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Sam Hill

Sam Hill

Gaming Guides Editor
Author/Co-Author of 144 articles

As Digital Trends' Gaming evergreen lead, Sam Hill is here to help you find your new favorite game and dive right in. The team he oversees covers everything from Fortnite skin suggestions and Call of Duty perk tips to complex Baldur's Gate 3 builds and starting a fox farm in Minecraft. You can often find him losing all of his hard-earned loot in Rust or spamming the "Nice shot!" quick chat option in Rocket League (in a toxic way).

Before he came on full-time with Digital Trends, Sam spent a few years as a freelancer, writing tech guides for Input and writing for publications like Outside MagazineSerious Eatsthe OutlineBoston Magazine, and more. He also occasionally writes for The Manual about his outdoor adventures in the Pacific Northwest.

He got his start in journalism at the University of Southern Maine where he joined the Free Press, the student newspaper, after figuring out he didn't want to hang out with the serious English majors who genuinely enjoyed reading James Joyce.

Sam currently lives in Portland, Oregon, where he pretends to be a Trailblazers fan until the legendary Boston Celtics come to town.

A painting of three new Pokemon from Pokemon Scarlet and Violet..

All Pokémon games in order: chronologically and by release date

Jumping into the wonderful world of Pokémon and unsure where you should start? Here are some suggestions on how you can play all of the games in order.
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The best Xbox Series X games for 2025

The Xbox Series X has tons of memorable games between third-party offerings and its stable of first-party studios. Here are the best ones to check out for 2025.
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All upcoming PC games: 2025 and beyond

The past year was full of great PC releases, but the coming months are looking even better. Here are some of the best upcoming PC games for 2025 and beyond.
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All upcoming Switch games: 2025, and beyond

The Nintendo Switch is home to a superb library of games, and more are on the way. In this roundup, we'll dive into the best upcoming Switch games in 2025.
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NYT Crossword: answers for Monday, December 23

The New York Times crossword puzzle can be tough, even if it isn't the Sunday issue! If you're stuck, we're here to help you out with today's clues and answers.
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NYT Mini Crossword today: puzzle answers for Thursday, April 17

The NYT Mini crossword might be a lot smaller than a normal crossword, but it isn't easy. If you're stuck with today's crossword, we've got answers for you.
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NYT Strands today: hints, spangram and answers for Thursday, April 17

Strands is a tricky take on the classic word search from NYT Games. If you're stuck and cannot solve today's puzzle, we've got help and hints for you here.
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NYT Connections: hints and answers for Thursday, April 17

Connections is the new puzzle game from the New York Times, and it can be quite difficult. If you need a hand with solving today's puzzle, we're here to help.
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Wordle Today: Wordle answer and hints for April 17

Trying to solve the Wordle today? If you're stuck, we've got a few hints that will help you keep your Wordle streak alive.
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Nintendo Switch 2: price, release date, specs, and more

We've been hearing theories about the Nintendo Switch 2 for years now. Here are the improvements we think Nintendo needs to make with its next console.
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How many skins are in Fortnite?

There are way too many Fortnite skins to count — or so we thought. Here's an online tool that can give you a list of every skin in the game.
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How to change your Fortnite name on desktop and console

The name that you display in Fortnite is just as important as the skins you wear. We'll teach you how -- and how often -- you can switch up your username.
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How to report someone on Discord

Discord users can violate the chatting app's guidelines, and you can make sure that disciplinary action is taken. Here is how to report someone on Discord.
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Haunted Chocolatier: everything we know so far

Want to make chocolate in a haunted castle? The developer of Stardew Valley is working on a new game where you do just that. Here's what we know so far.
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The best PSVR2 games

Playstation VR2 already has a fantastic lineup of VR titles, from VR classics rebuilt for the new headset to brand new exclusives.
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The best fighting game on Switch gets a Cyber Week price cut

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a Switch classic and one of the best games on the platform. This is a must-see deal if you're looking to bundle a game with a new Switch.
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This Star Wars game is a Cyber Monday must-have

Jedi Cal Kestis might have one of the most interesting journeys in the Star Wars universe — and you can only experience it in this video game series.
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My favorite Xbox Series X model is on sale right now

With one of the newest Xbox Series X models, you'll never have to worry about file sizes or storage issues again.
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This is my must-buy Nintendo Switch game for Black Friday 2024

Nintendo Switch game deals can be rare — that's why I'm beyond excited for the steep discount Pikmin 4 is getting for Black Friday.
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How to tame a horse in Minecraft

Adventuring through the Minecraft universe is a lot easier with a trusted steed. This guide will teach you how to find and tame a horse in Minecraft with ease.
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The best video game consoles for 2024

Choosing the right gaming console can be difficult. We compare the Xbox Series X, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and more in terms of games, power, and versatility.
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All upcoming mobile games: 2024, 2025, and beyond

There are plenty of upcoming iOS and Android games to look forward to, and here we highlight the platform's most anticipated titles.
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All upcoming PS5 games: 2025 and beyond

There are plenty of upcoming PlayStation 5 games to look forward to, and here we highlight the console's most anticipated titles.
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All upcoming Xbox Series X games: 2025 and beyond

The Xbox Series X game library is set to grow a lot in 2025 and beyond. Here's every game you have to look forward to.
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All upcoming video games (PS5, Xbox, Switch, Switch 2, PC): 2025 and beyond

Want to take a quick glance at what video games are set to be releases soon? Here's our list of video games to watch that are coming out in 2025 and beyond.
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The best games on Xbox Game Pass right now (April 2025)

From RPGs to shooters to indie hits, the list of the best games on Xbox Game Pass is massive and keeps growing. Here are the titles you should dive into first.
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Is the Stardew Valley 1.6 update on consoles and mobile? Switch, PS5, Xbox, more

Stardew Valley's 1.6 update has already released for PC, but console players are wondering when they'll get a chance to check out of all of the new changes.
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All Call of Duty games in order, by release date and chronologically

Call of Duty titles have been releasing annually since 2003 and covered military conflicts from 1940 to 2187. Here's what the titles look like in order.
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How to breed horses in Minecraft

Breeding horses is fairly simple in Minecraft. Follow this basic guide and you'll have a full-sized horse ranch in no time.
A player sprints away from someone shooting at them in Blindfire.

Pitch-black shooter Blindfire is a bright idea that’s still finding its way

Blindfire is a new multiplayer shooter with a twist — players are fighting in complete darkness. We jumped into early access to put it to the test.
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How to unlock everything in Super Mario Party Jamboree: boards, characters, more

Mario Party Jamboree gives you a lot to start but there are a few characters and boards you'll need to unlock to play with. Here's how to unlock it all.
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24 years later, Pokémon Gold and Silver remain unmatched

Pokémon Silver and Gold released in North America 25 years ago today, and no Pokémon game since has nailed its best feature.
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How to tame a cat in Minecraft (and where to find them)

Adventuring and building a dream world is more fun with a feline friend. Here's our guide on how to tame a cat in Minecraft, including where you can find them.
A person and two pals in Palworld.

Is Palworld cross-platform?

Pokémon with guns? Palworld has been a viral multiplayer hit, but you should know that there are limitations when it comes to cross-platform support.