Vishal Kamal has been covering video games for 7 years, writing about everything from hardware deals and new releases to esports and the business
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Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 3 players can now trade Sprites using a community-sourced method, thanks to the Sprite Trading HQ Discord server. This workaround allows collectors to fill their Sprite collections despite the lack of an official trading system. Learn how to swap Sprites with other players safely.
Discover how to obtain and utilize Fortnite's rare Gold Sprites in Chapter 7 Season 3, boosting your XP gain with a 1,600 XP bonus per elimination. Despite their low drop rate from chests, the community has found a workaround through trading. Learn how to make the most of these valuable assets.
Xbox's June 7 Showcase promises to be its biggest in years, celebrating the console's 25th anniversary with expected reveals of State of Decay 3 and Clockwork Revolution. The event may also clarify Gears of War: E-Day's exclusivity status amid rumors of a last-minute pivot to Xbox exclusivity. Persona 6's anticipated reveal could further solidify Xbox's growing partnership with Sega.
Take the PC Gaming Show survey by June 14 for a chance to win a custom "Sleeper Rig" featuring an Asus GeForce RTX 5080 Prime OC and AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D. Eligible US and UK residents must be 18+ to enter. Share your thoughts on this year's show for a sleek, high-performance gaming PC.
Gears of War's anticipated E-Day content has seen its PS5 version canceled, according to a recent report. This move leaves PlayStation 5 gamers without access to this specific part of the Gears of War experience. The cancellation's impact on the game's cross-platform community is already being felt.
Persona 6 is officially on the way, marking a new chapter in the iconic RPG series. Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026, the game promises a standalone story blending daily life with supernatural adventure, set to release on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC. After a decade since Persona 5 and coinciding with the series' 30th anniversary, anticipation is high.
Gears of War: E-Day, slated for October 6, has been confirmed as an Xbox console exclusive, surprising many after previous suggestions of a PS5 release. This move signals Xbox's potential shift back to prioritizing first-party exclusives. The announcement came during the Xbox Games Showcase.
In a surprising twist, Microsoft reverses plans to bring Gears of War: E-Day to PS5, opting for exclusivity to Xbox Series X/S and PC. This move signals a strategic shift under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma, emphasizing the importance of exclusive content for platform growth. The decision comes after a brief, deleted Walmart PS5 placeholder page sparked speculation.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Season 4 brings a nostalgic twist with "Black Ops Classic" mode, ditching OmniMovement for traditional gameplay, alongside the Grimhawk rifle, which fires homing rounds. This update caters to players seeking a more relaxed experience. Meanwhile, the announcement of Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward, promises superior FPS craftsmanship.
Rayman Legends Retold introduces the Land of the Livid Dead, a brand-new world with levels designed to be "a bit more on the difficult side" compared to the base game. This addition, along with a revamped art style, a proper story with cutscenes, and new levels, promises to make Legends Retold more than just a simple remake. The Land of the Livid Dead, now the game's sixth world, brings a challenging and focused expansion that Origins fans will particularly appreciate.
