Eight new Fortnite Sprites are being added when Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 launches on August 20. The new Sprites were revealed in the official Fortnite Override trailer, including Sonic, Tails, Klombo, and several other fan-favorite characters. Here is every new Fortnite Sprite confirmed for next season so far.

All 8 New Fortnite Sprites Coming on August 20

Eight new Fortnite Sprites are coming to the game in the major August 20 update. The Sprites were revealed today in the official Fortnite Override trailer. So far, the new Chapter 7 Season 4 Sprites includes Sonic, Tails, Klombo and more.

There is even a new Sprite based on a Victory Crown, as well as several other fan-favorite Fortnite characters. For your convenience, here is the complete list of new Fortnite Sprites confirmed for Chapter 7 Season 4 so far:

Complete List of Fortnite Override Sprites Confirmed So Far

• Sonic Sprite – Lets you use Sonic’s Spin Dash and boosts your sprinting speed.
• Tails Sprite – Lets you hover through the air.
• Jazz Jackrabbit Sprite – Power TBA.
• Klombo Sprite – Power TBA.
• Bushranger Sprite – Power TBA.
• Killswitch Sprite – Power TBA.
• Victory Crown Sprite – Power TBA.
• Battle Pass Skin Sprite – Power TBA.

Fortnite Override Sprites First Look

As mentioned above, we still don’t know what most of the new Chapter 7 Season 4 Sprites actually do. Based on the preview we got of them in the trailer, however, we can determine that the Sonic Sprite lets you run fast, while the Tails Sprite allows you to hover through the air. And well, that’s kind of obvious.

Although their abilities haven’t been fully revealed yet, we do have our first look at what the new Fortnite Override Sprites look like.

Sonic Sprite

Tails Sprite

Jazz Jackrabbit Sprite

Klombo Sprite

Bushranger Sprite

Killswitch Sprite

Victory Crown Sprite

Battle Pass Skin Sprite

Epic Games will likely reveal the remaining Sprite abilities before Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 launches on August 20. Either way, Sonic’s Spin Dash and Tails’ hovering ability already show that Override Sprites will offer more unique powers than the ones currently available in the game.

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Epic Games has officially released the Fortnite Override trailer, revealing all of the gaming crossovers coming to the battle royale in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4. Here is every collab confirmed so for the major August 20 update, including which characters are in the Battle Pass and which cosmetics are expected to be released in the Item Shop.

Fortnite Override Trailer Reveals Chapter 7 Season 4 Collabs

After months of anticipation, Epic Games has finally released the Fortnite Override trailer and key art, showcasing what players can expect from the next season. The promotional video confirms every major gaming crossover that will be featured in the August 20 update, including Sonic, Persona 5, Mega Man, and more.

However, Epic also finally confirmed that the long-rumored Kingdom Hearts Fortnite collab is real. In the official key art, we can see the Fortnite Sora skin and Keyblade pickaxe in action. The trailer also featured some additional surprises as well, such as Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.

For your convenience, here is the complete list of every Fortnite Override collab confirmed for Chapter 7 Season 4, along with how each cosmetic can be obtained:

All Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Collabs – Complete List

Collab	Character or Cosmetic	How to Get	Release Date
Sonic the Hedgehog	Sonic Skin	Battle Pass	August 20
Sonic the Hedgehog	Dr. Eggman Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Sonic the Hedgehog	Shadow Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Sonic the Hedgehog	Rush Sidekick	Item Shop	TBA
Sonic the Hedgehog	Tails Glider	Item Shop	TBA
Kingdom Hearts	Sora Skin + Keyblade Pickaxe	Item Shop	TBA
Mega Man	Mega Man Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Pac-Man	Sidekick	Item Shop	TBA
Persona 5	Joker Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Persona 5	Morgana (Backbling or Sidekick)	Item Shop	TBA
Spyro the Dragon	Spyro Sidekick	Item Shop	TBA
Crash Bandicoot	Crash Bandicoot Skin	Item Shop	TBA
99 Nights in the Forest	The Deer Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Tetris	Tetris Skin	Battle Pass	August 20
Screamer	Hiroshi Jackson Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Street Fighter	Returning Skins	Item Shop	TBA
The Witcher	Geralt Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Tomb Raider	Lara Croft Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Halo	Master Chief Skin	Item Shop	TBA
Honkai: Star Rail	Blade and Kafka Skins	Item Shop	TBA

The Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass will be available as soon as the Override update launches on August 20. However, the Item Shop skins are expected to be released gradually throughout the season, so players may have to wait a little longer for certain crossovers.

Epic Games should reveal additional details about each collaboration closer to its Item Shop release date. We will update this guide as soon as the prices, bundles, and complete cosmetic lineups are confirmed.

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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 Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass has been leaked early after Epic Games sent teaser packages to streamers. The Fortnite Override battle pass appears to feature major gaming collabs such as Sonic and potentially Tetris, alongside several original skins.

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass Skins Confirmed So Far

The Fortnite Override season officially launches on August 20, 2026. However, days before its release, the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass was seemingly leaked early online by streamers who received gift baskets from Epic Games.

In a post on X, Littlest Snail Gaming uploaded a picture of a card that reportedly features six of the eight Fortnite Override Battle Pass skins. The biggest collab included in the pass is a Fortnite Sonic cosmetic. According to Loolo Leaks, there may also be a Tetris-inspired outfit that can be customized similarly to the Toona Fish skin from Chapter 2 Season 8.

The Fortnite Override Battle Pass skins lineup was further supported when an unfinished version of the season’s key art leaked online. By combining the two images, Fortnite dataminers have been able to compile a list of the Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass skins, which we’ll break down below with images:

All Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass Skins

Sonic Fortnite Skin

Tetris Skin

New Original Chapter 7 Season 4 Skin

Original Fighter Skin

Geno

Warrior With Shield Skin

Soldier Skin (Rumored to be Jonesy The Legend Outfit)

Kart Racer Skin

Note: We will update this list with official images and skin names as soon as Epic Games reveals them.

Most Fortnite Override Gaming Collabs wiill Not Be in the Battle Pass

Based on the images shared online, it appears that the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass may only feature two gaming collabs. It could even have fewer, as dataminers are currently unsure whether the rumored “Tetris” skin is actually connected to the classic puzzle game or is simply a new original cosmetic.

That means the vast majority of the Fortnite Override collabs revealed so far may not be included in the pass. For example, Epic Games has already confirmed a Persona 5 Joker skin is coming. However, the character doesn’t appear to be part of the Chapter 7 Season 4 Battle Pass based on these images.

Here are the Fortnite Override gaming collabs that will likely be sold separately in the Item Shop:

• Persona 5 – Joker
• Sonic the Hedgehog – Dr. Eggman and Shadow the Hedgehog
• Mega Man
• Crash Bandicoot
• Pac-Man
• Kingdom Hearts – Sora and the Keyblade

However, we can’t stress enough that Epic Games has not officially confirmed that all of the above collabs are receiving skins. It’s also possible that some of these cosmetics could be released through events or other promotions instead of being sold in the Item Shop.

Still, based on the official Fortnite gift baskets sent to streamers, it looks like most of the Gaming Legends crossovers will not be included in the Fortnite Override Battle Pass. We should learn the complete lineup when the official Chapter 7 Season 4 trailer is released tomorrow on on August 16.

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The Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 key art has reportedly been leaked online. Although many players initially believed the artwork was fake, prominent dataminer HYPEX now says it is likely legitimate. If accurate, the leak reveals every major Fortnite Override collab, including Kingdom Hearts, Crash Bandicoot, Spyro, Sonic, and more.

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Collabs Reportedly Leaked

A leaked image of the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 key art recently surfaced on social media and reportedly reveals all upcoming Fortnite Override collabs. The artwork features numerous gaming legends, including Crash Bandicoot, Pac-Man, Spyro the Dragon and Megaman.

While the leaked key art initially had many players divided over whether it was real, prominent dataminer HYPEX says it is likely legitimate after an official Fortnite Sonic comic book also surfaced early online. The character’s design in the comics appears to match his appearance in the leaked Override image.

FORTNITE 'C7S4: OVERRIDE' UNFINISHED KEY ART

The Sonic Comics from today have confirmed it pic.twitter.com/GMYisa0fLZ

— HYPEX (@HYPEX) August 15, 2026

Here is the full list of Fortnite Override collabs coming to Chapter 7 Season 4 according to the leaked key art:

All Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Collabs

• Sonic, Shadow, Eggman, and Tails
• Kingdom Hearts (Sora and a Keyblade)
• Mega Man
• Pac-Man
• Persona 5 (Joker)
• Beyond Good & Evil (Jade)
• Spyro the Dragon
• Crash Bandicoot
• 99 Nights in the Forest (Roblox)
• Tetris
• Screamer (Hiroshi Jackson)
• Street Fighte
• The Witcher
• Tomb Raider
• Halo
• Honkai: Star Rail

Leaked Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Key Art Is Reportedly Unfinished

One reason some players initially believed the leaked Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 key art was fake is that parts of the artwork appeared unfinished. For example, Pac-Man was missing his eyes. However, it now appears that the image is a WIP, or work-in-progress, version of the season’s key art. It is still unclear how an unfinished image like this could have leaked online in the first place.

Even so, the artwork being incomplete is a bit strange, given that Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 launches in just five days on August 20. Epic Games is also releasing the first official Fortnite Override trailer on August 16, which will likely feature the completed season key art and confirm the upcoming gaming legends crossovers.

Regardless, HYPEX believes the leaked Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 key art is likely real due to the newly discovered Sonic comicbook. Still, players should take the full collab lineup with a major grain of salt until Epic Games officially confirms which characters are coming to the new Fortnite Override season launching later this week.

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Fortnite Mythic Hours is happening today following the Unstable Story Moment live event. The special Power Hour features increased Mythic Sprite spawn rates, better loot across the Island, and several powerful gameplay bonuses. Here is when both Fortnite Power Hour today starts in every region and everything included on August 15.

What Time Is Fortnite Power Hour Today?

The first Fortnite Mythic Hour starts today at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET on August 15, 2026. The Power Hour will begin immediately following the Unstable Story Moment Fortnite live event, giving players a reason to remain in the game after the Chapter 7 Season 3 finale concludes.

Epic Games will host two separate Mythic Hours sessions, with each one lasting two hours. The second Fortnite Power Hour today starts at 6 PM PT / 9 PM ET, giving players another opportunity to participate later in the evening.

Depending on where you live, the second session may not begin until August 16. To make the schedule easier to follow, we have created two tables below showing the Fortnite Mythic Hours start times for every major region:

Fortnite Mythic Hours Schedule for Every Region

Fortnite Mythic Hour #1 (August 15)

Region	Date	Time
PT (West Coast US)	August 15	11:00 AM–1:00 PM
ET (East Coast US)	August 15	2:00 PM–4:00 PM
UK (BST)	August 15	7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 15	8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Brazil (BRT)	August 15	3:00 PM–5:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
South Korea (KST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
Australia (AEST)	August 16	4:00 AM–6:00 AM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 16	6:00 AM–8:00 AM

Fortnite Mythic Hour #2 (August 15)

Region	Date	Time
PT (West Coast US)	August 15	6:00 PM–8:00 PM
ET (East Coast US)	August 15	9:00 PM–11:00 PM
UK (BST)	August 16	2:00 AM–4:00 AM
Europe (CEST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 15–16	10:00 PM–12:00 AM
Japan (JST)	August 16	10:00 AM–12:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 16	10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 16	11:00 AM–1:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 16	1:00 PM–3:00 PM

All Fortnite Mythic Hours Rewards and Bonuses

The Fortnite Power Hour today features boosted Mythic Sprite spawn rates and higher-quality loot across the entire Island. Every player will also begin each match with Seven Sliders and a Self-Revive Device, giving them an immediate traversal advantage.

Extracting a Sprite during Mythic Hours will also fully restore your health and grant the Slap effect. This should make Sprites even more useful during a match, especially when you need to quickly recover after a difficult fight.

Here is everything included in the Fortnite Power Hour today:

• Everyone starts with Seven Sliders and a Self-Revive Device.
• Mythic Sprites appear more often, with an extra boost for base Grim and Zero Point Sprites.
• All locations on the Island offer higher-quality loot.
• Extracting a Sprite fully heals you and grants the Slap effect.

Mythic Hours also officially kicks off the Fortnite Sprite Spree Week today. That means starting right now, Sprites no longer cut Sprite Dust to resummon. That means if you lose your Sprite in a match, there is no longer a penalty and you can get them back instantly. Campfires also give you double XP!

Which Sprites Are Featured During Fortnite Mythic Hours?

The featured Sprites during Fortnite Mythic Hours are the Grim Sprite and Zero Point Sprite. Although all Mythic Sprites will appear more frequently, these two variants will receive an additional spawn-rate boost during both sessions.

This makes today’s Power Hour one of the best opportunities to find the extremely rare Grim and Zero Point Sprites before Chapter 7 Season 3 ends. Players still missing either one from their collection will have four total hours to track them down across the two Mythic Hours sessions.

The boosted rates also apply to other Mythic Sprites, so you should encounter rare variants more frequently throughout the event.

How Long Does Fortnite Mythic Hours Last?

Each Fortnite Mythic Hour lasts two hours. Epic Games will host two sessions on August 15, giving players four total hours to take advantage of the increased Sprite spawn rates and special gameplay bonuses.

You don’t need to participate in both sessions, but joining each one will give you the best chance of finding the featured Grim and Zero Point Sprites. The second session is also useful for anyone who misses the first Power Hour following the Unstable Story Moment live event.

With Chapter 7 Season 3 coming to an end, Mythic Hours is one of the final major events before Fortnite Override launches on August 20. Between the boosted Mythic Sprite rates, improved loot, and free Self-Revive Devices, players will have plenty of reasons to jump back into the Battle Royale after today’s live event.

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Epic Games has revealed more details about the Sonic Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 collab, including a Tails Sidekick. Players will be able to get Sonic’s flying fox companion when Fortnite Override launches on August 20.

Tails Sidekick Confirmed for Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4

Epic Games has confirmed that Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 will feature a Sonic Tails Sidekick. The reveal was a bit of a surprise to fans, as a Sonic Fortnite collab had already been announced in a previous Fortnite Override trailer. However, it now appears that the SEGA crossover will be heavily featured throughout the upcoming season.

The new Sonic Fortnite Override teaser released today shows Peely traveling through the Green Hill Zone POI. Classic Sonic music then begins playing before we see Tails’ iconic twin tails spinning as the player flies across the map. It’s currently unclear whether this is a hint at a new Tails item or a Chapter 7 Season 4 traversal mechanic.

However, the official Sonic social media account confirmed that a Tails Sidekick will be featured in the upcoming Fortnite Override season. Here is what the account wrote after the teaser trailer went live: “That’s one trusty Fortnite sidekick… You wanna fly high, Tails?”

All Sonic Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Features Revealed So Far

As of the time of writing, Sonic skins have not yet been confirmed for Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4. The first Sonic Fortnite teaser appeared to reveal a Spindash or running item that lets players move like Sonic. Today’s trailer also seems to show a Tails hovering or flying ability.

That said, here is everything revealed for the Sonic Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 collab so far:

Sonic Spindash Ability

Tails Sidekick and Hovering Ability

Green Hill Zone POI

Dr. Eggman Clouds

Based on how Epic Games has been releasing its Fortnite Override teasers, we will likely get another Sonic trailer before Chapter 7 Season 4 launches on August 20. Perhaps the next reveal will finally confirm whether a Sonic skin is also being added to Fortnite.

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The current Fortnite season ends soon, with Chapter 7 Season 3 concluding on August 19 in Pacific Time. Here is when Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 downtime starts and the final deadline to complete your Sprite collection before the current season ends.

When Does Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 End?

The current Fortnite season ends on August 19 at 11:00 PM PT / August 20 at 2:00 AM ET. According to dataminers, this is when Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 Runners will officially conclude and the Battle Royale will go offline for Chapter 7 Season 4 server maintenance.

This means you only have a few days left to finish your Sprite collection. Thankfully, Epic Games is launching the five-day Fortnite Sprite Spree event, which will make it easier to find rare variants before the season ends.

For those who don’t want to miss their last chance to collect all Chapter 7 Season 3 Sprites, we’ve created an easy-to-read table showing when the current Fortnite season ends in every region:

Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Downtime Start Times

Region	Date	Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 19	11:00 PM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 20	12:00 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 20	1:00 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 20	2:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 20	3:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 20	7:00 AM
Europe (CEST)	August 20	8:00 AM
Turkey (TRT)	August 20	9:00 AM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 20	10:00 AM
China (CST)	August 20	2:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 20	3:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 20	3:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 20	4:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 20	6:00 PM

When Does the New Fortnite Season Start?

The Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 release date is Thursday, August 20, 2026. However, at the time of writing, Epic Games has not confirmed exactly when the new season will start.

As mentioned above, Fortnite Override downtime is expected to begin at 2:00 AM ET, but we don’t know how long server maintenance will last. Chapter 7 Season 3 downtime lasted approximately five and a half hours.

Using the same timeframe gives us the following estimated Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 start times:

Estimated Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 Start Times

Region	Date	Estimated Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 20	4:30 AM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 20	5:30 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 20	6:30 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 20	7:30 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 20	8:30 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 20	12:30 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 20	1:30 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 20	2:30 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 20	3:30 PM
China (CST)	August 20	7:30 PM
Japan (JST)	August 20	8:30 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 20	8:30 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 20	9:30 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 20	11:30 PM

However, these are only estimates based on the length of previous Fortnite Chapter updates. Server maintenance could be shorter or longer depending on how much time Epic Games needs to launch Chapter 7 Season 4. We will update this article once the official Fortnite Override start time is confirmed.

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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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Peter Bebergal, author of Season of the Witch, Strange Frequencies, and Appendix N: The Eldritch Roots of Dungeons & Dragons, has spent years thoughtfully exploring the borderlands where occultism, religion, pop culture, and imagination overlap. Writer and filmmaker JF Martel hosts the art and philosophy podcast, Weird Studies, and is the author of Reclaiming Art in the Age of Artifice, for my money, one of the smartest and most provocative books about art and the imagination published in recent memory. — Read the rest

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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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Epic Games has announced Fortnite Sprite Spree Week, a five-day event featuring increased spawn rates for some of the rarest Sprite variants. The event kicks off with Mythic Sprite Hours on August 15 before featuring a different Fortnite Sprite variant every day through August 19. Here is the full Fortnite Sprite Spree Week schedule and when every Sprite Hour starts in your region.

Fortnite Sprite Spree Week Schedule and Start Times

Fortnite Sprite Spree Week kicks off with Mythic Sprite Hours on Saturday, August 15. Unlike the rest of the event, Mythic Hours will be split into two separate two-hour sessions featuring increased spawn rates for the rare Zero Point and Grim Sprites.

The rest of Sprite Spree Week runs continuously from August 16 through August 19, with each day focusing on a different Sprite variant for 24 hours. For example, Galaxy Hours starts on August 16 before being replaced by Holo Hours the following day.

During Sprite Spree Week, Sprites will no longer cost Sprite Dust to resummon, Campfires will grant boosted XP, Sprites will level up twice as fast, and players can earn Lucky Locators. Here is a quick overview of the complete Fortnite Sprite Spree Week schedule:

Date	Sprite Event	Duration
August 15	Mythic Hours	Two separate two-hour sessions
August 16	Galaxy Hours	24 hours
August 17	Holo Hours	24 hours
August 18	Cube Hours	24 hours
August 19	Gem Hours	24 hours

Epic Games is hosting Sprite Spree Week to help players complete their Sprite Collections before Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 ends on August 19. So, if you are still missing rare Galaxy, Holofoil, Cube, or Gem Sprites, this will be one of your best opportunities to find them.

That said, keeping track of the busy schedule can be confusing, especially since each event starts on a different date in some regions. For your convenience, we have created easy-to-read tables outlining when every Fortnite Sprite Spree event starts and ends worldwide.

Fortnite Mythic Sprite Hour #1 Start Times

Region	Date	Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 15	11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 15	12:00 PM–2:00 PM
Central Time (CT)	August 15	1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 15	2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Brazil (BRT)	August 15	3:00 PM–5:00 PM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 15	7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 15	8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 15	9:00 PM–11:00 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 15–16	10:00 PM–12:00 AM
China (CST)	August 16	2:00 AM–4:00 AM
Japan (JST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
South Korea (KST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
Australia (AEST)	August 16	4:00 AM–6:00 AM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 16	6:00 AM–8:00 AM

Fortnite Mythic Sprite Hour #2 Start Times

Region	Date	Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 15	6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 15	7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Central Time (CT)	August 15	8:00 PM–10:00 PM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 15	9:00 PM–11:00 PM
Brazil (BRT)	August 15–16	10:00 PM–12:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 16	2:00 AM–4:00 AM
Europe (CEST)	August 16	3:00 AM–5:00 AM
Turkey (TRT)	August 16	4:00 AM–6:00 AM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 16	5:00 AM–7:00 AM
China (CST)	August 16	9:00 AM–11:00 AM
Japan (JST)	August 16	10:00 AM–12:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 16	10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 16	11:00 AM–1:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 16	1:00 PM–3:00 PM

Fortnite Galaxy Hours Start Times – August 16

Region	Event Dates	Start and End Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 16–17	6:00 AM–6:00 AM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 16–17	7:00 AM–7:00 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 16–17	8:00 AM–8:00 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 16–17	9:00 AM–9:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 16–17	10:00 AM–10:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 16–17	2:00 PM–2:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 16–17	3:00 PM–3:00 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 16–17	4:00 PM–4:00 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 16–17	5:00 PM–5:00 PM
China (CST)	August 16–17	9:00 PM–9:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 16–17	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 16–17	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 16–17	11:00 PM–11:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 17–18	1:00 AM–1:00 AM

Fortnite Holo Hours Start Times – August 17

Region	Event Dates	Start and End Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 17–18	6:00 AM–6:00 AM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 17–18	7:00 AM–7:00 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 17–18	8:00 AM–8:00 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 17–18	9:00 AM–9:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 17–18	10:00 AM–10:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 17–18	2:00 PM–2:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 17–18	3:00 PM–3:00 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 17–18	4:00 PM–4:00 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 17–18	5:00 PM–5:00 PM
China (CST)	August 17–18	9:00 PM–9:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 17–18	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 17–18	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 17–18	11:00 PM–11:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 18–19	1:00 AM–1:00 AM

Fortnite Cube Hours Start Times – August 18

Region	Event Dates	Start and End Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 18–19	6:00 AM–6:00 AM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 18–19	7:00 AM–7:00 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 18–19	8:00 AM–8:00 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 18–19	9:00 AM–9:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 18–19	10:00 AM–10:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 18–19	2:00 PM–2:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 18–19	3:00 PM–3:00 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 18–19	4:00 PM–4:00 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 18–19	5:00 PM–5:00 PM
China (CST)	August 18–19	9:00 PM–9:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 18–19	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 18–19	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 18–19	11:00 PM–11:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 19–20	1:00 AM–1:00 AM

Fortnite Gem Hours Start Times – August 19

Region	Event Dates	Start and End Time
Pacific Time (PT)	August 19–20	6:00 AM–6:00 AM
Mountain Time (MT)	August 19–20	7:00 AM–7:00 AM
Central Time (CT)	August 19–20	8:00 AM–8:00 AM
Eastern Time (ET)	August 19–20	9:00 AM–9:00 AM
Brazil (BRT)	August 19–20	10:00 AM–10:00 AM
United Kingdom (BST)	August 19–20	2:00 PM–2:00 PM
Europe (CEST)	August 19–20	3:00 PM–3:00 PM
Turkey (TRT)	August 19–20	4:00 PM–4:00 PM
United Arab Emirates (GST)	August 19–20	5:00 PM–5:00 PM
China (CST)	August 19–20	9:00 PM–9:00 PM
Japan (JST)	August 19–20	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
South Korea (KST)	August 19–20	10:00 PM–10:00 PM
Australia (AEST)	August 19–20	11:00 PM–11:00 PM
New Zealand (NZST)	August 20–21	1:00 AM–1:00 AM

How Long Does Fortnite Sprite Spree Week Last?

Fortnite Sprite Spree Week lasts five days, beginning with Mythic Sprite Hours on August 15 and ending with Gem Hours on August 20 at 6 AM PT. However, Mythic Hours is the only event that won’t remain active for an entire day. Instead, Epic Games will host two separate Mythic Sprite Hour sessions on August 15.

Galaxy, Holofoil, Cube, and Gem Hours will each last 24 hours, giving players considerably more time to hunt down the variants missing from their collections. Each event immediately leads into the next one, so the featured Sprite variant will change every day at 6 AM PT.

Sprite Collections Will Carry Over to Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4

Although Chapter 7 Season 3 ends on August 19, players won’t lose their current Sprite Collections when the new season begins. Epic Games has confirmed that collected Sprites will carry over to Chapter 7 Season 4 alongside the new Sprite Garden feature.

Sprite Spree Week is therefore a final catch-up event rather than the last opportunity to use your collection. With Galaxy, Holofoil, Cube, and Gem variants receiving their own 24-hour events, players should have a much better chance of filling the remaining gaps before Fortnite Override launches on August 20.

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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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I thought Ghost of Tsushima was areally good game, what with all its razor-sharp samurai action and breathtaking Japanese vistas. I thought its sequel Ghost of Yōtei was pretty damn good too… weird as it was to see local comedian Erika Ishii, a person I have seen get their head shaved live on stage for a few measly improv comedy points, gruffly deliver stone-cold badass lines about revenge. — Read the rest

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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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