Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Game Confirms Important Day 1 Update

Summary Nintendo Switch 2exclusiveFast Fusionwill have a day-one patch that will add a Quality mode to the game, enabling 4K gameplay. At least one more graphics mode may also be coming toFast Fusionpost-release, among other novelties. Announced during the early April 2025 Nintendo Direct,Fast Fusionis the latest installment in theFastseries of futuristic arcade racers in the vein ofF-ZeroandWipeout. Like the first three entries in Shin’en Multimedia’s franchise, the upcoming title will be exclusive to a Nintendo console, with the upcoming Switch 2 being the target platform this time around....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 400 words · Robert Miller

Nintendo Switch Online Services Are Having Issues Right Now

Nintendo Switch Onlineservices for various games and applications are experiencing connection issues due to an ongoing Google Cloud service outage. Games that utilize theNintendo Switch Onlineservice, likeMario Kart World, along with mobile titles likePokemon GO, will remain partially inaccessible until the problems are fully addressed by Google. The problems were reported around 3:30 PM Eastern by Twitter user OatmealDome, who stated that a major outage at Google Cloud is affecting Nintendo online services....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Edward Garcia

One Piece Chapter 1150: Imu's Powers Are Shown

Summary Quick Links One Piecechapter 1150 dropped earlier today, and it was everything that the fans expected it to be and more. WithImu’s arrival in Elbafin the previous chapter, fans were absolutely certain that they would see a glimpse of their power this week, and that is exactly what Oda delivered. Imu went on a roll in this week’sOne Piecechapter, showcasing an immense array of abilities, all the while taking control of the situation in Elbaf in an instant....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 648 words · Alexis Shepard

One Piece: Oda Has Already Revealed The Characters Who Will Surpass Pirate King Roger

This article contains spoilers from One Piece’s Elbaf Arc. Summary One Pieceiscurrently in the Elbaf arc, and as this arc continues, the story hurtles towards bigger battles. As fans know, Luffy is currently in the country of the Giants, and there are many big battles for him to fight here. At the same time, fans also know that the Great War is coming, which means that Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates will have to get even stronger as the story continues....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 723 words · Marc Hunter

One Piece: Oda Has Confirmed Luffy Needs A Bigger Power Up Than Gear 5 And Conqueror's Haki

Summary Quick Links One Piece’sFinal Saga is upon the fans, and that means the most exciting part of the story is now officially underway. Fans had been waiting for the Final Saga to begin for years now, and Oda himself has been waiting to draw it since 1999, if not longer. According to Oda himself,One Piece’sFinal Saga is its most exciting part, with the biggest of lore reveals being made, and all the deepest of the secrets being uncovered....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 758 words · Joe Garcia

Open-World Games With Camping Mechanics

Summary There’s more to camping than mere survival, especially in open-world video game worlds. Besides catching a tasty meal and a restorative sleep for a long-term buff, good camping gameplay offers immersion, a moment to organize, level up, and bond with party members. While there are plenty of games that would have their playerstravel the open world under heavy rainfallat night without rest, these games make camping feel purposeful. Done right, and players will feel sucked into a virtual wilderness....

July 8, 2025 · 4 min · 826 words · Karen Buck

Overwatch 2 Mid-Season 16 Twitch Drops Now Available

Summary Overwatch 2is giving away two free Loot Boxes, one of which contains a guaranteed Epic, as part of a Twitch Drop campaign to celebrate the release of its mid-Season 16 update. From now through June 1, players who watch five hours of anyOverwatch 2streamers on Twitch can add these Loot Boxes to their inventories without even playing the game. Themid-Season 16 update forOverwatch 2has officially arrived, bringing with it a slew of balance adjustments, the beginning of both theStreet Fighter 6collab and an Overwatch Classic event, and the addition of Freja to Stadium....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 381 words · Adam Griffin

Persona 4 Revival is Coming at the Right Time for Everyone—But Me

If I learned one thing in the industry, it’s that a remake, port, sale, PS Plus free game, orXbox Game Pass releasealways happens at the worst time for me. It’s like they’re watching me and waiting until they know I’ve purchased something to drop a new or free version of it elsewhere. If I know one thing about myself, it’s that this knowledge will not stop me from playing what I want to play when I want to play it....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 1013 words · Shirley Garrett

Playable Characters Who Deserve to Be in Mario Kart World

DespiteMario Kart Worldhaving such an extensive roster of characters that will release more kart racers than ever before, there are still someMario-centric characters that have not received an invite to the races, and have been left behind.Mario Kart World’s great roster still lacks some iconic characters, and some fun obscure ones. Some funMariocharacters from previous games deserve a chance to get their karting license and get behind the wheel to drift around some iconic tracks alongside some iconic characters, so while there’s nothing official about the characters listed below, it would benice to see them addedin content updates toMario Kart World....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 972 words · Charles Gonzalez

Pokemon Fan Creates Incredibly Realistic Meganium Model

Summary APokemonfan has created an impressively realistic model of the popular Grass-type pocket monster, Meganium. This tribute to the final form of Chikorita has caught the attention of many fans in the largePokemoncommunity. ThePokemonfranchise is known for having very talented and dedicated fans who often create their own versions of Pokemon, sometimes by combining multiple creatures into one. However, some fans prefer to bring their creations to life by crafting realistic replicas of their favorite Pokemon....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 442 words · Jason Montgomery

Pokemon Fans Need to Keep an Eye on Gamescom This Year

On June 17,Pokemonannounced that the franchise will return to Gamescom later this year, though precise details of its appearance at the annual expo remain elusive.Pokemonwill join companies like Nintendo and Capcom at the 2025 edition of Gamescom, which will be held from August 20 to 24 at the Koelnmesse exhibition center in Cologne, Germany. Pokemon’s appearance at Gamescom will take place just under two months before the launch ofPokemon Legends: Z-A....

July 8, 2025 · 2 min · 370 words · Nicole Gibson

Pokemon TCG Pocket: Silvally Guide (Decks, Strategies, Stats)

Quick Links To most players, Silvally is the unexpected star ofPokemon TCG Pocket’s Extradimensional Crisis set. Despite the booster pack being themed around Ultra Beasts, it is a non-beast Colorless Pokemon that ended up stealing the spotlight. Several Silvally deck variants have surfaced since the set’s release, but not all of them have made a strong impact on the meta. With that in mind, here are three of the best-performing Silvally decks inPokemon TCG Pocketthat are worth trying out....

July 8, 2025 · 3 min · 632 words · Holly Pratt

Reasons Why Dandadan Season 2 Will Be Better Than Season 1

Summary Dandadanwas one of the most popularanime of 2024. Through its eccentric characters, unusual plots, bizarre worldbuilding, and hilarious moments, it managed to carve a unique place in the hearts of Shounen fans. Ever since it was announced that the series would have another season, fans have been anticipating its release with great excitement. Science SARU did a fantastic job of bringing the story to life, and after so much success, the studio is expected to deliver another visually stunning season that does not disappoint fans....

July 8, 2025 · 5 min · 1003 words · Eric Moore