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• Baptiste Gameplay Trailer

  18-08-2026 14:00 via gamespot.com
  
  Chucky, Annabelle, and other killer dolls have a rival play thing in Baptiste, coming soon to PC and consoles.
  
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• PS6 Is Still A Mystery To Sony, Including When It’s Coming Out

  18-08-2026 14:41 via gamespot.com
  
  The PlayStation 5 console will celebrate the sixth anniversary of its launch in November, but what does the future hold in store for Sony's gaming ambitions? Current expectations are for a PlayStation 6 to eventually hit the market, but when it'll arrive is another question entirely. Analysts can only guess as much, but don't expect Sony's top brass to have answers either.Speaking to the Wall Street Journal, Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki confirmed this, saying that the company
  
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• Sebastian Stan may have confirmed who he's playing in The Batman 2, and it's not Victor Zsasz

  18-08-2026 14:25 via gamesradar.com
  
  After months of speculation, Sebastian Stan has seemingly confirmed who he's playing in The Batman 2, and it's not serial killer Victor Zsaz.Speaking to French Sunday newspaper Le Journal du Dimanche, alongside fellow Fjorde star Renate Reinsve, Stan – totally unprompted – announces that he is playing Harvey Dent (and, presumably, Two-Face as well) in Matt Reeves' secretive superhero sequel. He drops the bombshell news moments after claiming he "can't say anything" about the movie. W
  
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• "Don’t boycott GTA 6," fired Rockstar devs say: "Support our legal battle instead" and "win justice for the people who helped make it"

  18-08-2026 14:11 via gamesradar.com
  
  A group of GTA 6 developers who were controversially let go from Rockstar last year is telling fans not to boycott the game. Rather, lend them your support by purchasing a t-shirt to help fund ongoing legal proceedings.The shirt, which just launched, is available through the Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain, and all proceeds will help the 34 ex-Rockstar devs. But in announcing this merchandise, the workers are making one thing clear: "Don't boycott GTA 6.""Win justice for the people w
  
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• Wonderland codes (August 2026) for Gems

  18-08-2026 14:09 via gamesradar.com
  
  Wonderland codes can give you a helping hand in this adventure, as you explore a creepy park full of surprises. While this place was originally built as a paradise, there are now loud noises and jump scares potentially hiding around every corner, so you'll need to stay strong if you want to survive.The initial promo released gives you a modest amount of free Gems, which is enough to increase your balance but you'll need to earn more of them yourself before you can start buying items to help you
  
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• Baptiste’s New Trailer Proves You Should Never, Ever Trust A Creepy Doll

  18-08-2026 14:00 via gamespot.com
  
  Horror movies have long warned us of the perils of puppets, and that's a vibe you'll explore firsthand in upcoming horror game Baptiste. A vessel for evil--according to the totally scientific research of Annabelle and all those Chucky movies--there's nothing worse than a puppet that has had its switch set to evil. You can discover that terror for yourself in this exclusive new trailer for Baptiste ahead of its eventual release on PC and console.Taking place after a family tragedy, the game is se
  
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• Ex-PlayStation boss doesn't know if Sony killing physical games is "such a big issue" since players need to download patches and extra data anyway

  18-08-2026 13:59 via gamesradar.com
  
  Former PlayStation boss Shuhei Yoshida has shared his thoughts on Sony's decision to stop producing physical discs for new games from 2028 onwards, and he doesn't "understand if it's such a big issue," actually.Sony's announcement last month went down extremely poorly – the uproar from consumers, devs, and publishers alike has been enormous. Despite major concerns about the future of game preservation, ownership, the second-hand game market, and how Sony's decision might influence the like
  
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• New Spider-Man: Brand New Day merch is dropping all the time, here are the 12 pieces I'd swing towards first

  18-08-2026 13:58 via gamesradar.com
  
  12345Shop the collectionShop the collection1MarvelSpider-Man Brand New Day 2026 Rooftop Comic Panel T-Shirt$20.69$22.992Golden LinkSpider-Man Brand New Day Collectible Popcorn Bucket With Fandango Ticket$34.963Workman PublishingSpider-Man Total Universe Hardcover$60.00$80.004LEGOLego Marvel Spider-Man Hero Figure $99.955MarvelSpider-Man: Brand New Day Wisecrackin’ Glow Mask$29.99It's a Spider-Man kinda summer, so of course Marvel's going to make the most of it with a collection of new toys
  
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• Chainsaw Man anime actor weighs in on the manga's divisive ending: "It feels like the appropriate finishing point"

  18-08-2026 13:53 via gamesradar.com
  
  Chainsaw Man anime actor Ryan Colt Levy has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the manga's ending. Earlier this year mangaka Tatsuki Fujimoto released the final chapter of the show's source material, taking Denji's story in an unexpected direction. Veering into the surreal, the manga concluded with Pochita erasing Chainsaw Man from existence, sending the narrative into an alternate reality. The series ends with Porchita and Chainsaw Man back at the beginning of the story, having never met
  
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• Xbox Game Pass Is Losing The Witcher 3 And Several More Games In August

  18-08-2026 13:48 via gamespot.com
  
  Another batch of Xbox Game Pass titles are on their way out at the end of the month, and it looks like the service will be losing some cool, cute, and critically acclaimed games.Listed on the "Leaving Soon" tab on the Xbox mobile app, the list includes the following five games exiting the subscription service on August 31: Another Crab's Treasure, I Am Your Beast, Neon Abyss, One Lonely Outpost, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition. As usual, you can save 20% on these games if you decid
  
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• Spider-Man: Brand New Day artbook shows off the movie's secrets, alternate designs, and how the story was made

  18-08-2026 13:47 via gamesradar.com
  
  If you're still basking in the afterglow of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and are hungry for more from the MCU's resident webslinger, a new behind-the-scenes artbook drops today with early concepts, sketches, and designs showing how the movie's story developed from start to finish.Considering how many characters are included in the runtime (ranging from expected cameos to genuine surprises), and how much the story changed over time, there's a lot to discover in here; it's apparently full of early de
  
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• Zack Snyder's new movie has been 20 years in the making, and the first trailer looks like nothing the Man of Steel director has made before

  18-08-2026 13:28 via gamesradar.com
  
  Zack Snyder has gone full horror in the first teaser for his upcoming movie The Last Photograph. The first look at the new movie looks unlike anything we've seen from the Man of Steel director before, usually best known for his highly stylized and ultra-violent visuals. The Last Photograph looks much more grounded in its first disconcerting teaser, which begins with a sheep hung upside down as blood drips into a bucket. A series of shots follow featuring a man covered in dirt, someone cradling a
  
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• The Batman 2 set photos reveal a battle-damaged Batmobile

  18-08-2026 13:25 via gamesradar.com
  
  It looks like Robert Pattinson's vigilante will run into a bit of trouble in The Batman 2, as a battle-damaged Batmobile has been spotted on set. The leaked image, which has since been posted on Twitter, shows a transporter carrying the Batmobile. The car looks pretty much the same as the Bat's custom muscle car in 2022's The Batman, bar a few minor tweaks. However, the vehicle has a huge dent on the side, seemingly from being crashed into. But not to worry, as also on the truck is another undam
  
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• Avengers: Doomsday collectible features Doctor Doom holding a mysterious device, and fans have theories

  18-08-2026 13:20 via gamesradar.com
  
  Avengers: Doomsday is mere months away, so we're hitting the prime toy-spoilers timeframe. Case in point: a new Doctor Doom collectible features the not-so-good doctor holding a mysterious device, and fans have theories about what the handheld doohickey could be.The collectible from Iron Studios features the now-familiar sight of Doctor Doom sitting on his throne (h/t Brandon Davis). Nothing new there. But direct your eyes towards Doom's right hand, and you'll notice that Doom is clutching a str
  
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• Phantom Blade Zero State of Play bravely leaves comments on, is flooded with PlayStation fans telling Sony "no disc no buy"

  18-08-2026 12:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  Sony left the comments live on yesterday's Phantom Blade Zero State of Play, and the chat was pretty much exactly what you would expect.Back in July, Sony announced it will stop making discs for new games in 2028, which naturally caused uproar within the community of fans who still want to buy physical games. This has been very much targeted, with the likes of a Marvel's Wolverine trailer being bombarded with comments demanding Sony change its mind – as is the case with most trailers on th
  
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• After 44 years, legendary Deus Ex and System Shock developer Warren Spector announces his retirement from game development: "Wouldn't change a thing even if I could"

  18-08-2026 12:43 via gamesradar.com
  
  A titan of the industry is bowing out. Warren Spector, a central creative in several highly influential RPGs and immersive sims, including System Shock, Ultima Underworld, and Deus Ex, has announced he's retiring from game development.He made the announcement on LinkedIn, pinning the choice down to one simple fact: his age. "I'm a month away from my 44th year as a developer," he writes."I've had the chance to work on tabletop roleplaying games and board games. I've worked on more digital games t
  
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• Fields Of Mistria 1.0 – Complete Guide To Fishing

  18-08-2026 12:32 via gamespot.com
  
  Filling out the Museum requires either a lot of luck or a detailed guide to the fish locations in Fields Of Mistria. Fortunately, we can provide one of those, including tips and tricks to get those coveted Legendary Fish. We've also covered Fishing Perks, so you know which ones to pick to get the best results (and make the most money), as well as Bait, Legendary Fish, equipment, Fish Traps, and diving.  In This Article Fishing BasicsLegendary FishUsing Fish Bait and Traps in Fields Of Mistr
  
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• Yes, a 24K gold-plated Supreme Analogue Pocket is absurd, but it isn't for regular Game Boy enjoyers like me

  18-08-2026 12:30 via gamesradar.com
  
  I'm not convinced a 24K gold Supreme Analogue Pocket is what we need while handheld prices spiral. But hey, it's going to be a thing later this year, and while it's bound to aggravate retro enthusiasts who already have beef with the console maker's limited runs and scarcity, the seasonal-drop lovers and fans of the skating brand will be all over this.Set to arrive in both the aforementioned 24K gold-plated and metallic red flavors, the Supreme Analogue Pocket will still be the same best retro ha
  
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• Disney animation boss says "nothing is impossible" when it comes to making a Kingdom Hearts movie

  18-08-2026 12:25 via gamesradar.com
  
  Chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios Jared Bush is giving fans faint hope regarding a Kingdom Hearts movie.When pressed by IGN on whether a Kingdom Hearts movie could happen, Bush replied, "I'd say I am always excited to hear what people are passionate about. We have a very bright future of new projects coming out, different ways of putting material out into the world. I'd just say nothing is impossible."Even without a Kingdom Hearts movie on the horizon, we're currently livin
  
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• This D&D-inspired card game balances big swings with strategy designed to reward smart decisions

  18-08-2026 12:22 via gamesradar.com
  
  Trick-taking games are enjoying a moment in the tabletop space right now, with several top games exploring cooperative trick-taking elements. Typically, trick-taking games are highly dependent on the draw of the cards. Some games have ways to mitigate weak hands, but very few games can totally negate the power of a strong hand. For better or worse, luck remains a key element of the trick-taking genre, no matter what the surrounding rules are. Crits & Tricks doesn’t shy away from the ra
  
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• "Please stop": Skyrim and Fallout 4 players fear the worst as Bethesda has another go at "Creations improvements"

  18-08-2026 12:16 via gamesradar.com
  
  Stop me if you've heard this before, but Bethesda Game Studios is releasing yet another new Creations-related update for Fallout 4 today – and sadly, it looks like Skyrim isn't safe either, as the developer plans to roll one out for its beloved fantastical RPG, too.Bethesda is well-known for its mod-breaking updates, with the Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition itself launching to "Mostly Negative" reviews on Steam thanks to how it… well, broke things left, right, and center last year.
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• Loki star teases possible Avengers: Doomsday cameo, and it's all to do with the Latverian Witch theory

  18-08-2026 12:16 via gamesradar.com
  
  Could Loki star Sophia Di Martino show up in Avengers: Doomsday as a Latverian Witch? Well, that's what the Sylvie actor seems to be teasing on social media.On August 17, Martino posted a cryptic close-up image of her painting on Instagram with the caption "Working on something a bit different." One fan commented, "Latverian Witch?" with an orange heart emoji, asking if the orange paint is hinting at the Loki star possibly returning to the MCU as the orange Latverian witch. That might seem like
  
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• Kingdom Hearts pays tribute to Hayden Panettiere, who "brought warmth, heart, and an unforgettable voice" to Kairi

  18-08-2026 12:15 via gamesradar.com
  
  The official Kingdom Hearts social media accounts have paid tribute to American actor Hayden Panettiere, the voice behind Kairi in the earliest games in the RPG series, after her death at age 36.Panettiere held numerous iconic roles throughout her career, both on screen and in video games. From Princess Dot in A Bug's Life to Kirby Reed in the Scream series, Sam in Until Dawn, and Kairi in Kingdom Hearts 1, 2, and Birth by Sleep (as well as Xion in Dream Drop Distance), she's had a massive impac
  
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• Lanterns is already dropping breadcrumbs for an iconic Batman villain

  18-08-2026 12:04 via gamesradar.com
  
  Lanterns may have only just begun on HBO Max, but the new DC story has already started planting major Easter eggs. In the opening episode, one viewer spotted a tease for an iconic Batman villain lurking in plain sight. Towards the end of the first episode, a poster for Janus Cosmetics can be seen behind John Stewart (Aaron Pierre). Alongside the logo is a picture of a woman's face covered partially by black feathers. Those who know their Batman villains well will recognise the name of Janus Cosm
  
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• Spider-Man originally knocked out Hulk in Brand New Day, but test audiences hated it

  18-08-2026 11:34 via gamesradar.com
  
  A stunt double for the Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day has revealed an alternate ending to Spidey's fight with the mind-controlled Jade Giant.In a now-deleted interview on Scene Wire (and recovered for posterity on Reddit), James Unsworth explains that test audiences weren't keen on the original vision for the set-piece."There were a few other versions that we worked on," Unsworth said. "In some, Spider-Man basically used a Shocker gauntlet to Superman-punch him and knock him out. From what I
  
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• The Sinking City 2 walkthrough Part 1

  18-08-2026 11:12 via gamesradar.com
  
  This Sinking City 2 walkthrough covers the opening area of the game that starts with the objective to Reach the Miskatonic Library Annex and ends with the task to Save the woman at the Devil's Reef Hotel - the entire open city first act. This is a large open area that has you navigating between city locations via water to complete everything Once you've worked your way through this you'll need the Sinking City 2 hospital walkthrough, so let's get started. Once the opening intro is over, you'll b
  
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• Final Fast and Furious movie went through "four sets of writers" to ensure it matched Vin Diesel's vision for the finale

  18-08-2026 11:05 via gamesradar.com
  
  Vin Diesel has shared a long-awaited positive update on Fast Forever, the 11th and final movie in the Fast and Furious franchise. The Dominic Toretto actor and film's executive producer revealed that filming is set to begin in December, almost four years after the release of Fast X."We start shooting in December, if I can make good on the request from the studio," Diesel told Variety. "I’m in a good place, though. I had to go through four sets of writers, four years of development, to get
  
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• Phantom Blade Zero – Gameplay & Story Breakdown | State of Play

  18-08-2026 06:45 via gamespot.com
  
  Get an 18 minute gameplay and story deep dive for Phantom Blade Zero as well as PS5 features in PlayStation's latest State of Play.
  
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• The Stardew Valley-inspired anime RPG that tore through Steam Next Fest is about to gets its 1.0 update with multiplayer and "upgraded" romance

  18-08-2026 02:16 via gamesradar.com
  
  Remember Starsand Island? The impossibly cute anime RPG explicitly inspired by Stardew Valley? It was a huge hit at Steam Next Fest earlier this year and fully captured the hearts of several GamesRadar+ writers, myself included however briefly. Well, it's back with the full 1.0 update, launching out of Steam Early Access on Tuesday, August 18 with a bevy of new and expanded features.Developer Seed Sparke Lab, a name I just adore, revealed the contents of Starsand Island's 1.0 update in a couple
  
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• Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis' new combat is built to "showcase some of the things that Lara used to do" on the PS1

  18-08-2026 00:36 via gamesradar.com
  
  Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis is set to offer us a fresh take on Lara Croft's original adventure, and the devs want to make sure the spirit of that first game remains intact – right down to the often-goofy jumps and somersaults you'd have to do in order to take down enemy wolves and velociraptors while keeping Lara's life bar intact. The devs at Crystal Dynamics and Flying Wild Hog have admirably found a way to keep the acrobatics in Legacy of Atlantis."One of our main gameplay changes t
  
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