised for seamlessly allowing you to play alone or with friends. Since the Joy-Cons can function together as one controller or two separate ones, it’s easier than ever for you and your buddies to play at home or on the go. But what about your partner?

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:30:25 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-nintendo-switch-games-couples/ Dave the Diver is chock full of aquatic species to discover, capture, and kill. However, some fish are a bit more elusive and difficult to detain than others. The Pelican Eel is one such prize seeing as it is both an eel and a rank 9 sea creature.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-pelican-eel-location-catch-guide/ Are you ready to challenge yourself with a new Wordle puzzle? If you're worried about running out of attempts today and you need a little help, you've come to the right place.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 10:00:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-21-2023/ Terraria has been around for quite a while, so it only makes sense that there is hidden content and Easter Eggs scattered throughout the game. Aside from a full collaboration with Don't Starve Together, there are also tons of pop culture references that can be found.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/terraria-hidden-secrets-easter-eggs-references/ Terraria is a 2D pixel-art sandbox developed by Re-Logic and released in 2011. It offers the ability to craft and build similar to Minecraft while also being encouraged to explore a vast 2D procedurally generated world ala Metroidvania games. Besides crafting weapons and armor, building your base of operations is one of Terraria’s charms.

]]> Thu, 20 Jul 2023 07:31:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/terraria-building-tips-skybase/ Cosmicubes, sometimes referred to as "Cosmic Cubes," are a minigame in Among Us that allow players to unlock new cosmetic items for their character. Each has different cosmetics available, and some Cosmicubes are only obtainable for a limited time. Cosmicubes work a bit differently than the loot systems in other games, so they might take a little getting used to.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:45:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/among-us-how-use-cosmicube/ As soon as you start playing Dave The Diver, you'll embark on a journey to find out more information about the Sea People. Eventually, you'll enter their village and their ruler will ask you to find a special key from the Abandoned Cave. You'll use the key to go down to the control room and find the reason for the temperature increase.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-chapter-7-puzzles-solution-guide/ There are a total of seven chapters in Dave The Diver, so you've already past the halfway mark if you've reached chapter five. In the beginning, the game gives you enough time to get used to its mechanics, but it won't be easy from this point since there are a lot of puzzles you have to solve.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 18:00:22 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-all-chapter-5-puzzles-solution-guide/ The Defect is one of Slay the Spire's four playable characters, and it is arguably the game's most unique, possessing a special mechanic not present in the other three. The Orbs mechanic allows for some pretty interesting builds with The Defect, but it's a mechanic that can be difficult to get your head around.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 15:45:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/slay-the-spire-best-builds-relics-defect/ As soon as you reach the Sea People Village in Dave The Diver, Tenzhin, the ruler of the village, will ask you to gain their trust by completing various tasks. Once you've acquired 100 credits from these quests, he'll ask you to return the next day and retrieve the key to the Glacier Passage.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:31:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-chapter-4-puzzles-solution-guide/ If you've reached the sixth chapter of Dave The Diver, you've already unlocked most of the areas in the game. This chapter requires you to go around Glacial Area and activate three switches to open the Control Room, but you'll have to battle about three bosses in this chapter apart from solving numerous puzzles.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:31:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-helicoprion-boss-fight-guide/ It's a new day and that means we have a new Wordle puzzle ready and waiting to be solved. If you find yourself struggling with today's puzzle, we've got all the help you need right here.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:00:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-20-2023/ Bloons Tower Defense 6 is considered by many to be one of the finest examples of the genre. Its wide variety of towers each bring something new and useful to the table, and the designs are packed with a fun personality. The game's monkeys are memorable in both their looks and power, which is likely a reason the series' success has been so enduring.

]]> Wed, 19 Jul 2023 05:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/bloons-td-6-best-heroes-ranked/ Zoos offer an interesting experience because you can visit and sometimes even interact with hundreds of unique animals that don't typically live in your region. Owning your own zoo would be a dream come true for many people, which is why Let's Build a Zoo is a one-of-a-kind simulation game, especially for pixel art fans.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 21:45:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/lets-build-a-zoo-beginner-tips/ Brotato is a top-down roguelike where you slaughter wave after wave of incoming aliens. This game has so many characters and items that you can make countless combinations. To be able to unlock and play every item and character you should achieve some requirements.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 20:16:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/brotato-items-characters-how-to-unlock-guide/ There's no shortage of sharks in Dave The Diver, especially when you unlock all the regions. You can easily defeat and get meat from ten or more sharks in each run, but things change when it comes to the Great White Shark Klaus. You'll have to meet some specific conditions if you want to fight it.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 18:31:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-great-white-shark-klaus-location-battle-guide/ Hiring an employee can be one of the stressful aspects of Dave The Diver since every employee has four stats and two unlockable skills. You'll have to invest a lot of money into an employee's training if you want them to have these skills, and it's not easy to get your hands on the money.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 17:46:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-appeal-stat-explained/ On top of its engrossing sci-fi horror atmosphere, Oxenfree wouldn't have been such an amazing game as it was without its cast of characters that made you feel invested in the story and the outcome of their relationships. Oxenfree 2: Lost Signals once more focuses on creating some standout characters, and there's much more variety, along with a few surprises.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 17:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/oxenfree-2-lost-signals-best-characters-list/ You'll have quite a cozy time when you first explore the waters in Dave The Diver, but it'll constantly get more dangerous as you progress in the story. There will be times when you'll face a boss enemy. You'll have to defeat most of these enemies to progress the story, but some of them are optional.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-mantis-shrimp-location-battle-guide/ After playing Dave The Diver for a bit and getting to the second chapter, you'll unlock a special type of gear called charms. These can be equipped through the chest on the boat, and provide special effects to Dave. You can only have up to two charms at a time.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-octopus-bracelet-charm-location-guide/ Apart from the main story in Dave The Diver, you'll find many side missions that will take you to specific locations inside the Blue Hole. Apart from giving you money, these missions can also give you different charms, decorations for your restaurant, and even new recipes for your customers.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 16:00:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-baby-whale-location-walkthrough/ Non-British readers, let me catch you up on one of the most divisive political discourses in the UK this year. George Osborne, the former Conservative Chancellor of the Exchequer (main money guy), isn't a super popular fella. Over a six-year period, he introduced huge public spending cuts, and many hold him responsible for the ongoing struggles our National Health Service (NHS) faces today. One report has even linked his austerity measures to 330,000 excess deaths, and that's not counting those lost during the Covid pandemic.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:03:39 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/duke-nukem-3d-smoochem-mod-george-osborne-wedding-protest-tories/ It's time to challenge yourself to yet another Wordle puzzle! If you find yourself struggling with today's word and you would like a little help, we've got everything you need right here.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 10:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-19-2023/ It was only a matter of time until games started to play on our experiences during the first months of the Coronavirus pandemic. Global lockdowns and a total shift in how we approach life, health, and public safety is a big pill to swallow as a society, and seeing that change reflected in the art we create and consume is to be expected. Full Void is one such example with its haunting dystopia ruled by a rogue AI.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 09:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/full-void-review/ Tales From The Far Territory is a series of updates and expansions in The Long Dark that tell the tale of the furthest reaches of Great Bear Island, the setting of the game. It's a pretty long walk to Transfer Pass, which connects all the maps in that region, but well worth it for the new gear and storyline.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-long-dark-ptarmigans-explained-need-to-know/ The mobile games market is often derided by gamers, known more for its predatory games and cheap licensed titles. But there are actually a lot of great games on iOS, including long-time classics and new games that redefine what mobile gaming can be.

]]> Tue, 18 Jul 2023 05:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-rpgs-mobile-phone-ios/ As you save two Sea People from a giant Squid and go to their village with them in Dave The Diver, the ruler will ask for your help to find the reason for the constant earthquakes. The first step before you can help him is to gain the trust of Sea People villagers.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 19:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-pet-squid-selgio-shining-jellyfish-location/ The first half of Dave The Diver will be focused on you trying to get more information about an ancient civilization called the Sea People. Eventually, you'll learn that these people still exist and head to their village where the ruler will ask you to do quests for the villagers so you can get their trust.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 19:15:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-runaway-seahorses-location-guide/ Whenever a boss fight starts in Dave The Diver, you can usually either use your weapons or are provided with means to defeat the boss. Although, some enemies cannot be defeated because of the effect of Divine Fruit on them. You first saw this while visiting Abandoned Cave in chapter four.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:16:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-giant-gadon-boss-fight-guide/ They say that to truly make a pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe. What they don't tell you is how many more things are left to be created after that. Little Alchemy 2 has one of the most expansive collection of objects, all of which combine and connect to create even more. Finding all 720 elements on your own can be tremendously overwhelming without any help.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:45:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/little-alchemy-2-element-crafting-combo-recipe-guide/ Dave the Diver isn't just about catching fish and serving sushi — you'll have your fair share of missions to complete and bosses to beat, too. Each chapter ends in an epic boss battle, but there are also optional baddies to conquer.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:15:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-truck-hermit-crab-boss-battle-strategy-stormy-night-guide/ Although factory simulation games have grown in popularity over the past decade, the gameplay of many titles in the genre can be quite daunting for someone who hasn't played them before. Nova Lands, with its charming visuals and accessible mechanics, serves as a great entry point for those who are new and curious about the genre.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 16:45:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/nova-lands-beginner-tips-tricks/ Once you explore the water a bunch of times in Dave The Diver, you'll get used to the combat mechanics and learn where your bullets are going to land. Learning these mechanics will help you survive much longer against bigger enemies like Sharks, but they won't help you against most bosses in the game.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 16:15:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-phantom-jellyfish-boss-fight-guide/ The giant ocean is one of the main reasons people love Dave The Diver, and you'll find plenty of fish species while you're exploring it. Most of these fish can be found at a certain depth or in a specific area all the time, but some of them require special conditions.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-striped-catfish-location-how-to-get/ I’ve been excited for Venba ever since it was first unveiled. This story-focused game has you play as an Indian mother, Venba, who immigrates to Canada with her family in the 1980s. Part visual novel and part cooking game, you’ll be preparing various dishes and rediscovering lost family recipes, all while having branching conversations and exploring themes of family, love, and loss.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 15:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/asian-diaspora-venba-language-culture-loss-immigration/ Are you ready for a brand new Wordle puzzle? Why not challenge yourself even further today by completing today's word on hard mode? If you need a helping hand, we've got you covered.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:00:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-18-2023/ As a sandbox survival game, Terraria allows you to fully customize your gaming experience. Before you start a game, you can choose the difficulty you play on, which affects enemy strength, as well as the drops you receive. On higher difficulties, you will have a chance to obtain more valuable items.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-expert-mode-exclusive-drops-boss-items-terraria/ Looking for loot in The Long Dark can feel like a game of hide and seek, checking every corner for something you might have missed. But if you picked up everything, your poor character wouldn't be able to outrun a bunny, let alone a bear.

]]> Mon, 17 Jul 2023 06:30:27 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/the-long-dark-best-item-locations/ In a world of high-definition graphics and visual-focused game mechanics, there is something undeniably charming about pixel art. Modern times games have their main focus on providing realistic graphics and smooth transitions. Although these new-era games have amazing mechanics, the nostalgic pixel art has its own charm.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:45:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-pixel-games-on-steam-pc/ Even the most seasoned farmers need a little pick-me-up now and then. Whether you're facing off against hordes of serpents in the Skull Cavern or combating a small army of slimes in the mines, sometimes a little healing is in order.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:05:10 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-best-healing-recipes/ Dave the Diver has you exploring the depths of the Great Blue Hole and helping Cobra and Bancho run a stylish little sushi restaurant. As you progress through the game, you'll meet lots of different people, unlock new content, complete missions, and uncover a few secrets too.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 19:26:35 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-achievement-unlock-walkthrough-guide/ Throughout your adventures with Dave the Diver, you'll be tasked with a variety of different mission types and requests from the people you meet throughout the storyline. When you first meet Udo, he'll ask you to start snapping specific underwater photos for him in a series of sub missions.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 17:04:45 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-take-picture-of-manta-ray-photo-request-mission-walkthrough/ When you first start playing Dave The Diver, Bancho Sushi restaurant will have limited recipes since you can't get a lot of fish. Although, as you progress further into the game and unlock new areas, the number of recipes will increase exponentially. Sometimes, you'll also need to prepare special dishes for VIPs.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 17:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-barreleye-location-how-to-catch-three-star/ I recently reviewed Oxenfree 2, and while the game has gotten criticism for not being able to let go of its past, that flaw made sense to me thematically. I don’t want to read too far into the developers’ intentions and draw connections where they don’t exist, but Oxenfree 2 is a game about cycles and choices. The game's core mechanic is time-looping, with many puzzles locking you in a situation until you do things correctly. Terrible things will happen over and over, in different permutations, until you figure out how to escape the cycle. Only you can do it, nobody else. You have to free yourself.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 14:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/oxenfree-2-allegory-substance-abuse-cycles-time-loop-choice/ In a huge victory for Xbox, PlayStation has unexpectedly agreed to a deal on sharing Call of Duty if the Activision Blizzard acquisition goes through. Before this, PlayStation had reportedly denied any offer that Microsoft put before it, seemingly in a bid to stop the merger from going ahead at all.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 14:15:32 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/xbox-and-playstation-finally-reach-agreement-on-call-of-duty/ One of the great things about the video game industry is its variety. Yes, award shows are dominated by RPGs and action-adventure titles, but they're not the only types of games out there. There is a whole bunch of different genres in the gaming landscape. One of the most underrated ones is the shop simulator genre.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/best-shop-management-games/ It's the start of a new week and that means there is a brand new Wordle puzzle ready and waiting to be solved. If you need a little help with today's word, you've come to the right place.

]]> Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:18:00 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/wordle-answer-hints-july-17-2023/ When you're exploring the Great Blue Hole in Dave the Diver, you'll quickly grow accustomed to finding strange items like food ingredients in cook pots and chests under the sea. However, you might be slightly surprised when you find your first tin of cat food.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 22:48:11 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-cat-food-momos-secret-achievement-unlock-guide/ You'll be tackling some fearsome fish when it comes to Dave the Diver, and while some of the most intimidating might be sharks, marlin bring a new threat to your daily dives because they're not only aggressive, but they're speedy too.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 21:04:07 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-catch-marlin-how-to-location-guide/ By offering so many materials and resources to use at your own discretion, Terraria succeeded in creating a system and world that offers an incredible amount of creative freedom for practically any of your building desires. Oftentimes though, it's easy to fall into routines and habits that become all too familiar.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:45:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/terraria-world-building-ideas-list/ While there's a main story in Dave The Diver, you'll still be spending most of your time trying to get ingredients to make better dishes for the Bancho Sushi restaurant. In the beginning, the vast ocean will be the only place you can look for these ingredients, but things will change as the game progresses.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:00:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-how-to-get-white-rice/ The first few days of Bancho Sushi will be quite tough in Dave The Diver as you'd be serving all the customers by yourself. This aspect only gets harder as more customers will start arriving since the restaurant will become popular on Cooksta, and you'll need as much help as you can get.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:00:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-employee-unlock-hire-stats-guide/ When it comes to where and when to use an item in Hollow Knight, it can seem like The Knight is sometimes collecting random knick-knacks just for the sake of it, with some early game items not having a real use until closer to the end of the game. One of the more abundant items that have plenty of uses throughout the majority of the game is the Simple Key.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 18:45:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/hollow-knight-simple-keys-guide/ A game doesn't have to be from a large publishing house to be good and worth playing til the end. That's what we wholeheartedly believe. That's why we've sifted through some less popular but very deserving indie games that should capture a heart or two.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 18:25:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/unknown-indie-games-you-might-not-have-heard-of/ The gameplay of Dave The Diver is heavily focused on exploring the Blue Hole that changes every time you dive into it. As you progress in the main story, you get to see new areas with unique fish and environments. Some of these fish can be extremely rare to find, but they also have a lot of value.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:30:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-humboldt-squid-location-capture-guide/ My favourite fishing minigames all come from Zelda titles. I love the Red Lion’s silly cranking crane in The Wind Waker, despite the fact that it’s less of a minigame and more of a ‘press a button to dredge a treasure chest from the depths’ game. It was the rock of the boat as it struggled against the weight of your treasure and the sound of the winch creaking that made it feel so good. It also had the added bonus of being marked on an actual treasure map, which made it feel so much more exciting.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 17:30:16 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/2023-is-the-year-of-the-indie-fishing-game/ You'll spend most of your time underwater in Dave The Diver, and there will be plenty of fish species for you to capture. Every fish you capture at the start of the game can be sold or used as an ingredient for the Sushi restaurant, but eventually, you'll be asked to get a specific fish by Udo.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:15:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-horned-parrotfish-catch-location-how-to-guide/ A farmer in Stardew Valley needs a good set of tools to get things done around the farm and town. Luckily, you have a wide arsenal of different tools at your disposal, most of which can be upgraded to increase how efficient and powerful they are.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 16:15:17 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/stardew-valley-how-to-upgrade-and-use-every-tool/ If you’ve ever dreamed about opening your own sushi bar, then Dave the Diver is a great way to vicariously live out those dreams. When you’re not running around serving customers behind the bar at Bancho Sushi, you’ll need to explore the ocean to provide the very fish your chef will be working with.

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 15:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/dave-the-diver-best-fish-money-expensive-dish-guide/ When Oxenfree launched in 2016, it was a visual and narrative gem from Night School Studio. The choice-driven story and dialogue with a supernatural coming-of-age plot and time-loop element created one of the most unique narrative experiences in gaming. But now the sequel has finally arrived and aims to have you relive it all once again. ​​

]]> Sat, 15 Jul 2023 14:30:18 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/oxenfree-oxenfree-2-lost-signals-comparison/