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Resident Evil 6: The Black Sheep That Punches Above Its Weight Class
We’ve all done our paces on weird thought experiments before. What would you get if you combined intense survival horror concepts with parkour? Or forced online firefight sections? Resident Evil 6 has all of these things. Read on to find out about our experience with the game as we dive into our journey of getting…
9 Scary Platinum Trophies for Halloween
It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year: the brief window where it’s socially acceptable to dress as a goblin or a ghoul! Trophy hunters will naturally be wondering how they should spend their Halloween. Why not celebrate by getting a rare platinum trophy in an incredible horror title? Read on for our top seasonal picks…
When Should You Retire as a Trophy Hunter?
Let’s face it: All the best athletes have to retire someday. But when should you retire as a trophy hunter? It’s a sport like all the rest. While retiring from the game is a deeply personal decision, we have outlined 5 non-starters that indicate you should retire or, at the very least, take a break…
The 8 Types of Achievements Every Game Has
Let’s get back to the basics. Whether you need to beat the story on the highest difficulty or find an elusive drop, trophy hunters generally need to put in some effort before they’re awarded a platinum trophy. In this article, we discuss the 8 most common types of achievements that show up in video games.…
Bad End Theater — Be a Good Actor to Get All the Trophies
Everyone has a role to play in a standard fairy tale—but not in Bad End Theater. Familiar character tropes like the ever-present damsel in distress are turned on their head as you experience 40+ unique tragic endings for this colorful cast of characters. Read on to find out what our trophy hunting experience with Bad…
11 Controversial Trophy Hunting Hot Takes
Hot takes: We all have them. Seeing as trophy hunters spend hundreds of hours completing video games, it’s only natural that we form strong beliefs based on those experiences. In this article, I share 11 of my trophy hunting hot takes covering a wide variety of topics, from auto-popping achievements to overrated games in the…
How Much Do Trophy Hunters Spend on Video Games Every Year?
Compared to most hobbies, video games are a relatively cheap pastime. Do trophy hunters spend significantly more money than the average gamer to stay on top of leaderboard rankings? In this article, we attempt to answer this question with a rudimentary analysis.
Monster Roadtrip: XXL Trophy Guide
Ready to date some monsters? Monster Roadtrip: XXL is the most accessible trophy hunt in the Monster Prom series so far. Our Monster Roadtrip: XXL trophy guide includes tips, tricks, and resources that make earning its platinum trophy as simple as possible.
12 Games with LGBTQ+ Representation You Should Platinum for Pride Month
Every year, people all over the world come together to uplift marginalized communities that have historically been discriminated against based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. In this article, we will share some of our favorite titles that include a wide variety of LGBTQ+ friendly themes. Our list primarily focuses on characters who have…
Trophy Hunting on the PlayStation VR2 is Insane
The PlayStation VR2 has been an intriguing platform for a few years now. With so few guides and resources, trophy hunting on the PlayStation VR2 has the opportunity to yield unique and challenging platinum trophies.
