GamersHeroes Friday, January 23, 2026 6:41 PM The world of Nexon's classic 2D beat-em-up MMORPG Dungeon Fighter Online (DFO) is getting that much bigger with its "Inae Dusk War" update. The post Dungeon Fighter Online "Inae Dusk War" Raid Update Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Friday, January 23, 2026 6:13 PM For those looking for a taste of things to come, ring in your Friday with the new Code Vein II Character Creator Demo for Bandai Namco's upcoming action RPG. The post Code Vein II Character Creator Demo Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Friday, January 23, 2026 5:43 PM A gripping survival horror adventure, the haunting world of Hispania awaits when Vermila Studios and Blumhouse Games' Crisol: Theater of Idols launches worldwide for PC and consoles February 10. The post Gripping Survival Horror Title Crisol: Theater of Idols Launching February 10 appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Friday, January 23, 2026 5:27 PM Start your Friday right with the free new Content Update for Sunblink and Sanrio's Hello Kitty Island Adventure on the Nintendo Switch platforms, the PC via Steam, and the PlayStation 5. The post Hello Kitty Island Adventure Content Update 5 Now Available appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 6:37 PM
Some Ubisoft developers feel like they've been here before and they're tired of it The post Frustration Inside Ubisoft: 'This Is Probably The Most Embarrassed I Have Felt Working Somewhere' appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 6:20 PM
What a wicked game to play, to make me feel this way The post 10-Year-Old <i>Sims 4</i> Sex Mod With Full Nudity Is Still Shockingly Popular appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 6:00 PM
Xbox and Playground Games are reviving the Fable series later this year on both Xbox and PlayStation The post <i>Fable</i>: Everything We Know About The Open-World Fantasy RPG Reboot appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 4:59 PM Careful, This City-Builder Starring Cute Mice And Evil Royal Cats Might Suck Away All Your Free Time
Whiskerwood is out now on PC via early access, but for the most part it feels like a finished game The post Careful, This City-Builder Starring Cute Mice And Evil Royal Cats Might Suck Away All Your Free Time appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 3:52 PM
Not every Xbox-published game will come to PS5 right away, but also maybe most of them will, probably, I think The post Xbox Exec Struggles To Explain Why <i>Fable</i> Is Coming To PS5 Day One, But Not <i>Forza Horizon 6</i> appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 3:31 PM
The Poké Court in Manhattan doesn't want to be another scary scalper story The post A <em>Pokémon</em> Store Was Robbed At Gunpoint, But It's Only Made Its Community Stronger appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 3:03 PM
Some players who enjoy playing dress-up in the MMO are saying they'll leave the game over new costs and limitations The post <i>World Of Warcraft'</i>s Transmog Fiasco Ends With Price Cuts But That's Not The Whole Story appeared first on Kotaku. |
Kotaku Friday, January 23, 2026 2:11 PM
The free-to-play FPS is doing a big launch day showcase stream next week The post <i>Highguard</i> Breaks Radio Silence And The Internet Reacts appeared first on Kotaku. |
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Siliconera Friday, January 23, 2026 5:00 PM
HoYoVerse often releases an EP and a music video for each new Zenless Zone Zero character, and when they involve Agents like the idol singer faction Angels of Delusion or the singer Astra Yao, they can get a bit more involved. That's the case with the trailer preceding the Aria and Sunna, which just arrived. They will launch in 2.6, and this videos the group's song "ReDreaming Angel" and the performance of it.
An actual Japanese pop group was tapped for the vocals for the Angels of Delusion for "ReDreaming Angel." BPM15Q, which consists of Ichigo Rinahamu and Nicamoq, were involved. 4s4ki also performed on the track. We first see the trio streaming this, as well as some panic from Aria. Then, we see the preparations for an actual show, with the three even preparing to perform during a major storm. As things really hit, the aspect ratio of the music video even shifts.
Here's the full "ReDreaming Angel" Zenless Zone Zero Angels of Delusion EP music video.
It won't be too long before we see two of the Angels of Delusion Agents in Zenless Zone Zero, as Aria and Sunna are confirmed characters for the 2.6 update. Fancam videos already appeared to promote both them and the third member of the group Nangong Yu. HoYoVerse hasn't confirmed if Yu will also become playable in a future patch.
Zenless Zone Zero is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices, and we will see the first Angels of Delusion characters Aria and Sunna after 2.6 arrives in February 2026.
The post First Zenless Zone Zero Angels of Delusion Music Video Appears appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, January 23, 2026 4:00 PM
Shueisha started a new Shonen Jump + manga series called Smiley & Lively: Your Girl Happy, and it is now live in English via Manga Plus as well. Meanwhile, the series Ryota Killed His Brother ended on the same day with chapter 30. The former will appear on a weekly basis. The latter had been running since November 2024. Neither are available physically.
Smiley & Lively: Your Girl Happy features a woman named Happy. She is barely getting by and depressed, but maintains an overly happy and perky facade in public in order to get by in her daily life. The first chapter focuses on what her life is like and how she interacts with others, with a key point being she'll engage in small kindnesses and good deeds in order to temporarily feel some happiness herself. However, the end of the chapter suggests each installment will look at her getting by and searching for hope.
As for Ryota Killed His Brother, that was a horror series about a Ryota and his brother Chika. His mother died not long after his brother was born and, because of his father's long hours, he's spent his whole life sacrificing to raise Chika. However, there are early signs that something isn't right at the start of the first chapter, and after Ryota's friend Hayato walks home with the brothers, we get a much better idea of what exactly is happening with Chika.
Chapter 1 of Smiley & Lively: Your Girl Happy is available via Shonen Jump +, and the next chapter in the new series will appear on January 29, 2026 on Manga Plus. All of Ryota Killed His Brother is available via the Manga Plus site.
The post Shonen Jump Manga Is Smiley & Lively: Your Girl Happy Starts, Ryota Killed His Brother Ends appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, January 23, 2026 3:00 PM
Square Enix started taking orders for its new Final Fantasy Structure Arts figure of Sephiroth from the original FFVII in Japan. He will cost 8,800円 (~$55.60). That is expected to arrive on May 30, 2026. It isn't showing up on any North American storefronts yet, but we did see the Bring Arts figure of the character appear here already.
The Structure Arts Sephiroth will stand at about six and a half inches (165mm) tall. He's an articulated figure that comes with multiple face plates and hand parts for posing. His hair also includes some articulation, so a person can adjust that when posing him as well. He only includes his Masamune sword as a weapon, and there's no scabbard for it to be "stored" in for other poses.
Here's how Square Enix's initial photos for him look:
Sephiroth is a frequent subject for Square Enix figures in various styles. In addition to these more traditional articulated ones, he's also part of the Adorable Arts line. That's a more chibi take on the character.
The Final Fantasy VII Structure Arts Sephiroth figure will come to Japan on May 30, 2026, and FFVII Remake is now available on the Switch 2, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC worldwide.
The post FFVII Structure Arts Sephiroth Figure Debuts in May appeared first on Siliconera. |
Siliconera Friday, January 23, 2026 2:00 PM
HoYoVerse confirmed the on-assignment Knights of Favonius Grand Master Varka will finally become a playable character in Genshin Impact rather soon. He'll be part of the Luna V update. We don't know exactly which phase his banner will be part of, but we do know he will arrive after the patch on February 25, 2026.
The one announcement tied to Varka's debut went over what we can expect from him. He's the Knight of Boreas. His element is Anemo, so expect wind damage and attacks that Swirl with other elements. That announcement also confirmed his ties to Venti, the Anemo Archon that is in Mondstadt, and the Hexenzirkel mages. The art shows him hold a sword, which is the larger claymore-type variety.
The second post, which you can see below, highlights the official Varka Genshin Impact character art. It highlights his preparations for his journey out of Mondstadt and to Nod-Krai, noting he's an errant knight on a mission.
The latest characters in Luna IV are Columbina and Zibai.
Genshin Impact is available for the PS5, Xbox Series X, PC, and mobile devices, and we can expect to see Varka in the Luna V update after February 25, 2026.
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 4:16 PM
Blight is an annoying obstacle you'll encounter throughout your exploration in Arknights Endfield. Although it can be destroyed, you won't be able to do so unless you're aware of these methods.
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How to clear Blight in Arknights: Endfield
If a Blight formation has a visible Blight Core, you can destroy it directly by attacking the core. Visible Blight Cores appear as bright red lights located somewhere within the Blight itself. Just be careful not to touch it directly, as it will kill with extended exposure.
In a lot of cases, the Blight Core will be within reach for you to attack with one of your characters, but many others won't be. Many Blight formations you come across will have Blight Cores you can't get to or won't be able to see at all. Fortunately, there is a solution for both issues.
How to destroy out-of-reach Blight Cores
For Blight Cores you can actively see but can't reach directly, you can use Industrial Explosives to destroy them instead.
Industrial Explosives are special consumables crafted at your base that can be thrown at the cores once you've made them.
How to destroy invisible Blight Cores
If you encounter a Blight formation with an invisible Blight Core, you won't be able to do a thing to them initially. Blight formations with no visible Blight Core cannot be destroyed until you've progressed the Main Story far enough to obtain the Blight Decryption Device, which will allow you to use the Scanner to expose undetected Blight Cores.
When you have the Blight Decryption Device unlocked, all you need to do is go near a Blight formation and use the Scan function to reveal its hidden core. Then, simply use the above-mentioned methods to destroy it and clear the Blight out of your way.
How to Craft Industrial Explosives in Arknights: Endfield
To even begin to craft Industrial Explosives at your base, you'll need to have progressed far enough to have unlocked the Basic AIC Plan mechanic, which allows you to research improvements for your overall base. Specifically, you need to unlock the Packaging Tech node under Basic AIC II to gain access to the Industrial Explosives blueprints.
Industrial Explosives are produced via a Packaging Unit structure. The reagents you need to funnel into the craft are listed below:
I highly recommend you automate the entire processing chain for producing the above materials, as you will need to use a lot of Industrial Explosives throughout your time in Arknights Endfield, so having them mass-produced without your input is nothing but a benefit for you.
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 3:59 PM
In an ideal world, we will already have Toxic Swamp present in ARC Raiders as the latest map modifier.
However, that hasn't been the case, and it remains a mystery as to whether, and when, Embark will release the Toxic Swamp modifier at all. That said, the first roadmap for the new year has indicated that the map modifier could be released pretty soon.
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ARC Raiders Toxic Swamp expected release date
Toxic Swamp was expected to release on Monday, Jan. 19. This was based on datamined information from ARC Raiders, which had suggested that the map modifier would be a part of the ongoing Week 13 Trials. However, it never made it to live servers, and Embark replaced the task involving Toxic Swamp.
Hence, when will Toxic Swamp release in ARC Raiders? According to the latest roadmap from Embark, a mini-update is planned for January. This suggests the new map modifier could arrive on Jan. 26.
Just like last week, Week 14 Trials is also supposed to include a task that requires us to tackle the map condition. The exact task is along the lines of keeping air purifiers active when Toxic Swamp is on. Whether the task remains the same or gets replaced remains to be seen. However, Jan. 26 appears as the likeliest date as of writing.
What to expect from Toxic Swamp in ARC Raiders
Almost nothing is known about Toxic Swamp as Embark has remained pretty tight-lipped. However, we can assume that there's something called Thermal Rocks to be found when the modifier is live. This is based on the previous information that we had about the Trials of Jan. 19.
The map modifier is also expected to affect volcanic terrain and geysers. I believe that there will be certain toxic areas on the map where breathing will be perilous. While I would certainly have felt better had it been a new map, Toxic Swamp could still force us to think strategically on our raids.
For now, the only option is to wait patiently and hope that January's upcoming map condition confirms our predictions.
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 3:35 PM
GTA 6, if the Olympian host allows it, will release later this year, probably bringing with it revolutionary mechanics and gameplay that'll echo through time and history much like its many predecessors did. But one mechanic, introduced in San Andreas, has players wondering how far (or how deep) Rockstar will go, and it's got to do with big meat on big bones.
In GTA: San Andreas (released in 2004, mind you), CJ has a lot of stats that players can increase or make worse, depending on their playstyle. One aspect of CJ's character is his weight, which players can really exacerbate by eating more than their fill at the Cluckin' Bell day in and day out. If CJ gets too fat, he'll suffer a ton of detriments, and these aren't reflected only in how he performs or how slow he moves around.
In fact, CJ is barred from participating in certain missions and, by extension, so is the player. You are made to face the consequences of your actions as if you were playing some old-school RPG where choice and consequence were front and center in the gameplay. It's a rewarding system to have such dynamics in any game, especially one that lets you control a character and lead them into temptation or away from it as you see fit.
So that's got players wondering: will GTA 6 have any systems in place akin to this one? After all, it's probably going to be the biggest game ever released, with tons of unique and new mechanics and certainly a lot of depth. But I don't recall GTA 5 having anything of this sort, whereby you'd be locked out of a mission or other part of the game because of the way you handled one of the three protagonists.
This really belongs in RPGs more so than in GTA, but it is interesting. It adds an extra layer on top of an already dense experience, and it's not like a game can be too deep, too rewarding, or too good.
Furthermore, the nature of Lucia and Jason as this "Bonnie and Clyde" duo (which will, no doubt, have some form of mechanic that'll be tied to their relationship) allows for this kind of gameplay, and in fact lends itself perfectly to it.
We'll have to wait until November (if Rockstar doesn't delay the game once again) to see what the company has come up with, though I and certainly many others hope they do give us more control over the characters and, by extension, let us suffer the consequences with them.
The post GTA 6 fans want to bring back an obscure San Andreas feature that could literally lock you out of missions: 'Man, I'm just big boned, that's all' appeared first on Destructoid. |
Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 3:17 PM
Deadlock continues its development cycle behind closed doors (if you've got no friends to open them for you, that is), with every few months bringing major changes to its core gameplay and art style. The latest overhaul was truly one for the history books, as it singlehandedly propelled the game almost to the very top of what I consider the most "stylish" games ever made.
Deadlock's new Old Gods, New Blood update brought along a total visual (and story) overhaul of the game's map, including both of the Patrons, the creeps, and everything in between. It is a complete stylistic shift, following previous updates that were increasingly stylized, embracing a genre blend that sits somewhere between late-19th-century New Orleans and early-20th-century New York (and all the cultural implications that might entail).
Six new heroes are also coming into the fold, each a work of art, though players will have to wait a while before all of them are playable, since Valve is doing another voting thing as they did for the previous batch.
The patrons' overhaul is what makes this update stand out. They are, genuinely, now as stylish and artistically refined as the rest of the game, drawing significant inspiration from period-appropriate literature and fiction to further advance Deadlock's worldbuilding as a fundamentally American pastiche and genre crossroads.
And what better place to look at than Robert W. Chambers, the mind behind The King in Yellow, a late-19th-century anthology of stories loosely connected by an ominous and eponymous play (and character), which Valve turned into the Hidden King patron?
The rustic, infernal nature of the King and his deer antlers are very much in line with depictions of the King in Yellow, even those you might have seen in shows like True Detective. Just look at it: it screams style, substance, and artistry, with each bit of the map carefully redesigned to reflect his character, unlike the generic floating head that was roaming about before.
On the other side is the Arch Mother, a pale and ethereal queen of her own realm, with a frozen monarch situated at her core (oddly reminiscent of the Hidden King himself). There is dialogue here, and though the voice lines of the announcers on both sides did suggest a shared lore, Deadlock now genuinely has an active conversation going on in the background of its MOBA gameplay, which isn't something we've ever seen in the genre before.
As for the characters, the rest of the map, and the myriad of different artistic touchups to the UI, HUD, and every facet of the game: all of them reflect a wide range of genres and movements, from comics to movies to Valve's own imagination. The coolest part is that it all blends together so well, forming a cohesive amalgamation of art that I am genuinely stricken by.
I cannot express how much I appreciate that a game is putting art and style front and center, and though gameplay is as important as those two, we had too many well-playing games that just don't look that good.
And the best thing is that Deadlock is still a long way from launch, meaning more of the same is yet to come, which, as you could tell, I'm more than excited for.
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 1:50 PM
The Build Your TOTY HM Evolution is live in FC 26, and you can evolve one of your lower-rated cards with massive boosts.
Part of a two-stage process, the Build Your TOTY HM Evolution allows you to create your own TOTY Honorable Mentions.
Let's look at how the evolution works, all the offered boosts, and who the best cards are to utilize. We finally have the complete list of requirements, which will be essential to make our choice.
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FC 26 Build Your TOTY HM Evolution requirements
Here are the requirements of Build Your TOTY HM Evolution in FC 26.
FC 26 Build Your TOTY HM Evolution upgrades
The evolution has four levels of upgrades, each with certain conditions to fulfill.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Level 3 upgrade requirements
Level 4 upgrade requirements
Best players to use in Build Your TOTY HM Evolution
Here are some of my best recommendations for inclusion in the evolution. Ideally, you'll want to select based on which position you want to upgrade.
There's a phase two of this evolution that's already live. The requirements are identical, and you'll need to put your evo card in the one that's applicable.
TOTY HM CAM Builder Evolution
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 5 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Level 3 upgrade requirements
Level 4 upgrade requirements
Level 5 upgrade requirements
TOTY HM CM Builder Evolution
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 5 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Level 3 upgrade requirements
Level 4 upgrade requirements
Level 5 upgrade requirements
TOTY HM CDM Builder Evolution
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 5 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Level 3 upgrade requirements
Level 4 upgrade requirements
Level 5 upgrade requirements
TOTY HM First Touch+
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
TOTY HM Press Proven+
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
TOTY HM Long Ball Pass+
Here are the upgrades and conditions that you have to fulfil.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 1:38 PM
The Get Stuck In Evolution is a quick little upgrade you can use in FC 26 to upgrade a couple of your cards in Ultimate Team.
Ideally, the free upgrade should boost two of your chosen items. However, you can also consider an extremely low-overall card and apply double boosts. Let's look at the best choices for the evolution based on the offered upgrades and requirements.
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FC 26 Get Stuck In Evolution requirements
Here are the requirements for Get Stuck In Evolution in FC 26.
FC 26 Get Stuck In Evolution upgrades
The Get Stuck In evolution has only two levels of upgrades. To obtain the boosts, you'll need to complete specific tasks.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Best players for Get Stuck In Evolution in FC 26
You can include a wide variety of items in this evolution. Cards that benefit the most from the evolution have been included.
The requirements and upgrades on offer are pretty decent, especially since the evolution is available for free. Ideally, it's meant for the defensive players, so keep that in mind while selecting the cards.
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Destructoid Friday, January 23, 2026 1:19 PM
The Inside Edge Evolution is now live in FC 26, and it allows you to upgrade one of your right-sided attackers.
The evolution is pretty expensive as you have to spend 75,000 coins. However, you get some amazing boosts in return. Let's look at the best options to consider for this evolution based on the requirements and the offered upgrades.
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FC 26 Inside Edge Evolution requirements
Here are the requirements of Inside Edge Evolution in FC 26.
FC 26 Inside Edge Evolution upgrades
The evolution has five levels of upgrades, each with certain conditions to fulfill.
Level 1 upgrades
Level 2 upgrades
Level 3 upgrades
Level 4 upgrades
Level 5 upgrade requirements
Level 1 upgrade requirements
Level 2 upgrade requirements
Level 3 upgrade requirements
Level 4 upgrade requirements
Level 5 upgrade requirements
Best players to use in Inside Edge Evolution
Here are some of my best recommendations for inclusion in the evolution.
While the upgrades are significant, focus on cards that you'll want to use immediately.
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Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, January 23, 2026 5:31 PM A trailer was also released. The post Bubsy 4D Release Date Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, January 23, 2026 5:09 PM Showcases several gameplay details. The post Nioh 3 Gets New Gameplay Showcase Video appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, January 23, 2026 4:50 PM Characters can create and control their characters. The post Code Vein II Gets New Character Creator Demo And Trailer appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Friday, January 23, 2026 4:19 PM Announced on Twitter. The post Highguard Launch Gameplay Showcase Announced appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |