The price of many products is increasing of late, due in part to tariffs and other economic conditions, and this has stretched to gaming as well. Against this backdrop, FuturLab has released a tongue-in-cheek trailer for PowerWash Simulator 2 that confirms the standalone sequel's price--$25 USD--which is the same as the first game.

"FuturLab acknowledges that in the current cost-of-living climate, players often have limited budgets for games and entertainment. For many, PowerWash Simulator is more than just a game, it's a wellbeing tool, a way to decompress and reclaim a moment of calm. The team is keen to keep that experience within reach," the developer said.

PowerWash Simulator 2 builds upon the foundation of the original game and adds more features like split-screen co-op, four-player online campaign support, better visuals, and perhaps most importantly, pettable cats.

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Guild Wars publisher NCSoft has a number of titles in the works, but as shared during its Q2 2025 earnings call, several of them have just received a delay. First up there's the very Genshin Impact-like Breakers: Unlock the World, originally due to be released some time this year, has now been delayed to Q1 2026. Then there's Time Takers, which has been pushed into a Q2 2026 release window, and the history-blending sci-fi shooter Project LLL is expected in late Q3 2026. Aside from these three games, there are also four spin-off games planned for release in 2026 as well.

According to the call, the delays aren't due to any particular issues with development, but to both ensure quality and give each game the space that it needs to do well. As of now, the only major game NCSoft has that will release in 2025 is the MMORPG Aion 2. This game is currently slated to be released in Q4 2025, though an exact release date hasn't been confirmed as of yet.

The first Aion came out way back in 2008 and is still receiving updates even now. Its upcoming sequel was originally intended as a mobile game, but has since shifted to a full-on PC release. Right now Aion 2 is only planned to be released in Korea and Taiwan, but a global release is reportedly expected for some time in 2026. It also received its first gameplay trailer back in May, showing off the game's environments, mounts, and flashy combat.

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Mario + Rabbids Double Pack

$30 | Releases September 18

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The unlikely mash-up of Mario and the adorable Rabbids from Rayman resulted in two fantastic Nintendo Switch strategy games, and for anyone looking to add them to their collection, you can soon pick an Amazon-exclusive double pack featuring both Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle and its sequel, Sparks of Hope, for just $30. It's worth noting this is a digital download code in a box, not a physical game card release. That means you'll need to have an internet connection, Ubisoft account, and Nintendo account to redeem them. But for those who don't mind the format, the Mario + Rabbids Double Pack looks to be a convenient way to grab both Switch games at once when it launches on September 18. Preorders are available now.

Mario + Rabbids Double Pack $30 | Releases September 18

This Amazon-exclusive bundle gets you the digital version of both Switch games (Kingdom Battle and Sparks of Hope). You'll get a code in a box with your purchase (not game cards), which lets you download the two titles. That means you'll need to have an internet connection, Ubisoft account, and Nintendo account to redeem them. Both titles should also work on Switch 2, with Kingdom Battle running at a smooth 60fps.

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While the Mario + Rabbids Double Pack is convenient, it's not the only way to grab these games. You'll find a code-in-box version of Kingdom Battle on sale at Amazon for just $5 (was $40) and a physical game card copy of Sparks of Hope for $14.49 (was $20) at Best Buy. That means you can nab both for just $19.49 right now--though when the two sales disappear, Amazon's double pack will become the best way to add them to your collection.

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Lego Disney Pixar: WALL-E and EVE (43279)

$70 | 811 Pieces | Releases September 1

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Lego is releasing a new display set for adults based on Pixar's beloved 2008 animated movie WALL-E. The 811-piece model features buildable WALL-E, EVE, and M-O figures as well as Hal, the last plant on Earth, and a Garbage Cube. You can preorder the new WALL-E Lego set for $70 at Amazon and the Lego Store ahead of its September 1 launch.

The surprise return of WALL-E is extremely welcome news for fans who collect Disney Lego sets. Back in 2015, WALL-E the robot made its brick-set debut in the Lego Ideas line. The 677-piece set retailed for $60 and was officially retired about a year later. Since then, the value of Lego Ideas WALL-E (21303) has skyrocketed. Today, a brand-new set is valued at just shy of $300. Even preowned sets that are already assembled can pull in $200, according to Brick Economy, a great resource that tracks online marketplace sales. And it's not just one sale every couple of months; there are dozens of completed sales this month.

WALL-E and EVE 43279 (Lego Disney Pixar)

So, if you've ever considered paying hundreds of dollars for Lego WALL-E, now you can get WALL-E, EVE, M-O, and more for $70 instead. And if you've been waiting for the right moment to sell Lego Ideas WALL-E, that moment may have passed. The WALL-E robot in the old set is a bit larger than the new one, but the new model looks more realistic, which isn't surprising since Lego continues to refine its engineering and design processes as time goes on.

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Ever since the beta of Battlefield 6 was released, players have been trying to figure out how to disable the Adaptive Triggers on their PlayStation 5 controllers. The Adaptive Trigger feature on the PS5 controller is fairly controversial, as you either seem to love or hate using it. Some players feel Adaptive Triggers add to the immersion of whatever game they're playing, while others don't like having their triggers fight them when they're trying to shoot an enemy.

If you don't enjoy Adaptive Triggers in a fast-paced first-person shooter like Battlefield 6, then you've almost certainly tried to disable them through the game's settings. Of course, you likely figured out that there's currently no way to turn off Adaptive Triggers through Battlefield 6 itself.

Fortunately, whether you're on PS5 or PC, there's a method to disable Adaptive Triggers in Battlefield 6, and you can see what it is below.

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If you've been looking for an online co-op game with some Alien vibes, the upcoming top-down tactical shooter DarkSwarm might just tickle your fancy. The debut title from Bitfire Games, and published by Deep Rock Galactic developer Ghost Ship Games, DarkSwarm is receiving its first closed alpha next month, and the pair of studios has confirmed just when that kicks off: September 2.

In DarkSwarm, you play as a team of "synthetically engineered elite mercenaries," tasked with various missions in dark corners of space to take on an alien infection. The game has four player classes to choose from, setting you out across procedurally generated, semi-destructible maps, and various weapons to choose from. Gameplay features include some stealth segments, hacking, and most notably, some top-down shooting against waves and waves of enemies. You'll also be able to play it in both online and local co-op.

Bitfire Games released a new trailer today that you can check out above, showing off some atmospheric lighting and the kind of moment-to-moment gameplay you can expect from DarkSwarm. If you are interested in trying DarkSwarm out, you can just head to the game's Steam page to sign up for its alpha test--Bitfire Games did previously note that spots are limited, so you might not get a chance to try it out.

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Battlefield 6's open beta returned today, August 14, for its second and final weekend of testing. One of the new additions for Weekend 2 was the classic Battlefield mode Rush--but not everyone is enjoying the setup in Battlefield 6.

It was immediately discovered that Rush mode in Battlefield 6 limits matches to 12v12, for a total of 24 players--at least in the beta. People on Reddit and elsewhere online are saying this is simply too small. The current iteration of Rush in the beta is also infantry-only, so there are no tanks or vehicles whatsoever.

The objective in Rush mode is for the attacking side to arm and destroy MCOM stations, with the defenders trying to stop them. The attackers have a limited number of respawn tickets. Matches get pretty chaotic as attackers... rush to the stations and defenders do anything to stop them. Some have theorized that upping the player count would dial up the chaos beyond what would be enjoyable.

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As soon as Netflix started to find huge amounts of success, companies everywhere started asking themselves "How can we do this, but for video games?" There's only company that's demonstrably found any success in that regard, i.e. Microsoft and its Xbox Game Pass--though whether or not the massive amount of revenue that subscription has brought in has translated to profit is another question entirely. If you ask former PlayStation boss and Sony Worldwide Studios chairman Shawn Layden, he's not so convinced that a Netflix-style games subscription will work out in the end.

Speaking to GamesIndustry.biz, Layden shared that he's "not a big supporter of the 'Netflix of gaming' idea. I think it is a danger." Layden went on to compare the idea to what happened to the music industry, and how many people think music should be free. "Spotify, what is that? It's 15 bucks a month or something, but virtually no one buys music anymore," he said.

He notes how at least the difference with music is that bands and artists can go on tours, meaning there's ticket sales and merchandise as another form of revenue. "The problem with gaming is all we have is launch," Layden continued. "That's it. No one wants to pay money to come into the studio and watch people code."

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Six weeks on from the launch of Diablo 4's ninth season, Sins of the Horadrim, Blizzard has finally patched up some lingering bugs introduced with the season's new Horadric Strongroom micro-dungeons. Most importantly, players shouldn't have any further problems collecting Horadric Tomes when clearing Strongrooms.

The Horadric Tome bug has been reported by players for weeks across Reddit, Blizzard's help forums, and the Diablo IV Discord server, and has finally been patched this week. The bug saw players going without a Horadric Tome drop even after grinding Strongrooms, while playing with others who were having no issues finding them.

The first patch following Season 9's release fixed a bug causing duplicate Horadric Tomes to drop on occasion, but the bug causing tomes not to drop at all has persisted until now. Players managed to find their own workarounds for the bug involving swapping between different characters, but no doubt will be glad for an official fix.

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Lost Twins 2 is an incredibly cute puzzle adventure that will challenge, entertain and maybe even inspire you. Guide Abi and Ben on their journey to find a way back home across a whimsical polygonal playground crafted with an enormous amount of care. Team up in co-op mode and solve puzzles together! Work with a friend to swap tiles, activate mechanisms, and overcome obstacles as you guide Abi and Ben toward their long-awaited reunion. Whether playing solo or cooperatively, the journey is one of exploration, creativity, and heartwarming moments.

Hidden Pass is a single-player turn-based RPG. You are a Wanderer, who is trying to solve the mystery of Elyrium Belt. Carefully choose your steps during tactical combat to reach the success. Use the strengths of flying units to improve your position on the battlefield. Elyrium is highly valuable and at the same time hazardous mineral that allows you to conquer the gravity and sorcery. This mineral is concentrated in Elyrium Belt and only the Wanderers can resist the perilious influence of The Belt. In Hidden Pass you lead the expedition in the depths of the Elyrium Belt and your goal is to reach the center of it. Your home is the Wanderer's Tower. Improve your Tower, fight through the hordes of vicious monsters and defeat opposing factions to reach your goal.

Iwakura Aria is a brand-new original visual novel from MAGES. It is a dramatic suspense title that depicts the love-and-hate pattern of human relationships and the strong bonds between women. It is a suspenseful human drama set in Japan during a period of rapid economic growth. The rich story, which follows the complex and sometimes contradictory emotions of each character, and the turbulent developments brought about by their emotions, invites players back to "that summer" of 1966.

It's 1865. The fires of the Civil War have died down and America is once again expanding westwards. The Wild West is a frontier where everyone lives and dies by the gun. You are the captain of a squad of government soldiers sent to bring law and order, to hunt down the bandits and robbers that plague honest folks just trying to make a living out west - and unknowingly step into a much larger fight... Inspired by spaghetti western classics, A Fistful of Yankees is a real-time strategy game set in the heyday of the Wild West. Lead a squad of Yankee soldiers into cinematic fights with bandits, navigate treacherous badlands, and unravel a devious plot straight out of a Western comic book!