Is GTA 6 Trailer 2 too good to be true? Some cast doubt on the small print shown at the end of the trailer that said it was captured on PS5, suggesting the footage came from either a PS5 Pro or a PC. Not so, according to Rockstar.
In a social media post, the developer said GTA 6 Trailer 2 was captured “entirely in-game” from a PS5, and not only that, but it contains “equal parts” gameplay and cutscenes.
Here’s the statement in full from Rockstar:
Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 2 was captured entirely in-game from a PlayStation 5, comprised of equal parts gameplay and cutscenes.
With that in mind, it makes GTA 6 all the more impressive. The footage in Trailer 2 is astonishingly detailed, and, we now know beyond any doubt, running on a five year-old console. By the time of GTA 6’s May 26, 2026 release date, the PS5 will be five-and-a-half years old.
The developer wizards at Rockstar are working their magic once again, but their mention of gameplay in Trailer 2 also sparks questions about which moments it’s talking about here. The most obvious one, already picked up by the GTA 6 community, is what looks like a cutscene to gameplay transition moment when Jason enters his apartment.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
In 2024, indie developer VEA Games released Nikoderiko: The Magical World, their love letter to classic platformers. Now, they’ve released a Director’s Cut that refines gameplay and adds new content, and they’ve offered it as a free upgrade.
If you missed out on Nikoderiko the first time around, it’s a family-friendly platformer with an art style inspired by Saturday morning cartoons. It stars mongooses Niko and Luna and can be played in single-player or couch co-op. You travel through the game’s varied worlds on a quest to retrieve an ancient relic stolen from you by the nefarious Baron Grimbold, and you can team up with animal mounts to defeat his Cobring army and save the local tribes.
Since the release of the base version of the game, the dev team has received extensive feedback from players and worked to improve on as much as possible with the Director’s Cut.
“We have a lot of emails; I personally read and answer every email,” said Dmitry Smirnov, founder of VEA Games and director of Nikoderiko. “We tried to implement all the necessary features you asked for. There are a lot of ideas for the game and how to improve the game. It really helps us to make a good game a great game.”
One of the biggest improvements to the Director’s Cut is the expansion of its difficulty options, which target a wider range of players and experience levels. For hardcore players, there’s a new Hard Mode with level modifiers.
“It will push players,” Smirnov said. “There are more challenges, more hard but honest mechanics. We would like to give you the experience of a soulslike game in a family platformer.”
On the other end of the spectrum, Easy Mode has been made easier, lowering the barrier to entry for younger players or those new to gaming or the platformer genre. It is a family game, after all.
“We decided to make it more accessible for kids and younger players,” Smirnov said. “While we were developing Nikoderiko, it was nice to know that my kids will be able to feel the same impressions like I did in my childhood.”
Keeping with the theme of making Nikoderiko accessible to as many people as possible, the Director’s Cut adds text and voiceover options for several languages, including German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese. It also adds Steam Deck compatibility for the first time.
There’s also a new secret eighth world for players to unlock, with its own hidden treasures and new boss. With the new world comes new music from veteran composer David Wise, who composed the soundtrack for the base game. Wise has worked in gaming for more than 30 years and is probably best known for his composing work in the Donkey Kong Country series.
“On my fourth birthday, I got a present and it was Donkey Kong Country,” Smirnov said. “I always loved to play with my brother, and it changed a lot of my direction in life, because I was very inspired by the graphics and the mystical and atmospheric music.”
In addition to all the new content in the Director’s Cut, it also refines what was already there. Graphics have been upgraded, animations have improved, and performance has been optimized across all platforms.
If you’ve already bought Nikoderiko, the Director’s Cut is available as a free update and is compatible with your previous saved games, so you don’t need to start over. For the achievement hunters, the update adds new trophies and achievements on the appropriate platforms.
If you haven’t picked it up before, the Director’s Cut has replaced the base game on all platforms, so buying it now will get you the expanded version. It’s available on PC, Nintendo Switch, PS4/5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Amazon Luna, so it’s safe to say you probably have access to it. It’s also offered on sale pretty regularly, so you can always wishlist it on your preferred platform and buy it when it’s at a price you’re comfortable with.
For the collectors among you, a physical release was recently announced and is scheduled to release on August 22. The base game will be available on its own, and there will also be a Collector’s Edition that comes with the game, David Wise’s soundtrack on CD, and an official artbook with around 100 pages.
For more information, check out the game’s official website or join the community on Twitter for updates.
With so many great games coming down the pipeline, now’s a great time to hop on the Xbox Game Pass bandwagon. If some titles joining the catalog this year have caught your eye and you’re itching to join in on the fun, you can choose between one or three month Game Pass Ultimate membership options at Amazon. Unfortunately, there aren’t any discount deals available at the moment, but we’ll update this when a new one drops.
You can learn more about options for signing up, what’s coming soon to Game Pass this month, and the big releases still to come below.
While there aren’t any deals available at the moment, we’ve included where you can buy a one month Game Pass Ultimate membership above at Amazon. This will set you back $19.99. Amazon also has a three month Game Pass Ultimate membership option available for $59.99, if you want to stock up on a few months to get you started.
What’s Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass?
Game Pass has a nice rotation of new titles to play every month. If you’re curious about what’s in store for the start of May, we’ve got you covered. The Xbox Game Pass May Wave 1 lineup is:
Dredge(Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) – May 6 Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2(Cloud, Console, and PC) – May 7 Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard
It’s important to note that the Game Pass Standard tier (available for $14.99/month) does not give users access to day one releases – that’s exclusive to the Game Pass Ultimate tier. If you’re looking to play big Xbox exclusives and other new games on the day they release, you’ll need to be subscribed to Game Pass Ultimate.
What Games Are Leaving Xbox Game Pass?
Unfortunately with new games joining the catalog it means a few must take their leave. Below, we’ve listed the games that’ll be leaving Xbox Game Pass on May 15.
Brothers A Tale of Two Sons (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Chants of Sennaar (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Dune: Spice Wars (Game Preview) (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Hauntii (Cloud, Console, and PC)
The Big Con (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Biggest Games Releasing on Xbox Game Pass
Xbox’s Summer Showcase last June was a massive success, revealing an incredible amount of new games coming to the platform. The showcase included Doom: The Dark Ages, Perfect Dark, Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, and so many more. But which of these titles will appear as day-one releases on Game Pass? Thankfully, quite a few! Including all of the previously mentioned titles.
The latest big release on the platform is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. In our review, IGN’s Michael Higham said, “Wearing its inspirations on its sleeve, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 paints itself into the pantheon of great RPGs with a brilliant combat system and a gripping, harrowing story.”
If you’re looking for even more savings on all things Xbox, have a look at our roundup of the best Xbox deals. There, we’ve highlighted all of the latest and greatest discounts on the platform, from incredible game deals to fantastic offers on high-quality headphones. Or, if you’d rather see what’s going on with other platforms, check out our roundups of the best PlayStation deals, the best Nintendo Switch deals, and our overall roundup of the best video game deals.
Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer who works with the Guides and Commerce teams here at IGN.
One of the great things about Elden Ring has always been the diversity of playstyles it enables, and one of my favorite playstyles is loading up on Strength, grabbing the largest weapon I can find, and crushing foes with posture-breaking jumping attacks and charged-up heavy strikes. If that’s you too, then allow me to introduce you to the Raider in Nightreign (see the video below).
While the Guardian — the other big burly class with lots of health and an affinity for big weapons — is more focused on defense with a shield as a starter weapon and an ultimate ability that can mitigate damage for the entire party for an extended period of time, the Raider is designed as an absolute offensive powerhouse.
The most important ability of the Raider is Retaliate, which initially may not seem like a very strong skill on its own — it’s just two stomps that deal a bit of physical and poise damage. But the real magic is that thanks to the Raider’s passive, he cannot be knocked down while doing Retaliate. This means that the Raider basically has a free damage-soaking technique that will let you totally armor through pretty much any enemy or boss attack, with the added bonus of that weak second stomp getting replaced by an extremely powerful punch that will stagger even the largest enemies, if you manage to absorb an attack that would’ve done a substantial amount of damage.
Then there is the Raider’s ultimate, Totem Stela, which has him slamming the ground and causing a large totem to erupt, dealing big damage to anything around it. Like all of the other Ultimates in Nightreign, this is an incredibly powerful technique that can alter the tide of a fight. Not only does it deal big damage, but the totem is climbable, giving both you and your teammates either a safe place to lay low, or a vantage point to hit. In addition to that, it also gives everyone a damage buff as well, meaning it’s one of the first ults you’ll want to coordinate using so that the rest of the team can benefit from it.
Of all the classes I’ve played in Nightreign, the raider was the one I had the most fun with.
The Raider starts with the Raider’s Greavtaxe, which is a pretty solid starting weapon that deals some fire damage and has the “Endure” skill affixed to it, which basically gives you another way to absorb and power through enemy attacks in case Retaliate is on cooldown. Still, you’ll definitely want to find a better weapon as the nights get closer, and large strength-scaling weapons are definitely the Raider’s go-to style of weapon.
Of all the classes I’ve played in Nightreign, the Raider is definitely the one that I’ve had the most fun with. It’s the one that is most well-suited for one-on-one battles, which is appropriate because its Remembrances (we’ll talk about those later on in the month) have you fighting in one-on-one boss fights in a sort of gladiatorial arena, which is a nice change of pace.
That’s all for our hands-on impressions of Nightreign’s classes, but stay tuned all throughout the month in depth looks at the mechanics of Nightreign, along with interviews with the developers, and more as IGN First continues on.
Mitchell Saltzman is an editorial producer at IGN. You can find him on twitter @JurassicRabbit
It’s been 35 years since Intelligent Systems debuted its Fire Emblem series on Nintendo’s Famicom. Through its ever-evolving combat and the introduction of beloved character bonding mechanics, the series has ascended to the upper echelon of tactical RPGs, culminating in two excellent mainline entries on the Nintendo Switch.
As we near the end of the original Switch era, we’ve compiled a list of every Fire Emblem game available on the console as well as what’s coming to the Switch 2.
How Many Fire Emblem Games Are on Switch?
There are five Fire Emblem games on Switch: two mainline games and three spinoffs. There are two additional Fire Emblem games available with Nintendo Switch Online, with a third due out for the Switch 2 in June.
Every Fire Emblem Game on Nintendo Switch
Fire Emblem Warriors (2017)
The first Fire Emblem game released on Switch was the Dynasty Warriors crossover Fire Emblem Warriors. The mashup incorporates the best elements of each series, blending Fire Emblem’s team-based strategy with Dynasty Warriors’ button-mashing, hack-and-slash action. It’s a worthwhile spinoff for action fans, though the light story makes it inessential to those concerned with Fire Emblem lore.
The game was developed by Dynasty Warriors studio Omega Force in collaboration with the action gurus at Team Ninja (Ninja Gaiden, Nioh).
Fire Emblem: Three Houses (2019)
Fire Emblem: Three Houses was a milestone release for the series. It was the first Fire Emblem game released on a home console in 12 years, the first mainline entry released on Switch, and a critical and commercial success that carried forward the momentum of Awakening seven years before it.
Three Houses is a massive tactical RPG that balances the grand with the intimate. Large-scale battles progress an overarching story of politics and religion within a continental war, while quieter moments between battles are spent in the monastery training, teaching, exploring, and bonding with other characters through well-written and -acted conversations.
Three Houses is Fire Emblem at its best, and what we’d recommend as a starting point if you’re looking to jump into the series on Switch.
Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore (2020)
In 2020, Nintendo released Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore, an expanded port of the original Wii U release. Encore added new story content, characters, and music to the Nintendo-Atlus crossover game, which blends Fire Emblem’s “weapon triangle” combat mechanic — swords have an advantage over axes, axes over lances, lances over swords — with the flashy style, dungeon-crawling, and moment-to-moment combat of Atlus’s Shin Megami Tensei and Persona games.
The story is a comical, often over-the-top send-up of Japanese pop-culture that, as in Warriors before it, takes a backseat to the action.
Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes (2023)
Nintendo re-teamed with Omega Force for Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, the companies’ second Fire Emblem-Dynasty Warriors crossover following Fire Emblem Warriors. Three Hopes is a retelling of Three Houses set in an alternate timeline where Three Houses’ protagonist Byleth serves as the main villain.
Three Hopes is a more robust blend of the two franchises than its predecessor, integrating more of Fire Emblem’s social and tactical mechanics with Dynasty Warriors’ fast-paced action.
Fire Emblem Engage (2023)
Fire Emblem Engage is the series’ latest game and its second mainline entry on Switch. Engage is a progression of Three Houses’ excellence and an ode to Fire Emblem’s past: It refines and scales down the social and hub mechanics of Three Houses while shifting its primary focus to the series’ longstanding tactical combat, most notably reintroducing Fire Emblem’s “weapon triangle” system.
The story of Engage follows a Divine Dragon named Alear, who’s tasked with collecting 12 rings to defeat the Fell Dragon and save the continent of Elyos. Engage’s original story connects to the series past through these 12 rings, each of which houses the spirit of a past Fire Emblem protagonist, allowing you to summon past heroes such as Marth, Ike, Celica, and Byleth.
Fire Emblem Games Available With Nintendo Switch Online
There are currently two Fire Emblem games available with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription outside of Japan: the 2003 Game Boy Advance game Fire Emblem, aka Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade, and the 2004 follow-up Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones.
A third game, 2005’s Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, will be added to the catalog when GameCube games are integrated into the service alongside the launch of Switch 2 on June 5.
Here’s the complete list of Fire Emblem games currently available with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription:
There’s no official word on new Fire Emblem games in development, but it’s pretty likely we’ll see something new (or remade) in the series on the upcoming Switch 2. Speaking of, as mentioned above, the next Fire Emblem game to be playable on the Switch will actually be Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, available through the GameCube library of Nintendo Switch Online exclusively on the Switch 2 starting on the system’s launch day, June 5.
Jordan covers games, shows, and movies as a freelance writer for IGN.
Genshin Impact is one of the most popular gacha games in the world. The free-to-play action RPG from HoYoverse lets players spend a virtual currency called Primogems to have a chance (a “wish”) to obtain rare characters of varying power. It’s a microtransactions system that has proved controversial, but a money-spinner for the developers, generating billions of dollars in revenue over the years.
In most games of this type, the amount of money you have to spend to eventually pull a character is withheld from the player — and you can see why given the poor odds available. But now, HoYoverse has updated Genshin Impact to do just that, revealing front and centre just how much needs to be spent.
The Genshin Impact shop now tells U.S. players how many pulls you’re getting with each purchase (you can buy wishes directly with a direct conversion rate displayed) and how much you need to spend to guarantee pulling a character, which varies between $1.98 to $475.20. The figure is based on the base prices of the pulls (without bonuses) and if you hit the max pulls to guarantee the character (180 pulls).
So, while the posted figure assumes the highest possible price if you intentionally don’t buy the higher value (and more expensive) bundles, you could face spending nearly $500 pulling just one character in Genshin Impact.
Players have reacted with a mix of disbelief and positivity at the transparency.
“Whole thing is weirdly…. Transparent,” said redditor Zion-plex. “You see it clear as day, 100 bucks 50 pulls every time staring at you (whales think or maybe don’t even care they ‘know’ the math). Man, that’ll sting, even for those who can and will spend, there’s a lot of mental suppression that goes on.”
”Unmitigated positive,” said Whilyam. “The only people helped by obscuring costs are the ones who want to take advantage of people or make it easier for people with addictions to justify spending money.”
“I think it’s harder to justify the spending with abysmal conversion rate visible with your eyes,” added Mtboomerang. “I think the biggest problem with addicts is they follow the emotion then they will calculate. With the conversion rate visible now, their logic will shut their emotion down in time before they are deep in emotion abyss trying to come up with a reason.”
“Good changes that should be standardized for all Gachas and other similar games with gambling/loot box type mechanics,” said mikethebest1.
Some players are now calling on HoYoverse to just let Genshin Impact players buy characters directly, given they now know how much it could cost to obtain them through the gacha system.
“I wish they would just freaking sell the damn characters,” said yuusharo. “Horse armor works on me, I’d pay a freak ton on these games if I knew I’d get what I wanted every single time.
“Instead, the vast majority of their revenue comes from a tiny percentage of players exploiting gambling tendencies, preying on people like vultures. I hate it, I feel so gross whenever I succumb to that.”
So, why has HoYoverse added this layer of transparency to Genshin Impact now? It’s because it lost a court case against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) back in January that resulted in a ban on selling loot boxes
The age verification process will be rolled out to all U.S. players by May 20. If you don’t provide your age information by July 18, 2025, you could see your account suspended, the developer warned. If the verification is not completed by July 20, 2026, the personal information of your HoYoverse account will be deleted permanently.
Wesley is the UK News Editor for IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.
Publisher/ developer EA has confirmed it has no plans to raise the price of its games even as the likes of Microsoft and Nintendo jump to $80.
Addressing investors in its latest financial call, CEO Andrew Wilson said the company’s focus was to “deliver incredible quality and exponential value for our playerbase,” such as its hit co-op adventure Split Fiction, which has now sold 4 million copies.
“In terms of pricing power, our business is very different today than it was even just 10 years ago,” Wilson explained. “In a world where everything we did 10 years ago was about selling shiny discs in plastic boxes in retail shelves — well, that’s still a part of our business, it’s a significantly smaller part of our business, and we now have pricing representing everything from free-to-play all the way to deluxe editions and beyond.
“At the end of the day, whether we’re doing something that costs a dollar, or we’re doing something that costs $10, or we’re doing something that costs $100, our objective is always to deliver incredible quality and exponential value for our playerbase,” said Wilson. “And what we’ve discovered over the course of time is [when] we can marry quality and value together, our business is strong, resilient, and continues to grow.”
“From a guidance perspective […] we have reflected no changes in our current [pricing] strategy at this point,” added CFO Stuart Canfield.
It’ll be welcome news to some, given just last week, Microsoft confirmed it was raising Xbox prices as well as increasing the cost of controllers, headsets, and some games. The price hike for consoles and accessories has already taken effect, and while game prices will stay the same for now, we should expect to see Xbox charging $79.99 for new, first-party games around the holiday season.
Vikki Blake is a reporter, critic, columnist, and consultant. She’s also a Guardian, Spartan, Silent Hillian, Legend, and perpetually High Chaos. Find her at BlueSky.
A new GTA 6 trailer is here and, in case you missed it, we broke down all of the secrets and details from it. Sadly, though, we’re going to have to wait until May 26, 2026, to actually play Lucia and Jason’s story. So, in the meantime, why don’t we think about all of the Rockstar games we’ve already enjoyed over the years and rank them for fun?
Rockstar has developed and released over 30 games since its creation in 1998, and is responsible for famous series such as Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption, and Manhunt. But which comes out on top? Just to clarify, you won’t see the likes of LA Noire or Max Payne 2 here, as we’ve strictly gone with Rockstar-developed games, rather than ones the studio has published. I’ve had a go at ranking them via one of our IGN Tier Lists, purely taking into account my personal enjoyment of each game over the years. Take a look at my tier list here:
Red Dead Redemption 2 is simply my favourite game of all time, so it was a pretty easy S-tier pick for me if I’m honest. It’s (perhaps unsurprisingly) joined its predecessor and GTA 5 in that category – both pioneers of the cinematic open world genre. I also have a particular soft spot for Max Payne 3 and its bullet time ballet, as well as GTA San Andreas (a game I played at a way too young age). Down at the bottom in the D-tier, we have the likes of Austin Powers: Oh, Behave! and Welcome to My Underground Lair!, a game that literally nobody in their right mind wants to play.
Don’t agree with me? Think that Vice City is better than GTA 4? Well, why not have a go at ranking all of Rockstar’s games yourself in a tier list below, where you can compare your own S, A, B, C, and D tiers with the whole of the IGN community.
We may have only seen two trailers so far, but where do you think GTA 6 will end up ranking when all is said and done? Let us know in the comments, as well as why you’ve ranked the games in the order you’ve chosen.
Simon Cardy is a Senior Editor at IGN who can mainly be found skulking around open world games, indulging in Korean cinema, or despairing at the state of Tottenham Hotspur and the New York Jets. Follow him on Bluesky at @cardy.bsky.social.
I pulled today’s deals because each one offers either a return of a hard-to-find product, a lower-than-usual price, or good old solid value. Some items like the Pokémon TCG: Mimikyu ex Box are back in stock for $49.99 after being hard to track down for a while, for example.
TL;DR: Deals For Today
There are also more cool deals like the LEGO Cherry Blossom that have had a nice price drop recently that I think you should check out too. If you’re looking to grab something on your list for less than usual, this is what I think is worth your time.
Pokémon TCG: Mimikyu ex Box
Mimikyu ex Box is available again at Amazon for $49.99. This has been in and out of stock recently, and now that it’s back at standard pricing, I think it’s a good time to pick it up if you’ve been waiting.
It comes with a Mimikyu ex foil promo, a Greavard card, an oversized Mimikyu ex, and four booster packs, including one from Silver Tempest. I picked one up to open casually, and I think the contents make it a well-rounded option for collectors or newer players looking to add a few cards and packs at once.
More Pokémon TCG Restocks
Several sealed Pokémon TCG products are also back on Amazon. One example is the Surging Sparks booster box, which is currently listed above MSRP. I would only go for that if you’re set on opening all 36 booster packs from Surging Sparks at once.
Other sealed options like tins and smaller boxes are closer to retail and offer more flexibility. These restocks tend to move quickly, so I’ve been checking them regularly to avoid overpaying later.
I’ve had both on my radar and noticed they’re still trending across marketplaces. They continue to be relevant cards for both competitive play and collectors, so I think now is a fair time to consider picking them up if you’ve been holding off.
LEGO Cherry Blossom
Amazon has the LEGO Cherry Blossom set available for $8.15 today. That’s a steep drop from the usual $14.99 price and a low I haven’t seen in a while.
It includes 430 pieces and builds into two cherry blossom branches in pink and white. I built it recently and think it works well as simple desk decor. It’s easy to assemble and feels more polished than its size and price might suggest. This is one of the best sets from our top picks for Mother’s Day.
More LEGO deals
There are several other LEGO sets discounted today. LEGO Roses is $9.03 and includes two adjustable red rose stems. LEGO Ideas Tree House is $174.99, which is 30 percent off and still one of LEGO’s best larger builds for display.
LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon is $67.99 and strikes a nice balance between detail and build time. Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit is $59.95 and includes a working gear mechanism for orbit simulation. The LEGO Mini Orchid is $23.99 and fits neatly into a small space while still looking like a proper decorative piece.
Xbox Controller – Robot White
The Xbox Wireless Controller in Robot White is $44.99 at Walmart. It features a hybrid D-pad, textured grip, and wireless support for Xbox Series X and S, Xbox One, PC, and mobile. I keep one connected to both my Xbox and laptop as it’s one of the best controllers out right now in my opinion. At this price, it’s a smart option if you need a backup or replacement.
Vibe Coding Super Bundle
The Complete Vibe Coding Super Bundle is available at Humble for $25 or more and includes 42 courses. These cover Unreal Engine, Python, automation tools, and SaaS development. Proceeds go toward Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
If you’ve been meaning to build development skills or start a side project, this bundle delivers a lot of content with long-term value.
Dreamegg Portable White Noise Machine
The Dreamegg Portable White Noise Machine is available for $18.99, and there’s a 15% off coupon on top of that. It’s small enough to carry in a coat pocket or travel bag and includes 16 different white noise and nature sounds.
It charges via USB-C and lasts multiple nights per charge. I keep something similar in my bag when traveling, and it’s made a noticeable difference in light-sleep environments.
Skyrim Vinyl Box Set
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Ultimate Edition Vinyl Box Set is $129.98 at the IGN Store. It includes four LPs containing Jeremy Soule’s complete remastered soundtrack and comes packaged in a quad-fold jacket with game artwork. The set also includes a sturdy slipcase. I’ve seen a lot of soundtrack vinyl over the years, and this is one of the more complete and visually polished collections available.
Suri Electric Toothbrush
SURI Electric Toothbrush is $101.15, marked down from $119.00. It includes a UV sanitizing travel case, an aluminum body, and recyclable brush heads. It also offers two brushing modes, a two-minute timer, and a battery that lasts 40 days on a single charge. I prefer this kind of straightforward, high-quality design over flashier models that require frequent recharging.
Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler
Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler in the 40 ounce Stargaze color is $33.69 today. It includes a rotating lid with three positions and vacuum insulation to keep drinks cold or hot for long periods. It fits into most cup holders and has a wide, sturdy handle. I’ve had one in daily use for a while and still think it’s one of the more practical bottles out there, especially when available below full price.
COSLUS Water Dental Flosser
COSLUS Water Dental Flosser is available for $29.98. It includes a 300 milliliter water tank, multiple pressure modes, and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 30 days. There are several interchangeable tips included, and the build feels durable. I’ve used similar flossers before and found them much easier to use consistently than string floss. For this price, it covers all the basics and more.
Acefast AceFit Air Open Ear Headphones
Acefast’s AceFit Air Open Ear Headphones are $67.99 at Amazon today, and there’s a 10% off coupon available knocking the final price down to $61.19. These use an open-ear design that rests just outside the ear, which I’ve found helpful for staying aware of surroundings during walks or workouts. They’re lightweight, water-resistant, and include app-controlled EQ settings. If you’re not a fan of traditional earbuds, I think this design is worth trying.
GameSir Super Nova Gaming Controller
GameSir Super Nova Gaming Controller is $43.16 at Geekbuying, or $41 through their mobile app. It works with Switch, PC, Android, and iOS and uses Hall Effect sticks and triggers to reduce drift. You also get RGB lighting and a detachable faceplate.
I’ve looked into this controller recently and think it’s a solid pick for anyone who wants something more customizable than the standard options without going up to premium pricing.
Nerf Pro Gelfire Versus Pack
Nerf Pro Gelfire Versus Pack is $14.95 and includes two compact blasters, protective eyewear, and 4,000 Gelfire rounds. These rounds burst on impact and do not require cleanup. The blasters hold 60 rounds each and fire at up to 150 feet per second. I think this is an easy and affordable way to try gel-style play without investing in a larger setup.
INIU Portable Charger for $9.99 at Amazon
INIU 10000mAh Portable Charger is $19.99, and there’s a 50% off coupon available at checkout. It’s one of the thinnest chargers I’ve seen at just half an inch thick, and it supports USB-C input and output with 3 amp charging.
I’ve used similar models while traveling and think they’re ideal for pocket carry or tossing in a bag when you want something lightweight but capable.
Unlock Pro 3D Modeling Skills With Blender
If you’re even a little curious about 3D modeling, the Humble Blender Bundle is offering 25 full tutorials for just $18. These courses cover Blender 4.4 fundamentals, geometry nodes, environment design, character modeling, and more, with full compatibility for Unity 6 and Unreal Engine. The total value adds up to $2,767, which makes this one of the best skill-building bundles I’ve seen in a while. Proceeds go to Alzheimer’s Research UK, and the offer is available for the next 16 days.
Samsung PRO Plus + Reader microSDXC 512GB
512GB Samsung PRO Plus microSDXC card + reader is on sale for $29.99, a savings of $39 off the regular $68.99. It includes a USB card reader and offers read speeds up to 180MB/s and write speeds up to 130MB/s.
It’s Class 10, V30, and U3 rated, making it suitable for 4K UHD video recording and high-speed file transfers. With a 10-year limited warranty included, I think this is a dependable storage upgrade for devices like cameras, tablets, or handheld consoles (…but not Switch 2).
Fallout Nuka Cola Quantum by Jones Soda
you’ve ever wanted to drink something that looks like it came straight out of your inventory screen, the Nuka-Cola Quantum 4-pack is now available for preorder at the IGN Store for $34.99. This version cranks up the sour factor with an “Extra Radiation” twist that’s really just berry lemonade with a serious kick.
I think it’s a fun, functional collectible conversation starter (andpart sugar rush). Each set includes four twist-top glass bottles in a Fallout 4-inspired carrier box, complete with retro styling and no actual Rads (just cane sugar and citrus). It ships June 2025, which gives you time to plan your next cosplay party or stock up for a long vault stay.
Elebase USB to USB C Adapter 4 Pack
This 4-pack of USB-A male to USB-C female adapters is currently $7.99 at Amazon, down from the typical $9.99. I think this is one of those small purchases that ends up being unexpectedly helpful. If you’re still using a mix of USB-A and USB-C ports, these are a clean solution that don’t require extra cables or dongles.
They’re built with aluminum alloy housing, designed to stay plugged in with minimal protrusion, and work with devices like the iPhone 16 series, Apple Watch, AirPods, Nintendo Switch, and Samsung Galaxy S25. Just a heads-up: they’re not meant for video output, but they’re excellent for charging and file transfers. They also come with a 12-month service plan, which adds a little extra peace of mind.
LISEN USB C to USB C Cable 240W
This USB-C cable bundle from LISEN is marked down to $7.99 from $15.96. The set includes two 6.6-foot cables capable of 240W charging with PD 3.1 and QC 4.0 support. That makes them well suited for high-powered laptops like the MacBook Pro M4 or phones like the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
They’re made with a braided nylon exterior and reinforced with steel-armored connectors that have been tested for over 40,000 bends. These also support 480Mbps data transfer, so you’re covered for fast file syncing too. I think it’s a strong buy if you’re replacing older cables or want something reliable for travel.
I think this is an easy pick for fans or collectors, especially since the size makes it good for display as well as cuddling. If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift or just want to add something playful to your space, this one hits the mark.
Ghost of Yotei Collector’s Edition PS5
Preorders are now live for the Ghost of Yōtei Collector’s Edition, priced at $249.99. This is a follow-up set in the Ghost of Tsushima universe and comes with both digital and physical collectibles. Inside the box, you’ll find a wearable Ghost Mask, sash, replica tsuba, papercraft ginkgo tree, art cards, and a traditional Zeni Hajiki coin game.
Digital content includes the full game for PS5, a deluxe armor set, saddle, sword kit, early unlock maps, and other in-game bonuses. With a release date of October 2, I think this one will go fast, especially for fans of the original game.
Clair Obsur: Expedition 33 Merch
The IGN Store has launched exclusive merchandise for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The collection includes prints, hoodies, t-shirts, mugs, and other themed gear. Prices start at $15 with a wide range of characters and designs represented.
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Street Fighter creator Takashi Nishiyama is developing a brand new boxing game in collaboration with long-running boxing magazine The Ring. The news was revealed on the official X account of Turki Alalshikh, the Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority. Alalshikh acquired American publication The Ring back in November 2024.
According to the tweet, the untitled game will feature original characters and combine “The Ring’s unmatched authority in boxing with game developer Dimps’ decades-long experience in crafting classic games.”
Together with legendary Japanese video game designer Takashi Nishiyama, I am proud to announce a forthcoming boxing game presented by The Ring featuring original characters.
This strategic partnership between myself and Nishiyama brings together our unmatched authority in… pic.twitter.com/LRWyyZzkpz
Dimps is Takashi Nishiyama’s company. Its most recent game was Freedom Wars Remastered, a reworking of a PlayStation Vita game for modern consoles released in January 2025. According to the tweet from Alalshikh, development of the boxing title will begin soon.
The Saudi Arabian royal family has become increasingly invested in Japan’s gaming industry in recent years. In April 2024, it was revealed that 100% of Japanese game company SNK’s shares were now owned by the Saudi Crown Prince’s foundation. The Ring Magazine has also been involved in promoting SNK’s upcoming Fatal Fury: City of Wolves, hosting a boxing match collaboration at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on April 26, 2025. Of course, Nishiyama himself previously worked at SNK in the 1990s, creating the Fatal Fury series and producing many games in flagship SNK series like Metal Slug and King of Fighters.
Japanese people’s reactions to the announcement of The Ring x Dimps collaboration so far have generally ranged from surprised reactions of “What?!! I want to play it!” to curiosity as to what the final game will be like.
@ryo_redcyclone, an X user who frequently posts Street Fighter-related content, responded to the news with: “Commenting on the first Street Fighter, Nishiyama said: ‘I chose to focus on street fighting because established sports are restricted by rules.’ This time he is making a game based on boxing, a sport with rules, so I’m curious to see how it will turn out.”
Much of the concern seems to center upon whether boxing’s rules will restrict Nishiyama’s creativity, considering the roster of quirky characters and crazy moves that can be found in his previous fighting games.
Although Street Fighter has Mike Tyson lookalike Balrog, his kicks, not to mention his Buffalo Head move, clearly violate professional boxing rules. It will be interesting to see whether The Ring and Dimps’ new boxing game goes for a realistic or rule-breaking approach.
Verity Townsend is a Japan-based freelance writer who previously served as editor, contributor and translator for the game news site Automaton West. She has also written about Japanese culture and movies for various publications.
