Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans are in for a ton of exciting new content thanks to today’s update to the popular TMNT roguelike brawler.

TMNT: Splintered Fate Releases Its Biggest Content Drop to Date

TMNT: Splintered Fate is releasing a huge new content update today that is free for all players. The King’s Gambit content brings the Rat King to the game as a new boss for the team to take down.

Players who manage to overcome this overwhelming challenge and beat the Rat King will unlock a new ending, and the finale for the main TMNT:SF campaign.

In addition to the free content, today also marks the release of the Slash DLC. This new playable character can be purchased and added to the roster starting now.

“While he might lack the speed of his friends, Slash more than makes up for it with incredible fortitude. You can body slam and roll through enemy ranks with ease, utilizing his unique knockback abilities to control the flow of combat. For those looking to optimize their build, Slash has a natural affinity for Water and Ooze powers, but don’t be afraid to experiment with other elements too! Plus, this DLC includes five brand-new Artifacts that will augment your Playstyle.”

Here is a full breakdown of all the new content that is arriving in the game today:

• The King’s Gambit – The wait is finally over… introducing the infamous Rat King, who poses the ultimate threat to the Turtles and their brave allies. Capping off the main storyline arc, this intense and challenging run will push players’ reflexes and combat abilities to their absolute limit. In the midst of this chaos, players can also befriend an adorable new Home Lair Ally, Pepperoni.
• Slash Playable Character DLC – The beloved, short-tempered turtle, Slash, has officially joined the playable character roster with massive claws and immense physical strength to destroy anyone standing in his way. He arrives with his signature Enraged mode, allowing him to temporarily move faster and deal devastating extra damage.
• Samurai Armor Pack – Players can channel their inner warrior with beautifully rendered outfits inspired by the iconic gear of the past. Each set is individually personalized for every one of the heroes on the half shell, allowing players to strike fear into the Foot Clan with style.
• Platinum Bundle – This comprehensive package includes all paid content released to date alongside every free update. There’s never been a better time to dive into TMNT: Splintered Fate!
• …And More – Even with all this new content, it doesn’t stop there! Players can showcase their TMNT love with limited run t-shirts, prints and Pepperoni plushies. Pre-orders for the Switch 2 Legendary Edition, launching on October 27, are now available.

That should be everything players need to know as they jump back into the game to check out the latest additions. Be sure to check back soon for lots more Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles news and updates.

TMNT: Splintered Fate is available now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC, and mobile devices.

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Dungeons and Dragons players have a ton of exciting products to check out when the official World of Warcraft materials arrive, including some Horde and Alliance themes packs of miniatures to populate their battlefields.

Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft Reveals Two Sets of Miniatures

Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft will kick off the TTRPG’s Universes Beyond line later this year with a massive sourcebook, DM Screen, Map Pack, and tons of new content for DMs and players to use as they kick off their tabletop adventures in Azeroth.

For groups that are playing in-person, rather than using a VTT, Wizards of the Coast is also releasing some very tempting D&D: World of Warcraft minis inspired by the new races that are being introduced to the TTRPG in the WoW sourcebook.

Each new set of miniatures includes seven unpainted minis for $24.99. At this point, both sets are scheduled to release on November 1, 2026, just a few weeks before the actual D&D: World of Warcraft sourcebook arrives.

Both upcoming sets of minis are being produced by Hasbro, which is a bit different than the usual WizKids partnerships that many recent D&D minis have leverages.

The Horde Set includes:

• Illidan Stormrage
• Blood Elf
• Troll
• Goblin
• Orc
• Undead
• Tauren

The Alliance Set includes:

• The Lich King
• Human
• Night Elf
• Draenei
• Worgen
• Dwarf
• Gnome

“This Dungeons & Dragons Official Miniatures Set is the ideal companion to the DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: WORLD OF WARCRAFT book. Inspired by the World of Warcraft characters and races fans love, the collector minis pack includes 7 unpainted miniatures. These highly detailed 1.1-inch-scale miniatures are great additions to any D&D or World of Warcraft fan’s collection.”

As always, the miniatures are totally optionally and players can run their WoW-themed adventures entirely using theater of the mind if they prefer, but some fans will certainly be excited about the idea of purchasing and painting their own D&D: WoW minis to create their PCs or enemies. Having the chance to drop Illidan or the Lich King on the map during a dramatic encounter is going to be very tempting for any DMs who are long-time fans of the World of Warcraft franchise and its iconic adversaries.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Dungeons and Dragons news and updates.

Dungeons and Dragons is available now at local game shops and digitally through D&D Beyond, Roll20, and other online services.

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Gamescom 2026 kicks off next week and the latest rumors suggest that a new LEGO game might be revealed during the big event.

Rumor: LEGO Skylines Reveal Coming at Gamescom 2026

Gamescom 2026 begins on August 24, but rumors have already begun circulating about what sort of reveals might be coming during Opening Night Live. In addition to some insider information that suggest Xbox is announcement a major sequel, there is also some release to believe that a new LEGO game may be unveiled during the event.

Rumors of a project called Lego Skylines began swirling back in May 2026 after the title was found in a new batch of ratings from the Game Rating and Administration Committee of Korea. So far, the project hasn’t actually been confirmed or officially revealed, but some fans think that is about to change.

Gamescom has already teased in an instagram post that “Lego is back at Gamescom 2026” and some gaming fans have noted that Paradox is also scheduled to be present at the event. For those who aren’t familiar with the company, Paradox Interactive is the Swedish-based publisher of the City Skylines franchise.

At this point, the assumption is that LEGO Skylines will be a LEGO-spin on the City Skylines franchise that combines the gameplay mechanics of City Skylines with the aesthetic and humor of the LEGO brand.

Fans should definitely keep in mind that this theory is definitely in the realm of rumors and speculation and neither company has confirmed that LEGO Skylines is officially in the works or that they will be making new game announcements at the event.

The latest major LEGO gaming release arrived earlier this summer with LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and was a major critical and commercial success. That game has its first major story DLC scheduled to arrive in September. At this point, the next LEGO project is still a mystery, so fans of the brand will have to tune in to Opening Night Live to find out if a new project is actually revealed.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more news and updates as Gamescom 2026 kicks off. The event is scheduled to run from August 24 through August 30 and should be full of new gaming announcements.

At this point, Lego Skylines has not officially been revealed and there is not confirmed release window for the rumored project.

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Xbox has officially revealed the second round of August 2026 additions to Game Pass and the new lineup includes an interesting mix of genres.

Xbox Game Pass August Wave 2 Adds Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and More

The second wave of titles coming to Xbox Game Pass in August is a pretty large one, but the highlight for many gamers is likely going to be Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.

This latest installment in the Plague Tale Franchise appears to be a fresh spin on the world that will play quite differently from the previous games.

“Follow Sophia’s journey to the Minotaur’s Island, where she faces deadly trials, navigates treacherous trails, solves puzzles, all while fighting and staying one step ahead of the army chasing her. But the true challenge awaits, as the terrifying creature hidden behind the myth will soon resonate with her.”

The title is an Xbox Game Pass day one feature, so it will be very interesting to see if it helps draw players into the ecosystem to continue exploring this world after 2022’s A Plague Tale: Requiem.

Here is a full breakdown of everything included on the Xbox Game Pass August Wave 2 list:

• Egging On (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 18
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Vapor World: Over the Mind (Game Preview) (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 19
  • Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• BlazBlue Entropy Effect X (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 19
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Relooted (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 19
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Starsand Island (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 20
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Aerial_Knight’s DropShot (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 25
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Blood Dungeon (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, and PC) – August 25
  • Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy (Cloud, XBOX Series X|S, Handheld, and PC) – August 27
  • Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• Young Suns (Cloud, Console, and PC) – August 31
  • Now with Game Pass Premium; joining Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass
• Shelldiver (Cloud, Console, and PC) – September 1
  • Game Pass Ultimate, Game Pass Premium, PC Game Pass

Aside from Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy, there are a few other standout titles. Starsand island is likely going to appeal to fans of cozy games, while platforming fans may want to check out Blood Dungeon.

Be sure to check back soon for more news and updates on the latest additions and removals from Xbox Game Pass.

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Gamescom 2026 is less than a week away and the inevitable rush of leaks and rumors have started to arrive. Amongst the intel seems to be an indication that Xbox is going to show up at the event with a surprising game reveal.

Industry INsider Teases Major Xbox Reveal for Gamescom

Gamescom 2026 officially kicks off next Monday, on August 24, but lots of rumors have already been swirling around the events biggest announcements. Over the last few hours, a handful of industry insiders have teased some advanced knowledge about Xbox showing up at the event to make a surprise announcement.

The rumor began with some tweets from NateTheHate2, who has proven to be a fairly reliable source of Microsoft information over the years. In response to a question about what whether Nate was aware of any type of surprises in the Gamescom Opening Night Live lineup, the account replied with:

“I’ve heard of a neat Xbox announcement that should be at Gamescom.”

This obviously sent fans into a frenzy to try and uncover for information. Nate didn’t say too much more, but did reply to one question that asked what it will be:

“Something that has my interest and curiosity piqued.”

After Nate’s posts got the conversation started, more evidence later arrived from Windows Central editor Jez Corden. Although Corden said that his information was still in the rumor territory and not 100% confirmed, he added some new information by claiming that the announcement would be an unexpected sequel, not a new IP.

““there might be a pretty big surprise (probably very unexpected sequel) reveal (not Banjo lol).”

Obviously there’s not a lot of information to go on at this point, but it will be very interesting to tune in to Opening Night Live and see what sort of trailers or world premiers end up being a part of the show. Some fans have been making guesses, but there isn’t really enough information to confirm those theories at this time.

Xbox is still very much trying to redefine the narrative after a huge round of layoffs and the loss of some studios early this summer, so the company is likely hoping to get some positive press as soon as possible.

Be sure to check back for lots more news and updates in the days leading up to the Gamescom 2026 kick off.

Gamescom 2026 begins August 24 and runs through August 30.

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Magic: The Gathering players can now attempt to order five different brand-new products as part of the latest The Hobbit-themed superdrop.

Secret Lair x The Hobbit: A Marvelous Mathoms Superdrop

Magic: The Gathering’s latest Secret Lair drop went live today and brought a ton of new The Hobbit-themed cards out to tempt Lord of the Rings fans with limited quantity rare products.

The A Marvelous Mathoms Superdrop went live for pre-orders this morning and actually includes five unique products, each with a different theme and art style.

Here is a full breakdown of each product and which Magic: The Gathering cards players can find in them:

• Secret Lair x The Hobbit: He Who Walks Unseen
  • 1x Arcane Heist, 1x Contentious Plan, 1x Curiosity, 1x Solve the Equation, 1x Windfall
• Secret Lair x The Hobbit: Second Breakfast and Beyond
  • 7x Food Token
• Secret Lair x The Hobbit: Over the Edge of the Wild
  • 1x Cloudshift, 1x Tocasia’s Welcome as “Quite a Merry Gathering”, 1x Stony Silence, 1x Imp’s Mischief, 1x Seize the Spoils
• Secret Lair x The Hobbit: Smaug’s Spoils
  • 1x Fellwar Stone as “Erebor Heirloom”, 1x Lightning Greaves, 1x Liquimetal Torque, 1x Sol Ring, 1x Thought Vessel
• Secret Lair x The Hobbit: Desolation
  • 1x Defile, 1x Diabolic Intent, 1x Dread Return, 1x Mirkwood Bats, 1x Read the Bones

Secret Lair x The Hobbit: He Who Walks Unseen will be available exclusively in Out of Sight edition for $59.99, while all other Secret Lair x The Hobbit drops will be available in Foil ($39.99) and Non-Foil ($29.99) while supplies last.

For every $199 spent, orders will also come with a promo Arcane Signet as “Heart of the Mountain”, featuring the gemstone found deep beneath the Lonely Mountain, while supplies last.

As always, Secret Lair drops are really targetted for the collectible and superfan market and the average Magic: The Gathering player probably won’t make a grab for these products unless there happens to be a particular hard to find card in one that they’ve been searching for.

The A Marvelous Mathoms Superdrop follows the recent Secret Lair Commander Deck: Hatsune Miku which went up for sale on August 10. That first of its find Secret Lair Commander Deck ended up being incredibly successful thanks to the popularity surrounding both the 100-card format and Hatsune Miku.

It will be very interesting to see how well these The Hobbit products sell now that they have the spotlight. Be sure to check back soon for lots more Magic: The Gathering news and updates.

Magic: The Gathering is available now at local game shops and digitally through Magic Arena.

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A new leak from a reliable source claims to confirm two earlier rumors about a 2023 Blizzard game finally making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 this fall.

Leak: Diablo IV Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 September 15

Diablo IV released three years ago at this point, but Nintendo gamers have still been waiting to get in on the action. The title is already available on PC and in the PlayStation and Xbox ecosystems, but some new leaks and rumors suggest that it will finally be arriving on a Nintendo device as well in just a month.

The new information comes from DealLabs, who are claim to have information to confirm that the Age of Hatred Collection is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and will include the base game as well as the major expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred.

According to the intel from DealLabs:

“As promised, we’re back with new details on the release of Diablo IV on Switch 2. It will indeed be the Age of Hatred Collection , available in both physical and digital editions for €69.99 / $69.99 / £62.99. As a reminder, this collection includes the base game as well as the major expansions Vessel of Hatred and Lord of Hatred.”

The leak went on to dive into details surrounding the release date, as well:

“As for the release date, it’s finally set for September 15, 2026. The official announcement date remains unknown, but it could well coincide with the opening of pre-orders , scheduled for September 12, 2026, according to our latest information. This date is significant, as it corresponds to the opening of BlizzCon 2026, which will be held from September 12 to 13, 2026.”

Readers should keep in mind that this information is still unofficial and Blizzard and Nintendo have not actually confirmed any details about this release at this point. If the leak does end up being accurate, it does seem likely that the new version of the game would be announced at next month’s BlizzCon event and released very shortly afterwards.

With BlizzCon just around the corner, it will be very exciting to see what else Blizzard has been working on behind closed doors. World of Warcraft Classic fans are still hoping to learn more about the mysterious Camelot. Additionally, there’s always the hope that Blizzard might suprise fans with a brand-new game reveal, rather than just new content and expansions for its many existing live service games.

Be sure to check back soon for more and Blizzard news and updates.

Diablo IV is currently available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series consoles. The Nintendo Switch 22 version has not been officially announced at this point.

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Dungeons and Dragons players who want to further explore the world of Eberron can now dive deeper into the setting with tons of new player creation options.

Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone Adds Tons of New Player and DM Resources

Dungeons and Dragons recently took the stage at Gen Con 2026 and announced a huge roadmap of content coming to the game in the next years. From a World of Warcraft crossover to the return of the Dark Sun campaign setting, there was a bit of something for everyone.

As players wait for those next major sourcebooks and adventures to arrive, there is still plenty of other content to check out. Fans of the Eberron campaign settings may be excited to learn that a new partnered content release is bringing 254 new pages of Eberron content to the game.

“Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone is a comprehensive guide to Western Frontier, describing its towns, themes, customs and denizens in addition to options for players and Dungeon Masters. This includes a detailed exploration of the town of Quickstone, the ideal hub for a campaign on the frontier, as well as an adventure path that’s the perfect start to an Eberron campaign. Learn more about the Tieflings of the Venomous Demesne, the secretive Three Faces of Coin, the deadly cult of Orlassk, and far more. The Frontier awaits!”

The Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone content is available now on D&D Beyond for $39.99. The digital content is fully compatible with the current version of Dungeons and Dragons and offers a ton of player and DM tools to help kick off a new adventure in the Western Frontier.

Here’s a full list of everything players and DMs can find inside the Frontiers of Eberron: Quickstone materials:

• 6 subclasses. Explore the Demonshard Barbarian, Nemesis Sorcerer, Bloodhound Ranger, and more!
• 6 species and 5 backgrounds that allow you to play as a denizen of Droaam. Charm foes with your voice as a Harpy, petrify enemies as a Medusa, or play a true predator as a wild Worg!
• 15 feats that support the species introduced in this book as well as options for wandslingers and Eberron’s unique druidic traditions! Hone your skills with Staff and Wand, or master the secrets of the Greensingers!
• 3 new spells and over 35 magic items including Daelkyr symbionts, treasures of Droaam, and fiendish relics!
• 25 monsters, including powerful Archfey, the Daelkyr Orlassk, and the dreadful Overlord Tol Kharash!
• Heart of Stone, an adventure path that will take player characters from 1st to 5th level!

That’s a ton of new source material for D&D players and dungeon masters to add to their tool box. Dungeons and Dragons has already promised more Eberron partnered content will be coming from Visionary Production & Design as part of the new studio partnerships deal, so this is possible the first of multiple Eberron products coming up.

“Three new studio partnerships will bring official content to more D&D settings: a return to Ravenloft and the Domains of Dread with Ghostfire Gaming in 2027; an Eberron adventure featuring the Lord of Blades from Visionary Productions in 2028; and new Forgotten Realms content from Kobold Press also coming in 2028.”

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Dungeons and Dragons news and updates.

Dungeons and Dragons is available now at local game shops and digitally through D&D Beyond, Roll20, and other similar online services.

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The latest D&D Beyond Drop has arrived and it is jam-packed with adventure materials for DMs and players to prepare for JRPG-inspired encounters in the sewers.

D&D Beyond August Drops for DMs

Dungeons and Dragons DMs take inspiration from all kinds of places when developing plot and encounter ideas for their one-shots or campaigns. In addition to movies and TV, it’s also very common to borrow tropes and ideas from video games.

This month’s D&D Beyond Drop runs with that idea and provides a massive list of resources for Dungeons and Dragons fans that are all inspired by JRPG sewer levels. The sewers-themed drop includes multiple maps that can be used individually or pulled together to form a full sewer dungeon for players to scour.

Here is the full list of new resources available to D&D Beyond subscribers who check out the August Drop for DMs:

Monsters

• Sovereign Ooze Vassal (CR 4). These oozes were once discarded, magical experiments that have been animated and given life by a magical spark. Artist Credit: Alejandro Pacheco
• Sovereign Ooze Lord (CR 9). The result of two Sovereign Ooze Vassals merging, these oozes gain a more evolved intelligence and seek to further its agendas. Artist Credit: Alejandro Pacheco
• Sovereign Ooze Monarch (CR 17). The outcome of two Sovereign Ooze Lords merging; these oozes carry out the will of a greater power or try to consume all organic matter. Artist Credit: Alejandro Pacheco

Maps

• Sewer Dungeon Entrance. One of the many entrances to this sprawling sewer dungeon; can you find your way to the surface? It can be found under Dungeons > Sewers. Cartographer Credit: Gerralt Landman
• Sewer Dungeon Inner Chambers. There are many twists and turns within this sprawling sewer system – can you find all the secrets hidden within? It can be found under Dungeons > Sewers. Cartographer Credit: Gerralt Landman
• Sewer Dungeon Boss Chamber and Exit. The end is finally in sight! Weirdly, there’s a big open space in the middle before the exit, and piles of skulls that can be found around it… Is that a save point and a chance to regain all my HP?! It can be found under Dungeons > Sewers. Cartographer Credit: Gerralt Landman
• Sewer Dungeon Combined. This is a combined version of the previous three maps, placed together for your convenience. It can be found under Dungeons > Sewers. Cartographer Credit: Gerralt Landman
• Neighborhood along City Walls. This sprawling urban neighborhood is perfect for a city encounter. It can be found under Urban > Street. Cartographer Credit: Chippy

Stickers

• 13 Sewer Stickers. We have 13 sewer stickers as part of this Drop as well! These are focused on letting you customize and change things about the sewer maps we’ve provided so that you can tailor it to fit your needs! Artist Credit: Gerralt Landman

D&D Beyond August Drops For Players

This month’s drop isn’t only for DMs, though. In addition to the monsters, maps, and stickers, this drop also includes a decent list of resources for players, as well. Players with access to the August Drop can check out the following Magic Items, feat, and background:

Magic Items

• Alarm Pylon. A large post that allows you to set a specific trigger if someone casts a specific type of spell; if a creature takes damage; or if an object takes damage.
• Silencing Satchel. A satchel that inflicts a silencing hex on an enemy, sealing their mouth completely shut.
• Sync Ring. While wearing this ring, whenever you write something, a copy of the writing will also appear in a specified blank book.
• Unraveling Cloak. A cloak that allows you to unravel its fabric to be used as a thread that you can follow. Highly recommended for labyrinths.
• Wand of Misdirection. A wand that allows you to cast Mislead up to 4 times a day.

Feat

• Fey Tormentor. Develop your Fey pact by learning how to confound and curse your enemies!

Background

• And just to make sure that you’re feeling adequately inspired when exploring the sewers – we’ve also added 4 new vermin-inspired character sheet backdrops!

That’s everything included in this month’s Drop, but D&D fans should keep an eye out for more content when September arrives.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Dungeons and Dragons news and updates.

Dungeons and Dragons is available now at local game shops and digitally through D&D Beyond, Roll20, and other online services.

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Luna dropped the full list of titles coming to the game streaming service in the second half of August and one of the most popular modern Assassin’s Creed titles is going to be available to play at no additional cost for Amazon Prime subscribers.

Luna Adds Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Mirage In August

Although services like Xbox Game Pass, Nintendo Switch Online, and PlayStation Plus are certainly far more popular with console gamers, many Amazon customers also have access to a large library of streaming titles that they might not even be aware is included in their Amazon Prime subscription.

Amazon Prime members gain access to a decent amount of titles through the Luna service. Luna has done a pretty good job of securing attractive titles over the last few months and late August appears to be another drop that could get some extra attention.

Although there’s a lot to check out, one of the biggest highlights is definitely the inclusion of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Although the Ubisoft title is six years old at this point, it’s still a fan-favorite and well worth checking out for any gamers who may have slept on it when it first released. Assassin’s Creed Mirage will also be arriving later this month.

Luna didn’t release a specific date yet, but did confirm that the title will be available to stream sometime in August for Amazon Prime members. Subscribers should keep an eye on the Luna Standard library for new additions in the coming weeks.

Here is the full list of new additions to Luna Standard this month:

• Now Available: Bluey: The Videogame – Playtime with the Heeler crew is now bigger and better, with new characters, minigames, unlockables, and collectibles to discover. Join Bluey, Bingo, Mum, Dad, plus her cousin Muffin and Uncle Stripe in interactive adventures set across iconic locations. Whether solo or in co-op, experience the joy of Bluey’s world with your family and friends.
• Now Available: Disney/Pixar Brave: The Video Game – Brave: The Video Game invites players to run, jump and battle their way through the rugged landscape of mythical and mysterious Scotland. By using their wits and bravery, gamers will also be able to wield a sword and bow and arrow to defeat fierce enemies, break a magical curse and save a kingdom.
• Now Available: Disney/Pixar: WALL-E – WALL-E follows the story of a small, sentient robot whose sole purpose is to clean up Earth’s voluminous garbage. Based on the 2008 computer animated film from Pixar Animation Studios, the video game version of WALL-E involves playing as the lonely robot as he navigates a trash-tainted world and begins an unlikely trek across the cosmos.
• Coming this month: Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Become Eivor, a legendary Viking warrior, driven from Norway by endless wars and dwindling resources in ninth century AD. Players can relive the ruthless fighting style of Viking warriors and partake in political alliances to influence the world of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla.
• Coming this month: Assassin’s Creed Mirage – Follow Basim Ibn Is’haq, a young thief with a mysterious past who joins the Hidden Ones in Alamut on a quest for answers, in ninth-century Baghdad at the peak of its Golden Age.

Additionally, Prime subscribers can also access the following PC titles during August:

• Right and Down (August 6, GOG)
• Hiveswap Friendsim (August 6, GOG)
• Pyramids and Aliens: Escape Room (August 13, GOG)
• Airship: Kingdoms Adrift (August 13, Epic Games Store)
• Steelrising (August 13, Epic Games Store)
• Royal Romances: Forbidden Magic (August 20, 3P)
• Spray Paint Simulator (August 20, Amazon Games App)
• Havendock (August 27, Amazon Games App)
• Clash: Artifacts of Chaos (August 27, Epic Games Store

Be sure to check back soon for more news and updates on the Luna catalog and the Assassins’ Creed franchise.

Amazon Prime subscribers can check out the full Luna GameNight and Luna Standard library of games now.

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Dungeons and Dragons recently revealed a ton of plans for the future of the TTRPG, including a return to some of the game’s most popular locations and characters with the D&D Icons line.

D&D Icons Will Return to Greyhawk, Dragonlance, and The LEgend of Drizzt

Dungeons and Dragons certainly laid out an ambitious plan for the coming year or so for the TTRPG brand. In addition to returning to classic campaign settings and partnerships with World of Warcraft and Star Wars, the team also teased collaborations with some of the game’s most iconic creatives from over the years.

Actor and D&D enthusiast Joe Manganiello took the stage during the event to unveil D&D Icons and tease some upcoming work with D&D heavy hitters like Tracy Hickman, Luke Gygax, and R.A. Salvatore.

D&D Icons is a new initiative led by Joe Manganiello that pairs legendary creators and visionaries with the D&D team to shape the future of the game. Icons will touch everything from setting guides and adventure modules to accessories and beyond, all in close collaboration with the studio.

he first three major collaborations that will come out of the D&D Icons initiative include:

• Dragonlance, with Tracy Hickman – Dragonlance is returning, with co-creator Tracy Hickman working with the team to give this storied setting a new, epic treatment.
• Greyhawk, with Luke Gygax – Greyhawk is coming back as well. Luke Gygax is working from his father Gary Gygax’s previously unreleased notes to build classic Greyhawk experiences planned for 2027, seen partly through the eyes of the archmage Melf.
• Drizzt Do’Urden, with R.A. Salvatore – No D&D Icons lineup would be complete without the creator of the game’s most enduring character—R.A. Salvatore. His Drizzt books have hit the New York Times bestseller list more than 20 times, selling over 50 million copies in a dozen languages.
• Drizzt holds a special place in the world of D&D, and we’re excited to bring the most legendary drow the Forgotten Realms has ever seen back to the table.

No specific products were actually announced during the teaser, so it’s a little hard to know what to expect. It sounds like the end results could be anything from sourcebooks, campaign settings, new crossover novels, or other merchandise.

Hopefully as the year plays out more details will be revealed about the first real products available as part of the D&D Icons lineup.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more news and updates on Dungeons and Dragons.

Dungeons and Dragons is available now at local game shops and digitally through D&D Beyond, Roll20, and similar online services.

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Nearly 30 years after its original console launch, this PlayStation 1 era fighting game is now available to purchase on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.

Touki DenShou Angel Eyes Releases on Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 August 13

Touki Denshou Angel Eyes was originally an arcade exclusive in 1996, but a home console version soon followed in 1997 when Tecmo released a PlayStation port of the game. The home console port also added intros and endings for each character to beef up the game’s Story Mode.

The title launched in a similar time frame to Dead or Alive, which greatly overshadowed it. Unlike Dead or Alive, Touki Denshou Angel Eyes did not go on to spawn a franchise and follow up titles after its release. Despite that, it’s still an interesting piece of fighting game history for retro gaming fans to revisit.

Players can choose their fighter from the “Eight Angels” and battle their way to the top to become the ultimate “Archangel” in this retro fighting game.

“The game is fully loaded with home-console exclusives like “STORY” and “TRAINING” modes!! Experience the ultimate evolution from the arcade original—dive in and enjoy “TOUKI DENSHOU ANGEL EYES” today.” The game supports single player and local 2 player PvP fights.”

The Console Archivesd version of the game is available now in the Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5 digital storefronts for $11.99. If you are unable to find the game listed in the online store, please be aware that these products may not be available in your area.

Longtime PlayStation fans may also recall a previous port of the title making its way to the Japanese PlayStation Network’s Game Archives during the PlayStation Portable and PlayStation 3 era back in 2008.

As always, the Console Archives edition will also come equipped with some modern conveniences and quality-of-life improvements:

• customizable button layouts
• rapid-fire settings
• multiple save points

Additional options include screen layout adjustments and filters that recreate the the nostalgic atmosphere of CRT TVs, allowing players to customize the visual experience to their preference.

Touki Denshou Angel Eyes is just the latest in a long list of retro titles that Console Archives have resurrected this summer. Other recent highlights include Doraemon, TRAG, The Legend of Kage, and Master of Monsters: Disciples of Gaia.

Be sure to check back soon for the latest retro gaming news and updates.

The Console Archives edition of Touki Denshou Angel Eyes is available now on Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.

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Subnautica 2 fans who can’t get enough of the game can now opt into the Experimental Build audience if they want to get early access to new features and help provide even more feedback on the game.

Subnautica 2 Rolls Out Experimental Mode For Xbox Insiders

Subnautica 2 launched its early access period earlier this year in May 2026 and players have had all summer to explore the depths try to survive. There have already been a handful of big updates that added new features and improvements to the game, but Unknown Worlds is far from finished.

As Subnautica 2 continues to collect feedback, test out new features, and evolve; the team is preparing to invite more players to check out the game’s experimental builds to help test out the newest updates.

As of today, Subnautica 2 Experimental is now available through the Xbox Insider Program, giving players the opportunity to experience upcoming updates early and help shape the future of the game alongside the team at Unknown Worlds.

The Experimental preview gives players access to in-development content before it’s released to all players. These builds allow the development team to gather valuable feedback, identify issues, and refine upcoming features with the help of the community.

Players who are considering checking out Subnautica 2 Experimental should keep these points in mind:

• You’ll need to own Subnautica 2 or have access through an active Game Pass subscription.
• Experimental builds contain content still under development and may be less stable than the regular version.
• Experimental players can only play multiplayer with other Experimental players.
• Saves are version-specific. Experimental saves cannot be used in the Stable version, and Stable saves cannot be used in Experimental.

How To Join the Subnautica 2 Experimental Group

• On your Xbox Series X|S Console or Windows PC, sign-in and launch the Xbox Insider Hub app (or install it from the Store if needed)
• Navigate to Previews > Subnautica 2 Experimental
• Select Join
• Wait for registration to complete, then you’ll be directed to the Store to install Subnautica 2 Experimental

The original Subnautica was in early access for around three years, so it will be very interesting to see how long Unknown Worlds continues to tinker with the sequel before the team is ready to officially call it finished.

There are likely still many updates to come, so fans should expect lots more as the year continues. Be sure to check back soon for lots more Subnautica 2 news and updates as the game’s early access period continues to evolve.

Subnautica 2 is available now in early access on PC and Xbox Series consoles.

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After select influencers and press had the chance to battle in New York City for a special Mewtwo, Pokemon GO is now offering the rest of the playerbase the chance to encounter a perfect Mewtwo wherever they are.

How To Catch MAxed Out Mewtwo in Pokemon GO

It may be hard to believe it but Pokemon GO has been around for a full decade at this point. To help celebrate the major milestone, the mobile game has been hosting a variety of exciting events and activities throughout the whole summer.

The latest major celebration comes in the form of a new chance for every player to earn a very special encounter with Mewtwo.

As part of the 10th anniversary celebration, Trainers around the world will be able to enjoy free Timed Research leading to an encounter with a Mewtwo with maxed-out stats and a Special Background. Mewtwo caught from the Timed Research will also have the third Mega Level unlocked for Mega Mewtwo Y.

The special free Timed Research is available Wednesday, August 12, at 4:00 p.m. PDT through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. local time. In order to secure the special encounter, the tasks associated with this Timed Research must be completed and their rewards must be claimed before Sunday, September 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. local time.

Luckily, the Timed Research is a very simple one:

Catch 10 Pokémon – 1 Master Ball
Power up Pokémon 10 times – 500 Mewtwo Mega Energy
Overall Reward – Mewtwo (100 IV) Encounter

Players should definitely log in and take advantage of this bonus right away while it is available. It will be very interesting to see if this special opportunity helps bring lapsed players back to the mobile game. Mewtwo is a very special Pokemon to many fans and Gen I events tend to get special attention from nostalgic gamers.

Although Pokemon GO doesn’t have nearly the same dedicated player base that it had during its first year, there are still plenty of active players who will be excited to add this 100 IV Mewtwo to their collection to help commemorate the 10th birthday of the game.

A ton of features have been added to the mobile app over the years, so lapsed players who hop back in for this Timed Research may find a very different experience than what they had left behind.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Pokemon GO news and updates.

Pokemon GO is available now in mobile devices in most regions.

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PlayStation Plus has revealed its full lineup of August 2025 additions to the game catalog and this round includes multiple big budget and indie hits from the last few years.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Comes to PlayStation Plus

2025’s Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is coming to the PlayStation Plus game catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers just a little more than a year after it originally launched in February 2025.

The game was a huge hit and on multiple short lists for game of the year, so it is likely going to be a popular addition to the service.

For those who aren’t familiar with the game, players take on the role of Henry of Skalitz, an ordinary man doing extraordinary things, caught in a gripping tale of revenge, betrayal and discovery.

Henry will embark on an epic journey, from a humble blacksmith’s forge to the court of Kings, as he searches for purpose in this beautiful but brutal medieval world. From bustling city streets to lush forests, discover an open-world medieval Europe through this thrilling action RPG set amid the chaos of a civil war in 15th-century Bohemia.

Every Game Coming to PlayStation Plus in August 2026

Helldivers 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II are the spotlight games for the month, but they are not the only title being added to the service. There are plenty of other big additions across genres that PlayStation Plus subscribers can check out during August.

Here is a full list of all the changes arriving in August:

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium | Game Catalog

• Helldivers 2 | PS5
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance II | PS5
• Vampire Survivors | PS5, PS4
• Hell is Us | PS5
  • Hell is Us will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.
• Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash | PS4
  • Umamusume Pretty Derby – Party Dash will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.
• Two Point Museum | PS5
  • Two Point Museum will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.
• Metro Exodus | PS5, PS4
  • Metro Exodus will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.
• Dying Light 2 | PS5, PS4
  • Dying Light 2 will be available August 25 in the US, the UK and Japan.

PlayStation Plus Premium

• Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams | PS5, PS4
• Disney’s Atlantis: The Lost Empire | PS5, PS4

That’s an impressive list of titles and it seems like PS Plus subscribers will have plenty of options when it comes to exploring the game catalog throughout the final weeks of the summer.

Be sure to check back soon for more news and updates on the latest PlayStation Plus game catalog rotations.

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Overwatch players can now take a new hero onto the battlefield after installing the Season 4: Heroes of Busan update.

Overwatch Adds D.Mon To The Roster

Season 4 has officially arrived and Overwatch players are now free to explore all of the updates that arrive in the Heroes of Busan content update. For many gamers, the most exciting part of this addition will be the arrival of D.Mon.

“In Season 4, the Junkers and Talon descend upon Busan, the MEKA base is called to action, and one long-awaited pilot finally steps into the roster.”

D.Mon arrives with the Season 4 launch and she brings her sword, shield, and a whole lot of MEKA muscle to the Tank roster.

Players will be able to wield her Plasma Saber to cut through close enemies, take one for your teammates with a strategically placed Power Barrier, launch yourself anywhere with Propulsors, and trade close range pressure for the reach of a Fusion Repeater to keep your opponents on the back foot. Then, when the moment is right, unleash D.Mon’s Limit Break Ultimate and help your entire team push forward.

Battle Pass Revamp Details

Additionally, this season finally delivers some long-requested updates to Battle Pass progression.

Instead of working through a fixed order, players will choose which Legendary skin they want to pursue first after completing an introductory track, so you can prioritize the things they want most.

Premium Battle Pass owners will also be able to use a Tier Hack once per Battle Pass to swap an eligible Legendary reward for another curated cosmetic from the seasonal Swap Pool.

This season’s pool launches with returning favorites spanning all Hero roles to include Raijin Ashe, Mob Boss Junker Queen, Cardboard Reinhardt, Sakura Lifeweaver, and Crustacean Wrecking Ball.

Additionally, arriving at Season 4 midcycle, Unvaulted Passes will give players a second chance to catch up on rewards from select Battle Passes past. Once players pick one up (or if you already owned the original eligible Battle Pass), it will stay permanently available, letting owners progress alongside the current season whenever it fits their schedule.

It will be very interesting to see if the combination of the new hero and the Battle Pass revamp are enough to bring some lapsed players back to the game and potentially bring some new players into the mix, as well.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Overwatch news and updates.

Overwatch is available now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.

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PlayStation Plus Game Catalog is getting a popular new addition today with Helldivers 2 joining the subscription service just in time to drop a major content update.

Helldivers 2: Devoid of Liberty Update

It’s been more than two years since Helldivers 2 took the gaming world by storm in early 2024, but the game is still making content additions and connecting with new gamers.

The latest push to keep the Helldivers 2 community engaged and growing arrived this week when the title became available to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members. This is a major addition to the subscription service and is likely going to bring in a lot of new players who haven’t checked out the game yet.

In addition to joining the PlayStation Plus game library, Helldivers 2 also released the Devoid of Liberty content update, which includes a ton of new action for players to dive into.

• Journey to the Void – Getting into the Void presents a unique challenge. High Command has ordered reconnaissance missions to gather as much intel as possible in order to give us an advantage.
• Complete new missions – You will be given new objectives to conquer–destroy Illuminate spires and gateways, complete data reconnaissance, and infiltrate Illuminate structures with your team. New secondary objectives will also become available, from eradicating Void mutations to extracting materials for research, as well as the opportunity to open a secondary extraction zone on the map to potentially evacuate your squad faster.
• Exterminate new threats – As you fight your way toward the Void, you’ll encounter new, hideously mutated organisms. We have received intelligence reports that indicate these metamorphosed creatures are emerging from the heart of the Void–they are ghoulish diversions wrought into existence by the Illuminate scourge to threaten our freedom.
  • The Wretch
  • The Crusher
• Dive with more impact – You may now gain all 300 ranks of security access and privileges, as well as new rank titles. We have commissioned SEAF platoons to aid in completing operations. They’ll arrive on dropships to fight alongside you and your squad, offering medical support via stims, but also give a boost to your morale when you salute, shake hands, and–of course–hug them.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members can download the game now to jump into the action. They’ll also be able to join in as the community takes on the latest epic collective challenge. Players will be working together to eliminate 500 million enemies by August 18 to unlock four Helldiver PlayStation avatars.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more Helldivers 2 news and updates.

Helldivers 2 is available now on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.

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Xbox boss Asha Sharma shares her thoughts after watching a live playthrough of The Elder Scrolls VI and she also teases the game’s mysterious subtitle.

The Elder Scrolls VI: ******** Live Gameplay Reaction From Asha Sharma

The Elder Scrolls VI was first announced all the way back in 2018 and Bethesda has been quietly working on the long-awaited sequel for close to a decade at this point. Although the studio wants to get the project just right, there is definitely new pressure from the larger vision and strategy at Xbox and Asha Sharma’s push to release games in major tentpole franchises more frequently.

Bethesda currently holds the keys to some of the most popular franchises under the larger Xbox umbrella, so there is a lot of attention on the studio after the latest Xbox reset. Xbox is definitely banking on The Elder Scrolls VI being a major hit and Asha Sharma is already starting to hype the project up and make sure gamers don’t forget about it.

Just yesterday, Asha Sharma took to social media to confirm that she had just watched a live playthrough of the project and she took the opportunity to compliment its scale, grandeur, and story.

“Live playthrough of The Elder Scrolls VI: ******** this morning. The scale and grandeur are incredible. The story is even greater.”

In addition to the compliments about the game itself, Sharma also provided the first major clue about the project’s subtitle. Her post included an eight character placeholder for the game’s subtitle.

In response to Sharma’s post, Bethesda replied and also referred to the game with an eight character placeholder, as well:

“It was great being able to show you ********. Thank you for the kind words and a wonderful visit.”

Fans who are desperate for some new information about the project are taking that response as confirmation that the subtitle will be eight characters long. There are a handful of popular theories floating around online, including Redguard, Highrock, and Dominion. That said, those guesses are just speculation based on existing lore and it’s always possible that Bethesda will surprise the community with something totally unexpected for the subtitle.

For now, fans are going to have to continue to wait until the game gets a more significant reveal. Be sure to check back soon for lots more news and updates on The Elder Scrolls VI and everything else in the works at Bethesda.

The Elder Scrolls VI does not have a confirmed release window at this time.

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Although Insomniac Games is currently focused on launch Marvel’s Wolverine this year, a new listing has popped up online that may offer a hint about what else the studio has in production.

IMDB Listing for Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 Goes Live

Marvel’s Wolverine launches on September 15 and will deliver the next Insomniac Games single-player narrative focused superhero title. The game is poised to be Sony’s biggest title this fall and, if it’s up to the quality of Insomniac’s Spider-Man titles, then it could be a major game of the year contender when December arrives.

Once Marvel’s Wolverine has shipped, it’s a bit of a mystery what Insomniac Games will be working on next. Previous leaks had suggested that the team might be returning to the world of Marvel’s Spider-Man for another spin-off title or standalone project, similar to Spider-Man: Miles Morales, but a new IMDB listing is pointing in another direction.

The new IMDB listing for Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 was spotted by SpiderManCD on X/Twitter (and reported via Insider Gaming). The listing doesn’t include many details, but it does list out the following credits:

• Directors: Bryan Intihar and Ryan Smith
• Peter Parker (Voice): Yuri Lowenthal

No additional cast members or producers are listed. At this point, it’s very unclear if this is new information or just a listing that has pulled the directors and lead voice from the previous installments in the franchise.

Insomniac Games has not officially announced Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 or responded to questions about the IMDB posting. Fans should definitely take this rumor with a grain of salt. An IMDB listing is far from official confirmation and the project shouldn’t be considered actually in production until Insomniac or Sony break the news.

If it does turn out that Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 is the next superhero game coming from Insomniac Games, that will disprove some earlier theories that a Venom standalone title was going to follow up the conclusion of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2’s story.

There have also been some rumors that, depending on the success of Marvel’s Wolverine, Insomniac might expand further into the mutant universe with an X-Men game. At this point in time, none of those rumors have been confirmed though.

Be sure to check back soon for lots more news and updates on the Marvel’s Spider-Man franchise and everything else in the works at Insomniac Games.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 3 has not been confirmed at this time. Marvel’s Wolverine launches on September 15, 2026 exclusively for the PS5.

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Just a little over one month after the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes set released, Magic’s Play Design Team is officially banning and restricting one of its most powerful cards from two tournament formats.

The Fantasticar Is Banned and Restricted

Magic: The Gathering’s Marvel Super Heroes set arrived in early June and quickly became another major hit for Wizards of the Coast. The Universes Beyond IP crossover brought plenty of Marvel fans to the Magic: The Gathering scene and helped expand the popularity of the decades old collectible card game.

Now that the Marvel Super Heroes cards have been around long enough for a new metagame to shake out and for some major tournaments to take place, it has become clear that one card has become too dominant in the Legacy and Vintage formats. To help solve the metagame issue, Magic is updating the Banned list to remove the Fantasticar from Legacy play and to restrict it from Vintage play.

Here is the fully update banned list, as of August 11, 2026:

Standard
Badgermole Cub is banned.
Stormchaser’s Talent is banned.
Gran-Gran is banned.

Pioneer
No changes

Modern
No changes

Legacy
The Fantasticar is banned.

Vintage
The Fantasticar is restricted.

Pauper
No changes

Alchemy
No changes

Historic
No changes

Timeless
No changes

Brawl
No changes

Competitive Brawl
No changes

For those who aren’t familiar with the decks that have been using The Fantasticar, they essentially take advantage of fast mana cards and the multiple 0-mana spells available in the Vintage and Legacy formats to very quickly generate four 4/4 colorless Constructs in one turn.

The combo is a lot of fun for players who can pull it off, but it has become so dominate that it is ruining a bit of the competitive spirit of Legacy and Vintage tournaments at the moment. Hopefully these updates in the Banned list will help rebalance things and shake up the metagame.

Updates to the Banned list are not uncommon for Magic: The Gathering, so it isn’t too surprising to see the team responding so quickly to adjust the rules in response to the popularity of The Fanatasticar strategy.

Be sure to check back in the near future for more news and updates on Magic: The Gathering.

Magic: The Gathering is available now at local game shops and digitally through Magic Arena.

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