As a fan of ancient history, videogames have long been my favorite way to explore long-dead worlds. Sailing the Aegean and running around Athens in Assassins Creed Odyssey transported me back more than 2,000 years. Watching empires rise and fall in Civilization gave me an eye for conflict. Even The Forgotten City embraces its Roman heritage with open arms. Speaking of, city builder Pompeii: The Legacy is a historical game I'm incredibly excited for. Best of all, developer Siscia Games has finally revealed its Steam Early Access launch date, and its here very soon. Continue reading Roman Cities Skylines rival Pompeii The Legacy twists history and it's here soonMORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best strategy games, Best city building games, Best simulation games

How to Mix Up a Signature Summer Cocktail Based on Your Go-To Classic Drink Think back to summer vacations you took as a kid: What flavors remind you of this leisurely season? Perhaps a wedge of juicy watermelon, buttery corn on the cob, melty ice cream, or a refreshing glass of lemonade? As adults, those seasonal classics serve up nostalgic flavors—and we’re delighted to add refreshing...

These 9 Cushy Patio Furniture Pieces Won’t Fade, and They’re Up to 79% Off If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. 9 Fade-Resistant Daybeds, Sofas, and More Patio Furniture Finds, Up to 79% Off Our top picks feature durable Sunbrella fabric. Published on July 20, 2025 07:00AM EDT Credit: Better Homes & Gardens / Wayfair Nothing ruins the vibe of a beautiful...

This 40%-Off Cooling Quilt Is Better Than a Comforter for Keeping Sleepers Sweat-Free in the Summer If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. I Went Shopping for a New Comforter, but Found This On-Sale Cooling Quilt That Keeps Sleepers Sweat-Free Instead It’s so much better than the comforter I was originally looking for. Published on July 20, 2025 06:00AM EDT This...

Is Ironing a Dying House Chore? These Everyday Alternatives Are Taking Over In 2013, the game Monopoly retired the iron token after voters eliminated it in an online poll. (A cat replaced it.) In a way, this sounded the death knell for ironing. “Time consuming,” “A nightmare,” and “Life’s too short!” are just some of the reasons people say they decided to ditch ironing. But there are forces...

My Mom's Secret Baking Hack Instantly Upgrades Any (Yes, Any) Cookie Recipe Everything she makes is always a hit. Published on July 19, 2025 Credit: Grant Webster Try MyRecipes, our digital recipe box to stash and organize all your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes. My love for baking came from growing up watching and helping my mom in the kitchen. We love to create...

7 Hassle-Free ALDI Snacks to Toss in Your Beach Bag—No Cooler Required Whether you're packing for a beach weekend or venturing out for an impromptu lake day, there's one thing you don’t want to forget: snacks. And when your cooler is already packed with drinks—or you’re skipping one altogether—shelf-stable, heat-proof options become the MVPs of your beach bag. We combed through the latest...

These 6 Items Are Attracting Ticks to Your Yard—Here's What to Remove Now There are many things to love about summer, but the resurgence of ticks every year isn't one of them. While you can't completely avoid ticks when spending time outside, there are certain items you can remove from your yard to make it less appealing to them. Just like humans, ticks look for certain characteristics before...

Quick and Flavorful: Blackstone Philly Cheesesteaks Are Ready in Less Than 30 Minutes Hamburgers and hot dogs are always a great choice for a cookout, but when I want something a little more exciting, I turn to Philly Cheesesteaks. Making Philly Cheesesteaks on the Blackstone is an easy way to get dinner on the table fast—like less than 30 minutes fast. All you have to do is throw sliced steak,...

Sizzle Up These Blackstone Steak Fajitas for a Quick and Flavorful Summer Dinner Try MyRecipes, our digital recipe box to stash and organize all your favorite Better Homes & Gardens recipes. Whether you're a new or seasoned owner of a Blackstone, it's always good to have some easy dinner recipes to rely on. Enter these Blackstone fajitas. The simple combination of sliced flank steak,...