The newest Skate game is now available for all players in early access, and while it is free-to-play, that doesn't mean every piece of content is unlocked for free. Skate includes an in-game shop, where you can spend two different types of currency to acquire various cosmetics for your skateboard and character.

The in-game shop in Skate isn't set up in the most user-friendly way, so we're here to break down how to navigate the shop with the game's two currencies. Below, you can see what these currencies are, how they're earned in Skate, and what you can unlock with each type.

How to make money in Skate

The two currency types in Skate are: San Van Bucks and Rip Chips. San Van Bucks have a pink bird icon, while Rip Chips have an orange hexagon icon. You can view how much of each currency you have by going to the main menu while in a Skate lobby and tabbing over to the "Store" section, which is the last section on the right in the tab bar at the top of the screen.

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Borderlands 4 boss Randy Pitchford is encouraging people to request refunds if they aren't enjoying the newly launched game, and now one publisher known for being cheeky has weighed in and offered up an alternative.

Devolver Digital said anyone who gets a refund for Borderlands 4 can spend that money on one of its games, Mycopunk, which launched in July and costs $15. The game bears some stylistic resemblances to Borderlands 4, and, like that game, is also a co-op shooter set on an alien planet.

Hey, between you and me - if you do refund Borderlands 4 and "play a different game" please know that Mycopunk is just $15. pic.twitter.com/0Dc7sZFsha

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) September 16, 2025

Devolver is known for capitalizing on wider games industry talking points to promote its own games. For example, the publisher has maintained that it will intentionally launch a game the same day as GTA 6, something the company re-committed to after GTA 6 was delayed to May 2026.

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During last week's Nintendo Direct, Square Enix surprised Dragon Quest fans with Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, a remake of the classic PlayStation RPG from the year 2000. It seems Square Enix was not done with the surprise Dragon Quest reveals, as today the company announced Dragon Quest Smash/Grow, a roguelite RPG for mobile devices that will enter a closed beta test next month.

Dragon Quest Smash/Grow tasks players with fighting hordes of enemies at once, "smashing" through their ranks in order to "grow" their characters with experience and loot. Once powerful enough, players can then unleash powerful Coup de Grace attacks in order to finish the enemy armies off.

The roguelite mechanic in Dragon Quest Smash/Grow is called Blessings, which are chosen from randomly generated options throughout the course of a run. Each run will depend on the Blessings made available to a player throughout the adventure; as is typical with roguelite games, no two runs will feel exactly alike.

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In a surprising twist for fans of the Mario Kart franchise, it turns out that the NPCs in Mario Kart World are engaged in behaviors far more mischievous than expected. A recent video shared by Nintendo content creator and blogger Supper Mario Broth showed that NPCs in the game aren't just walking background characters; they're actually capable of stealing vehicles from one another.

The now-viral footage highlights a moment where a green Shy Guy parks a car and casually walks away. Moments later, a Toad NPC strolls over, hops into the now-abandoned vehicle, and drives off as if nothing unusual had just happened. The Shy Guy, seemingly unaware or unfazed, continues walking down the street.

In Mario Kart World, NPCs will park their cars, exit them, and walk around. However, the game does not actually keep track who each car belongs to. As such, a different NPC than the owner may drive away with a car, seemingly stealing it. pic.twitter.com/KTXsDHXwiL

— Supper Mario Broth (@MarioBrothBlog) September 16, 2025

According to Supper Mario Broth, this behavior isn't just a one-off glitch or scripted event, as they also credit another Mario blogger who captured a similar situation back in June. The video outlines several possible outcomes for NPCs who lose their vehicles. The affected NPC, like the Shy Guy, might continue walking aimlessly until the player moves far enough away for them to despawn. Alternatively, they might enter a nearby building to despawn or, in some cases, find another unattended car to steal for themselves.

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If you've played any PC or console games over the last 12 months, there's a good chance that at least one of them was a remake or a remaster. That's according to new research, which found that not only have these games been popular with the people they polled for this research, they've also been "desirable" diversions.

Specialist strategy and insights consultancy firm MTM (via GamesIndustry.Biz) polled 1,500 people--750 people each in the US and the UK--who play games regularly. "Our report shows that there is a strong appeal for remakes and remasters, but it's a tight balancing act for studios to get right," said Martin Bradley, head of gaming at MTM. "Many of these games are far out-selling their original release."

MTM also revealed that 85% of the people who played a remaster or remake in the last year had not even played the original version of the game, so this wasn't entirely a case of nostalgia guiding their choices. That being said, MTM added that nostalgia is still a powerful influence, even when gamers understand that they might be missing out on fresher and novel gameplay experiences by choosing reimagined games over newer titles.

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EA's new Skate game, the first in 15 years, launched this week and put up big numbers on Steam for its early-access release. The launch hasn't gone over totally smoothly, however, as players encountered server issues and other problems. Another issue people are reporting is a "softlock" problem that prevents people from accessing certain points in the skateboarding game.

"We've seen a lot of reports on getting softlocked in various points--the Isle of Grom Tutorial, various Missions and/or Challenges," the developer wrote in the game's forums. "The Full Circle team are working to identify the cause of the issues and get a fix out as soon as possible, but we need some info."

EA is asking people to reply to this thread if they're softlocked--which is to say, they cannot complete a mission, challenge, or the tutorial. Players should submit information like what platform they're on, what specific mission or challenge is affected, and their username.

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Mutant Football League 2 developer Digital Dreams has announced that the game will officially launch for PC and console on December 10. Originally launching in early access last year on PC--and in February 2025 on Xbox Series X|S via Game Preview--the NFL Blitz meets Evil Dead sports game is the successor to the 2017 cult-classic football game, with the franchise first kicking off in the '90s under creator Michael Mendheim.

Like EA's popular Madden series, Mutant Football League 2 is focused on the rough-and-tough sport, but it's arguably better because you can tackle the opposition so violently that they can explode into a gory cloud of pink mist. The game mixes a dark sense of humor with 8-vs-8 arcade-style action between teams of Orcs, mutants, undead skeletons, and murderous robots. To make things even more ultraviolent, each arena is packed with deadly traps and sinister hazards like buzzsaws and giant mutant worms.

Basically, if you're looking for an anti-Madden football game, this will probably appeal to you as you'll have to guide a team of rookies to the top of the Mutant Football League through its single-player season, Dynasty Supreme franchise mode, and online multiplayer.

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If you're anything like me, then you've been waiting for Little Nightmares 3 since before it was even officially announced. The game releases on October 10, but developer Supermassive Games has put a demo up on storefronts for free, and you can play it right now.

The demo will see you take control of Low and Alone in the game's first area, The Necropolis--an abandoned city in the middle of a desert. Watch out for Monster Baby as you step into Little Nightmares 3 for the first time. You can play the demo solo or with friends in online co-op, but you must be playing on the same platform as Little Nightmares 3 crossplay is not available. However, it does support cross-generation play, so if you're on a PlayStation 5, you can play with PlayStation 4 users.

None of your progress will be transferred to the full release of the game, although there doesn't appear to be an end date for the demo, so you can replay the first area as many times as you'd like to tide you through to the launch date.

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Borderlands 4 debuted with largely good reviews from critics as well as some brutally negative reviews on Steam about optimization problems with the PC port. Gearbox Studios CEO Randy Pitchford has been one of his game's most outspoken defenders, and he has disputed players' accounts about performance problems in Borderlands 4. Pitchford has also continued to be vocal on social media in the face of pushback from fans.

The majority of Pitchford's messages have included instructions and tips about how to get Borderlands 4 to perform better on PC and consoles. However, Pitchford's frustration with his fan interactions has boiled over a few times. In the post below, Pitchford suggests that a player should "get a refund from Steam if you aren't happy with it," before making an analogy: "I would not put a Ferrari engine in a monster truck and expect it to drive like a Ferrari." He also went on to offer optimization advice.

You can do whatever you want. The game is the game. Please get a refund from Steam if you aren't happy with it. You made an analogy to a vehicle. I would not put a Ferrari engine in a monster truck and expect it to drive like a Ferrari. If you tell me about your specification, I…

— Randy Pitchford (@DuvalMagic) September 16, 2025

In a later post, Pitchford noted that a patch is in the works for PS5 Pro users who are having issues with the game.

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The indie game scene may be dominated by Hollow Knight: Silksong at the moment, but it's not the only success story out there. Critical Reflex's new horror game No, I'm Not a Human has already amassed an impressive audience on Twitch in only a few days after its release.

No, I'm Not a Human has already hit a peak of over 124,000 viewers watching it at once on Twitch. So far, the game's reception on Steam has been more muted, with a current peak of 8,248 players. But this is a single-player game rather than a multiplayer title, which may be why it hasn't done as well on Steam yet.

No, I'm Not a Human was developed by a Russian studio called Trioskaz, and it takes place in near-present apocalypse as humanity can no longer survive the intense sunlight during the day. At night, people can come out, but they aren't alone. Visitors--lethal creatures who largely appear to be human--are on the prowl and looking for their next victims.

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This week, the Skate franchise returned as a free game after a 15-year hiatus. Players are currently exploring the city of San Vansterdam and discovering its secrets. One fan has already found a glitch that lets players slow their falls to a crawl as long as they're clapping on the way down.

Reddit user SurWesley shared a video demonstrating the glitch by skating off M-Corp title. To pull off this controlled descent, players need to press the emote button while bailing and keep holding on to it. According to SurWesley, the Third Eye emote can also enable a slow fall.

Clapping slows your descent
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It's possible that this glitch could be removed from Skate in a future update. But since it doesn't break the game, it could be potentially be kept as well.

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Helldivers 2's galactic war is playing out with PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S players united behind a common cause. And while the battle continues, so too does the struggle to address the bugs that have come up in the game. Arrowhead Game Studios has released a new patch for Helldivers 2, but there aren't many Super Earth-shattering issues this week.

The details for Helldivers 2 patch 01.400.002 have been shared on Steam and Discord, and most of the bugs are either crash or audio-related issues. Perhaps the most amusing bug placed Helldivers on top of cave structures while reinforcing. There are two Xbox-specific fixes, including the restoration of SDR colors to their proper brightness level and a bug that prevented players from accessing Helldivers user profiles.

Earlier this month, Helldivers 2 unleashed the Into the Unjust update, which added a lot of new content. If you're having trouble fighting the Hive Lords, we recommend using nukes and lots of them. They're pretty hard to kill if you're coming at them with anything less powerful. Helldivers 2 has also surged past 500,000 concurrent players, which may mean that the influx of players from Xbox Series X|S is increasing engagement across the board.

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After what felt like a couple of centuries in the making, EA has finally revived its classic Skate franchise with a new, free-to-play entry in the series. It's an early-access title right now, so it's fairly barebones in terms of its presentation, and the live-service aspect has sparked quite a bit of, ah, discussion among longtime fans of the series. But there is one thing that folks seem to be in agreement on with the new Skate: They nailed the feel of skating just like the original games did.

Out of the box, however, it may not feel exactly the way you remember. But there's a pretty easy solution to that problem in the game's settings, where certain "assists" are activated by default that make skating a much more forgiving experience. In addition to those must-tweak settings, we have some recommendations for other options related to custom ramps that most players will want to consider, and and audio option related to the game's narrator that could make your experience just a little less irritating in the long run. Let's take a look.

Best settings to make new Skate make feel like the old Skate

Navigate into the settings menu, then choose Gameplay, and then tab over to the Assists menu. For the true, old-school Skate experience, turn everything in the difficulty options section down. I did, however, allow myself to keep Allow Fall Height at 1, the middle option, for the sake of sick jumps.

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Next month, Splinter Cell's Sam Fisher is coming out of retirement in a new Netflix animated series, Splinter Cell: Deathwatch. While the show will feature a new story that's not adapted from the games, the latest trailer for Deathwatch reveals that one of the primary adversaries is someone with a link to Sam's past.

The previous trailer for Deathwatch had a quick glimpse of a gravestone for Douglas Shetland, who was a character in the Pandora Tomorrow and Chaos Theory games. Douglas was also one of Sam's closest friends, but when he turned against his country, Sam felt there was no other choice but to kill him.

This trailer briefly revisits the final moments of Doug's life before jumping back to his grave. Sam's decision appears to be coming back to haunt him, now that Douglas' daughter, Diana Shetland, has emerged as the CEO of Xanadu, the corporation that's pulling the strings of a new crisis.

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Shudder 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition (Blu-ray)

$102 (was $120)

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The horror-focused streaming platform Shudder is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a new Blu-ray bundle featuring some of the platform's best original films from its first decade--including fan-favorites like Light Night With The Devil, VHS/94, Skinamarink, and more. The collection also includes special features for each movie and all-new exclusive packaging. The Shudder 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition Blu-ray launches for $120 on November 11, and preorders are live now--in fact, you can even save a few dollars at Amazon, where the collection is discounted to $102.

Shudder 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition (Blu-ray) $102 (was $120)

The Shudder 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition includes Blu-ray versions of the following 10 films:

• Terrified (2018)
• The Mortuary Collection (2019)
• The Dark and the Wicked (2020)
• Host (2020)
• Mad God (2021)
• VHS/94 (2021)
• Caveat (2022)
• Skinamarink (2023)
• Late Night with the Devil (2024)
• In a Violent Nature (2024)

Each film comes on its own Blu-ray disc and features a selection of bonus materials. It's worth noting that these are the standard Blu-ray editions of each films, rather than 4K Blu-rays. All 10 Blu-rays come in a special red and black collector's case featuring book-style packaging and a unique cover logo commemorating the streaming platform's 10th anniversary. The Blu-ray set also includes a Shudder logo window decal sticker.

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While this upcoming Shudder 10th Anniversary Collection looks to be a great pick for horror fans who want to add Shudder's films to their physical Blu-ray collection, it's worth noting that many of the films included in the bundle are already available on Blu-ray, including several 4K Blu-ray editions. However, two of the films in the collection--Late Night With the Devil and In A Violent Nature--are available now in Steelbook Edition 4K Blu-rays, and the same is true for In A Violent Nature. These are some of the only Shudder films available on 4K. That said, several of the other movies in the collection are also available as standalone Blu-ray releases, including Mad God, Skinamarink, Terrified, V/H/S 99, and more. These versions are available now--which is nice if you don't feel like waiting for the 10th Anniversary Collection to release later this year.

Shudder Film Blu-rays

• Shudder 10th Anniverasry Collection (Blu-ray) -- $102 ($120) | Releases November 11
• Caveat (Blu-ray)-- $29
• The Dark and The Wicked (Blu-ray)-- $12.43 ($29)
• Host (Blu-ray)-- $8.49 ($15)
• In a Violent Nature Steelbook (4K Blu-ray)-- $25.49 ($40)
• Late Night With the Devil Steelbook (4K Blu-ray)-- $40
• Mad God (Blu-ray)-- $22 ($29)
• The Mortuary Collection (Blu-ray)-- $16.76 ($29)
• Skinamarink Steelbook (Blu-ray)-- $20
• Terrified (Blu-ray)-- $11.49 ($28.97)
• V/H/S 99 (Blu-ray)-- $12.43

The 10th Anniversary Collector's Edition isn't the only big Shudder Blu-ray dropping on November 11. The Creepshow: Complete Series Blu-ray also launches the same day, bundling the entire 25-episode horror-comedy shudder series created by Steven King and George A. Romero into a 9-disc box set. The series includes a mix of original tales and adaptations of classic horror stories--including a few of King's works--into 20-minute vignettes. The set also features a collectible comic book and plenty of bonus materials to watch.

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The first Skate game in 15 years may have just released into early access, but new content is already on the horizon. Like many live-service games, Skate will have seasonal events and a "battle pass" style unlock system for cosmetics. Skate's first season, launching in October, will introduce the skate.Pass, two events, as well as general fixes and quality-of-life updates.

Skate Season 1 Start and End Dates

Skate season 1 will start on October 7 and run until December 2.

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PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controller - Metroid Edition

$70

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PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controller - Kirby Edition

$70

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The rest of 2025 is looking strong for the Nintendo Switch 2, which has big new releases dropping at a decent clip between now and December, including two of the system's most anticipated releases, Kirby Air Riders on November 20 and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond on December 4. Both titles are even getting official merch and a selection of all-new Amiibo in the near future--but that's not all. Third-party accessory maker PowerA recently dropped two new Metroid and Kirby themed variants of its wireless controllers that are compatible with both Switch and Switch 2 and make for solid alternatives to the standard Switch Pro Controller. Both PowerA Wireless Controllers launched on August 27 and are available now for $70 apiece at Amazon, making them perfect for fans looking to grab some Metroid or Kirby merch before the new games and Amiibo releases.

PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controller - Metroid Edition $70

The new Metroid and Kirby Edition PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controllers share the exact same specs--including two mappable back buttons, up to 30 hours of battery life, and gyro motion control support. The controllers connect to Switch, Switch 2, and PC via Bluetooth, though you can also plug the pad in using the included 10-foot USB-C charging cable. While the controllers work on Switch, Switch 2, and PC, they are designed specifically for the original Switch, meaning they lack the Switch 2's C Button and cannot be used to wake up the Switch 2 from sleep mode. And like many other third-party Switch controllers, it lacks HD rumble and Amiibo support. That said, their form factor is very similar to Nintendo's first-party Switch Pro controller, with a nearly identical button layout--with the added benefit of the unique game-themed skins.

The Metroid Edition model features a blue and turquoise design inspired by the games, with a large render of Samus splashed across the face of the controller, and the iconic Samus emblem on the left grip.

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Again, the PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controller - Kirby Edition offers the same features, functionality, and form factor as the Metroid Edition (and other variants) of the gamepad, but sports its own unique Kirby-themed design, with a collage featuring multiple versions of Kirby, Waddle-Dee, King Dedede, and Meta Knight, plus a larger Kirby illustration and logo on the right grip. It also features colored thumbstick bases and shoulder buttons.

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If you pick up the new Metroid Edition PowerA Nintendo Switch Enhanced Wireless Controller, you might want to pair it with the new Metroid Edition PowerA Wired Earbuds. They're affordable at just $25, and with a blue and black design that matches the gamepad, they're the ideal companion. And if you love all the features of the above controllers but aren't a fan of the designs (or price tag), check out the Mario Pop variant. This is the exact same controller, but it boasts a colorful Mario design--and it's currently on sale for just $36 (was $60).

For even more Pro Controller alternatives, be sure to check out the Turtle Beach catalog. These are essentially rebranded PDP controllers (Turtle Beach acquired PDP last year), and you'll find several designs inspired by Mario and Donkey Kong. For example, the Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller (Mario Bricks) releases on October 12, and it's built with a cool lenticular design that changes depending on your viewing angle. It even features motion controls and comes with remappable back buttons, so it's a nice alternative to these Metroid and Kirby controllers from PowerA.

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After many years of waiting for a new entry in EA's popular skateboarding franchise, players can finally dive into the aptly-titled Skate. This reboot of the series, which is now in early access, lets fans loose in the fictional city of San Vansterdam, where they can perform tricks and hang out together in a sandbox world. If you're dropping in with some friends and curious about the game's cross-play and cross-progression options, we'll fill you in on what you need to know below.

Skate cross-play: How to add friends

If you're looking to play with friends who may not be in the same ecosystem as you, you're in for a treat--Skate fully supports cross-play across every platform. This feature is turned on by default. However, you'll need to follow a few steps to link up with your pals if they're on a different platform than you.

• Open the Hub menu
• Select Social & Spectate
• Select Search
• Search using your friend’s username or ID
• Select your friend's name and choose "Add EA Friend"

You search for your friends in the Social & Spectate menu.

At this point, your friend will receive an invitation they'll need to accept. If someone has sent you a friend invitation this same way, you can see and accept it in the Requests tab within the Social & Spectate menu.

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EA's new Skate game--the first in 15 years--launched today into early access, and the free-to-play game is proving popular enough that players are facing server queues due to the player load. Developer Full Circle has now reacted to player complaints about server queues. At the same time, people are logging into the game to find it requires a constant internet connection--something Full Circle warned about months ago but isn't going down well with the community today

Server queues

In a statement, developer Full Circle said there are "a LOT" of players trying to join the Skate servers today for launch, and that to mitigate the issues, server queues have been put in place. Full Circle said the studio is "on it" and will undertake efforts to improve wait times.

Server queues are nothing new for online games. EA's own Battlefield 6 has server queues for its recent multiplayer beta, for example. They can still be annoying, though, as players understandably do not want to wait to play. Some people in the Skate subreddit have said they finally got to the front of the queue and joined a session, only to be kicked out due to server issues

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Donkey Kong Bananza was a smashing hit when it landed as one of the Nintendo Switch 2's earliest major exclusives, so it makes perfect sense that Nintendo would capitalize on its success with some DLC. The DK Island + Emerald Rush DLC provides nostalgic fans with a small but charming new island to explore and a whole new mode to work through that changes up the gameplay loop from the base game.

If you're looking to dive into Donkey Kong Bananza's DK Island + Emerald Rush DLC, here's how to get started.

How to start the DK Island + Emerald Rush DLC in Donkey Kong Bananza

Before you can begin the DK Island + Emerald Rush DLC in Donkey Kong Bananza, you'll need to purchase it from the eShop for $20. Once you've made sure that it's installed, you can then open the game to get started. But be aware that how you access the DLC and how much of it is available to you is based on your game progress.

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