The year is 2025 and Lord of the Rings feels very much like it’s “a thing” again. We’re not sure that it ever really went away, to be honest, but we’ve got The Rings of Power on TV (and it’s actually rather good now), the War of the Rohirrim hit cinemas, a ‘Hunt for Gollum‘ movie is planned, and, perhaps most importantly for us, more Middle Earth games are on the horizon.
Last week, we took a look at Crash Nitro Kart for the GameCube, a sequel to Crash Team Racing that never quite managed to step out of its predecessor’s shadow. North America sealed the deal this time with 53% of the vote, while EU managed 30% and Japan just 17% (bit awkward – we like the Japanese variant). Well done, North America!
Instead we got Switch Online’s retro subscription tiers.
Before Nintendo’s subscription service took off, fans were able to individually buy and download first-party retro titles and play them whenever they wanted thanks to the Virtual Console service.
Although this was eventually replaced with Switch Online’s tier-based retro library, Nintendo apparently had plans to carry over the existing Virtual Console service and add online functionality. This information comes from “a new leak of iQue emails not too long ago” according to Yakumono’s Blog, run by dataminer (and Nintendo Life user) LuigiBlood.
Pure Rock Crawling is about steering off road vehicles across rocky terrain. It’s about pumping the gas pedal and wrenching the steering wheel just so, such that you lurch forward and over the obstacles, rather than tumbling backwards. It’s MudRunner without the mud, with a knockabout simplicity presumably as a result of its apparently one-man development team. It launched last October but I hadn’t heard of it until today, when a new map was added, and now I want to play it.
Minecraft is the best PC game, according to me and the RPS staff who dare not cross me. I played it for three hours today and, among the many build challenges and adventures, a small story formed around a baby pig. We named him Porky, we caged him as our pet, and in an unfortunate accident, we watched as he fell to his death from the sky island that was our home. RPS in peace, Porky.
How many befriended pigs like Porky have there been across the last several hundred hours of play? I’m not sure – dozens, hundreds – but soon such pigs might have a new form. After 15 years, Mojang are adding new types of pig to Minecraft.
Marvel Rivals received a patch earlier this week which made Hulk less hulky and paved the way for the launch of its first season. It also did something else: disabled the mods players had been using to add custom skins to the game.
The weekend is officially here, and we’ve rounded up the best deals you can find! Discover the best deals for Saturday, January 11, below:
RIG 900 MAX HX Gaming Headset for $124.99
The RIG 900 MAX HX is one of the best gaming headsets you can score on the market right now. It’s 50% off this weekend, making this the best deal available for today. The 900 MAX HX includes Dual-Mode Wireless, so you can use it with Xbox, PlayStation, PC, or Nintendo Switch. You’ve got a 50-hour battery life with the 2.4GHz connection, with up to 60 if you use Bluetooth. There’s also a charging stand included to dock your headset when it’s not in use.
Save $44 Off This Xbox Elite Series 2 Core Wireless Controller
This deal from Target on the Xbox Elite Series 2 Core controller is one you can’t miss. Widely regarded as one of the best controllers on the market, the Elite Series 2 has so many great features you can use to your advantage. This includes modifying the tension of the thumbsticks, creating custom button profiles, and so much more. The Core version of the Elite Series 2 controller allows for a cheaper price point with less premium outer materials and textures. Additionally, you won’t get the paddles or charging dock in the box, so you’ll need to buy those separately if you’d like them.
Anker Zolo Power Bank for $15.99
If you’re looking for a compact portable power bank that you can take with you anywhere, this Anker Zolo Power Bank is perfect for you. Holding 10,000mAh, this power bank can charge an iPhone 15 twice all the way through, with up to 30W of power for fast and efficient charging. A USB-C cable is included, built into the device as a lanyard, so you won’t need to bring a cord with you to charge up.
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora for $19.97
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora has hit $19.97 on Amazon, marking a new low. If you’ve been searching for a new open world adventure, this is a great option. You’ll get to experience a full open world with Frontiers of Pandora, exploring and fighting enemies with plenty of Na’vi weapons at your disposal.
M2 MacBook Air for $799
Amazon has this 2022 Apple MacBook Air on sale for $799 this weekend. This model includes the M2 chip, which supports Apple Intelligence, as well as 16GB of RAM, 256GB of SSD storage, and a 13.6-inch display. If you’ve been holding out on upgrading your MacBook this can be an excellent option.
Anker 60,000mAh 192Wh Power Bank for $89.99
This massive Anker power bank is a solid option if you need some extra juice on your next road trip or getaway. With a 60,000mAh capacity, you can charge an iPhone 14 Pro Max up to 7.4 times or a MacBook Air 2.9 times. This power bank is made for activities like camping, as it has a built-in light at the top that you can retract up and down. Additionally, you can recharge the device with onboard solar panels, so you can continue to power your devices regardless of how long your trip is.
Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition for $44.99
If you recently completed the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake, this is the perfect game for you. Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Defintive Edition is the newest mainline title in the series, and there is so much it offers. For many, this is one of the best Dragon Quest games out there, and you can’t go wrong picking this up for only $44.99. This is an RPG you can easily spend over 100 hours in.
A lot has changed in video gaming since Switch launched in 2017. Beyond all Nintendo’s handheld hybrid switching, we now live in a world where a Nintendo game on mobile is a fairly normal occurrence and both Microsoft and Sony publish games on Nintendo’s console. Crazy.
As we await official word on the next generation of Nintendo hardware, it’s got us thinking back on the current cycle and the games that defined the era for Switch owners.
Looking to load up on extra resources in Anime Royale? We’ve compiled all of the active redeemable codes currently available in the Roblox game, so you can get your hands on a treasure trove of Cursed Fingers, Rerolls, Diamonds, Stat Crystals, and much, much more.
Active Anime Royale Codes (January 2025)
Here are all the currently active and working Anime Royale codes in January 2025 that you can redeem for free rewards in the Roblox Experience:
TYBWGEMS – 20x Rerolls, 1,500 Diamonds (NEW!)
Mugetsu – 2,000 Diamonds, 20x Rerolls, 1x Super Lucky Potion
Below, you’ll find a list of expired Anime Royale codes that can no longer be redeemed as of January 2025:
RealFixes
Fixes
Shutdown!
35kLikes!
SuperBooghan
TrailerCode6194
SorryForDelayAgainV2
PlsStopUpdatingAt6AmImTired
SpoofFightsCyclones
Wish
SorryForDelayAgain
Perfect
RoyalePass
Titans
SorryForDelay!!
8KActiveTysm
IAmAtomic!
HappyLateHalloween
Shadow
CheersToRellHawk
25KLIKES
30KFAVS
THANKYOUFORWAITING
Update2
SpookySeason
MiniUpdate
SorryForDelay
100KMEMBERS
How to Redeem Anime Royale Codes
To redeem Anime Royale codes, boot up the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:
Anime Royale codes work slightly differently to most other Roblox codes. To redeem a code, first enter the hub world and look for the area labelled Codes. It’s shown in the image above and can be found between the Raids and Challenge areas.
When you arrive, walk up to the shrine below the Codes sign.
As you approach the shrine, the codes bar will automatically appear. Input your code and then press Redeem Code to add the rewards to your account.
Why Isn’t My Anime Royale Code Working?
If your Anime Royale code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the code was inputted incorrectly. Make sure you have the code inputted exactly as it is in the Active Codes section above. You can even copy and paste codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.
The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. If your code has been used, a message will appear in the bar reminding you that the code’s already been activated. If the code has expired, it’ll show up as invalid, meaning its no longer available to use.
How to Get More Anime Royale Codes
If you want to hunt down some extra Anime Royale codes, make your way over to the game’s official Discord server. When you’ve joined, jump into the Game Announcements channel. Whenever a code is added, the devs will drop it in here, so you can copy and paste them directly over to the game.
What is Anime Royale in Roblox?
Anime Royale is a tower defense game that tasks players with tactically defending the worlds of their favorite anime. Featuring familiar faces from shows like Naruto, Dandadan, Demon Slayer and Dragon Ball Z, you’ll recruit an army of iconic heroes and villains, using them to defend your base from enemies across a variety of modes.
As you battle your way through its story missions and other challenges, you’ll face some of the anime world’s most dangerous adversaries and collect resources, leveling up your units to face tougher challenges. So, do you have what it takes to lead some of the toughest anime warriors into battle?
Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he’s away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.
Looking to snag some free resources in Fisch? We’ve put together a list of all of currently active and working Fisch codes, so you can get your hands on a host of rewards and goodies in the Roblox fishing simulator without having to spend a penny.
Active Fisch Codes (January 2025)
Below, you’ll find all of the currently active and working Fisch codes in January 2025 that you can reedeem for free rewards:
NewYear – 2 Holly Berry, 2 Peppermint Worm
1BVisits – 1 Aurora Bait, Party Popper Bobber, “1B” Title
NorthernExpedition – Rewards
RFG – 3x Instant Catcher
Expired Fisch Codes
The following Fisch codes have expired and can no longer be redeemed as of January 2025:
GOODBYEFISCHMAS
FISCHMASDAY
MERRYFISCHMAS
ThankYouFollowers3
ThankYouFollowers2
Advent
Prehistoric
AncientIsle
ThankYouFollowers
TheDepths
How to Redeem Fisch Codes
To redeem Fisch codes, boot up the Roblox Experience and, once you’re in, follow the steps below:
Look at the top of the screen. You’ll see a button labelled “Menu“.
Click the button to open the menu screen, then scroll down to the bottom of the menu tab.
At the very bottom, you’ll see the codes bar. Input your code into this bar and then press the ENTER key to redeem it.
Why Isn’t My Fisch Code Working?
If your Fisch code isn’t working, it’s likely due to one of two scenarios. The first is that the Fisch code was inputted incorrectly. Check the spelling and that the case is correct, then redeem again. You can even copy and paste the codes directly from this article over to Roblox if you want to make sure you’re inputting them correctly.
The other possibility is the code has expired or you’ve already used it. In this scenario, you should see an error message pop up below the code bar informing you that the code has already been used or is invalid.
How to Get More Fisch Codes
The best way to get more Fisch codes is by joining the Fisch Discord server. However, it’s worth noting the server can be difficult to join considering it’s frequently full, with a whopping 500,000 members. If you do run into that issue, keep checking back every few days until you’re provided access. Luckily, the team also posts Fisch codes over on X, so even if you can’t join the server, it’s worth checking the Fisch X account to see if you can find some there.
What is Fisch in Roblox?
Fisch is an open-world fishing RPG in Roblox where players traverse a sprawling ocean on a quest to catch fish, meet other players, and unlock new gear. Along the way, they’ll be able to collect a nearly endless number of fish variations, using their catching skills to level up and become a legendary fisherman.
Callum Williams is an IGN freelancer covering features and guides. When he’s away from his desk, you can usually find him obsessing over the lore of the latest obscure indie horror game or bashing his head against a boss in the newest soulslike. You can catch him over on Twitter at @CaIIumWilliams.
