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AKM-9B Assault Rifle Location in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC

Ayyoun Ali — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:43:11 GMT

The "AKM-9B" Assault Rifle is one of the unique weapons added in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC that players can get from the Iron Forest region. It's one of the best unique ARs in the game that comes with a silencer and underbarrel launcher modifications. This weapon can be acquired early on in the DLC, but you'll need to solve a puzzle to acquire it.

Luftgarde DMR Location in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC

Ayyoun Ali — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:45:37 GMT

The "Luftgarde" DMR is one of the unique weapons added in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC that players can get from the Iron Forest region. However, players will need to progress through a few quests to get the artifact needed to access the area with the weapon. Here's a complete guide to the location of the "Luftgarde" DMR and how players can acquire it.

Maximum Rifle Location in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope

Ayyoun Ali — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:11:20 GMT

The "Maximum" rifle is one of the unique weapons added in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC that players can get from the CNPP region. The long-range weapon is found within a locked room that requires a 4-digit code inside the Module IB building. Here's a complete guide to the location of the "Maximum" rifle and how players can start using it asap.

Find Missing Group & Get Water Drop Artifact (Dangerous Way) in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope

Ayyoun Ali — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:41:32 GMT

Dangerous Way is one of Freedom's main missions in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope DLC that will require Skif to save the missing group by finding the Water Drop artifact. Getting the artifact is important, as you won't be able to pass through the silver mercury anomaly without it. The Mercury anomaly is particularly problematic as it'll damage Skif by latching onto him with tendrils. Here's a complete Dangerous Way quest guide to help you find the Water Drop artifact to save the missing group in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope.

How to Flashy Pass in NBA 2K27

Joe Grantham — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:21:12 GMT

Passing is a core part of basketball and NBA 2K27, no matter a player's position. However, for floor general Point Guards and playmaking Centers, there's more than just a simple pass with [A]. Despite their name, flashy passes are more than just a chance to showboat, as they can be used to fool opponents and find teammates from unexpected angles. It also helps if the player has high ball control and passing stats, ideally high enough to meet the requirements of passing Badges in NBA 2K27.

How to Get Artifact from 'Iron Forest Flare Fragment' in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope

Ayyoun Ali — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:50:59 GMT

The Flare Fragment POI is an anomalous area within the Iron Forest that also holds an artifact introduced in Stalker 2: Cost of Hope. Like all other anomalies, getting the artifact from this area won't be easy, as it induces nightmarish flashes in players due to high PSI radiation. Here's a quick guide to help players get the artifact in the Flare Fragment POI in the Iron Forest without suffering from PSI-radiation flashes.

All NBA 2KTV Episode 1 Answers

Joe Grantham — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:05:12 GMT

2KTV quizzes and VC rewards for correct answers have been a staple of the basketball franchise for well over a decade at this point, and things are no different in NBA 2K27. For those looking to strengthen their MyPlayer or buy packs in MyTeam with over 2000 free VC, below are all the answers for Episode 1 of 2KTV in NBA 2K27.

Best Free Agent Players in NBA 2K27

Mehrdad Khayyat — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:04:44 GMT

Playing a MyGM game is not about winning a season or two. It's about building a franchise that lasts for years to come. So, you need to be quite careful with the trades and deals that you make, while keeping the governor happy with your performance. Every season comes with different situations, a different roster of players, and exciting trades. This year, the trades have been pretty surprising, but there are some great free agent players that you can sign to your team!

The Blood of Dawnwalker Release Date, Time, and Countdown

Nahda Nabiilah — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:00:12 GMT

The Blood of Dawnwalker is coming out on September 2, 2026, at 06:00 PM ET (UTC-4) for PC. Consoles have different release dates, with most places having the game on September 3, 2026, at 12:00 AM local time. However, the US region and some nearby countries will follow at midnight ET (UTC-4) for console release.

How to Beat the Final Boss With Your Bare Hands in How to Fish (Handyman Achievement)

Umama Ali — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:44:27 GMT

Finishing all five islands and taking down their bosses is no easy task, but How to Fish has plenty of achievements for players who want something extra to work toward. One of the trickier ones is Handyman, which asks you to defeat the final boss using only your bare hands. It sounds almost impossible at first, but there’s a simple trick that makes it much easier. Here’s how to complete the Handyman achievement in How to Fish.