Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - Ultima Limited Edition

$100 | Includes base game, $74 worth of DLC, and a steelbook case.

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Warhammer 40,000 fans have no shortage of games to choose from these days, but right now, one of the very best in the franchise is easily Space Marine 2. The sequel earned positive reviews and a dedicated fanbase when it launched last year, and one year later, it's getting a new limited edition with a bunch of DLC and a stylish steelbook case. Priced at $100 and available to preorder now, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Ultima Limited Edition will be released on November 18 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The steelbook case features artwork of an Ultramarine statue in white marble and gold accents on the front and a chiselled Tyranid enemy on the rear, exclusive to this release.

The Ultimate Limited Edition offers solid value, as it includes Season Pass 1, Season Pass 2, and the Macragge's Chosen DLC. For reference, the Season Pass 1 + 2 bundle retails for $70 on the PlayStation and Xbox Stores. Each Season Pass includes a collection of armor, weapons, and Champion cosmetics based on various Space Marine chapters, and it can be used in the game's PvP and PvE modes. Space Marine 2's standard edition retails for $70, though you can find it for around $50 at Amazon. At the moment, the Ultimate Limited Edition saves you upward of $40.

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Battlefield 2042’s recently released “Road to Battlefield 6” battle pass has proven to be a popular addition. Given it offers multiple cosmetic items for the upcoming Battlefield 6, a boost in active players makes sense. And with a more active community now playing the game, EA has announced that a small hotfix update is coming tomorrow, September 9.

The main issue seemed to be based on progression. Some of the weekly missions involving the M1 Garand, for instance, weren’t tracking correctly in All Out Warfare. Some players also felt that the grind to unlock the free cosmetics was a bit much. This has led to a Tier Skip function--a feature that, depending on who you’re talking to, presents its own set of issues--allowing players to pay to advance through the ranks. The hotfix also addresses some weapon/gadget balancing, fixed a Playercard issue, and updated the Team Deathmatch playlist.

The “Road to Battlefield 6” battle pass lasts until October 7. Fans still have time to work their way through the pass ahead of the game’s October 10 launch; tomorrow’s patch should make hitting Tier 60 that much easier.

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Battlefield 6 isn't out for another month, but a leaked gameplay clip from a recent Battlefield Labs playtest has revealed the return of a fan-favorite feature from Battlefield 1--dirt and mud buildup on weapons.

As seen on the Battlefield subreddit, an uploaded gameplay clip from user Ter-Lee-Comedy of a recent Battlefield Labs playtest shows players' guns will once again become covered in mud, blood, and grime over the course of a battle. The feature was first added in Battlefield 1 and its sequel Battlefield V, but was not included in 2021's Battlefield 2042.

Like BF1 mud and dirt accumulate on our weapons again.
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In addition to the video clip, Ter-Lee-Comedy also posted a before-and-after comparison screenshot of a pristine weapon as shown in the Battlefield 6 open beta compared to one covered in grime from a more recent playtest.

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Lego Star Wars: Gingerbread AT-AT Walker (697 pieces)

$60 | Releases October 1

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While the phrase "Holiday-themed Star Wars release" might bring up unpleasant memories of the Star Wars Christmas Special, this upcoming Lego Star Wars Gingerbread AT-AT Walker looks like it'll be a much more enjoyable way to add some Star Wars flavor to your festivities. Fans will be able to grab the $60 set starting October 1. While preorders are not available, you can wishlist the Lego Star Wars Gingerbread AT-AT Walker at Lego's online store to be notified once it's available--which is probably a wise decision, since we expect this to be a very popular release.

Lego Star Wars: Gingerbread AT-AT Walker (697 pieces) $60 | Releases October 1

The 697-piece Gingerbread AT-AT Walker stands over 7.5 inches tall and is adorned with holiday lights, candy canes, and trimming designed to look like icing--just like a gingerbread house. Just about every inch of the walker has received a holiday makeover, including the Darth Vader minifigure--which appears to be made out of gingerbread and is equipped with a candy cane and cake.

A few interactive elements are scattered throughout the build, such as a side wall that opens to reveal a fireplace, table, stockings, and a pile of gifts. The legs of the AT-AT are also posable, and the cockpit can be opened and is large enough to seat a minifigure.

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If you want to pick up more holiday-themed Star Wars gear, the Star Wars Advent Calendar is on sale at Walmart and Amazon right now. Typically $45, you can pick it up for just $38. It comes with 24 Lego toys for you to pose or play with, including C-3PO, BB-8, and more. A bunch of other Lego Advent Calendars are up for grabs, including those inspired by Minecraft, Disney, and Friends.

Plenty of non-holiday Lego Star Wars sets are on sale thanks to Walmart's massive Bricktember Event, offering steep discounts on all sorts of Lego sets through the end of the month. The deals include the Lego Star Wars: Clone Wars & Mandalorian Gift Set, which is discounted to $45 (was $63) at Walmart. This 423-piece collection lets you build three different sets--the Clone Trooper & Battle Droid Battle Pack, Ambush on Mandalore Battle Pack, or Captain Rex's Y-Wing Microfighter--and comes with a long list of minifigures. Many of the Bricktember deals are bundles that include two Lego sets at a discount, such as the UCS AT-ST and Darth Vader's Helmet Bundle for $210 (was $280) or the Darth Maul Mech & Sith Infiltrator Starship 2-in-1 Bundle for $62 (was $88). You can also pair the Kylo Ren's Helmet model with Darth Vader's Helmet for $99 (normally $150) or the Command Shuttle vehicle set for $98 (normally $140).

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