You are standing in the Dark Room, pockets full of gems and keys, eyeing up the eastward door. The three silhouetted templates on your drafting screen all seem equally unpromising. You go for broke and pick the one on the left. Ah nuts, you’ve drawn the Videogame Journalist’s Bedroom. It contains nothing save rotten coils of USB cables, the stink of bad coffee, and a single active computer screen, displaying a just-written article about an esoteric strategy puzzler.
Which strategy puzzler? The one that rhymes with “blueprints”, of course.
Update: The final day of No Gravity Games’ ‘Switchmas Giveaway’ is finally upon us, with three new Switch freebies for all those who have followed the chain up until this point. You’ll find the complete list of every game in this year’s giveaway, and all the info on how to get involved, in our original post below.
You know the festive season is well and truly here when No Gravity Games announces its annual ‘Switchmas Giveaway’, where the studio dishes out a selection of its back catalogue for free.
A cluster of Starfield fans say they’ve gained an early glimpse at improvements coming to Bethesda’s sci-fi role-player, though have suggested the changes are relatively modest in scope.
The fans claimed Bethesda invited them to take a look at the upcoming content, with one saying they were “stoked” by what they saw, while another suggested they were “excited for the future of Starfield.” For now, the details of what was shown remain under embargo, to be properly revealed at a later date.
But there’s also a note of caution here, regarding the scope and scale of what Bethesda is actually working on. Another content creator, who said they had been contacted by several Starfield fans either at the event or who helped put it on, suggested this “probably isn’t a Cyberpunk 2.0-scale update,” referencing the major additions that helped improved CD Projekt’s RPG.
Word that Bethesda is working on more content for Starfield is unsurprising — indeed, Bethesda boss Todd Howard said back in August that the company had “free updates and features the players have been asking for, as well as a new DLC story” in the works.
“I can’t go into all the details just yet, but I will say part of the team has been focused on space gameplay to make the travels there more rewarding,” Howard noted. “We’re also adding some new game systems, and a few other smaller delights. There’s also some really interesting stuff coming down the pipe from our verified creators. There’s some fun stuff.”
Bethesda’s vagueness around future plans for Starfield has long been a point of discussion among fans, with a sense that the company has pulled back on its previous ambitions for the game following its mixed response and amid a clamoring for the company’s two bigger franchises, The Elder Scrolls and Fallout.
In August it was reported that Bethesda had delayed Starfield’s second expansion due to “weak sales” of its first, Shattered Space, which launched in September 2024 to a ‘Mostly Negative’ Steam user rating. Todd Howard had previously talked of Starfield expansions releasing annually. Another reported reason for the delay was Bethesda’s plans to launch Starfield on PlayStation 5, with both the second expansion and the game’s multiplatform rollout potentially happening simultaneously. Here’s hoping 2026 provides a clearer sense of the game’s future.
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
Doomed Xbox blockbuster Perfect Dark had “entire chapters” of performance capture work in the can before its shock cancelation this summer, according to Joanna Dark actress Alix Wilton Regan.
In an interview with TheGamer, the voice behind Dragon Age’s Inquisitor and Cyberpunk 2077’s Alt Cunningham says she recorded scenes for The Initiative’s Perfect Dark reboot over the course of several years, beginning in 2023. “Lots” was done in 2024, with work continuing in early 2025.
“To my knowledge, we were pretty far along, I’d done entire chapters of this universe,” Regan said, adding that she was shocked to learn that Microsoft was pulling the plug, with The Initiative itself also set to be closed down as part of a wave of funding cuts and layoffs.
“I was as shocked, surprised, and devastated as everyone else was when the funding was pulled, and the studio was closed,” Wilton-Regan continued, saying she learned the studio’s fate at the same time as it was announced publicly. “I did not see it coming. I was absolutely blindsided when the project was defunded,” she added. “It was devastating. So many people lost their jobs. An entire workforce was disbanded.”
A further blow would come as last-ditch talks to salvage the project also fell through — a process Wilton-Regan admits she had insider knowledge of. Interestingly, the actress mentioned that Perfect Dark may have changed in scope had it been saved, with a “slimmed-down” version ultimately seeing the light of day instead.
“I couldn’t say too much about it because I knew The Initiative was in talks to keep Perfect Dark up and running in some shape or form,” Wilton-Regan revealed. “Possibly a slimmed-down version, possibly something slightly different. But certainly, everyone was working really hard behind the scenes to bring Perfect Dark back. And then one day, I heard from the creative director that the deal hadn’t gone through, and that really everything had fallen apart, and production was fully stopping.”
A report from Bloomberg, which IGN corroborated from its own sources, previously revealed that there had been a plan to keep Perfect Dark alive via the team working on the project at Tomb Raider studio Crystal Dynamics, which had been serving as a co-developer. Leadership from both Crystal and The Initiative reportedly spent two months looking for a new publisher and funding source.
While multiple parties expressed interest, the most likely candidate turned out to be Take-Two Interactive. However, the two groups couldn’t come to an agreement, at least in part due to disagreements over long-term ownership of the property. As a result, the deal fell through, resulting in layoffs at Crystal Dynamics as all hope of the project being reinstated vanished.
As for Wilton-Regan, while she may have lost the Joanna Dark gig, this month’s big Tomb Raider reveal at The Game Awards revealed that the actress was now the official new video game Lara Croft. She’ll star in next year’s reimagining of the original Lara Croft adventure, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, as well as all-new blockbuster Tomb Raider: Catalyst, due in 2027.
Tom Phillips is IGN’s News Editor. You can reach Tom at tom_phillips@ign.com or find him on Bluesky @tomphillipseg.bsky.social
League of Legends is set for some big changes as part of an overhaul targeting a 2027 release, Riot Games have confirmed following a report on the coming revamp by Bloomberg. Yep, the MOBA’s devs have pulled the trigger on their official announcement a little earlier than planned, waxing lyrical about laying “the groundwork for League’s next era” now, rather than waiting to reveal all in the new year.
Following a rumour in August about Bethesda’s newest original IP Starfield making its way across to the Switch 2 in 2026, a new story is now making the same claim.
This information comes from Windows Central Executive Editor Jez Corden, who says the action role-playing space game will not only be arriving on the PlayStation 5 in 2026 but also Nintendo’s new hybrid system.
Deadly Delivery Codes can be used for weapons and revises, which are essential for helping you survive against strange entities. You’ll have a certain amount of time to explore each floor, and decide whether you want to go deeper into the facilities. The better weapons you have and more healing items you can pack, the better your chances are of making it out alive.
If you do, you’ll be able to find better loot and food to increase your cargo value and fulfil orders in this post-apocalpytic world. Use cash bonuses to spend at the vending machine, to unlock gear that will help you stay hidden, gain time, or quickly teleport back to the elevator.
Working Deadly Delivery Codes (December 2025)
Use these currently active codes:
HAPPYXMAS – Free Candy Canes x30 and Gingerbread Man x1
Click on the cog icon at the top of the screen to open the Settings Menu
Copy the code from this article and paste it in to the “code…” bar
Press “Redeem”
Why Isn’t My Code for Deadly Delivery Working?
When a code doesn’t work for Deadly Delivery, it’s usually because of two reasons:
The code for Deadly Delivery has expired
There’s a spelling mistake or an additional space in the code
Codes for Roblox experiences are typically case-sensitive, so the best way to ensure you’ve got a working code is to directly copy it from this article. We check all codes before we upload them, so you can guarantee they’re working. Just double-check that you haven’t copied over an extra space!
How to Get More Codes for Deadly Delivery
We regularly check and test new codes for popular Roblox experiences, so the best way to get more codes for Deadly Delivery is to visit this article. But if you want to search for codes yourself, the best place to go is the Deadly Delivery Discord.
When Is the Next Update or Event in Deadly Delivery?
Deadly Delivery is currently celebrating its Christmas Event that began on December 12, and will run until January 13, 2026. This update has brought with it a special Christmas-themed floor, entities, loots, and even a limited-time mutation. You’ll also be able to login each day for new Christmas rewards. Throughout this time, a new Tickets update will take place on December 19, introducing a new special subfloor, skins, class, and more. You can then expect another new level on December 26,
Lauren Harper is an Associate Guides Editor. She loves a variety of games but is especially fond of puzzles, horrors, and point-and-click adventures.
Nintendo has been rolling out updates for many of its games in the lead up to the end of the year, and today it’s released new patches for Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2.
Here’s the full rundown, courtesy of the official Nintendo support pages This update apparently improves the gameplay experience on the Switch and Switch 2, and also resolves “several other issues”. Notably, the patch notes are the same, but if anything else is revealed about what’s specifically been improved in each title, we’ll let you know.
Anime Final Quest Codes will help you collect stacks of cash and reroll your Weapons and Gear, so you can work your way through dungeons taking on waves of Goblins and Orcs, using moves that are exclusive to your class.
Use Spins to change your class from King Ripper with twin daggers to rarer options like Hawk Eye, which uses a sharp blade and ground slam to crush enemies, or maybe you’ll be lucky and get the Mythic King of Curses. Alternatively, you can unlock gear with spins such as the Blood Hammer, Time Stop, or Coyote Pistol.
Working Anime Final Quest Codes (December 2025)
Use these currently active codes:
SHADOW – (Active from Friday December 19, when Update 1 releases)
BOSS – (Active from Friday December 19, when Update 1 releases)
UPDATE1 – (Active from Friday December 19, when Update 1 releases)
THXFOR1MVISIT – Free Gear Lucky Spins x3, Normal Spins x5, Rune x4 and Cash x15000
Click the blue icon on the right showing a ticket. It says “codes”
Copy the code from this article and paste it into the “Enter code here…” bar
Click “Confirm”
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How to Get More Codes for Anime Final Quest
We regularly check and test new codes for popular Roblox experiences, so the best way to get more codes for Anime Final Quest is to visit this article. But if you want to search for codes yourself, the best place to go is the Anime Final Quest Discord.
When Is the Next Update or Event in Anime Final Quest?
Anime Final Quest is currently in Beta release, so updates are frequently taking place during its development. Its first big update will drop on Friday, December 19. You can expect to see Cid Shadow as a brand new weapon, a Final Boss map, featuring a final boss from Solo Leveling, and a full body armor cosmetic.
Lauren Harper is an Associate Guides Editor. She loves a variety of games but is especially fond of puzzles, horrors, and point-and-click adventures.
Looking for some cheeky Magic: The Gathering deals for last-minute Christmas gifts? You’re in luck. I’ve got you covered with a cheap preorder on the upcoming Universes Beyond: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Play Booster Box, alongside more Booster Box and Commander Deck deals picked up by our deals team. How about 33% off the Apple iPad Air (Wi-Fi) rocking an M3 chip? Yes please. We’ve even tracked down a great deal on an Nvidia RTX 5070 12GB GPU for under $490, right in the middle of a DRAM shortage (you’re welcome).
TL;DR: Deals for Today
You’re going to need a proper gaming monitor to make the most of that much horsepower, so why not save 48% on a 49-inch Samsung Odyssey G9 ultrawide? Or go portable instead with an RTX 5070 Ti-powered Acer Predator Helios Neo for under $1,500. The choice is yours. Let’s get into it.
MTG Deals
Edge of Eternities only released in August, but it’s already available in a great bundle deal that’s ready-made for multiplayer Commander nights. The same goes for the Lorwyn Eclipsed Commander Deck Bundle. One of the standout deals right now is the Commander Masters Play Booster Box, which is currently over $100 cheaper than market value. That said, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Play Booster Box is also under market value on Amazon at $159.99, making it a solid pickup for fans of Universes Beyond.
Apple iPad Air (M3) Wi-Fi
That M3 chip I mentioned earlier is around 20% faster than the previous M2, and it’s packed into an iPad Air that only released in March this year, now sitting at $200 off its usual price. For the record, this actually beats the Black Friday discount for this model. It’s also compatible with Apple Pencil Pro and USB-C models, as well as the Magic Keyboard. All in, this is one of the cheapest ways to jump into the iPad ecosystem right now.
1440p gaming is the RTX 5070’s sweet spot, especially with MSI’s triple-fan SHADOW cooler. You can push into 4K at lower frame rates with the help of DLSS 4 and Nvidia’s Blackwell architecture. DLSS 4 currently offers the best image upscaling on the market, alongside AI frame generation to smooth things out at higher resolutions. All told, this is a great price on a very capable 1440p-and-beyond GPU.
LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory
Are you a big fan of Roald Dahl? The LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory set is on sale just in time for Christmas at Target. 20% off is a strong deal for a set with 2,025 pieces and nine minifigures. Fair warning, though: this is an 18+ build, so it might be a bit challenging for younger builders.
49″ Samsung Odyssey G9 (G91SD) Gaming Monitor
Saving $620 on one of the most feature-packed ultrawide 1440p gaming monitors pretty much sells itself. It’s sold by an authorised Samsung reseller, so you’ll still get the official one-year warranty. You’re looking at a 144Hz refresh rate and a 0.03ms response time, meaning you can push close to 140fps at 1440p with no noticeable input delay from controller, keyboard, or mouse.
I’ll kick things off here by pointing out that this is $50 cheaper than its Black Friday price. The 16-inch OLED display is paired with an RTX 5070 Ti, which is more than capable of high-frame-rate 1440p gaming, with some light 4K gaming possible thanks to DLSS 4. While the panel tops out at 2.5K resolution, it boasts a massive 240Hz refresh rate, a 0.02ms response time, and all the inky blacks and vibrant colours you’d expect from OLED. This is a cracking mid-range gaming laptop deal, and if you’re in the market for one, it’s easy to recommend.
Sony WH-1000XM5 + Free WF-C700N Earbuds
Although they’re a generation behind the Sony WH-1000XM6, the M5s still have amazing noise cancellation in a best-in-class all-around headphone solution. The WF-C700N wireless earbuds are in-ear, also feature top noise cancellation, and are IPX4 water-resistant for something low-profile while working out. This deal is a no-brainer if you’re in the market for some new personal audio equipment.
iBuypower Element SE AMD Ryzen 7 8700F RTX 5060 Ti Gaming PC (32GB/1TB)
This bad boy is well specced out to play anything in 1080p, with DLSS 4 and NVIDIA’s latest AI frame generation technology to push extra frames when you need it. You’re also getting the latest 32GB of DDR5 RAM standard, which is set to skyrocket in 2026 as our AI overlords snap up stock for data centers, and even 1TB worth of SSD storage. You’re getting a budget price tag with great performance and specifications. It’s perfect for esports and solid 1080p gaming.
Baseus Blade 20,000mAh 100W Slim Power Bank
Once you’ve popped in the discount code “CAXWUTQ9,” this portable charger drops to $39.99, even for non-Prime members. This bad boy has enough power storage and delivery thanks to a 100W USB-C port, able to charge your Nintendo Switch 2 over three times on a single charge. Happy days.
Metal Gear Solid Deta: Collectors Edition (PS5)
Here’s everything you get in this epic Collector’s Edition:
“Day One + Edition” retail release of METAL GEAR SOLID DELTA: SNAKE EATER
Miniature terrarium based on the iconic opening scene of the Virtuous Mission, where Naked Snake must recover his equipment bag snagged on a tree branch
Includes a miniature Naked Snake figurine and tree stump with hanging bag
A recreation of the fake identification badge Naked Snake uses to break into Groznyj Grad Northeast as a scientist
High-quality stitched patch showing membership in the legendary FOX UNIT
Beautiful retro-style metal game case utilizing original METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER artwork
8Bitdo Ultimate 3-Mode Controller
This controller works via three different connection methods: wired USB, Bluetooth, or via an included 2.4GHz adapter that’s perfect for PC gaming. It’s also certified compatible with Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, iOS, and Android, with room for three different button layouts and Hall effect thumbsticks and triggers. I’ve already said it, but I use 8Bitdo controllers over my first-party ones where possible.
Samsung P9 256GB MicroSD Express Card
While MicroSD Express cards from Samsung rock transfer and sequential read speeds of up to 800MB/s, they’re eye-wateringly expensive. It’s new tech, and unfortunately, that’s something that happens until more are being made en masse and the technology becomes more widely adopted.
But this is Daily Deals! And it’s currently 40% off the 256GB model, meaning you can double your Nintendo Switch 2 storage for $32.99 instead of $54.99. Winner.
eBay “Holiday Rush” Sale
The best Black Friday deal on Sony’s newest flagship wireless noise cancelling headphones has returned. eBay (via either Buydig or Electronic Express) is offering a brand new pair of Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones for just $358.20 after you apply off coupon code “HOLIDAYRUSH“. That’s a 20% discount off the $450 list price. eBay estimates free delivery before Christmas. Both retailers are authorized Sony resellers, so you get the full manufacturer’s warranty.
Meta Quest 3 / 3S Deals
Deals aside, should you get a Meta Quest 3 or Meta Quest 3S? Here’s a specifications comparison table so you can make up your own mind:
FeatureMeta Quest 3Meta Quest 3S
Display Resolution
2064 × 2208 per eye
1832 × 1920 per eye
Lens Type
Pancake lenses
Fresnel lenses
Field of View (FOV)
104° (horizontal) / 96° (vertical)
96° (horizontal) / 90° (vertical)
Storage Capacity
512GB
128GB
Processor
Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2
Refresh Rate
Up to 120Hz
Up to 120Hz
Controllers
Touch Plus controllers
Touch Plus controllers
Mixed Reality Passthrough
Yes
Yes
Standalone (Tetherless)
Yes
Yes
PC VR (Tethered)
Yes
Yes
Amazon Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Book Sale
So the quarter-bound The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion Tolkien Illustrated Editions are must-buys in this sale for me, and they are 44% and 46% off, respectively, before the buy one, get one deal comes into play. So that’s a total of $191.29 down from $243.63. Bear in mind, at MSRP, both of these books come to $445. That’s an insane deal on its own. Other highlights for me are The Legend of Zelda Encyclopedia and A Game of Thrones hardback box set.
Sonos Refurb Sale
When it comes to big-brand gear, I’d always go for a solid refurbished or open-box deal over brand-new products. If it’s a brand or retailer worth its salt, these products are pretty much new anyway but can’t be sold as such, as they’re a customer return or something similar.
With Sonos refurbs, you’re getting the same one-year warranty you would with a brand-new alternative, plus they get delivered as new with all the leads and gubbins you’d usually get. It’s literally a no-brainer when you’re getting over 55% off a Sonos Arc soundbar, for example.
Pokémon TCG Single Card Price Crash
Pokémon TCG stock levels are getting better and better across the board, which means there’s more chance of buying off store shelves and a much bigger chance of scalpers losing out. It’s a win-win, especially for Pokémon card collectors, as single cards are finding a new floor when it comes to market values.
It’s the best time this year to snap up some of those grails you’ve been eyeing up, so I’ve found the top 5 chase cards in every Pokémon TCG expansion and base set from the previous Scarlet and Violet era, as well as Mega Evolution, the current era of Pokémon cards. There’s some serious bargains to be had here, and I reckon we’ll see prices tick back up when Ascended Heroes launches early next year, so don’t wait around.
Best Pokémon TCG Sealed Deals
The best deal here for me is the Mega Charizard X ex Ultra Premium Collection that’s currently at market value on Amazon and close to MSRP.
4 x Phantasmal Flames
4 x Mega Evolution
4 x Destined Rivals
4 x Journey Together
2 x Surging Sparks
The main pull of this UPC is the Mega Charizard X ex Mega Attack Rare and Oricorio ex SIR promo cards, which, frankly, are the best couple of promo cards we’ve had in a big box collection for a while. It also contains Mega Charizard X-themed card sleeves, deck box, damage counter dice, playmat, and a metal coin.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A and More Deals
Need to get Pokémon Legends: Z-A sorted for Christmas? Here’s the cheapest way: the Nintendo Switch 1 version of Pokémon Legends: Z-A for $44.99 on Woot, then upgrade it to the Switch 2 version for $9.99 via the Amazon digital code service. You’re saving $15 compared to buying the usual Switch 2 copy of Legends: Z-A.
Woot also has more discounts on top Pokémon Switch games, such as Legends: Arceus alongside Scarlet and Violet. It’s a great time to build up your library if you’ve got a few Pokémon-sized gaps on your shelf.
Pokémon Squishmallow Deals
Nothing beats cuddling a Squishmallow, and I’ll admit that to anyone. Well, getting a $69.99 massive 20-inch Sprigatito Squishmallow for $37.99 definitely beats that feeling, but there’s some great deals on the best Pokémon plushies right now (in my opinion, which is correct).
Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of “Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior”. Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
