Fan-organized Pokémon convention draws unfortunate parallels to doomed Willy Wonka event

Back in February, the internet was graced with the worldwide viral sensation which was a disastrous Willy Wonka themed event. Now, almost six months later, the curse of doomed conventions has struck again, this time with aPokémonconvention in the Philippines. Unlike the dodgyWilly Wonka eventwhich happened in Glasgow, Scotland, the attendees at thePokéverse PHconvention at least had the sunshine on their side, but that did nothing to detract from a lack of convention activities, ticket issuing nightmares, and strange partnerships....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 557 words · Melanie Callahan

Former Tearaway, Ratchet and Clank devs team up for action RPG Knights and Bikes

EarthBound sensibilities I could write up a basic synopsis ofKnights and Bikesright here, but honestly, readers will benefit most from just watching the video below. If you want to skip the obligatory “two dudes sitting in front of a camera talking about the project” section, fast-forward to about 0:27. Then just watch. A lot of the time when a game claims to be inspired byEarthBound, it misses a key component. It’s more than just being a pixel art role-playing game in a modern setting....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Troy Cooper

Get Even, Grand Theft Child Abuse & Senran Cook-gera

DTOID News! (Now with more pineapples!) Hey there, teens! Who wants some keen news about the latest “vidz?” Well, too bad, because there’s not a whole lot of it. However, there are some new details aboutEvolveand a trailer forGet Eventhat doesn’t explain much but sure looks pretty.H-Hour: World’s Elitegets its first gameplay footage andThe Witcheris getting a boardgame. If you’ve ever wanted aCooking Mamagame where her clothes explode off, exposing her gigantic breasts, well…Senran Kagura Dekomorimight be up your alley....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 97 words · Michael Cook

Halo: Reach Legendary Edition bigger than most heads

Bungie released some photos of a Halo-lined hallway, making specific effort to shoot the above. I do believe those areHalo: ReachLegendary Edition boxes. I am basing this assumption on the text clearly printed on said boxes. Looks pretty big. It’s a good thing they included the other two photos so you may get some sense of scale, but it’s still pretty hard to say exactly how massive the Legendary Edition box is going to be....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 136 words · Jordan Smith DDS

Hamster’s next run of Arcade Archive releases include KiKi KaiKai, Saint Dragon, and Penguin Wars

Those purveyors of retro re-releases Hamster Corporation has revealed four more titles headed to modern platforms over the coming weeks and months. Clearly the publisher has plans to continue bolstering its Arcade Archive range well into the new year and beyond. The four classic arcades preparing themselves for launch include Taito’s cute top-down shooterKiKi KaiKai(which would becomePocky & Rockyin its following years). Also en route are Jaleco’s 1989 shmupSaint Dragonand, from UPL 1985 air-hockey titlePenguin Wars, and its 1986 vertically-scrolling shmup,XX Mission....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Wyatt Martinez

Helldivers 2 Flamethrower can be the next Charger killer (but it’s not there yet)

Following the somewhat, erm,malignedbalance patch, manyHelldivers 2players have bemoaned the nerfing ofthe beloved Railgun. But with the nerfs came buffs, andHelldivers 2players may want to consider trying a Flamethrower for the infamous Charger. It’s almost ready to fill the void. Almost. That’s not to say the patch nerfed the Railgun into the dirt, but the change did encourage me to start experimenting with other weapons like the Flamethrower. What once was left to rot in my list of Stratagems, the Flamethrower accompanied me many times over the weekend....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 633 words · Natalie Parsons

Here’s Zelda: Breath of the Wild with ray tracing, if you’re into that

Jon Snow: ‘I don’t want it’ Zelda Breath of the Wildray tracing? I know some people are going to love it, some are going to hate it. When is there not a knockout argument when someone shows off a Nintendo game with a higher resolution?! But man, I’ll take the framerate. The YouTube channel Digital Dreams just put up a new video showcasingBreath of the Wildwith “ultra graphics,” 8K, with ray tracing enabled....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 199 words · John Stewart

Hollow Knight Silksong: Release window, and everything confirmed

Being aHollow Knightfan has its ups and downs regardingSilksong. The game initially launched in 2017, and in February 2019, Team Cherry revealed a teaser trailer for the sequel. Aside from occasional hints at its potential release date, not much more is known about this title. Until now, that is.Silksong’swishlist count grows every time an industry event rolls around. And every time, fans of the original wind up feeling disappointed. However, as of the April 2025 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, that has all changed....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 474 words · Marcus Waters

How many acts are in Diablo 4?

The longestDiablostoryline yet After you reach Kyovashad in the snowy Fractured Peaks inDiablo 4, things really start toopen up. The game can really be quite overwhelming, with the plethora of Story Quests, Side Quests, and Optional Dungeons available to you. The world map is massive and with it comes many regions to explore filled with towns, strongholds, dungeons, and more. With so many options, you may be wondering: How many acts are inDiablo 4?...

July 13, 2025 · 2 min · 338 words · Eric Matthews

How to arrest six criminals in one shift in The Precinct

One of the most challenging achievements you can earn inThe Precinctis We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Holding Cell. It requires you to arrest six criminals during one in-game shift, which is especially tricky if you’re focusing on parking violations or like to take your time playing. However, despite this seeming very difficult, there are several ways to arrest six criminals in one shift with little to no issues. It may take a while, but once you learn the strategy, it’s easy to replicate in the future....

July 13, 2025 · 3 min · 457 words · Brandy Black

How to fix Rainbow Six Siege server connection error

TheRainbow Six Siegeserver connection error can be a major issue if you’re trying to enjoy the new content of Year 10, but thankfully for players, there are some easy fixes for these problems. Given the nature of Ubisoft’s multiplayer shooter, you’ll always have to be online at all points. If you can’t connect with the servers, you can’t explore any available game modes. Sometimes, the problem could be at your end, but issues at Ubisoft can also be at play....

July 13, 2025 · 1 min · 185 words · Jacqueline Williams

How to get Silver Kelp in Coral Island

Getting kelp, extracting its delicious juices, and then taking them to the lab is a great way to buff up your crops. So how do you get Silver Kelp inCoral Island. You can find Silver Kelp in the same place you find all varieties of kelp: At the bottom of the ocean. However, when you start out, you won’t see any. You’ll need to proceed, which means finding solar orbs and helping their magic clear out those oily vines....

July 13, 2025 · 2 min · 234 words · Glenn Walter

How to unlock Goku (Mini) in Dragon Ball Sparking Zero

If you’re not satisfied with the massive cast of characters inDragon Ball Sparking Zero, Goku (Mini) is one specific form that could be on your bucket list. It’s pretty clear that Dragon Ball DAIMA will have a fair share of influence on at least a few of the characters inside the game. While it’s expected that the upcoming characters in future DLCs could have a fair few from those who are present in the new show, you can already play with Goku (Mini) in the game....

July 13, 2025 · 2 min · 350 words · Kathryn Johnston