New York Times Connections: Hints and Answers for #216 Jul 15, 2025

Connectionsis a short, daily word game. It presents you with sixteen words and challenges you to sort all of them into four categories. The catch? You don’t know any of these categories going in. In order to win this surprisingly challenging word puzzle, you might need a hand. Especially today; the words in this one can are extremely difficult for anyone who is not a sports fan. For help with the groupings or even spoilers, this article has you covered....

July 1, 2025 · 3 min · 434 words · Beth Brown

Nori And Poppy Are The Rings of Power Version Of Merry And Pippin

One of the things that makes hobbits so special, both inTolkien’s original worksand in the subsequent Peter Jackson movie adaptations, is their unique blend of lifestyles. On one hand is their peaceful idyllic life, wanting to avoid adventures and stay out of trouble. On the other is their mischievous curiosity and their habit of sticking their noses where they shouldn’t, because they love how the gossip and the drama liven up their quiet existence....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 812 words · Samuel Trevino

One Piece Manga Schedule For April And May 2024

Summary One Piecefans have had to endure quite a difficult time over the course of the last month or so, as the series has been on a long hiatus. This break was taken by Oda because he wanted to give himself the proper rest that he deserved. Of course, Oda’s hiatuses are never too long, and it is now time for the series to return. Naturally, after such a tumultuous time, a might be wondering as to whatOne Piece’sschedule will look like once it returns properly....

July 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1258 words · Kirk Contreras

Overwatch Fans Point Out Big Problem With Ashe's Summer Games 2021 Skin

Overwatchis in the midst of its Summer Games 2021 event, giving players the chance to hop back into the limited-time Lucioball game mode and unlock a variety of seasonal skins. Not only are all the Summer Games skins from past seasons available forOverwatchplayers to unlock, but there’s also a fresh batch of skins to add to one’s collection as well. Most of theOverwatchSummer Games 2021 skins seem to have been well-received by fans of the game, though Ashe’s new skin has received some criticism from the community....

July 1, 2025 · 2 min · 405 words · Emily Johnson

Poglings is a New Game That Takes Inspiration from Sonic's Chao Garden

YouTuber Chadtronic’s company Yojoyco Studios has revealedPoglings, a game inspired by the Chao Gardens from theSonic Adventuregames. The game is being developed in collaboration with Right Nice Games, which has createdSkylar and Plux: Adventure on Clover Island. Poglingsis the firstindie gamemade by Yojoyco Studios, and it brings players into the Wild Vine Islands where cute critters known as Poglings live. Players can raise, breed, and race these dragon-like creatures to complete quests and hatch rarer critters along the way....

July 1, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Troy Rogers

Pokemon GO: How to Catch Kecleon

Kecleon is a Normal-type Pokemon that made itsPokemon GOdebut following the January 2023 Community Day. While Kecleon is not particularly difficult to catch, the method by which it is obtained is unique. This guide is here to provide details on that method, and it will help players add Kecleon to their collections inPokemon GO. Pokemon GO: How to Catch Kecleon Players that are on the hunt for aKecleon inPokemon GOshould simply tap everyPokeStopthat they encounter....

July 1, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · Trevor Saunders

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown – How to Get the Lilac Skin

Quick Links The Lilac Skin is one of the rare collectiblecosmeticsinPrince of Persia: The Lost Crown. You acquire this item by locating a secret room in the Lower City and solving one of the lengthiest platform puzzles in the game. This guide walks you through the entire process and explains how toget the Lilac Outfit early. Where Is the Lilac Skin? The Lilac Skin is locatedon the Hidden Floor of the Citadel Elevator....

July 1, 2025 · 3 min · 549 words · Karen Alexander

Rick And Morty: The Prime Dimension, Explained

Quick Links There’s no shortage of dimension-hopping andCentral Finite Curveunderstanding fun acrossRick and Morty. The iconic pair must have traveled through hundreds of different dimensions and planets on screen at this point, but there is one that stands out above them all. The Prime Dimension might just be one of the most significant dimensions in the series, and many fans may have completely missed why that is. AsRick and Mortycontinues in a new direction with massive storylines that seem intended to be revealed over multiple seasons, there is still a ton to learn....

July 1, 2025 · 5 min · 907 words · Mike Hale

Stardew Valley Creator Now Self-Publishing on All Platforms

Stardew Valleydefied odds and became a massive hit among farm and life sim fans. With its charming aesthetic, cast of memorable NPCs, and potentially endless gameplay loop, there’s a lot for fans of the genre and pixel-art games to enjoy. While the game is available for purchase and download the same as always, some changes are afoot behind the scenes. Eric Barone, aka ConcernedApe, has now revealed that he is now the sole publisher ofStardew Valley....

July 1, 2025 · 3 min · 440 words · David Thomas

Starfield: How to Manipulate NPCs (Mind Control)

Quick Links ManyStarfieldplayers are unaware of the game’s mind-control capabilities. However, it is indeed possible to manipulate random NPCs, particularly the hostile ones, and compel them to follow commands. This can be achieved by acquiring a specific skill and advancing its level. However, fortunate players may also obtain this skill for free. To help fans understand mind control inStarfield, this guide provides explanations ongetting the Manipulation skill, utilizing it effectively, and maximizing its potential....

July 1, 2025 · 2 min · 415 words · Alicia Lee

The Creepiest Pokemon Songs

Pokemongames have been around for more than a quarter of a century, with the franchise featuring many songs that will instantly make players feel nostalgic. Whatever generation they grew up with, there will be a collection of songs that takes them back to a time, place, and console where they experienced a standout route, town, or battle for the very first time. But within the music of thePokemongames lies a set of very haunting tracks....

July 1, 2025 · 6 min · 1156 words · Tracey Ramsey

The Magnificent Trufflepigs Dev Talks Beth and Adam’s Characterization and Development

The Magnificent Trufflepigswas developed by Thunkd and published by AMC Games. Players take on the role of Adam, a man who returns to Stanning, a quaint English countryside village where he spent his formative years. Though the playable character is Adam, it’s not wrong to say the star ofThe Magnificent Trufflepigsis Beth. She recruits Adam to help her find the match to an earring she found when she was a kid, despite the warnings from her friends about letting Adam back into her life....

July 1, 2025 · 4 min · 744 words · Janet Villarreal

This Spider-Man Villain Would Actually Work In Their Own Movie

Superhero movies have become almost comically ubiquitous, but alongside them has emerged a trend of supervillain solo movies likeVenom,Joker,and the upcomingMorbius. It takes a special kind of villain to work as a lead in a solo vehicle, and among the existing candidates waiting for their chance at the spotlight, perhaps the best unexpected pick is Dr. Otto Octavius, AKA Doctor Octopus. Spider-Man’s rogues gallery is a wonderfully varied group, from small-time criminals enhanced by strange technology to powerful vampires and aliens....

July 1, 2025 · 5 min · 948 words · Kayla Hicks