Lauren Relph
Lauren Relph is a games writer, focusing on Xbox. She doesn't like piña coladas but loves getting caught in the rain. Follow her on Twitter!
Latest articles by Lauren Relph
Final Fantasy XV: Where to find and how to use Regalia upgrades
By Lauren Relph last updated
The Regalia is undeniably one of your most indispensable tools in Final Fantasy XV.
Minecraft for Windows 10 and Xbox One: Tips for long term survival
By Lauren Relph last updated
You've managed to survive your first few nights, maybe by the skin of your teeth. What's next?
Ashen's dark world re-emerges in 4K for Xbox One X
By Lauren Relph published
Announced at the 2016 E3, Ashen was showcased this year as part of the Xbox One X line up, showing beautiful 4K graphics.
The Surge Beginner's Guide: tips and tricks to get ahead in the game
By Lauren Relph last updated
Hardcore action-RPG The Surge can be tough for beginners. Are you having trouble with crowd control or don't know how to install implants? Hopefully, we have some answers for you!
7 multiplayer Xbox games that could ruin even the strongest friendships
By Lauren Relph published
We love games that we can play together with friends, but there are a few that may hurt friendships rather than build them. We've compiled a list of these offending games.
Everything you need to know about Outlast 2
By Lauren Relph published
Outlast 2 is the terrifying sequel to one of the Xbox One's most effective horror games. Here's everything you need to know, so far.
The Surge trailer is all about looting and limb-cutting
By Lauren Relph published
Deck13's upcoming hardcore action game The Surge is coming to console and PC in May. This new trailer shows off some limb-cutting, looting and targeting action.
ID@Xbox's Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight Xbox One review
By Lauren Relph published
The best kind of games are the ones that make you remember why you love gaming in the first place. Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight does just that and will pull at your nostalgic heartstrings.
Why Dark Souls fans should pay attention to The Surge
By Lauren Relph published
Deck13 has been thinking long and hard about the potential future of our civilization, and it created the Surge, a sci-fi hardcore action RPG that's set for release in May 2017.
Everything you need to know about Resident Evil 7: Biohazard
By Lauren Relph last updated
Resident Evil's been around for two decades, and the upcoming 27th game in the franchise is taking it back to its roots.
Stardew Valley beginner's guide: how to play, make easy money and more!
By Lauren Relph last updated
Stardew Valley is available now on Xbox One, and while it looks simple on the surface, there is a lot to learn!
How to get the true ending in Resident Evil 7: First Hour demo for Xbox One and PC
By Lauren Relph published
We have the full walkthrough for the Resident Evil 7 First Hour demo. Can you get the true ending?
4 minutes of The Surge — a hardcore sci-fi action RPG set for Xbox and PC in 2017
By Lauren Relph last updated
The Surge is a hardcore action game coming to Xbox One and PC in 2017, developed by Deck 13 Interactive and published by Namco Bandai.
How to install mods for Skyrim Special Edition on Xbox One
By Lauren Relph published
How to find, install and remove mods for Skyrim Special Edition on Xbox One.
Hunt down the Zodiac Killer with Watch Dogs 2's pre-order bonus
By Lauren Relph published
Pre-ordering Watch Dogs 2 will give you access to a bonus mission, based on the mystery of the Zodiac Killer.
Mafia 3's latest trailer details just some of its deadly weapons
By Lauren Relph published
A sneaky preview of the weapons available in the new Mafia 3, coming on October 7th to Xbox One and PC.
Minecraft Windows 10: Taming and Breeding guide
By Lauren Relph last updated
Which animals can be tamed, and which can be bred? What do you need to make them do this?
Interview with the Vampyr… Xbox One art director
By Lauren Relph published
The inner workings of the action RPG game, Vampyr, coming in 2017. We talked with Gregory Szucs, Art Director at DontNod about the lead character, his special powers and 1918 London.
Minecraft Windows 10: Mobs and enemies to watch for
By Lauren Relph published
Mobs. You can't live with them, and unfortunately, you can't live without them.
Hue for Xbox One review: Color in the world
By Lauren Relph published
Hue is a puzzle platformer developed by Fiddlesticks and published by ID@Xbox. It's colorful, yet sorrowful, and so sweet it'll leave you with a content glow for a week.
How to use the Xbox app for Windows 10
By Lauren Relph last updated
Xbox has an app available on all Windows 10 devices, as well as iOS and Android – connecting you to your Xbox more thoroughly than ever before. Here's what you need to know...
How to set your newly independent language and region settings on Xbox One
By Lauren Relph last updated
Now you can separate your region, speech and keyboard language settings on Xbox One. Want to know how? See here.
How to find your Facebook friends on Xbox Live for Windows 10 and Xbox One
By Lauren Relph published
With the Xbox One's Summer Update, you can now find your Facebook friend's Gamertags easier than ever before. Here's how to do that on both Windows 10 PCs
Dark Souls III: Story explained for those who haven't played the first two games
By Lauren Relph last updated
The Dark Souls storylines are difficult enough to work out at the best of times, but what if Dark Souls 3 is your first in the series? Do you need to know what happened in the previous games?
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