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Olly Smith is a writer based in Manchester, UK. He frequently covers guides and news across a variety of genres, with his biggest interests being shooters, puzzle games, and RPGs

Latest articles by Olly Smith

How to heal units in Civilization 7

By Olly Smith published 12 February 25

Keeping your Civ 7 army fully healed is useful during times of war

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How Civilization 7 diplomacy works

By Olly Smith published 12 February 25

Using diplomacy in Civilization 7 brings powerful benefits if you have the Influence

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How to trade in Civilization 7

By Olly Smith published 11 February 25

Trading in Civ 7 requires using merchants to form trade routes, and here's how to do it

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Civilization 7 tips and tricks to build your empire

By Olly Smith published 10 February 25

Follow these Civ 7 tips and tricks to lead your civilization through the first age to thrive in the future

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The best Helldivers 2 weapons and tier list

By Joel Franey last updated 6 February 25

Guide Our Helldivers 2 weapon tier list ranks every gun from every warbond and more

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Best STALKER 2 weapons for the early game

By Olly Smith last updated 20 December 24

Guide The guns you need in the opening hours of STALKER 2 Heart of Chornobyl

Guide

Where to find the Fast Recon Vehicle in Helldivers 2

By Olly Smith published 15 December 24

Guide

The Helldivers 2 Illuminate faction and how to beat them

By Joel Franey, Olly Smith last updated 13 December 24

Guide The Illuminate faction in HD2, aka the Squids, is finally here, as part of Omens of Tyranny

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The best armor in Helldivers 2 and how it works

By Will Sawyer last updated 1 November 24

Guide Armor in Helldivers 2 offers different perks and levels of protection to help you in battle

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