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Uh oh, Zelda fans have accidentally created a mix between kid and adult Link, and the result is hilarious

  • A glitch mixes child and adult Link’s appearances.
  • Fans have nicknamed the result “Lunk”.
  • Players have found a reverse-age variation too.

A glitch in the Ocarina of Time remaster has let players combine the appearances of child and adult Link, producing an awkward-looking character fans have nicknamed “Lunk”. The bug has become a source of amusement for the Zelda community and could turn into a popular meme. The game…

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All endings in Queen’s Domain and how to unlock them

  • Queen’s Domain has four endings.
  • Each ending depends on quest and route choices.
  • The hardest requires 69 Silver Skulls.

Queen’s Domain has four endings, determined by decisions made at key points in the game. The guide outlines the routes and requirements for each, so players can plan their choices and revisit turning points to see different outcomes. The first ending requires completing quests and using the ordinary…

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Former PlayStation Boss Says Sony Doesn’t Need a ‘PS6 for $1,200,’ It Needs a ‘PS5 for $300’

  • Shawn Layden wants Sony to make a cheaper PS5.
  • Current PS5 prices range from $599 to $899.
  • PS6 timing and price remain uncertain.

Former Sony Interactive Entertainment America chief Shawn Layden argues that Sony should make a cheaper PS5 rather than pursue a much more expensive PS6. He says the current console has enough power for the games people want, and that making hardware smaller and more affordable would be a…

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2026’s Most Terrifying Video Game Movie Officially Becomes a Streaming Smash Hit

  • Resident Evil is second on Amazon’s US movie charts.
  • The film has earned $400 million worldwide.
  • Verity is the only film ahead of it.

Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil reboot has become a streaming hit in the US as its theatrical run fades, ranking second among films on Amazon’s charts. Its strong home viewing adds to a successful release, contrasting with the weaker performance of another recent video game adaptation, Street Fighter. In…

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PlayStation-themed arcade cabinet costs over $1,000 and has limited appeal

  • The fan-built cabinet costs $1,030 plus $120 shipping.
  • Its arcade controls and widescreen may not suit many PS1 games.
  • A Raspberry Pi, mini PC or FPGA console costs less.

A hobbyist-built arcade cabinet offers a PlayStation-themed way to play older games, but its price and design may limit its appeal. It is not an official Sony product, and the review argues that buyers seeking a good way to play PlayStation games have cheaper, more practical options. The…

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Xbox Series X offers lower-priced entry, a disc drive and Quick Resume

  • PS5 Pro is more powerful, but costs $900.
  • Xbox Series X starts at $750 and includes a disc drive.
  • Smart Delivery and Quick Resume are Xbox advantages.

The article compares Microsoft’s Xbox Series X with Sony’s PlayStation 5 Pro, arguing that the Pro leads in graphics performance but that the Series X still has useful advantages. It presents eight features or qualities the Xbox offers that the Pro lacks, for buyers weighing convenience and compatibility…

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5 underrated PlayStation App features

  • Buy games and start downloads remotely.
  • Queue games if the PS5 is set up for network access.
  • Manage storage and share recent captures in the app.

The PlayStation App offers several useful ways to manage a PS5 remotely, including shopping, preparing games to play and organising storage. These features can save time when away from the console and make it easier to share captures or keep track of games. Users can browse and wishlist…

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Skyrim lead designer Bruce Nesmith loved that Baldur’s Gate 3 closed off story paths based on your decisions, but defends Bethesda’s approach: ‘They were both fun, they’re just fun in different ways’

  • Nesmith enjoyed Baldur’s Gate 3’s consequential choices.
  • He still supports Bethesda’s open quest design.
  • Both approaches can offer distinct kinds of fun.

Bruce Nesmith, lead designer on Skyrim, says he enjoyed how Baldur’s Gate 3 makes some player choices close off parts of the story, while still supporting Bethesda’s more open approach. He argues the two styles create different kinds of fun: Bethesda lets players pursue many factions, while Larian’s…

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Best players for FC 27 Underdog Run Evolution

  • Underdog Run upgrades a silver item.
  • It has five stages, with no matches required.
  • Each stage takes 4 hours and 48 minutes.

FC 27’s Underdog Run Evolution is available, letting players upgrade a silver item through the Training Camp. The guide recommends choosing carefully to get the best value from its upgrades. The evolution has five levels, each with conditions to meet, but it does not require playing matches. Players…

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My apologies Deadlock, I wasn’t familiar with your (musical) game

  • Deadlock’s music helped win over a MOBA sceptic.
  • Its soundtrack builds tension as a match approaches.
  • A ticking clock makes Street Brawl’s item draft feel urgent.

The writer has become unexpectedly engrossed in Valve’s game Deadlock, drawn not only to its gameplay but to its sound and atmosphere. Its eerie, jazz-inflected music helps evoke a supernatural version of 1950s New York, making the game feel distinctive and building anticipation as players prepare for a…

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