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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The LEGO Star Wars AT-AT Walker has hit its lowest price yet on Amazon, dropping to $51.99 with a 20% discount. This 525-piece set, featuring a display stand and a detailed Rebel Alliance Snowspeeder, is a must-grab for Star Wars fans, especially with the upcoming The Mandalorian and Grogu movie. Now is the perfect time to grab this iconic Battle of Hoth replica.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream players are showcasing the game's vast customization capabilities by recreating Minecraft within the life sim. Using the Palette House tool, fans like Reddit's Lotukkab have transformed their islands into Minecraft-esque landscapes. This creative trend highlights the community's ingenuity and the game's depth.
Pokémon Go's 'Spring Marathon' event, running May 12-18, introduces Flittle and Espartha, along with a costumed Pikachu. Players can earn these Pokémon and more through the event's Go Pass, Timed Research, Field Research, and 5 km egg hatches. Dive into our guide for all the details on how to make the most of this walking-focused event.
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, the highly anticipated successor to Knights of the Old Republic, is being funded by GreaterThan Group, a new investment company founded by former NetEase president Simon Zhu. Zhu's group aims to support undervalued developers, giving them the opportunity to work on dream projects without compromise. With a $100 million investment round, GreaterThan is backing not only Arcanaut Studios' Star Wars project but also BulletFarm, a studio working on a secretive, David Lynch-inspired shooter.
A determined GTA 6 fan is tracking foot traffic at a cafe near Rockstar Games' studio to predict the release of the game's third trailer, speculated to potentially drop on May 12. This unusual method has garnered significant attention on the GTA 6 subreddit, with over 1.5k upvotes. The community's reaction has been mostly humorous, acknowledging the desperation for new game content.
Despite fervent speculation pinpointing May 12 for the Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer 3 release, Rockstar Games remains silent. Fans base their hopes on historical patterns and minor updates, but the studio's unpredictable schedule leaves everything to chance. With GTA 6 about six months from its November 19 launch, the wait for trailer 3 continues.
Grand Theft Auto 6 fans awaiting Trailer 3 were met with surprise as Rockstar instead promoted a Red Dead Online event, sparking a wave of dismay and humorous memes across the internet. Despite the setback, anticipation for GTA 6 remains high, with its marketing efforts expected to ramp up this summer. The game is set to launch on November 19, 2026, for PS5.
Midnight Suns, the latest from Firaxis Games, offers a unique blend of turn-based combat and deep character customization within the Marvel universe. While flawed by launch technical issues, it provides an enjoyable, team-centric experience. With over 40 missions and more than 200 abilities, there's depth for fans to dive into.
Dead Cells, one of Steam's breakout roguelites, is getting a sequel, promising to enhance the formula that made the original a hit. The new game aims to deliver more of what fans love, with potential for new twists. Details are scarce, but the announcement has already stirred excitement among fans of the genre.
