Shawn Wilken-Contributor

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February, 2022
Credentialed Writer, Video Game Reviewer
Pokemon, Indie Games, RPG
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About Shawn Wilken

Born into a world of gaming and sports, it was only natural to become an avid fan of both and eventually tie the two together in perfect harmony. Father of 3 and happily married since 2006, and a sports analytics junkie.

Favorite Anime

Neon Genesis Evangelion, Berserk, Attack on Titan, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Death Note, Vinland Saga, and way too many more to list.

Favorite Games

Anything Pokemon related, Tekken/Street Fighter series, Final Fantasy series, and the occasional EA Sports game (NHL series, mostly).

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Finished second in my first ever Pokemon TCG tournament, winning a $100 voucher in store, where I purchased the pack of cards which unveiled a holo Venusaur.

Latest

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Ultros: How to Level Up Stats & Get Stronger Fast

Ultros is a psychedelic platformer that separates itself from others in its genre with colourful art, a great story and a unique levelling up system.

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Palworld: Best Neutral Active Skills (& The Pals That Have Them)

Neutral-type Pals are one of the most common elements in Palworld. Here are the best Neutral active skills, and the Pals that learn them naturally.

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Palworld: Best Grass Active Skills (& The Pals That Have Them)

Grass moves can make life easy in Palworld, thanks to their binding abilities. Here is a list of the strongest moves, and the Pals that can use them.

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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth: Demo Length & What Carries Over

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth delivers its first demo as promised, re-introducing the players to Nibelheim. Here's how long the demo may last, and more.

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Palworld: Best Water Active Skills (& The Water Pals That Have Them)

With only a handful of water-based active skills in Palworld, their strength varies considerably, as does the Pals who can use them during battle.

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Palworld: Best Fire Active Skills (& The Pals That Have Them)

Pals with Fire moves are known to cause massive damage and leave their foes in flames. These active skills, and the Pals that have them, are the best.

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The Witch and the Beast Delivers Sad Reality in New Chapters

While Guideau and Ashaf are successful in helping Keira take down the city witch, a new threat arrives in the form of necromancy and the undead.

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Palworld: 9 Best Farming Partner Skills (& The Pals That Have Them)

Farming in Palworld helps players stockpile a number of different valuable items. Here are the few Pals who can farm the best, and what they offer.

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Palworld: How to Get Carbon Fiber

One step up from the common Fiber in Palworld is Carbon Fiber, a sturdy crafting material that takes time and patience in order to make.

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Palworld: How to Get Pal Metal Ingot

Palworld has different varieties of Ingot, but no variation is as strong as Pal Metal Ingot. Crafting it can be a challenge; here's how to stock up.

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Palworld: How to Get Refined Ingot

Refined Ingot is the next step from the regular Ingot in Palworld, and is a stronger material, but making it comes with a higher degree of difficulty.

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Palworld: Best Pals For Medicine Production

Medicine is a valuable asset in Palworld, in order to keep team members happy and alive. These Pals are the most efficient at medicine production.

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Palworld: Best Pals For Cooling

Palworld can get quite hot at times, whether the sun is high or the volcanos are nearby. These Pals will help players stay cool and avoid any burns.

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Palworld: How to Give Pals Medicine

Life in Palworld may be unforgiving at times, but there are plenty of ways to keep both player and Pals healthy and safe for the next fight.

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Palworld: Best Pals For Lumbering

Most items in Palworld require wood to craft, and some Pals are better at lumbering. Here is a list of those that are best to use for this job.

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Palworld: Where to Find Second Rayne Syndicate Tower (Lily & Lyleen Guide)

Lily and Lyleen make up the team of the second Rayne Syndicate Tower, and this guide will teach players where to find it and how to take them down.

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Palworld: Where to Find and Catch Hoocrates

Hoocrates is an owl-like Pal that roams Palworld once the moon goes up and the skies turn black. Here's where to find and catch this Dark-type Pal.

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Palworld: Where to Find and Catch Killamari

Killimari is a squid-like creature found in Palword, carrying a Dark typing and a useful partner skill. Here's where to find and catch Killamari.

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Palworld: How to Raise Pals

Raising Pals levels in Palworld is essential to building a strong team, but there are a few ways to do it effectively. Here are some of those methods.

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Palworld: Where to Find and Catch Direhowl

Direhowl once upon a time roamed Palworld alongside humans, but their bond quickly dissolved. Here is where to find and catch this Neutral-type Pal.