Madden NFL 26 is coming this summer, and when it arrives, you'll find that the team at Tiburon has done something it hasn't done before: It's added a new player ability based on a rookie. The game's library of X-Factor and Superstar abilities is a lengthy one that gets new additions every year, but Travis Hunter is the first rookie to inspire the team to think up a new one.

The ability is called Iron Man, and it's designed to let Hunter play both sides of the ball more effectively. Hunter comes to Jacksonville with the bona fides to play both wide receiver and cornerback, and football experts everywhere are wondering if he can become the NFL's version of Shohei Ohtani: a two-way superstar the likes of whom only come around once in a generation, if that.

Madden developer Tiburon had to find a way to make this work in-game. Typically, a player who might play on both offense and special teams gets winded more easily, and a tired player is more likely to get hurt, commit penalties, or fumble if they're a ball carrier--not to mention slow down, of course. Because Hunter is expected to play both offense and defense, and has shown, at least in college, an ability to do this remarkably well, the Iron Man ability essentially rewrites his stamina drain. This allows him to fend off fatigue and the game's Wear and Tear injury system, which Madden 26 is adopting from College Football 25 and 26.

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I play hundreds of hours of Madden NFL every year, but one thing I haven't done in nearly 20 years is play Madden on a Nintendo platform. To my recollection, the last time I played the series on a Nintendo system was Madden 08. After that, I switched to playing the game on Xbox consoles, and I've never looked back, as Xbox became my preferred platform. Just a few years after I quit Madden on Nintendo, EA Sports quit Madden on Nintendo, too. But the Switch 2 promises a new beginning for Madden on Nintendo platforms, and based on a Madden 26 demo I played on Switch 2, that future may be brighter than the pairing's lackluster past.

The last Madden game released for a Nintendo device was Madden 13, released in August 2012 for the Wii and Wii U. After that, EA stopped supporting the platform with its American football game, seemingly because technical limitations made it untenable to continue. In the Wii and Wii U era, the games routinely underperformed critically, offered fewer new features than their counterparts on Xbox and PlayStation, and performed worse graphically. I played a game of Madden 26 on Switch 2 in handheld mode--I didn't see it docked--and though it did look like a graphical step down from what I later played on PS5, nothing else about it felt compromised by the platform.

Even in the case of the visual downgrade, it was no different than what I'd expect if I were to play Madden 26 on my Steam Deck. Handhelds still come with the baked-in understanding that you're losing a bit of luster for the convenience of the experience, and knowing that, I was able to enjoy Madden 26 on Switch 2.

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When Madden NFL 26 arrives this August, it'll adopt a key aspect of College Football 25: its speed. Ask anyone who's played both of EA's American football games over the last year and they'll surely tell you College Football is much faster--they'll probably also tell you they preferred it over Madden's intentionally more sluggish gameplay. At the time, College Football was finding its old self, as the game was the first in EA's series in 11 years, and the entries of yesteryear tended to play faster and looser than Madden, too.

For the NFL sim, however, the slower gameplay was meant to differentiate it from College Football, and capture the way NFL players are on more even footing than their collegiate counterparts, where the delta between pro-bound elites and average student-athletes should and does feel vast. However, the Madden team has considered a great deal of community feedback and has decided to accelerate Madden 26, bringing it closer to the feel of the College Football series.

EA Tiburon's Isaac Etheridge, also known as "Spade" from his days as a Madden content creator, spoke at length about the changes players can expect, specifically based on player feedback. He led with game speed, signaling just how much the team understands this was an area it had to focus on. "We believe the NFL is the home of the fastest, most explosive players on the planet, right?So we knew something had to change. We started to validate this, both internally and externally," Etheridge said, explaining how the team used a prospective build of a faster Madden to test its favorability with players.

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Original Switch owners aren't being forgotten with the new Switch 2 update for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. While the free patch offers more on Nintendo's new system--like visual enhancements--the action-adventure game will allow players to select favorited echoes after collecting more than 30 of them on either console.

Nintendo detailed the version 1.1.0 update, which went live yesterday, June 3. Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom received "a feature to display only favorited echoes in the list of echoes after 30 or more echoes have been learned" on Switch or Switch 2. This streamlines the process for Zelda picking an item or enemy to use in the game. A common complaint before was people having to sift through a ton of echoes to find their preferred options.

It was previously known Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom was getting a free Switch 2 update. The game will see optimized visuals and HDR support, with the former hopefully addressing frame-rate issues that were highlighted in GameSpot's Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom review. A similar problem has seemingly been addressed with Pokemon Scarlet/Violet's free Switch 2 update.

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Sony has released the top-downloaded games on PlayStation Network for May 2025 in North America and the EU. Forza Horizon 5, previously available only on PC and Xbox, arrived on PS5 in late April and surged on the sales chart, becoming the top seller for the month.

On PS5, Elden Ring Nightreign claimed the number-two spot in North America and number five on the EU charts, a stellar position for a game that launched near the end of the month. A big game that was on the rise was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which had a late-April release, but jumped several spots up. Grand Theft Auto V, EA Sports FC 25, and the recently released Doom: The Dark Ages rounded out the top five. This top 20 download list also includes The Precinct, Split Fiction, NBA 2K25, and The Last of Us Part II Remastered.

Over on the PS4, Star Wars Battlefront II ranked at the top for both North America and the EU. Red Dead Redemption 2 is staying near the top, in the second slot. Usual heavy hitters like The Last of Us and Minecraft are still going strong, too.

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The Switch 2 is launching this week, but it's not the only major event in gaming coming up. Sony's latest State of Play broadcast is on tap for today, June 4, and it's expected to be a big one. In this post, we're rounding up all the key details, including how to watch the State of Play, when it begins, and what to expect.

After the State of Play, the Switch 2 launches on June 5. Then on June 6, Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest begins. The Xbox Games Showcase, meanwhile, takes place on Sunday, June 8. GameSpot will bring you all the major news from the events as it happens.

How to watch the State of Play

You can stream the State of Play on YouTube and Twitch. The event will be broadcast in English.

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There'll be no shortage of developer showcases this month, but don't expect Ubisoft to make an appearance through its annual Ubisoft Forward presentation. This is the first time that Ubisoft is not holding a showcase since it began hosting them in 2020, and it'll instead have a presence at events like Summer Game Fest and the PC Gaming Show.

"We are always eager to connect with our players and showcase our games," a Ubisoft representative said to Game File's Stephen Totilo. "We are continuing to explore opportunities to share updates, and we look forward to providing more information at a later date."

Ubisoft Forward, which has been a digital and in-person showcase for the company's games just about every June, isn't happening this year. A company rep tells me Ubisoft will participate in IGN Live (June 7-8) and PC Gaming Show (June 8) and will also be at GamesCom

— Stephen Totilo (@stephentotilo.bsky.social) June 4, 2025 at 1:03 AM

It's not too surprising to hear that Ubisoft won't have a dedicated showcase, as it recently announced that it had delayed multiple upcoming games. The company didn't name any of them specifically when it dropped this news during its latest earnings report, but it mentioned that some of its "biggest productions" are affected.

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The newest PlayStation 5 system update has arrived, but no one should expect any groundbreaking new features or major improvements.

Version 24.04-11.40.00 is out now, and the patch notes are a single line long: "We've improved the messages and usability on some screens." That's all there is. It's not much, but for anyone encountering issues with messages and usability on some screens may see those experiences improved now.

The PS5 gets these kind of smaller, more granular system updates from time to time. Others have focused on improving system stability.

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Fallout 76's latest update marks the start of Season 21: Gone Fission and unsurprisingly, it's all about fish. The update adds a new questline, new recipes, rare fish to collect and display in your C.A.M.P., and of course, a chill new pastime that can be enjoyed anywhere across the map.

Fishing can be unlocked through the new Casting Off questline, which can be accessed through a new location in the Mire known as Fisherman's Rest. The questline will give players the base-level fishing rod, which can then be upgraded through Tinker's Workbench.

The fishing rod isn't an item that needs to be manually equipped; instead, just go up to any body of water and select the "Fish" command when it shows up on screen. Fishing isn't contained to just the new area. You can fish anywhere across the map with a handy mantra: If you can swim in it, you can fish in it.

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Heads up, Nintendo Switch Online members: Nintendo has added a cool physical reward to the My Nintendo Store that can be bought with points earned from playing Nintendo games. The reward is a metal display piece based on the original Super Mario Bros. 3 box art, and it can be yours for 1,000 Platinum Points.

"Showcase your love for the Super Mario Bros. 3 game with this exclusive metal desktop display," the My Nintendo listing reads. "Featuring vibrant artwork on metal and a sleek black acrylic base etched with the My Nintendo logo, it's a stylish tribute for any fan or collector."

The artwork is an exact replica of the Super Mario Bros. 3 box art, complete with tagline, NES logo, and the iconic Nintendo seal of quality.

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Building a gaming PC is kind of like building a hot rod--sure, the parts that make the car go fast are important, but if you're going to spend all that time on it, shouldn't it look cool, too? As such, PC gamers who build their own systems love to look for the PC case that fits their aesthetic. Computex, the annual computing convention held in Taipei, Taiwan, is where PC case-makers go to show off the chassis they'll be selling throughout the year. Some are purely cosmetic, while others put function over form, but many are fascinating. It's important to note that, due to the international trade situation caused by U.S. tariffs, the availability of some new computing items is in question. That said, here are some of the cases we loved from the show.

Hyte X50 Air

Hyte has become a prominent name in PC cases in the last couple of years, and the X50 Air makes it easy to see why. With its rounded edges and unique color options--lavender, matcha, pink, and red to go with the standard black and white variants--the design language calls to mind the iMacs of yore.

In the interview with Gamers Nexus in the video above, HYTE Product Director Rob Teller explains just how hard it is to put an airflow-friendly mesh onto a curved surface, as they've done with this case. He shows off a variety of failed test models, including one with metal so soft that it began to rust in a week and another where the edge of the mesh acted more like a "tear here" perforation line. The end product, though, is a truly unique-looking case with gentle curves inside and out.

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Pokemon Scarlet

$48 at Walmart | $52 at Amazon (was $60)

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Pokemon Violet

$49.50 at Walmart | $50 at Amazon (was $60)

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Double Pack

$105 (was $120)

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Several Nintendo Switch games will be getting free performance updates on the Switch 2, and if there's one game that really needs an upgrade, it's definitely Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Early footage of the Switch 2 edition running at 60fps looks promising so far, and if you've been looking to start an adventure in the Paldean region, now is a good time to grab the collect-'em-all game for the new Nintendo console.

While Pokemon Scarlet and Violet did have its fair share of technical issues on Switch, the Switch 2 version will offer a higher frame rate and a larger draw distance alongside other much-needed tweaks. With those issues hopefully addressed, this should allow the game to shine and emerge as one of the best Pokemon experiences out there, as it offers a lot of fun. All the basics of a Pokemon experience are covered here, from a vast world full of unique Pokemon to the pursuit of Pokemon League glory, and for longtime fans of the series, the quality-of-life updates are very welcome.

Pokemon Scarlet $48 at Walmart | $52 at Amazon (was $60)

Like previous Pokemon game releases, there are some distinct differences between the Scarlet and Violet Pokemon games. Each one has version-exclusive Pokemon, different lore, outfits, and even version-exclusive outfits. For Pokemon Scarlet, the unique Legendary Pokemon is Koraidon, and some of the Pokemon that you won't find in Pokemon Violet include Armarouge, Stonjourner, and Oranguru. Several Paradox Pokemon are also exclusive to this game's endgame location, Area Zero, but you can trade for them with owners of Pokemon Violet.

You can get Pokemon Scarlet for $48 at Walmart or $52 at Amazon. Both of these deals are sold by third-party resellers and fulfilled by Amazon/Walmart.

• Amazon -- $52
• Walmart -- $48
• Target -- $60
• Best Buy -- $60

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For Pokemon Violet, version-exclusive Pokemon include Ceruledge, Bagon, and Misdreavus. Your Leegndary Pokemon you encounter in the game is also different, as instead of Koraidon, you'll befriend Moraidon. Another noticeable difference between the games is the overall theme, as Pokemon Violet leans harder into sci-fi ideas, whereas Pokemon Scarlet adopts a prehistoric motif.

Just like with Scarlet, you can save around 10 bucks on Pokemon Violet at Amazon or Walmart.

• Amazon -- $50
• Walmart -- $49.50
• Target -- $60
• Best Buy -- $60

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Don't feel like trading with other people? Then you can get both Pokemon games inside of a single bundle. Of course, this does mean that you'll need to play through the game twice, but no one said that catching 'em all was going to be easy!

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Double Pack is up for grabs for $105 (was $120) at Walmart. Note: This deal is shipped and sold by a third-party reseller--designated by Walmart as a "Pro Seller"--with positive customer ratings.

• Walmart -- $105
• Amazon -- $120
• Target -- $120

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Beyond Scarlet and Violet, more than a dozen Switch games have been optimized for the Switch 2 via free updates, but Nintendo has only provided a small number of details on what these upgrades entail. In general, most of the games on this list will look better on high-resolution TV screens and several of them will have improved frame rates.

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Epic Games and the Lego Group have announced that two major updates for Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) will be released this month, including the highly requested brick-by-brick building feature.

Announced during the State of Unreal 2025 event on June 3, Lego Brick Editor and Lego Bloom Tycoon will arrive on June 17, and are said to "further extend the Lego System in Play in a digital setting".

Lego Brick Editor will bring brick-by-brick building to UEFN, with 50 Lego bricks available for users to experiment with at release, simulating the snapping and connectivity of real-life Lego bricks. Creators will be able to build custom assets like bridges, houses, animatable props, and static meshes, and also customize individual elements using a color picker from a selection of 42 production-specific colors matching actual Lego bricks.

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Phasmophobia, the popular ghosthunting sim from Kinetic Games, is being turned into a horror movie. The film is coming from Blumhouse, a production company that has made a great number of horror movies in recent years, including Five Nights at Freddy's, Paranormal Activity, The Purge, and Insidious, among many more. James Wan's company, Atomic Monster, is also attached to the project.

The game studio's director and lead developer, Daniel Knight, said in a press release that the team is "thrilled" to announce the movie is in the works. "We never could’ve imagined the incredible heights this game would reach when it launched five years ago, and we’re so thankful to our amazing community for the lasting impact Phasmophobia has had in the gaming space and beyond," Knight continued. "Working with Blumhouse and Atomic Monster marks an incredible new chapter for the game, and we can’t wait to share more as the project develops."

Phasmophobia launched as a Steam Early Access game in 2020 and quickly became a hit for friend groups looking for a fun (and terrifying) co-op game during the pandemic. It's gone on to sell more than 22 million copies, and last year debuted on Xbox and PlayStation.

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Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree Manga

Vol. 1-5 are available now, Vol. 6-7 are up for preorder.

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With the recent launch of Elden Ring Nightreign bringing a new co-op spin on From Software's popular action RPG, some fans may be looking to revisit the setting of the original Elden Ring, the Lands Between. Luckily, a new volume of the official Elden Ring manga, The Road to the Erdtree Vol. 5, recently launched and is discounted to just $10.30 for a limited time. If you're already caught up, you can also preorder Volume 6 (releases July 22) and Volume 7 (releases October 28) for $13 apiece at Amazon--or, if you're new to the series and looking to start from the beginning, you can also grab the first four volumes, all of which are discounted at Amazon.

Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree Manga Vol. 1-5 are available now, Vol. 6-7 are up for preorder.

While Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree is set in the same dark fantasy world and features many of the same characters as the video game, it's also a more humorous take on the epic adventure, following a lone Tarnished named Aseo on a quest to become Elden Lord.

Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree:

• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 1 -- $11.70 ($13)
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 2 -- $11.70 ($13)
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 3 -- $10.30 ($13)
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 4 -- $10.30 ($13)
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 5 -- $10.30 ($13)
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 6 -- $13 | Releases July 22
• Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree, Vol. 7 -- $13 | Releases October 28

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If you like Elden Ring, chances are you're probably a fan of From Software's other "Soulborne" games, many of which have their own books to check out.

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Over the last few years, many of Disney and Pixar's most popular films have been adapted to manga. Some retell the events of fan-favorite movies like Toy Story and Wall-E, while others offer all-new stories based on animated classics such as Lilo & Stitch, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Alice In Wonderland, and many more. To help you track them all down, we've compiled a list of all the Disney manga below. Many are available now, while others are launching over the coming months.

Disney Manga: The Pixar Collection $35 | Releases June 24

The upcoming Disney Manga: The Pixar Collection box set includes the manga adaptations of Toy Story, Toy Story 2, Finding Nemo, Wall-E, and Monsters Inc. It releases on June 24 and is available to preorder for $35 at Amazon.

Preorder at Amazon Toy Story Manga: 30th Anniversary Edition $20 | Releases August 19

There are also standalone deluxe editions of the Pixar manga featured in the upcoming Pixar Collection. This includes the Toy Story 30th Anniversary Edition, which collects the Toy Story 1 and 2 manga into a single hardcover volume and features a forward by Shawn P. Krause, who served as an animator and layout artist on the original Toy Story movie.

Library Editions of Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Wall-E, and Monsters Inc. manga are also launching soon on August 1. These feature sturdy hardcover binding and higher printing quality compared to the paperback editions.

Disney Manga: Library Editions

• Finding Nemo Library Edition (hardcover) -- $35.64 | Releases August 1
• Monsters Inc. Library Edition (hardcover) - $35.64 | Releases August 1
• Toy Story Library Edition (hardcover) - $35.64 | Releases August 1
• Wall-E Library Edition (hardcover) - $35.64 | Releases August 1

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Several Pixar manga are also available, including paperback and special editions of the titles listed above, and others like Turning Red. Here's a round up of all the Pixar manga releases and preorders available now.

All Pixar Manga:

• Pixar's Finding Nemo (paperback) -- $10 ($15)
• Pixar's Finding Nemo Library Edition -- $35.64 |
• Pixar's Monsters Inc. (paperback) -- $11 ($15)
• Pixar's Monsters Inc. Library Edition -- $35.64 | Releases August 1
• Pixar's Wall-E (paperback) -- $11 ($15)
• Pixar's Wall-E Library Edition -- $35.64 | Releases August 1
• The Pixar Collection Box Set -- $35 | Releases June 24
• Toy Story the Manga: 30th Anniversary Edition (hardcover) -- $20 | Releases August 19
• Toy Story the Manga: Collector's Edition -- $12.60 ($15)
• Toy Story the Manga: Library Edition (hardcover) -- $35.64 | Releases August 1
• Turning Red: 4 Town 4 Real the Manga -- $11.30 ($15)

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Moving onto Disney's own original IP, several of the company's most popular adventures have also received manga adaptations, including multiple books based on Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. You'll also find an upcoming reprint of the Alice in Wonderland manga, which originally launched back in 2016, and numerous other books based on Pirates of the Caribbean, Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, and many more. Check them all out in the list below.

All Disney Manga:

• Alice in Wonderland: The Manga -- $17 | Releases August 12
• Beauty and the Beast: Beast's Tale -- $12.78 ($20)
• Beauty and the Beast: Belle's Tale -- $11
• Cruella: Black, White, and Red -- $9 ($15)
• Donald Duck Visits Japan -- $12 ($13)
• Frozen 2: The Manga -- $11 ($15)
• Nightmare Before Christmas (black and white, paperback) -- $10 ($11)
• Nightmare Before Christmas (Full-Color Manga, paperback) -- $16 ($20)
• Nightmare Before Christmas (Full-Color Manga, hardcover) -- $25 | Releases August 5
• Nightmare Before Christmas: The Battle for Pumpkin King -- $10 ($16)
• Nightmare Before Christmas: Mirror Moon -- $12.60 ($16)
• Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey (hardcover) -- $25 ($50)
• Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey (paperback) -- $13.69 ($20)
• Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest -- $13
• Pirates of the Caribbean - At World's End -- $13
• Pirates of the Caribbean - The Adventures of Jack Sparrow -- $12.61
• The Aristocats: Miriya and Marie -- $13
• The Princess and the Frog -- $11

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With a live-action film on the way, now is also a great time to stock up on manga starring Stitch, the lovable alien superweapon. Stitch has proven to be extremely popular as a manga character, and you can pick up several titles right now that follow the chaos-loving fuzzball as he explores new lands and even different time periods.

Be sure to also check out all of the Lilo and Stitch books and graphic novels for even more literature featuring the lovable alien.

Lilo & Stitch Manga:

• Disney Manga: Magical Dance Volume 1 -- $11
• Stitch! Best Food Forever -- $13 | Releases October 21
• Stitch! Best Friends Forever -- $10.22 ($11)
• Stitch! The Manga Collection -- $12 ($15)
• Stitch! Volume 1 -- $9.68 ($11)
• Stitch! Volume 2 -- $11
• Stitch and the Samurai: The Complete Collection (hardcover) -- $20.45 ($22)
• Stitch and the Samurai: The Complete Collection (paperback) -- $17.33 ($20)
• Stitch and the Samurai: Volume 1 -- $8 ($11)
• Stitch and the Samurai: Volume 2 -- $8.69 ($11)
• Stitch and the Samurai: Volume 3 -- $8.29 ($11)

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Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse

$12.80 (was $20)

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Followers of the Cult of the Lamb can get the recently released graphic novel based on the game for cheap. Amazon has a limited-time deal that drops the price of the paperback edition of Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse to only $12.80 (was $20). Amazon has a fixed number of copies available for this price, and 10% of them had been claimed at the time of writing. The First Verse was published in December by Oni Press and collects the four-issue comic series that was successfully crowdfunded by fans via Kickstarter.

Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse $12.80 (was $20)

Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse is illustrated by Eisner Award–nominated artist Troy Little, colored by Nick Filardi, and written by Alex Paknadel. The cover art, which matches the first issue of the comics, was created by Carles Dalmau.

Just like the game, the comic books have a delightfully macabre sense of humor and terrific art to match a story that touches upon several ideas seen in the source material.

Here's the official description from Oni Press:

"In a land pervaded by cruelty and evil, the most innocent among us--young Lamb--was selected to become a noble sacrifice. Their death would be the magical rite that would forever seal the darkest of the Old Gods out of our realm and usher in a new age of bounty. So Lamb died, but then they made a deal of their own. At the crossroads of eternity, Lamb was met by the imprisoned deity known as the One Who Waits, who revealed the falsehoods and distortions of the false prophets who rule the world and the Old Faith. And so, Lamb was given a choice: Enter oblivion as intended, or return to the land of living with unholy powers and deliver a new cult unto the Earth."

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The First Verse is also available in digital format for Kindle for $13.73 (was $20). Alternatively, you can buy each issue individually for $5, though you'll wind up spending $20 to read the whole arc.

• Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse (Issues 1-4, Paperback) -- $12.80 ($20)
• Cult of the Lamb: The First Verse (Issues 1-4, Digital) -- $13.73 ($20)
• Cult of the Lamb No. 1 -- $5
• Cult of the Lamb No. 2 -- $5
• Cult of the Lamb No. 3 -- $5
• Cult of the Lamb No. 4 -- $5

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If you’re interested in bringing the adrenaline-pumping antics of Mario Kart off the screen and into your home, you’ll be glad to know there’s a long list of Hot Wheels products inspired by the hit Nintendo series. Not only can you snag a bunch of die-cast karts, but several tracks are up for grabs, too. Whether you’re interested in displaying a single Hot Wheels Mario Kart on your desk or building up a playset for a young kart racing fan, there’s bound to be something in the collection that catches your eye.

These products have proven to be quite popular, and not all of them remain in stock. Below you’ll find a roundup of all the best Hot Wheels Mario Kart products that are still available for purchase. Keep in mind pricing and inventory will fluctuate--so check them out soon if you’re eager to add one to your collection.

Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Amazon Exclusive) $24

Sold only at Amazon, this 4-pack gets you die-cast racers for Mario, Luigi, Bowser, and an Amazon-exclusive Black Yoshi. All four are 1:64 scale figures.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Glider Vehicle 8-Pack (Target Exclusive) $54

Target also offers an exclusive Mario Kart Hot Wheels pack that includes Mario, Bowser, Red Yoshi, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, Toad, and Shy Guy racers. The Mario, Bowser, and Red Yoshi figures also feature glider attachments.

See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Random Selection) $17.59 (was $22)

This 4-pack includes 1:64 scale diecast vehicles, though the models you get may vary. Some of the characters advertised include Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong, Dry Bones, Bowser, and Shy Guy, so there are plenty of cool options up for grabs.

See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Waluigi, Toad, Blue Yoshi, Diddy Kong) $27.11

Diddy Kong is the main attraction here, as this set marks is first appearance in the Mach-8 vehicle. You’ll also get the lovable Toad and Waluigi, plus a Blue Yoshi in a matching blue kart.

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Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Rosalina make up this 4-pack. The first two are equipped with pastel-colored karts, while Mario sits in a flashy red and black kart. Luigi, meanwhile, gets a cool white and red model.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Mario, Bowser, Luigi, Bowser Jr) $23.60

Split down the middle between good guys and bad guys, this 4-pack offers some pretty cool karts. Bowser Jr is racing in his Flame Flyer vehicle, featuring yellow flames and a bright green coat of paint. The Luigi model looks pretty great, too, in his standard green kart.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Yoshi, Peach, Mario, Orange Shy Guy) $25

Snag the flashy Orange Shy Guy with this 4-pack, which also comes bundled with Yoshi, Peach, and Mario. Shy Guy is paired with a standard kart in a matching orange, while the three others get specialty karts that are a bit more eye-catching.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Tanooki Mario, Cat Peach, Toad, Toadette) $25

This is one of the most unique 4-packs, as it gets you the hilarious Tanooki Mario and Cat Peach drivers. There’s also karts for Toad and Toadette--so if you’re a fan of the little mushroom-shaped heroes, it’s a fun pack to pick up.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 4-Pack (Jungle Kingdom) $29

Inspired by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this set gets you Donkey Kong, Toad, and Mario karts. Peach, meanwhile, is sporting a white and pink motorcycle.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: 3-Pack (Tanooki Mario, Peach, Bowser) $33

Catch some air with this 3-pack featuring Tanooki Mario, Peach, and Bowser. This pack is a bit more expensive than most of the 4-packs, but if you like the idea of having gliders for your karts, it’s one of the few options on the market.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Rainbow Road Track $150

It’s not cheap--but this might be one of the coolest Hot Wheels tracks you can buy. Stretching for eight feet and featuring five lanes, you can send your karts down the iconic (and horribly difficult) Rainbow Road. It can be configured in two different ways for added versatility, and it’s paired with karts for King Boo and Mario. It’s also equipped with a finish line that depicts the winning lane and is built with additional sound effects and functioning lights. This set is exclusive to Target.

See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Bowser’s Castle Track $65

Another Target exclusive, this time a bit more affordable. Featuring two loops and a wind-up Bowser statue that slams down his fists, it’s a unique course for racers. Slam launchers mean you can send your Hot Wheels flying down their loops at ultra-fast speeds, and it’s bundled with Blue Yoshi Hot Wheels.

See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Circuit Lite Track $99

Featuring slam launchers, loops that send your karts into an upside-down spiral, and an included Mario Hot Wheels, it’s a fun choice for young fans. You’ll find a bunch of other bonuses throughout the track, including décor for coins, Goombas, and mushrooms.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Jungle Kingdom Track $28

Inspired by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this set lets you send karts soaring through a “waterfall.” There’s also a broken loop and a few twists and turns, making it a pretty acrobatic track for just $28. It’s bundled with a Mario Hot Wheels.

See at Walmart See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Thwomp Ruins Track $24

Send your Hot Wheels flying toward Thwomp--time it right, and you’ll loop around the course. Along with the small track, you’ll get a bonus Luigi Kart. It’s one of the most affordable Mario Kart tracks, so be sure to give it a look.

See at Walmart See at Target Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Piranha Plant Slide Track $23

This small loop has you navigating a large Piranha Plant that dives down toward passing karts. It’s a pretty simple track, but with a bundled Yoshi Kart and a great low price, it’s a nice option for frugal shoppers.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Chain Chomp Track $30

Featuring a mushroom slam launcher, a spinning chain chomp, and a track with a massive jump, this is a pretty cool course that doesn’t take up much space. Time the launch right, and you’ll loop around the course. Time it wrong, and Chain Chomp will send your kart sailing. A Donkey Kong Kart is included.

See at Amazon Hot Wheels Mario Kart: Boo’s Spooky Sprint Track $29

Boo is haunting this course, and you’ll have to jump over them to successful complete the circuit. After winding up the obstacle with a built-in handle, Boo will automatically move around the course, making this a fun interactive set. A Shy Guy Kart is included.

See at Amazon Individual Hot Wheels Mario Karts

Just want to pick up a single Mario Kart? There are plenty to choose from--here’s a look at our favorites.

• Baby Luigi -- $15 ($17)
• Baby Mario -- $12 ($12.61)
• Baby Peach -- $16 ($20)
• Bowser -- $17
• Bowser Jr -- $15.50
• Diddy Kong -- $9.80 ($15)
• Donkey Kong -- $11.80
• Luigi -- $12.68
• Mario -- $13 ($19)
• Tanooki Mario -- $10 ($16)
• Princess Daisy -- $19
• Shy Guy (Light Blue) -- $17
• Waluigi -- $25
• Wario -- $15.88 ($17)
• Yoshi (Blue) -- $15.29 ($18.66)
• Yoshi (Red) -- $16 ($20)

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Atomfall’s DLC, called the Wicked Isle expansion, is out today. With it comes a strange new location called Midsummer Island and weird enemy factions. There are even a few strong leads that, once completed, it could unlock new endings for the main game. Essentially, the Wicked Isle DLC should be able to entice fans to return to Atomfall. The same goes for new players, given how easy it is to start their journey towards Midsummer Island.

How to start the Atomfall DLC, Wicked Isle

The first thing you’ll want to do is get to Wyndham Village. If you’ve been playing for some time, then you’ll most likely know the different routes/shortcuts to the village. For new players, it’s a quick jaunt through Slatten Dale. As soon as you leave the bunker where the game starts, you’ll want to make your way north by northeast. Head past the raider camps, over the river, towards the train tracks.

Entrance to Wydham Village from within Slatten Dale

Keep going until you see a large metal door and hear a loudspeaker warning travelers about being on their best behavior when entering Wyndham. If you end up getting lost--maybe after being chased by a bandit or two--just place a marker on the map at these coordinates: 29.0E, 79.4N. You can’t miss it!

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Diablo 4 is turning two, and Blizzard is celebrating by letting players spend their mountains of unused gold on new cosmetics.

From June 3-17, a new Anniversary Reliquary event will be live, and unlike the game's recently overhauled seasonal battle pass (now called Reliquaries) or recent Berserk crossover, it won't require players to grind out a special currency or earn unlock tokens. Instead, players can simply use their gold to buy these cosmetics--a rarity in Diablo 4 where cosmetics are almost exclusively earned from dropped items, gained through reputation reward tracks, or purchased with Platinum, the game's premium currency, from the in-game shop.

As for the cosmetics, there will be a two-handed sword, polearm, bow, and one-handed sword available, as well as the Sunflame Lantern and Burning Dawn Banner mount trophies. Unlocking all of the cosmetics will grant players one final reward in the form of the Burning Dawn mount armor.

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