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Jesse Lennox

Jesse Lennox

Former Digital Trends Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 2070 articles

Jesse Lennox has been a writer at Digital Trends for over four years and has no plans of stopping. He covers all things gaming but has a specific interest in all things PlayStation, JRPGs, and experimental indies. Jesse has been writing about games for over 10 years, starting off as a volunteer and eventually finding his way into doing it full-time. He is constantly striving to push his boundaries in what he covers and finds thought-provoking and important angles to highlight within the games industry.

Originally double-majoring in English and Education, Jesse came into games media as a profession by accident. After an unfortunate layoff, he took his passion for writing about games seriously and was lucky enough to find Digital Trends and other outlets such as Pocket-Lint, Classic Nerd, and Gamepur to write for. He has held numerous writing positions, as well as several editing roles, and is always on the hunt for new opportunities to grow his skillset.

Based in Colorado, Jesse spends at least two hours every morning training in the gym to set his mind straight before a full day of writing and gaming.

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All Halo games in order, by release date and chronologically

The story of the Spartans, Covenant, and Master Chief spans multiple games and genres. If you want to know the whole story, this is the order you need to play.
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Patrick using an umbrella to parachute.

3 new Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (April 18-20)

The second wave of Game Pass games for April kicks off with a bang. The biggest titles are yet to come, but these games are still worth playing this weekend.
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Screenshot from Hogwarts Legacy.

3 new PlayStation Plus games to play this weekend (April 18-20)

From the wizarding world of Harry Potter to classic PS2 games, PlayStation Plus has a lineup of new games to play this weekend that will delight and dazzle. Check them out.
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Naoe perched on a spire in Assassin's Creed Shadows.

How to get and use Scouts in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

Scouts are a new and vital mechanic in Assassin's Creed Shadows to help you find your objective and get resources. Here's how they work and how to get more.
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Yasuke in Assassin's Creed Shadows fighting an enemy. He's dressed in his samurai armor.

How long is Assassin’s Creed Shadows?

The last few Assassin's Creed games have been extremely time consuming games, but is Assassin's Creed Shadows in the same boat? Here's how long this game is.
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How to unlock and use fast travel in Assassin’s Creed Shadows

As fast as Naoe can Yasuke can run in Assassin's Creed Shadows, Japan is a big place to travel. Here is how to unlock and use the fast travel system with ease.
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3 Xbox Game Pass games to play this weekend (March 14-16)

We have one last slower month of March to get through before some big games arrive, but that's when your Game Pass subscription is most valuable.
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The PC version of Ghost of Tsushima Director's Cut.

3 PlayStation Plus games to play this weekend (March 14-16)

We're approaching the big releases for March and PlayStation Plus has the perfect lineup of games to get you ready this weekend.
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Lisa pursuing the player in P.T.

The best horror games of all time

There's nothing quite like a good spooky game, and thankfully, the genre has seen a boom in popularity in recent memory. These are the best horror games ever.
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Alan Wake Looking Grizzly In Alan Wake 2.

The best horror games for Xbox Series X

Looking to experience new horror titles on the Xbox Series X? These Series X and Series X enhanced games will make sure you keep playing with the lights on.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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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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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A walled city sitting behind a mountain.

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.
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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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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.
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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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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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A walled city sitting behind a mountain.

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.
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A model of an ancient city in Civilization 7.

How to increase Happiness in Civilization 7

Keeping your people happy in Civilization 7 is an understated element to victory. If your people become angry, you will need to know how to increase happiness.
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An army faces the ocean in Civilization 7.

How to heal units in Civilization 7

After a battle, your units can be on the verge of death in Civilization 7. The game doesn't tell you, but there is an easy way to heal them back to health.
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Two world leaders, Cleopatra and Caesar, going up against each other in front of their flags.

The best Leaders and Civs to pick in Civilization 7

Your choice of leader and civilization in Civilization 7 will steer your entire run. If you are going for a specific victory, these combinations are the best.
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How Influence works in Civilization 7

Civilization 7 has a few new systems and mechanics, with Influence being the most important to learn. We'll show you exactly how this new element works in-game.
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Tanks and planes fly in Civilization 7.

How to earn Legacy Points in Civilization 7

Legacy Points are brand new to Civilization 7 and help mark your progress towards a total victory. How you earn them isn't very clear so we'll fill you in.
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