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February, 2024
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About Mac Wheeler

Mac is a TheBestWarGames writer, who has been gaming for over 40 years. He mostly plays multiplayer or co-op games, with the same group of friends he has played with online for 25 years.

Favorite Games

Star Wars Galaxies, ELITE: Dangerous, 7 Days To Die, X4 and Stellaris, EVE Online, Star Citizen and XCOM 2. These are all games that I have hundreds or even thousands of hours playing.

Industry Focus

I'm a sci-fi junkie, and specifically space games. If it has spaceships I'm happy. I also have a weakness for zombie survival games.

Proudest Gaming Achievement

Unlocking my Jedi character slot playing Star Wars Galaxies before the CU and NGE updates. 

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Fallout Shelter: Best Stats For Exploring The Wasteland

When sending dwellers out into the wasteland in Fallout Shelter, it's important to load them up with the best stats possible to help them survive.

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The Best Mods For 7 Days To Die

7 Days To Die is a great experience on its own, but these amazing mods really add another dimension to the game.

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Dying Light 2: Every Secret Item & How To Find Them

There are only a handful secret items in Dying Light 2, and be it for bragging rights or functionality, they are worth tracking down.

Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 All Cruisers, Ranked
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: All Cruisers, Ranked

For players trying to build the most complete fleet in Sins of a Solar Empire 2, choosing the best Cruiser for a particular job is essential.

Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 All Capital Ships, Ranked
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: All Capital Ships, Ranked

Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 has a well thought out lineup of capital ships, each with a specific role.

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The Best Borderlands Games For Replayability

The Borderlands franchise helped to define the whole looter shooter genre, with replayability being one of its biggest selling points.

Once Human Best Mods For Power Surge
Once Human: Best Mods For Power Surge

A Power Surge build is very capable in Once Human, but very dependent on the right mix of mods. These are the best for such a build.

Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 All Frigates, Ranked
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: All Frigates, Ranked

Frigates are important fleet units in Sins of a Solar Empire 2, filling specific combat roles such as missle defence and planet bombardment.

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7 Open-World Games That Are Much Bigger Than They Initially Seem
7 Open-World Games That Are Much Bigger Than They Initially Seem

Open-world map design has become a standard in gaming. However, some games are much larger than they first appear.

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6 Most Replayable Borderlands Games, Ranked
5 Most Replayable Borderlands Games, Ranked

Several of the tiles in the Bordlerlands franchise have plenty of long-term replayability. Here are the ones that keep fans coming back.

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Once Human: Best Mods For Shrapnel

There are a number of mods in Once Human that players going for a Shrapnel build will want to try and loot. Here's what to pick.

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Once Human: Best Mods For Sniper

Snipers in Once Human have access to some great weapons and mods to improve them. Here are the best sniper mods for long-range players.

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Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: 7 Best Strategies

There are some key strategies that can give Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 players an advantage.

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Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: 7 Best Real-Time Combat Tips

Real-time combat in Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 requires both strategic and tactical thinking for the best results.

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Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 Best Research To Do First
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: Best Research To Do First

Taking care of some early-game crucial research projects is the best way to get a good start in Sins Of A Solar Empire 2.

Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 All Playable Factions Explained
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: All Playable Factions Explained

Choosing a playable faction in Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 will directly impact how the player tackles the game. Here's a breakdown of each of them.

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Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 All Gameplay Settings Explained
Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: All Gameplay Settings, Explained

There are several gameplay options for Sins Of A Solar Empire 2, and it is important to know what each of them does.

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Sins Of A Solar Empire 2: Best Planetary Infrastructure To Build First

Getting a good start in Sins Of A Solar Empire 2 means building the right infrastructure at the right time.

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Once Human: 7 Hardest Fish To Catch

Fishing in Once Human requires patience, smart use of bait, and clever location scouting. Even then, some fish still make for a rare catch.

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Once Human: 7 Hardest Animals To Tame

Taming animals is a trial of patience in Once Human, and even the smallest quarry can pose a serious challenge.

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