{"success":true,"count":10,"items":[{"title":"Assassin's Creed Jumps to the Stage: \"Heredis\" Brings Parkour to Theatre","slug":"assassin-s-creed-jumps-to-the-stage-heredis-brings-parkour-to-theatre","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/assassin-s-creed-jumps-to-the-stage-heredis-brings-parkour-to-theatre","excerpt":"Assassin's Creed makes an unexpected leap to the theatre with \"Heredis: Echoes of the Past\", a two-hour stage production featuring acrobatics, parkour, and immersive visuals across multiple eras. Inspired by the game series, it follows a protagonist's quest to find his father, set to perform in Montreal and Paris from December 2026 to February 2027. This theatrical adaptation promises a unique blend of athleticism and storytelling.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/assassin-s-creed-jumps-to-the-stage-heredis-brings-parkour-to-theatre-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"Lifestyle","slug":"lifestyle"},{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"Industry News","slug":"industry-news"}],"tags":[{"name":"Assassin's Creed","slug":"assassin-s-creed"},{"name":"Parkour","slug":"parkour"},{"name":"stage production","slug":"stage-production"},{"name":"Paris","slug":"paris"},{"name":"Immersive Visuals","slug":"immersive-visuals"},{"name":"ubisoft","slug":"ubisoft"},{"name":"acrobatics","slug":"acrobatics"},{"name":"Montreal","slug":"montreal"},{"name":"theatre","slug":"theatre"},{"name":"Heredis: Echoes of the Past","slug":"heredis-echoes-of-the-past"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T15:31:25.993Z"},{"title":"The Witcher's Roach Naming Mystery Solved in Latest Book","slug":"the-witcher-s-roach-naming-mystery-solved-in-latest-book","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/the-witcher-s-roach-naming-mystery-solved-in-latest-book","excerpt":"Discover why Geralt of Rivia names every horse Roach in The Witcher series, revealed in the latest novel, Crossroads of Ravens. This long-standing mystery is solved through a humorous encounter in the book. Fans of the games will appreciate this deep dive into Witcher lore.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/the-witcher-s-roach-naming-mystery-solved-in-latest-book-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"Game Archives","slug":"game-archives"},{"name":"Gaming Guides","slug":"gaming-guides"}],"tags":[{"name":"Roach","slug":"roach"},{"name":"Geralt of Rivia","slug":"geralt-of-rivia"},{"name":"The Witcher 3","slug":"the-witcher-3"},{"name":"game mysteries","slug":"game-mysteries"},{"name":"fantasy gaming","slug":"fantasy-gaming"},{"name":"cd projekt red","slug":"cd-projekt-red"},{"name":"The Witcher Books","slug":"the-witcher-books"},{"name":"Witcher Lore","slug":"witcher-lore"},{"name":"Crossroads of Ravens","slug":"crossroads-of-ravens"},{"name":"The Witcher","slug":"the-witcher"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T15:25:14.567Z"},{"title":"Nintendo Switch 2: Investors Push for Price Hike as Device Deemed \"Too Affordable\"","slug":"nintendo-switch-2-investors-push-for-price-hike-as-device-deemed-too-affordable","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/nintendo-switch-2-investors-push-for-price-hike-as-device-deemed-too-affordable","excerpt":"The upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly priced too competitively, prompting investors to urge for a price adjustment to maximize profits. According to recent reports, the console's affordability is seen as a potential missed opportunity for higher revenue. This development comes as the gaming community anticipates the Switch 2's launch, expected to enhance the Switch experience with improved hardware.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/nintendo-switch-2-investors-push-for-price-hike-as-device-deemed-too-affordable-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"Console Gaming","slug":"console-gaming"},{"name":"Industry News","slug":"industry-news"},{"name":"Nintendo Switch 2","slug":"nintendo-switch-2"}],"tags":[{"name":"price hike","slug":"price-hike"},{"name":"Affordability","slug":"affordability"},{"name":"Switch 2","slug":"switch-2"},{"name":"Profit Maximization","slug":"profit-maximization"},{"name":"Revenue Strategy","slug":"revenue-strategy"},{"name":"console launch","slug":"console-launch"},{"name":"nintendo","slug":"nintendo"},{"name":"Gaming Community","slug":"gaming-community"},{"name":"hardware upgrade","slug":"hardware-upgrade"},{"name":"investors","slug":"investors"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T15:01:51.464Z"},{"title":"Nintendo Under Pressure to Raise Switch 2 Console Price Amid Losses","slug":"nintendo-under-pressure-to-raise-switch-2-console-price-amid-losses","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/nintendo-under-pressure-to-raise-switch-2-console-price-amid-losses","excerpt":"Nintendo faces pressure to raise the Nintendo Switch 2 console price due to being sold at a loss, amidst a declining share price. Despite selling 17 million consoles as of December 31, the company may increase the price by $50-$100 to reduce losses. This move could impact the console's rollout, currently at 17 million units sold in its first year.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/nintendo-under-pressure-to-raise-switch-2-console-price-amid-losses-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"Console Gaming","slug":"console-gaming"},{"name":"Industry News","slug":"industry-news"},{"name":"Nintendo Switch 2","slug":"nintendo-switch-2"}],"tags":[{"name":"Switch 2","slug":"switch-2"},{"name":"Gaming Industry","slug":"gaming-industry"},{"name":"financial losses","slug":"financial-losses"},{"name":"share price","slug":"share-price"},{"name":"nintendo","slug":"nintendo"},{"name":"Nintendo Switch","slug":"nintendo-switch"},{"name":"console price","slug":"console-price"},{"name":"Gaming news","slug":"gaming-news"},{"name":"Console Sales","slug":"console-sales"},{"name":"Price Increase","slug":"price-increase"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T14:32:36.220Z"},{"title":"GameStop's $5,000 Pokémon \"Neutronium\" Power Packs Fund Baffling $56 Billion eBay Bid","slug":"gamestop-s-5-000-pok-mon-neutronium-power-packs-fund-baffling-56-billion-ebay-bi","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/gamestop-s-5-000-pok-mon-neutronium-power-packs-fund-baffling-56-billion-ebay-bi","excerpt":"GameStop has unveiled a new $5,000 \"Neutronium\" Power Pack for Pokémon cards, boasting potential pulls worth up to $68,000, amidst its surprising $56 billion bid to acquire eBay. This high-stakes gamble relies on the lucrative Pokémon card market, where GameStop's curated packs offer a 0.4% chance at top-tier cards. The move is part of GameStop's pivot to collectibles, aiming to fund its enormous eBay acquisition bid.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/gamestop-s-5-000-pok-mon-neutronium-power-packs-fund-baffling-56-billion-ebay-bi-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"Industry News","slug":"industry-news"},{"name":"Accessories","slug":"accessories"}],"tags":[{"name":"lucrative market","slug":"lucrative-market"},{"name":"Pokémon cards","slug":"pok-mon-cards"},{"name":"gaming market","slug":"gaming-market"},{"name":"Acquisition","slug":"acquisition"},{"name":"eBay","slug":"ebay"},{"name":"Pokémon","slug":"pok-mon"},{"name":"high-stakes gamble","slug":"high-stakes-gamble"},{"name":"gamestop","slug":"gamestop"},{"name":"Neutronium Power Pack","slug":"neutronium-power-pack"},{"name":"collectibles","slug":"collectibles"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T14:01:46.522Z"},{"title":"Mortal Kombat Creator Ed Boon Discusses Next Game and Potential Street Fighter Crossover","slug":"mortal-kombat-creator-ed-boon-discusses-next-game-and-potential-street-fighter-c","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/mortal-kombat-creator-ed-boon-discusses-next-game-and-potential-street-fighter-c","excerpt":"Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon shares insights into the next Mortal Kombat game, hinting at innovative gameplay mechanics. He also expresses interest in bringing a Street Fighter character into the Mortal Kombat universe, sparking crossover excitement among fans. The upcoming title promises to blend tradition with fresh elements.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/mortal-kombat-creator-ed-boon-discusses-next-game-and-potential-street-fighter-c-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"Collaborations","slug":"collaborations"},{"name":"Industry News","slug":"industry-news"}],"tags":[{"name":"Street Fighter","slug":"street-fighter"},{"name":"Fighting games","slug":"fighting-games"},{"name":"crossover","slug":"crossover"},{"name":"mortal kombat","slug":"mortal-kombat"},{"name":"Ed Boon","slug":"ed-boon"},{"name":"upcoming releases","slug":"upcoming-releases"},{"name":"Gaming news","slug":"gaming-news"},{"name":"NetherRealm Studios","slug":"netherrealm-studios"},{"name":"game development","slug":"game-development"},{"name":"Capcom","slug":"capcom"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T13:31:26.192Z"},{"title":"Mortal Kombat 2 Review: A Fight-Filled Apology to Fans","slug":"mortal-kombat-2-review-a-fight-filled-apology-to-fans","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/mortal-kombat-2-review-a-fight-filled-apology-to-fans","excerpt":"Mortal Kombat 2 hits theaters on May 8, 2026, offering a cinematic experience that prioritizes epic fight scenes over storytelling, making it a memorable yet forgettable film. Despite its flaws, the movie delivers on its promise of well-choreographed battles, sure to please fans of the franchise. With its focus on action, Mortal Kombat 2 serves as an apology to fans disappointed by the 2021 predecessor.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/mortal-kombat-2-review-a-fight-filled-apology-to-fans-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"Reviews","slug":"reviews"},{"name":"Game Reviews","slug":"game-reviews"},{"name":"Latest Releases","slug":"latest-releases"}],"tags":[{"name":"2021 Predecessor","slug":"2021-predecessor"},{"name":"Cinematic Experience","slug":"cinematic-experience"},{"name":"Mortal Kombat 2","slug":"mortal-kombat-2"},{"name":"Franchise Apology","slug":"franchise-apology"},{"name":"Fight Scenes","slug":"fight-scenes"},{"name":"2026 Release","slug":"2026-release"},{"name":"Warner Bros. 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The discovery hints at a larger quest to find the Cow God, with the rare \"Prime Rib\" item sparking theories among the community.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/diablo-4-s-hidden-secret-cow-level-uncovered-but-the-quest-for-cow-god-begins-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"Game Reviews","slug":"game-reviews"},{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"PC Gaming","slug":"pc-gaming"}],"tags":[{"name":"Moo Moo Farm","slug":"moo-moo-farm"},{"name":"Cow God","slug":"cow-god"},{"name":"Blizzard Entertainment","slug":"blizzard-entertainment"},{"name":"Diablo 4","slug":"diablo-4"},{"name":"#PlayStation","slug":"playstation"},{"name":"pc","slug":"pc"},{"name":"xbox","slug":"xbox"},{"name":"Lord of Hatred","slug":"lord-of-hatred"},{"name":"Prime Rib","slug":"prime-rib"},{"name":"secret cow level","slug":"secret-cow-level"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T12:01:40.632Z"},{"title":"Grand Theft Auto 6: One Year Since Last Trailer, Frustration Mounts Ahead of November 19 Launch","slug":"grand-theft-auto-6-one-year-since-last-trailer-frustration-mounts-ahead-of-novem","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/grand-theft-auto-6-one-year-since-last-trailer-frustration-mounts-ahead-of-novem","excerpt":"Grand Theft Auto 6's last trailer released a year ago, leaving fans in an anxious wait with only two trailers to date. Originally set for May 26, the game's delay to November 19 has heightened anticipation and frustration among eagerly awaiting gamers. With six months to go before launch, the community clamors for new content.","image":"https://api.thebadgamer.in/uploads/ai-generated/2026/05/grand-theft-auto-6-one-year-since-last-trailer-frustration-mounts-ahead-of-novem-full.jpg","categories":[{"name":"News","slug":"news"},{"name":"Console Gaming","slug":"console-gaming"},{"name":"Game Previews and Reviews","slug":"game-previews-and-reviews"}],"tags":[{"name":"Anticipation","slug":"anticipation"},{"name":"rockstar games","slug":"rockstar-games"},{"name":"Xbox Series X","slug":"xbox-series-x"},{"name":"playstation 5","slug":"playstation-5"},{"name":"Grand Theft Auto 6","slug":"grand-theft-auto-6"},{"name":"November 19 Launch","slug":"november-19-launch"},{"name":"gta 6 trailer","slug":"gta-6-trailer"},{"name":"Game Delay","slug":"game-delay"},{"name":"Gaming Community","slug":"gaming-community"},{"name":"Franchise Updates","slug":"franchise-updates"}],"publishedAt":"2026-05-07T11:34:37.643Z"},{"title":"EVE Online Developer CCP Games Reborn as Fenris Creations, Partners with Google DeepMind for AI Research","slug":"eve-online-developer-ccp-games-reborn-as-fenris-creations-partners-with-google-d","fronturl":"https://news.thebadgamer.in/eve-online-developer-ccp-games-reborn-as-fenris-creations-partners-with-google-d","excerpt":"EVE Online's developer, formerly CCP Games, now operates independently as Fenris Creations after a $120 million buyout from Pearl Abyss. 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