TheNintendo Switch 2launched about a month and a half ago, and now rumours are swirling around what’s going to appear in the first-ever Switch 2-focused Direct. Top of the list is a newAnimal Crossing, which isrumoured to be set for a reveal in the showcase ahead of a 2026 launch date. As someone who spent almost 1,000 hours playingNew Horizons, I’m ready to see the next entry in the series so I can do that exact thing again....

One of the biggest features of the recently releasedNintendo Switch 2, besidesthe ability to use the Joy-Cons like a mouse, isGameChat. It’s so massive thatit even has a dedicated button for it on the Switch 2 Joy-Cons. Althoughyou’ll need to register a valid phone number to use the feature, which might be a turn-off for some privacy-conscious gamers,you can drop F-bombs in chat, so it’s not all that bad. However, via a new YouTube discovery, there is actually one limit to GameChat, and it has nothing to do with curse words....

I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve always had a bit of a weird relationship with theSwitch. While the rest of the world happily embraced its handheld side and took it along with them wherever they went, I almost always stuck to TV mode. To be frank, the only time I used the Switch’s main function is when I was too lazy to move from bed or when I was busting for the loo....

AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES is a series that I never knew I needed. I discovered the first game during a lazy afternoon pet-sitting for my sister, intrigued by its interesting premise and quirky cast of characters. What followed was a week-long binge, in which I devoured the first game and immediately demolished the sequel,nirvanA Initiative, smitten with a creative and, at times, baffling series that reveled in its own absurdity. It was a breath of fresh air in an industry afraid to tell fun, silly stories....

Summary InThe Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, there are multiple companions. you may have Mage Apprentices follow you around, the Golden Saint and Dark Seducer can join the fray in the Shivering Isles, and, of course, there’s theAdoring Fan, who just wants to let you know what a good job you’re doing. While some companions are mandated by the game, others are chosen by the players, like the horse they ride or themysterious unicornthat is lurking in Cyrodiil....

Summary Afterthe Japanese versions were revealedover the weekend, The Pokemon Company has now shared its first details on the English versions of the newPokemon TCGexpansions, Black Bolt and White Flare. The new expansions will follow the uncommon naming convention of sharing a name with its Japanese equivalent, seen for the first time since 2018’sForbidden Light. They will also introduce a first, never before seen in the English version of the Pokemon TCG....

Summary Project Century just got another trailer atSummer Game Fest, giving us a traileranda real title. Now, the working title is no more, as RGG Studio’s upcoming game is officially called Stranger Than Heaven. It’s hard to say whether or not this trailer sheds some light on some of the mysteries of the reveal, or just gives us new ones. Whilethe original reveal was set in 1915, this time, we’re taken to 1943....

A little more than a month has passed since theNintendo Switch 2, along withMario Kart World, were both released, and nowDonkey Kong Bananzawill be the next major title to hit the Switch 2when it launches next week on July 17. With the release date rapidly approaching, it appears that early copies have made it into the wild. So far it doesn’t look like any spoilers have been posted, though it’s worth wondering how much of a Donkey Kong game there would be to spoil....

Summary Several insiders have claimed that a port ofRed Dead Redemption 2for theNintendo Switch 2is currently being worked on and could even release at some point this year alongside a current-gen update. With the long-awaited Grand Theft Auto 6 set for release in just over a year’s time, you’d think thatRockstar Gameswould be putting all of its attention on that monumental game. That reportedly isn’t the case, however, as the studio seemingly has a fewother irons in the fire right now aside from GTA 6....

A new video from leaker Moore’s Law Is Dead shines quite a bit of light on the potential specs forSony’supcoming PlayStation 6. Despite the leak itself dating back two years, the source for this intriguing batch of info has been able to confirm that it’s a blend of probably-still-true and certainly-the-case. As a reminder, PlayStation 6 will come in two form factors: a traditional home console and ahandheld device. Moore’s Law Is Dead covers the work-in-progress technical specifications for both, and even notes the likely validity of PS6’s release window....

Quick Links Check out theGrow A City codeslisted below to claim free in-game rewards and boosts; they will give you a helpful start as you jump into the game. Just remember, these Roblox codes expire quickly, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you can. Keep in mind that we’re always on the lookout for new codes and regularly update this list, especially after game updates, so you don’t miss out on the latest rewards....

Quick Links Quests inTainted Grail: The Fall Of Avaloncome in all shapes and colors, and some are more interesting than others depending on the character you interact with. Besides the usual ‘go fetch me this item’ or ‘go kill this bounty’ or ‘escort the character to a certain location’, you’ll be surprised by how many quests are actually not just generic. For example, a lady who wanted to be with her lover thought it was a good idea to turn him into a pig....

Quick Links Tainted Grail: The Fall Of Avalonis filled with decisions that can shape the direction of your quests, often in ways that aren’t immediately clear. With so many choices available, it can be tough to predict which ones will influence the final outcome or affect the rewards you receive. This uncertainty can make decision-making feel more complicated. Among the multiple quests in the game that have choices is the Playing with Fire quest that you can take on in Act 2....