Mario sports and racing games bring out the weirdest behaviors from the Mushroom Kingdom's zany characters, and Waluigi is a prime example of this. The animation team for Mario Kart World must have had a field day with Luigi's lanky nemesis, as displayed by video footage of a Mario Kart World demo capturing something that might be easy to miss during gameplay.

In a video on X posted by user Mr. Duby, Waluigi gets a Coin Block item, which grants the player coins upon hitting it. But as seen in the video, Waluigi makes the unconventional decision to kick the Coin Block upwards.

Waluigi hits coin blocks with his FOOT?! pic.twitter.com/MK6jYW5zNv

— Mr. Duby (@misterduby) May 29, 2025

It's a rather impractical, yet impressively flexible move. Say anything you want about Waluigi, but he's anything but boring. Traditionally, Mario and friends hit coin blocks with their fists, but Waluigi seems to want to go out of his way to showcase his impressive limberness.

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Former Rockstar developer Leslie Benzies is launching a new game, MindsEye, in June. Naturally, people are connecting the game to GTA, which Benzies worked on while at Rockstar. Benzies has now reacted to the phenomenon of people comparing MindsEye to GTA, saying it only makes sense, but also asking fans to judge MindsEye for what it is.

"There's always comparisons, and I think that's how humans work," Benzies told GI.biz. "As kids, we're taught to put a triangle into a triangular hole, and a square into a square hole. I think we do that for the rest of our lives, and we like to describe something new as 'it's X plus Y, with a bit of Z in there'. It makes things easy for us. It's maybe humans optimizing the way we communicate."

These comparisons serve MindsEye and developer Build a Rocket Boy well in some respects and poorly in others, he said. To make his point, Benzies recalled a quote from musician Dave Grohl who said when he formed Foo Fighters that no one cared about the new band; they only cared about Grohl's previous band, Nirvana.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Season 4 is now live, and fans have quickly noticed new in-game advertisements pushing players to buy its premium battle pass, bundles, and weapon blueprints.

As part of the Season 4 update and highlighted by Charlie Intel on X, advertisements for the battle pass and other bundles now appear when creating a class (probably the menu players spend the most time in) and on the game's Events tab. Additionally, advertisements for weapon blueprint bundles now appear in the weapon select menu--a constant reminder of what players might be missing.

Why these ads were added four seasons into Black Ops 6 instead of earlier (or preferably never) is unclear, but it's easy to see why players aren't exactly thrilled about them. For starters, it's not like the battle pass isn't already featured very prominently, as it has its own dedicated menu tab and there are frequent reminders for players to claim rewards and upgrade to the premium version.

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HBO's The Last of Us is a big success, and part of the reason why is the efforts undertaken by showrunner, writer, and producer Craig Mazin. Given the immense popularity and critical reception to the show, some might wonder if Mazin would want to take on another video game adaptation next. He doesn't. But if he did, he joked that GTA 6 or Candy Crush could be good fodder.

Speaking to Scifi Now, Mazin said he is "never going to" adapt another video game, saying The Last of Us is "my video game swangsong." But if he were to give it a shot, he said he'd be "tempted" to try to adapt GTA 6 as a TV show because "I'm a masochist and I just think that would be like 19 seasons of TV."

"But then also part of me thinks, 'Oh, no, don't do that. Do something else. That's almost no story at all. Go ahead and try and do Candy Crush…!'" he added.

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Rebellion Developments has revealed the release date for Atomfall’s Wicked Isle Expansion. Dropping June 3, this story-based DLC will send players to a new location called Midsummer Island. Once there, they’ll have to contend with new enemy factions--including infected druids who use severed heads like lanterns--strange fauna, and more while exploring story threads that could lead to alternate endings for the main game.

Midsummer Island will seemingly be a tough place to explore thanks to its close proximity to the Windscale Nuclear Plant; the level of infection is higher there than Atomfall’s other environments. Thankfully, fans won’t be thrown to the radioactive wolves without some form of help. New weapons like the Blunderbuss shotgun will be available on the island. There will also be new skills to unlock, items to craft, and an upgraded metal detector to find. Essentially, players should have enough tools to stave off death for a long as possible.

Atomfall has proven to be quite the survival game. Featuring an interesting mission structure, challenging combat, and unique RPG elements, it easily stands out amongst the genre’s best. That said, given the conclusive nature of its campaign, the Wicked Isle Expansion significantly increases the prospect of venturing back into its post-apocalyptic environments.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt celebrates its 10th anniversary this month, and to mark the occasion, CD Projekt Red has announced that the RPG is getting a major new feature. Cross-platform mod support is coming to the game's PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S versions later this year. Mods have been available on PC for a long time, but this is the first time they're coming to console.

"For the first time, creating, sharing, and enjoying mods for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be easier and more accessible than ever," the developer said.

A FAQ about this has more details, like how this is a free service provided by mod.io. As such, players will need to have or create a mod.io account and link it to their CD Projekt Red account to use cross-platform mods, at least on console. Existing modding services on PC will remain supported. PC players will not need to use mod.io to upload or download mods for The Witcher 3.

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People love to categorize games. It used to be pretty easy. You had your platformers, shooters, sports games, and RPGs. Then we started saying things like "metroidvania." Fast-forward to today, and burgeoning genres and new ideas led to phrases like "deckbuilder roguelite," "strand game," and "soulslike." These labels are useful to get a quick idea of what a game is, but it gets complicated when you're confronted with something like Hell is Us. I played three hours of Rogue Factor's upcoming title at a recent press event in Montreal, and I walked away thinking it defies easy categorization.

Set in the early 1990s in the fictionalized hermit nation of Hadea, players assume the role of Remi. He was born in Hadea and re-enters the country after years abroad in an effort to learn about his past and find his parents. It seems like he could have picked a better time to do this, as Hadea is currently being torn apart by both a civil war and a phenomenon called the Calamity, which has resulted in the appearance of otherworldly, violent creatures.

As Remi, players will quickly acquire tidbits of information that start to flesh out the story of what happened to his hometown and family. Conversations with NPCs frequently offer up relevant information that is tracked in Remi's datapad. The "investigation" tab of your datapad starts out very basic, with only a few broad threads to follow. Before long, those threads branch out until the investigation tab is a web of leads and mysteries. For players who love piecing together disparate events until a mystery becomes clearer, the early hours of Hell is Us should be very enticing.

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Elden Ring Rightreign, the standalone multiplayer spin-off of the popular RPG, is out now and it's already putting up impressive stats. On Steam, the game reached more than 300,000 peak concurrent users right after launch. It reached 315,593 players to become one of the top five most popular games on Steam based on player count, only surpassed by free-to-play games PUBG, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike 2.

Nightreign is also the No. 1 best-selling game right now on Steam. Player data for Xbox and PlayStation is unknown, but the game has reached reached 2 million players so far overall.

It's possible Neightreign isn't done climbing, as player counts historically peak on weekends as people have more free time for their hobbies. We'll report back with a new peak concurrent count if Nightreign breaks its current record of 313,593. The record was actually achieved on May 29, which is when the game began its global rollout.

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It will be a while before new adventures set in the worlds of The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077 land on your console, but thanks to a new book bundle deal from Humble Bundle, you can score a selection of The Witcher and Cyberpunk 2077 graphic novels and art books for cheap with The Witcher X Cyberpunk 2077 Book Bundle. The deal offers multiple pricing tiers, starting at just $1 for a collection of classic Witcher comics and up to $25 for the full 25-item bundle. Like other Humble Bundle deals, a portion of all sales is donated directly to charity, and for this bundle, Humble has partnered with the UK-based charity SpecialEffect that helps make video games more accessible for people with disabilities.

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As mentioned above, the starting $1 tier gets you The Witcher: Classic Collection, which compiles comic book short stories first published in Poland from 1993-1995 featuring wonderful art by Boguslaw Polch. This is one of the earlier adaptations of The Witcher author Andrezj Sapkowski's work, and it also includes an original story based on one Sapkowski's unused ideas.

The next tier on this deal will cost you $12, and in addition to The Witcher: Classic Collection, you'll also get three volumes of The Witcher comic series published by Dark Horse Comics and two Cyberpunk 2077 graphic novels, Cyberpunk 2077: XOXO and Cyberpunk 2077: Kickdown.

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Last year, a story broke that Microsoft was working on prototypes for an Xbox handheld console that could potentially compete with Valve's Steam Deck. However, a new report suggests that Microsoft is putting aside its ambitions for a dedicated Xbox handheld, at least for now.

According to Windows Central, Microsoft is shifting its priority away from its Xbox handheld to focus on improving the gaming performance of Windows 11 on third-party handheld devices including ASUS' Project Kennan. The report notes that Microsoft still has ambitions of releasing its own handheld and it's developing additional technology towards that goal. But for the immediate future, that's not a priority.

There have been rumors about Xbox handheld consoles for the better part of the last two decades. Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer has confirmed that there were Xbox handheld prototypes in the past, none of which made it out of development.

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Nintendo has released more images showing the graphical update Pokemon Scarlet/Violet will be getting on the Switch 2, ahead of the new console's launch next week.

The screenshots, shared as a footnote on a Nintendo blog post about Pokemon Legends ZA, show the Paldea region populated by wild Pokemon, with the update making use of the Switch 2's enhanced processing power to increase the game's draw distance.

Water Pokémon shown in the graphics update

"You can now see Pokemon from further away, making them look even more vivid," the post reads. "With improved frame rates and other features, the movement is smoother, allowing you to enjoy your adventure comfortably."

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 may not have been in the spotlight heading into 2025, but it's quickly proven to be one of this year's sleeper hits with more than 3.3 million copies sold since its release in late April. As the game has expanded to reach a wider audience, Sandfall Interactive--the developer behind the title--has received more specific requests from players including for a potential photo mode. And it sounds like that's something the devs want to see as well.

During an appearance on Final Fantasy Union, art director Nicholas Maxon fielded the question about a Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 photo mode. While answering the inquiry, he revealed that a photo mode has been requested internally as well.

"It is very high on the list of things we want to do because obviously it's requested a lot, even internally people from the team just wanting a photo," noted Maxon. "It's a lot more work than some [...] stuff, but it's definitely something that we would like to do."

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Team Folon's Fallout 4 mod, Fallout London, is one of the most impressive fan-made creations in recent memory. Now, fans of Fallout London have taken it even further with a new mod that brings the game into virtual reality.

Fallout London VR is now available on Nexus mods, and while it wasn't created by Team Folon, it builds upon that creation and allows PCVR players to experience the mod in a brand-new way. Unfortunately, it's not playable on Quest VR because Fallout 4 isn't on that platform. But as noted by Video Gamer, Quest owners who have gaming PCs can use their Quest headsets to play Fallout London VR on Windows.

While the VR mod is free, players will still need an official copy of Fallout 4 and the Fallout London mod. According to Fallout London VR's page, these are the necessary files to make it work.

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HeroQuest: The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Quest Pack

$35 | Releases August 1

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The classic dungeon-crawling fantasy board game HeroQuest is getting a new expansion on August 1. HeroQuest has received many expansions over its 35-plus year history, but The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Quest Pack has a unique hook: It was written and designed by massive tabletop RPG fan and actor Joe Manganiello (Zack Snyder's Justice League, Magic Mike, True Blood). This expansion was previously exclusive to crowdfunding backers for HeroQuest's relaunch, but soon all players will be able to embark on quests created by Manganiello.

You can preorder Joe Manganiello's The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Quest Pack at Amazon for $35. While Amazon currently lists the release date as August 1, your local game store might have copies starting July 15. To play the expansion, you will either need a copy of HeroQuest Game System or HeroQuest: First Light.

Get Base Game + Quest Pack HeroQuest: The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness Quest Pack $35 | Releases August 1

This premium version of The Crypt of Perpetual Darkness includes 10 pre-made quests created by Manganiello. According to the expansion's official description, the journey sends player into a deep underground lair in search of a hidden crypt said to contain a powerful artifact. The box includes the full 10-quest campaign, plus a new Black Dragon miniature and other additional gameplay materials to use while playing through the adventure. Everything in the quest pack features stylish new art and graphic design to match the atmosphere of the new dungeon-crawling storyline. Here's a look at everything included:

• Questbook with 10 pre-made quests from Joe Manganiello
• 1 metallic Black Dragon miniature
• 8 black dice
• 1 pad of character sheets
• 20 foil-embellished game cards
• 2 cardboard tile sheets

Like with other HeroQuest expansions, you can also use these pieces to create your own custom quests and dungeons beyond the campaign included in the box.

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Earlier this month, A24 announced that it will bring Elden Ring to the big screen as a live-action movie. Now, the first actor circling a role in the film is reportedly Kit Connor, who recently had a leading part in A24's Warfare.

As reported by Deadline, Connor has not closed his deal with A24 and it's unclear how far the negotiations have progressed. If the contract is agreed upon, Connor will reunite with his Warfare director Alex Garland, who is writing and directing Elden Ring. The report notes that scheduling the film to accommodate Connor and Garland may be a challenge, but both of them "want this to happen."

The closest thing that Connor has had to a video game movie in the past is a small part in Ready Player One. He has since gone on to larger roles in Rocketman, The Wild Robot, His Dark Materials, and the Netflx original series Heartstopper. Garland established himself as an author before moving to screenwriting with 28 Days Later, Sunshine, and Dredd. He later broke out a director with Ex Machina, Annihilation, and Civil War.

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Kirby: Art and Style Collection

$17.48 (was $30)

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This year, everyone's favorite pink blob, Kirby, is turning 30. He might not be as popular as Mario, but Kirby and his games have nevertheless made a huge impact on the video game industry, especially for 2D platformers. If you're interested in exploring his three-decade career, you can grab the terrific book Kirby: Art and Style Collection for just $17.48 (was $30) right now through Amazon. The hardcover volume is packed with art, behind-the-scenes development details, and more--and is well worth picking up while it's over 40% off.

Kirby: Art and Style Collection $17.48 (was $30)

Kirby: Art and Style Collection was originally released in 2020, but considering that Kirby has only made a handful of video game appearances in the last five years, this book is still mostly up to date. Inside, you'll find a collection of sketches, artwork, Japanese video game box art, and more pulled from the Nintendo archives. There are also exclusive notes from creators and artists who have worked on the Kirby franchise over the decades.

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If you're looking for more Kirby reading material, you can also add Kirby's manga adventures to your collection, as there are several paperback editions of the little fella's illustrated journeys. Kirby Manga Mania sees the pink puff team up with friends in this officially licensed series by mangaka Hirokazu Hikawa.

Kirby Manga Mania Deals

• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 1 -- $11.15 ($12)
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• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 4 -- $10 ($12)
• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 5 -- $9.29 ($12)
• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 6 -- $8.50 ($10)
• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 7 -- $11.15 ($12)
• Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 8 -- $12 | Releases July 8

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If you're looking to build a grand collection of Nintendo art and lore books, there's a lot to choose from currently. Over in Hyrule, The Legend of Zelda series has been the focus of multiple books, and most of them are currently on sale, including the Deluxe Edition of The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia for $51.16 (was $90). And with Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom getting updates for the Switch 2 on June 5, it's a good excuse to grab the guidebooks for both games, too.

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The Peppa Pig family recently grew a bit larger with the arrival of Evie, an adorable new piglet that’s already become a fan favorite. Peppa Pig is one of the biggest animated shows on the market, with a YouTube channel just shy of a staggering 40 million subscribers, and the arrival of Evie is expected to drive up viewership even more. If you or your kids are looking to add Evie to your own home, a bunch of charming merchandise is now available for preorder exclusively at Walmart. We've already seen at least one product go out of stock, so it's worth grabbing these new releases soon.

See all Peppa Pig Evie merch at Walmart Baby Evie Interactive Baby Doll $25 | Releases June 1

The Evie Interactive Baby Doll sold out fast, though you can still sign up to be notified when inventory is replenished. Standing 11 inches tall and capable of playing 20 different sound effects, it makes for a fun kid’s toy. The doll comes with several accessories, including a pacifier, baby bottle, blanket, and play mat.

Preorder at Walmart Family of Five Poseable Figures $13 | Releases June 1

This collection features figures Daddy, Mummy, George, and Peppa, plus a baby carrier accessory with Evie that attaches to either Daddy or Mummy. All four figures feature interlocking hands.

Preorder at Walmart Peppa’s Big Family House $50 | Releases June 1

This massive playset features 16 different pieces and spans 7 distinct rooms. Tiny Peppa, George, and Evie figures are included, and you’ll find a sticker sheet giving you additional ways to customize the home. All the accessories fit inside the home, too, so you can neatly store everything when not in use.

Preorder at Walmart Peppa’s Big Family Car $20 | Releases June 1

If you’d rather not drop $50 on a playset, check out Peppa’s Big Family Car. It’s not quite as big as the Family House, but it does come with figures for Baby Evie and Peppa, and there’s space for all the figures in the Family of Five Poseable Set above. Along with doors and trunks that open, it comes with accessories like a suitcase and a car seat.

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Elden Ring Nightreign features a number of different classes to choose from as you and a couple of friends go up against the Night Lords. The Raider is a heavy character, best used with large weapons, like battle axes. Despite his large size, he is not exactly a tank like the Guardian class, but he can take quite a bit of damage.

The Raider is best if you enjoy using slow-but-hard-hitting weapons. He pairs well with Ironeye, as breaking Ironeye's Marking ability deals a ton of damage. This guide covers the Raider's abilities, along with some Relic types that work well. Be sure to also check out our look at the best Elden Ring Nightreign classes and our Elden Ring Nightreign guides hub.

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How the Raider Class works in Elden Ring NightreignThe Raider excels with heavy weapons, but swings them real slow.

The Raider is all about Strength, which is really the only attribute he has going for him. That makes two-handed weapons, although you will want to dual wield them, his primary go-to, which can make using him a bit difficult. Nightreign moves quickly, and the Raider moves slowly, with slow weapon swings. He also is lacking in Stamina, limiting the frequency of his attacks, making it even slower to deal damage as the Raider. With attentive teammates and at least one other melee attacker, the Raider works well.

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The Ironeye class in Elden Ring Nightreign is the archer of the group, focused on dealing ranged damage. Armed with a bow, Ironeye is one of the few characters that can stand back to deal damage, making him extremely useful in tough boss fights. The Ironeye also has the best ability in the game, making him one of the S-Tier classes on our Elden Ring Nightreign classes tier list.

Picking the right class for your playstyle or the best class to fit with your teammates' choices can be tough. With Elden Ring Nightreign being so challenging, it's hard to just pick up a class and figure it out. This guide covers all of the Ironeye's abilities, as well as the kind of Relics you should be on the lookout for. For more, check out GameSpot's Elden Ring Nightreign guides hub.

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How the Ironeye class works in Elden Ring NightreignIroneye's Marking ability creates a red X on enemies, which deals extra damage if broken.

The Ironeye class excels with bows and other Dexterity focused weapons, like Claws, although you will want to stick with a ranged weapon when possible. While the base damage of Ironeye isn't great, you will want to avoid greatbows, which are too slow to use in Elden Ring Nightreign outside of special circumstances. The ranged weaponry allows you to deal damage while an enemy is focused on one of your teammates, and you can revive people from a safe distance. Ironeye can also mark enemies, which deals a ton of additional damage and makes up for the weak main attacks.

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Every story needs a heroic figure, and Elden Ring Nightreign's might be the Guardian class. The Pinionfolk knight is one of the first faces you'll see at the Roundtable Hold, and for good reason. The character can not only be a damage powerhouse, but also an excellent frontrunner in terms of defense and abilities to help his teammates.

There are multiple characters to pick, and it can't be hard to decide on one in the heat of matchmaking, especially if somebody else calls dibs on your favorite. As such, being knowledgeable of the strengths and weaknesses of each will be beneficial in the short to long run. This guide covers everything you need to know about the Guardian class in Elden Ring Nightreign, from its attributes and abilities to the best relics. Be sure to also check out our look at the best Elden Ring Nightreign classes.

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How the Guardian class works in Elden Ring Nightreign

In Elden Ring Nightreign, the Guardian class' attributes are balanced toward HP and stamina, excelling at the former. He also has decent strength, while everything else should be a no-no from a prioritization perspective. If you're the type of player who prefers to play the role of a tank in multiplayer games, the aptly named Guardian is a great choice.

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