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Guide: Last Chance To Grab These 65 Switch 1 & 2 Games In Nintendo’s ‘Screaming Deals’ Sale (North America)

  • Nintendo’s North American eShop sale ends on 31 October.
  • The guide features 65 discounted Switch games.
  • Most picks received a rating of at least 9/10.

Nintendo’s North American “Screaming Deals” eShop sale offers discounts on Switch and Switch 2 games, with the sale due to end on 31 October. The guide highlights games rated 9/10 or higher, giving shoppers a curated selection before the discounts expire. The article says the sale ends at…

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The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Reportedly Subtitled ‘Sentinel,’ New Story Details Revealed Ahead of Rumored Announcement

  • The game is reportedly called The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel.
  • It is said to take place in Hammerfell.
  • A possible 2028 release remains unconfirmed.

A report says the next Elder Scrolls game may be titled The Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel and set in Hammerfell. The claims could signal that Bethesda is preparing to share more about the long-awaited sequel, though the title and announcement timing have not been confirmed. The report says…

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Maddy Thorson pulls Celeste and Towerfall from Xbox over boycott

  • Celeste and Towerfall have been removed from Xbox.
  • Maddy Thorson’s studio cited support for the BDS boycott.
  • Other developers have also taken a stance over Microsoft’s ties to Israel.

Maddy Thorson’s studio has removed Celeste and Towerfall: Ascension from Xbox in support of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement, which targets Microsoft over its technology ties to Israel’s military. The decision adds to a growing number of game developers taking action over the issue, although it means…

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The ‘Zelda’ Switch 2 Console Release Is A Confirmed Disaster For Some

  • Zelda Switch 2 pre-orders have faced delays and cancellations.
  • Walmart says some delayed orders will still be fulfilled.
  • The console is scarce, but the game is easier to find.

The special-edition Ocarina of Time Nintendo Switch 2 launch has been disrupted by order and supply problems at major retailers. Some customers with confirmed pre-orders have faced cancellations, delays or been unable to collect their consoles, while others may still have to wait for store shipments. Walmart said…

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‘AAA publishers are abusing early access,’ Denis Dyack says, and that’s making things harder for everyone else

  • Dyack says polished big-budget releases raise expectations for Early Access.
  • Indie teams face tougher comparisons in the same marketplace.
  • Deadhaus Sonata’s team says launch basics and clear communication matter.

Denis Dyack says major publishers are using Steam Early Access to market polished games that are close to release, changing what players expect from the label. He argues this makes it harder for smaller independent developers, who may use Early Access to gather feedback and finish less polished…

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RAMageddon Will Only Get Worse in 2027, According to Samsung

  • Samsung expects memory shortages to deepen in 2027.
  • AI data centres are driving manufacturers’ priorities.
  • Consumer electronics may face continued supply and price pressure.

Samsung says memory supply is likely to tighten further in 2027 as demand from AI data centres grows. The warning matters for consumers because memory makers are prioritising specialist server products, which could keep pressure on prices and availability for gaming PCs and consoles. In its third-quarter 2026…

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Rumour: The Elder Scrolls 6 Reveal as Soon as Next Month, Named Sentinel

  • The Elder Scrolls VI may be called Sentinel.
  • A title reveal could come in November.
  • The rumoured setting is Hammerfell.

Bethesda may reveal the full title of The Elder Scrolls VI as The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel as soon as November, according to a report citing people familiar with the company’s plans. The reported announcement would coincide with Skyrim’s 15th anniversary, but is expected to reveal only the…

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How to beat Hua, Deadly Betrothed in Phantom Blade Zero

  • Keep moving to avoid Hua’s sword, grab and draining flowers.
  • The Wooden Sanguine sword can help break her guard.
  • Defeat her for the Scarlet Wraithblade and quest collectibles.

Hua, Deadly Betrothed is an optional early boss in *Phantom Blade Zero*. The puppet bride’s large sword, Sha-Chi-draining flowers and lethal grab make the fight demanding, particularly because players need to keep moving and react quickly. There is no required weapon, though the Wooden Sanguine sword can help…

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Original GTA Artist Says He’s ‘Flattered’ to See His Influence Continue in GTA 6 Cover Art

  • Bliss is pleased that GTA 6’s cover echoes elements he developed.
  • He had no role in creating the GTA 6 cover.
  • He credits other Rockstar artists for the series’ visual style.

Stephen Bliss says he is “flattered” that GTA 6’s cover art retains visual touches he developed, despite having no involvement in its creation. His comments highlight how the franchise’s established visual identity continues to draw on ideas from earlier games. Bliss worked at Rockstar Games from 2001 to…

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Grand Theft Auto Artist Stephen Bliss Explains How He Defined the Series’ Iconic Visual Style

  • Stephen Bliss helped shape GTA’s distinctive visual style.
  • He worked at Rockstar from 2001 to 2016.
  • GTA 6’s cover echoes some elements he developed.

Stephen Bliss says his work at Rockstar helped establish the pop art and comic book style associated with Grand Theft Auto, while stressing that many artists shaped the series. He is grateful for the recognition but wants his own art and projects to be known on their own…

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