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Billy Givens

Billy Givens

Gaming Writer

Billy Givens is a freelance writer with over a decade of experience writing gaming, film, and tech content. He started as a youngster inspired by the writers in beloved gaming magazines like EGM, Nintendo Power, and PC Gamer, promising he'd follow in their footsteps when he was older. While life has thrown curveballs his way, he kept that promise and fought for a path through the challenging world of gaming journalism. Now, he's proud to say you can find his work here on Digital Trends, as well as spots like IGN, GameSpot, Tom's Guide, and more.

Billy is posted up in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife, son, and three-legged cat, Juno--the latter of which is pawsitively purrfect just the way she is (and he feels no shame in using those puns). When he's not pounding his fingers on a keyboard writing guides and reviews, he can be found writing and recording music, enjoying nature walks, and drinking too much coffee.

A constant drip feed of platformers and Soulslike games are required to keep Billy happy. Make more of them. Send them to him. More. MORE!

 

Split Fiction swing section

How to get the A Friendly Push achievement in Split Fiction

To get every trophy or achievement in Split Fiction, you'll need to get pushed on a cute little swing early in your adventure. Here's where to find it.
A PS5 Pro sits on a table with a DualSense.

The best PS5 Pro games for 2025

The PS5 Pro is a powerful piece of hardware that can improve visuals and performance in some great games. Here are the best games to show you everything it can do.
Key art for SMITE 2.

All Smite 2 relics and when to pick them

Relics can sometimes be the key to avoiding major damage or positioning yourself for an important game-changing kill. Here's what you need to know about them.
A PS5 standing on a table, with purple lights around it.

How to delete users on PS5

If you have multiple users on your PS5, you may occasionally need to remove one that isn't being used anymore. Here's how you can delete users on PS5.
Playstation 5 system and DualSense controller.

How to change the language on your PS5

Whether you're bilingual, or perhaps need to change the language of a PS5 you've received from someone, it's a quick and easy process. Here's how to do it.
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How to turn on closed captions on PS5

Whether you need them for accessibility purposes, or you simply like to have them on to help you follow along, here's how to turn on closed captions on PS5.
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How to change your avatar on PS5

Your PlayStation 5 avatar can give other players a little insight into what type of games you like, or even offer them a small glimpse at your personality.
Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong in Donkey Kong Country Returns HD key art.

How to unlock the secret Cloud world in Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

You'll have to put a lot of work into Donkey Kong Country Returns HD to unlock its secret world, but it's worth the effort if full completion is your goal.
Sony PlayStation Portal

The best PlayStation Portal accessories

The PlayStation Portal is a great way to play your games when away from the television, and these handy accessories will only improve that experience further!
PlayStation Portal bundle home screen while turned on.

How to connect a PlayStation Portal to your PS5

Connecting your PlayStation Portal to your PS5 only takes a few minutes and shouldn't pose too many challenges. Here's how to get it all up and running.
Astro's Playroom booting up on the PlayStation Portal.

How to factory reset a PlayStation Portal

The PlayStation Portal is an exceptional handheld, but if you're looking to reset yours (whether to sell it, or for any reason at all, really), here's how.
PlayStation Portal bundle home screen while turned on.

PlayStation Portal tips: 5 settings to adjust right away

The PlayStation Portal provides a fantastic way to play your PS5 games in a handheld format. Here are some tips for making the most of that experience.
Key art for SMITE 2.

Smite 2 roles, explained

Each role in Smite 2 has a purpose in a match, ensuring everyone has a unique part in how the game plays out. Here's what you need to know about each role.
A lineup of gods in Smite 2.

How to get Smite 2 Founder’s Series Twitch drops for free

If you're a Smite 2 fan wanting to keep up with all of the newest profile and character cosmetics, you won't want to miss any of these cool Twitch drops.
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How to get the Santa Dress in Stellar Blade

There are already plenty of cool cosmetics in Stellar Blade, but if you're feeling particularly festive this year, you'll want to track down the Santa Dress.
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Nintendo Switch Year in Review 2024 is live: Here’s how to see your stats

Are you curious about how you spent your time on the Nintendo Switch this year? If so, you'll want to check out your Year in Review 2023. Here's how to do it.
Key art for Nikoderiko.

Astro Bot wasn’t 2024’s only great platformer. Try these 5 underrated gems

With all eyes understandably on Astro Bot late in the year, platformer fans may have overlooked some of 2024's best offerings. Here are 5 you may have missed.
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Xbox Year in Review 2024 is live: here’s how to see your stats

Xbox Wrapped is now live. If you'd like to see how you fared this year, we'll tell you what you need to know about checking out all of your stats.
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Why I kept coming back to Final Fantasy XIV in 2024

In 2024, Final Fantasy XIV reminded us why it's still the undisputed king of MMOs.
Max Caulfield

How to fix all paintings in Life is Strange: Double Exposure

Early in Life is Strange: Double Exposure, you can find and fix some paintings in the bar to earn a trophy or achievement. Here's where to find them all.
A motorcycle jumps over a car in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 review: thrilling campaign helps the series rank up

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 shocks and awes with a killer globe-trotting campaign, but its multiplayer remains the mixed bag we've come to expect year after year.
PS5 Dual Sense controller on a dark background.

How to turn off the DualSense controller speaker on PS5

The speaker on the PS5's DualSense controller can be immersive in some cases, but if it's becoming an annoyance for you, just turn it off using these steps.
The main character in an anime cutscene for Metaphor: ReFantazio.

How to kill the Nord Mines dragon in Metaphor: ReFantazio (and why you should)

You may be inclined to sneak around this early-game boss, but we'd highly recommend you stand your ground and fight it instead. Here's what you need to know.
Batman stands in front of a bat shadow in Batman: Arkham Shadow.

Is Batman: Arkham Shadow coming to PSVR2?

Batman: Arkham Shadow is a continuation of the caped crusader's most popular game franchise, but will you be able to play it on the PSVR2? Let's find out.
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How to remap and customize controller buttons on PS5

Whether it's for accessibility reasons or you simply prefer your buttons to be mapped differently, you can completely customize your button layout on PS5.
The Playstation 5 system standing upright.

How to view all purchased games on PS5

All of your purchased games are hidden away just a bit off the main menu on the PS5. We'll tell you where you can find and download them whenever you'd like.
A person holds up a PS5 controller.

How to turn off PS5 controllers automatically

Sometimes you may walk away from your console for a bit and forget to turn off your controller, but some built-in power savings settings can come to the rescue.
A knight with a gun in a burning square.

How to start The Dark Horizon DLC in Remnant 2

The third DLC drop for Remnant 2 brings a new area to explore and a new archetype to find. Here's how to get started working through The Dark Horizon DLC.
Mario throws his hat, Cappy, while exploring New Dunk City

The Nintendo Switch games with the best graphics

The Switch may not be the most powerful console, but some games make great use of what it offers. Here are the top Switch games with the best graphics.
A knight with a large sword prepares to stab a dragon in Lords of the Fallen.

Is Lords of the Fallen cross-platform?

Lords of the Fallen is challenging, so you may want to invite some friends along. But can they join if they're on other platforms? We've got the answer.
The cover art for Minecraft.

Is Minecraft cross-platform?

If you're curious if you can play one of the world's most popular games online with friends on another platform, we've got the answer for you right here.
Astro Bot rides on a PS5 controller.

Astro Bot tips and tricks: 8 things to know to get started

Astro Bot is a very accessible game, but we've still got a handful of tips that we hope will make your time with this breezy platformer even more enjoyable.
Minthara in Baldur's Gate 3.

Is Baldur’s Gate 3 coming to Switch?

Baldur's Gate 3 has been a massive success for every platform it's released on, but will the popular CRPG make its way to Nintendo Switch at some point?
A soldier squats in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 key art.

All Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta rewards

You can earn a variety of rewards by playing the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 beta. We've compiled a list of everything you can unlock and how to do so here.