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Joseph Yaden

Joseph Yaden

Former Digital Trends Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 878 articles

Joseph Yaden is a freelance journalist who covers Nintendo, shooters, and horror games. He mostly covers game guides for Digital Trends, but can also be found writing for Inverse. When he's not writing about video games he can usually be found petting his cats and listening to some Progressive Metal. He thinks Meshuggah is tight. Twitter: @JosephYaden

Playstation 5 system and DualSense controller.

How to turn off a PS5

Should you shut off your PS5 instead of letting it go into Rest Mode? Will it turn off automatically? Here's what you need to know about powering the console.
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A PS5 DualSense controller.

PS5 settings guide: 14 key settings to change on your PS5

One of the exciting things about getting a new console is messing around with its new settings. Here, we'll show you the key settings to change on your PS5.
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PS5 and DualSense art.

PS4 Pro vs. PS5

The PlayStation 5 has finally arrived, but how does it compare to its last-gen predecessor, the PlayStation 4 Pro? Here, we compare specs and titles to find out.
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A glass wall in minecraft.

How to make glass in Minecraft

Nearly every building you make in Minecraft could be spruced up with some glass. But how do you make it? Here, we'll run down how to make glass in Minecraft.
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Living room with Microsoft Xbox Series X (L) and Sony PlayStation 5 home video game consoles alongside a television and soundbar.

Xbox Series X vs. PS5: Which should you buy in 2024?

Microsoft and Sony have made two amazing consoles, but which is best for your gaming needs? We put the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 side by side to find out.
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Logan's claws out in Marvel's Wolverine.

Marvel’s Wolverine: everything we know so far

Insomniac Games is working on Marvel's Wolverine, as revealed during the 2021 PlayStation Showcase. Here's everything we know about Logan's next adventure.
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PS5 vs. Xbox Series S

The next generation of video game consoles is here, and Microsoft has come out swinging with its Xbox Series S. How does this machine stack up against the PS5?
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Compass in minecraft.

How to make a compass in Minecraft

Knowing which direction to go is practically essential in Minecraft. In this guide, we'll explain everything you need to know about how to craft a compass.
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Soldier holding weapon in Modern Warfare II.

The best Call of Duty games, ranked

The Call of Duty series has been around for over 15 years, with several stellar -- and some not so stellar -- games. In this list, we rank all mainline entries.
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how to find a village in minecraft

How to Find a Village in Minecraft

Villages are locations that contain loot and other useful items in Minecraft. In this guide, we'll show you how to find a village and what they might contain.
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Pokémon on Nintendo Switch OLED.

How to transfer data from Nintendo Switch to Switch OLED

If you just picked up a Nintendo Switch OLED, you might be curious how to transfer your old user data to it from an older Switch. Here's how the process works.
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The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to adjust the PS5’s beep sound

Want to eliminate that pesky beeping sound from your PS5? Here's how to rid yourself of it.
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Deacon on motorcycle in Days Gone.

PS5 Game Boost guide: What is Game Boost and how does it work?

Going back to play older PS4 games on PS5 is made even better with the use of Game Boost. Here's how Game Boost works on PS5.
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The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to put your PS5 in Rest Mode

There are several benefits to setting your PlayStation 5 console to Rest Mode, which puts the console to sleep without shutting it down completely.
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Link and other characters from Tears of the Kingdom.

The best single-player Nintendo Switch games

Looking for some games to play by yourself (or offline) on Nintendo Switch? Here's our definitive list of the very best single-player Nintendo Switch games.
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The original Xbox sits on a table.

The best original Xbox games

The original Xbox is nearly 20 years old, so we decided to take a look at its rich catalog of games. These are the best original Xbox games you can play today.
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The mainboard of the PS5.

How to upgrade your PS5 storage

You can choose to expand your PS5 storage with internal or external storage solutions. Here's everything you need to know about how to upgrade your PS5 memory.
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Characters from Warzone Mobile posing on a hill.

Warzone Mobile: everything you need to know

Call of Duty: Warzone Mobile is a complete battle royale experience designed specifically for smart devices. Here's when you can start playing it.
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The best Sims 4 mods

Though The Sims 4 gives you plenty of freedom to do what you want, you can greatly enhance your experience with mods. These are the best mods in The Sims 4.
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Closeup of Samus from Metroid Dread.

The best Metroid games, ranked

Following the release of Metroid Dread, we've decided to rank all the main games in the series, from the original to Prime and Metroid: Samus Returns.
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A PSVR2 headset on a sky-blue background.

The most common PSVR 2 problems and how to fix them

Despite being an incredible piece of hardware, the PSVR is still plagued with issues. This list features some of the most common problems and how to fix them.
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Link standing next to Sundelions in Tears of the Kingdom.

How to get Wild Greens in Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

As part of the Gloom-Borne Illness quest in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, players are tasked with finding Wild Greens. Here's where to find them.
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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 guy with a gun

Does Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 have Hardcore mode?

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been available for a while, but does it include Hardcore mode? Here's what you need to know about the fan-favorite mode.
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Main character of Warzone Season 5.

These 6 Call of Duty: Warzone Season 5 changes are a step in the right direction

The latest season of Call of Duty: Warzone is a great step in the right direction thanks to these much needed tweaks.
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Character holding the FR Avancer in Warzone.

The best Warzone FR Avancer loadout

The Call of Duty: Warzone FR Avancer is here and in this guide, we'll show you the best sniper support build for it.
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Character holding the Carrack .300 in Warzone.

The best Warzone Carrack .300 loadout

The new Warzone Carrack .300 sniper is here, and in this guide, we'll show you the best loadout for it.
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Overhead shot of Vondel map in Warzone.

Call of Duty: Warzone devs share the design secrets of the best battle royale map

There's a reason why Warzone's Vondel map flows so well. Here's what makes this map tick, according to Beenox developers.
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Characters driving vehicle in Warzone 2.0.

How to level up weapons fast in Warzone

Leveling your weapons in Call of Duty: Warzone can take a long time, but with these methods, you'll make the process much faster.
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A villager looks at a sunset.

The bestselling video games of all time

Video games are now one of the largest forms of media. In this guide, we break down the bestselling video games from the NES to the current console generation.
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Soldiers running in Modern Warfare II.

The best weapons in Modern Warfare 2: every gun ranked

There's no shortage of weapons to choose from in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, but which ones are the best? These are all the weapons in the game, ranked.
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Call of Duty Warzone screenshot of 3 characters walking towards the camera.

You’re probably using the wrong close-range Warzone weapon

If you're looking to get up close and personal with your opponents in Warzone, you need to try this beastly weapon build while you still can.
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Player on the Vondel map in Warzone.

Call of Duty: Warzone tips and tricks

Being the last squad standing in Call of Duty: Warzone is a tricky task, but these tips will help you survive on Al Mazrah, Vondel, and Ashika Island.
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Character holding MX Guardian in Call of Duty.

The best MX Guardian loadout in Warzone

The new Call of Duty MX Guardian is effective up-close if you use it right. We'll show you the best loadouts for it.
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Character gliding in Palia.

Palia beta: when it starts and how to sign up

Cozy MMO Palia is entering beta later this summer and here's when it starts and how to sign up.
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