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While the Call of Duty series has long been the gold standard for twitch-based competitive shooters, it has recently evolved into a dominant force within the ever-expanding battle-royale landscape. Today, Treyarch and Activision pulled back the curtain on Black Ops Royale, a fresh take on the genre that draws heavy inspiration from the mode that...

The spirit of Blackout, the Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 pioneer that paved the way for the Warzone era, is set to return. A brand-new experience titled Black Ops Royale is arriving in Warzone late next week, offering a gameplay loop heavily influenced by the franchise’s first foray into the battle royale genre. “This...

One thousand and twenty-five. That is the staggering population of the Pokémon world following nine generations of monster-catching adventures. As the franchise approaches its 30th anniversary—and prepares to introduce a new era of pocket monsters—there is no better moment to evaluate the icons of the series. Here are the 100 greatest Pokémon to ever grace...

The world of Battlestate Games continues to ignite the spark of community creativity. The developers behind Escape from Tarkov recently finalized the results for their “Tarkov Art 2026” creative showcase. Battlestate Games has unveiled the champions and spotlighted their exceptional submissions: Featured below are several standout entries: 10th Place: IsThisIceCrem; 3rd Place: meltyrice; 2nd Place:...

Tom Holland and Zendaya attend the Los Angeles premiere of Sony Pictures’ ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ on Dec. 13, 2021. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images If you suspected that Tom Holland and Zendaya had already transitioned from partners to spouses, Law Roach may have just provided the confirmation fans have been waiting for. During a recent conversation...

Image: LEGO Following its initial reveal at the Consumer Electronics Show, LEGO’s innovative Smart Play ecosystem has officially hit the market. Debuting on March 1, the inaugural wave features eight Star Wars-themed sets that bridge the gap between traditional building and digital interactivity. By integrating specialized sensors, dynamic lighting, and authentic sound effects, these builds...

Exploits within the Sony and Microsoft console ecosystems are allowing users to embellish their profile’s gaming history. Although the release of Grand Theft Auto VI is currently slated for late 2026 and pre-orders haven’t even gone live, certain tech-savvy enthusiasts have already found a way to “play” it. This perceived activity relies on a software...

In the lead-up to the launch of Resident Evil Requiem, my preparations were exhaustive. I immersed myself in mountains of franchise lore, revisited the classic beats of Resident Evil 2, and analyzed the historical reception of every major installment. However, the most enlightening piece of research I conducted was revisiting a gloriously over-the-top feature: Resident...

The player base is now setting its sights on the third expedition. The second expedition phase of Arc Raiders (the voluntary wipe) has officially drawn to a close. Participants were rewarded with bonus skill points, an experience boost, and a surplus of resources and repair kits courtesy of the vendor known as “Plushkin.” In addition...

Jelly Roll attending the 68th annual GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. | Photo: Christopher Polk Jelly Roll’s triumphant sweep at the 2026 Grammy Awards was far more painful than it appeared to the cameras. On Sunday (March 1), the country sensation disclosed a staggering secret: he had been clandestinely navigating the high-profile...

Early Impressions: Season 2 Greetings, Soldiers. Since the launch of Season 2, it has been incredible to witness the community immersing itself in the “Contaminated” map and mastering the skies with the Little Bird. We have been meticulously analyzing your initial impressions to refine the experience, while simultaneously preparing for the next evolution of Season...

This past weekend, Bungie—the legendary studio behind Halo and Destiny—invited the public to experience its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. The “Server Slam” event provided players with an extensive look at the game’s mechanics and world. As the testing window closes, the development team has shared a detailed feedback post-mortem, outlining the community’s reception and the...

Originally slated for March, the upcoming showcase has been rescheduled to take place in May. Nacon has issued an official response following widespread reports of severe financial instability and the potential risk of insolvency. Earlier reports indicated that the publisher had initiated emergency bankruptcy proceedings, raising significant concerns regarding the company’s long-term viability. In its...