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About Tom Bowen
Tom Bowen is a senior editor who loves adventure games and RPGs. He's been playing video games for several decades now and writing about them professionally since 2020. Although he dabbles in news and features from time to time, he spends most of his time writing guides these days.
Favorite Games
Tom plays a bit of everything but will always have a soft spot for point-and-click adventure series like Monkey Island and Broken Sword. Also Shenmue, and just about everything else made by Yu Suzuki. His favorite Final Fantasy game seems to change every time someone asks him, but right now he's leaning toward 10 > 6 > 7. When it comes to Zelda, he prefers classic titles like Windwaker and A Link to the Past to the newer 3D open-world stuff.
Favorite Console
Tom's owned pretty much every home console over the years but none have brought him quite as much joy as the Sega Dreamcast. It had some of the best games of its era and was years ahead of its time when it came to features.
Proudest Gaming Achievement
Tom once managed to beat The Secret of Monkey Island in under an hour, which, had he bothered to record it, would have placed him among the top 25 runners on SpeedRun.com.
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Astro Bot: Thrust or Bust Walkthrough
The Thrust or Bust DLC stage is one of the toughest that Astro Bot has to offer, but players must master its many challenges to unlock its VIP Bot.
PGA Tour 2K25 Ratings and Roster
A guide containing the full roster for PGA Tour 2K25 as well as ratings for every playable golfer in the game.
PGA Tour 2K25 Release Time and Date
Those hoping to take advantage of PGA Tour 2K25 early access release times will need to purchase either the Deluxe or Legend edition of the game.
The Best Wonder Pick Strategy for Pokemon TCG Pocket
Finding the best Wonder Pick strategy can make life a lot easier for Pokemon TCG Pocket players who are hoping to flesh out their collections.
Roblox: Anime Reborn Codes
A guide containing all of the latest codes for Anime Reborn, as well as information on how players can redeem them.
How to Win Wars in Civ 7 (A Complete Guide to Warfare)
Given how trigger-happy some of the other civilizations can be, players will definitely want to learn how to win a war in Civ 7.
Every Stage in Astro Bot (All Planets List)
Every stage in Astro Bot provides its own challenges, forcing players to think outside the box or make use of unique power-ups.
Astro Bot DLC Release Schedule
Astro Bot fans will gain access to five more DLC stages over the coming weeks, with new levels arriving weekly between February 13 and March 13.
Astro Bot: Tick-Tock Shock Walkthrough
Astro Bot players hoping to unlock themselves a Heihachi Mishima Cameo Bot will first need to complete the Tick-Tock Shock DLC stage.
How to Get More Artifacts in Civ 7 (Not Enough Artifacts)
As there's only a finite number of them, finding enough Artifacts in Civ 7's Modern Age can be a little tricky for those who go rushing in.
Civ 7 Morse Code Translation and Best Response (A Transmission)
Players will definitely want to know the best response to Civ 7's Morse code message, as choosing the wrong one could have catastrophic consequences.
The Best Starting Strategy for Civ 7 (Best Civilization VII Build Order)
Understanding the best Civ 7 build order can put players firmly on the path to success, while failing to do so can lead to a swift and brutal defeat.
How to Play with Friends in Civ 7 (Civilization VII Crossplay Guide)
Civ 7 boasts full crossplay support, making it easier than ever to play Civilization with friends.
How to Capture Enemy Settlements and Disperse Independent Powers in Civ 7
After overwhelming their foes using military might, Civ 7 players will be able to capture enemy towns and cities and add them to their empire.
How to Destroy Enemy Ships and Boats in Civ 7
When they're first starting out, Civ 7 players may not have the units needed to destroy hostile ships. Thankfully, it won't take long to get them.
A Complete Guide to Overbuilding in Civ 7
Civ 7's Overbuilding mechanic allows players to easily modernize their settlements, replacing outdated structures with newer and more productive ones.
All Civ 7 Map Types, Explained (Continents Plus / Continents / Archipelago / Fractal / Shuffle / Terra Incognita)
There are six different Civ 7 Map Types for players to choose from, some of which are much better suited to certain strategies than others.
All Civ 7 Technologies and Tech Trees
Each of the three ages in Civ 7 has its own Tech Tree, with players needing to research certain technologies before others become available.
How to Use Cheats in Civ 7 (Civilization VII Console Commands)
Players can use Civ 7 cheats to make exploring the map a whole lot easier or transition to the next age with the push of a button.
Can You Rename Towns and Cities in Civ 7? (Change Settlement Names)
As of Title Update 1.1.1, players can rename their towns and cities by navigating to the settlement menu and clicking on the pencil icon.