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Environmental shot of Galawains Tusks Slumbering Fields in Avowed.

Where to find the cartographer in Emerald Stair in Avowed

Once you reach the second major zone in Avowed, Sanza will once again call upon you to find a missing cartographer. Here is where to find this second map maker.
A player casting an ice spell in Avowed

The best abilities in Avowed

As an RPG, Avowed streamlines its skills into multiple trees and bottlenecks which means you need to plan ahead if you want to get the best skills in the game.
A castle wall in Avowed.

How to craft materials in Avowed

Upgrading your weapons and armor in Avowed costs materials that you can find in the world, but also craft. Here's how to craft materials in Avowed at camp.
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How to turn off damage numbers in Avowed

Damage numbers can be helpful to know how powerful your attacks and abilities are, but also break immersion. Here's how to turn damage numbers off in Avowed.
A masked figure in Avowed. The mask looks like it's made of gold, it has glowing red eyes, and there's a hood over its head.

How to transmog and hide gear in Avowed

If you love the stats of a set of armor but hate how it looks, you need to transmog it. This is how you can change or hide your gear's appearance in Avowed.
A player casting an ice spell in Avowed

How to respec in Avowed

There are a lot of ways to build your character and party in Avowed, and you might decide later that you want to try something new. Here's how you can respec.
An environment shot of the Dawnshore Eastern Overlands in Avowed.

Where to find the cartographer in Dawntrail in Avowed

One of the first side quests given to you in Avowed asks you to find a missing cartographer but with no clear indication on where to look. Here's the location.
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How to break down equipment in Avowed

You will need a lot of materials to upgrade your favorite armor and weapons in Avowed, but it is hard to find them. Here's how to break down spare equipment.
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3 underrated shows on Netflix you need to watch in February 2025

Here are three underrated shows on Netflix you need to watch in February, including a rap competition, a WWE docuseries, and a golf showcase.
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Don’t let these 3 hidden February 2025 streaming TV shows fly under your radar

You may have The White Lotus and Reacher on your watch list, but don't let these three hidden February 2025 streaming TV shows fly under your radar.
A spellcaster holds a book in Avowed.

How to rebind skills in Avowed

It isn't long into your adventures in Avowed that you start learning more skills than you can set on your quick-select bar. Here's how to rebind your skills.
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3 underrated Netflix shows you should watch this weekend (February 14-16)

These underrated Netflix shows are the perfect way to spend Valentine's Day weekend, whether you're single or not.
A man and a woman squat in the rain in Wild Mountain Thyme.

3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (February 14-16)

From February 14-16, watch these three underrated movies on Max: a comedy with Zac Efron, a John Patrick Shanley love story, and a Reese Witherspoon rom-com.
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3 great free movies to stream this weekend (February 14-16)

Stream these free movies from February 14-16: a raunchy teen comedy, a 1990s romantic classic, and a 1980s dancing flick.
Ethan Hawke and Gwyneth Paltrow share an embrace in Great Expectations.

3 great Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend (February 14-16)

Get ready for tragic unrequited love, time travel, and sci-fi action comedy in this week's picks for the 3 great Hulu movies you need to stream this weekend.
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3 underrated Netflix movies you should watch this weekend (February 14-16)

Looking for hidden gems to stream this weekend? Netflix has a great selection of underrated movies, including musicals, romantic films, and tearjerkers.
A woman smiles in Past Lives.

3 underrated Amazon Prime Video movies you should watch this weekend (February 14-16)

These underrated movies on Prime Video will have you feeling a little bit like falling in love this holiday weekend.
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How to add family members to your Apple Music subscription

A Family subscription is a great way to save money on Apple Music. Here’s how you can add family members to your Apple Music without getting a headache.
Matthew McConaughey as Cooper in his astronaut suit looking to the distance in Interstellar.

5 sci-fi movies on Netflix you need to watch in February 2025

Here are five sci-fi movies you need to watch on Netflix in February, including a space adventure and a "choose your own adventure" saga.
An environment shot of the Dawnshore Eastern Overlands in Avowed.

How long is Avowed?

Avowed is the next RPG from Obsidian, but is it a massive experience like Skyrim or more contained like The Outer Worlds? Here's how long Avowed takes to beat.

Should you free Ilora in Avowed?

During the opening of Avowed you will be faced with your first real choice: should you free the prisoner Ilora or not? Here's what the consequences will be.
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3 PBS shows you should watch in February 2025

A British dramedy returns for season 2, while nature and a Nazi art thief take the spotlight in our picks for 3 PBS shows you should watch in February.
An environment shot of the Dawnshore Eastern Overlands in Avowed.

How to fast travel in Avowed

The Living Lands in Avowed aren't as big as some other fantasy worlds, but they still take a long time to traverse. Here is how to fast travel across the map.
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How to switch to third-person in Avowed

Avowed lets you explore the Living Lands in either first or third-person. You have a few ways to do it so here is how you can quickly play in third-person.
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Civilization 7 suzerain guide: how to influence independent civs

While you can create your own towns and cities in Civilization 7, there are also Independent Powers you can influence to join your ranks with a little effort.
Kai fights a Xaurip in Avowed.

Avowed: tips and tricks to conquer the Living Lands

The Living Lands in Avowed are deadly no matter where you are. Obsidian's newest RPG may look like others you've played, but require all new tips and tricks.
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When a video game becomes a eulogy for its own creator

Afterlove EP honors the memory of creator Mohammad Fahmi, who died in 2022, with a sincere story about the mess that a loss leaves behind.
Alta operates a tea machine in Wanderstop.

Wanderstop is brewing up a clever twist on the cozy genre

Wanderstop looks to spice up the cozy game genre with a more puzzling spin on the shop management sim.
An army at the ready in Civilization 7.

Best commander promotions in Civilization 7

Rather than upgrading individual units in Civilization 7, now you only upgrade your Commander units. These are the essential skills you need to invest in first.
A roman city in Civilization 7.

How to upgrade towns to cities in Civilization 7

After founding a town and growing it in Civilization 7 you may want to upgrade it to a proper city but can't figure out how. It isn't hard to do, but is costly.
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1Password 2025 review: here’s why it’s still one of the best password managers

I reviewed top-rated password manager 1Password to check its value and features for cross-platform syncing and sharing.
Figures walking through the dessert in Civilization 7.

How to establish trade routes in Civilization 7

No civ can fully thrive on its own in Civilization 7 so establishing trade routes is key to keeping up. Here's how you can make a deal with any other leader.
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How to see your game seed in Civilization 7

Every time you start a game of Civilization 7, almost everything on the map is randomized. By finding the seed, you can share that experience with the world.
Screenshots from Google's Family Link update.

Google makes it easier to manage kids’ phones and online lives

Google has introduced new features into its redesigned Family Link app, allowing parents to manage their kids' phones and wearables more easily.