With so many studios under one umbrella, Microsoft has one of the biggest back catalogs of game franchises in the industry, if not the biggest. And yet, certain titles stand out among the countless many. In an interview with IGN Japan, Xbox boss Phil Spencer talked about some of the most-requested revivals, among a variety of other topics.

Spencer noted in the interview that the most highly requested titles from the Microsoft back-catalog are Japanese RPGs Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey, and Western titles Crimson Skies and MechAssault.

Both Blue Dragon and Lost Odyssey are RPGs originally developed by Mistwalker, the studio started by Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi, formerly of Square Enix. Blue Dragon was Mistwalker's very first project, and featured character designs by Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball, Dragon Quest. Lost Odyssey, meanwhile, featured character designs by Takehiko Inoue (Slam Dunk, Vagabond). Inoue isn't as well known in the West as Toriyama, but both are equally big names in Japan, making these both standout series for Japanese fans.

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Just like Battlefield 6, Activision's Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone are adding a new combat-roll feature, and now we know what it looks like in action. Some are saying it doesn't look very good.

As you can see in the video below from the recent Call of Duty: Next event, the combat-roll ability has the camera switch from first- to third-person. Some are saying it looks clunky. See for yourself:

Bespoke movement is coming to Call of Duty #Warzone with increased base sprint speeds and attaching tac sprint to the Sprinter Perk.

We are also excited to bring the new #BlackOps7 Combat Roll mechanic - available via the Mountaineer Perk. pic.twitter.com/MUhuIRh1rw

— Raven Software (@RavenSoftware) September 30, 2025 How to unlock combat roll in Call of Duty

The combat roll mechanic is not a default player-feature in Black Ops 7 or Warzone--instead, players have to unlock it via the Mountaineer perk.

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Join the cutest adventure in the Africa, full of cats! Explore the charming hand-drawn artwork of themed locations as you embark on a quest to find 100 adorable cats hidden throughout the game. Test your attention and observation skills in this cozy and delightful hidden object game. Each cat is more charming than the last, and every discovery brings a smile to your face. Can you find them all?

4D Build: Pokemon Model Kits - Gen 1 Starters

$20 (was $22)

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Spin Master's 4D Build puzzle brand already includes licensed models based on major entertainment franchises such as Star Wars, Marvel, Lord of the Rings, and Harry Potter. Now you can add Pokemon to that list, too. Spin Master has launched four buildable models of classic Pokemon. The Starter Pokemon from Generation 1--Pikachu, Squirtle, Charmander, and Bulbasaur--have been turned into budget-friendly 3D model kits.

Each Pokemon 4D Build retails for $22, but Amazon is offering a 10% discount on all of them. Some 4D Build puzzles are constructed out of cardstock, but the Pokemon models use higher-end EPS foam pieces that connect together like puzzle pieces. You don't need scissors, glue, or anything other than your hands, the punch-out foam sheets in the box, and the instruction booklet.

4D Build, Pokemon Pikachu Model Kit $20 (was $22)

The Pikachu model showcases the Pokemon mascot's thunder attack, complete with bolts of electricity attached to the display stand. Pikachu is constructed from 201 pieces of EPS foam from the 16 included punch-out sheets. As mentioned, you don't need any tools to create one of 4D Build's models; these are essentially 3D puzzles.

The Pikachu model is 9.7 x 11.6 x 12.9 inches, so it's a fairly large display piece for the price.

See at Amazon 4D Build, Pokemon Squirtle Model Kit $20 (was $22)

This adorable Squirtle model showcases Gen 1's Water-type Starter catching a wave--after teaching the little guy HM03 (Surf), of course. The 16 foam sheets contain 180 punch-out pieces. Once completed, Squirtle measures 9.3 x 10.1 x 9.2 inches.

See at Amazon 4D Build, Pokemon Charmander Model Kit $20 (was $22)

Charmander's 4D Build is the most complex of the four in the launch lineup. The model measures 9.8 x 9.3 x 10 inches and is constructed from 241 pieces from 16 foam sheets. The Fire-type Starter Pokemon's stand is fittingly decorated with flames.

See at Amazon 4D Build, Pokemon Bulbasaur Model Kit $20 (was $22)

Generation 1's Grass-type Starter Bulbasaur is a 195-piece model with a stand that's decorated with leaves. The completed model is 9.3 x 11.4 x 9.4 inches.

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If you'd like to build other Pokemon models with different materials, there are several brands with officially licensed Pokemon model and building sets. While Lego's first Pokemon sets won't launch until next year, Mega Bloks has a large selection of buildable figures and playsets featuring popular Pokemon. You'll also find small Bandai Hobby Pokemon model kits on Amazon, some of which are priced under $10.

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Toshiba 55-Inch Class C350 LED Smart Fire 4K TV

$200 (was $400)

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You don't have to wait for Prime Big Deal Days to kick off on October 7 to start saving, as the Toshiba 55-Inch Class C350 LED Smart Fire 4K TV is already down to its lowest price ever at Amazon. The LED TV is just $200 (was $400), and several other sizes are also discounted ahead of the shopping event--including nice price cuts on the 75-inch and 65-inch variants. Despite being official Big Deal Days early offers, these budget-friendly Toshiba 4K TVs are shipped and sold by Best Buy

Toshiba 55-Inch Class C350 LED Smart Fire 4K TV $200 (was $400)

This LED 4K TV offers AI upscaling for non-4K content, support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and an Ultimate Motion feature that's said to reduce blur during fast-moving scenes. It has a dedicated Game Mode with variable refresh rates and reduced latency. Just keep in mind that the C350 is limited to 60Hz refresh rate.

As a Fire TV, you'll have quick access to popular apps and streaming services. The TV also includes a Voice Remote with Alexa, allowing you to use voice commands to find your favorite content.

The 55-inch model is seeing the best deal, as it's a full 50% off its usual asking price. In fact, it's cheaper than the 50-inch model (which is $220). But if this size isn't right for your space, there are several other options to choose from, including a 65-inch for only $300 and 75-inch for $430. Note that the 55-inch discount is exclusive to Prime members.

Toshiba Class C350 LED Smart Fire 4K TV

• 43-inch -- $159 ($300)
• 50-inch -- $220 ($350)
• 55-inch -- $200 ($400)
• 65-inch -- $300 ($530)
• 75-inch -- $430 ($730)

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Several other Amazon devices are on sale ahead of Big Deal Days, including Luna Controllers, security cameras, and smart displays. There's also a long list of other Fire TV devices up for grabs, including the Fire TV Stick HD, Fire TV Stick 4K, and Fire TV Stick 4K Max. Both are capable of turning your HD TV into a smart TV, though the 4K Max is the most compelling due to its support for Wi-Fi 6E, additional storage, and included Alexa Voice Remote Enhanced.

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