GamersHeroes Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:02 PM Scarlet Moon, together with composer Osamu Kubota, have announced the release of the Parry Nightmare Original Game Soundtrack on all major streaming platforms. The post Parry Nightmare Original Game Soundtrack Now Available on All Major Streaming Platforms appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:15 PM The team at iam8bit is bringing the heat with a number of Mystery Bundles that feature different surprise assortments. The post iam8bit Mystery Bundles Announced appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
GamersHeroes Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:11 PM SEGA, together with McLaren Racing, have announced a new multi-year partnership with the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog. The post McLaren Racing and SEGA Announce Sonic the Hedgehog Partnership appeared first on GamersHeroes. |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:00 PM  Steam's annual and massive summer sale is live! If you've been waiting to buy a copy of Schedule I, RoboCop: Rogue City, Borderlands 3, Anno 1800, Metro Exodus, or Dead By Daylight, this sale is for you. And if you wanted some other games instead, well, odds are they are on sale as well. It's a pretty big sale. |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:47 PM  The first time I heard RuPaul's voice introduce the Tiny Chef cooking show, starring a Gumbi-like green fur-ball that slobbers over his words like a St. Bernard chewing baseballs, I knew it was going to be something special. Less than three years and 41 episodes later it's been unexpectedly canceled by Nickelodeon,… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:42 PM  There are hundreds of equipment materials to gather in Monster Hunter Wilds, all of which can be used towards forging new armor and weapons. Whether you need a common ore or a unique item, it can be tough to keep track of everything. The best way to mitigate that issue is by using the Wishlist. |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:30 PM  My friends and I spent 10 hours dying to last week's Everdark Sovereign overhaul of the Gaping Jaw before finally killing the lightning bird late one night, long past the point when we should have all gone to bed. Now Elden Ring Nightreign is back with a new boss for players to take on, but thankfully this one is a… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:15 PM  At the beginning of every run in Monster Train 2, you have to choose the two best clans to take with you. But with such a wide variety of them, and the ability to mix and match, it's hard to decide on which ones to bring with you. For our money, these two are the best clans to bring with you on your journey to heaven. |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:10 PM The post-Super-Earth invasion reprieve for Helldivers 2 players appears to be over as a new threat emerges: jetpack Hulks. A new Major Order contained a stealth update to the heavily armored Automatons that makes them more lethal than ever. Players aren't sure whether to cheer or cry. Mostly they're pointing… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:35 PM  For several decades, Pixar was the king of animated filmmaking. Its run from the '90s to the mid-2010s was marked by the kind of dazzling creative output that makes you believe art isn't dead and was so inspiring, it no doubt made many consider pivoting careers into animation. The decade that's followed has been… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:50 PM  Everyone's favorite blue, furry alien is coming back for more shenanigans in Hawaii. Lilo and Stitch 2 is officially in the works at Disney. |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:25 PM  In the last couple of weeks, Adventure Gamers—a beloved game site dedicated to point-and-click adventure gaming since 1998—has become a cruel pastiche of its former self. The site, primarily run by volunteers and enthusiasts, has fought for the much-maligned adventure gaming genre through thick and thin for almost… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:35 AM  Bundled in with the likes of The Shivering Isles and the Fighters' Stronghold, Knights of the Nine is an expansion featuring a Cyrodiil-spanning questline following an order of heavenly knights. Though it's somewhat short, as a quest it's heavy on walking. Seriously, if you don't use any fast-travel points across the… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:00 AM  Mario Kart World's big open map is one of the major things that sets it apart from the rest of the franchise, but it's also become a real drag for fans who just want to have traditional three-lap races around their favorite tracks online. A workaround was soon discovered, a sneaky way that let people always guarantee… |
Kotaku Thursday, June 26, 2025 9:00 AM  I've played over 12 hours of MindsEye, the new semi-open-world action game from former longtime Grand Theft Auto producer Leslie Benzies. I finished it. I reached its terrible ending after pushing through countless bugs, horrible performance issues, and so many boring phone calls. And yet, after all that, if you were… |
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PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:38 PM If you're looking for a soothing and memorable open-world game, one that strikes out from the modern trends of objective spam and map clutter, you won't want to miss this week's Epic Games Store free game. Sable, the 2021 adventure game created by indie studio Shedworks, is available free to keep right now, and that makes it an easy recommendation. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: The best indie games on PC, The best relaxing games on PC, The best open-world games on PC |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:32 PM What are the new Umamusume Pretty Derby codes? Welcome to the racecourse! Now finally available on PC around the globe, the famed anime horse girl racing game is flying out of the gate. And while launch day rewards are aplenty, new Umamusume Pretty Derby game codes are set to be another fantastic way to keep your bipedal mares and fillies in tip-top shape. Looking for more ways to try your luck after playing Umamusume: Pretty Derby? Saddle up with the best gacha games on PC. With more and more making the jump from mobile, there's no shortage of free pulls and daily grind rabbitholes to dive down. Take Persona 5 The Phantom X codes, for example. That launched day and date with this one. Continue reading Umamusume Pretty Derby codes June 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best gacha games, Best PC games you can play on mobile, Best new games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:30 PM Finding the best Fortnite settings is a tricky endeavour, largely because the built-in auto-detect feature can't be trusted. It ignores the importance of a buttery smooth frame rate in favor of simply maxing out the graphical settings to make the game look as good as possible. Having the best graphics card that money can buy would be overkill for a game like Fortnite, with optimized settings being the real key to success, and this is where we can help. If your in-game settings are too high for your PC, this can cause problems with your frame rate, but this can be easily avoided. However, before you even boot the game, it's best to check out the Fortnite system requirements to double-check that your gaming PC is up to the task from the get-go. Continue reading Best Fortnite settings for PC and Steam Deck MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Fortnite map, Fortnite skins, Fortnite weapons |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:23 PM The Persona 5 Phantom X system requirements are welcome news to gacha enthusiasts with a budget or older gaming PC, as you won't need the latest and greatest hardware to start playing. While it's clear you won't need the best graphics card to play the game, you'll need to consider making some room on your hard drive for a chunky game file. Persona 5 The Phantom X is quite the mouthful in terms of its title, and this free-to-play game has already got fans playing in record numbers for the Persona series. Continue reading Persona 5 The Phantom X system requirements MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:17 PM I'm a sucker for a DIY project, so this homemade Steam Deck controller is right up my alley. Using some spare parts, a 3D printer, and plenty of patient trial and error, a hardware modder has put together his own take on a Steam Controller 2, complete with trackpads and a chassis that splits into two parts, taking inspiration directly from Nintendo in the process. It's been a while since fresh Steam Controller 2 rumors gave any hint of an official new game controller from Valve, leaving modders like this one to take matters into their own hands. This controller shares a number of features you'd see in the Steam Deck, with the joysticks, d-pads, and trackpads all placed in a very similar layout to what you'd find in the best handheld out there right now. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best graphics card, Best gaming PC, Best SSD for gaming |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:17 PM When is the Dead by Daylight anniversary event 2025? Every year, to celebrate the original release date of the asymmetrical horror game, players are invited to a very twisted masquerade. This year is no different, and the annual anniversary event is back this June, though it does mark the last Dead By Daylight Twisted Masquerade ever. During the Dead by Daylight ninth anniversary livestream on May 27, 2025, you might have been focused on the FNAF chapter details, but there was another ground-breaking announcement: this year's Twisted Masquerade is the last. We've been promised something new and exciting for the tenth anniversary of the horror game, but this year we need to make the most of Trixie and her bag of tricks while we still can. Here's everything we know about the Twisted Masquerade 2025. Continue reading DBD Twisted Masquerade 2025 event, rewards, and more MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:15 PM PCGamesN serves up all of the latest videogame news to millions of readers across the globe every month. If you know your League of Legends from your Dota, or you prefer whiling away the hours in World of Warcraft or Civilization, then we want to hear from you. Continue reading We're hiring! PCGamesN is looking for a Deputy News Editor |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:10 PM What are the best farming games on PC? There's something about the repetitive nature of tilling and planting a field. Witnessing the slow payoff of your crops growing makes you feel in tune with nature - even if you are still sitting in front of your computer screen. The best farming games on PC can vary a lot in genre and gameplay, but all eventually come down to getting your hands dirty. Some of the best PC games that include farming are meant to be experienced alone and focus on the relationships between your protagonist and a cast of local characters. Others, like multiplayer games Staxel and Farm Together, are all about building something with friends and the fun of creating something together that's more than a prewritten story, so the genre is still full of variation. Whether they're cute and casual town games like Stardew Valley or more realistic business ventures like the Farming Simulator series, we've found a mix of the best farming games that should hit every quadrant of the agricultural games graph. Continue reading The best farming games on PC 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Minecraft seeds, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:39 PM When is the Prologue release date? If you're a fan of PUBG Battlegrounds and you've been keeping an eye on PlayerUnknown himself, then chances are you're desperate to find out what Brendan Greene is up to. Well, you're not alone, and we've got the latest updates on Prologue and Project Artemis. After our exclusive Prologue preview, it's clear that Greene has left his battle royale game roots behind him to create the foundations for new and innovative open-world games. At its core, Prologue offers a huge open world you can explore at your own pace. But what it means is much, much more - especially if his team can pull it off. Here's everything you need to know. Continue reading Prologue game release date window, trailers, and latest news MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best survival games, Best open-world games, Best single player games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:12 PM June 26, 2025: With maintenance now complete and Eternal Night - Yeli now available, we've slotted her into a preliminary spot on the tier list pending further testing. What's the Etheria Restart tier list of the best characters? We've put our heads together and conversed with fans to test the best Etheria Restart characters and which ones to reroll for. The launch day tier list is subject to change as the game progresses, but it's a good guideline for getting the most bang for your buck early on. Whether you're looking for more gacha games to play or feel like jumping back into those you've neglected, check out our other character ranking guides. We have a Honkai Star Rail tier list, a Wuthering Waves tier list, and a Genshin Impact tier list all ready to help you out. Continue reading Etheria Restart tier list - best characters and reroll guide MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Etheria Restart codes, Etheria Restart tier list, Best multiplayer games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:19 PM What are the Palworld bosses? These powerful Pals are under the command of skilled Pal Tamers who don't take kindly to newcomers. While they certainly pose a challenge, we've got the boss strategies you need to take all of the main bosses down without breaking a sweat. We've also got a collection of the free-roaming boss Pals to keep an eye out for while you're busy exploring Palpagos Island. The main boss challenges in Palworld require you to defeat the Palworld Pals and their Tamers within a set time limit, so maximizing your damage output is key. If you're having trouble, Palworld multiplayer can certainly help, especially if you're part of a community-driven Palworld server. Eliminating a Palworld boss for the first time nets you Palworld Technology points, which are invaluable for expanding your Palworld base. So, whether you're looking to progress in the Pokemon PC game or you just want to put your Palworld fighting prowess to the test, here's every Palworld boss and how to beat them. Continue reading All Palworld bosses in order and how to beat them MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Palworld bosses, Palworld map, Palworld settings |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:59 AM Balatro has swiftly become the indie king of the crossover. Sure, triple-A behemoths like Fortnite and Call of Duty are groaning with collaboration skins and events, but LocalThunk's exceptional roguelike card game has already linked up with the likes of Cyberpunk 2077, Fallout, and Assassin's Creed to create some themed card art. However, the tables have turned for its latest crossover, because it's Balatro being injected into another world rather than the other way around. The game in question is Dying Light 2, and the results are, well, horrifying. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Dying Light 2 review, Dying Light 2 factions, Best zombie games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:55 AM New extraction RPG Dungeon Stalkers is running a final playtest on Steam, and you can unlock a character that will last into its early-access launch. The dark fantasy dungeon crawler promises to offer a slightly different twist on games like Dark and Darker by putting its primary focus on PvE, and boasts a distinctive, game-altering feature that will keep everyone on even footing. As it gears up for launch, developer Oneuniverse has kicked off a new public playtest. MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best RPG games, Best multiplayer games, Best fantasy games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:53 AM How do you get free Robux? If you've spent any time playing Roblox, you'll know that this digital playground is designed to create and share your custom games, avatar items, and worlds with the community. However, these creations often come with a price tag, and you'll need Robux to purchase a new outfit. Finding free Robux can be tricky business in Roblox. We don't want you or anyone falling for scams, and normally, I'd say if something is free, then what's the catch? But the thing is, with Scrambly, there is no catch. You can genuinely get Roblox gift cards in exchange for playing mobile games. Easy peasy. For a new game to play, check out our list of the best Roblox games you can play right now. Continue reading Free Robux - the only safe way to get it legitimately MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:45 AM What are the best life games on PC? Well, it depends on what you're looking for and what kind of fantasy you envision. As we look ahead to the likes of Paralives and The Sims 5, we've built some alternative lives in a range of the latest and greatest life sims so we can guide you to the best one to make your dreams a (virtual) reality. There's more here than just farming and dating – though there's plenty of that as well. Like life itself, life simulation games come in all forms, and while your mind might leap to games like The Sims 4 and other staples of the genre, there are a host of inventive takes on the formula. Some of the best PC games that imitate life probe what it means to be alive, while others simply let you bake, date, or live as a witch. Be they adjacent to management games, farming games, or dating sims, here are the best life games in 2025. Continue reading The 16 best life games on PC in 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Disney games, What's the next Dreamlight Valley update?, Disney Dreamlight Valley guide |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:29 AM June 26, 2025 We checked for new DBD codes and removed an expired one from our list. What are the latest DBD codes? These freebie-granting DBD rewards can reward you with anything from a few bonus Bloodpoints to help prestige the latest character, to new and exclusive in-game cosmetics, so it's crucial you get them while they're live. There are more ways to customize your game than ever with DBD badges and banners, but there are still occasional rewards for items for your DBD killers and survivors, too. All of them let you show off your style, while Dead by Daylight Bloodpoints and Rift Fragments help your in-game progress, so there are always plenty of goodies to be had. Some of these Dead by Daylight codes are ongoing though, so you may have snapped them up already. Continue reading DBD codes June 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: DBD killer tier list, Best horror games, DBD codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:31 AM What are the best Fallout New Vegas mods? Despite being over a decade old, Fallout New Vegas enjoys a thriving modding scene that has stood the test of time. In the 12 or so years since we first took our first step in the Mojave Wasteland, some talented people have been tinkering with it until it becomes an entirely different beast. There are years of mods to sift through, but we've managed to round up our favorites, the best mods that Fallout New Vegas has to offer, and popped them into this useful little list. Some add new textures to the RPG game, while others add new quests or even entirely new campaigns. Continue reading The best Fallout New Vegas mods MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Fallout New Vegas mods, Fallout 5 release date, Best RPG games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:10 AM What are the free games on the Epic Games Store this week? Each week in 2025, Epic is giving away free games for you to own forever. These games are separate to the free-to-play games available on the store, and you only have one week to claim them. Epic has given away over $10,000 worth of games since 2018, and it doesn't look like they're going to stop any time soon. It's worth checking in each week to see which games are on offer. Occasionally, you can even redeem in-game goodies and exclusive items for your favorite free PC games. Let's take a look at the free Epic games right now, and what to expect from upcoming games on the Epic Games Store. Continue reading Free Epic games this week June 2025 |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:32 AM When is the Resident Evil 9 release date? 2026 marks the 30th anniversary of Capcom's beloved survival horror series, and it stands to reason that the next installment is as much a look back at what came before as it is another step forward. The official reveal at Summer Game Fest was as good a confirmation as any. RE9, otherwise known as Resident Evil Requiem, takes us back to Raccoon City for the first time following its destruction at the end of RE3. It's one of the most iconic horror game locations and holds a lot of memories for Resident Evil's characters, history, and fans. Prepare for this zombie-infested trip down memory lane with everything we know about the RE9 release date, including the latest trailers, news, and story predictions. Continue reading Resident Evil 9 release date, trailers, story, and gameplay MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best horror games, Best survival games, Best zombie games |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:44 AM What are the best Palworld mods? Everyone knows the universal way of improving any game is to add mods to it, and open-world games like Palworld are no exception. Games such as Palworld usually attract modders for multiple reasons, from streamlining different mechanics to make things easier, to adding entirely new creatures, enemies, and environments. The Palworld modding community has developed several innovative tweaks to the open-world game to make the gameplay much better. From tweaking the HUD to snap the perfect picture, to adjusting the variables to keep you flying for longer in the RPG game, here are some of the best mods in Palworld as well as how to install them. Continue reading Best Palworld mods and how to install MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Palworld bosses, Palworld map, Palworld settings |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:13 AM Which games are coming out in 2025? If you're anything like us, your time is already stretched trying to play all the great games out right now, and the year isn't slowing down any time soon. Hope and anticipation, agony and elation - the endless cycle of emotions we go through during the annual PC release schedule. Year in and year out, videogames are produced in such varying degrees of quality that not a single one of them is destined for certain success. Some of the best PC games of all time release alongside utter disasters, series are born while others dwindle, and occasionally a game lives up to our expectations. Below, you'll find all the upcoming PC games to keep on your radar, and it's wildly varied. There are racing games, story games, city builders, and more, plus all of their expected release dates. Continue reading Upcoming PC games 2025 and beyond MORE FROM PCGAMESN: GTA 6 release date, GTA 6 map, GTA 6 soundtrack |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:56 AM June 26, 2025: Read up on the next Grow a Garden update ahead of this Saturday's release. When is the next Grow a Garden update? Grow a Garden has quickly become the biggest Roblox game of all time with over two million active players. Fighting through the noise of anime RPGs and obbys, this tycoon game stands out in a field of its own thanks to its relaxing farming sim gameplay and idle progress. Another reason for the Roblox game's immense popularity might be the creator's dedication to providing regular content updates. New Grow a Garden pets, seeds, mutations, and more are added every week, making it one of the best Roblox games around. If your garden is full of watermelons and bamboo right now, you might be wondering which new GaG seeds to grab during the next Grow a Garden update, so here's what we know so far Continue reading Next Grow a Garden update release date, schedule, and details MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:49 AM What are the Persona 5 The Phantom X class answers? If you're being grilled for daydreaming in class and want to prove to the teacher that you're a straight-shooting A-Grade student, here are the P5X class answers you'll need to ace the semester. Not that it matters. More on that in a bit. Conscious of your ability to stomp the Persona 5 The Phantom X story without breaking the bank? Use Persona 5 The Phantom X codes for freebies, or rely on our Persona 5 The Phantom X tier list to avoid pumping precious upgrade materials into characters set to be pushed aside by the next banner. Looking for yet another gacha game? Here are the best gacha games on PC right now. Continue reading All Persona 5 The Phantom X class answers MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Persona 5 The Phantom X codes, Persona 5 The Phantom X tier list, Best turn-based RPGs |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:58 AM What's the Persona 5 The Phantom X tier list for launch? Now available worldwide after a successful run in the CN and JP regions, the global release of P5X features a slightly different launch lineup. And while the strongest character is who you're likely expecting, rooting for a single unit is far from the best angle. Get the bigger picture with this P5X tier list. It'll be interesting to see how the meta changes in Persona 5 The Phantom X over the coming weeks and months. Looking to get into some of the other best gacha games? Just need a refresher course on the best units around? Check out our HSR tier list for more turn-based battles, or our Genshin Impact tier list if you're looking to mix things up with real-time brawls in vibrant open worlds. Continue reading Persona 5 The Phantom X tier list - best characters and reroll guide MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Persona 5 The Phantom X codes, Persona 5 The Phantom X tier list, Best turn-based RPGs |
PCGamesN Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:46 AM What are the best Fallout 4 mods on PC? Despite having been around for nearly a decade, Fallout 4 remains one of the most popular games in the series, thanks in no small part to its vibrant modding community. With the Fallout TV series spiking interest in the Bethesda series again, what better time than to jump back in with more modded gameplay? Thanks to mods like these, RPG games like Fallout 4 enjoy such longevity after launch. To celebrate the weird and wonderful creations of the Fallout 4 mod community, we've picked more than 50 of the best Fallout 4 mods to get you on your way to a more interesting Boston Wasteland. If that's not enough tinkering for you, check out our list of Fallout 4 console commands, which give you even more customization in one of the best PC games around. Continue reading Best Fallout 4 mods 2025 MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best Fallout 4 mods, Fallout 5 release date, Best games like Fallout |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 4:00 PM  Do you… do you hear that? Can you feel it? That disgusting, gnawing feeling, a shiver down your spine because you know it's coming for you… the Steam summer sale… Friends, Romans, country(insert pronoun here), it is unfortunately that time of year again, that time where you look at all of those games in your wishlist as you try to figure out which deal is the best, and which to leave for the next inevitable sale. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:30 PM  We're always on the lookout for the best gaming laptop deals. Nothing comes close to matching the freedom of firing up your favorite competitive FPS and screaming at your screen in the middle of a coffee shop when your teammates don't do what they should be (it's definitely not a me problem). |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:27 PM  I think Nuclear Throne is one of those games that will always be at least just a little bit relevant, in some shape or form. There are other indie games I'd rather play more than it from its era, but it kind of feels like the best representation of that period in indie games too. Throwback pixel art, a unique spin on both bullet hells and roguelike, a bangin' soundtrack, it's got the right mix of things to help it stand the test of time. And here we are now, the game approaching its 10th anniversary, arriving with a new update. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:06 PM  Sloclap's foot-to-ball game Rematch is very good, and has been doing very well, with over three million sales to date, but some of us yet grieve for a time when kicks were reserved for torsos and limbs. Which is to say, some of us have been hoping that Sloclap might return to the martial arts realm in which it has hitherto made waves. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:22 PM  This article on a free update for train factory strategy game Railgrade is the absolute height of presumption, for we have never actually covered Railgrade before, even though it came out ONE MILLION YEARS AGO in October 2023. I cannot hear your cries of outrage and scorn, however, for my ears are filled with the otherworldly whistle of speeding locomotives. The locos wail to me of a brand new campaign encompassing 11 missions and nine hours of playtime. Did you play Railgrade? Do you wish there were more of it? Well, stop carping about our spotty coverage and get this patch down your trousers, then. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:44 AM  Right, so, you've read the headline. There's now a Cyberpunk 2077 mod that adds a rubbish chute to Megabuilding H10 with full animations and everything, so that you can exit V's default flat via a big slide down to ground level. It's a totally unnecessary thing for someone to have spend time adding to a video game. It's a totally unnecessary thing for a person to download and add to a video game they've bought. It's also totally glorious, to the point that none of that other stuff matters a jot. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:34 AM  Every couple of years, I remember gaming laptops exist, repressing the shame and horror at my own coverage failures deep enough to focus on the flat-folding PCs that are out there. And, more importantly, which amongst them is worth buying. This time, let us consider the three most frame-abundant laptop GPUs in Nvidia's current stable: the GeForce RTX 5090, RTX 5080, and RTX 5070 Ti, all namesakes of their variably desirable desktop counterparts, and very likely the graphics chips du jour if you're looking at the speedier end of the notebook market. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:20 AM  Ark 2, the troubled sequel to dino husbandry survival game Ark: Survival Evolved, will "hopefully" launch into early access by 2027, according to Studio Wildcard co-founder Jeremy Stieglitz. The key question appears to be when to shift the focus away from Ark: Survival Ascended, the original Ark's Unreal Engine 5 revamp, which launched in early access in 2023. Also, designing a Soulslike combat system is hard. |
Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Thursday, June 26, 2025 9:18 AM  Ok, so you remember how Stellar Blade arrived on PC and immediately there were more smutty mods than you could shake a fleshy stick at? Well, the new Zone Kit modding tools Stalker 2 got as part of yesterday's big patch have done something similar, but with memey jank. |
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A new indie Vtuber by the name of Yubari Rei is about to debut at 3:30am PT/6:30am ET on July 4, 2025, and she'll release her first teaser PV at 3:30am PT/6:30am ET on June 27, 2025. While she will be a Japanese performer, her social media account features English messages and there are full English subtitles available for her initial video released back on June 14, 2025. In that teaser, a "boss" refers to her repeatedly as Rei-chan.
The first teaser offered more insight into the mindset of Yubari Rei. We only hear her voice as she explained she's looking for a new job. She explained, "I know I quit, but I just feel a bit restless." In the segment, the new performer also noted, "The work was really tough, but I was surrounded by amazing people. So I really, really enjoyed the job." The boss character in that video also mentioned, "Weren't you a YouTuber or something?" She then replied in that skit, "My job was related to YouTube." She also suggests this could be a monthly thing for her in terms of a schedule, as near the end of the video she said, "I'll only do advertising once a month."
Here's that first "Cafe Duty: My Unexpected New Gig" teaser. English subtitles are available via closed captions.
As for the "It's your capable, beautiful bar owner, Yubari Rei" video, the placeholder for it is up as well. That will be a full video, not a stream, that debuts on June 27, 2025. Given the first PV had English subtitles if you selected closed captions and the description for this one has English translations via Blub, this one will likely offer an English option as well.
As for the debut livestream, that is set for July 4, 2025. The placeholder for that is available. The description for that is entirely in Japanese, so don't expect any translations.
New indie Vtuber Yubari Rei will officially debut and reveal her teaser PV at 3:30am PT/6:30am ET on June 27, 2025.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:00 PM
Kotobukiya started taking pre-orders for the Eiselin Burchelli Meijal Hulkenberg figure it announced, and it turns out she'll be a 22,000円/$199.99 item. She'll show up in Japan in January 2026, with a US release expected in February 2026. There will also be an additional facial expression available to those of us who buy directly through the company.
Extra face plate aside, the Hulkenberg figure is a static, 1/7 scale one. She'll stand at almost a foot tall (300mm). She wields her polearm from the game, given she represents the Knight Archetype at the very outset. She wears her standard outfit from the game and stands atop a red base that matches her hair. If the additional expression part is swapped in, she'll be shown with her eyes closed and a slight smile.
Here's a closer look at some photos of the final Metaphor: ReFantazio Hulkenberg figure:
And here are close-up images showing the two possible expressions with the bonus face plate:
We're now at three figures of Metaphor: ReFantazio heroines from Kotobukiya. Gallica showed up as the initial one in the collection. A Juani "Junah" Cygnus one appeared after that. It's unknown if even more are planned at the moment.
Metaphor: ReFantazio is available on the PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The manga based on it is running now worldwide. Kotobukiya will sell the Eiselin Burchelli Meijal Hulkenberg Metaphor: ReFantazio figure in Japan in January 2026, then worldwide in February 2026.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:00 PM
Bandai Namco shared more details about Digimon Story: Time Stranger in a new trailer that went over how gameplay works. The video focused on collecting new Digimon, preparing them for fights, and working alongside them. All told, it spends almost six minutes covering everything.
The Digimon Story: Time Stranger video begins with one of the most critical elements of any Digimon video game, which is actually befriending new characters to use. This is done via scanning when you fight new or returning foes. You do end up with a guaranteed starter, but the footage shows how we generate data after analyzing characters we faced a lot. The Scan Rate needs to be at a minimum 100% to create one, but getting to 200% makes it stronger. We train them with Attachment Skills and equipment to make them stronger, building up their abilities and stats. Sending them to a farm lets them train without being on your team and alongside you. Anomaly Points we acquire as we play and fight can help us also get them new skills. Digivolution is possible to gain stronger forms, and you can reset them to try for a different evolution.
Here's the full Digimon Story: Time Stranger systems trailer that shows off the different types of gameplay elements.
We can expect even more news and reveals about the game soon. Anime Expo is coming up on July 3-6, 2025, and Bandai Namco will attend and feature a booth. We will learn more about the series there, with Digimon Alysion already making a confirmed appearance. The Digimon Times June 2025 program noted Digimon Expo 25 will be held on September 20-21, 2025, and we should see the game there too.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger will come to the PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC on October 3, 2025.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:00 PM
Bandai Namco announced that the Mobile Suit Gundam Hathaway story will continue with the movie Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe. It will debut in Winter 2026 in Japan, and the account didn't note worldwide release windows yet. An official site is open and an English trailer appeared on June 26, 2025.
This series is a sequel to Gundam: Char's Counterattack and is based on the Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash novels about Hathaway Noa. While the books have yet to be localized, the films have been. In it, Hathaway runs the organization Mafty and attempts to fight back against the Federation and its corrupt officials. The trailer for this next movie noted Kensho Ono will play Hathaway in this installment, Gigi Andalucia will appear again with Reina Ueda reprising the role, Junichi Suwabe will be back as Kenneth Sleg, and Soma Saito will appear as Lane Aim.
Here's the latest movie trailer for Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe.
While there's no confirmed North American release for this movie yet, the original is widely available and proved quite successful when it launched in 2021. It is streaming on Netflix, and can be found physically. Amazon sells a Blu-ray of it, for example.
Gundam Hathaway: The Sorcery of Nymph Circe will come to Japanese movie theaters in Winter 2026, and the original film is streaming on Netflix.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:00 PM
During the Death Stranding World Strand Tour 2 in Tokyo live showcase, Hideo Kojima and Mamoru Oshii also showed off the Pac-Man minigame present in the game. This is unlocked after reaching and spending time with The Pizza Chef prepper during the main campaign, whose character model is based on the Ghost in the Shell and Urusei Yatsura director.
During the presentation, we see the moment that Pac-Man becomes available. Sam is at The Pizza Chef's place and a pizza shaped like the Bandai Namco icon comes up. Sam eats a slice of it. We hear the sound effects from the game, and his Ring Terminal then shows the Pac-Man and Ready icons. We then get to see what it is like to play Pac-Man in-game, learn that eating BTs there eliminates them on the map, and see Bandai Namco actually allowed this. It's part of the 45th anniversary celebration.
Here's the full showcase that highlights the Pac-Man minigame at The Pizza Chef bunker in Death Stranding 2 from Kojima Productions' YouTube account. That part starts at the 1:19:38 mark.
https://youtu.be/yiRsfrNsA1Y?t=4778
And here are screenshots showing the Pac-Man-shaped pizza and the minigame.
This showcase didn't just feature Director Mamoru Oshii as a prepper. Hololive Vtuber Usada Pekora also made an appearance. She announced a Holo no Graffiti, the HoloGra ongoing web series starring characters, episode referencing the game. Gen Hoshino, who appears as a prepper and contributed music to the soundtrack, showed up after that.
Death Stranding 2 is available for the PS5.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:00 AM
Atlus has revealed that it will hold the Persona 5 Special Big Band Concert in early December 2025. The concert will take place at two Japanese venues in Tokyo and Kobe, and it will feature tracks from the RPG that first appeared in Japan for the PS3 and PS4 in September 2016.
This concert will have around 30 musicians from Japan and the US, with the original Persona 5 series singer Lyn Inaizumi included among them. The whole band will be led by Charlie Rosen, whose arrangement of Persona 5's battle song "Last Surprise" with The 8-Bit Big Band received a Best Arrangement, Instrument and Vocals nomination in the 2025 Grammy Awards. The Hawaii-born trumpeter Eric Miyashiro will also bring members of his own band in Japan to participate in this concert.
Atlus will open the first ticket sales for physical attendance at the concert on eplus from July 16, 2025, until August 3, 2025. Prices will range from 11,000 yen (~$76.20) for a regular seating to 16,500 yen (~$114.30) for a set with bonus goods. The latter will have two different sets available, with the exact content to be announced at a later date.
The Persona 5 Special Big Band Concert will take place at the Shinjuku Bunka Center in Tokyo on December 2-4, 2025, and at the Kobe International House on December 5, 2025.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:00 AM
With the release of the new ToHeart remake, two new DLC routes will be added to the game next week on July 3, 2025. Additionally, the requirements for specific character routes have also been detailed.
With the ToHeart remake being based off of the PlayStation version of the game, the Ayaka Kurusugawa and Rio Hinayama routes included in that version are also available in this new release. In order to access Rio's route, players first need to complete Akari's scenario. Meanwhile, for Ayaka's route, players need to complete Serika's and Aoi's routes. Additionally, as this remake uses 3D character models and environments, a character model viewer mode is also available and can be unlocked after beating the main story of the game.
We know some of the details about the ToHeart DLC ahead of its debut. It will include two new routes focused on characters Masashi Sato and Serio, Multi's younger sister. The price of the DLC will be 550 yen (~$3.80).
The remake marks the first time that ToHeart will be released localized in English, and this version will also be localized in Chinese. The remake was originally announced in July 2024. Hololive Vtubers Fuwawa and Mococo Abyssgard (Fuwamoco) performed a cover of its theme song, "Feeling Heart." You can see that below.
The ToHeart remake is now available for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam.
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Siliconera Thursday, June 26, 2025 9:00 AM
Whenever I head into a Hideo Kojima game, I wonder what will happen with the women within them. The titles can feature a lot of fanservice paired with flimsy excuses for that capitulation. (Quiet needs to wear a bikini and not talk for story reasons.) The original Death Stranding wasn't immune, thanks to a scene in which Fragile runs through pouring rain in a white tiny tank top and bikini-style underwear. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach marks a complete turnaround and pleasant surprise for all of its female characters, as they all are strong women who are handled well and wear reasonable outfits.
Editor's Note: There will be some spoilers for characters in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, but major ending reveals after Episode 13 do not appear.
Speaking of Fragile, Kojima Productions handles every element of her storyline in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach extraordinarily well. She remains an incredibly strong individual, even though Jumpshock keeps her from using the Beach for her teleporting. The story begins with her still working and in a position of power, even as Sam withdrew to devote himself to raising his daughter Lou. While she considers herself responsible for a tragedy early on tied to the child, she doesn't let that stop or change her. She's CEO of the company Drawbridge, which is now in charge of the Chiral Network expansion project. She is the leader onboard the DHV Magellan.
As part of that role, Kojima Productions goes out of its way to not only tell us all she's accomplished, but make her role a pivotal one in the stories of nearly every member of Drawbridge on the DHV Magellan. She is head of the company. She found Rainy, helped realize the exact nature of her DOOMS ability, and give her a new sense of place and purpose. She found Dollman, keeping him from being trapped in a tar pit for eternity. Once Tomorrow boards the ship, it is Fragile who ensures she is welcomed, aids Tarman in extracting her from the crysalis even though it puts her at risk, educates her alongside Rainy, and even works alongside her on a supplemental mission. It wouldn't be a stretch to say Fragile is more important to members on the crew than Sam, the "hero" of the adventure.
Rainy, though underutilized, is also a ray of sunshine in the cast. Her DOOMS means that timefall begins whenever she steps outside. However, the rain immediately in her vicinity features a unique property. Rather than hurting, it heals. It's why Fragile's body, aged from Timefall as a result of running nearly naked through a storm due to Higgs' machinations in the original Death Stranding, is completely recovered here in Death Stranding 2. While she is perpetually stuck at being seven months pregnant in the game due to the effects of the original game and current disruptions between the real world and the Beach, she's never shown to be a sidelined as a result. She's working in her own lab when we pick her up to join the crew. During major fires, she's making appearances on deck to assist. When Fragile and Tomorrow head out on a supply mission, she goes along. She may be pregnant, but she's an active, educated, capable individual doing fieldwork.
Speaking of pregnant women, I feel like Death Stranding 2: On the Beach handles the idea of motherhood and pregnancy than Kojima Productions did with Mama in Death Stranding. Even though Malingen ended up being a major scientist whose discoveries helped keep Sam going, she didn't get to be known by a name that highlighted that defining trait and skillset like many other characters. She was "Mama" because of the baby BT anchored to her. We meet multiple pregnant individuals as a result of the condition affecting some infants, and The Motherhood is a haven for them and The Doctor, a former member of Bridges who worked with Bridge Babiess and is able to use her DOOMS condition to assess the condition of these children and even allow their parents to briefly see and interact with them via BB pods. The people there are armed and capable of defending themselves. They have hope for tomorrow. They are the impetus for a mission to take down a factory to stop the flow of weapons into the region. I personally liked seeing some good come out of the BB and stillmother program, since the tools were being implemented here to allow desperate families reassurance that their babies were okay while waiting for a solution.
Speaking of the BBs, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is more critical of Bridges, stillmothers, and the system in a way I appreciate. I acknowledge the BBs ended up being a necessary evil in the original game for the sake of survival, but I also felt like it normalized that abuse. Here, there's no dispute about how problematic and horrific the program was. The segments with Neil Vana and his therapist Lucy show him breaking down over committing the monstrous act to survive, and we see him fight back against a Bridges authority and express his distaste and disgust for it. Similarly, Lucy's response to it all also highlights the sins Bridges committed.
I realize in all this that I haven't gotten to Tomorrow yet, the sole female member of the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach cast of characters with an outfit that isn't always appropriate for the setting. When found, she's in a white dress. Hardly conventional for exploring a country after an apocalypse or when fighting against enemies with tar-diving capabilities. However, she's never cast as a sex symbol. The outfit honestly provides sufficient coverage, not to mention she's also quickly covered in so much tar that it acts as a second skin. Once she's brought onboard the DHV Magellan, she's given a wardrobe of more appropriate attire for every situation, so we're honestly usually seeing her in an oversized jacket.
Moreover, Tomorrow ends up being one of the most physically strong and combat-ready members of the cast. Rainy points out at one point that she's the most adept shooter due to her time spent in the VR simulator. At one point when she briefly steps off the ship alone, we see that even though she did come from an otherworld, Beach-type setting, she's more than capable of using ladders and Timefall Shelters to stay safe in and traverse a hostile environment. For much of the game, she is the one beating up Higgs and other ghost mechs in a way Sam can't and isn't. One of my favorite lines and moments in the game is when she's heading out on a supply run mission with Fragile and Rainy. Sam expresses concern, since he's going out on a separate task far away from them. She assuages any concerns and points out "we're stronger than you are." Which is proven true for all three of these women throughout Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Each one's DOOMS abilities and other character traits mean they're stronger than Sam in different ways.
And in many ways, you can say that about a lot of the female members of the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach cast, as the women we meet throughout the campaign are all extraordinary individuals. Kojima Productions handled them well and with care. I think anyone who had concerns about portrayals after games like Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain and the original Death Stranding will be pleasantly surprised with how people are handled.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is available for the PS5.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 2:38 PM
It's been ages since I've dove deep into a 3D platformer. I grew up with several over the years, leaving me excited every time a new one launches. With Ruffy and the Riverside having a peculiar mix of hand-drawn 2D characters and 3D environments, it intrigued me from the get-go.
I was also a little scared, admittedly. For every incredible platformer I've played, I've tried just as many that fell flat or aggravated me beyond belief, leaving me apprehensive about what was to come here. Fortunately, while it wasn't quite a perfect experience, Ruffy and the Riverside was a joyful blast to the past that left me feeling satisfied, albeit bored at times.
The highlight of Ruffy and the Riverside is Ruffy's swap ability, allowing you to switch textures around to solve puzzles and progress the story. One moment, you might be turning a waterfall into vines you can climb. A minute later, you might be transforming an entire ocean into lava. With enough creativity, you can make this chaotic and hilarious. For the most part, though, it's fairly tame.
The puzzles you encounter throughout Ruffy and the Riverside are also enjoyable, ranging from simplistic and straightforward to complex enough to stump even the most experienced puzzle solvers. You have to think (and swap) outside of the box for many of them. Sometimes, you'll have to take this literally by traversing a 2D box that requires jumping back into the 3D landscape for more swapping. It's a lot to take in, but Zockrates Laboratories manages to pull it off well.
Along the way, you'll encounter various side quests and collectibles to pass the time, turning an otherwise short experience into a full-on collectathon. Although you can skip this entirely if you wish, those who thrive on traveling every nook and cranny of a world to find all of its secrets will love this.
All of this is tied together by an adorable, hand-drawn art style and an equally cutesy soundtrack that makes you feel like you're back in the '90s. Ruffy himself dances around the map throughout your travels, adding another layer to this lighthearted, carefree tale.
At least, that's how it appears on the surface. In reality, you're quickly introduced to potential world-ending doom, with our titular character being the "Chosen One" to save the day. Although this sounds like an exciting catalyst for an adventure, it comes off more as a generic plot device we've seen time and time again.
I felt the urge to skip certain conversations, especially when characters would reiterate the same points about Ruffy being the only one who's capable of stopping the current situation. Some moments were quite funny, but most felt bland. Combining this with forgettable enemies that you'll just hit once or twice before moving on makes the overall storyline somewhat lackluster, despite the gameplay being very entertaining.
Ruffy and the Riverside has the pieces in hand, with an appealing artistic style and unique swapping mechanics paving the way for an in-depth puzzle game series. Although I didn't find its story or enemies particularly interesting, everything else about the title felt refreshing and fun, leaving me feeling hopeful that potential sequels can build upon this blueprint and create something truly captivating.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:58 PM
The leaks for Shapeshifters Team 3 have started appearing on social media, and EA FC 25 players should be able to collect these cards pretty soon.
Team 3 will replace the second team, with most of the cards being in packs. Additionally, you can also expect to find more items being released as part of objectives and SBCs. Here's what the leaks are showing for the third week of the promo.
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Complete list of EA FC 25 Shapeshifters Team 3 players
As usual, Team 3 will have special cards of active footballers, Icons, and Heroes. You can find them across different packs, but it will all depend on your luck.
Only Eusebio and Kelly Smith are rumored to have five playstyle+ on their cards, with a vast majority having four. The cards on the lower end of the ratings will have three playstyles, but you should be able to add a fourth on all of them.
EA FC 25 Shapeshifters Team 3 release date
Team 3 will be released on Friday, June 27, as the official replacement of the second team. You can find them in-store packs and packs already available in your Ultimate Team inventory. The chances of obtaining higher-rated cards tend to be low, so don't expect to see many of them.
Completing the SBCs and objectives is a great idea if you want to rely less on luck. EA Sports has released plenty of special challenges and objectives in the last couple of weeks, and this trend should continue during week three of the promo.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:36 PM
Beavis and Butt-Head are invading Call of Duty: Warzone in Season Four Reloaded, but it might not be happening in a traditional Solos playlist.
Activision revealed that "standard Solos has underperformed compared to other playlist options," confirming the reasoning behind its removal from Warzone in season four. It's instead been replaced by Casual Solos, which includes bots, but it's been returned to the game in a playlist update as of June 26. And yet, it can be removed again at any time.
But it's not all doom and gloom. Season Four Reloaded in Warzone does include some new content like new weapons, the return of Ranked Play in Resurgence mode, a new Perk, new equipment, and some new limited-time modes.
Here's what's to come in Season Four Reloaded of Warzone when it goes live on July 2.
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Warzone BO6 Season 4 Reloaded patch notes
Weapon buffs and nerfs
If you're sick of using and getting killed by the same handful of guns, the new update will hopefully bring some substantial weapon changes to shake up the meta. Check back here before the update's launch day on July 2 to see the details once they're revealed.
Rebirth Island Ranked Play
Resurgence Ranked Play is back on Rebirth Island, offering another ladder for players to climb when it comes to competitive Warzone. A unique set of rewards is available for those who rank up in the mode.
New weapons
The new Olympia shotgun will be a Special weapon, meaning it can slot into your Secondary slot in loadouts, making it a potential must-pick. The Pickaxe melee weapon is also being added. Both are unlockable as event rewards.
New equipment
The Care Package killstreak arrives in battle royale mode, bringing with it the chance for high-tier loot like the Specialist Perk, and two new additions:
New Perk
New modes
Beavis and Butt-Head
90s cartoon stars invade Warzone as part of both a limited-time event and store bundles. Skins can be bought or unlocked via the event, along with several weapons, attachments, and other cosmetics.
This article will be updated with more information whenever it becomes available.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:16 PM
While all eyes are looking to Black Ops 7, there are still a few months' worth of juice left in Black Ops 6's live service calendar, including Season Four Reloaded.
The new midseason update launching on July 2 includes new content such as the Olympia shotgun and the return of a favorite Black Ops 3 map. It's also got a new collaboration featuring classic cartoon characters Beavis and Butt-Head, among others, new limited-time events, and a bunch of free unlockable rewards to add to your growing CoD collections.
Here's everything there is to know about the new content coming to BO6 as part of Season Four Reloaded.
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BO6 Season 4 Reloaded patch notes
Weapon balancing changes
Weapon buffs and nerfs are on the way to level the playing field when it comes to balancing on Ranked Play and other modes. Check back here closer to the update's launch on July 2 for full details once they're released.
Two new maps
Classic Black Ops 3 map Fringe returns as part of the update, along with a new small-sized map for two-vs-two or six-vs-six called Eclipse.
"Battle to the beat in this underground nightclub in Avalon where neon lights illuminate the halls and dance floor," Activision said. "Head straight to the middle to duke it out center stage or engage enemies down the sides, remaining watchful for enemy movement while passing the dining tables set along the way. Get a view over the action from the DJ Booth or set up in the corner Coat Check and tag passing targets."
Two new weapons
The Olympia shotgun and Pickaxe melee weapon will be available in the update as event rewards.
"The iconic double-barreled Olympia returns for its Black Ops 6 debut, designated as a Special Weapon well-suited to close-quarters engagements as a handy secondary choice," Activision said. "Each shot sprays a cloud of pellets at your target; aim down sights for a tighter spread or fire off the hip for a wider shot. Via Gunsmith, attach the Short Barrel for an even wider spread and the Cut-Off Stock for improved handling. Make every shot count."
Beavis and Butt-Head
The foul-mouthed teens who loved watching and critiquing music videos star in this update's collab, joining as operator skins along with other characters from the cartoon. Both skins will be available as part of store bundles, along with an in-game event that includes more cosmetics.
New BO6 Zombies modes
Two new limited-time modes are coming to BO6 Zombies as part of Season Four Reloaded. Abomination Challenge summons a highly difficult variant of the massive zombie monster that you must defeat before unlocking exfil (among other modifiers), and Starting Room confines you to the starting area where you must take a stand.
New events
There are two events during Season Four Reloaded before season five begins sometime in July, including the Beavis and Butt-Head event and CODtoons.
Unlockable items in these LTMs include the Olympia, Pickaxe, operator skins, and several new weapon mods and attachments.
This article will be updated with more information whenever it becomes available.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 12:20 PM
If you haven't heard the name Jacob Wilson, you're either not a baseball fan, or you probably will be hearing about him very shortly.
The rookie shortstop for the Athletics (formerly Oakland, soon to be Las Vegas) is off to an incredible start in his Major League Baseball career. He's batting .347 (that's really good, best for second in the league behind only New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge) with nine home runs and 40 runs batted in, and is leading the league in All-Star Game votes for his position. And he says it's all because of Fortnite.
That's right. According to a new interview with ESPN's Jeff Passan, Jacob Wilson starts every day with Fortnite on PC with a controller, and the stud right-handed hitter credits his years of playing the battle royale game for some of his success on the field with the best players in the world.
"I am a big believer in video games," Wilson said. "It's fast decision-making strategy. I think that gets me ready for the game, because when you're in the box, you have to process a lot. So there's some days where I'll wake up and I'll play video games and then I'll go to the field, and I'll have a good day. Some days I won't play and don't see the ball well. I think it really helps me train kind of the decision-making that I have to make six, seven hours later at the baseball field."
And Wilson isn't a noob, either, according to teammate Max Muncy, who said "if we play a game with me and him and guys we know and you kill him once, you're like, 'that's a good day.'"
Wilson is 23 years old, which makes total sense when you think about his Fortnite prowess. Fortnite: Battle Royale launched in 2017, making Wilson a teenager at the time, so he's been playing it throughout most of his teenage years and now into early adulthood. But the fact that he says it helps him be a potential All-Star baseball player is just awesome.
But that's also scary as hell, to me. We're entering a new era in the world where zoomers everywhere are about to take front and center on the world stage with their skibidi memes and Fortnite dances. Man, I'm old.
But I'm not as old as Wilson's father, Jack, who was an All-Star shortstop himself for the Pittsburgh Pirates that I used to watch growing up. Yeah, the guys I used to watch as a kid now have their own kids making a mark in the league. Man, I'm old.
"I do believe in the hand-eye coordination that video games give -- as long as you do your homework," Jack Wilson told Passan. "Kids, if you're reading, do your homework."
Previously, MLB star Shohei Ohtani became the first player from the league to get his own Fortnite skin. Maybe Wilson, if he continues his upwards trajectory as a player, could join him one day soon.
"Wilson has no plans to abandon his Fortnite reps," Passan said. "It's part of his training now, and even if it doesn't work for everyone, he sees Victory Royales leading to victories for the A's."
So, there you have it, kiddos. Keep on grinding BR and you, too, could be well on your way to making millions in the big leagues. Man, I'm old.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:43 AM
There are ways to take your PEAK playthrough beyond just climbing up a few mountains and logging off. If you're looking for a challenge, you can set off on a mission to collect every badge, unlock every difficulty level, and more.
All PEAK achievements
PEAK features 32 badges you can collect across multiple runs. While some require reaching the end, others span across several playthroughs. You'll even find a mix of multiplayer and single-player challenges to tackle. Here's a complete list of PEAK's 32 badges and how to obtain them.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 11:03 AM
The latest title from legendary game creator Hideo Kojima has arrived, and it's looking like another excellent addition to his repertoire.
Kojima has worked on many games throughout his illustrious career, but just a few all have the special treatment of being directed, designed, and written by the legend. Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is the latest such game to have this honor, and it's gotten very high review scores nearly across the board.
But it's impossible to talk about Kojima without discussing the incredible series he brought to life, Metal Gear. Starting in 1987, Metal Gear and Metal Gear Solid have spanned decades, creating some of the most memorable and iconic moments in gaming. After his unfortunate fallout with Konami, he went on to found Kojima Productions and release Death Stranding in 2019 ahead of its sequel this week.
But Kojima has also done way more than MGS and Death Stranding. Policenauts, Snatcher, Zone of the Enders, Boktai: The Sun is in Your Hand, and several other titles have gotten Kojima's love over the years. And this begs the question: what's Kojima's best game? Or at least, what's your favorite?
For myself, it begins and ends with MGS, even if I do consider the first Death Stranding to be something of a misunderstood masterpiece. It's a toss-up for me between MGS1, MGS2, and MGS3, but I also have huge places in my heart for MGS4, MGS5, and MGS: Peace Walker as well. I even have an Outer Heaven logo tattooed on my upper left arm.
Kojima can be polarizing. His style of writing and game design may not be for everyone, and that's fine. I'm a fan myself, but I can totally understand how his work can be offputting or uninteresting to some, but his work is worth discussing either way.
And so now I ask you, dear reader, what do you think is Hideo Kojima's best work? Answer our poll and discuss it in the comments below.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:54 AM
One of the fantastic additions to the Palworld Tides of Terraria update is the ability to recruit Zoe and her pet Grizzbolt as your companions to accompany you on your adventures.
You will no longer have to depend on backdoor methods that trap a human in a Palsphere. Instead, you can complete her quests to impress her to join your cause. This guide will provide you with all the necessary information.
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How to add Zoe as an ally in Palworld
The first task is to find her in the Desolate Church to begin the quest. But you also must have defeated her in the Rayne Syndicate Tower as a Raid Boss to access her quest line. Her questline has three tasks:
Speak with Zoe after summoning Grizzbolt
For this task, you'll have to first catch a Grizzbolt from Wildlife Sanctuary No. 1 and then add it to your party. Next, go to Zoe, where she's located (Desolate Church), and summon the Grizzbolt before speaking with her. Incidentally, the Grizzbolt you get from the boss battle doesn't count for this part, so you'll need to capture a spare one from the location I have mentioned here.
Capture or defeat five Free Pal Alliance members
The best location for spotting Free Pal Alliance Members is the region north of the Desolate Church. There, you'll find the Bridge of Twin Knights. Go past it, and you'll find five Free Pal Alliance Members. Eliminate or capture them and report back to Zoe.
Find Zoe's Tattered Memento
The memento can be found in Fort Ruins. It's actually a white colored blanket belonging to Zoe. Take the item back to her in the Desolate Church. She will then ask if she can join up as your ally.
You can add Zoe to your party just like you add any other pal. Incidentally, she will always have her pet Grizzbolt accompanying her in all adventures, so it's a huge bonus to have. Hopefully, we will be able to add more bosses as allies in future Palworld updates.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:53 AM
The Eevee Grove expansion brings a fresh set of secret missions in Pokémon TCG Pocket for players to complete, and you can do them to earn a few amazing rewards.
If you've completed secret missions in the past, you'll have a fair idea of what to do. To start, you'll need to collect specific cards to complete different collections. These collections offer different rewards in turn, and some of them can be relatively harder to complete. This guide will provide you with all the information required for you to collect every newly released secret mission.
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How to complete all Pokémon TCG Pocket Eevee Grove Secret Missions?
There are three different secret missions you can complete as part of the new expansion.
Let's take a look at more details about how to complete all of them, starting with the Eevee Museum.
Eevee Museum
To complete this mission, you'll need to collect five different Eevee cards.
Completing the mission gives you the following rewards.
Eevee Grove Museum
The Eevee Grove Museum is harder to complete as you'll need to collect five Rainbow Rare cards.
Completing the mission gives you the following rewards.
A Sweet Party of Epic Proportions
This quest requires you to collect 100 Milcery cards and rewards you with an Alcremie Emblem for your efforts.
That's the complete list of secret missions added to celebrate the Eevee Grove expansion. The new expansion has added 107 new cards to the database, including all available evolutions of Eevee.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:33 AM
I realize that discussing this topic might stir up some strong opinions, but it has been on my mind for quite some time as a member of Destructoid. I finally received the green light to write about it, so let's delve into the debate over which is better for anime fans: subbed or dubbed.
It's a debate old as time, and fans will have differing preferences no matter who you ask.
For some, dubbed is something they grew up on, and they love hearing popular voice actors like Christopher Sabat (Vegeta, Zoro), Colleen Clinkenbeard (Luffy, Erza), or classic voice actors like Veronica Taylor (Ash Ketchum). Others don't like the idea of reading while watching a show due to the lack of immersion, upon other complaints.
And for subbed fans, it's about having that authentic experience and hearing the show as it was made in Japan, or wanting to watch shows as they release instead of waiting for the dub to catch up. Some shows also don't get dubbed at all, so having a preference for subbed opens you up to a lot more anime content than those without a dubbed version.
Sometimes you might also fall into a special category of liking one or the other, depending on which show you are watching, but for those that have a preference for both subbed and dubbed, I want to ask you which of the two you prefer, even if it's marginal.
No matter what you prefer, though, both offer a gateway into enjoying anime for different types of people. So no matter which one you prefer, we can still all talk and enjoy the shows for what they are.
Either way, I want to hear your thoughts on the debate in the comments below, and which you prefer and for what reason? I'm a subbed lover myself, but I do find myself listening to some dubbed shows like the original Yu-Gi-Oh! anime, as I was brought up with that original voice cast, so hearing the Japanese doesn't sound right in my head.
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Destructoid Thursday, June 26, 2025 8:33 AM
There's a lot of heroes in Marvel Mystic Mayhem and you have a limited team size so let's analyze each hero to look for the best ones. I'll also provide tips for each hero as well as best Artifacts, Highlights, and synergies. We'll finish off with a Reroll guide since starting out with a strong hero helps a ton early. Here's my Marvel Mystic Mayhem tier list and Reroll guide.
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Marvel Mystic Mayhem Hero Tier List
The best heroes in Marvel Mystic Mayhem are usually those that excel in their own class category and specialize in a certain area. For Defenders you want great tankiness and taunts, for Strikers and Fighters you want great damage and mobility, and for Controllers you want either great healing or excellent utility and crowdcontrol. I'll analyze each hero below but ranking reasons and tips. Legendary Artifacts are always a must but below I'll list the best Epic Artifacts since they're easier to get. The tier breakdowns are as follows:
Let's dive into ranking reasons and tips for each hero below.
S-Tier Heroes
A-Tier Heroes
B-Tier Heroes
C-Tier Heroes
Marvel Mystic Mayhem Reroll Guide
There are three things you need to know about Marvel Mystic Mayhem's Reroll system including how to reroll (Step 3):
That's it for my Marvel Mystic Mayhem tier list and reroll guide. Don't forget to claim our Marvel Mystic Mayhem codes for free goodies.
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WGB Thursday, June 26, 2025 10:44 AM Neon graffiti, magnetic switches, and enough RGB to light a rave—GravaStar goes all-in with its new flagship mechanical keyboard. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:47 PM Showcases more details about the game. The post Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Gets New Final Trailer appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Thursday, June 26, 2025 3:09 PM They showcase details about several Digimon. The post Digimon Story: Time Stranger Gets New Gameplay Videos appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
Gaming Instincts – Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism Thursday, June 26, 2025 1:41 PM MindsEye launched on June 10. The post MindsEye Barely Hit 250,000 Players According to Analysts appeared first on Gaming Instincts - Next-Generation of Video Game Journalism. |
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MonsterVine Thursday, June 26, 2025 9:00 AM Get your hangars in order—Ground of Aces, the WWII strategy base-building game from Swiss-Polish indie developer Blindflug Studios, officially launches into Early Access for PC and Mac on July 10, 2025. The release date isn't just symbolic—it falls on the 85th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Britain, marking a poignant entry point […] |
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