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• Highguard Devs Will Break Silence With Launch-Day Stream

  23-01-2026 20:33
  
  Geoff Keighley's The Game Awards wrapped up on December 11, 2025, with a strange "one more thing" announcement: Highguard, the free-to-play PvP raid shooter that launches in just a few days. It has been six weeks since then, though, and developer Wildlight Entertainment went radio silent ... until now. The studio finally posted on social media on January 23, revealing that a livestream will fully detail the game on January 26, the same day Highguard arrives on consoles and PC.As the studio annou
  
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• This Week: Xbox Developer Direct + MASSIVE Ubisoft Shake Up | Kurt & Lucy Gotcha Covered

  24-01-2026 18:00
  
  This week Kurt and Lucy gotcha covered on the big reveals from the Xbox Developer Direct, Ubisoft's many cancelations and delays, rumors of a Switch 2 price increase, and more.Email your letters to [email protected] out the audio version: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4S5mfmLES0ubhj5xcDZJni RSS Feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/6752166/episodes/feedTimestamps:00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Xbox Developer Direct 12:43 - Ubisoft's Major Company Reset 21:27 - Marathon Get's A Relea
  
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• Check Out These Slick Chess Sets Based On Popular Video Games, Comics, And Movies

  24-01-2026 01:45
  
  Chess, one of the best tabletop games, has experienced a surge in popularity over the last couple of years. Fans of the game don't have to settle for a classically inspired chessboard either, as you can pick up several themed sets. The Noble Collection has made a name for itself in this space by producing several officially licensed chess sets, including its latest release, The Batman Chess Set: The Dark Knight vs The Joker.This chessboard and pieces are designed to capture the spirit of the Ca
  
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• Score A Limited-Time Deal On This Sonic the Hedgehog Arcade Machine

  24-01-2026 00:30
  
  My Arcade Sonic The Hedgehog Mighty Player$85.89 (was $120) See at AmazonA traditional arcade cabinet can be quite expensive, but for something cute and compact, you'll want to check out this Sonic the Hedgehog Mighty Player from My Arcade. The little cabinet is on sale at Amazon for a limited time, and you can pick one up for just $85.89 (was $120).My Arcade Sonic The Hedgehog Mighty Player$85.89 (was $120)Officially licensed by Sega, the mini Sonic arcade cabinet features a 3.5-inch color dis
  
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• The Future of Ubisoft Looks Bleak

  24-01-2026 00:19
  
  Ubisoft is making some sweeping changes, from cancelling games like the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake to delaying others like the rumoured Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag Remake, to sorting its developers into Creative Houses. Lucy and Tam discuss these huge changes.
  
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• Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Switch 2 Physical Edition Includes The Full Game Data

  24-01-2026 00:00
  
  Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (Switch 2)$70 | Releases March 26Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Best Buy Preorder at GameStopAfter launching last September for most other consoles, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is gearing up for a Switch 2 release on March 26. Offering enhanced frame rates and resolution compared to the existing Switch version, you'll get to race around two dozen tracks, play as 23 classic Sonic characters, and customize your kart to fit your playstyle. Our Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds revi
  
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• Dead By Daylight Lets Fans Choose A Hero's Face And The Shape Of Evil

  23-01-2026 23:58
  
  For a decade, Dead by Daylight has let players into the world of the Entity as they faced original killers as well as some of the most evil monsters from film, TV shows, and video games. Now, Behaviour Interactive is calling on fans to help it complete a crowd-sourced Dead by Daylight chapter called The Grimoire.As explained by senior creative director David Richard, players can visit Dead by Daylight's Grimoire site and cast their votes to decide the face of the game's new hero. Fans will also
  
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• The Upcoming Dinkum Physical Release Includes Bonus Content, But Only If You Preorder At GameStop

  23-01-2026 23:36
  
  Dinkum: Day One Edition (GameStop Exclusive)$30 | Releases January 30 Preorder at GameStop Dinkum Standard Edition$30 | Releases January 30Preorder at Amazon Preorder at Walmart Preorder at Best BuyNeed a cozy game to get you through these last few months of winter? Take a look at the Australian Outback-inspired world of Dinkum. It lets you and some friends explore a vibrant, cartoon version of the Outback as you gather resources, upgrade your town, and discover all sorts of secrets embedded wi
  
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• WoW's Pricey Transmog Overhaul Just Got Way Cheaper

  23-01-2026 22:51
  
  World of Warcraft transmog prices just got slashed, with Blizzard announcing a 50% cost reduction to outfit creation prices.The pre-patch for WoW's Midnight expansion arrived on January 20 and brought major system updates to Blizzard's MMORPG, including an overhaul of its transmog system. In theory, the update makes the system more convenient with persistent looks, more outfit slots, and cheaper costs in the long term for those who frequently change the look of their gear.Transmog mains: save yo
  
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• Fortnite X South Park Quests: How To Ride 5 Rides At Cartmanland And Complete Every Quest

  23-01-2026 22:18
  
  During Fortnite Chapter 6, most every cosmetic you could unlock from a pass or for free was earned simply by gaining XP in any mode. But Epic has returned to the old ways in Chapter 7, with unlockable cosmetics that require completing specific quests. Case in point is the Born in Chaos mini pass for Fortnite's new South Park crossover, which comes with a series of quests that you'll need to complete in order to unlock the otherwise-free cosmetics.That means that if you want to get those Terrance
  
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• Major Video Game Union Comes Out Against EA Saudi Buyout

  23-01-2026 21:34
  
  Late last year, Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, and the private equity firm Silver Lake made a $55 billion deal to purchase Electronic Arts and take the video game publisher private. Now, the Communication Workers of America's United Video Games union has approached the US Federal Trade Commission to share its opposition to the deal.According to Eurogamer, the UVG's letter calls out EA for its plans to cut down on its staff by calling the cuts "a choice,
  
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• The Hobbit &The Lord of the Rings 25th Anniversary Movie Tie-In Books Are Up For Preorder

  23-01-2026 21:22
  
  The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings Boxed Set 25th Anniversary Box Set$80 | Releases March 24 Preorder at Amazon The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring 25th Anniversary Movie Tie-in$20 | Releases March 24 Preorder at Amazon The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 25th Anniversary Movie Tie-in$20 | Releases March 24 Preorder at Amazon The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 25th Anniversary Movie Tie-in$20 | Releases March 24 Preorder at AmazonIt's hard to believe, but Peter Jack
  
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• I Hope Double Fine Keeps Getting To Make Weird Games Forever

  23-01-2026 21:05
  
  Xbox delivered the first big showcase of the year with its Developer Direct, and amid rumors that the event would highlight three of its most-anticipated games, there was plenty of speculation that it would also show off a secret fourth game as well. That speculation proved correct, as the showcase offered the first formal and lengthy preview of Kiln, the next game from Double Fine. The madcap party game is coming sometime this spring, and while we'll have to see how it turns out, the presentati
  
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• Every Game Delayed Right Now (2026 Edition)

  23-01-2026 20:40
  
  Games sure have been getting delayed a lot over the last several years, and that continues in 2026. The game you've been looking forward to playing might just not be ready by its initially announced launch date. To help keep everything organized, we've made a list of every game delayed right now, including those with delays announced weeks, months, or even years ago. Once a game has been released, it will be removed from this list. Grand Theft Auto VI
  We all knew this was coming, if we're reall
  
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• The Halo: Flashpoint Feet First Into Hell Expandalone Is Under $100 On Amazon.

  23-01-2026 19:56
  
  Halo: Flashpoint - ODST Feet First Into Hell$94 (was $122.76) See at AmazonHalo: Flashpoint was released back in 2024, adapting the tense gunfights the Halo series is known for into a competitive, turn-based tabletop skirmish game where players control Spartans, UNSC Marines, and Banished in head-to-head matches. It's essentially Warhammer 40,000 meets Halo, even down to the detailed sculpted minis--though, thankfully, Halo: Flashpoint is much easier to get into. Part of that is because the gam
  
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• Code Vein 2 Character Creator Is Live, Now Go Make Some Absolute Freaks

  23-01-2026 19:50
  
  Later this month, Bandai Namco will send players on a time-traveling Revenant-fighting adventure in Code Vein 2. But if you want to get an early jump into the game's first steps, the Code Vein 2 Character Creator Demo is now live. Players can use it ahead of time to craft their Revenant Hunter, and all of their creations can be imported to the game when it launches.As you can see in the video above, there are a ton of options to choose from, including a costume that looks a lot the King of All C
  
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• Former Xbox Boss Says He Knew Sony's Killzone 2 E3 Showcase Was BS

  08-07-2025 21:39
  
  Twenty years ago at E3 2005, Sony showed off a Killzone 2 video as an example of the PlayStation 3's power over its rival console, Microsoft's Xbox 360. However, Sony later admitted that the Killzone 2 video wasn't actually gameplay footage and that it was meant to be a "target render" for the team to achieve. Now, former Xbox boss Peter Moore has shared that he knew all along that the Killzone 2 demo was "BS."While speaking with The Game Business, Moore recalled that Sony pulled a similar trick
  
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• Apple Arcade Adds Play-Doh, Worms, And More In August

  08-07-2025 20:49
  
  Apple Arcade's August assortment
  The next batch of games coming to Apple Arcade has been revealed, with four new and unique titles set to release on August 7. The August Apple Arcade lineup includes a new entry in the classic Worms franchise, as well as a creative sim featuring a world-famous children's toy.The foursome will join the 200+ games already available for Apple's gaming subscription service, with recent additions including Angry Birds Bounce, What the Car, and Uno: Arcade Edition. Add
  
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• Multiple Fallout Games In Development, Including Potential Fallout 3 Remaster - Report

  08-07-2025 20:37
  
  Bethesda is reportedly full-steam ahead on the Fallout franchise with multiple projects in the fan-favorite RPG series supposedly in development.Appearing on the Friends Per Second podcast, VGC journalist Jordan Middler made the aforementioned claim, saying, "There are multiple Fallout projects in development." He then goes onto cheekily suggest that one of them is even "that one that I'm sure you're all wanting," teasing a possible remaster of Fallout 3 among the crop of upcoming projects.Middl
  
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• How To Use The Team Builder In College Football 26

  08-07-2025 20:01
  
  The Team Builder feature has returned in College Football 26, allowing you to hand-craft your own school and team to dominate the country. The feature arrived with CFB 25 last summer but had myriad problems that EA has attempted to fix with a new version. Just like last year, Team Builder is access via a website you use to go through the entire customization process of designing a new team, or you can import a team made by the developers or the community.Either way you decide to go, you'll need
  
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• Death Stranding 2 And Rematch Top The PS5 Charts In June 2025

  08-07-2025 19:58
  
  Death Stranding 2: On the Beach may have had a late June release, but four days was all it took for Hideo Kojima's latest title to top the North American chart for PS5 games in June.In the European Union, Death Stranding 2 debuted at No. 4, while Rematch claimed the top slot on that chart. The arcade-style soccer game also proved to be popular in North America with a debut at No. 4.Grand Theft Auto 5 placed near the top of both charts, as the lists were filled up by a lot of older titles, inclu
  
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• The Last Of Us Part II Remastered Gets New Chronological Mode

  08-07-2025 19:41
  
  Naughty Dog has updated its remaster of The Last of Us Part II to feature an entirely new mode for fans to check out. Dubbed Chronological Mode, this new way to experience the game's story arranges the sprawling campaign into an organized timeline, allowing players to see it and its characters in a brand-new light.A post to the PlayStation Blog reads, "Through the new Chronological mode, we believe players will gain even deeper insight into Part II’s narrative. Players will be able to see
  
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• Magic: The Gathering - Edge Of Eternities First Look: Every Card Revealed So Far

  08-07-2025 19:30
  
  Travel to the Edge of Eternities
  With Final Fantasy now in the past, the Magic: The Gathering community has turned its attention to the stars, as Edge of Eternities--the next in-universe MTG set--is coming August 1. Today, Wizards of the Coast offered an extensive first look at some of the spells we'll be casting and lands we'll be traveling to within the new spacefaring set, including some spicy reprints from Magic's past.Edge of Eternities tells an all-new story within the MTG universe, set in
  
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• CoD: Black Ops 6 Patch Notes Detail Fixes For Multiplayer And Zombies Modes

  08-07-2025 19:13
  
  A small update arrived to Black Ops 6 on July 8. The developer's patch notes detail bug fixes and improvements for multiplayer and Zombies, including changes to Grief mode and the new Abomination Challenge mode.On the multiplayer side, the update fixed a bug in Black Ops 6 that previously caused players to be revealed when using the RC-XD scorestreak. It also addressed an issue where the Commando default loadout class would not have an extra piece of lethal equipment. The developer says various
  
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• 18 Games With Werewolves To Sink Your Teeth Into In 2024

  08-07-2025 18:51
  
  Werewolves are some of the most interesting creatures you can find or play as in a video game. The lore behind werewolves is fascinating, as they appear as regular humans but can shape-shift into a wolf-like creature. This shapeshifting can occur by choice or by force of nature, depending on how the individual came to be a werewolf. In video games, players are often given the choice to transform into a werewolf, giving them more freedom in how to approach certain situations. However, some games
  
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• Nintendo Collabs With Crocs For Animal Crossing Footwear

  08-07-2025 18:41
  
  Nintendo has announced an Animal Crossing collaboration with popular footwear company Crocs, and the results are pretty much exactly what you'd expect. See at Crocs The Animal Crossing-themed Crocs, which are set to launch August 26, will be available in both kids' and adult sizes. The shoes sport a green forest background on the top segment and a water scene on the bottom inspired by the game's locales. A variety of Animal Crossing Jibbitz charms come pre-installed on the shoes, including belov
  
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• There Are "Plans To Fix" Diablo 4's Annoying Invulnerable-Boss Mechanics, Blizzard Says

  08-07-2025 18:16
  
  One of the most annoying parts of Diablo 4's endgame may soon see changes, as Blizzard has said it's looking to "fix" boss fight immunity phases.In a response to a fan on X (via Wowhead) asking for Blizzard to remove the immunity phases from endgame bosses like Duriel, Andariel, and the Harbinger of Hatred, Diablo director of content and social marketing Adam Fletcher had a short-and-to-the-point answer.There are plans to fix this up.— Adam Fletcher (@PezRadar) June 27, 2025"There are plan
  
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• Prime Day: Lord Of The Rings 4K Trilogy For $55, New Middle-earth 6-Film Collection For $100

  08-07-2025 18:08
  
  The Middle-earth 6-Film Collection (4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, Digital)$100 (was $210)See at Amazon See at WalmartFans of Peter Jackson's adaptations of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit can get terrific deals on 4K Blu-ray box sets at Amazon during the retailer's Prime Day 2025 sale. The Middle-earth 6-Film Collection is on sale for only $100 (was $210) at Amazon and Walmart. This massive 30-disc 4K box set includes both trilogies on 4K Blu-ray, 1080p Blu-ray, and digital. You can also get stella
  
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• Ready Or Not Dev Clarifies Content Changes, Rejects Accusations of Censorship

  08-07-2025 17:56
  
  Ready or Not developer VOID Interactive faced backlash in June for "censoring" the game to comply with the console certification process. The developer has defended its choices as not fundamentally altering Ready or Not's violence or its grim tone, but instead making minimal alterations to ensure compliance with the requirements of other platforms. In the wake of the backlash, VOID Interactive has released a new statement that clarifies exactly what content has been altered, going as far as to i
  
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• The Best Games Of 2025 (So Far)

  08-07-2025 17:49
  
  We've made it to 2025, and like previous years, there are quite a few upcoming games to look forward to. Last year gave us the amazing Metaphor ReFantazio and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, as well as several other GOTY contenders like Astro Bot, Balatro, and Silent Hill 2. This year, there several games that could earn high review scores, like Split Fiction, Doom: The Dark Ages, and Assassin's Creed Shadows, to name a few.On top of that, the Switch 2 is expected to be arriving this year an
  
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