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• Texas inmate wants to be executed by firing squad or gas

  26-06-2018 22:32 via yahoo.com
  HUNTSVILLE, Texas (AP) — Attorneys for a 66-year-old Texas death row inmate say his health problems make him unsuitable for lethal injection scheduled for this week so they're proposing he be rolled in his wheelchair in front of a firing squad or be administered nitrogen gas to cut off oxygen to his brain until he stops breathing.
  
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• GTA 5 left Rockstar feeling "slightly nervous" about Red Dead Redemption 2 as devs worried fans "were going to be bored" by only having one protagonist to play as

  07-09-2026 21:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Rockstar once worried that fans would find Red Dead Redemption 2 boring after spending time with GTA 5 and its trio of protagonists.After years of primarily offering a singular protagonist for you to experience its in-game worlds through, Rockstar broke tradition by going with three for GTA 5 – giving you the option to swap between the trio as their narrative journeys intertwined with each other. Considering GTA 5 still sells millions of copies a year, I'd say it worked pretty well.In fact
  
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• Final Fantasy Resonance is part of a "resurgence of turn-based RPGs and JRPGs," lead dev says, who wants to capture the "appeal" of the classics

  07-09-2026 20:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Final Fantasy Resonance's director says the upcoming throwback JRPG is part of a "resurgence" of turn-based games, though one that still has plenty of fresh ideas.Wrapping up a chat with RPG Site at PAX, director Hiroto Furuya says we're in the middle of a "resurgence of turn-based RPGs and JRPGs" – which sounds pretty darn good to me. And if that sounds pretty darn good to you, the Final Fantasy Resonance devs hope the Final Fantasy Brave Exvius refresh might be of interest."Looking at th
  
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• Blood Dungeon Is A Survivors-Like For People Who Don’t Like Vampire Survivors

  07-09-2026 20:00 via gamespot.com
  
  Not everybody bought into Vampire Survivors. The 2021 game popularized the idea of "bullet heaven," a reversal of elements normally seen in "bullet hell" games, and made such a huge impact on the industry that some call this subgenre "Survivors-likes." But while Vampire Survivors was a giant leap, it wasn't a wholly satisfying one for some. Blood Dungeon, a new "bullet hell" from Nidhogg and Wheel World developer Messhof, runs with some of the ideas that made Survivors a hit, fleshing them out a
  
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• Nova screenwriter says the upcoming Marvel movie will have to address Thanos' attack on Xandar before the events of Infinity War

  07-09-2026 19:01 via gamesradar.com
  
  The MCU's post-Avengers: Secret Wars slate is dominated by big hitters like X-Men, Ghost Rider and Black Panther 3, but one under-the-radar movie in development is Nova, about Nova Centurion Richard Rider. The Nova movie is still currently undated, but despite being years out, screenwriter Michael Waldron has dropped the first hint of what the movie might be about.In the comics, Nova inherits the mantle of Nova Centurion when the last surviving member of the planet Xandar's elite Nova Corps, Rho
  
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• Sudden wave of Switch 2 online bans reportedly caused by a Nintendo server issue, and are now being fixed

  07-09-2026 18:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  A number of Nintendo Switch 2 owners apparently got a rude surprise this weekend when they discovered their consoles were restricted from using online services by Nintendo for no discernible reason. The home of Mario and Zelda has now reportedly responded, fixing the issue and saying it was a due to an internal server problem.Upon boot-up, the impacted owners would get an error code which "indicates that the Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch console you are using has been permanently banned f
  
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• Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director personally vetoed having to unlock new jobs for each character throughout the game

  07-09-2026 18:30 via gamesradar.com
  
  Final Fantasy 7 Remake series director Naoki Hamaguchi is to thank for each member of the party having access to all of the FITS jobs from the start in Final Fantasy 7 Revelation. As we approach the end of Final Fantasy 7's remake trilogy, Square Enix is introducing one of the biggest overhauls to the game in its third act. FITS is a new system which works as a job system seen in games like Final Fantasy 5, 12, and Tactics which in turn will allow you to tailor your characters to specific archet
  
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• Persona 1 and 2 remakes will "probably" happen for the sake of "cultural preservation," says Persona 4 Revival producer: "It's your duty to take the things you've done and make sure they're not lost"

  07-09-2026 18:02 via gamesradar.com
  
  Persona 1 and 2 remakes are "probably eventually" happening, series lead Kazuhisa Wada reiterates, who believes it's a creator's "duty to take the things you've done and make sure they're not lost."Game preservation has been a particularly hot topic as of late following Sony's announcement that it plans to stop disc production for new PlayStation games from 2028. Though game preservation has been a continual challenge up to this point anyway, especially for older titles that naturally become har
  
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• All Sanzhana locations in The Blood of Dawnwalker

  07-09-2026 18:01 via gamesradar.com
  
  Sanzhana in The Blood of Dawnwalker are blue fairies found around the world and multiple quests, all of which collectively result in a great reward: more time! There are five different Sanzhana around Vale Sangora to find, in quests like Come Hither and Burrow Sorrows, and while each encounter comes with its own rewards, most of them are fairly nondescript unless you can complete them all. Not only that, but you'll be able to converse with your sister Lunka, gaining small amounts of information
  
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• The Odyssey passes $1.6 billion on its way to becoming Universal's highest-grossing movie ever

  07-09-2026 17:43 via gamesradar.com
  
  Christopher Nolan's Greek myth epic The Odyssey is on its way to becoming Universal's highest-grossing movie ever. The film has crossed the $1.6 billion mark at the box office, which puts it within touching distance of Universal's current highest-grossing movie, Jurassic World. The dino flick stands at $1.67 billion at the box office, while The Odyssey is closing in with $1.63 billion. It's no surprise that The Odyssey is doing so well, considering IMAX 70mm screenings were extended to accommoda
  
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• Alienware's 2026 16X Aurora does much more than slap a fancy new OLED face on its 16-inch chassis, there's a route here for those stung by RAM prices

  07-09-2026 17:25 via gamesradar.com
  
  Last year's Alienware 16X Aurora actually represented solid value at the time, but its lack of OLED display and RTX 5070 configuration cap kept it from being one of the greats. Dell's fixed both of those problems in its 2026 re-release, and then some. This is the brand's middle child. It's got more grunt than Dell's new Alienware 15 hybrid systems and has more meat than the entry-level Alienware 16 Aurora (a cheaper rig that didn't see this year's OLED upgrade). It's not a flagship, though, so w
  
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• Anbernic demos its new Nintendo DS clone, and it punches hard in PS1, N64, and even Dreamcast games

  07-09-2026 17:12 via gamesradar.com
  
  Just three days ago, Anbernic unveiled a revamped version of its Nintendo DS clone, but specs suggest it isn't geared for 3D games. That said, the brand just let the handheld strut its stuff running everything from the N64 to the PS1 and Sega Saturn, cementing the fact that the clamshell isn't just for dual-screen shenanigans. In a demo that lasts just under six and a half minutes, the Anbernic RG DS Plus is mostly put to task running Nintendo DS games. Hardly surprising given it looks almost ex
  
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• Deep in FromSoftware's sicko arc, Elden Ring and Dark Souls boss Hidetaka Miyazaki says "you can't make anything that's as fun" just by following the same old rules

  07-09-2026 17:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  In the wake of The Duskbloods, FromSoftware's Hidetaka Miyazaki says following the exact same rules with every game doesn't result in fun games. Dark Souls has inspired a mountain of games, it's hard to think of any title in the last 15 years that has had more of an impact on our industry. Well, Fortnite did inspire how we approach live service, battle passes, and publishers chasing the next Fortnite, but I'm talking about positive impacts. This extends to FromSoftware itself, as Bloodborne, Sek
  
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• As Pokemon devs hint that turn-based battles could be a thing of the past, Pokemon Champions lead says they'll always be "preserved" in his PvP spin-off

  07-09-2026 16:49 via gamesradar.com
  
  Following one Pokemon Champions lead's suggestion that the RPG series' turn-based combat could see more changes over time, another co-director has doubled down on the idea that the company's new home of competitive battling will allow for that traditional system to be "preserved" forever.Although Pokemon has experimented more with its battle system in recent years – with Pokemon Legends: Arceus and Z-A offering variations between the former's Strong and Agile-style moves and the latter's r
  
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• As StarCraft teasers continue in the build-up to BlizzCon, mounting evidence suggests that a character who disappeared 11 years ago is making her return

  07-09-2026 16:46 via gamesradar.com
  
  Something's being teased by Blizzard for StarCraft 2. A strange transmission started coming through the official site recently, and another is now available, potentially teasing the return of one Sarah Kerrigan.The first teaser made it clear that Blizzard has made another ARG for the franchise, and now the second appears to point towards where this is heading. In this transmission, we get snippets about the contents of some crates going completely amok, potentially leading to a gruesome incident
  
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• Wingspan Pocket has all the brilliance of the original, with fewer barriers to entry

  07-09-2026 16:43 via gamesradar.com
  
  It says a lot that I'd consider recommending Wingspan Pocket to someone over the original. Don't get me wrong, the first game is a modern classic that's earned its glowing reputation. (We called it "one of the greats" in our Wingspan review.) But this bite-size version fixes some of the original's most common criticisms, so it's hard not to be won over.After running multiple test sessions with friends and family, I'd go so far as to say Wingspan Pocket is the perfect introduction to this series.
  
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• Fractal has "refined" its Refine gaming chair, adding hybrid mesh and fabric models and a synchro-tilt mechanism to rival Secretlab, but the $900 Alcantara model is no more

  07-09-2026 16:16 via gamesradar.com
  
  Fractal Design is doubling down on its first-ever gaming chair from 2024, launching a refreshed model with subtle improvements as well as new upholstery options for those who can't decide between mesh and fabric. The new Fractal Refine 2 is available now, but those familiar with the original, which sat atop our best gaming chair list for a long time, might be sad to see the luxury Alcantara model retired.Just like the original Fractal Refine, the Refine 2 comes in both light and dark colorways,
  
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• Replay's September theme is speed: send us your fast moving clips for a chance to win a £/$250 Amazon voucher!

  07-09-2026 16:10 via gamesradar.com
  
  This month Replay's theme is speed. It doesn't matter how you go fast, as long as you blur. Whether that's threading the needle through Forza's twisty roads, or finding new and interesting ways to launch your Helldiver across the map at Mach ohmyGodI'mgoingtodie - if you do it at speed, send it to us for a chance to win a $/£250 Amazon voucher.You see, GamesRadar+ Replay is a community video series where you submit cool clips of anything you've played, achieved, or seen, for a chance to wi
  
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• The 12 top-rated Blu-Rays released this August, from Project Hail Mary to The Thing

  07-09-2026 15:16 via gamesradar.com
  
  1234567Shop the collectionShop the collection1SHOUT! FACTORYYour Name. - Limited Edition Steelbook 4k Ultra Hd + Blu-Ray$36.14$49.982METRO GOLDWYN MAYERProject Hail Mary (blu-Ray)$19.95$31.993DisneyBarbarian - 4k Uhd/bd Combo + Digital + Steelbook$44.994Decal - NeonExit 8 [blu-Ray]$20.41$34.985UNIVERSALThe Thing 3-Movie Collection [blu-Ray]$19.79$24.986Sony PicturesTalladega Nights: the Ballad of Ricky Bobby 20th Anniversary (4k Ultra Hd + Blu-Ray + Digital Steelbook)$37.99$39.997WBMars Attacks!
  
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• The Expanse: Osiris Reborn swings for the Mass Effect crown, but struggles to match my enthusiasm for the TV show

  07-09-2026 15:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  I know that the devs behind The Expanse: Osiris Reborn have what it takes to create a great RPG. I know that you don't just get given the license to a hot multimedia franchise without earning it. I've heard that Rogue Trader and the Pathfinder games have got the sauce, and I've heard Owlcat's name in connection with Baldur's Gate enough times to make me sit up and take notice. But after an hour with Osiris Reborn, I'm yet to see that come shining through.It's an unfortunate consequence of the wa
  
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• The Activision Super Pocket is the cutest Evercade portable yet, but I wouldn't pick it over Banjo

  07-09-2026 14:10 via gamesradar.com
  
  I can't think of a handheld with more versions than the Super Pocket, but the new Activision Edition absolutely aesthetically slays. Yes, I am a sucker for the whole '70s Supergraphics rainbow thing, and the publisher's old getup really makes for a pretty portable. The catch is that it feels more like another Atari capsule, and that's less exciting than, say, the console with Banjo-Kazooie built in.That's not to say the Super Pocket Activision Edition won't find its people. I can guarantee there
  
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• 28 Days Later director Danny Boyle admits using "about 30 seconds" of AI in his upcoming Netflix movie: "It's a useful tool... provided you use it respectfully"

  07-09-2026 14:04 via gamesradar.com
  
  Danny Boyle's latest movie, Ink, has just premiered at the Venice and Telluride Film Festivals, and the movie has caused something of a stir, as the credits disclose that the Trainspotting director used generative AI in the making of the movie. Now Boyle is explaining the movie's limited use cases, which included animating photographs and mice effects.Ink, which stars 28 Years Later's Jack O'Connell as Sun newspaper editor Larry Lamb, and Guy Pearce as media magnate Rupert Murdoch, is a late-60s
  
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• League of Legends MMO is Riot's "Grail quest" and "many a brave knight are going to die," boss says, but fans aren't confident after 2XKO's fate: "Hope this time you don't cancel it"

  07-09-2026 14:02 via gamesradar.com
  
  Almost six years since its announcement, and with hardly anything said about it since, Riot Games' mysterious League of Legends MMO has been referred to as the studio's "Grail" in comments that aren't exactly inspiring the most confidence from fans. Riot Games co-founder and co-chairman Marc Merrill has spoken about the MMO during a PAX West panel, where he was asked by Kinda Funny Games' Greg Miller whether he had anything to share about its release date (below).Alas, Merrill doesn't, but he do
  
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• GTA 6 boss says "there will always be things to satirize," but Rockstar has to "be careful about what we pick" because after 11 years of development "it could be gone, it could change, it could be dated"

  07-09-2026 14:02 via gamesradar.com
  
  Rockstar North co-lead Rob Nelson says GTA 6 has been in development since 2015, so the developers have had to be "very careful" to ensure the ideas they ran with still feel relevant in 2026.Grand Theft Auto has always managed to capture a moment in time. While the likes of GTA Vice City looked back to the era of 1980s Miami, the long-awaited GTA 6 is more like GTA 5 in reflecting contemporary times. Due to swelling development timelines, it can be challenging when something you're working on to
  
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• You can play cyberpunk RPG No Law like Dishonored in Night City, or strap grenades to a Roomba and start blasting

  07-09-2026 14:00 via gamesradar.com
  
  Port Desire, the cyber-noir setting of upcoming RPG No Law, offers endless possibilities. During the day, pops of green foliage, bustling crowds and urban wildlife scuttling away makes the city feel truly alive. At night, the crowds thin, leaving shady characters lingering in their place. Neon washes out all other colors, turning greenery to grit.The longer I spend with No Law in a hands-off preview, the more it opens up. The melting pot of Southeast Asian and Mediterranean influences in Port De
  
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• Super Mario Odyssey was a big inspiration for Capcom's latest hit Onimusha: Way of the Sword, director reveals

  07-09-2026 13:59 via gamesradar.com
  
  Onimusha: Way of the Sword's director has explained some of the major inspirations behind the samurai action game, and let's just say, peak respects peak. Speaking to FZ (via machine translation), Capcom's Satoru Nihei, director of Onimusha: Way of the Sword and Onimusha series producer Akihito Kadowaki were asked to choose one game which inspired their work on the game, and while I'm sure most would expect the director to say something like Sekiro or Ghost of Tsushima, Nihei explained that it w
  
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• Fan makes Lego GTA 6 set, and it's so perfect I'm gutted there isn't an official version

  07-09-2026 13:52 via gamesradar.com
  
  I appreciate that the chances of an official Lego GTA 6 set are slim to nil (something tells me it doesn't fit the toy-maker's family-friendly vibe), so seeing a fan-made version is such a tease for what could be.Creator hachiroku24 has taken matters into their own hands by making a model inspired by GTA 6, and I'd go so far as to say it's a homerun. I've got no notes; whether it's the high-speed chase or a spot-on version of the logo towering over everything else, this thing is perfect. If ther
  
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• Best Pokemon TCG Pocket Mega Sharpedo ex deck

  07-09-2026 13:29 via gamesradar.com
  
  Mega Sharpedo ex in Pokemon TCG Pocket has been a rising star for its rapid energy generation and strong early game, designed to disrupt enemy strategies while speeding up your own in the same attack. For this reason Sharpedo has been hanging around the meta for a while, but it's only now that we've seen it rise to previously unmatched levels when paired with the Wild Swing Gyarados and ever-reliable Chien-Pao.For more deck builds, find out the best decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket here!Best Mega Sha
  
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• Anime Fighting Simulator codes (September 2026) for Shards, Boosts, and more

  07-09-2026 13:27 via gamesradar.com
  
  These Anime Fighting Simulator codes will come in super handy as you're levelling up your weapons and abilities in the fighting game. Whether you need to buff you Chakra, your sword, or your durability, you'll be able to do so with most of the codes below.Luckily, redemption codes come in thick and fast for this Roblox experience, and I'll be keeping an eye on the latest announcements so you don't miss any. So, whether it's Tensei Shards or a training speed boost you're after, take a look at the
  
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• Spider-Man: Brand New Day director says using Hulk "wasn't a mandate" and he had to ask Kevin Feige for permission

  07-09-2026 13:26 via gamesradar.com
  
  Spider-Man: Brand New Day director Destin Daniel Cretton has revealed that he had to ask Kevin Feige to use the Hulk in the Marvel Phase 6 movie. Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner has a brief but impactful role in the movie, giving Peter Parker some advice – and later Hulking out thanks to Sadie Sink's Jean Grey and her mind-control powers. "Kevin's not necessarily ever pushing things on us," Cretton commented on NPR's Fresh Air podcast, while discussing bringing Jean Grey into the movie. "Once
  
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