Brendan Lowry
Brendan Lowry is a Windows Central writer and Oakland University graduate with a burning passion for video games, of which he's been an avid fan since childhood. He's been writing for Team WC since the summer of 2017, and you'll find him doing news, editorials, reviews, and general coverage on everything gaming, Xbox, and Windows PC. His favorite game of all time is probably NieR: Automata, though Elden Ring, Fallout: New Vegas, and Team Fortress 2 are in the running, too. When he's not writing or gaming, there's a good chance he's either watching an interesting new movie or TV show or actually going outside for once. Follow him on X (Twitter).
Latest articles by Brendan Lowry
Elden Ring DLC requirements: How to access and start Shadow of the Erdtree
By Brendan Lowry last updated
How to Play Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree is finally here, but how do you actually start the DLC? Here's what you need to know.
Elden Ring DLC: All Scadutree Fragment locations and where to find them in Shadow of the Erdtree
By Brendan Lowry published
Collect 'Em All Everywhere you'll find the Elden Ring DLC's most important upgrade material.
Elden Ring DLC: All Revered Spirit Ash locations and where to find them in Shadow of the Erdtree
By Brendan Lowry published
Spiritual Wellness Revered Spirit Ashes are some of the most important items to hunt down in Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC, but where are they? How can you find them? Here's what you need to know.
Elden Ring: Mohg, Lord of Blood location and how to beat
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Blood Loss Ahead! Elden Ring's Mohg, Lord of Blood boss is quite tough, and he's also hidden away in a secret area of the map. Here's how to find and beat him so you can get into the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC.
Elden Ring DLC: What level should you be for Shadow of the Erdtree?
By Brendan Lowry published
Level Up Elden Ring's DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is very difficult. That begs the question: what level should you be? Here's my take.
A sequel to the Soulslike I played most while waiting for Elden Ring's DLC just got announced, and it has a release window
By Brendan Lowry published
Good News One of the best 2023 Soulslikes, Lords of the Fallen, is officially getting a sequel — and developer HEXWORKS has announced a release date window.
Elden Ring 'Shadow of the Erdtree' DLC review: The easiest 10/10 we've ever given.
By Brendan Lowry published
Review The Elden Ring DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is finally here, and it's not just more of the same — it's better. Here's my full review.
Elden Ring best talismans: Best for mages, melee, and more in 1.12
By Brendan Lowry, Michael Hoglund last updated
Builds Perfected There are tons of talismans in Elden Ring, but which ones are the best? Here's a list of our favorites, as well as a breakdown of where you can find each one.
Elden Ring: All 12 Sacred Tear locations and how to find them
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Sacred Tears Improve the effectiveness of your flasks with these special items.
Elden Ring and Shadow of the Erdtree system requirements: Can my PC run this game?
By Brendan Lowry published
PC specs Elden Ring is nearly here, but will you be able to play it on PC with your current hardware? Here's what you need to know about Elden Ring's system requirements.
Elden Ring: 22 easiest Golden Seed locations and where to find them
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Golden Seeds Extra healing and mana replenishment is always helpful.
Elden Ring: All 19 Map Fragment locations and how to find them
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Map fragments Finding Map Fragments in Elden Ring is an important part of exploring, but where can you find them? Where are they located? We have the information you need, young Tarnished.
Elden Ring: How to get Memory Slots and all 8 Memory Stone locations
By Brendan Lowry, Rebecca Spear last updated
Memory Stones Getting more Memory Slots in Elden Ring is important if you're a caster, but how can you do that? Here's what you need to know.
Elden Ring: How to use Incantations
By Brendan Lowry, Jez Corden last updated
Get Casting Elden Ring incantations are incredibly useful and powerful spells, but it's not immediately clear how you can actually cast them. Here's what you need to know about using them.
Elden Ring sorceries vs. incantations: Which spells should you use?
By Brendan Lowry last updated
S vs I Elden Ring features two types of magic. Which one is better?
Elden Ring DLC FAQ: Shadow of the Erdtree release date, price, trailers, and other questions answered
By Brendan Lowry last updated
FAQ Elden Ring's upcoming Shadow of the Erdtree DLC is just a month away, and you'll find answers for all your questions about it here.
Elden Ring: How to duplicate Remembrance for more boss weapons
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Remembrance duplication Elden Ring allows you to duplicate your Remembrance "boss souls," but how does the process work? Here's a quick and simple guide that has all the answers.
Elden Ring co-op: How to summon and play with friends
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Jolly cooperation Co-op is incredibly fun in Elden Ring, but how do you summon other players? How can you play with your friends? Here's what you need to know.
Elden Ring: How to craft items and find crafting recipes
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Craft to survive Become a self-sufficient Tarnished.
Elden Ring: How to customize armor
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Customize armor Elden Ring is the first FromSoftware game to feature armor customization, but how do you actually use this new system? Here's what you need to know.
Best Enshrouded builds: For Wizard, melee Barbarian, Warrior tank, and Ranger for Melodies of the Mire update
By Brendan Lowry, Michael Hoglund last updated
Built Different Here are the best builds you can put together with Enshrouded's many different skills, weapons, and armors.
Elden Ring DLC: Is Shadow of the Erdtree coming to Xbox Game Pass?
By Brendan Lowry published
ER on XGP? Will Elden Ring's long-awaited DLC make it to Game Pass, or will Shadow of the Erdtree miss the service? Here's what you need to know.
Elden Ring: How to respec stats
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Respec If you aren't happy with the stats you've chosen to improve while leveling up in Elden Ring, there's a way you can respec them. Here's how to do it.
Elden Ring dev teases several new features coming with the DLC, including 4 I've wanted since launch and 5 new hairstyles
By Brendan Lowry published
Love to See It Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC goes live next week, and just before it does, the game is getting some big quality-of-life improvements.
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