The New York Times Connections puzzle #577, for January 8th, 2025, presents a challenging word grouping exercise. Sixteen words must be categorized into four groups based on shared characteristics. This article provides hints, clues, and the complete solution to help you conquer this brain teaser.

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Final Fantasy XIV Suspends Housing Demolitions Due to LA Wildfires Square Enix has temporarily halted automatic housing demolitions in Final Fantasy XIV on North American servers due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. This affects players on the Aether, Primal, Crystal, and Dynamis data cente

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Exciting news for Nekopara fans! A new installment in the beloved series, Nekopara Sekai Connect, is on the horizon. Good Smile Company and Neko Works have joined forces to bring this latest adventure to life. Launching in Spring 2026 on Android, iOS, and PC (via Steam), Nekopara Sekai Connect wil

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

With Sony's PC release of Spider-Man 2 looming, fans are eagerly awaiting more details. While a January 30, 2025 release date is confirmed, Insomniac Games remains tight-lipped on key specifications, a surprising silence given the PS5 version's massive 2023 success. Crucially, minimum and recommend

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon is leaving Netflix Games. Developer Yacht Club Games announced the news, stating they are exploring other distribution options. The game will remain available on Steam, Switch, and PlayStation 4. This follows the recent positive news of Squid Game: Unleashed becoming f

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 1's Battle Pass offers a wealth of unlockable content, but one attachment stands out: the Dragon's Breath. This guide shows you how to obtain this coveted shotgun upgrade. Unlocking the Dragon's Breath in Black Ops 6 A CoD classic, the Dragon's Breath attachment equ

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

With the new year just around the corner, GSC Game World has shared its plans and promises for 2025, including updates for its popular S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise. The team is continuing to refine S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, recently releasing a significant patch (1.1) that addressed over 1,8

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

The Pocket Gamer Awards 2024 winners are finally here, following two months of nominations and public voting! While some anticipated titles took the crown, a few surprising victors emerged, highlighting the exceptional quality of mobile gaming this year. This year's awards represent a significant m

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Eterspire, the indie-developed mobile MMORPG, is getting a festive Christmas update! Get ready to explore the hub town, Stonehollow, decked out in holiday cheer. This isn't just tinsel and twinkling lights; the update also introduces a scorching new desert region: Alcalaga. Explore ancient temples

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025

Embark on a survival city-building adventure in Pocket Tales, the new mobile game from Azur Interactive, now available on Android and iOS! Find yourself stranded in a mysterious mobile world, where you must lead a group of survivors to build a thriving city and ultimately find a way home. Each surv

by Jane Austen Jan 21,2025