Vlad Mazanko

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7 RPGs With The Best Enemy Design, Ranked

4 days ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

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The Crew Motorfest: Best Cars To Get First

5 days ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

As of 2025, The Crew Motorfest boasts 765 vehicles, rivaling popular open-world racing games like Forza Horizon 5. Players need a diverse vehicle collection for different racing events, so it's all about the proper balance between price and performance. Top picks like the Dodge Challenger SRT-8, Ford Focus RS, Mazda RX-7, and Nissan 370Z offer affordability, power, and versatility in their respective racing categories.
Best Open-World Games Set In A Dying World, Ranked

1 week ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

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Worst Pictos that are Not Worth the Cost in Expedition 33

2 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

Generally, Pictos are unique and great in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, but some variants are notably weaker than others and have unjustified Lumina costs. Effective Heal is redundant for healing due to better options, while Energising Start IV costs too much Lumina for a single AP. Some of the worst Pictos in the game include Charging Alteration, Greater Slow, and Healing Stun.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33 - Hardest Optional Zones For High-Level Characters

2 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

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Clair Obscur Expedition 33: Best Pictos That All Characters Should Have

3 weeks ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

Some Pictos in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are essential for every character, granting strong perks for a very small number of Lumina points to equip. Painted Power is an essential Picto for every active party member. Early-game Pictos like Dodger or Dead Energy can prove valuable to keep active for the rest of the game.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33: Best Weapons for Monoco, Ranked

1 month ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

Monoco in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stands out with unique shapeshifting Nevron skills and Bestial Wheel mechanics, with some weapons significantly boosting his potential. Sidaro and Nusaro are excellent weapons for enhancing Monoco's skill damage, unlocking powerful perks when upgraded. Certain weapons like Joyaro allow Monoco to start in Almighty Mask, delivering massive damage boosts from turn one, making it one of the best weapons for him.
Clair Obscur Expedition 33: Best Weapons for Sciel, Ranked

1 month ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

Sciel in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has unique combat mechanics, and several powerful weapons can significantly boost damage in her Twilight state. Players can enhance Sciel's combat abilities not only in Twilight but also in other states with weapons like Moisson and Blizzon. Tisseron and Charnon stand out as top choices for Sciel, offering extended Twilight durations and enhanced damage potential.
Best Weapons for Verso in Clair Obscur Expedition 33, Ranked

1 month ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, both Gustave and Verso can access the same weapon pool, with some differences. Confuso and Corpeso are among the best weapons for Verso when mastering Burn mechanics and fighting alone Maelle or Lune. Seeram, Contorso, and Dualiso can speed up reaching Perfection Ranks for Verso, maximizing damage to enemies quickly. In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, players can obtain dozens of powerful weapons for each of the main characters.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 - Things You Should Always Buy From Merchants

1 month ago | gamerant.com | Vlad Mazanko

Players should prioritize buying new outfits and hairstyles for characters in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, as they're unique and affordable. Invest in the Colour of Lumina early for extra passive bonuses, and buy new Pictos and weapons for gear advantages. Players are recommended to avoid spending Chroma on low-level Chroma Catalysts and high-priced Recoat consumables.