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About John Higgs

John has been writing about videogames for almost a decade, and playing them for almost three. His greatest passion is for Grand Strategy and immersive RPGs, but he's dabbled in pretty much every genre out there.

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The Best Dungeons and Dragons 5E Spells Not Available in Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3 contains hundreds of spells from Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition, but there are a few greats that are still missing.

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Baldur's Gate 3: How to Get Sussur Bloom

The Sussur Bloom is a rare flower with anti-magic properties that can be very useful, but it can only be found in the Underdark in Baldur's Gate 3.

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Overwatch 2: Illari Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Overwatch 2's latest Hero is Illari, a Peruvian Support with solar-powered healing, good range, and a powerful damage Ultimate.

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Baldur's Gate 3: How to Use Thrown Weapons

Thrown Weapons can be a great way for Strength-based characters to gain a ranged option in Baldur's Gate 3, but they can be tricky to use.

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Baldur's Gate 3: What is Avernus?

The story of Baldur's Gate 3 begins with a hair-raising flight through Avernus, first of the Nine Hells and primary battlefield of the Blood War.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Biggest Rules Changes From Dungeons and Dragons Fifth Edition

Baldur's Gate 3 is based on the Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition tabletop RPG, but many of the system's rules have been tweaked to better suit a CRPG.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Best Level 1 Spells For Each Class

Level 1 spells may not be the flashiest magic in Baldur's Gate 3, but that doesn't mean they can't be useful in both the early and late game.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Guide to Resting

Even the strongest Baldur's Gate 3 adventurers get tired eventually, and need to rest to recover their hit points, abilities, and spells.

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Baldur's Gate 3: How to Get Inspiration

Inspiration is an important mechanic in Dungeons & Dragons Fifth Edition, and has been brought to Baldur's Gate 3 despite the lack of a DM.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Guide to Advantage and Disadvantage

Gaining Advantage (and avoiding Disadvantage) can easily make the difference between victory and defeat in Baldur's Gate 3.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Guide to Proficiency

Proficiency determines what a character is trained or experienced in in Baldur's Gate 3, adding bonuses and removing penalties.

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Baldur's Gate 3: Guide to Multiclassing

Multiclassing can be a powerful and rewarding feature in Baldur's Gate 3, allowing players to combine classes to make their character truly unique.

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Why You Should Play a Fighter in Baldur's Gate 3

There are few D&D classes more iconic than the Fighter, but that doesn't mean that players should pass on the master of arms in Baldur's Gate 3.

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Civilization 6: How to Use Governors

Governors are an essential tool in Civilization 6 Rise and Fall, allowing players to both strengthen and specialize their cities.

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Why You Should Play a Bard in Baldur's Gate 3

The Bard in Baldur's Gate 3 is a musician, storyteller, and adventurer with access to powerful magic and even more powerful charisma.

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Civilization 6: How to Form Alliances

Strong Alliances can make the difference between victory and defeat in Civilization 6, but knowing when to enter or leave one is important.

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Civilization 6: How to Get a Heroic Age

Entering a Heroic Age is one of the greatest achievements in Civilization 6 Rise and Fall, and provides bonuses that can propel a player to victory.

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Civilization 6: Kublai Khan (Mongolian) Leader Guide

Kublai Khan is a Chinese and Mongolian Leader introduced to Civilization 6 in the New Frontier Pass, with a special focus on economics and trade.

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Civilization 6: Kublai Khan (Chinese) Leader Guide

Kublai Khan is a Leader for both Mongolia and China, introduced in Civilization 6's New Frontier Pass, with a focus on the economy and Trading Posts.

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Civilization 6: Joao III Leader Guide

The Portugal Pack for Civilization 6 introduced the new Portuguese Civilization and its leader Joao III, with a heavy focus on sea-based Trade Routes.

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