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Switchboard is Polygon’s weekly digest covering everything Nintendo. We deliver it to your inbox every Thursday and feature it on the site each Saturday. You can subscribe here. A fresh Nintendo experience has arrived—on your smartphone. Pictonico! is a compilation of lightning-fast microgames in the vein of WarioWare, with a clever twist: it pulls photos...
Technical Glitches and Artistic Flair: Morgan Wallen’s Unscripted Moment in Denver Morgan Wallen encountered an unexpected hurdle during the Denver stop of his “Still the Problem” tour this past Friday evening (May 29). While performing at Empower Field at Mile High, the country music star faced a frustrating technical malfunction that interrupted his set. As...
During the investor call following the release of the latest financial report, Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick addressed inquiries regarding the company’s long-term strategy for the windfall expected from GTA 6. Zelnick outlined three primary avenues for capital deployment: Distributing returns to shareholders; Reinvesting in internal game development; Executing strategic corporate acquisitions. While Take-Two remains committed...
Is Taylor Swift Heading to Infinity and Beyond? Toy Story 5 Teasers Spark Fan Frenzy Buzz Lightyear and Woody return in Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5. Credit: Disney/Pixar Could a Taylor Swift collaboration be the next big reveal for Toy Story 5? Fans are currently buzzing with excitement after a cryptic promotional billboard for...
Last month was a whirlwind for PlayStation 5 owners, marked by a rapid-fire succession of major titles like Mixtape, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and 007 First Light. As we head into June, the industry’s pace understandably shifts, with the spotlight turning toward grand unveilings at events like Summer Game Fest and Sony’s...
Infinity Ward has candidly acknowledged that the movement mechanics in their previous installment fell short of player expectations. In response to this critical feedback, the development team is prioritizing a comprehensive overhaul of traversal systems for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. This commitment to refinement was highlighted in a recent installment of From the...
The wait is almost over. We are thrilled to announce that the official launch is set for Friday, June 5th. Please consult the schedule below to identify the precise unlock time for your specific region. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Valley of Mines! Secure your copy today: Pre-order now and receive...
A MINECRAFT MOVIE, (aka MINECRAFT: THE MOVIE), Jack Black, 2025. © Warner Bros. / Courtesy Everett CollectionImage: Warner Bros. Pictures During the recent Minecraft Live event at TwitchCon Europe, Mojang officially pulled the curtain back on the sequel to A Minecraft Movie, revealing its title: A Minecraft Movie Squared. The title is a playful nod...
We are thrilled to offer an exclusive preview of the upcoming 1.60 update for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. This major patch introduces the Expanded Rest Mechanic, a significant overhaul designed to transform how fatigue management functions in our simulations. Developed in direct response to the vocal feedback from our #BestCommunityEver,...
We are thrilled to pull back the curtain on the upcoming 1.60 update for both Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator. Central to this release is the new “Expanded Rest Mechanic,” a complete overhaul of our fatigue system designed to give you unprecedented control over your journey. Let’s dive into the details! This...
