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Dan is the founder, owner, and lead editor of Nerdburglars. With over three decades of gaming experience tracing back to the 8-bit era and an enduring love for franchises like The Legend of Zelda, they have spent a lifetime analyzing the evolution of interactive entertainment. Today, they oversee the site’s editorial direction, specializing in deep-dive franchise retrospectives, industry news analysis, and hardware reviews, ensuring Nerdburglars delivers authoritative, high-quality content for core gamers.

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How to Get Your Controller Working with Epic Games

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If you're trying to use a controller with Epic Games Launcher or its games, you might be frustrated when it doesn't work right away. Unlike Steam, the Epic Games Launcher doesn't have built-in universal controller support. However, most games on...
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How to Use Your Steam Deck While Traveling: Hotel WiFi and Tips

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Your Steam Deck is the ultimate travel companion, packing a full PC gaming library into a handheld device. But hitting the road introduces a few headaches: spotty Wi‑Fi, tricky hotel login portals, offline game restrictions, and battery anxiety. This guide...
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Xenia vs RPCS3: Best Emulator for Cross-Platform Games

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Emulation has come a long way, and two names dominate the conversation when it comes to the seventh console generation: Xenia for Xbox 360 and RPCS3 for PlayStation 3. Both are open-source projects that have made staggering progress in recent...
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How to Recruit Both Halsin and Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3

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Baldur's Gate 3 presents players with a moral dilemma early on: side with the tiefling refugees and the druid Halsin, or ally with the goblins and the drow paladin Minthara. Many assume you must choose one path, locking you out...
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How to Play Non-Steam Games on Steam Deck

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The Steam Deck is a powerful handheld gaming PC that natively supports thousands of Steam games. But many gamers have libraries on other platforms like the Epic Games Store, GOG, or itch.io. Adding these non-Steam games to your Steam Deck...
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Arma Reforger, Hell Let Loose, or Squad: Which Game Is Right for You?

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When comparing Arma Reforger, Hell Let Loose, and Squad, it is tempting to lump them together as realistic shooters, but each carves out a distinct identity. Arma Reforger is a sandbox military simulation platform built on a new engine, offering...
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Baldur's Gate 3 Romance: Can You Start Late or Miss Key Scenes?

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Romance is a core part of Baldur's Gate 3, weaving deep personal stories into the main quest. But many players worry when they miss a key scene, skip a kiss, or realize halfway through the game that they want to...
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How to Fix Xbox 360 Profile Download Issues on Series X

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When you fire up an Xbox 360 game on your Xbox Series X for the first time, the console needs to download your Xbox 360 profile to enable achievements, cloud saves, and online play. This process usually happens automatically, but...
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Are Cooling Stands for PS4 Pro Worth It?

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The PS4 Pro is a powerful console, capable of delivering stunning 4K visuals and buttery-smooth performance. However, that extra power often comes with a noticeable increase in heat generation and fan noise. If you have ever heard your PS4 Pro's...
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When Does It Turn Night Time? Story Progression Requirement Explained

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Many players find themselves wondering, "How do you make it turn night time?" After hours of exploring in broad daylight, you might start to think you are missing a button or a hidden mechanic. The truth is simpler than expected:...

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