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19 August 2026

Feeling restless? Level up your life by starting a side quest

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Feeling restless? Level up your life by starting a side quest

Feeling restless in life? Level up your main quest with an activity that has no other purpose than to add whimsy to your life. Play experts share tips on how to find the perfect side quest. (Image credit: Westend61)

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