Jun 01, 18:00


PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 12:24 PM
    

Mojang has revealed the name of its next game drop, as Minecraft Chase the Skies is set to focus on taking you up, up and away. Revealed during the MC Championship TwitchRivals stream, the drop is all about skyward exploration, with even more extra features thrown in to further enhance your time in the sandbox game.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 11:29 AM
    

Outriders and Gears of War studio People Can Fly is suspending two of its in-development projects, while confirming this means it will have to "scale down our teams." One of these games is the upcoming project Gemini, an unannounced game originally set to be published by Square Enix, who People Can Fly also worked with to publish Outriders in 2021. Project Bifrost, meanwhile, was set to be a self-published game.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 10:43 AM
    

June 1, 2025:  We've added an update from Fromsoftware outlining when the servers will undergo maintenance on Monday June 2.

Is Elden Ring Nightreign down? It isn't often that you have to check the server status of a FromSoft game, but Nightreign is a different beast completely. While you have the option of taking on the game's many bosses alone, it's a much better experience with friends - but for that to happen, the servers need to be online.

Thankfully, if the Elden Ring Nightreign servers are down, you can still jump in solo. As we mentioned in our Elden Ring Nightreign review, the solo experience can feel punishing for those who aren't already experienced with the roguelike game. Here is the Elden Ring Nightreign server status so you can plan your adventure accordingly.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 12:40 PM
    

With Diablo 4 Season 8, Path of Exile 2 0.2.0, and Last Epoch Season 2 all well underway, we're spoilt for choice when it comes to ARPGs at the moment. This is undoubtedly a good thing, but sometimes we just want to try something new or retreat to the familiar instead. So whether you're all caught up on where the genre is right now, or just fancy something a little different, Blizzard's Diablo Immortal is here to answer the call. To celebrate the game's third anniversary, you can nab some freebies and participate in special limited-time events, so now's the time to jump back in.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 12:36 PM
    

It's easy to forget just how much of a Steam megahit Euro Truck Simulator 2 actually is. With tens of thousands of people playing it at any given time, and a 97% rating from over 650,000 user reviews, SCS Software's in-depth cargo hauling sim is still going strong. I for one love turning my brain off and driving across the continent to deliver some precious cargo, and others tend to agree. The future of ETS2 is also looking incredibly bright, as SCS has finally teased a mechanic we've been waiting for.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 12:33 PM
    

More than 20 years later, the original Painkiller is back. A brutal shooter coming off the back of games like Quake, Doom, and Serious Sam, this demonic FPS is one we definitely don't talk about much these days, even though we absolutely should. With some gargantuan bosses, gorgeous levels, and an array of vicious weapons, the game is mostly lost to time. Until now, that is, as this Painkiller RTX mod recently got an update, and it completely revamps the experience to feel entirely new.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Sunday, June 1, 2025 11:00 AM
    

Hello reader who is also a reader, and welcome back to Booked For The Week - our regular Sunday chat with a selection of cool industry folks about books! Did you know that adopting language altered the position of the human larynx, making us more susceptible to choking on food? I learned this because I've finished Blood Meridian, and was reading McCarthy's musings on the evolution of language as a chaser. Proof, then, that the only truly fitting way to leave this world is to die choking on a book. Perhaps this week's guest can recommend a good one?

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Siliconera Sunday, June 1, 2025 3:00 PM
    

The Tokyo Babylon Ending Remains Striking Over 30 Years Later

Now that Yen Press' run of the CLAMP Premium Collection Tokyo Babylon manga is done, we once again get to see what happened to Subaru and Hokuto Sumeragi and Seishirou Sakurazuka. After all, volume 7 is dedicated completely to the major reveals and 

Editor's Note: There will be spoilers for the Tokyo Babylon manga ending below.

Throughout Tokyo Babylon, CLAMP keeps hinting at things not being exactly right. Seishirou engages in suspicious behavior that proves he not only has his own supernatural abilities and awareness, but may be an onmyouji on par with Subaru. Subaru constantly wears gloves he never takes off. There are times when we'll see him think back to a childhood memory with a mysterious person. Hokuto seems especially aware of something to do with Seishirou, yet pushes him and her brother together. Once we start to get into later volumes, Seishirou's activities become more blatant, and we start hearing about the Sakura Zukamori assassin. 

So Tokyo Babylon volume 7 is completely dedicated to giving us answers, yet with the ending also leaving us completely lost with new questions. The bet between Seishirou and Subaru? It's completely revealed. Seishirou met Subaru when both of them were young and Subaru saw him committing one of his assassinations. Seishirou marked the boy as a possible victim, saying once they'd meet again that Subaru would have one year to get him to fall in love with him. If he failed, Seishirou would kill him. If he succeeded, he'd get to live. But Seishirou claims he failed, and we're confronted with a scene that's blatant torture. 

Considering the violence we've seen throughout Tokyo Babylon, which affected both Subaru and Seishirou in the past, this in itself isn't shocking. Especially paired with CLAMP being realistic and showing the effect of this latest encounter on Subaru after the fact. He's comatose. Completely broken. His mind and body is devastated after Seishirou completely revealed who he is. There's no immediate recovery. We witness exactly how brutal it all was. 

These moments before the end also provide an opportunity for us to see the healthier loving relationships around Subaru. We know at this point that, age difference not withstanding, the primary pairing here is extremely toxic. But Subaru is initially saved because of an act of love and sacrifice by his grandmother. She resorted to extreme lengths to snatch him away from Seishirou, paying a price in the process. Then Hokuto, his twin sister, sets out as a secondary sacrifice to assure his safety after the previous encounter that left him broken. 

But more importantly, we don't get to know what's next. We only know what happened to Hokuto because of CLAMP's narrative and Subaru's ability. We don't see him meet Seishirou again in the ending of volume 7 of the Tokyo Babylon manga. We don't see the inevitable weeks and months it takes him to recover. We even don't see him pick up the pieces. We only see him end up assisting on a final "case" to show that even after everything that happened, he's still using his onmyouji abilities to help others.

I also think the fact that X/1999 remains unfinished helps the Tokyo Babylon ending stand out even further at this point. CLAMP got to offer us some resolution. Further confrontations between Subaru and Seishiro appear, as they meet again. Hokuto is referenced, and we get closure regarding that spell only she could use. But at the same time, we don't get to know what becomes of Subaru. He still doesn't get an ending.

The Tokyo Babylon ending still hits me every time I read it, even years later. There's no mercy in this final volume. CLAMP set up a tragedy, leaving little clues along the way. Some more obvious than others, of course. There's no closure here. No happy ending. Just like real life, things don't come together perfectly. Instead, we see how different choices we've made and people we let in permanently affect our lives even after a short time together. And, because the follow-up work remains unfinished, we just never get to really know what happened to Subaru at the end.

All seven volumes of the CLAMP Premium Collection Tokyo Babylon manga are available via Yen Press.

The post The Tokyo Babylon Ending Remains Striking Over 30 Years Later appeared first on Siliconera.


Destructoid Sunday, June 1, 2025 2:09 PM
    

Cristiano Ronaldo TOTS item in EA FC 25

The TOTS MLS Cup and the TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup objectives are now live in EA FC 25, and Ultimate Team users can unlock some fantastic rewards.

EA Sports has slightly changed the older format of the previous TOTS cups. Instead, we have two separate cups that are easier to complete. However, our job will be doubled with two cups to complete in less than a week, and this guide will provide detailed information about both.

How to complete EA FC 25 TOTS MLS Cup

The TOTS MLS Cup has four tasks, and here are the requirements in EA FC 25.

Task How to Complete Rewards
Play 2 Play 2 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS MLS Cup. 83+ x5 Rare Gold Players Pack
Win 2 Win 2 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS MLS Cup. 83+ x7 Rare Gold Players Pack
Play 5 Play 5 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS MLS Cup. Earn TOTS Honourable Mentions Luciano Acosta. Luciano Acosta TOTS HM
Win 5 Win 5 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS MLS Cup. Earn an EVO Consumable and receive a +1 boost to all stats and OVR, plus a 5*/5* boost. Applicable to all TOTS Player Items (Excluding Evolutions) with a max 94 OVR. TOTS MLS Cup Evo

Completing all the tasks will also unlock a Lionel Messi TOTS item for a duration of five games.

How to complete EA FC 25 TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup

The TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup has four tasks, and here are the requirements.

Task How to Complete Rewards
Play 2 Play 2 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup. 83+ x5 Rare Gold Players Pack
Win 2 Win 2 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup. 83+ x7 Rare Gold Players Pack
Play 5 Play 5 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup. Earn TOTS Honourable Mentions Jhon Durán. Jhon Duran TOTS HM
Win 5 Win 5 matches in the Live Ultimate Team Friendly: TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup. Earn an EVO Consumable and receive a +1 boost to all stats and OVR, plus a 5*/5* boost. Applicable to all TOTS Player Items (Excluding Evolutions) with a max 94 OVR. TOTS ROSHN Saudi Cup Evo

Completing all the tasks will also unlock a Cristiano Ronaldo TOTS item for a duration of five games.

The post All EA FC 25 TOTS MLS and ROSHN Saudi Cup rewards and tasks appeared first on Destructoid.


Destructoid Sunday, June 1, 2025 1:49 PM
    

One of the best cards to use in EA FC 25 El Pibe Evolution

The El Pibe Evolution is now live in EA FC 25, and you can complete this paid option to upgrade one of your lower-rated items.

Costing about 50,000 coins, this evolution is pretty affordable at this stage of the game. It offers some amazing upgrades that ranges between stat boosts, new playstyles, and roles. If you're confused about which cards to use, this guide is here to help clear your dilemmas.

EA FC 25 El Pibe Evolution requirements

Here are the requirements of the El Pibe Evolution in EA FC 25.

  • Max Pos. 3
  • Overall Max. 92
  • Position CB
  • Max PS 10
  • Max PS+ 3
  • Defending Max. 97
  • Physicality Max. 98

EA FC 25 El Pibe Evolution upgrades

There are five levels of upgrades, and here are the requirements.

Level 1 upgrades

  • Rarity In-Progress Evolution
  • Role++ CAM Playmaker++
  • PlayStyle Trickster (^9)
  • Overall +10 (^94)
  • Pace +5 (^91)
  • Agility +30 (^88)
  • Balance +40 (^94)

Level 2 upgrades

  • PlayStyle+ Tiki Taka (^3)
  • PlayStyle Flair (^9)
  • Passing +10 (^94)
  • Ball Control +30
  • Dribbling (attr.) +30 (^92)
  • Composure +40

Level 3 upgrades

  • SM +4 ★
  • PlayStyle+ Incisive Pass (^3)
  • Shooting +10 (^90)
  • Reactions +20 (^88)
  • Aggression +30 (^80)
  • Stamina +50

Level 4 upgrades

  • WF +2 ★ (^4)
  • Role+ CAM Shadow Striker+
  • PlayStyle Long Ball Pass (^9)
  • Dribbling (attr.) +30 (^92)
  • Strength +30 (^80)
  • Ball Control +30

Level 5 upgrades

  • Rarity TOTS Evolution
  • Role++ CAM Classic 10++
  • PlayStyle+ Press Proven (^3)
  • PlayStyle Pinged Pass (^9)
  • Passing +10 (^94)

Level 1 upgrade conditions

  • Play 1 match in any mode using your active EVO player in game.

Level 2 upgrade conditions

  • Win 1 match in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Level 3 upgrade conditions

  • Play 1 match in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Level 4 upgrade conditions

  • Win 1 match in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Level 5 upgrade conditions

  • Play 2 matches in Rush, Rivals, Champions, or Squad Battles on Min. Semi-Pro using your active EVO player in game.

Best players to use in El Pibe Evolution

Here are some of the best players to use in this evolution.

  • Alessandro Del Piero Immortals Icon
  • Zico Immortals Icon
  • Curtis Jones FUT Birthday
  • Xavi Simmons TOTW
  • Neymar Winter Wildcards
  • Pedri LaLiga POTM
  • Ousmane Dembele Globetrotters
  • Marco Reus Flashback
  • Gianfranco Zola Immortals Icon

Your club's evo chain candidates can provide unique solutions exclusive to your Ultimate Team squad.

The post Best players to use in the EA FC 25 El Pibe Evolution appeared first on Destructoid.


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Jun 01, 10:00


PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:39 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We're rummaging around the dressing rooms hoping to find new Dress to Impress codes before they're gone.

What are the new Dress to Impress codes? Look no further if you want to strut your stuff on the catwalk with all the latest fashion accessories. The latest DTI codes grant you the hottest cosmetics to add to your ensemble and create a stunning new look, and it's as simple as entering a code or two.

As the name suggests, Dress to Impress is all about fashion, collecting new clothes, and trying out different styles. Unlike most Roblox games, these DTI codes permanently unlock a set of items to add to your wardrobe. If you're looking for extra freebies, we also have codes for some of the other best Roblox games such as Blox Fruits codes to help you get an edge on the competition. Alternatively, you can check out our list of Dress to Impress outfit ideas.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:23 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We're looking for new Anime Saga codes ahead of UPD 1.

What are some new Anime Saga codes? This semi-traditional Roblox anime grind merges the various aspects of the consistently popular simulator genre into something that's as familiar as it is unknown. Get a head start or reach a new milestone by keeping up with new codes as they drop.

Assuming you're as much of a Roblox fan as we are here, you might want to check out some other titles on the platform once you've redeemed all of the Anime Saga codes. Just want to play the best Roblox games around? Get the most out of the biggest titles right now with some handy freebies via Blox Fruits codes or Blue Lock Rivals codes, just to name a few.

Continue reading Anime Saga codes June 2025
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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:25 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We're waiting for new Huzz RNG codes for the game's impending relaunch and name change.

What's the complete list of Huzz RNG codes? If you want to keep spinning with lady luck firmly on your side, you'll want to keep a close eye on the code list below. Given most Huzz RNG codes barely last a day, checking back often is the key to keeping your rolls blessed with the fortune of a thousand heavens potions.

Pulling off Huzz rolls on a spare device? Check out the main Roblox page for recommendations on what to grind on another. With codes available for most, it's easy to get off to a flying start with Grow a Garden codes and Blox Fruits codes, to name a few. And if you want to see some of your pulls in action, Blue Lock Rivals codes are worth a kick.

Continue reading Huzz RNG codes June 2025
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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:19 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We have new Volleyball Legends codes for UPD 21.

What are the new Volleyball Legends codes? Taking to the volleyball court in this Roblox adventure will have you itching to get ahead of the competition. Inspired by the Haikyuu anime, you'll participate in volleyball matches in teams of six and compete to be the best.

This unofficial, fan-made Roblox game isn't strictly affiliated with Haikyuu, but the imagery and references to the manga series are plain to see. Unlike the latest Blox Fruits codes or Dress to Impress codes, Haikyuu Legends codes won't get you currency, but they can have a direct effect on your skill level in the game, so take note.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:21 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We're looking for new Bubble Gum Simulator Infinity codes for the release of UPD 6 and the Beach Festival.

What are the latest Bubble Gum Simulator Infinity codes? We've scoured Discord, Twitter, and every other social platform the game uses to find new BGSI codes you can use to score some easy freebies. Get the edge in your bubble-blowing adventures by staying on top of new code drops before they expire.

If you're a big Roblox fan, check out the latest codes for other huge games on the platform. We're always on the lookout for new Blue Lock Rivals codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Dress to Impress codes just a name a few. In fact, we have well over 100 Roblox games we're constantly scouting for codes.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:30 AM
    

June 1, 2025: We've added a couple more Dead Spells codes to the list.

What are all of the new Dead Spells codes? Whether it's to score a tasty treat or make your next journey less likely to end in starvation, the list of promos down below will keep your inventory filled with what you need to survive in this new Roblox adventure.

Inspired by Dead Rails, a Roblox game that shows no signs of slowing down, Dead Spells has you roll a class and take to the streets in search of... burgers. Already certain it's not for you? Check out the latest Grow a Garden codes for a chill time, or these Blox Fruits codes to sail the three seas in style.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:16 AM
    

June 1, 2025: Three new Blue Lock Rivals codes are in for the Aiku rework update.

What are the new Blue Lock Rivals codes? While your metavision may let you play the perfect pinpoint pass, you'll need a little extra assistance perceiving all the freebies the Roblox game offers.

Blue Lock Rivals throws you into world soccer's biggest pressure cooker, putting your skills to the test as you channel the playstyles of the hit series' biggest hitters on the field. You'll need to be on your A-game to succeed in this Roblox experience. Read on to find out the anime game's latest codes and how to redeem them.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 7:33 AM
    

It's easy to forget just how much of a Steam megahit Euro Truck Simulator 2 actually is. With tens of thousands of people playing it at any given time, and a 97% rating from over 650,000 user reviews, SCS Software's in-depth cargo hauling sim is still going strong. I for one love turning my brain off and driving across the continent to deliver some precious cargo, and others tend to agree. The future of ETS2 is also looking incredibly bright, as SCS has finally teased a mechanic we've been waiting for.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 6:04 AM
    

More than 20 years later, the original Painkiller is back. A brutal shooter coming off the back of games like Quake, Doom, and Serious Sam, this demonic FPS is one we definitely don't talk about much these days, even though we absolutely should. With some gargantuan bosses, gorgeous levels, and an array of vicious weapons, the game is mostly lost to time. Until now, that is, as this Painkiller RTX mod recently got an update, and it completely revamps the experience to feel entirely new.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:07 AM
    

May 31, 2025: One new SpongeBob Tower Defense code is in for UPD 22.

What are the new SpongeBob Tower Defense codes? Bikini Bottom is in danger and only the sub-aquatic city's goofiest goobers can protect it. From SpongeGar to double Krabby Pattied-up Squidward, there's a wild cast of characters that can be called upon to aid the defense effort.

Of course, these iconic faces come at a cost, requiring you to cough up Gems and Magic Conches to partake in the Roblox game's gacha system. Fortunately, the SpongeBob Tower Defense codes often reward you with these precious materials, so load up Roblox, dive into Bikini Bottom, and use the following codes to keep it safe.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:09 AM
    

May 31, 2025: There's a new Anime Crossover code in to celebrate the release of World 2.

Want the latest Arise Crossover codes? If you're short on cash, gems, boosts, and more, these promo codes for the latest Solo Leveling-inspired Roblox simulator will keep you grinding long into the evening. In this action RPG, you must go on a journey to become the strongest warrior in the land to rid the world of evil.

If you're like us, you most likely play different Roblox games every day, so we highly recommend checking out our Blue Lock Rivals codes, Blox Fruits codes, or Anime Rangers X codes guides. We check well over 100 of the most popular Roblox games for new codes every week, ensuring there's always a steady stream of freebies to consume while you wait for your favorites to update.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:09 AM
    

May 31, 2025: We're looking for new Climb and Jump Tower codes for the World 7 update.

Want new Climb and Jump Tower codes on Roblox? Whether you're scaling Big Ben, soaring down the Eiffel Tower, or recreating a movie stunt down Merdeka 118, slamming in some Climb and Jump Tower codes can minimize the pain of falling off early or help you skip the more troublesome sections of some super tall buildings.

If you play as much Roblox as we do here, you'll want to check out our other Roblox code pages, as we're always on the hunt for the latest redeemable in-game rewards. Blox Fruits codes and Basketball Zero codes are some of the hottest around right now - give them a go to score some time-saving freebies.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:07 AM
    

May 31, 2025: We've cast our line in the hopes of finding new Fisch codes for the Friendly Waters update.

What are the new Fisch codes? Promising the pinnacle of exploration and progression on Roblox, Fisch gets even better when you use the latest working codes for free rewards. After launching in mid-2024, the Stardew-inspired fishing game has become a juggernaut, amassing tens of millions of visits.

Just like when using Fishing Simulator codes, getting extra items or currency will make the Roblox angling experience far easier since you'll be able to access or buy upgrades much faster. That's even the case when trying out Meme Sea codes, too. This quick and easy Fisch guide will tell you about all the free rewards you can get so far.

Continue reading Fisch codes June 2025
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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:09 AM
    

May 31, 2025: A new Brainrot Evolution update means a renewed search for new codes.

Want new Brainrot Evolution codes? We can help you keep up your dependency on the latest and greatest memes out there. Get free EXP Potions, coins, gems, and everything else you might need to evolve your favorite brainrot character with the latest codes.

If you're on the lookout for other Roblox adventures, check out the latest codes for other huge games on the platform. We're always hunting for new Blue Lock Rivals codes, Blox Fruits codes, and Meme Sea codes. We have well over 100 Roblox games we're always keeping a watchful eye on to ensure we have the latest freebies ready to go.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:09 AM
    

May 31, 2025: With the patch now live, we're busy looking for new Grow a Garden codes for the Bizzy Bees update.

What's the complete list of Grow a Garden codes? Since it is potentially the biggest Roblox game of all time in terms of active players, you'll definitely want new codes for Grow a Garden to help, well… grow your garden! Get loads of free seed packs and other boosts by redeeming each new code before it expires.

Given it's an AFK type game—and by that we mean your garden continues to grow while you're offline—it makes sense to turn your attention to other Roblox games while your plants mature. For freebies elsewhere, look to our guides on King Legacy codes, Climb and Jump codes, and maybe even Basketball Legends codes if you're the sporty type.

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PCGamesN Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:09 AM
    

May 31, 2025: We have a couple new Basketball Zero codes this weekend.

What are the new Basketball Zero codes? Stemming from a collaboration with the original owner of smash-hit Roblox sports game Blue Lock Rivals, the legendary developer is now letting you shoot hoops with anime icons big and small.

If Roblox is your main source of play, do consider checking out our Blue Lock Rivals codes, Volleyball Legends codes, or Anime Rangers X codes guides. We check more than 100 of the most popular Roblox games for new codes constantly, helping to ensure there's always a steady stream of freebies to grab while you wait for your favorite titles to update.

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Twinfinite Sunday, June 1, 2025 9:21 AM
    
Free in-game Cash? That's what the Arise Crossover codes are here for.

Twinfinite Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:57 AM
    
Brothers of the mine rejoice!

Twinfinite Sunday, June 1, 2025 8:04 AM
    
If you've seen Kill la Kill and Highschool DxD, then sure, you deserve Huzz RNG codes.

Twinfinite Sunday, June 1, 2025 6:48 AM
    
It's time to turn an isle into a beautiful haven! Use Build An Island! codes to gather resources in no time.

Siliconera Sunday, June 1, 2025 9:00 AM
    

Takahashi from the Bike Shop Is My Cozy Manga

So Takahashi from the Bike Shop, a shojo slice-of-life manga from Arare Matsumushi, is one of those love stories that you can settle in, enjoy, and get cozy with due to how low-key it is. Yes, there's some anxiety about the relationship in the first volume as characters define things and Panko gets used to Ryouhei. However, by the end of it and throughout the second volume, we're seeing a strong foundation being built between a couple that could really work. 

Editor's Note: There are some mild spoilers for volume 2 of the Takahashi from the Bike Shop manga below.

The end of the first volume of Takahashi from the Bike Shop and start of the second volume of the manga mainly focuses on how Panko is overthinking things and adjusting to the new potential relationship and her feelings. Like clearly, she's now dating Ryouhei. There are mutual feelings that are obvious to Ryouhei and the reader. But she's just taking a moment. Which is relatable and fine! It happens. Where Matsumushi takes a turn from other shojo manga is that this doesn't get stretched out to a full, uncomfortable volume or two of "will they or won't they" moments. Instead, Panko realizes at work while fantasizing and shutting down a jerk coworker that yes, she likes him, and she wants to date him. 

This means when she does go out with Ryouhei again, following a meal with her work friend Kimi and her partner Suruga, there's no ambiguity. The new couple defines what they are. They enjoy their time together. He notices she's a bit upset about an upcoming change. She treats him to a shirt he wanted. It's just comfortable and pleasant to see a couple who is behaving in such a healthy, mature manner. 

Honestly, I also love how mature Takahashi from the Bike Shop is, but how the manga approaches even serious situations in a cozy and comfortable manner. Panko sees people misjudging Ryouhei or treating people unfairly, and she starts speaking up because of the influence of her new boyfriend. I mean, I'd even consider it as her realizing it doesn't matter what people think of her. Only the opinions of folks who count, like him and her friend Kimi. She's 30! Who cares about them! Do what makes her happy! And, in turn, reading that makes me happy. 

This extends to another situation. There's something of a tragedy that happens at the end of the second volume of Takahashi from the Bike Shop. Ryouhei completely steps up and volunteers to help Panko and her mother. Even though it means he needs to go out of his way, as well as encounter a traumatic situation of his own. He goes all out for his partner and his kindness makes something sad a little more bearable. Then, in turn, Panko comforts him in her own way. They're able to be there for each other.

Maybe it's because Panko is an older protagonist or due to the fact that this is a slice-of-life manga with so little drama, but Takahashi from the Bike Shop is a shojo series that makes me feel all cozy and happy. Both Panko and Ryouhei are pretty secure individuals by the time we get to the second volume. She's still way more anxious about things than he is, so he's coming across as the more mature one. But we get a sense that this is a real partnership with both people invested in, helping out, respecting, and caring for each other. It's refreshingly mature and grown-up about things.

Volumes 1 and 2 of Takahashi from the Bike Shop are available now via Yen Press, and volume 3 of the manga will debut on October 28, 2025. 

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Destructoid Sunday, June 1, 2025 5:03 AM
    

chopper live action one piece design

Netflix has revealed a first look at the live-action Chopper that'll appear in the second season of One Piece, and we have to say, we are pleasantly surprised by what we have seen so far.

Not much had been known about the design for some time until this shadow drop, but after watching the video, seeing how Chopper is animated, interacts, and talks. It's a pretty faithful recreation of the lovable reindeer doctor in our eyes.

But see for yourself.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rT0r90co_EA

Netflix announced that actor Mikaela Hoover (Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3, Superman) provided Chopper's voice and also handled the motion-capture for the character during the Netflix 2025 Tudum stream. Season two will also see a host of new actors, playable characters from the Alabasta arc of the manga, with some of the more notable characters including:

  • Charithra Chandran as Miss Wednesday/Nefertari Vivi
  • Joe Manganiello as Mr. 0/Crocodile
  • Lera Abova as Miss All Sunday/Robin
  • Katey Sagal as Dr. Kureha
  • Mark Harelik as Dr. Hiriluk
  • Brendan Sean Murray as Brogy
  • Callum Kerr as Smoker
  • Clive Russell as Crocus
  • Julia Rehwald as Tashigi
  • David Dastmalchian as Mr. 3
  • Rigo Sanchez as Dragon
  • Rob Colletti as Wapol
  • Ty Keogh as Dalton

Not everyone is convinced by the first look of Chopper, though, if initial comments are anything to go by, so I wanted to ask what you, the reader, think of the redesign. Is it a faithful recreation? Are there things that don't sit right with you? I want to hear your opinion.

The over consensus I've been seeing is that the design doesn't reflect a certain pre-timeskip design Chopper had and feels like a mix of multiple designs all thrown into one. I don't really see an issue with it myself, and the smaller teaser has honestly made me want to see more of the character. Like, what will his different forms look like? Such as his human form and all his Rumble Ball forms. I need to know!

Let me know in the comments below what you think about the design.

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Destructoid Sunday, June 1, 2025 2:55 AM
    

Mario Kart World characters driving on grass

It's finally June! Which means we are ready to discuss all the lovely games coming out over the next month and see which you are most excited for. And honestly, we are pretty spoilt for choice this time around.

The Switch 2 is the main focus this month, but for those who can't afford it, or can't find a pre-order, or aren't interested in the new console, there are still plenty of games coming out this month to wrap your head around and enjoy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9flte56erE8&ab_channel=NintendoofAmerica

A quick rundown of some of the bigger AAA and indie game releases this month includes:

June 2025 Game Releases Release Date
Nintendo Switch 2 Release June 5
Mario Kart World June 5
Nintendo Gamecube Switch 2 Classics June 5
Deltarune Chapter 3 + 4 June 5
Dune: Awakening (EA June 5) June 10
MindsEye June 10
Rainbow Six Siege X June 10
FNAF: Secret of the Mimic June 13
Date Everything June 17
REMATCH June 19
Bitcraft June 20
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach June 26

So with everything releasing above, and things I haven't listed, I have to wonder. What games are you most looking forward to this month, gang? For me, Deltarune and Mario Kart World are my personal highlights, but we also have a new FNAF game, the release of the next Death Stranding title, and a bunch of other games.

It really does feel like a mega June with everything going on, so it feels a bit overwhelming. We haven't even mentioned Summer Games Fest and Steam Next Fest, which are happening this month as well. Pokémon Go Fest Global is also happening between June 28 to 29 to end off the month on a super high, so it really does feel like there is something for everyone.

Either way, let me know in the comments below which June game you are most looking forward to and why, especially if there is a game you think I might have missed out on in my list.

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Jun 01, 04:00


Destructoid Saturday, May 31, 2025 9:06 PM
    

BitLife group of students

In BitLife, becoming president of a school club is often a great path to pursuing careers in acting, music, modeling, and more. In the case of acting, joining your school's drama club is the way to go, letting you boost your acting skills each year as you age up.

How to join a Drama Club in BitLife

You'll have two chances to join your school's drama club in BitLife. The first option is available in middle school, accessible by selecting School, Middle School, and then Activities. From here, you have a chance to find the drama club as you scroll through the list. It isn't guaranteed, but the odds are higher than most other clubs. There's also a chance you'll find it in high school a few years later.

BitLife drama club
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However, not just anyone can join the drama club. First, you need high grades. Having high smarts stats is the easiest way to raise your grades, but you can also work hard to study each year to increase them gradually. Once you reach around 70 percent, you'll be allowed to join the club.

How to become president of the school's Drama Club in BitLife

Although you only need high grades to join the drama club, becoming the president requires having strong acting skills. You can take acting lessons by heading into Activities, Mind and Body, and Acting Lessons. Make sure to apply as soon as you enter Middle or Secondary school.

BitLife Drama Club president message
Screenshot by Destructoid

If you don't have Bitizenship or the Movie Star special career pack, you'll have to watch ads each time you take these classes. You also have to get approval from your character's parents or wait until you reach adulthood. The latter means you won't get the chance to join the drama club and become president, so make sure your character's parents say yes as soon as you ask.

Each time you take acting lessons, your acting skills will slowly increase. If you have the Acting special talent from the Movie Star career pack, you'll see a much larger boost with each lesson. You don't need to max your acting skills, but having around 50 percent mastery is usually enough.

It's also important to join the drama club as soon as possible. If you wait until your last year, you won't have enough time to become president, even if you have high acting skills. The sooner you join, the higher your odds of being nominated to become president. More often than not, they'll ask you to become secretary or vice president first before making you president in your final year.

Agreeing to the role will enable you to become president of the drama club, allowing you to complete relevant achievements and challenges, as well as pursue future career aspirations. One of the best uses for this is for completing BitLife's Trailblazing Superstar challenge, but the acting skill boost from joining can also benefit your character's movie and TV star success if you pursue this career path.

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