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Load Up On Capcom PC Games With Fanatical's New Capcom All-Stars Bundle
Capcom has rebuilt its reputation over the last decade as a company that produces quality games, and if you're looking to stock up on titles from its Resident Evil and Devil May Cry libraries, then you're in luck. Fanatical's new Capcom All-Stars Bundle includes a long list of Capcom-published PC games at a big discount. The build-your-own-bundle deal starts at two games for $13 ($6.50 each). The more you add, the cheaper the games become--at three games the price drops to $6.33 each, and at four or more games you'll pay just $6.25 per key. There's no limit to how many games you can select, and if you grab all 20 of them, you'll pay $125 instead of $695 if you'd purchased them individually.
See bundle at FanaticalResident Evil fans can load up on several recent and classic games in the series, including the excellent remakes of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3, and the most recent releases in the series, Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Resident Evil Village. You can also grab classic entries in double packs that include either Resident Evil HD and Resident Evil 0, or Resident Evil 4 (2005) and Resident Evil 5. That gets you almost the entire franchise at a big discount, which is perfect for catching up ahead of Resident Evil Requiem's launch early next year.
Speaking of multi-game packs, there are numerous collections available in the bundle, including the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy, Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Capcom Fighting Collection, and more. The Capcom Fighting Collection includes 10 fighting games like Darkstalkers, Super Puzzle Fighter 2, Red Earth, and more. If you're interested in checking out Capcom's earliest titles, the Capcom Arcade Stadium and its sequel aren't just delightful time capsules. Each one is a nostalgic virtual arcade with some all-time classics like Strider, Giga Wing, and Saturday Night Slam Master, many of which are retro-fitted with online play in case you feel like teaming up with a friend.
Continue Reading at GameSpotEvercade Handheld And Console Tomb Raider Bundles Are Finally Back In Stock At Amazon
Evercade EXP-R Handheld - Tomb Raider Bundle
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See at AmazonAfter being sold out nearly all year at US retailers, Evercade gaming hardware is back in stock in stock at Amazon. The Evercade EXP-R handheld and VS-R home console are bundled with the Tomb Raider I-III Collection and up for grabs directly from Amazon for $130 each. Both systems are charcoal gray with turquoise accents. The Tomb Raider bundles were difficult to find at launch last holiday, and the US tariff situation made the stock situation even worse--and led to a $30 price increase. The stellar Street Fighter and Mega Man Evercade Bartop Arcades remain sold out, but you can preorder the Evercade Alpha Taito Bartop Arcade for $260 ahead of its November 12 launch.
Evercade is cartridge-based retro hardware made by Blaze Entertainment. More than 75 Evercade cartridges have been released since 2020, including nearly 50 console game collections, 20 arcade game collections, and 10 home computer carts. Some of the collections are out of print, but we created an Amazon hub with all of the cartridge collections you can buy for around MSRP. Many of the cartridge collections are loaded with classic 8-bit and 16-bit games, but there have been a few N64 and PS1 games, including the first three Tomb Raider games and Legacy of Kain titles. There are even some exclusive enhanced editions of retro games like Duke Nukem 1 + 2 Remastered. Other collections focus on retro-inspired indies such as the awesome GBA platformer Goodboy Galaxy and Roguecraft, the newly released tower defense game developed for Amiga.
Evercade Cartridge Collections
All in-stock console, arcade, and home computer game collections.
See at Amazon Evercade EXP-R Handheld - Tomb Raider Bundle $129 | In stock September 8The Evercade EXP-R has a 4.3-inch high-resolution IPS display with an 800 x 480 aspect ratio. The 8-way D-pad on the EXP is superb, as are the face face buttons, triggers, and shoulder buttons. The ergonomics and build quality are great, but keep in mind it may not necessarily be pocketable--unless you have large pockets. The EXP-R measures 7.76 x 3.1 x 0.8 inches. For audio, it has a fairly loud stereo speaker and a 3.5mm auxiliary port for wired headphones. It comes with a USB-C cable and runs for 4-5 hours between charges. Firmware updates can be downloaded over Wi-Fi.
Two of the six face buttons are located below the D-pad for TATE mode, an alternate play style for arcade games with vertically oriented aspect ratios. There is a dedicated grip for TATE mode that can be purchased separately, but it's rarely in stock at Amazon.
Though primarily a cartridge-based handheld, the Evercade EXP-R has a library of more than 10 digital games that can be unlocked via the Secret menu in settings or by pressing specific button combinations on the home screen. Evercade Info Central has a list of hidden games and how to unlock them.
See at Amazon Evercade VS-R Home Console - Tomb Raider Bundle $130 | In stock September 8For the most part, the Evercade VS-R is the same system, just as a home console with multiplayer support. It connects to your TV or monitor via HDMI and displays in 1080p resolution. The VS-R has two cartridge slots and four USB controller ports.
The bundle includes one wired controller, and additional VS-R controllers for multiplayer are sold separately. That said, you probably already have a compatible wired controller. For wireless controller support, we'd highly recommend the 8BitDo Wireless USB Adapter 2, which is on sale for $17 (was $20), as it unlocks wireless support for 8BitDo's Bluetooth controllers as well as controllers made by Nintendo, Microsoft, Sony, and other manufacturers.
Similar to the NES, the VS-R has a front hatch that flips open to reveal the cartridge slots. The VS-R has even more hidden games than the EXP-R, but these extra titles--13 and counting--are tied to loading two specific Evercade carts at the same time.
Along with the console, controller, and Tomb Raider Collection, the bundle includes a USB power cord and an HDMI cable.
See at AmazonEach game in Evercade's sprawling library of classics and retro-inspired games supports save states and full button mapping. You can remap inputs on a hardware level in home menu settings or on a per-game basis. You can switch between three aspect ratios: Original, Full Screen, and Pixel Perfect. You can add scanlines to imitate the look of a CRT TV, and there are a handful of bezel options for games that don't fill the screen.
Continue Reading at GameSpotLife Is Strange Creators Not Involved In TV Series, Writer Says
The Life is Strange TV series is finally, after years of development, being made, as Amazon MGM Studios just recently announced a series order. One of the writers of the original game has reacted to the announcement, saying in a post on social media, "The only people not involved are the creators."
IGN discovered that Christian Divine, who wrote the first two Life is Strange games, posted this recently, but hasn't followed up with any further commentary.
People have pointed out that Amazon MGM Studios' announcement didn't include mention of the original creators of Life Is Strange, Don't Nod, or any of the original writers. When the show was first announced all the way back in 2016, there was no mention of Don't Nod, either.
Continue Reading at GameSpotEnjoy Ghost Of Yotei's Scenery Without Having To Worry About Bandits In This New Video
Like its predecessor, Ghost of Tsushima, Ghost of Yotei is shaping up to make a strong case for digital tourism. A new video released by Sony shows off several scenic locales from the upcoming game, and best of all, you don't have to worry about any bandits or ronin interrupting your tour of Ezo while listening to an extended version of "The North" from composer Toma Otowa's soundtrack for the game.
Ghost of Yotei officially launches on October 2 for PS5, and as that date draws closer, Sony and developer Sucker Punch Productions have shared more details on it. Set hundreds of years after Ghost of Tsushima and revolving around a quest for vengeance, Sucker Punch is aiming to keep players from feeling overwhelmed by open-world monotony while they travel across Ezo.
"Maybe the wind is telling you, if you would like to continue the story, go that way," game director Nate Fox said. "But you see something out of the corner of your eye that catches your curiosity. And you say, 'you know what? I'm going to go check that out.' That moment where the game's not telling you really about where to go or what to do. It's you. That's the most beautiful thing about open-world games."
Continue Reading at GameSpotHollow Knight: Silksong Already Has A Bunch Of Mods That Makes The Game Easier
At long last, Hollow Knight: Silksong is finally here and has achieved a massive concurrent player count on Steam during its first weekend, but for players struggling with the game's inherent difficulty, a selection of Silksong mods that make the game easier can already be found online.
Like the original Hollow Knight, one of the most appealing aspects of Silksong is the challenging gameplay loop, as you're tasked with traversing treacherous environments, overcoming tough bosses, and gradually improving your skills the more you progress. However, some players have already quit the game after one too many deaths due to Silksong's difficulty (via Reddit), with some claiming that it's even harder than the first game.
That's why over at Nexus Mods (via Insider Gaming), you can already find a number of mods that have been created to reduce the difficulty. One mod named "Always Have Compass Effect (BepInEx)" is currently the most-downloaded plugin on the site and essentially makes it so the player can always see their position on the map.
Continue Reading at GameSpotHBO's The Last Of Us Wins Another Emmy, This Time For Its Most Traumatic Episode
The second season of The Last of Us won its first Emmy Award at the Creative Arts Emmys over the past weekend. It won for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series for the episode "Through the Valley," the second episode of the season--and its most traumatic.
The show was recognized in a range of technical and creative categories, including Best Production Design, Casting, Picture Editing, Contemporary Makeup, Prosthetic Makeup, Music Supervision, Sound Mixing, and Special Visual Effects. Even its behind-the-scenes documentary earned a nomination in the Nonfiction Short category.
This year, The Last of Us secured 16 total nominations, down from the 24 it received for its first season. Pedro Pascal (Joel) was nominated for Best Actor, despite his limited appearance in only three episodes, while Bella Ramsey (Ellie) received a Best Actress nomination. Supporting cast members Kaitlyn Dever (Abby), Catherine O'Hara (Gail), Jeffrey Wright (Isaac), and Joe Pantoliano (Eugene) also received acting nods. The series was also nominated for Best Drama for the second consecutive year.
Continue Reading at GameSpotPS6 Will Go Modular With Optional Disc Drive - Report
The PlayStation 5 turns five years old in November, and talk about the yet-to-be-announced PS6 has begun picking up lately. One idea that the proposed successor console could reportedly adopt from the current PlayStation hardware generation is a detachable disc drive.
According to Insider Gaming, having a detachable disc drive will allow Sony to reduce production and shipping costs of the PS6. This is also seen as a way to protect the company during "uncertain times", likely a reference to ongoing turbulence in the market brought on by US president Donald Trump's tariffs.
Essentially, this will allow consumers to choose between either a PS6 with a disc drive--a more traditional option--or a cheaper digital model that they can later upgrade with the add-on. In comparison, the PS5 console first launched with either a built-in disc drive or an all-digital model, and people who bought the more affordable console had no option for upgrading at the time with an add-on accessory. This changed when the slimmer PS5 console revision was introduced, and last year's launch of the PS5 Pro did not include a disc drive at all--although one can still be attached to it.
Continue Reading at GameSpotEA Sports College Football 26 Gets First Major Discount, Comes With Free Steelbook
EA Sports College Football 26 + Steelbook Case (PS5)
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EA Sports College Football 26 has received its first big price cut since launching in July. Multiple retailers, including Amazon, are offering a $20 discount for PS5 and Xbox Series X. If you game on PlayStation 5, you can get the discount and a free steelbook case exclusively at Walmart. These deals drop the price of the great football sim to $50. Over at Best Buy, meanwhile, you can bundle College Football 26 and Madden NFL 26 for $100 (was $140) on either console platform.
EA Sports College Football 26 + Steelbook Case (PS5) $50 (was $70)This Walmart-exclusive edition comes with a steelbook case in addition to the standard edition case, which is great news for Buckeyes and Crimson Tide fans since their star receivers are on the cover this year: Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith and Alabama receiver Ryan Williams.
The background of the standard edition cover art is wrapped around the steelbook case. The collage of team logos features many of the biggest programs in the country, including the reigning national champ Buckeyes of The Ohio State University. The front of the case also features Notre Dame, Nebraska, Penn State, Clemson, Florida, and more schools. The back of the case has Alabama, Texas, Oregon, and a few other schools.
Xbox users also get a free steelbook at Walmart, but Walmart isn't offering a discount for the Xbox Series X version.
See at Walmart EA Sports College Football 26 Standard Edition (PS5, Xbox) $50 (was $70)The standard edition without the steelbook case is discounted to the same price for PS5 and Xbox Series X at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target.
EA Sports College Football 26 earned an 8/10 in our review thanks to improved presentation, welcome adjustments to Dynasty mode, and expanded playbooks. Issues from last year's edition, including baffling player transfer decisions and inconsistencies with team rankings and individual awards, are still present, but overall College Football 26 offers a better experience.
As mentioned, you can bundle EA Sports College Football 26 with Madden NFL 26 for either console platform for $100 at Best Buy, which is a savings of $40 overall. Madden NFL 26 has yet to receive a discount on its own, but Best Buy's deal gets you both EA Sports sims for $50 each.
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The Downside Of Game Pass, According To A Former Xbox Boss
Former Bethesda executive Pete Hines recently stirred up a new discussion around subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and their impact on the video game industry. Now, two more industry veterans have chimed in, including former executives at Sony and even Xbox itself.
Shannon Loftis, the former VP of Xbox Games Studios, said (via TweakTown) she agreed with Hines' assessment of subscription services, stating that Game Pass "comes at the expense of retail revenue."
Game Pass can "claim a few victories" in terms of games that might have otherwise "sunk beneath the waves," Loftis said, calling out Human Fall Flat as an example. However, the "majority of game adoption" on Game Pass comes at the cost of revenue from retail, she said, "unless the game is engineered from the ground up for post-release monetization."
Continue Reading at GameSpotDigimon Story: Time Stranger Is A Promising Comeback That I Didn't Want To Stop Playing
One of Digimon's biggest strengths has always been its ability to lean into nostalgia, and that's no different in Digimon Story: Time Stranger, the seventh entry in the franchise's role-playing-focused gaming series. Like past Digimon Story games, Time Stranger puts a big emphasis on narrative, but this time around, it was the creature collecting and turn-based battles that made me want to keep playing long after my three-hour preview session ended.
Instead of children and teens, Time Stranger's protagonist is an adult secret agent investigating Digimon-related phenomena. I started my playthrough right from the beginning of the story, where we see the effects of the Digital World on real-world Earth. You can choose whether the protagonist is male or female, and the other one becomes a character in the story: your partner who communicates with you through a pocket-sized hologram. The intro sets the stage for the clash between two worlds with regular citizens talking about news of unexplained disasters and protestors even accusing authorities of withholding secrets.
But that's all just a backdrop for the meat of what I got to play. The Digimon Story sub-series gets its name from its narrative-driven core which is, typically, complemented by turn-based gameplay. "Battle balance" is one of the main areas that producer Ryosuke Hara focused on, similar to what he did when working on Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. At 36 years old, he was part of the target audience for the series when Digimon Adventure launched in 1999.
Continue Reading at GameSpotKeanu Reeves Would Come Back For Cyberpunk 2
Actor Keanu Reeves played Johnny Silverhand in CD Projekt Red's Cyberpunk 2077, and with a sequel now in development, many are wondering if Reeves might come back.
The Matrix actor told IGN that he would "absolutely" be interested in reprising his role in the sequel.
"I'd love to play Johnny Silverhand again," he said.
Continue Reading at GameSpotHollow Knight: Silksong Had A Massive Steam Player Count Over Its First Weekend
Hollow Knight: Silksong has achieved a massive concurrent player count on Steam during its first weekend, just days after its long-awaited release.
According to the SteamDB charts, the highly anticipated indie surpassed 587,150 players on the platform on September 6, beating out its impressive launch day numbers of 534,450 users and its first Friday at 562,814. This peak places the game as the 17th biggest peak ever, putting it amongst the most popular Steam games of all time.
Despite a small dip in players, which we can attribute to it being a Monday, Silksong is still holding strong. As of writing, the metroidvania has over 459,177 players in-game. What's more, the game is currently sitting at number 4 for most-played games on Steam, beating out the likes of Rust, Path of Exile 2, and Helldivers 2, and following behind PUBG: Battlegrounds, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike 2.
Continue Reading at GameSpotBorderlands Boss Invokes The Beatles In Reacting To The Movie's Flop At The Box Office
2024's Borderlands movie was not a big success at the box office, bringing in just $33 million and garnering a cool critical reception as well. Despite the movie's lack of performance critically and commercially, Gearbox boss Randy Pitchford isn't giving up on future transmedia opportunities.
Speaking to The Gamer, Pitchford said he would be open to the idea of another stab at it if the right team of people and ideas come together at the right moment.
"My attitude is, if there are great creators, artists, entertainers that have something to say and they think they can only do it with Borderlands, and they can demonstrate that they can do it, I want to enable that. We don't always succeed, but we've got to keep swinging," he said.
Continue Reading at GameSpotNew Pokemon TCG Expansion Is Coming In November
During this year's Pokemon World Championships, The Pokemon Company teased the Evolved Pokemon card, Mega Charizard X EX, as well as Mega attack rare cards. Now, the new expansion for Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG), Mega Evolution — Phantasmal Flames, has been announced.
Mega Evolution — Phantasmal Flames will arrive on November 14 with new Mega Evolution Pokemon and an emphasis on fire-type and darkness-type cards. Some of the highlights are listed below.
- 6 Mega Evolution Pokemon ex cards
- 4 ex cards
- 13 illustrated rare Pokemon
- 17 ultra rare Mega Evolution Pokemon ex Trainer and Energy cards
- 5 Mega Evolution Pokemon ex and Supporter cards
Preorders for Phantasmal Flames haven't gone live yet. Players who want to try out the new expansion before launch will be able to do so during pre-release tournaments starting on November 1. Additionally, the Mega Evolution — Phantasmal Flames expansion will be available on the Pokemon TCG app starting on November 13 for iOS, Android, macOS, and PC. From there, players will be able to collect and battle with new Mega Evolution Pokemon ex cards. Players will also get in-game bonuses by logging into the app.
Continue Reading at GameSpotGet Free Sega Genesis Lego Controller From The Lego Store For A Limited Time
$20 | Free with purchase of $130 or more on qualifying items
See at Lego StoreLego recently announced a new Sega Genesis Controller set featuring a cute ode to the company's mascot, Sonic the Hedgehog, and if you act fast, you can snag it as a free add-on when you spend $130 or more at Lego's online store. The Lego Sega Genesis Controller set normally costs $20, so this is a nice promotion for anyone who was already thinking of grabbing a few new Lego kits. You'll want to act fast, however, as the special only runs from September 8 through September 17, or while stock lasts. The deal also only applies to Lego sets categorized as available right now, meaning it doesn't work for preorder items like the upcoming Lego Game Boy. We've listed a few recommendations for sets to grab to unlock the Sega Genesis Controller freebie in the lists below.
Lego Sega Genesis Controller $20 | Free with purchase of $130 or more on qualifying itemsThe 250-piece set replicates the original Sega Genesis three-button controller. The fully assembled model measures 3.5 inches high and 5.5 inches wide, and includes a display stand. The controller also opens up to reveal a micro-scale Sconic the Hedgehog scene based on the Green Hill Zone stage with microfigures of Sonic and a Crabmeat robot.
See at Lego Store Lego Sega Genesis Controller interior sceneAs mentioned above, you'll need to spend at least $130 on eligible sets to qualify for the free Lego Sega Genesis Controller deal. Luckily, several releases from Lego's various gaming lines count towards the promo, including a few Sonic kits that will pair nicely with the Genesis gamepad. Some of our top picks here would be the disembodied head of Shadow the Hedgehog ($70), the Knuckles vs. Dr. Eggman Egg Crusher Mech set ($45), and the Super Sonic vs. Egg Drillster kit ($70). Check out the list below for even more Lego Sonic sets that qualify for the deal.
Lego Sonic the Hedgehog Sets- Cyclone vs. Metal Sonic (290 pieces) -- $30
- Knuckles vs. Dr. Eggman Egg Crusher Mech (350 pieces) -- $45
- Knuckles and the Master Emerald Shrine (325 pieces) -- $35
- Knuckles' Guardian Mech (276 pieces) -- $35
- Shadow the Hedgehog display bust (720 pieces) -- $70
- Shadow the Hedgehog Escape (196 pieces) -- $20
- Shadow the Hedgehog Key Chain -- $6
- Sonic's Campfire Clash (177 pieces) -- $20
- Sonic the Hedgehog Key Chain -- $6
- Super Shadow vs. Biolizard (419 pieces) -- $45
- Super Sonic vs. Egg Drillster (590 pieces) -- $80
- Tails' Adventure Boat (393 pieces) -- $55
- Team Sonic Command Truck (747 pieces) -- $70
You can also purchase Lego Mario kits so that you can get the best of both Sega and Nintendo. Lego has several Mario Kart and Super Mario sets available for purchase, ranging from affordable karts and characters from the Nintendo kart-racing series to detailed worlds pulled from various games. Buying the Bowser Express Train and Yoshi on his motorcycle will quickly qualify you for the Genesis controller freebie, or you can grab a few Mario Kart sets like Shy Guy, Donkey Kong, and Wario to build your own personal race grid. We've listed a few more eligible Lego Maro sets below.
Continue Reading at GameSpotOctopath Traveler 0 Will Limit The Size Of Your City Based On Your Console
Later this year, Octopath Traveler 0 will put you in control of your own destiny as you attempt to rebuild your town alongside a party of heroes. But the size of your city is going to be limited based on which system you choose to play the game on.
Square Enix has shared the Octopath Traveler 0 specs (via Wario64), which reveal that each console has a limit to the buildings that can be added to a town. Nintendo Switch comes in far below the other platforms with a 250 building limit. Switch 2 and PlayStation 4 can handle 400 buildings. But to get the maximum of 500 buildings, you'll need to play the game on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, or PC.
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— Wario64 (@Wario64) September 5, 2025When it comes to rendering resolution and frame rate, the Switch once again lags far behind the other consoles with 1280 x 720 and a maximum of 30 FPS. Switch 2, PS4, and Xbox Series S can all reach 1920 x 1080 resolution, but the Series S can also hit 120 FPS while the other two consoles are locked at 60 FPS. PS5 and Xbox Series X both have 3840 x 2160 resolution and 120 FPS, and the PC version allows users to select their own resolution and frame rate.
Continue Reading at GameSpotDarksiders 4: Release Date Info, Story, Trailer, And Everything Else We Know
Darksiders 4 was officially announced in 2025 during a showcase for developer THQ Nordic, and many longtime fans of the franchise are curious about its release date, story, and gameplay. The last time we saw the Darksiders franchise was in 2019 with the release of Darksiders Genesis, a prequel to the original trilogy. This game was met with positive reviews from critics and fans alike, but after radio silence from THQ Nordic for several years, many players thought it could be the last time we'd see the Four Horsemen in action.
Now, with Darksiders 4 confirmed, we finally get to see what THQ Nordic has been cooking up all of this time. We know the Four Horsemen are returning and picking up where they left off at the conclusion of the original Darksiders, but what else do we know about the fourth installment in the franchise? You can check out everything we know about Darksiders 4 in the guide below.
When will Darksiders 4 be released?While we did get the reveal of Darksiders 4, THQ Nordic still has not given us a release date for the new action-RPG. Right now, the current release date is "to be announced," and there's no indication as to when an announcement is expected.
Continue Reading at GameSpotDisney x Fortnite: Everything We Know So Far
In early 2024, Disney invested more than a billion dollars in Fortnite creator Epic Games and announced some sort of new Disney-powered metaverse experience. We've already seen a few aspects of this deal come to fruition, like Fortnite skins for the Incredibles and the Disney Villains, plus new Marvel and Star Wars-themed seasons. There's been a lot of Disney in Fortnite since that announcement, in other words.
But the big Disney x Fortnite metaverse mode has yet to see the light of day, and the project remains shrouded in mystery. Let's take a look at what we know about it so far.
What actually is the Disney x Fortnite mode?We don't really know. There's been no teaser images or videos, and nobody is talking about it in terms that we would consider concrete. But here's how Disney described it in the original announcement:
Continue Reading at GameSpotThe Last Of Us Season 3: Release Date, Cast, And Everything We Know About The Hit HBO Series
Following the conclusion of The Last of Us Season 2, the show was nominated for 16 Emmy Awards, including Best Drama. The first season took home eight Emmy Awards in 2023, including guest-acting wins for Nick Offerman and Storm Reid.
Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal may have gone home empty handed from the show’s first night at the Emmys, but their respective turns as Ellie and Joel have given new life to the franchise that began as a pair of critically acclaimed video games by Sony.
Season 2 began the adaptation of The Last of Us Part 2, which introduced Kaitlyn Dever as Abby and controversially featured Joel’s murder at her hands. That fueled Ellie’s desire for revenge against Abby, which went horribly wrong in the Season 2 finale.
Continue Reading at GameSpotAstro Bot Is Becoming The Game Of A Generation
Astro Bot is celebrating its 1-year anniversary today, September 6, 2025. Below, we reflect on what the plucky robot has come to represent for some burgeoning gamers.
More than 30 years ago, I fell in love. I was visiting extended family with my parents and two siblings, and the object of my affection was a boxy gray-and-black video game console hooked up to an equally boxy CRT television. I had seen video games before in arcades, and had played some rudimentary Mac games on our family computer. But Super Mario Bros. was something else entirely. The simple but flexible controls, the stage variety, the music. By the time we left my aunt's house, we three children were staging a coordinated influence campaign to convince our parents to buy our own Nintendo Entertainment System, eager to play more Mario. The rest is history.
My story isn't unique. Lots of children of the 1980s have similar origins for their gaming obsession. But now, decades later, as a parent myself, I'm struck by how Astro Bot has enraptured my own kids in ways that remind me of my experience with Mario. Years in the future, it will almost certainly be Astro that they credit with first igniting their love of games.
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