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Despite leading Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, it’s Ocarina of Time that Eiji Aonuma comes back to

  • Aonuma says Ocarina of Time remains his touchstone for Zelda.
  • The 1998 game brought the series into 3D.
  • Its focus on discovery and encounters still informs the series.

Eiji Aonuma says he often returns to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time when reflecting on the series. The game was his first Zelda project as a director and, despite later leading Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, its development continues to shape how…

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Guild Wars gets its first major gameplay update in almost 20 years

  • Guild Wars Afterlife is its first major update in almost 20 years.
  • It adds a dynamic dungeon, skill drafting and a new story.
  • The expansion launches on 13 January next year.

ArenaNet and co-developer 2Weeks have announced Guild Wars Afterlife, the first major gameplay update for the original game in almost 20 years. It marks a renewed investment in the long-running MMO, which had largely been left running while ArenaNet focused on Guild Wars 2. Afterlife adds a changing…

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Punch Walls to Escape codes November 2026

  • Codes can offer free crates and outfits.
  • No active codes are included in the article text.
  • The game’s Discord and social channels may share updates.

The article is a guide to redeemable codes for the Roblox game Punch Walls to Escape, which can provide free crates and outfits. It says the codes are useful for players who want rewards and new clothing while progressing through the game. The article does not list any…

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Zelda Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake review published in Famitsu

  • Famitsu scores the Switch 2 remake 37 out of 40.
  • Reviewers praise its graphics and updated controls.
  • Some moments may feel simple or confusing.

The first review of Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2 has awarded it 37 out of 40. The score suggests a strong reception for the remake, which updates a much-loved game with modern controls and a substantial visual overhaul. Famitsu’s four reviewers…

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Ubisoft and at least two other companies are interested in buying Arkane, according to new report

  • Ubisoft and at least two other companies are reportedly interested in buying Arkane.
  • No buyer has been chosen, and Arkane’s deadline is in December.
  • A deal could protect up to 217 jobs and support work on Marvel’s Blade.

Arkane Studios, which has faced possible closure after Microsoft moved to divest itself of the developer, has received buyout offers from several companies. Ubisoft is among at least three firms reportedly in talks with Microsoft, though no deal has been decided. Arkane has until December to find a…

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25 Years Later, Aragorn’s Best Lord of the Rings Quote Still Defines the Entire Trilogy

  • Aragorn’s promise to follow Frodo is named the trilogy’s defining quote.
  • He lets Frodo go, trusting him to carry the Ring onward.
  • The line reflects the Fellowship’s loyalty and faith in Frodo.

The article argues that Aragorn’s line, “I would have gone with you to the end, into the very fires of Mordor”, best captures the spirit of *The Lord of the Rings* trilogy. Spoken to Frodo at Amon Hen, it expresses Aragorn’s loyalty and his belief in Frodo’s mission,…

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Tencent built an empire on WeChat and gaming. Can it keep up in China’s AI race?

  • Tencent’s WeChat ecosystem remains a major strength.
  • Doubao substantially outpaces Tencent’s Yuanbao chatbot.
  • AI startups are reshaping China’s tech competition.

Tencent faces mounting pressure to prove it can compete in China’s fast-moving AI market, where established technology companies and newer AI firms are challenging one another. The outcome matters because AI could change how people access services and entertainment, potentially weakening platforms such as WeChat, which Tencent has…

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Street Fighter 6 ‘Winter Pocket Present’ Fighting Pass Adds Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix

  • Street Fighter 6’s new pass arrives this week.
  • It celebrates 1997’s Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix.
  • The retro game is playable through the arcade section.

Capcom’s new “Winter Pocket Present” Fighting Pass for Street Fighter 6 arrives this week, bringing rewards themed around the 1997 arcade game Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix, also known as Pocket Fighter. The update adds cosmetic items and music, and makes the retro game playable through Street Fighter…

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The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time On Switch 2 Has Been Updated

  • Version 1.1.1 adds Zelda Notes support and fixes several issues.
  • The update is about 343MB; the game is 24.8GB.
  • Zelda Notes does not require a Switch Online membership.

Nintendo has updated the Switch 2 version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time to Version 1.1.1, adding support for the Zelda Notes mobile app and fixing several issues. The update arrives around the remake’s launch and matters because it adds companion features that let players track…

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GTA 5’s Unsolvable Mystery Broke Fans for Over a Decade, and GTA 6 Should Do It Again

  • Mount Chiliad’s mural has kept GTA 5 fans investigating for over a decade.
  • Some clues point to the UFO, but the egg and jetpack remain unexplained.
  • The article says GTA 6 should include a similarly enduring mystery.

GTA 5’s Mount Chiliad mural has fuelled fan theories for more than a decade, despite players solving some of its clues. The article argues that the unresolved mystery shows how an unexplained puzzle can keep a game’s community engaged, and that GTA 6 could benefit from a similarly…

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