Kenneth Shepard, Author at Kotaku

CultureNews

Overwatch 2 Heroes’ Official Ages Sound Extremely Made Up

Kiriko and Hanzo being 20 years apart only makes sense if we forget the story

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 8, 2023

OpinionCommentary

Baldur’s Gate 3’s ‘Evil’ Ending Feels Like An Afterthought

Larian Studios’ RPG has substantial branching endings, but one outcome got more love than the other

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 8, 2023

CultureNews

Overwatch 2 Patch Launches New Single-Player Mode To Teach You New Heroes

The Hero Mastery mode has been teased for a bit, but is rolling out for different characters over time

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 7, 2023

Tips & Guides

Can’t Afford That Baldur’s Gate 3 Item? Just Knock Out The Vendor

If you don’t feel like paying up for an armor set or weapon, you could simply knock out a shopkeeper

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 6, 2023

Tips & Guides

PSA: You’re Not Resting Enough In Baldur’s Gate 3

Taking a Long Rest can heal your team, but it can also bring you closer to them if you do it often

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 6, 2023

OpinionImpressions

Baldur’s Gate 3 Is Still Great On PS5, Just A Little Rougher Around The Edges

Though there are some caveats, Baldur’s Gate 3 is worth playing on PS5 if you don’t have a PC to run it

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 2, 2023

Tips & Guides

What’s Included (And What’s Not) In Cyberpunk 2077’s Free 2.0 Update

The paid Phantom Liberty DLC is bringing a lot of new content, but so does the free 2.0 update

By Kenneth Shepard Published September 1, 2023

CultureNews

Fans Think Latest Pokémon Go Artwork Was Made With AI

Niantic says it 'uses a variety of tools and software' to create art for Pokémon Go

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 31, 2023

CultureNews

Baldur’s Gate 3‘s New Karlach Ending Is A Small But Meaningful Improvement

After fan feedback, Larian Studios has fleshed out Karlach’s previously lacking finale

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 31, 2023

CultureNews

Super Mario Bros. Wonder Is A Whole New Approach To 2D Mario Games

The Nintendo Switch side-scroller will include asynchronous online co-op, brand-new enemies, hilarious abilities, and more

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 31, 2023

Tips & Guides

Baldur’s Gate 3’s Easiest Lockpicking Tool Is An Axe Or Bomb

If you can’t pass a stat check or you’re lacking the tools, you can simply break chests open

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 30, 2023

Tips & Guides

Baldur’s Gate 3’s Dark Urge Is Great For Your Second Run

The violent origin story is available from the start, but feels like a remix of a more standard Baldur’s Gate 3 playthrough

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 30, 2023

CultureNews

Baldur’s Gate 3 Is Altering Its Ending, Starting With Karlach

Karlach specifically will be getting a new, ‘optional’ ending in a forthcoming update

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 29, 2023

OpinionImpressions

Sonic Superstars Works Surprisingly Well In Co-Op

The new 2D Sonic supports up to four players at once, and its little nuances shine through

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 29, 2023

Tips & Guides

Baldur’s Gate 3 Is Even Better When You Speak With Animals

Some of Baldur’s Gate 3 ’s sweetest and funniest moments happen when you talk to a furry friend

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 29, 2023

CultureOdds and Ends

Today’s The Day Bill And Frank Got Married In HBO’s The Last Of Us

The HBO adaptation took some welcome liberties with the pair’s love story

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 29, 2023

Tips & Guides

This Baldur’s Gate 3 Spell Can Help You Find Secrets In The RPG’s World

Feather Fall stops fall damage, so you can jump down any hole in Faerûn

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 28, 2023

Tips & Guides

Maybe Don’t Bring Astarion On His Personal Quest In Baldur’s Gate 3

Baldur’s Gate 3 doesn’t always require you to have a party member with you for their quest

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 28, 2023

CulturePokemon

Someone At The Pokémon Company Hates Regigigas, And It’s Actually Hilarious

Diamond and Pearl introduced a new powerhouse Legendary Pokémon with a glaring flaw

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 28, 2023

CultureNews

Young Super Smash Bros. Melee Player Takes Selfie Mid-Match, Owns

15-year-old RJ 'OG Kid' Dodd popped off repeatedly on his way to a one-sided victory

By Kenneth Shepard Published August 25, 2023