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Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto thinks it’s “rude” when fans question why “a mustachioed old dude like Mario” sells so well, but to be honest, “I’ve had the same thought”

  • Miyamoto joked about Mario’s unlikely enduring popularity.
  • He said he has questioned it too.
  • Mario remains central to Nintendo’s brand.

Nintendo designer Shigeru Miyamoto said he finds it “rude” when people question why Mario, whom he described as “a mustachioed old dude”, remains so commercially successful. However, he added that he has also wondered about the character’s enduring appeal, highlighting Mario’s unusual status as one of entertainment’s most…

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When are Web Shooter hours in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3?

  • Web Shooter sessions run at 7–9pm BST and 2–4am BST.
  • Web Shooters become guaranteed drops during both events.
  • Players also receive extra Sprite and self-revive benefits.

Fortnite will run two limited-time Web Shooter sessions in Chapter 7 Season 3 on 1 August, giving players improved access to Spider-Man-themed equipment and related gameplay bonuses. The events matter for players hoping to web-swing around the island, as Web Shooters will be guaranteed drops and several other…

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How to complete FC 26 Can Uzun FUTTIES objective fast

  • Build a Turkish-Bundesliga hybrid squad to finish in 10 matches.
  • Complete five overlapping tasks for a free 97-rated Uzun.
  • Rewards include 10,000 coins, 1,500 SP and 100 FUTTIES tokens.

The FC 26 Can Uzun FUTTIES objective offers a free 97-rated Uzun card alongside coins, season points and FUTTIES tokens. The article says players can complete all five requirements efficiently by building one squad that satisfies overlapping conditions, reducing the total to the minimum of 10 matches. The…

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Assassin Creed is getting a huge boost from Nolan’s The Odyssey

  • Nolan’s film has revived interest in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey.
  • Active users reportedly rose 90% in July 2026.
  • Ubisoft may consider a remake or Nintendo version.

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has prompted renewed interest in Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, as audiences seek a game set in Ancient Greece with familiar locations and mythological elements. The 2018 role-playing game recreates major Greek regions and incorporates places, characters and monsters connected to Homer’s poem, making it…

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Gears of War: E-Day may have just pulled me in with its 12-player Horde mode and free unlockables

  • Horde Siege brings 12-player co-op to Gears of War: E-Day.
  • Four classes, missions and extraction expand Horde’s usual survival format.
  • Most cosmetic items will be earnable without a battle pass.

Gears of War: E-Day will introduce Horde Siege, a new large-scale co-operative mode in which 12 players operate as three squads of four against the Locust. The mode expands the series’ established wave-survival formula with separate missions, shifting objectives and a final extraction, potentially broadening the game’s appeal…

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Locations for all 42 Halo: Campaign Evolved skulls

  • Polygon lists all 42 Halo: Campaign Evolved skulls.
  • Most skulls are hidden across 13 campaign levels.
  • They modify gameplay for challenge, advantage or humour.

Polygon has completed its guide to the 42 skulls in Halo: Campaign Evolved, explaining where to find them and how they alter gameplay. The guide is relevant to players aiming to complete the Legendary All Skulls On challenge or unlock the Headhunter achievement/trophy. - 39 skulls are hidden…

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Where is The Confidential Hotel in Fortnite?

  • The Confidential hotel is beside Springfield Town Hall.
  • Eliminate a player inside to become Excommunicado.
  • Survive 14 seconds to complete the quest.

The Confidential is an unmarked hotel introduced to Springfield in Fortnite Reload as part of the Confidential Contract quest line. Finding and completing its challenges matters because it contributes towards unlocking the John Wick (The Simpsons) outfit. The hotel stands on the north-east side of Springfield Town Square,…

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Saber announces eccentric passenger rideshare game for PS5 in 2026

  • Saber announces eccentric rideshare simulator for PS5.
  • Players build a business through fares, reviews and upgrades.
  • Rideshare “Stimulator” is due in 2026.

Saber Interactive has announced Rideshare “Stimulator” for PlayStation 5, an open-world driving game in which players build a rideshare business while transporting highly eccentric passengers. Its central premise is that customers bring conspiracy theories, bizarre anecdotes and disruptive behaviour into each journey, adding a comedic narrative layer to…

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Nvidia reportedly raising graphics card prices by 30%

  • Nvidia partner costs may rise by up to 30%.
  • AI demand is tightening consumer memory supplies.
  • Gaming hardware prices are already increasing.

Nvidia has reportedly increased the prices it charges board partners for GPU and memory bundles by 20% to 30%, potentially making consumer graphics cards more expensive. The move matters because manufacturers such as MSI and Asus may pass the higher costs on to buyers, extending the impact of…

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After Layoffs, New Elder Scrolls Online Content Is Delayed But Still Coming

  • ESO content is delayed after major ZeniMax Online layoffs.
  • The studio says it remains committed to the MMO.
  • No revised release date has been given.

Following layoffs at ZeniMax Online Studios, new content for The Elder Scrolls Online has been delayed, although the studio has said it remains committed to supporting the long-running MMO. The delay has raised concerns about the game’s future development pace because it came amid broader Microsoft job cuts…

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