About Shailyn Cotten
Shailyn lives in Upstate New York in a spooky old house with her partner, a pup, and three cuddly cats. Before becoming a Game List Writer with TheGamer, Shailyn wrote entertainment listicles for Odyssey Online and TV recaps of SyFy shows for The Fandomentals. With a sweet spot for games that thread the line between wholesome and eerie, she aspires to create a safe space for other LGBTQIA+ gamers in her Twitch community. You can find her streaming cozy or creepy games at www.twitch.tv/vvitcheri
Latest Articles
Stardew Valley: Every Secret Statue And Where To Find It
Stardew Valley is a dense game packed full of secrets. Secret Statues are obtainable through some hidden means; here's how to find them all.
Stardew Valley: Rarest Events, Ranked
Pelican Town is full of rare events, but these are the rarest of them all.
The Best Games To Play On A Laptop
If you have access to a laptop, even if it's not top-of-the-range, you can play some of the best laptop games!
Stardew Valley: The Best Traveling Cart Items To Purchase
The Traveling Cart shows up on Fridays and Sundays, offering tons of unique and great items for sale.
15 Best MMORPGs For Solo Players
These MMORPGs feature vibrant and well-populated living worlds, but they're still very solo-friendly!
6 Things That Make No Sense In New World
There is certainly a lot that makes absolutely no sense about Amazon's MMORPG, New World.
8 Ways To Make Money In New World
In New World, you'll soon need plenty of money - here are the best ways to earn some coin.
The 23 Best Idle Games For iPhone And Android
If you're looking for a low-effort game to play in the background on your mobile phone, here are the best to try.
Lost Ark: Return Trip Quest Walkthrough
Here's how to complete Lost Ark's Return Trip quest so you can unlock Rapport NPC Lenora.
19 Best Cooking Games For Android And iPhone
If you want to learn how to cook on the go and enjoy doing it, pick up one of these games!
11 Extremely Satisfying Cleaning Games
There's something ineffably satisfying about cleaning up grime, and these are the best games for scratching that itch.
Best Party Games On PS4
These PS4 party games are playable in groups of varying numbers and add some fun to any co-op experience.
14 Spooky Visual Novels To Get You In The Halloween Mood
Visual Novels make for some engaging story experience, and there are some that offer spooky atmospheres perfect for Halloween.
Cats & Soup: Beginner Tips
Learn how to have the best working kitties in the world with our Cats & Soup Beginner's Guide!
18 Best Magic Systems In RPGs, Ranked
Casting magic in games is always fun, but some games nail it more than others. Here are the best casting mechanics in RPGs.
10 Things That Make No Sense In It Takes Two
Though It Takes Two features a silly premise, there are parts of the game that just make no sense.
10 Things We Wish We Knew Before Starting Eastward
Before setting off on the delightful journey that is Eastward, new players should know a few handy tips and tricks first.
11 Games That Let You Craft Potions
Grab those plants and get mixing - these are the best games that let you create concoctions.