Thomas Hawkins-Staff Writer

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September, 2021
Bachelor of Science in Games Computing
RPG, 3D Platformer, Action RPG
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About Thomas Hawkins

I've been playing video games almost my entire life, with a particular preference for RPGs, Strategy Games, and 3D Platformers. When I'm not writing or gaming, I usually work on my own game projects or do a spot of baking.

Favorite Games

Elden Ring, Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth, Persona 5 Royal, and City of Heroes typically come to mind first when I'm thinking of my favourite games. The Spyro Trilogy (and Especially Year of the Dragon) also ranks highly for me, as does Sly 3 and Jak 2.

Favorite Anime

My Anime preferences are pretty varied, but my favourites are Digimon (Especially Season 3), Jojo's Bizarre Adventure (Part 2 is my favorite so far), and Kill la Kill.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Easily the Platinum Trophy for Armored Core 6, which I spent a long time learning all the little details of. I'm also pretty proud of my 117% completion (yes that's the right number) of Spyro: Year of the Dragon.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat Sea Spider (Best Build)

The Sea Spider serves as the final obstacle in chapter 2 of Armored Core 6, so here's how to beat it.

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The Crew: Motorfest - How to Sell and Buy Cars

The Crew: Motorfest has tons of vehicles for players to unlock and many of these must be purchased in the shop.

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The Crew: Motorfest - What Playlist to Do First

Playlists are short thematic campaigns that players are encouraged to complete in The Crew: Motorfest and offer a number of rewards.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat Smart Cleaner (Best Build)

The Smart Cleaner boss is fought during the first mission of Chapter 2, and can prove to be an overwhelming challenge if its weakness isn't exploited.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat the First Boss, AH12: HC Helicopter

During the first mission of Armored Core 6, players will face off with AH12: HC Helicopter, so here's how to take it down.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat Balteus (Best Build)

Balteus serves as the gatekeeper for Chapter 2 of Armored Core 6 and can be tremendously difficult to deal with.

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The Crew: Motorfest - How to Drift

Drifting is an essential skill for players of The Crew: Motorfest and can be a little tricky to get the hang of.

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The Crew: Motorfest - How to Transfer Vehicles and Vanities from The Crew 2

Players of the Crew 2 can bring all compatible vehicles and vanities with them into The Crew: Motorfest.

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Armored Core 6: Trophy/Achievement Guide and Roadmap

The Platinum Trophy for Armored Core 6 is a huge challenge that requires, at a minimum, three playthroughs of the game.

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Armored Core 6: 1.02 Patch Notes, Explained

The 1.02 Patch of Armored Core 6 makes a number of balance changes to weapons and bosses.

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The Crew: Motorfest - How to Play Early

The Crew Motorfest has early access for players who purchase certain editions of the game.

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Armored Core 6: All Hidden Part Chest Locations

Armored Core 6 has a ton of hidden parts that can only be acquired by tracking them down during missions in hidden chests.

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Baldurs Gate 3: How To Get To Auntie Ethel's Teahouse

Auntie Ethel's Teahouse is a very interesting early-game area in Baldur's Gate 3, and this guide will explain how to track it down.

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Baldur's Gate 3: How to Save Mayrina

Saving Mayrina from Auntie Ethel in Baldur's Gate 3 can be tricky, so here's how it's done.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat Ayre (Best Build)

Ayre serves as the final boss for one of the three routes in Armored Core 6 and can prove to be a terrifying foe.

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Armored Core 6: How to Beat Arquebus Balteus/V.II Snail (Best Build)

V.II Snail is a recurring adversary in the later parts of AC6 and their arrival piloting a modified Balteus makes for a difficult encounter.

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Armored Core 6: How to Get S Rank on Missions

Achieving an S Rank on a mission in Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon requires players to clear missions speedily and efficiently.

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Armored Core 6: All Preorder Bonuses & Edition Differences Explained

There are a few different editions of Armored Core 6 available for purchase, and this guide will break down the differences between them.

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Baldur's Gate 3: The Best Barbarian Class Build

The Barbarian is a heavy-hitting class that takes hits like a champ. These builds will help players make the most of Baldur's Gate 3's angriest class.

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Baldur's Gate 3: How to Revive/Resurrect Gale

In Baldur's Gate 3, Gale has a contingency plan to deal with his potential death and this guide will explain how to act on it.