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11 of the Biggest Trophy Hunting Pet Peeves
We all have them. Small, petty gripes that grate our nerves like nothing else. In this article, we discuss a number of trophy hunting pet peeves that like-minded gamers will relate to. Whether enacted by game developers or painfully prescribed by trophy guide authors, what drives you crazy?
5 PlayStation Games Without Trophies That You Should Try
Although they are well-known today, achievement systems haven’t always been an intrinsic part of gaming experiences. These are 5 PlayStation games without trophies that are worth playing regardless.
Our Most Anticipated PlayStation Games of 2025
With PlayStation’s first State of Play in 2025 now under wraps, there are plenty of great games to look forward to this year! Read on to find out what our most anticipated PlayStation games of 2025 are. We’d love to earn platinum trophies for all of the titles on this list.
5 Games We Play to Break the Trophy Hunting Mindset
Going from one tough platinum trophy to another can tire even the most disciplined trophy hunter. Proceeding in spite of yourself might cause you to burn out. In this article, I share what video games I play to give myself a break from the trophy hunting mindset.
9 Painful Platinum Trophies We Never Want to Unlock Again
Some platinum trophies are worth their weight in gold. Others aren’t worth the price of admission. In this article, I share 9 PlayStation games with painful platinum trophies I never want to revisit with a completionist mindset again.
Navigating PlayStation Sales: 6 Money-Saving Tips for Trophy Hunters
Trophy hunters have to budget their time and finances in order to earn achievements. What ways can you stretch your hard-earned dollars? Below, I outline how you can save money while planning your next trophy hunt.
11 Memorable Platinum Trophies I Wish I Could Earn Again
Games can lose their luster the more they’re played, especially for trophy hunters. Since completion requirements frequently highlight gameplay problems, it takes a very special game to leave completionists wanting more. In this article, we describe 11 games with memorable platinum trophies we’d love to complete a second time.
12 Achievements That Made Trophy Hunters Uncomfortable
How far are you willing to go to unlock a new achievement? Whether by doing something outrageous, awkward, or downright nefarious, sometimes developers want you to get out of your comfort zone. Would you earn these uncomfortable trophies?
12 Video Game Series That All Trophy Hunters Should Respect
Earning every achievement in a video game series is an impressive feat. In this article, we discuss 12 different franchises that all trophy hunters should respect for their insane difficulty ratings and unbelievable time requirements.
9 Ways We Make Trophies Harder Than They Need To Be
Many trophy hunters collect achievements because they crave a challenge. The most dedicated players even set their own goals and restrictions that ramp up the difficulty of completion. In this article, we discuss 9 ways that trophy hunters make achievements harder than they need to be.
12 PlayStation Games with Unobtainable Trophies
One common fear for trophy hunters is the existence of unobtainable trophies. In this article, I discuss 12 PlayStation titles with trophy lists and achievements that are impossible to complete.
12 PlayStation Trophies with Animals
Everyone loves an adorable dog or fearless cat. Many video game developers make a point to include animals when they create trophy lists. These are our recommendations for PlayStation trophies with animals.
15 Great PlayStation Games Without Platinum Trophies
Some developers choose not to include platinum trophies in their games. In this article, we discuss 15 games without platinum trophies that we wish were included.
11 Unexpected Exploits and Glitches That Made Trophies Easier
Trophy hunting often goes hand in hand with exploits and glitches. The quest for platinum trophies can be fraught with grindy and difficult challenges. What are some ways that trophy hunters broke the mold and got trophies much easier than intended?
Trophy Hunting Pros and Cons
Hunting for platinum trophies can be a great way to add more color to your gaming sessions. Before you get too invested, you might want to check out our list of trophy hunting pros and cons to figure out whether you have what it takes.
