Nintendo Switch 2 Launch: Ownership Terms and Game Release

Friday, May 9, 2025, 8:20 pm more...

Reports surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 launch reveal an oddly split narrative. One report digs into the fine print suggesting that buyers may not truly own their new console, while another highlights a major game debut scheduled to coincide with the release. Gamers now have to brace for legal quirks along with the buzz.

betanews.com / Nintendo says your Switch 2 isn’t really yours even if you paid for it

theverge.com / Deltarune’s next chapters will launch alongside the Switch 2

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Borderlands 4 Price Mystery Stumps Even Gearbox’s Top Execs

Friday, May 9, 2025, 4:20 pm more...

Amid mounting speculation and industry head-scratching, both the company’s boss and insiders remain clueless about Borderlands 4’s final price. The mystery has reached absurd proportions, leaving gamers to wonder whether this pricing conundrum is a clever ploy or just another unpredictable quirk in the gaming world.

kotaku.com / Not Even Gearbox's Boss Knows What Borderlands 4's Price Will Be

gamespot.com / Borderlands 4's Price Is A Mystery, Even To Randy Pitchford

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Blizzard Overwatch developers unionize to safeguard creative autonomy

Friday, May 9, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Nearly 200 members of Blizzard’s Overwatch team—from artists and QA testers to engineers—have joined forces in a new union. Frustration over studio policies and a desire for improved working conditions have pushed the creative staff to stand up, proving that even in gaming, unionization is making headlines.

gamespot.com / Blizzard's Overwatch Team Has Unionized: "We're Not Just A Number On An Excel Sheet"

kotaku.com / Blizzard's Overwatch Team Just Unionized: 'What I Want To Protect Most Here Is The People'

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Overwatch 2 embraces Street Fighter crossover in novel skin update

Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

In a cross-genre collision that’s equal parts unexpected and overdone, Blizzard is mixing things up by dropping Street Fighter 6 skins into Overwatch 2. While some fans wonder if the game’s losing its original flair (or just becoming another Fortnite), the quirky fusion is certainly fueling banter and renewed interest among the loyal fanbase.

ign.com / Overwatch 2 Is Getting a Street Fighter 6 Crossover Event and Fans Have Thoughts About The Skin Choices

gamespot.com / Overwatch 2 Adding Street Fighter 6 Skins--And Maybe More--In New Crossover

kotaku.com / Overwatch 2’s Street Fighter Collaboration Would Be Cool If The Game Wasn’t Becoming Fortnite

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Fortnite set for US App Store return with added rewards

Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

Epic Games is making a triumphant return by resubmitting Fortnite to the U.S. App Store after a five‐year absence—now paired with a generous 20% cash-back bonus on V-Bucks. Fans can look forward to a refreshed mobile experience that might just rekindle their battle royale passion.

kotaku.com / Epic Is Promising Bonus V-Bucks To Fortnite Players Who Buy Directly From Its Store

engadget.com / Epic has submitted Fortnite to the US App Store

engadget.com / Epic launches a reward program to lure you away from the App Store

appleinsider.com / After everything, Epic Games submits new 'Fortnite' to US App Store review

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Clair Obscur Patch shakes up Expedition 33 gameplay balance

Friday, May 9, 2025, 10:20 am more...

Developers of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have rolled out Patch 1.2.3, dramatically nerfing the game’s most dominant party member. This update aims to rebalance combat dynamics and curb previously game-breaking strategies while eliciting mixed reactions from an engaged player base.

kotaku.com / Should You Feed The Small Bourgeon In Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

gamespot.com / Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's New Patch Nerfs The Strongest Party Member

ign.com / Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Patch 1.2.3 Is a Big One, Nerfs Maelle's Game-Breaking Stendahl Build

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Doom: The Dark Ages draws widespread critical acclaim review cluster

Friday, May 9, 2025, 10:20 am more...

Multiple reviewers have weighed in on Doom: The Dark Ages, applauding its robust combat, innovative twists on classic gameplay, and impressive visual delivery. Critics note that while the pace differs from previous entries, the title delivers a satisfying blend of freshness and tradition for longtime fans.

gamespot.com / Doom: The Dark Ages Launch Times And Preload Details Revealed

techspot.com / Doom: The Dark Ages launches to positive reviews

arstechnica.com / Doom: The Dark Ages review: Shields up!

engadget.com / 'Doom: The Dark Ages' review: Goodbye parkour, hello Shield Saw

kotaku.com / Doom: The Dark Ages: The Kotaku Review

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Nintendo Switch 2 faces mixed forecasts and tariff worries

Friday, May 9, 2025, 5:20 am more...

Nintendo anticipates robust sales of its upcoming Switch 2, forecasting 15 million units despite analyst predictions. Yet, concerns arise as the company’s president warns that U.S. tariffs may squeeze consumer spending on non-essentials like gaming, casting a quirky shadow over an otherwise upbeat launch forecast.

gamespot.com / Two More Official Switch 2 Grip Accessories Are Available Now

gamespot.com / Civilization 7's Nintendo Switch 2 Physical Edition Is A Code In A Box

engadget.com / Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order updates: The latest on restocks, My Nintendo Store invites and more

techspot.com / Nintendo Switch 2 specs suggest GPU performance similar to a GTX 1050 Ti

kotaku.com / The Solution To Nintendo’s Ineffective Battle Against Piracy Isn't Bricking People's Switches

kotaku.com / One Surprising Switch 2 Launch Game Sold Me On The Mouse Controls

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Paradox Unveils Europa Universalis 5 Grand Strategy Epic

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Paradox Interactive has unveiled Europa Universalis 5 with promises of an unrelenting, historically steep challenge. This new installment pledges to reinvigorate the franchise with deep strategic gameplay and innovative mechanics that both test veterans and entice newcomers, ensuring plenty of room for debate—and triumphs.

ign.com / Europa Universalis V Announced as Paradox's Next Grand Strategy Game With Cinematic Reveal Trailer

gamespot.com / Europa Universalis 5 Is Unabashedly Hardcore, And I Love It

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Path of Exile 2 Huntress Strategies Spotlighted

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 3:20 pm more...

Gamers have been treated to in‑depth guides delineating the Huntress’s early game prowess in Path of Exile 2. These tactical insights aim to help players optimize her abilities and navigate the game’s evolving meta, adding a fresh twist to the long-running action RPG’s competitive landscape.

kotaku.com / Rush Endgame With These Path of Exile 2 Huntress Tips

kotaku.com / Path of Exile 2’s Huntress Has Powerful Early Game Skills You Should Take Advantage Of

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