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• WoW One-Button Rotation Tool Will Basically Play The Game For You

  30-04-2025 21:37
  
  Blizzard continues to bake features and capabilities into World of Warcraft previously relegated to third-party add-ons, but it's going a step further with the newly announced Rotation Assist option coming in the MMORPG's next patch.As announced by WoW game director Ion Hazzikostas in a new episode of the WoWCast, the new optional UI feature is coming as part of WoW's 11.1.7 update. It will make it so the game's UI will display which ability a player should use next to deal optimal damage, mimic
  
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• Why VR Games Are Going F2P Fast

  20-12-2025 11:28 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  There's a growing trend in VR that games are going F2P. Is this a good thing, or is it killing off titles in this niche industry?
  
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• PS5 Outsells Xbox 360

  20-12-2025 10:25 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  Breaking down sales by region, the PS5 has sold an estimated 30.58 million units in North America, 30.44 million units in Europe, 7.22 million units in Japan, and 17.89 million units in the rest of the world.
  
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• Lumines Arise Review - Twisted Voxel

  20-12-2025 09:12 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  Lumines Arise successfully refines a proven formula with thoughtful mechanical additions, exceptional audiovisual design, and a wealth of modes, though HDR support is sorely missed.
  
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• Fly With Us in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 from Auckland to Christchurch

  20-12-2025 08:53 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  New Zealand is certainly a very scenic country, so it's time to explore it from above in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
  
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• Nex Playground Boss Says The Console Solves The Wii "Problem"

  20-12-2025 03:05
  
  While Sony and Nintendo have expanded their lead over Xbox, a dark horse console had a very strong showing in third place in November. The Nex Playground has emerged as a breakout hit, and CEO David Lee believes that one of the reasons why its been so successful is because the console has solved the Wii "problem."Nearly two decades ago, the Wii powered Nintendo's post-GameCube comeback with its motion controls and unique games. Lee argues that the scope of Wii's success made it difficult to sust
  
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• Save Up To 25% On The Akira Manga Hardcover Edition

  20-12-2025 02:20
  
  Akira Hardcover CollectionSave Up To 25% See all volumes at AmazonAny list gathering up the best that anime has to offer will inevitably include Akira, and for good reason. The 1988 movie raised the bar for film animation and is widely credited with introducing mainstream audiences outside Japan to the medium. However, the anime adaptation is only part of the tale. Like innumerable other anime projects, Akira is adapted from a much longer--though lesser-known--manga series. While the Akira mang
  
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• Update on the Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Release of R-Type Dimensions

  20-12-2025 02:11 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  ININ Games: "Were happy to share a positive update regarding the Nintendo Switch 2 version of R-Type Dimensions III.There is no better timing: Two days ago Nintendo announced two new smaller cartridge sizes for Nintendo Switch 2. This allows us to recalculate production in a way that wasnt possible before. As a result, weve made the following decision:The entire European and US production of R-Type Dimensions III for Nintendo Switch 2 will be released on a full physical cartridge."
  
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• Become A Pokemon Professor With The Upcoming Pokecology Guidebook

  20-12-2025 01:02
  
  Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology$15 | Releases April 21, 2026 Preorder at AmazonHave you ever dreamed of being a Pokemon researcher? If so, you'll need to do some studying to become a bonafide expert in the field of pocket monsters, and that's where this informative book comes into play. Pokecology: An Illustrated Guide to Pokemon Ecology is an official book that explores the habitats of the famous monsters, and you can add it to your list of study materials for just $15 ahea
  
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• This Magnetic Puzzle Is A Perfect Last-Minute Stocking Stuffer

  20-12-2025 00:47
  
  TOSY Magnet Pyramid Stone$22.76 (was $30) See at AmazonIt's down to the wire, and if you're looking to do some last-minute holiday shopping, we've got a great option for you. For a limited time, TOSY's wildly popular Magnet Pyramid Stone is on sale for just $22.76 (was $30) on Amazon, and is a perfect stocking stuffer to pick up if you're cutting it close with your gift-getting this year. You can create a seemingly endless number of shapes with it (the brand claims "one billion" of them), makin
  
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• The Stray Kids Are Coming To Roblox

  20-12-2025 00:39
  
  The South Korean band Stray Kids is coming to Roblox today, and they'll be unleashing the SKZOO from now and through the weekend while promoting their new album, Do It. As seen in the clips below, Stray Kids' anthropomorphic avatars will be performing their songs in-game as virtual concerts.@robloxkr 스테이 소리 질러! 🗣️ SKZOO가 The Block을 찢으러 옴 🔥 12월 19일~21일 딱 3&
  
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• Amazon Just Dropped An Exclusive '80s Film 4K Blu-Ray Bundle

  20-12-2025 00:30
  
  Totally Awesome 80s Box Set (4K)$55 See at AmazonIt's the most festive time of the year, and if you're looking to do some last-minute gift-shopping, what's better than a bundle of classic '80s action movies? Available exclusively on Amazon, cinephiles--or shoppers looking to get something for their dad--can grab the Totally Awesome 80s 4K Blu-ray bundle. The collection, which launched just a few days ago on December 16, includes 4K Blu-ray editions of five acclaimed 1980s films, plus bonus mate
  
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• Avatar: The Last Airbender MTG Beginner Box Is Only $27 At Amazon

  20-12-2025 00:22
  
  MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender Beginner Box$27 (was $35) See at Amazon MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender Play Booster Box$135 (was $209.70) See at Amazon MTG Avatar: The Last Airbender Collector Booster Box$375 (was $455.88) See at Amazon Avatar: The Last Airbender fans and Magic: The Gathering collectors can save big on several products from the franchise's recently released Universes Beyond MTG set. All three booster boxes are steeply discounted. The Play Booster Box, which has 30 packs with 14
  
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• Aerosurfer Meta Quest Takes to the Skies

  19-12-2025 23:31 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  Aerosurfer is available now on Meta Quest, designed around precision flying and time-trial competition.
  
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• Pokemon TCG Mega Charizard Ultra-Premium Collection Drops To $140 At Amazon

  19-12-2025 23:05
  
  Pokemon TCG: Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection$140 (was $250) See at Amazon Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection$74.89 See at Amazon Amazon has dropped the price of the Pokemon Trading Card Game's latest Ultra-Premium Collection. After initially restocking the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection with a $165 asking price, Amazon is now selling the large collection of boosters and promo cards for $140. The Mega Charizard X ex Ultra-Premium Collection had sold for as high as $25
  
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• Amazon Lightning Deal: Donkey Kong Bananza Amiibo Gets Big Price Cut

  19-12-2025 22:43
  
  Donkey Kong and Pauline Amiibo$20 (was $30) Get deal at AmazonDonkey Kong fans can grab the Donkey Kong Bananza Amiibo for $20 (was $30) at Amazon right now. This is a Lightning Deal with limited quantities. At the time of writing, over 20% of the available Donkey Kong and Pauline Amiibo figures have been claimed. Amazon also has deals on two Amiibo figures that launched alongside the Nintendo Switch 2: Yunobo from The Legend of Zelda and Jamie from Street Fighter 6 are available for $8 each. M
  
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• Steam: Players Spent Only 14% of Their Time on Games Released in 2025, Preferring Older Titles

  19-12-2025 22:35 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  Steam Replay 2025 shows players spent only 14% of their gaming time on new 2025 releases, choosing older games instead.
  
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• Nintendo Might Change The Switch 2 Feature Players Complain About Most

  19-12-2025 21:40
  
  A sizeable portion of Nintendo Switch 2 players have been very vocal about their opposition to Game-Key Cards that allow players to digitally download a game rather than including it on a cartridge. But there's at least one publisher that's taken this criticism to heart by switching gears from This may be a welcome development for Nintendo Switch 2 players who hate Game-Key Cards back to cartridges, thanks to the new size options offered by Nintendo.Inin Games shared the news that its upcoming U
  
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• Arcade1Up Classic Special Edition Mortal Kombat Cabinet Gets First Discount

  19-12-2025 21:16
  
  Arcade1Up Classic Special Edition Arcade CabinetsSave $50 on Mortal Kombat II, Pac-Man, and Ms. Pac-Man machines.See at Amazon See at Walmart Amazon has expanded its awesome sale on Arcade1Up machines to include the Mortal Kombat II Classic Special Edition for $284 (was $334). The Mortal Kombat II deal joins existing deals on the Pac-Man and Ms. Pac-Man models, which are on sale for the price. To sweeten the deal, the retailer has dropped the price of the official Arcade1Up Classic SE Riser to o
  
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• Starfield's Second DLC Reportedly Pushed Back Because Of GTA 6 Delay

  19-12-2025 21:07
  
  It's lonely out in space, especially if you're a Starfield player waiting for any word about the next major update coming to the game. Bethesda's space-based game will receive an additional story DLC, it's just a matter of when. Now, a new report suggests that the delay of Grand Theft Auto 6 played a role in Bethesda's decision to push back its next Starfield chapter.According to Windows Central, Bethesda "felt more comfortable" about pushing Starfield's second DLC to the first half of 2026 beca
  
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• Witcher 4 Dev Is Says AI Can Unlock "Meaningful" Benefits

  19-12-2025 19:50
  
  The Witcher and Cyberpunk developer CD Projekt Red is the latest company to sound off on the use of AI in gaming. During CD Projekt Red's latest earnings briefing, Joint CEO Michał Nowakowski said there are "meaningful" and "real" benefits to using the technology.The company is already implementing such technologies "mainly in the productivity areas" and so far that's where the "largest benefits" have stemmed from, he explained, as reported by GamesRadar. A developer won't be able to use AI
  
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• Bravely Default Nintendo Switch 2 Remaster Gets First Discount At Amazon

  19-12-2025 19:28
  
  Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster$30 (was $40) | Limited-time deal Get deal at Amazon Bravely Default Flying Fairy HD Remaster flew under the radar when it released exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 as a launch title in June. If you're a fan of traditional turn-based RPGs made by Square Enix, we'd highly recommend checking it out--especially now that it has received its first discount. Amazon Prime members can get Bravely Default HD Remaster for $30 (was $40). This is a limited-time Ligh
  
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• Hogwarts Legacy Passes 40 Million Units Sold

  19-12-2025 19:13 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  This is interesting considering they canned the planned DLC and Netflix said they did not even consider the gaming division an asset when evaluating the company.
  
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• PS5 Leads, NS2 Tracks Ahead of NS1 - Worldwide Hardware Estimates for November 2025

  19-12-2025 19:04 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console worldwide with 3,734,450 units sold for November 2025, according to VGChartz estimates. The PS5 has sold 86.27 million units lifetime.The Nintendo Switch 2 was the second best-selling console, with an estimated 1,799,613 units sold, to bring lifetime sales to 12.48 million units. The Nintendo Switch 1 was the third best-selling console, with an estimated 358,644 units sold, to bring lifetime sales to 152.71 million units. The Xbox Series X|S came in
  
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• 007: First Light Knows The Key Ingredient To A Great James Bond Adventure

  19-12-2025 18:58
  
  IO Interactive has been telling the story of Agent 47 for 25 years now, but soon the Hitman studio is about to embark on a new journey, with a character steeped in even more history. 007: First Light looks to take a new approach to James Bond by digging into his early life as an agent, while meeting some unique and colorful characters along the way.At The Game Awards, the game's first villain--the pirate king Bawma--was revealed, along with confirmation that actor and musician Lenny Kravitz will
  
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• How To Use The Mission Creator In GTA Online

  19-12-2025 18:53
  
  The Safehouse in the Hills update has finally been released in GTA Online, and there are a few major highlights. Naturally, most players will gravitate to either buying a mansion or the fresh set of missions, including the new Michael mission. However, perhaps the most exciting piece of content in the update is the Mission Creator.This feature is revolutionary for GTA Online, and also likely gives us a glimpse into what Rockstar Games has planned for Grand Theft Auto 6. But what exactly makes th
  
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• Here Is What's Next For Battlefield 6 In 2026

  19-12-2025 18:47
  
  As the studio prepares to wind down for the upcoming holiday, Battlefield 6's developer team shared some insight on what players can expect from the shooter's multiplayer and Redsec battle royale in 2026.The developer's latest social media post detailed that the studio will work to "refine core gameplay, balance, and quality-of-life improvements across multiplayer, Redsec, and Portal."As to be expected with seasonal content, new maps and weapons are planned for Battlefield 6. The studio says thi
  
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• What Happened to Star Wars: Squadrons?

  19-12-2025 18:44 via newsboiler-www-website.azurewebsites.net
  Star Wars: Squadrons launched as a focused space combat gameso why did support end so quickly? Heres what really happened.
  
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• Fortnite Responds To The Grinch Hating On The Game

  19-12-2025 18:38
  
  Christmas is around the corner and one of Universal Studios' biggest attractions is the meet-and-greet with The Grinch. Meeting Whoville's Christmas curmudgeon can take up to over five hours with the lines, but with social interactions going viral, it's hard not to resist a photo and a few minutes with the beloved monster.The interactions are fairly quick; you can maybe get a quick question in, and then the photo, and be on your way. Fortnite creative developer Immature asked Mr. Grinch if he pl
  
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• The Epic Games Store Is Giving Away Free Games Every Day: Here's What You Can Get Today

  19-12-2025 18:37
  
  The Epic Games Store continues to give away a free game each week, and this week is another nice find with a price that can't be beaten. Every Thursday at 8 AM PT / 11 AM ET, Epic offers at least one free PC game (and sometimes even as many as two or three). All you need to do to claim the free games is create a free Epic account and enable two-factor authentication. You have a week to add the freebies to your library before the new one(s) take their place. At this point, Epic has given away hun
  
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